Summer camp is all fun and games, but sometimes bringing your own toy from home can make the experience a bit more comfortable.

Kids can pack toys to play with during the ride to camp, in the downtime between activities, and to cuddle with at the end of the night. They can also fill their bag with games and crafts to share with their fellow campers, like the Hello Kitty DIY Kit.

Here are 20 toys that are perfect for kids to bring to summer camp — and don’t worry, there are budget-friendly options for families that know their kids might forget the toy in the cabin!


JOT POCKET SHIMMER COLLECTION

Write or draw on this travel-friendly tablet using the included stylus or a finger, then press one button to clear the screen and draw again. Comes in pink, purple, or blue styles.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99 EACH
  • Age:
  • 6+

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BUMPAS

These 2.5-pound weighted plush create deep pressure stimulation to help promote a sense of security, reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep quality, and create a calming effect.

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  • MSRP:
  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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HELLO KITTY DIY KITS

Craft time with these DIY kits is the perfect way to celebrate 50 years of Hello Kitty. There are three kits in this collection, the Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary DIY Journaling Set, the Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary Jewelry Studio, and the Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary Stationery Set.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER SHASHIBO

Fun In Motion’s iconic puzzle cubes are headed to the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender. Kids can bend, twist, and manipulate this puzzle cube into a variety of shapes.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $25.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES WALKIE TALKIES

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles walkie-talkies are ready for a mission! Send static-free messages with the push of a button using kid-friendly controls. These walkie-talkies have an extended range of up to 500 feet.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

FURBY FURBLETS FIERCE & FABULOUS 2-PACK

May-May and Greenie-Meanie both feature 45 tunes and phrases unique to their personality. May-May is sunny and cheerful, while Greenie-Meanie is funny and wicked. They come with backpack clips and kids can enjoy them together or separate them and share with a friend.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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COOL DOWN CUBES SENSORY FIDGET SET

These four calming sensory cubes have different fidget actions to help kids as they work through their emotions. Kids can squeeze the slow-rise foam, spin the spinner, solve the maze, and sift the falling beads. The cubes store in the tray when playtime is over.

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  • MSRP:
  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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FABULOUS 50-PIECE TATTOO POUCH

This 50-piece pack of cotton candy- scented skin-safe temporary tattoos can be used on the skin, clothing, water bottles, and more for kids to enjoy. The pack includes a Tips and Tricks guide to maximize the fun.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $4.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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RAINBOW HIGH SWIM & STYLE

These 11-inch Rainbow High characters are dressed in swimsuits and come with a wrap that kids can style more than 10 ways. Ruby, Skylar, Sunny, and Violet feature their own colors and have accessories like sunglasses, shoes, and a handbag.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99 each
  • Age:
  • 4+

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GEOSAFARI JR. ROCKNOCULARS

Kids can collect and store rocks in the storage compartment, then extend the eyepiece and view their rocks under the magnifier for an up-close view. It features a handle and storage with a locking latch and comes with an activity guide.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $16.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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INSIDE OUT 2 PLUSH

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Kids can snuggle up with their emotions with Disney's Inside Out 2 plush collection. This lineup features nine plush: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust, Fear, Envy, Ennui, Embarrassment, and Anxiety.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $22.99
  • Age:
  • 0+

CAMP ARCADIA COLLECTION

Little adventurers can make the most of the great outdoors with this collection of toys, which include a bug-viewer, binoculars, compass, and more.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $10.19-21.79
  • Age:
  • 5+

SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS BOATMOBILE

A true-to-scale, radio-controlled replica of Spongebob in his Boatmobile is here! The highly detailed SpongeBob in his open-wheel, full-function Boatmobile kart racer is fast and easy for kids to control. The 2.4GHz frequency allows up to 16 racers with up to 100-foot range.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $25
  • Age:
  • 6+

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THAT ESCALATED QUICKLY

Players must respond to the prompt card’s scenario with the intensity of their crazy, silly answer matching a provided secret number. Players can work together to put the absurd answers in correct numerical order based on scales like “tastiest to grossest,” “cutest to scariest,” and more.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 10+

DISNEY JUNIOR SPLASH & GLOW ARIEL DOLL

This Ariel doll features sounds and phrases inspired by the Disney Junior series. Kids can submerge her tail in water to activate color-changing lights, music, and a fountain effect.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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  • Type:
  • AAA
  • Quantity:
  • 2

BRAINBOLT BOOST

This beginner-friendly brain teaser challenges players with memory games. It features three types of challenges and has 10 tiles with tricolor LED lights and sound effects.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $20
  • Age:
  • 5+

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NEEDOH MARBLEEZ

Designed to mimic the look of a marble, this Needoh has beautiful swirls and a super squishy jelly inside for satisfying squeezes. They come in assorted colors and every design is unique.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $3.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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PRINCESS PEACH: SHOWTIME!

Princess Peach is about to enjoy a theater performance when the wicked Grape and the Sour Bunch burst on the scene! Fend off the Sour Bunch by transforming into Swordfighter Peach and slashing and dodging attacks, whisk up tasty treats as Patissiere Peach, and more to save the play.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $60
  • Age:
  • 10+

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TECH DECK CHAMPIONS 8 PACK

Get ready for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris with Tech Deck’s Olympic 8-Pack. This set features eight Paris 2024 Olympic-branded boards inspired by those used by professional skateboarders from five different countries.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $25
  • Age:
  • 6+

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UNDERCOVER ART HIDDEN PATTERN COLORING ACTIVITY ART CARDS — DOG DAYS

As kids start to color in the 12 dog-themed cards with a marker, they’ll reveal patterns hidden within each design. This travel-friendly art set is perfect for on-the-go creativity.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $6
  • Age:
  • 6+

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About the author

Samantha Connell

Samantha Connell

Samantha is an Assistant Editor for The Toy Book, The Pop Insider, and The Toy Insider. She loves to write, craft, watch Pride and Prejudice, and play with her adorable dog, Willow. She is a Ravenclaw, Star Wars fan (prequels included), and Clemson alumna. She also thinks that she is the favorite aunt.

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