10 Outdoor Toys to Get Kids Off Screens and Into the Sunshine
Spring is here, the days are getting longer, and there's never been a better excuse to kick the kids outside. Whether you're planning a backyard BBQ, a birthday party, or just looking for something new to keep the little ones busy after school, we've rounded up 10 of our absolute favourite outdoor toys from our collection. There's something for every age — and every kind of kid.
LED Foam Drone for Kids
Ages 5+ Outdoor flying
A first drone that kids can actually fly — without the tears. Made from crash-resistant foam, it's built to handle bumpy landings while staying stable in the air. Simple controls mean kids are flying in minutes, and the bright LED lights mean the fun doesn't have to stop when the sun goes down.
★ Best for: Budding pilots and tech-loving kids
Kids Ladder Toss Game – Wooden Outdoor Ball Toss
All ages Garden game
A proper backyard classic. Players take turns tossing bolas onto the rungs of a wooden ladder, racking up points while building aim and coordination. Made from sturdy, child-safe wood, it's easy to set up and impossible to put down — great for BBQs, parties, and lazy Sunday afternoons.
★ Best for: Family gatherings and friendly competition
XL Outdoor Tic Tac Toe Game
All ages Lawn game
Everyone knows tic tac toe — but nobody's played it quite like this. This giant garden version uses soft, durable pieces that kids can pick up and move around themselves. It encourages strategic thinking and social play while being simple enough for young kids to join in. Screen-free fun at its finest.
★ Best for: Parties, parks, and keeping all ages entertained
Kids Bubble Leaf Blower Toy
Ages 3+ Active play
Not your average bubble wand — this bubble blaster launches streams of bubbles as kids run and play in the garden. Lightweight and super easy to use, it gets little ones moving, laughing, and chasing bubbles across the lawn. A guaranteed hit on any sunny afternoon.
★ Best for: Toddlers and younger kids on warm spring days
Mini Cornhole Set
Ages 3–6 Garden game
Kid-sized boards, lightweight bean bags, and foldable legs for easy storage — this mini cornhole set is made for little hands and big laughs. It's a simple game that young kids pick up quickly and return to again and again. Set it up in the garden, driveway, or park in seconds.
★ Best for: Toddlers and preschoolers playing outside
Kids Dinosaur Shooting Game
Ages 4+ Interactive play
Part game, part challenge — kids use blaster guns to shoot soft balls into the dinosaur's mouth for points. It's brilliant for developing aim, coordination, and quick reflexes, and works just as well solo as it does in a group. Fair warning: adults will want a go too.
★ Best for: Kids who love a target challenge
Little Explorer Teepee Play Tent
8 months+ Imaginative play
Every kid needs their own little kingdom. This roomy teepee (116cm x 120cm tall) gives children a cosy space to read, play, and let their imagination run wild — indoors or out in the garden. Soft microfiber peach skin fabric makes it safe and comfortable for babies right through to older kids.
★ Best for: Creative kids who love their own space
Montessori Wooden Building Blocks Set
Ages 3+ Creative play
Timeless, open-ended, and endlessly creative. These smooth natural wooden blocks let kids stack, balance, and build anything they can imagine — from towers to whole cities. Great for developing fine motor skills, spatial thinking, and problem-solving. The kind of toy that grows with your child and never gets old.
★ Best for: Creative kids who love to build and explore
Kids Bug Catcher Kit – Outdoor Explorer Insect Set
Ages 3+ Nature explorer
Spring is the best season to go bug hunting — and this kit has everything little explorers need to do it properly. With a secure viewing container, tweezers, and a magnifier, kids can safely catch and observe insects up close in the garden, at the park, or on a nature walk. It turns a simple backyard into a whole science lesson.
★ Best for: Curious kids who love nature and hands-on discovery
Kids Garden Wheelbarrow Set – Outdoor Gardening Kit
Ages 3+ Outdoor learning
There's something special about a kid who wants to help in the garden — and this set makes it actually happen. Complete with a sturdy wheelbarrow and child-friendly tools, it gives little ones their own patch to dig, plant, and explore. It builds coordination, creativity, and an early love for being outdoors and getting their hands dirty.
★ Best for: Little helpers and budding gardeners