Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start to summer, and that means the kids are about to have a lot more free time. Whether you’re planning a vacation and need to keep them busy during travel or you want to transform your backyard into a playground, I’ve found sales up to 50% off happening right now, so you can afford some upgrades for the summer.
I’m a parenting editor and a mom myself, so these are mostly toys from brands that I love and have tested personally. The Crayola Color Wonder is really a miracle; these markers only show up on the special paper (in case your child decides the walls or furniture are a canvas for their art). Also, I love the screen-free puzzle game Kanoodle and was excited to spot its head-to-head model for half price right now. All of these finds are on Amazon, so if you shop now, you might even be enjoying these toys for when Memorial Day weekend starts on May 22.
Deals on Beach and Pool Toys
For the toddlers, you can’t go wrong with this classic sand toy set that’ll keep them entertained on beach days, or these Bluey floating toys that can go from beach to pool to bath. If you’re shopping for bigger kids, level up your pool game with an inflatable dart board or Watermelon Ball for an underwater challenge. And the teens (or you) will truly appreciate floating on this retro-inspired inflatable raft.
Deals on Backyard/Outdoor Toys
No pool? No problem. Turn your backyard into a splash zone with a non-slip splash pad that will keep them cool on hot summer days, or an inflatable oasis packed with a slide, games, and water fun. Enjoy the simple pleasure of flying a kite with this colorful beginner-friendly option, or let them bring their favorite game Fortnite to life with this Nerf Blaster.
Step2 Unicorn Up & Down Roller Coaster
Deals on Games and Travel Toys
On rainy days or long trips, these fun games just might save you. Card games are inherently more fun when there’s a stuffed Care Bear involved, and this easy-to-learn one is family-friendly. If you don’t have the time or space for a full game of Catan, there’s a dice game now that can be played in 30 minutes—and it’s just $10 right now. They’ve probably seen people solving Kanoodle puzzles on YouTube, but now they can test their own skills in a head-to-head race. And when it comes to crafts, the Sticker Wow! activity set and the Mess-Free Crayola kit are both great ways to keep kids busy on long car rides or on a plane.
Crayola Color Wonder Mess Free Coloring Activity Set
Educational Insights Kanoodle Head-to-Head Puzzle
