Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined Arizona Midday on NBC in Phoenix to show off the best new toys to have a backyard bonanza this spring. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best toys of the spring and summer, be sure to check our complete Toy Insider Spring and Summer Gift Guide


HASBRO SPLASH GAMES COLLECTION BY WOWWEE

These outdoor games put a splashy twist on classic board games you love! Choose from Twister Splash Game, Crocodile Dentist Splash Game, or Operation Splash Game, each featuring elements of the iconic board games — but now they spray water.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99 each; $27.99 each CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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ALL-PRO PASSER

The All-Pro Passer is programmed to throw accurate football spirals like a quarterback. It features nine different passing zones to launch the ball more than 25 yards. Kids can select their play and press hike, slant, post, short, or long. Players can practice alone or with others.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $49.99
  • Age:
  • 14+

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MAXX BUBBLES BUMP ‘N’ GO DINO BUBBLER

This self-walking bubble machine can move and spin on the ground with roaring sounds, a light-up head and tummy, and a continuous stream of bubbles that blast out of its mouth. When it encounters obstacles, the dinosaur will walk and turn itself around. It includes a 4-ounce bottle of bubble blast solution.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LUMITEK DRONE

This drone features bright light strips that add a glowing effect to its high-speed rotation, circle fly, and other functions. Charge up the drone for up to 16 minutes of flying time.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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LITTLE TIKES 3-IN-1 PAINT & PLAY BACKYARD EASEL

This inflatable art station features multiple panels that kids can paint on, including a printed scene, a clear panel to trace over objects and people behind the screen, and an opaque panel for kids to paint their own creations. It includes paint and drawing tools.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $59.99; $109.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 3+

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AEROBIE SONIC FIN FOOTBALL

Throw like a pro with the Aerobie Sonic Fin High Performance Football. Officially endorsed by Russell Wilson, the quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks, this aerodynamic football puts the power of a pro in kids' hands. The innovative design creates ultimate lift and max distance in the air so kids can go long with throws up…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $14.99; $19.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 5+

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KID TRAX CLASSIC PEDAL CARS

These kid-powered pedal cars feature a steering system, rubber tires, and more. There are four designs to choose from: pink convertible, fire truck, police car, and hot rod. Each car seats one kid and holds up to 60 pounds.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $279-329
  • Age:
  • 3+

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About the author

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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