When it comes to toys that your child can play with outside at home, there are plenty of great ones.
Sand box toys such as buckets, shovels, rakes, sand molds, dump trucks and other construction vehicles such as excavators all make wonderful for toddlers and preschoolers.
They’re tons of fun and will keep your little one happily engaged for hours!
Toy cars and trucks, all kinds of balls, Frisbees, boomerangs, jump ropes, hula hoops, any kind of push toy such as a toy lawnmower, a trampoline and bubble blowers are just some of the great outdoor toys for kids of all ages.
If your child is into toy weapons, there are all kinds of Nerf guns, crossbows and other toy weapons that are ideal for outdoor play.
An added bonus is that this type of outdoor activity allows kids to get some exercise and burn off a ton of excess energy while they’re chasing each other around!
Tire and rope swings as well as climbing ropes are inexpensive toys for yards that have a large tree with a sturdy branch.
Backyard playsets are always a big hit with kids as they usually have more than one fun activity that kids can do.
These playsets come in several varieties containing more or less features so most families can choose the play set that best meets their budget.
Plus they’re usually designed to be suitable for preschool age kids right on up to middle school age kids.
Wading pools and sprinkling systems for kids to run through classic favorites of many kids on hot summer days.
Plus they offer a opportunities for children to play in a variety of different ways.
Yard games such as ring toss and darts that can easily be set up and taken down offer entertainment for older kids and work well in smaller yards.
A volleyball net and ball, tetherball, a basketball hoop or a badminton set are also great ideas for older kids.
So no matter what size of outdoor space or backyard you have or what your budget is, there are tons of enjoyable outdoor toys for kids of all ages!
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