Kids' Summer Fun: Our Favorite Products for Adventures in the Wild
Summer is here, and that means it's time to get outside, get messy, and make memories! Whether you're headed to the beach, the backyard, or somewhere in between, we've rounded up our favorite products to make this the best summer yet for your little ones.
🫧 Bubble Magic with South Beach Bubbles
No summer is complete without bubbles — and South Beach Bubbles takes it to the next level. Their Unspillable Bubble Warriorz and Unspillable Popstar Bubbles mean less mess and more fun, while the Poppin' Colors Color Bubbles add a rainbow twist to the classic backyard activity. And for the ultimate bubble battle? The Bubble Swords 2-Pack is a must. These are the kind of products that keep kids outside for hours.
⛺ Shade on Demand: BARSUPPLY Pop-Up Beach Tent
Sun protection starts with shade! The BARSUPPLY Pop-Up Beach Tent with Carry Bag sets up in seconds and packs down just as fast. Perfect for the beach, the park, or the backyard — it's a summer essential for families on the go.
☀️ Clean Sunscreen the Whole Family Can Feel Good About
We love the Think Sunscreen Stick line — EWG Rated #1 and available in formulas for babies, kids, and active adults. The stick format makes application easy (no greasy hands!) and they're compact enough to toss in any bag. Grab the Think Baby SPF 30, Think Kids SPF 30, and Think Sport SPF 30 to cover everyone.
🏖️ Dry Off in Style with Katydid Quick Dry Towels
After all that sun and splash, you need a towel that works as hard as your kids play. The Katydid Quick Dry Beach Towel collection is soft, fast-drying, and comes in the most fun prints — from Sunshine and Pink Stripes to Tropical Leaves, Multicolored Leopard, and Abstract Flowers. There's a print for every personality, and they're compact enough to pack without taking over your beach bag.
🧲 On-the-Go Building: Magna-Tiles Travel Sets
Road trip? Rainy beach day? The Magna-Tiles Travel Deluxe 55-Piece Set and MicroMAGS 26-Piece Travel Set are perfect for keeping creative minds busy anywhere. Magnetic tiles spark imagination and are endlessly replayable — a gift that keeps on giving all summer long.
🔍 Explore the Outdoors with Carson
Summer is the perfect time to turn kids into little scientists and explorers. The Carson Kids Adventure Pack and Carson Kids Bug Catcher are made for curious minds who want to investigate every rock, bug, and tide pool. And don't forget the Carson Floating Wallet and Floating Neoprene Wrist Strap — genius accessories for keeping valuables safe at the beach or on the boat.
📱 Beach-Ready Phone Protection with Case-Mate
Because your phone deserves a summer vacation too — a safe one! Case-Mate's waterproof collection has you covered. The Pelican Marine Waterproof Floating Pouch and Waterproof Mini Phone Bucket Bag keep your device dry and accessible. Their Special Edition Beach Totes with Phone Pouch are stylish and functional — available in Midnight Black, Ivory Pearl, and Ecru Raffia. The Soap Bubble Essential Beach Zip Pouch rounds out the lineup perfectly.
Make This Summer Unforgettable
The best summers are the ones spent outside, exploring, playing, and making memories. Stock up on these favorites and let the adventures begin! Shop all of our summer picks at tinker.foundation.