Toys&Games

As a parent you know how summer can be tough for keeping the kids safe and amused. When the kids get older they tend to amuse themselves but children under ten are often bored because there are not that many things they can partake in. Playing outside in the summer is important to their emotional and physical growth. Here are the top toys for children under ten.

It’s great if you have a nice sandy beach where the children can play but that’s not always possible. Instead how about investing in sand and water activity tables, where children can play in the water and with the sand at the same time. There are many different products on the market ranging in price from $40 to $80, and one of the favorite outdoor top toys to invest in.

When you are thinking about top toys for this age group I’ll bet you never even considered the sprinkler sitting out on your lawn. Don’t you remember as a child running through the sprinkler? Nowadays there are so many neat sprinklers on the market for cheap, why not invest in a fun one that the kids can have a blast with? They range in price from $10 to $40.

What’s the one toy you remember having hours of fun with? If I told you that water guns were in the top toys for outside play I bet you wouldn’t be surprised. They are a great way to have fun and stay cool all at the same time, and now a days there are all kinds of fun water guns including the infamous super-soaker. They cost from $10 to $30.

On the list of top toys for children under ten for outside play is the slip and slide water toys. Of course you need a big enough yard if you plan to install one of these. Don’t be surprised when half the neighborhood shows up for some serious fun. They can cost from $10 to $100 depending on size and style.

One of the favorite top toys for the summer is a trampoline, and what a great way to burn off all that extra energy. The key here is safety. You must be sure to put the protective netting around the exterior of the trampoline, and to always supervise when it is being used.

Not everyone considers a bike a toy but it’s definitely a must have for those summer months. Safety is very important so make sure your children understand just how important their helmet is. They should also know the rules of the road before they are allowed to ride by themselves.

If you are looking for cheap fun why not invest in some bubbles? You can buy them or you can make your own. There are even bubble making machines, which can produce hundreds of bubbles in just a few minutes. They are great fun for kids of all ages. In fact, don’t be surprised if you find yourself joining in.

Outside play should be a big part of passing the warm summer months, but children under ten need different toys than the older children. With these few top toys in mind you’ll have a few more ideas to consider.

By : Alex Lum