6 Best Backyard Toys for Kids This Summer

They’re magic! The 2-foot-tall inflatable Little Kids Fubbles Bubblin’ Whale has a machine that tucks inside so it can spout continuous bubbles for the kids to chase down. 3 years+

For the look of face paint with no artistry required, just use a wet sponge and PlayMonster Face Paintoos. They work like temporary tattoos, so they won’t smudge when kids wipe their face. 4 years+

The adorable Paint Your Own Fox from Creative Roots includes a 6-inch ceramic animal and six paint pots kids can use to decorate it. (Other animal options include a llama and a unicorn.) 8 years+

With its self-contained orb, Yulu Swirl & Style Tie Dye Studio offers the joy of making cool designs with way less mess. Kids push any of the six dye bottles into self-sealing valves and spin color onto a white shirt (not included). 6 years+

It’s a safe take on darts that can be played outside or inside. Kids toss lightweight foam Toysmith Warrior’s Mark Throwing Blades toward the 26-inch-diameter foldable target to see who gets the most points. 6 years+

Kids create their own course using the weighted flag cup, right-size golf clubs, and four hybrid badminton/golf balls in Hog Wild Birdie Golf. When kids are done with one hole, they throw the flag cup and play to wherever it lands. 4 years+