If you are a parent then you are likely to know that summertime
can be a difficult time. Parents of children under the age of
twelve are constantly dealing with children who are bored.
There are only so many activities a child can do inside. That
is why it is important for children to play outside during the
summer.

Playing outside in the summertime is fun, but many children can
easily become bored without a few outdoor summer toys. If you
are the parent of a child who is younger than twelve, you have
a number of options when it comes to buying outdoor toys. Below
is a list and small summary of ten of the most popular outside
toys for children under the age of twelve.

(1) Sand and Water Activity Tables

Sand and water activity tables are tables that allow children
to play in the sand or in the water almost at the same time.
Most tables are divided into two sections. A large number of
companies make sand and water activity tables; therefore, you
can purchase a wide variety of different table designs. Most
sand and water tables are designed for children aged three and
up.

Average Price: $45 - $75

(2) Outdoor Water Sprinklers

For years now, outdoor water sprinklers have been how many
children without pool access have stayed cool during the
summertime. Outdoor water sprinklers come in all different
styles. Traditional sprinkler systems can be purchased;
however, large beach balls, plastic animals, and other popular
cartoon characters can be used as a sprinkler system. All
outdoor water sprinklers require water hookup through a garden
hose.

Average Price: $5 - $30

(3) Water Guns

Similar to the above mentioned water sprinklers, water guns are
a fun way for children without a pool to stay cool. Water guns
come in all different shapes, sizes, and styles. You can
purchase a water gun that fits into the palm or your hand or
you can get one that is so big it is about waist tall. Large
water guns tend to have more force when it comes to dispensing
the water. This means that most large water guns are not safe
for children under the age of five.

Average Price: $10 - $20

(4) Slip and Slide Water Toys

Slip and slides are known as small water slides. They have been
a popular outdoor summer toy for children under the age of
twelve for years now. Slip and slides work best on a hill, but
with running water a child can have fun even on a flat surface.
Many slip and slides are sold with a sprinkler system or a
miniature wading pool for extra fun.

Average Price: $10 - $25

(5) Inflatable Water Slides

Until recently, the above mentioned slip and slide water toys
were the only water slides designed for home use without a
pool. Now large water slides are being sold online and in
department stores across the country. These slides are
inflatable and they can go as high as ten feet in the air. They
come with a miniature pool at the bottom. Due to their large
size, most water slides are designed for children over the age
of four or five.

Average Price: $200 - $300

(6) Sandboxes

Currently, sandboxes sit in millions of backyards all across
the country. When filled with sand, sandboxes offer hours of
fun for the whole family. Sandboxes can come in a traditional
box size or they can come as large plastic animals. Large
plastic turtles and crabs are most popular with children under
the age of five.

Average Price: $45 - $100

(7) Teeter Totters

Many parents and children mistakenly believe that teeter
totters are only meant for the park. The truth is that there
are a large number of teeter totters that are designed for
backyards of all sizes. Large teeter totters can often be
hooked into the ground; therefore, making it safe for older
children or adults to use. Smaller teeter totters that are
transportable and designed for children under the age of 10 can
also be purchased.

Average Price: $40 - $80

(8) Grill and Grill Accessories

Toy grills are becoming one of the most popular outdoors toys
to hit the market. A large number of companies make these
grills; therefore, there is a large selection of different
styles at most retail stores. The grills can come in all
different sizes with talking pieces, plastic food, and other
grill accessories. These toy grills allow children to feel like
a grownup while they cook right alongside their parents.

Average Price: $20 - $60

(9) Children's Wheelbarrow and Garden Accessories

A children's wheelbarrow can be used for a number of fun
outdoor activities. Children can use a wheelbarrow to move
their toys or help their parents in the garden. Most
wheelbarrows can be purchased with additional garden
accessories for extra fun. Children's wheelbarrows come in all
different shapes and sizes; therefore, children of all ages can
have fun with this great outdoor toy.

(10) Bubbles

Bubbles have always been considered fun outside toys, but the
creation of additional bubble toys have made them even more
fun. In addition to traditional bubbles, there are now
bubble-making machines. These machines can often produce
hundred of bubbles in just a few minutes. There are also
machines that can be used to create huge bubbles. In addition
to bubble-making machines, there are also other bubble
accessories that can create unique bubble shapes and much more.

Average Price: $5 - $20

All of the toys mentioned above are the top ten most popular
outside toys for children under the age of twelve. The good
news is that almost all of these toys are reasonably priced and
great for backyards of just about any size. Why let your child
suffer through a boring summer when a large number of fun
outdoor toys are all within your reach?

About The Author: Cathy Franklin is a mother of three and the
owner of Toys Store Online. She finds the top family friendly
toys for children of all ages that are fun for kids, age
appropriate, and inexpensive for any family's budget.
http://www.toys- store-online. com