Summer is here, and so are the season’s hottest new toys. Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Marissa DiBartolo stopped by Mornings with Maria Bartiromo on Fox Business Channel to show off the most in-demand toys of the summer. 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.


24V MONSTER TRUCK (ROLLPLAY)

  • Kids can trek over bumpy terrain with the Rollplay 24-Volt Monster Truck.
  • The truck has four huge, all-terrain wheels, working shock absorbers, an elevated seat, an integrated side step, and monster truck details.
  • The truck, which can operate at speeds up to 4 mph in forward and 1.86 mph in reverse, has a high-speed lockout option so kids can drive at a safe speed.
  • The wheels have rubber traction strips to ensure that the truck grips the ground at all times.
  • To recharge, simply plug in the 24-volt battery with the included charger in any outlet.
  • Can hold up to 77 pounds.
  • Age: 3+
  • MSRP: $349.99
  • Available: Academy Sports, Amazon

NERF FORTNITE RL SUPER SOAKER WATER BLASTER EXTREME SOAKAGE (HASBRO)

  • This Fortnite replica water blaster holds up to 9.3 ounces of water.  
  • Immerse the front in water and pull back the handle to fill the tank, then push in the handle to send a huge stream at any target.
  • Age: 6+
  • MSRP: $19.99
  • Available: HasbroPulse.com

GAZILLION BUBBLE RUSH (FUNRISE)

  • With its revolutionary design, this next generation, high-powered bubble machine blows the most bubbles ever.
  • This bubble blower has a 3-sectioned, no-spill modular design, including a removable washable top, solution recycling tray, batteries, and a motor sealed inside the base.
  • Kids can pour solution into the reservoir and push the button for a bubble explosion in seconds.
  • The machine is designed to create hours of fun for kids and easy to clean for parents.
  • Bubble Rush includes an 8-ounce bottle of Gazillion Premium Bubbles solution.
  • Includes an 8 oz. bottle of GAZILLION Premium Bubbles solution.
  • Age: 3+
  • MSRP: $19.99
  • Available: Walmart and Amazon


TOY STORY 4 BEACH BALL SPRINKLER (IMPERIAL TOY)

  • Time for outdoor, summer fun with the Beach Ball Sprinkler by Imperial Toy!
  • This giant inflatable beach ball shoots water in all directions and features all of your favorite characters from Toy Story 4, LOL Surprise and Paw Patrol.
  • Just fill the ball with air, insert/fill the reservoir with a hose, then turn on the hose for hours of water play.
  • Connect this beach ball sprinkler to a watering hose for a day of summer fun.
  • The sprinkler measures 88 inches in diameter.
  • Ages: 3+
  • MSRP: $14.99
  • Available: Target, Walmart

LITTLE TIKES FUN ZONE BATTLE SPLASH WATER TABLE (MGA ENTERTAINMENT)

  • With the Fun Zone Battle Splash Water Table, kids compete to sink each other’s boats, spin the targets, fill the buckets, and spray water on one another!
  • Each child gets their very own water shooter.
  • Aim at the spinners or shoot the bulls-eye targets to fill the hanging buckets, which spill water into the boats below.
  • Be the first to fill the center pillar all the way up with water to soak your friends with the water sprayer!
  • Ages: 2+
  • MSRP: $59.99
  • Available: Amazon, Target, Walmart

RIBBON NINJA (FAT BRAIN TOY)

  • Think like a fox, move like a cheetah, and strike like a cobra. Do you have what it takes to become a true Ribbon Ninja master?
  • Each player has three colorful ribbons attached to his or her wristband.
  • The goal is simple: snatch your opponents’ ribbons before they snatch yours.
  • Lunge, grab, and dodge as quickly and cleverly as possible – The last ninja standing with at least one ribbon left wins the game!
  • Includes 6 wristbands, 18 ribbons in 6 colors, detailed game rules and instructions and is designed for 2 to 6 players.
  • Age: 6+
  • MSRP: $19.95
  • Available: fatbraintoys.com, Amazon

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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