![]() Little kitchen helpers will love playing with this pretend sink with running water and color-changing accessories. The sink comes with a faucet that pumps water from the tub below it, plates, cups, plastic knives, a brush, play detergent, and a dish rack. ![]() Key Specs: Material: BPA- and latex-free rubber | Recommended Age: 18 months and up | Dimensions: 7 x 7 x 5.5 inches And since there are no holes in this toy for water to gather, it won't get all moldy. We love that the octopus and the rings both float, so toddlers won't have to go under the water to find them. One minor detail that sea creature-obsessed kiddos might notice is that this toy only has six legs, while a real octopus has eight-but we're willing to overlook the tiny inaccuracy. Kids can try their hand at ring toss, which promotes hand-eye coordination, although some children might find it frustrating that the rings don't catch the curved tentacles easily. The toy is made from flexible BPA- and latex-free materials and is designed for kids ages 18 months and older. Whether your little one wants to take a dip in the kiddie pool or the bathtub, this adorable Nuby Floating Octopus is guaranteed to be tons of fun. Replacement rings are not available for purchase Key Specs: Material: BPA- and lead-free PVC | Recommended Age: 18 months and up | Dimensions: 68 x 68 x 3 inches Drowning can happen even in inches of water always directly supervise water play on a splash pad, even if your child is older. ![]() Although this splash pad features a non-slip textured surface, it's safer if you have your kids wear water shoes to prevent falls, especially if multiple children are playing together. When using splash pads, always put them on a surface with lots of traction, such as grass, to prevent injury. When full, the pool should have water as deep as an adult's ankles, or about 2 inches deep. ![]() The water might spray outwards at first if so, roll the edges of the splash pad inward to keep the water flowing to the center where it can accumulate. To operate, simply plug your garden hose into the attachments provided and you'll be up and running quickly. When at full water pressure, the sprinklers can shoot water up to 3 feet in the air. Measuring 68 inches in diameter, this Jasonwell Splash Pad Sprinkler is big enough for multiple kids to play together, but larger options are also available, including a 75-inch and an 87-inch pad. Key Specs: Material: BPA-free plastic | Recommended Age: 18 months to 10 years | Dimensions: 39 x 24 x 32 inchesĪ large splash pad can quickly turn a boring backyard into the neighborhood's favorite hangout. Levy also recommends this water table because rain showers and waterfalls can have a soothing effect on children. It's also big enough for several kids to play together and it's super easy to clean: just drain it and wipe it down with a dry cloth. ![]() We love that it has two levels, so kids can pour water at the top and watch as the rain falls on the bottom tier. The Step2 Rain Showers Splash Pond Water Table is ideal because it holds 5 gallons of water and includes 13 accessories, like a strainer, cups, toys, spinners, and half pipes to create a water maze. There's a very good reason why you'll find water tables in preschool classrooms and other educational settings: through play, they allow young children to engage with scientific and mathematical concepts, sensory exploration, creativity, and social skills, according to the National Association for the Education of Young Children. We narrowed our list down based on recommended age, durability, material, safety, and how easy to clean the toys are. In addition, we analyzed trends and looked at classic as well as innovative toys that are both entertaining and developmentally appropriate. To find the best water toy for kids of all ages, we spoke to education and parenting experts and researched dozens of top-rated toys. Morrow, M.Ed., an experienced classroom teacher and author, playing with water can support cognitive development and improve gross motor skills by doing things like pouring, kicking, or splashing. Younger kids can advance their fine motor skills with games that require them to squeeze, pour, or squirt water, says Tamar Levy, former educator and founder of That Peach Mommy. In addition to being super fun, water toys can serve an important purpose in your child's development. And to get you started, we've rounded up the best water toys to play in the backyard, the park, the ocean, or the pool. Slip 'N Slides, pool floats, sprinkler toys, and other active games will make them want to wake up early and stay up late to maximize their summer fun. Who doesn't have fond childhood memories of playing outside all day during the summer? But if you want your kids to choose the outdoors over video games or hanging out in the air conditioning, you might need to provide an incentive-and that's where water toys come in. ![]()
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