When the temperatures start rising, there’s no better way for kids to cool off than to play in the water. Toy Insider Senior Editor Marissa DiBartolo stopped by Better Western Massachusetts to show off some of the best water toys for kids to stay entertained and cool in the summer. For more on the products featured in this segment, check out the notes below, and for more on the hottest new toys of the season be sure to view our Spring and Summer Toy Guide.
H20GO! My First Frame Pool (Bestway)
- My First Frame Pool by Bestway is perfect for kids trying to beat the heat!
- Easy set up of the rust-resistant frame, PVC connectors and polyester 3-ply sidewalls.
- With a 96-gallon water capacity, there is plenty of splash potential!
- Age: 3+
- MSRP: $27.99
- Available: Walmart, Amazon
Bunch O Balloons Filler/Soaker (Zuru)
- Bring Bunch O Balloons to the park, the beach, or anywhere you go this summer!
- The new Filler/Soaker can fill up Bunch O Balloons or double as a water blaster.
- You no longer need a hose to fill Bunch O Ballons, just attach the balloons to the front nozzle, place the Filler/Soaker into a body of water such as a bucket or a pool and make hundreds of self-sealing water balloons in minutes!
- Use the filler as a water blaster that shoots water more than 30 feet.
- Includes three bunches of water balloons.
- MSRP $14.99
- Age: 3+
- Available: Amazon, Toys “R” Us, Target, Walmart
OgoDisk H20- OgoDisk H2O can fly, float, and dominate any water balloon fight.
- The first hand-held disk designed for water balloon play can also double down as the ultimate pool or beach toy with its ability to float in the water.
- Ideal for active play, this disk can be thrown like a Frisbee, can float in the ocean or pool, or be used as a paddle with the included water balloons.
- Age: 6+
- MSRP: $19.99
- Available: Amazon
Adventure Force Hydro Blitz Power-Pump Water Blaster (Prime Time Toys)
- Pump up the action with the Hydro Blitz water blaster! The Hydro Blitz power pump action sends water flying up to 35 feet with every pump. Slide forward to load the water and push back to blast the competition. The water reservoir holds up to 57- ounces for a steady stream.
- Ages 6+
- MSRP: $9.88
- Available: Amazon, Walmart
Pool Floats - The Giant Peace Sign float measures 4 feet across.
- Made from durable vinyl, each float holds up to 200 pounds and is easy to wipe down, inflate/deflate, and store.
- Perfect for tweens and teens, thanks to trendy patterns and shapes!
- Age: 8+
- MSRP: $19.99-$24.99
- Available: Target
Rain Showers Splash Pond Water Table (Step2)
- The Rain Showers Splash Pond Water Table acts as a mini water park in the backyard for multi-child play.
- This water table introduces STEM concepts to toddlers through scooping and pouring water, which activates maze-like spinners and ramps, creating a cascading waterfall.
- Large table platform lets multiple kids play together, making it great for social and interactive play
- Great for pre-swimmers!
- Age: 18 MOS+
- MSRP: $69.99
- Available: Amazon, Walmart, Toys “R” Us
