There’s still plenty of time left this summer for kids to get out and play! Toy Insider Senior Editor Ali Mierzejewski stopped by ABC World News Now to show off some of the best toys for fun in the sun. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for our complete rundown of the best gifts for the season, check out our Spring and Summer gift guide.


THE ORIGINAL BIG WHEEL (ALEX BRANDS)

  • For almost 50 years, The Original Big Wheel has been a kids’ favorite way to get around.
  • The sturdy plastic tricycle features its iconic 16-inch big wheel and a three-position seat.
  • The seat is approximately six inches off the ground, so young riders will have an easy time getting on and off, and the low center of gravity makes for a safer ride.
  • The seat is also adjustable in three positions to grow with your child. The oversized front wheel is ideal for fast-action peddling as the wide rear wheels grip the sidewalk for high-speed stability and control.
  • The classic pedal-powered ride-on toy is available in three colors: Blue/Black, Pink/Black, and Red/Yellow.
  • Ages: 3+
  • MSRP: $49.99
  • Available: Amazon

SLING STIX (YULU)

  • Play catch in a powerful new way. Introducing the new Sling Stix from YULU!
  • Catch the super bouncy ball with the sticky suction cup atop of the 11-inch long plastic Sling Stix. Then, use the Stix’ unique trigger to release the ball, and sling it distances up to 30 feet! Kids can challenge their friends and play together for even more fun!
  • Each package includes one orange Sling Stix, one green Sling Stix and one ball. Play is designed for two players.
  • Ages: 6+
  • MSRP: $14.99
  • Available: Target

MAXX BUBBLE LIGHT-UP AND SIZZLE GRILL (SUNNY DAYS ENTERTAINMENT)

  • Sunny Days Entertainment brings you the Maxx Bubble Light Up & Sizzle Bubble Grill with real grilling sounds and light-up coals!
  • Gather around the grill and grab a skewer!
  • Dip your skewer in the solution and hold over the grill for real bubble action.
  • Coals light up for realistic effects. Hear the sizzle of the grill just like real food cooking.
  • Three AA batteries included.
  • Comes with grilling accessories.
  • Ages: 3+
  • MSRP: $19.99
  • Available: Target, Amazon, Meijer

WALKIE CHALK (PLAYMONSTER)

  • The only easy to assemble, three-piece wand on the market that allows you to “Stand Up & Draw!” with sidewalk chalk.
  • Simple assembly – just load the chalk in, connet the pieces, and draw! There is a compartment to easily pop out used chalk.
  • Includes one Walkie Chalk set and two pieces of sidewalk chalk.
  • Ages: 4+
  • MSRP: $14.99
  • Available: Amazon, Hobby Lobby, Walgreens, Ace Hardware, Meijer

CAT ULTRA SAND SET (TOY STATE)

  • The ultimate 2-in-1 sand vehicle is here.
  • With the Cat Tough Tracks Ultra Sand Set, kids can rake, shovel, dig and dump in either dump truck or wheel loader mode.
  • Whether it’s the beach or sandbox, the Ultra Sand Set is ready for action.
  • Ages: 3+
  • MSRP: $19.99
  • Available: Amazon, Target, Walmart

CAMPING TEE PEE COVER (ANTSY PANTS/BEACH HOUSE GROUP)

  • The Antsy Pants Camping Tee Pee is the newest cover for the Build and Play collection.
  • Antsy Pants Build and Play Kits and Covers keep your little one active and imaginative.
  • Build and Play Kits and Covers sold separately, with one Small, Medium, or Large Kit fitting. Numerous different Cover styles (Tee Pee is a small kit).
  • Ages: 3+
  • MSRP: $19.99
  • Available: Target

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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