Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Marissa Silva joined News 12 on Long Island to talk about the summertime toys that are big on fun but light on the wallet. 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.
SOCCER GOAL & BALL
This kid-size soccer net comes with a mini ball, an air pump, and ground stakes. It features simple, one-click assembly and handy orange fabric tabs on the netting for quick setup in the backyard, at the park, or anywhere.
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JET DISC
Combining the classic play patterns of flying discs and airplane gliders with its unique design, the Jet Disc’s aerodynamic plane tail causes smooth gliding motions, making it easy for kids to throw and catch it like a disc. Comes in two sizes: the 5.9-inch Jet Disc Zoom and the larger, 9-inch Jet Disc Hunter.
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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.
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CHILL FACTOR SLUSHY MAKER
This reusable cup turns any drink into a slushy in minutes. Freeze the cup, pour in your drink, and squeeze to turn it into an ice-cold slushy.
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TOOMIES BLUEY FAMILY POURERS
Kids can get excited for bathtime with Bluey-inspired cups that they can stack, nest, and pour. The easy-to-grip pouring cups feature an added sprinkling feature.
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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.
