We Found Outdoor Toys For Small Yards For Toddlers And Older Kids

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After wearing the hats of caregiver, teacher and playmate for the last few months, many parents are also now settling into their next role as summer camp counselor.

Many summer programs remain closed due to COVID-19, which means families are skipping sleep-away camps, pool memberships, vacations and other activities that usually keep the kids entertained in the summer. If you have a bigger backyard, you might consider getting an inflatable pool or connecting your hose to a cheap sprinkler accessory so toddlers can splash around.

But it’s going to take more than that to fill a child’s day while school is out of session, especially if you have a small outdoor space or backyard — or no yard at all.

There are plenty of outdoor toys for toddlers and older kids that are perfect for spaces as small as a balcony, patio or cramped front garden. Most are portable enough to bring to the park, too.

We found everything from tossing games to building blocks on Amazon for under $50. The best toy we’ve spotted was this Volleyball Spike Game Set with a carrying bag — which kids can play with alone or in a group — for just $28 on Amazon.

Below, we’ve rounded up some of the best outdoor toys for small backyards that don’t take up too much space.

Take a look:

1 Froggy Kickball

Find this Froggy Kickball that's perfect for both toddlers and big kids for $10 from Melissa and Doug.

2 A super-sized block game

Find this Juegoal 54 Pieces Giant Tumble Tower that's perfect for playing on a deck or sidewalk for $50 on Amazon.

3 A classic outdoor game

Find this GoSports Portable Size Cornhole Game Set for $33 on Amazon.

4 This giant bubble wand

Find this WOWMAZING Giant Bubble Wands Kit for $15 on Amazon.

5 Giddy Buggy Chair

This Giddy Buggy Chair looks just like Mom or Dad's outdoor chair, only...Continue reading on HuffPost