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1. A vibrant, light-up scooter that'll get plenty of attention even after the sun eventually goes down. They'll love zipping around until the street lights go on and by the time the days get shorter, they'll be proficient enough to really show off those lights.
2. An inflatable tent because sometimes, especially when it's HOT, they just want to stay inside. This tent blows up with an ordinary box fan and is an instant clubhouse with the bonus of some air flow! There is a ton of space in the tent, making it the perfect place for *chilling* out — whether it be watching a movie or having a clubhouse meeting.
3. A ball pit that comes WITH balls because honestly why don't more of them do that? A ball pit is an awesome toy for a young kid, providing sensory stimulation, color recognition, sorting, math — you name it! They'll *have a ball* with their gift. Plus it collapses down and stores easily.
4. A Lego Speed Champions Lamborghini Countach Race Car Set that's perfect for a kid who loves building. Not only is it a fun build, it can actually be played with after — making it an awesome gift for anyone *building* their Lego collection.
5. A floating basketball game for the always reliable summer birthday theme: pool party. This gift will make them want to jump right back into the pool and get a game going because who doesn't love a little friendly competition among friends?
6. A water slide wipeout that ends with water balloons for a serious dose of summer fun. This slide is great for older kids and has the option to fill the finish line with water balloons for that extra *pop* of summer magic. Not only will it be a hit at the party, they'll be able to use it all summer.
7. A Play-Doh Kitchen Creations set that's perfect for that future Paul Hollywood or Prue Leith. This set will have them creating fun colored "cupcakes" and "cookies" and maybe even have them practicing the all-coveted handshake.
8. A seriously fun — and seriously well-reviewed — card game that the birthday kid and the whole family will enjoy. The premise is simple — just slap matching cards — but things get wild fast and they'll love playing it at home or with friends!
9. An activity climber and slide that's perfect for a young kid learning to climb, slide, and jump. They'll love the steering wheel and multiple climbing options and it's great for getting them out in the summer weather.
10. A stuffed Bluey they'll love "for real life!" Who can resist the Heeler family?? The answer is literally no one. Bluey comes with nine phrases and the theme song, plus they'll love having an adventure buddy. Adults will love the off switch at night.
11. A ride-on bee buggy they'll be *buzzing* about all summer. Ride on buggies are so much fun for indoor or outdoor use. Help them get that summer energy out and help them do it adorably. It's a double win.
12. A shaded play set that they can use for pretend play, as a mud kitchen, or a sensory station. This awesome play set comes with a small grill and sink, and a spot for sand or water! They'll love the canopy for shade (or rain play in the cooler months) for extending play and durability!
13. A two-person sit and spin that they can hook up to water in the summer and bring inside for the winter. Sit and spins are classic toys that my kids LOVE and they have completely leveled up by making one big enough for two people. They'll love all of the summer fun and that they can bring it in when it gets cold again!
14. An entire learning activity set that will give them every fun learning activity in one spot! Forget giving them a separate easel, busy board, and craft storage — this play set puts them all together! They're going to love playing with the magnets, the busy board, and chalk, and don't be surprised if they set you down to learn a lesson, too!
15. A National Geographic light-up air rocket set that will have them launching rockets 100 feet into the air using just their feet. With the ability to launch dual rockets and brilliant LED lights included, fireworks won't be the only thing lighting up the night sky this summer!
16. A Kinetic Sand construction set that's perfect for any construction enthusiast! They will love the working crane, wrecking ball, and digger and when they're done, it's self-contained so they can pack it up easily.
17. An ice cream play set because there's nothing better than ice cream in summer. They'll love using their imagination to create scoops, serve up sundaes, and maybe inspire serving up a real summer treat while they're at it.
18. A set of magnetic tiles that are one of the gold standards of kids' toys. They'll be able to create amazing buildings, fun designs, and even take them outside for play on a magnetic garage door! Magnetic tiles are great for almost any age and make an awesome gift.
19. An outdoor explorer set that will inspire them to turn the yard into their very own science center. Complete with a magnifying glass, compass, and binoculars, this set is perfect for any promising summer explorer.
20. A set of throwable paintballs that launch like water balloons, splat like paintballs, and wash off completely. These will up their summer fun because there's nothing quite like a wild mess late into the summer evening. You can even buy a few colors in case they want to create teams.
21. An enormous, 10-foot splash pad that will provide summer fun for kids of all ages! It's big enough that they can invite their friends to cool off all summer and it stores up easily when not in use.
22. An epic The Floor is Lava game that will get their summer wiggles right out. This game is easy-to-follow and can be made more challenging or easier based on where they put the tiles. This game can be enjoyed inside or out, making it the perfect compliment to unpredictable weather.
23. A ride-on recycling truck for any kid who loves trash day. With this truck they can lift the garbage can, load up the back of the truck, and honk at all of their adoring fans. Dreams can come true!
24. A basketball hoop that's a classic toddler toy. This hoop hasn't gone out of style and will bring back major memories. Even the most athletically-challenged will love the hoop, a ball small enough for their little hands, and all of the energy that's burned! It's sturdy enough — and the ball is soft enough — to work as an inside or outside toy!
25. A glow-in-the-dark rock painting kit for a kid who loves art. Just because school's out doesn't mean they can't flex that creativity muscle. They can leave their creations around to make others smile or they can jazz up their yard. Either way, a little quiet inside fun that can get them outside when the weather is cooler is a win!
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