Are your kids ready for summer?

It may not be summer yet, but it sure feels like it here in FL🥵☀️

Summer vacation is right around the corner & if you’re looking for some outdoor toys to keep your kids entertained, stop into your local five below where they put out some new items!

🏖️These collapsible beach buckets were the first thing to catch my eye. For only $3.25 & they come with a matching color shovel. Great way to save space.

🎈10 pack reusable water balloons for only $5! That’s a great deal considering you can’t find them for under $13 on Amazon for a pack of 12.

💦 The inflatable rocket sprinkler is a great size for toddler & also only $5.

❌Inflatable jumbo tic-tac-toe game that can be played in the pool or yard.

🫧A bubble blaster for only $5?! That’s the cheapest I’ve seen it anywhere! Five Below is doing the dang thing👏🏼

🪴A cute metal watering can that’s the perfect size for little toddler hands so they can help in the garden.

Make sure to stop at your five below before they’re gone.

#lemon8partner #momsoflemon8 #motherhood #beach #toddlermom #momlife #fivebelow #fivebelowfinds #weekendactivities #letschat Five Below

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2024/5/26 Edited to

... Read moreAs summer approaches, it's crucial to have fun and engaging toys to keep kids active and entertained. Outdoor play is essential for children's physical and mental development, and choosing the right toys can enhance their creativity and social skills. At Five Below, you can find a variety of affordable summer toys perfect for long days in the sun. The collapsible beach buckets are a fantastic investment, especially for families going to the beach or setting up a backyard sandbox. Made with kids in mind, these buckets come with shovels in vibrant colors and are perfect for building sandcastles. The best part? They are budget-friendly! Reusable water balloons offer a green alternative to traditional balloons, allowing for endless fun in the water without contributing to waste. This 10-pack, priced at only $5, provides hours of excitement during water games. Plus, with great savings compared to online prices, it's a steal! Inflatable toys like the rocket sprinkler are also noteworthy, designed to provide a safe and refreshing spray for toddlers on hot days. These toys help youngsters enjoy water play while ensuring their safety under supervision. Games, such as the jumbo tic-tac-toe, can be played in the pool or yard, encouraging kids to form teams and enhance their interpersonal skills while having a blast! Finally, introducing gardening to your toddlers can be a nurturing experience with a cute metal watering can that’s the right size for small hands. This encourages them to connect with nature and understand the importance of caring for plants. With a range of innovative and affordable play items available at Five Below, now is the perfect time to stock up and ensure your kids are ready for an unforgettable summer.

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Isa

yesss reusable water balloons! Good for the environment! I think I got a watermelon slip n slide from either five below or target I can't really remember

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Buck_Ducky

I might need to grab that tic tac toe

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