Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined Scripps News to talk about the best new toys for kids to have some outdoor fun. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best gifts of the spring and summer seasons, check out our complete Toy Insider Spring and Summer Gift Guide.
KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE PLAYSET
Kids can test their Koosh skills in a head-to-head game. The set includes two paddles and a colorful Koosh ball, making it perfect to play inside or outside.
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SPONGEBOB 6-INCH REVERSIBLE PLUSHIE COLLECTION
This reversible plushie collection features three characters from the popular kids' series, including SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick Star, and Gary the Snail. Each 6-inch plush has a happy side that can be flipped to reveal a different emotion. Each sold separately.
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DECORA GIRLZ 5-INCH DOLLS
Meet the nine colorful, themed Decora Girlz 5-inch dolls! Each comes with eight surprises: fantastic hair, adorable fashions, and stickers.
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POKÉMON LAZY SUMMER POOL FLOATS AND BEACH BALLS
The Pokémon Lazy Summer collection features pool floats and beach balls of fan-favorite Pokémon, including Jigglypuff, Slowpoke, Ditto, Spheal, and Piplup.
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LITTLE TIKES EASY STORE SLIDE & EXPLORE
Kids can slide, climb steps using easy-to-grab handles, and crawl through a tunnel with peek-a-boo windows. They can also use a rotating telescope with 3x zoom, spin a steering wheel, and play with multiple clicker bugs. The water-resistant set disassembles for easy storage and transportation.
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SUNGEMMERS MAKE YOUR OWN SUNCATCHER CRAFT KITS – NEW LARGE KITS
Kids will follow the guides and use the included gemstone stickers on the pre-printed templates to create suncatcher window decor. They can choose from Flower, Garden, Aquarium, Rainbow, and Unicorn designs, each sold separately.
