Summer is in full swing! Now is the time to make a visit to a beach, whether it be lakeside or oceanside. The list below contains a variety of play ideas with a few sun protection ideas thrown in as well. Click on each title to see the items!

1.Collapsible sand buckets

When space is at a premium, these collapsible buckets will come in handy for general sand play. Don’t forget the baby powder for easy sand removal!

2. Baby Sun Shade

This sun shade works well for 1-2 kiddos. It allows air flow while keeping out sand and providing all-over shade.

3. Family Sun Shade

If you plan to go the beach every weekend, this shade is what the locals use- it works with the wind rather than fighting against it and doesn’t require any ropes to stake down.

4. Sand Molds

These sand molds provide some general shapes for kiddo to use.

5. Digging Tools

If your kiddo loves to dig, this is the set to start with! It allows a variety of types of digging.

6. Sandcastle Mold Kit

If your kiddo loves to build, this is the set to get. The shapes allow for building a house, sandcastle, or general shapes.

7. Reusable Water Balloons

These balloons work with magnets keeping them closed. Once filled, they can be thrown, “popped,” and refilled over and over. Eco-friendly and better for the wallet!

8. Beach Net

While the odds of kiddo actually catching something with these nets are low, the fun they’ll have adventuring is high!

9. Waterproof Camera

For the older toddler, the waterproof camera is sure to give you memories for a lifetime.

10. Boats

For the kiddo who prefers to stay inland, these boats/cars would be great for building a road/city!

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