5 of the Hottest Kids Toys for Summer Fun

It's so tactile kids and grown ups can't put it down!

The hottest toys every family needs this summer!

Ice Cream Butter Scoop Slime

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This slime kit is designed for relaxation and multiple sensory stimulation, with a moldable soft compound that kids can use to create endless shapes. Kids can poke, stretch, pull, and mold this ice cream-themed compound.

For kids 4+

Price: $27.99

Little Live Pet Chameleon

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Sunny the bright light chameleon is an interactive light-up pet that is packed with personality and surprises. Sunny is soft and squishy and responds to love and attention with more than 30 sounds and reactions. It also features a full body of colour changing rainbow lights that reflect the chameleon’s mood, from happy to super happy, full to sleepy, and warm to cold and more. Sunny will repeat what kids say and features a “party mode” in which Sunny flashes to the beat of the music. Features suction feet to stick to windows, walls, and more.

For ages 4+

Price: $39.99

Poppy the Count & Stack Flower Pot

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Kids can grow skills like fine motor, colour identification, and counting with the help of this flower pot. As kids explore Poppy’s five stackable two-piece flowers, they’ll build necessary hand-eye coordination to succeed in real world situations. Each flower comes with different colours and numbers for added learning fun. All pieces store inside the pot for easy cleanup

For ages 18 MOS+

Little Tikes 3-in-1 Paint and Play Backyard Inflatable Art Station:

This inflatable art station has a printed scene to color in with paint, a clear panel to trace over objects and people behind the screen, and an opaque panel for kids to paint their own creations. Includes everything kids need with three washable paint colours, a brush, a roller, and a sponge, as well as stakes for the ground. Adult assembly required.

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For ages 3+

Price: $109.99

Swimways Swim Steps Collection

The SwimWays Steps line features kid-safe and parent approved swim items for every age and stage of kids’ introduction to the water. From swim diapers to floats, PFDs and kickboards, SwimWays has everything parents and kids need to have safe fun in the sun at the pool, beach, or cottage this summer.

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Step 1 – First Splash

The Infant Spring Float features an inner spring for stability, adjustable three-point harness for safety, adjustable and removable UPF 50+ canopy for protection, built-in handles, reusable carry-bag, and the patented exclusive Hyper-Flate Valve Technology for 3x faster inflation and deflation. Available in three aquatic themes including green fish, purple and light blue mermaid, and blue sharks.

Price: $54.99

Step 2 – First Paddle

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The SwimWays Swim Trainer Sun Shield is an all-in-one swim aid perfect for young kids just starting to explore the water. It covers the sleeve area for sun protection while providing assistance with floating and is available in blue and pink.

Price: $29.99

Step 3 – First Swim

SwimWays Gone Fishin’: let little ones experience the thrill of fishing with the Swimways Friendly Fishin Magnetic Fishing Pool Toy Kit. Comes with one fishing rod and three magnetic fish friends that let kids fish like a grown up from the pool. The magnetic fishing bobber acts as a hook and easily connects to and picks up the coordinating sea creatures from the water. The fishing rod handle is specifically designed to fit comfortably into the hands of kids and toddlers ages 2+, while the reel and rod make exciting clicking sounds for a more realistic feel. The magnetic fish come in three easy to see assorted colors including orange, green, and blue, and they even double as fun bobbing pool toys! Helps kids develop strong hand-eye coordination as well as teaching children about cause and effect.

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Price: $16.99

SwimWays Huggable Swim Stuffie: Every kid has a stuffed animal they love and take everywhere, except for the pool. With the incredible Swimways Huggable Floating Water Stuffed Animal, kids can now keep a beloved plush toy by their side at all times, even in the water! This water-friendly stuffed toy is perfect for a day at the pool, beach, lake, or even to make bath time more fun. Ultra soft and cuddly, this adorable blue stuffie will become a kid’s favorite. The innovative foam bead stuffing allows the huggable to float, so kids can swim or float around the water right beside their best pal! Made with quick drying material, this stuffed toy will dry in approximately two hours if left to dry indoors and in under an hour outside. As needed, the huggable can be hand washed and line dried.

Price: $19.99