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It’s summertime – and the living is easy, especially if you’ve planned outings to keep the kids happy, healthy and on board! Time to get out and about. Check out our top picks to take with you.
ZOOMEE 4 in 1 DELUXE TRIKE
Price £94.99
From TP
Age 10 months – 3 years
Designed to grow with your child over four stages, this stylish trike offers a soft padded seat, wide and comfortable parent handle, detachable bottle holder, secret storage compartment and more. The parental control steering and pedals allow children to practice whilst parents still have full control. A five-point safety belt and safety bar keep your child secure, while the high back support and shock resistant wheels ensure comfort on long family walks. The retractable sun canopy keeps your child covered rain or shine!
Visit www.tptoys.com
OUT AND ABOUT BUGGY FLASHCARDS
Price £8
From Orchard Toys
Age 9 months+
This colourful set of 10 double-sided, wipe-clean flashcards clips securely to your buggy, stroller, or changing bag, perfect for keeping toddlers entertained during walks, trips and travel. The vibrant, engaging images of everyday objects that your toddler can spot during outings help develop early vocabulary and observation skills, encouraging kids to explore the world.
Visit www.orchardtoys.com
LCD WRITING TABLET
Price £12.99
Maker Orsen
Age 3+
The perfect solution to a trip that involves a car ride, this lightweight and portable tablet (just 8.3 inches mini size) is easy for little kids to hold, or to put in a bag to take along with you. It has a high spec waterproof LCD screen with ultra bright colours and you can alter the thickness of lines by applying more or less hand pressure. It comes with a battery offering six months’ lifespan.
Visit www.amazon.co.uk
HAPE COMPASS SET
Price £7
From Little Terras
Age 4+
Find your way wherever you are with this working compass set. The mirror on the back reflects the sun and comes in useful to signal if you find yourself ‘in distress’! The carabiner holds up to 10kg, so you can stow your water bottle, camera or any other gear safely. It comes with a handy wrist strap, making it easy to carry or strap to your backpack. A great way to encourage a good sense of direction in kids, as well as stimulating hand-eye coordination and developing problem-solving skills.
Visit littleterras.co.uk
CREATOR VIDEO WALKIE TALKIES
Price £39.99
From Canal Toys
Age 5+
Blending classic walkie-talkie adventure with modern video features, these innovative devices encourage kids to explore and create their own real-world missions — without the need for internet access or smartphones. Chat with your friends using the video call mode on the 2" digital screen up to 300m or use the voice call mode for longer distance catch-ups (2km). Try 20 funny video filters and five voice-changing effects for non-stop giggles.
The handsets are rechargeable and you can connect for video calls up to 300m. Each pack includes USB cable for charging, so no need for constant battery change – just charge and go. No internet connection required.
Visit www.very.co.uk and www.amazon.co.uk
