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Best summer toys and gear to keep kids busy and entertained all season long
By Maria Chamberlain at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· July 3, 2026
· 5 min read
Summer break brings plenty of opportunities for fun, and plenty of opportunities for kids to announce they’re bored.
Whether you’re looking to encourage outdoor play, build independence or simply survive the long days between camps and vacations, these products can help keep kids engaged all ...
Key takeaway Skylight Buddy Summer routines can quickly disappear once school lets out, which is where the new Skylight Buddy comes in.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Summer break brings plenty of opportunities for fun, and plenty of opportunities for kids to announce they’re bored.
Whether you’re looking to encourage outdoor play, build independence or simply survive the long days between camps and vacations, these products can help keep kids engaged all ...
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