Toy Insider Senior Editor Maddie Michalik joined Spectrum News 1 in Los Angeles to show off the best toys that can recreate the experience of summer camp right in your own backyard. 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


HUFFY NICK JR. PAW PATROL 6V 3 WHEEL ELECTRIC RIDE-ON KIDS BUBBLE SCOOTER

This PAW Patrol-themed scooter travels forward and steers side-to-side. Kids can switch to battery power by simply pressing the red push-button on the handlebar to start the ride. The scooter's non-slip deck features PAW Patrol graphics.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $49.00
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LUMITEK R/C NITE TITAN

This 1:16-scale, light-up R/C car is equipped with a steady chassis and a strong power motor. Kids can use the 2.4 GHz remote control to race the car. The toy car features customizable neon lighting and predrilled holes for custom LED designs.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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RYAN’S WORLD MICRO MYSTERY WHEEL

Ryan and his family spin their mystery wheel in his YouTube channel videos to complete silly challenges, play games, and learn fun facts — and now, Ryan's fans can take home their very own. This spinning wheel contains surprises like blind bag micro figures, stickers, and mystery toys, as well as game cards with creative…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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ICEE ICE CREAM MACHINE

This countertop appliance can churn out 30 ounces of soft-serve ice cream in about 30-40 minutes. Use household ingredients and the included recipe to make sweet treats at home.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $136.00
  • Age:
  • 12+

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WICKED BIG SPORTS INFLATABLE BASKET HEADS

Set includes two inflatable baskets with straps and eight ball pit style balls. Straps are designed to make these baskets one size fits all. Play 1v1, 2v2, or kids can grab all their family and friends and create their own rules. Designed to be portable so kids can play anywhere, either indoors or outdoors.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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EEZY PEEZY MONKEY BARS CLIMBING TOWER

Bring the playground home with this tower that features durable, double self-locking springs and lightweight bars. The easy-to-assemble, 70-inch tower holds up to 150 pounds and features UV protection.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $149.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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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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