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The days are long, and there’s still a lot of summer left, so here are a few ways to get the kiddos to unplug and play outdoors.

I'm the father of two small humans and one very small canine and the former SEO Strategy Manager & Editor for the BuzzFeed Shopping Team.

Promising review: "We love how much you get for the price. The case is super helpful too, rather than cardboard that falls apart. Perfect excuse to get outside with my toddler. The holders are extremely helpful for him (he’s 2) so he doesn’t break the chalk while using." —JM

Promising review: "I got this for my 3-year-old twins. They ❤️ it. They can even do laps, and it's the perfect pool for kids to learn to swim. A great bargain for the price." —Artie Kern

Price: $79.99+ (originally $199.99; available in three colors)

Promising review: "Perfect for my 11-year-old. He loves going to the skate park and using it." —Jmarquez

Promising review: "My kids absolutely love this swing! I have (big) 5-year-old twin boys, and they can both easily fit in it together. We hung it from a tree in our front yard, and it has been the source of hours upon hours of fun already, and we’ve only had it up for four days. It does stink that it doesn’t come with hanging gear and can’t be used right out of the box because of that. But, just order straps at the same time, and the problem is solved. There is some minor assembly, but it’s easy. Seems very durable and will hopefully last a few seasons." —BNZ

Price: $39.99 (originally $99.99; available in 10 color options)

Promising review: "Perfect for my 3-year-old who watches his older brother play flag football." —Lisa

Promising review: "I highly recommend this drone for a child interested in a drone. We have gone through quite a few (expensive to not so much), all of which broke or were very difficult to fly. This sharper image drone is fantastic. It is sturdy and can handle falling. Our 11-year-old daughter mastered the skills of flying it very quickly. The battery life is short, but so is my child’s attention span." —JMM

Promising review: "These are amazing. Very well-made as well. We love that they are reusable; they are soft and explode very easily when tossed. They refill easily as well. Extremely colorful and vibrant. Easy to use, safe for any age. The price is amazing, given how good these are! Definitely recommend for summertime!" —Asmith85

Promising review: "My daughter absolutely loves the vibrant colors on this! It’s super lightweight, so we can easily carry it along wherever we go, and it produces plenty of bubbles for nonstop fun." —Noah

Promising review: "Perfect family game poolside or beachside! We love our Taco, Cat, Goat, Cheese, Pizza, and Moose Match Mayhem games!" —Miranda

Promising review: "This set is great for playing with my 3-year-old granddaughter. She is not the most coordinated child, so the stick ball helps build her confidence and develop her throwing skills. She loves it!" —Carol

Promising review: "The level closest to the sand is worth 3 points; the level in the middle is worth 2 points; the level on top is worth 1 point." —Darlene

Promising review: "This is a really fun outdoor game! It comes in a nice bag. It’s pretty heavy, since it is big. It’s fun to play with the whole family. My 2-year-old likes to stack them and knock them over. The pieces have held up well." —ihedlund

Promising review: "This fast fill is a huge bonus and fills so fast. The shark face is so awesome and so much fun. It’s so easy for my kids to use, and the only problem is that I need to order another one for my daughter. It shoots far and lasts many drops on the ground." —MamaRachellovestarget

Promising review: "Easy to put together. Durable. No choking hazards, so great for all ages to play with. We keep it up year-round, indoors and outdoors." —Bitty

Price: $67.99 (originally $131.99; available in four colors) 

Promising review: "So much fun for young and old. We couldn't stop playing. We bought two so we could play like the original Kornhole. It is fun either way." —Doc 

Promising review: "We have a very athletic daughter, who enjoys a challenge. Although she has mastered the balancing and jumping within the first two hours, she is eagerly working on tricks to master. Very sturdy and well built." —Samantha S

I had a chance to play this at home, and just as I guessed, my kids loved the beat 'em up action of the Nerf-like swords. I did, too! Sometimes, you need a game where the kids can get their beans out, you know? Ideal for ages 10+ and from two to six players, you'll get about fifteen minutes of fun from each new game you play (that's a decent amount of time for a busy WFH parent). If you've got a kid into knights, pirates, ninjas, Conan, or whoever uses a sword, this one is worth checking out. 

Promising review: "These bugnoculars are so fun. My child likes putting bugs in it and watching them. He also likes to put twigs, rocks, flowers, and pretty much anything he can find. I would recommend it!" —AmandasCool

Promising review: "Really fun for the kids — keeps them in the pool longer, and I like that these sink quickly and move a bit from where they enter the water, so kids have to look around a bit for them; they aren’t just literally right below where tossed in. That can be tricky for little kids just learning to dive for stuff because they may travel deeper than intended, but I’d say 7+ these are super, and good for 5–6 if experienced in swimming underwater/diving for toys." —Meeeeeeee

Promising review: "Definitely a win in our home. It kept my 2-year-old quietly occupied while we got to enjoy some outdoor time in the sun. I actually set it up inside the kiddie pool for more fun." —Jenna

Promising review: "This picnic blanket is perfect for our family outings to the park and beach. The size is fantastic, providing plenty of space for everyone to sit comfortably. The waterproof material is a huge bonus, as we never have to worry about damp ground or any spills ruining our picnic. The design is also really cute and unique, adding a fun touch to our outdoor adventures. Overall, we love this blanket and highly recommend it for anyone looking for a quality, versatile outdoor mat." —Target Customer

Promising review: "First of all, to be fair to the item, the ad clearly states, if you read the entire description, that the air blower is not included. Love this bouncy house for my Grandson. He specifically wanted one with a slide, and this one was reasonably priced and adorable. Mommy and the two kids, aged two and eight months, had no problem in this bouncy house. The weight limit is 200 pounds. Just love it!" —Momma

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