Fun and Active Toys for Kids for the 2024 Olympics!
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Last Modified 4 July 2024 First Added 4 July 2024
The 2024 Olympics and Paralympic Games are just around the corner, starting on Friday, 26fh July 2024. What better way to celebrate these incredible events than by encouraging your children to be active and be inspired by these hardworking professionals.
Whether your child dreams of being an Olympic Gymnast, a football star, or a cycling champion, there’s something for every aspiring athlete in our sports-themed toys and games. Dive into our top 9 picks that will bring the event to you:
For children fascinated by skateboarding and skateboards, explore Tech Deck. These mini skateboards are great for enhancing fine motor skills, encouraging creative play, and improving hand-eye coordination. For an Olympic theme, check out a variety of Tech Deck playsets that will bring the competition home and the excitement right to your child’s fingertips.
Inspire your children with Barbie dolls like the Barbie Gymnastics Playset for children to practice their own routines while improving their flexibility and coordination, or the Barbie Para Alpine Olympic Skier doll which teaches children resilience, perseverance, and diversity within the sporting industry. This Alpine doll not only celebrates the achievements of Paralympians but encourage children to appreciate and be inspired by inclusive figures.
For the mini-Basketball enthusiasts, dive into the world of 5 Surprise NBA Ballers Capsule. These are amazing basketball collectible figures that are great for play and display. Spark your child’s interest in this sport by highlighting the importance of teamwork and collecting all the basketball players to create their own team! With over 30 NBA players to collect such as Luka Doncic, LaMelo Ball, Jayson Tatum, James Harden and Kevin Durant… enjoy drafting, trading and collecting these baller figures with 5 Surprise. Each capsule includes an official NBA figure, miniature basketball, a player poster, and two accessories.
Outdoor play does wonders for children’s wellbeing, emotional regulation and physical development. Check out our range of outdoor toys for a variety of options on how to keep children busy throughout the Olympics. From football toys that will have the children running around and working together, to cycling adventures with the best bikes for kids that will help build on their strength and endurance. For those hot days dive into water toys, from water slides and paddling pools to swimming sets and water games, these will help keep the children cool while encouraging active play. Read our “Bike Size Guide: Choosing the Right Kid’s Bike” to find your perfect bike today.
Does your child have a new love for skateboarding? Encourage their skateboarding skills with a selection of skateboard for kids to choose from. This sport is great for improving balance, coordination, and building your child’s confidence in a skill they are interested in. Read our blog, “How to Teach Your Child to Skateboard” for simple and easy tips to get you started.
Introduce the children to racket sports with tennis toys for kids and badminton sets. This sport is great for children to improve their hand-eye coordination, agility, and teamwork. Read our blog ‘Wimbledon: A Quintessential British Summer Tradition’ for a range of ideas to get the children involved in this summer, from tennis clubs to setting up a mini tennis court in the garden.
For the children who are wrestling fans, there is nothing better than WWE action figures. These toys inspire imaginative play and keep children engaged in physical fitness. Bring the wrestling fun home with WWE figures like The Rock, John Cena, Big E, Seth Rollins, Bianca Belair and more.
Trampolining is great sport to watch, but even better when you get to take part in! Trampolines are a delightful way to keep children active while improving their leg strength, balance, and coordination. With a variety of sizes to choose from, check out our “Trampoline Safety Guide” to read expert advice on choosing trampolines and picking the perfect one for your available space.
With so many fun Olympic games to watch, take part in your own blaster competitions at home! Great for competitive play, or for improving teamwork. Blasters are a fantastic and fun way for children to improve their precision and strategic thinking skills. Blasters come in all shapes and sizes with a variety of settings. If you are unsure about which blaster will be most suitable for your child, read our blog “A Parent’s Guide to Toy Blasters” for expert guidance.
The 2024 Olympics provides a wonderful opportunity to get children active and exploring a range of different sports. With our wide variety of toys, you’ll be sure to find your child’s new sporty interest and experience the Olympics in the comfort of your own home.
Find the best toys for a summer of sports and explore a range of options to set up all the best activities for your children. Let the games begin!
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