Keeping families entertained and active is extremely important when it comes to living day-to-day at home. We’ve partnered with Toys “R” Us to showcase some cool new toys and activities to keep Canadian families entertained inside and outside the home. From a family bike ride around the block to a family game night in, here are our top picks.
Outdoor fun
Staying at home calls for some outdoor family time. Get some fresh air in your backyard with these cool toys that can be delivered right to your home.
Family bike ride
Help your kids let out some of that pent up energy with a family bike ride outdoors. Toys “R” Us has a bunch of great deals on bikes. For starters, check out the Baby Shark Balance Bike available exclusively at Toys “R” Us Canada. Song not included (we’ll let you decide if that’s a good or bad thing).
Scoot squad
Want your child to be the coolest kid on the block? Teach them some tricks on the Razor – 98mm A Kick Scooter, perfect for both kids and teens, while the smarTrike – T3 scooTer is suitable for toddlers ages two and up.
Tire them out on the trampoline
If your attempts to tire your kids out have been unsuccessful thus far, a trampoline might be a worthy investment. Trampolining is a great form of exercise to build muscle and coordination, and an effective way for kids to let out their energy. ThisAction 10 foot Gold Series Trampoline is Action Sports’ safest trampoline, and is available exclusively at Toys “R” Us Canada.
Stay indoors
You can’t be outdoors all the time, here are our top picks for indoor play.
Host a black light party
Collect all four L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Lights fashion dolls and host a black light party at home. The O.M.G. Lights Speedster Fashion Doll comes with 15 surprises that can be revealed with a black light (included in box). Additionally, this toy offers a unique unboxing experience where the packaging becomes a reusable play space for Speedster to hit the runway!
Head to the farm with Fisher Price
Missing your family day out to the zoo or farm? This farm playset will prepare your toddler for your next family outing. Teach your child about farm animals and how to take care of them with this adorable playset from Fisher Price.With lots of interactive elements like songs, animal sounds, and phrases, toddlers are sure to be amused by this toy.
Battle of the Beyblades
Down for some friendly competition? Battle your kids with Beyblade, and download the Beyblade Burst app to take the event to the next level with the in-app Battle League. By creating a league, kids can play with their friends and use the tournament notepad to compete in the ultimate championship event!
Noodle party with Chef Doh
If only they could actually cook dinner for once. In the meantime, have them practice their pasta making skills with this Noodle Party Playset by Play-Doh Kitchen Creations. The set includes two attachments to create different types of noodles, along with a variety of molds to whip up side dishes like veggies and eggs.
Keep them busy with marbles, so you don’t lose yours
Raise your hand if you feel like you’re losing your marbles balancing childcare, entertainment, physical fitness and work at the same time. In honour of losing our marbles, take home the Mega Marble Race as a keepsake to remember this time. Also, the kids will love it! With countless construction possibilities, your kids can create and re-create their own unique tracks as they practice their problem-solving skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.
A game to add to the family favourites
This is a game that is fun for the whole family and recommended for 2–5 players. If you love kittens, explosions, and competition, then Exploding Kittens is the card game for you. The objective of this strategy game is to avoid drawing the “exploding kitten” card, using a variety of hilarious diffuse and action cards to help you avoid the exploding kittens. Get ready for uncontrollable laughs and fierce family competition.
Explore the best-selling stay at home Play Packs
If your kids get bored of the same games easily, try these awesome Play Packs! Each pack contains a variety of different toys to let your child(ren) experiment with different styles of play. The packs are grouped by theme, so you can choose the option that best suits your child(rens) taste. These play packs are best sellers at Toys “R” Us and value at a much higher price point than what they are being sold for. Be sure to check these out!
Parents can have some fun too!
Why should the kids have all the fun? Get nostalgic with these four classic board games (not just for the kids) that will bring laughs, friendly competition and fond memories. See who’s hippo can gobble up the marbles the fastest in Hungry Hungry Hippos, if you can ask the right questions in Guess Who? before your opponent, or who is the best surgeon with the steadiest hand in Operation. Whichever game you choose, these options will likely take you on a journey back to your childhood.
Be sure to check out the Deals page on the Toys “R” Us website and browse their flyer on Flipp for more great deals and ideas on how to make the most out of your time at home.