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Summer’s here, and it’s time for kid to get outside, get wet, and get moving. Toy Insider Mom Laurie Schacht stopped by Family Circle magazine to show off the best toys designed to get your kids soaked and get your kids moving. For more on the products mentioned in this clip, see the product info below, and be sure to read our guide to the best water toys and the best outdoor toys for the summer.


TekNek_HondaCamoATVHonda Pink and Brown HD Camo ATV (Tek Nek Toys International)

  • The rugged and durable Honda HD Camo Utility ATVs are an officially licensed Honda product featuring the uniquely realistic Honda Phantom camo pattern printed all four fenders.
  • Press the 3 light-up dash buttons to hear the original song, talking phrases and fun sounds.
  • Twist the throttle to hear realistic revving sounds.
  • This Utility ATV includes both front and rear racks with super-grip tires that provide a stable ride.
  • Parents can select the volume level that’s right for their home.
  • Requires 2 AAA batteries included.
  • Seat height is 8.5 inches.
  • Ages: 1-3+ (up to 40 pounds)
  • MSRP: $49.99

EducationalInsights_GeoSafariSubscopeGeoSafari Jr. Subscope (Educational Insights)

  • Curious minds can discover wonderful underwater worlds—without getting their heads wet—with this super submarine-shaped scope.
  • Its 2x magnification is just strong enough for “whoas” and “cools” but low enough to allow for a wide field of view, which is essential for young children’s understanding of up-close exploration.
  • Perfect for STEM learning or pretend play, it’s an ideal discovery tool for underwater exploration.
  • The SubScope is sturdy, focus-free, and water-resistant with 2x magnification and three LED lights (requires three AAA batteries—not included).
  • It also has two large eyepieces with a comfy goggle and nose cut-out guide for perfect eye placement, plus a multilingual instructional guide.
  • Ages: 3-6
  • MSRP: $27.99

TuckerToys,EZGripFootballAssortmentE-Z Grip Football (Tucker Toys)

  • The E-Z Grip Football is perfect for one-handed catches in any weather, in the pool or on the muddy field.
  • It’s also great for teaching young, new wide receivers how to master the catch! It features a soft but tough outer web that makes catching it easy for any hands.
  • Its high bounce delivers on any surface from grass to street, even sand and water.
  • Ages: 3+
  • MSRP: $12.99

Wet HeadWet Head (Zing)

  • Take your chances with Zing’s all new water roulette game.
  • Players have the option to play with the included spinner or to download the free Wet Head Challenge mobile app, available on iOS and Android. The app includes an array of fun and challenging trivia questions and a special recording feature.
  • Answer the question correctly and it’s the next person’s turn. If not, take your chances, give the hat a spin and pull a pin; you may get soaked!
  • The record feature on the Wet Head Challenge app allows players to capture every drenching moment and share their videos on YouTube or social media.
  • Use #WetHeadChallenge to join in on the splash of fun and to see what others are posting!
  • Wet Head comes with one hat, eight pins and a spinner.
  • Ages: 4+
  • MSRP: $19.99

Summer Toys 2016Nerf Super Soaker H2O Tornado Scream Water Blaster (Hasbro)

  • Pump your way to a water assault unlike any other.
  • The Nerf Super Soaker H2O Storm Stream allows kids to pump to pressurize for continuous stream!
  • This pressure-tech blaster has an easy refill cap and can fire water at anyone after just a few pumps.
  • Measures approximately 16-inches in length and holds up to 25 fl. Oz of water, the soakage will be nonstop.
  • Ages: 8+
  • MSRP: $19.99

ride on toysCyclone 360 (Maisto)

  • The Maisto Tech Cyklone360 is an action-packed radio-controlled motorcycle.
  • This futuristic style bike has amazing spinning action including 360 degree turns that the operator controls.
  • The rear wheels twist and turn and the LED light changes color while driving.
  • The Maisto Tech Cyklone360 is approximately 8 inches long and comes with a pistol-grip controller.
  • Ages: 8+
  • MSRP: Maisto does not suggest retail prices

top outdoor toysNikko RC VaporizR 2 (Toy State)

  • The VaporizR 2 is the ultimate all terrain invention, tackling all kinds of conditions! Test its limits against water, rocks, or hills. This full functioning vehicle works on land, water, and snow.
  • True 4×4 power for play on water and terrain.
  • Max speed is 8.3 mph/15 km/hr.
  • Ready to run controller with batteries included.
  • Has a range for 15 meters/45 feet indoors, 20 meters/65 feet outdoors, and 15 meters/49 feet in water.
  • Ages: 8+
  • MSRP: $49.99

top outdoor toysRipSurf (Razor USA)

  • The all new RipSurf – designed in Southern California.
  • The RipSurf’s patented design allows riders to carve and cut like a real surfboard, but on dry land!
  • Riding on two high-performance caster wheels and an authentically styled polypropylene deck, this is one ride-on that’s ready to make waves!
  • Ages: 8+
  • MSRP: $99.99

top outdoor toys24V Dynacraft Black Ice eDrifter (Dynacraft)

  • Stop pedaling, start drifting with the brand new 24V Dynacraft Black Ice eDrifter!
  • The motorized drifting trike allows riders to speed uphill and drift effortlessly on flat terrain.
  • Adrenaline seekers can propel the Black Ice eDrifter to over 12 miles per hour.
  • The cutting edge wheel design recreates the rush of drifting across black ice—anytime, anywhere.
  • Featuring a strong, sturdy frame and an integrated front fender that blocks debris from the rider’s face, this trike has an edgy design and cool, gray finish.
  • Ages: 13+
  • MSRP: $399.99

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Bill Reese

Bill Reese

Bill Reese is Business Operations Manager at Adventure Media & Events, where he's worked since 2014. A former editor at Playbill and graduate of SUNY–Purchase, he spends most weekends rooting for the New York Red Bulls pro soccer team and making subway systems out of Brio trains with his little boy Jonah.

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