Are you looking for some fun summer toys for kids? It is hard to believe that summer is already here and many children are outdoors, happy that school has finally ended for the school year. As anyone around kids knows, though, it isn’t long until you are dealing with the most dreaded, expected phrase – I’m bored. Knowing that many parents are already struggling with high inflation and constant little hands reaching in the fridge, we decided to help you find fantastic, cost-effective toys to keep kids busy this summer. We think kids of all ages will find these summer toys for kids!
Summer Toys for Kids: Our Thoughts
Before writing this article, we set some criteria to ensure the toys were well-made and budget-friendly. While some fantastic summer toys for kids are on the market today, not all are budget-friendly. We tried finding toys that we thought would keep kids entertaining for quite some time with friends, could be educational, and, most importantly, affordable. We know not everyone can afford $100+ toys, especially when Christmas will be here before we even know it (not to mention back-to-school shopping – ouch). Only one couple of toys on this list are over $80, and we have tried hard to keep everything under $50. This makes all of these summer toys for kids perfect for summer play with friends or even as birthday gifts!
Playmobil Mountain Bike Tour Playset
Do you have a child who loves going on a baking adventure? Set off for a fun-filling biking trip with the Playmobil Mountain Bike Tour Playset. The set includes mountain bikes and everything friends need to have the perfect picnic at the park. Of course, everyone is wearing a helmet, making it a safe and fun trip to your child’s backyard park!
Set including 1 female figure, 2 children, 1 tree, 2 children’s bikes, 1 bike, 1 bottle, 1 backpack, 3 helmets, 1 trailer, 1 apple, 1 water bottle
Playmobil Camping with Campfire Playset
Does your little one dream of going camping? Give kids the summer toy that will cause excitement with the Playmobil Camping with Campfire Playset. With this set, kids can have the camping trip of their dreams by going canoeing with friends and even sleeping in a tent! Best of all, they can bring their furry friend along for the ride, making it the perfect camping trip with friends.
St includes 1 man, 1 woman, 1 bird, 1 dog, 1 tree stump, 1 lamp, 1 disc, 1 stove, 1 pot, 1 radio, 1 can of sausage, 1 box, 1 pan, 1 tree, 1 bottle, 1 tent, 2 canoes, 2 paddles, 1 backpack
Playmobil Barbecue
If there is one thing that all of us associate with summer, it is cookouts! Allow your little one to pretend to be like mom and dad with the Playmobil Barbecue set. This adorable summer toy for kids has everything kids need for pretending to cook, including a grill, food, cooler, and more! There is a lovely table for the figures to enjoy their yummy meal.
Set includes 1 man, 1 child, 1 bird, 1 butterfly, 1 tong, 1 apron, 1 grill, 1 sausage, 2 chairs, 1 table, 1 bottle with cork, 3 plates, 3 sets of cutlery, 1 freezer, 1 box, 1 beverage cup, 1 glass, 1 wall, 2 greens. MSRP: $14.99
Playmobil Mermaids Sea Horse Carriage
Do you have a little one who loves mermaids and seahorses? Allow them to explore an underwater world with the Playmobil Mermaids Sea Horse Carriage Playset! Part of the Princess Magic Mermaid World by Playmobil, children can have a magical underwater adventure with two mermaids as they ride around on a carriage with three seahorses. The set even has what kids need to care for the cute seahorses.
The set includes 1 mermaid figure, 1 merman, 3 large seahorses, 3 small seahorses, 1 underwater carriage, 1 fence, 1 feed container, 1 trident, 1 seahorse receptacle, 1 hair blossom 2 bundles of grass, 1 grass, 1 coral, 2 decorative shells with suction cups. MSRP $29.99
Vango Upside Down Challenge Backyard Edition Set
Looking for a fun summer toy for kids that allows your child to explore the world a little differently and have fun during family game night? Turn your child’s night upside down with Vango Upside Down Challenge Backyard Edition Game! While playing this game, kids have to attempt to complete seemingly easy activities such as tossing a ball in a cup, building a pyramid with cups, walking through obstacles, and other activities while wearing goggles that flip their vision upside down! It’s easy to set up, which makes it perfect for family game nights, barbecues, picnics, or just a fun-filled night of laughter! MSRP: $29.99.
Squaregles Mega Building Set
Do you have a little one who loves toys that feature building and drawing? Make them smile with the Squaregles Mega Building Set! This 103-piece set has limitless ways to build, allowing kids to pop pieces together with the toy’s magnetic frame, allowing them to build, play, redesign, and complete. Best of all, the cares and panels are colorable, allowing your child to be a little artist or storyteller, making the entire experience a creative learning toy. MSRP $89.99
Bumpas Mushies
Are you looking for a summer toy for kids that can be a cuddly travel companion? Help children relax during the stressful travel seasons with the Bumpas Mushies. This soft, comfortable, and squish plush doll has extendable and retractable long arms and legs, allowing children as young as 3 to distract themselves while on a plane or long car trip. Due to their strong and durable mesh design, they are great for stretching, popping, and even hugging, making it the perfect summer toy for kids to travel throughout the summer with family. MSRP $14.99
Americana Gigantic Recycling Truck
Are you looking for a truly adorable green toy to keep kids busy outdoors? Look no further than the American Plastic Toys Gigantic Recycling Truck. This huge, over two-foot-long truck is designed to haul off even the biggest recycling job; with big rugged wheels, tilting bed, and sorting bins, kids can use their imagination to deal with any job.
With the toy’s rugged design and huge size, it is perfect for little ones to truly explore the world around them, be it rocks outside or loading their favorite toys to be recycled in the toy box! Best of all, it is made right here in the United States from recycled materials, making it a must-summer toy for kids! MSRP $49.99
Calico Critters Red Roof Cozy Cottage
Did you grow up with the Calico Critters and are looking for a way to help your child build their own Calico Critters village inexpensively? Create a comfortable, cozy environment for your child’s Calico Critters family with the Calico Critters Red Roof Cozy Cottage. When it comes to inexpensive doll houses, this little set has everything kids need to create the perfect little neighborhood, including one Calico Critters – Bell Hopscotch. Kids can help Bell playhouse in her cute little home. This house includes a bed, kitchen sink, stove/oven, food, tables, chairs, and more! For even more fun, kids can connect the Cozy Cottage to the Sweet Raspberry Home and the Country Home to make their manor even bigger! MSRP: $34.99
Summer Toys for Kids: Where to Purchase
Would you like to purchase one of the amazing toys featured in this article? Don’t worry; these toys can easily be found on Amazon and purchased with two-day shipping for under $50. Who knew finding adorable and affordable summer toys for kids would be easy?
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About Susan Bewley
Susan Bewley is a professional writer who has been writing content online & in print format for over 10 years. As well, she is an alumni of the University of Louisville with a Masters Degree in Special Education. When not working as an online business consultant or ghost writing, she can be found writing on Budget Earth, on her own novel, or working with various entities in the pet industry.