SwimWays Shark Rocket
Launch up to 6 feet above the water with this hydrodynamic designed rocket that’s completely pool-powered. With soft foam and lightweight construction, it is easy to carry and safe for launching. $10.99, ages 5+, spinmaster.com
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NERF Super Soaker - Soaker Blast Slider
Take turns sliding or soaking friends with this interactive 16-foot water slide with a built-in water blaster. Connect the slide to a hose and start at the top to let the water jets whisk you all the way into the padded splash zone. Durable construction holds up to 110 pounds. $29.99, ages 5+, amazon.com
SwimWays Swim Trainer Life Jacket
A combination of a permanent built-in safety vest and pool floaties allowing for greater mobility while your child splashes around in the water. Comes with a soft cooling vest fabric and adjustable back buckle. $25, fits most children weighing 30-50 pounds, spinmaster.com
Hungry Hungry Hippos SPLASH
A spin on a classic made just for outdoor fun. Players choose a hippo to feed then race against their friend to feed their hippo the fastest…but now, your favorite hippo sprays water. $19.99, ages 4+, amazon.com
Cry Babies Magic Tears Tropical Series
These new Tropical Beach Babies are ready to hit the waves in cute beach outfits. So much to unbox and they cry real tears. $9.99 (Beach Babies) and $12.99 (Shiny Shells), ages 3+, amazon.com
SwimWays Floating Figures
Float, bob, and play above water alongside favorite characters in the swimming pool, beach or lake. Choose from Ariel, Batman, Joker, Gabby or MerCat (Gabby’s Dollhouse), Chase or Marshall (PAW Patrol), standing 5-8 inches tall. $9.99, ages 5+, spinmaster.com
Aerobie Sonic Bounce Ball
Redefine gravity and have a blast with this high-density foam tactile grip ball. Perfect for slipping into your bag for a road trip. $8.99, ages 8+ spinmaster.com
Atomic Power Popper + Sticky Target
Blast into fun with this classic popper with a new sticky target that rocks back and forth for more popper fun. $29.99, ages 4+, hogwildtoys.com
VTech Pull Back Skater Cat
All it takes is a gentle push or pull and this kitty is ready to roll, skating back and forth all by itself. Encourage little ones to do the twist just like the kitty. Kids can explore cause and effect as they see how their actions make the kitty move in different ways. $14.99, ages 12-36 months, vtechhkids.com
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