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8 water toys your kids will love to play with this summer

Whether you have a pool or are looking for some backyard water fun, these toys have you covered.

By Michele Kettner June 3, 2020 at 2:10 pm

It’s not officially summer yet, but we are already feeling the heat and humidity across the region. After months of staying inside, the kids are definitely going to want to run and splash around all summer. These water toys will keep your kids entertained throughout those long, hot days.

PAW Patrol Little Kids’ Water Blaster
Photo courtesy of Target

Keep your water blaster loaded all day for endless fun in the sun. //PAW Patrol Little Kids’ Water Blasters, $12.99; Target

Tidal Storm Light Up Water Blaster
Photo courtesy of Target

This light-up water blaster can shoot up to 35 feet, so no opponent will be safe during the neighborhood water fight. // Tidal Storm Light Up Water Blaster – Sun Squad, $8; Target

Wet & Wild Light Show Sprinkler
Photo courtesy of Target

Break out this crazy sprinkler when the sun goes down for the ultimate water party under the stars. // Wet & Wild Light Show Sprinkler, $15; Target

Lagoon Inflatables
Photo courtesy of Wayfair

Skip the slip-and-slide this year and go for a splash pad. Enjoy an afternoon of jumping, rolling and sitting in some refreshing water. // Lagoon Inflatables, $64.99; Wayfair

Splash Bombs Treasure Hunter Dive Set 30 PC Set
Photo courtesy of Target

Go for a treasure hunt at the bottom of your pool. Just throw these coins and jewels in the water for endless fun and competitions. // Splash Bombs Treasure Hunter Dive Set 30 PC Set – Sun Squad, $10; Target

Inflatable Tropical Floating Basketball Set
Photo courtesy of Nordstrom

It may be too hot for a basketball game on the court, so bring your game to the pool with this tropical-inspired hoop. // Inflatable Tropical Floating Basketball Set, $35; Nordstrom

SwimWays Paw Patrol Rescue Boat Assist
Photo courtesy of Dick’s Sporting Goods

Join your favorite Paw Patrol pups for a rescue mission. Just twist the winder and Chase, Sky, Marshall and Rubble are off to save the day. // SwimWays Paw Patrol Rescue Boat Assist, $14.99; Dick’s Sporting Goods

Inflatable Shark Arch Sprinkler
Photo courtesy of Pottery Barn

Give Shark Week a whole new meaning with this huge arch sprinkler. // Inflatable Shark Arch Sprinkler, $159; Pottery Barns Kids

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Michele Kettner

Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.

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