We don’t get to say this often—but what a scorcher! With the sun blazing this week, it’s the perfect time to take playtime outdoors. Whether you have a little garden, a balcony, or a nearby park, there are so many ways to enjoy the summer sunshine with your little ones (without melting!).
At KID, we believe the best childhood memories are made outdoors - with muddy hands, giggles under the sun, and plenty of imaginative play. That’s why we’ve pulled together our top picks to help you beat the heat and make this sunshine stretch unforgettable.
🌊 1. Sprinkler Mats: The Ultimate Garden Cool-Down
Set up one of our colourful sprinkler splash mats in your garden and let the fun begin! These are a gentle, safe alternative to paddling pools and ideal for toddlers and younger kids. The water stays shallow, and the giggles run deep. Pair it with our buckets, watering cans, and cups for endless sensory fun. Bonus points for making it a water relay race!
🏖️ 2. Dig, Pour, and Explore with Shovels & Watering Cans
Whether you’re at the beach, in the sandbox, or just playing in the soil, our beautifully crafted Little Dutch shovels and watering cans bring hands-on play to life. Kids can dig moats, build sandcastles, or water the garden like a pro. These open-ended tools inspire creativity while building motor skills - and they’re made to last.
🌱 3. Little Gardeners: A Gift Set for Budding Green Thumbs
Let their love for nature bloom with our adorable Gardening Gift Set - perfect for little hands who want to help in the garden. Each set includes a mini trowel, rake, and watering can in a child-friendly size, all beautifully packed and ready to inspire your child’s inner gardener. It’s a lovely way to introduce responsibility, patience, and the joy of growing something all by themselves.
🏕️ 4. Create a Garden Hideaway with an Outdoor Tent
There’s nothing quite like a shady spot to spark big imaginations. Our pop up tents provide the perfect nook for a garden tea party, a quiet reading zone, or a top-secret hideout for your little explorers. Add a few cushions and some picture books, and you’ve got a calm, cool retreat from the midday sun.
🧊 5. Frozen Toy Rescue
Here’s a clever cool-down activity using toys you already have! Freeze small toy figures, dolls or cars in an ice tub the night before, then hand your kids some kid-safe tools (like scoops or wooden hammers) to “rescue” their toys from the ice. It’s sensory, refreshing, and incredibly fun.
🍓 6. Garden Picnics and Nature Hunts
Pop out a blanket, prep a plate of fruit, and turn snack time into a mini picnic. You can also go on a garden scavenger hunt - find leaves, bugs, flowers, and stones to create a nature collage back inside. Don’t forget to bring your watering can along and let your little ones care for the plants they find. It’s a gentle way to connect kids to nature and slow down in the sun.
Remember...
☀️ Stay hydrated
🧴 Use SPF
🌳 Find shade during peak heat hours
👒 And most of all—have fun!
This heatwave won’t last forever, so let’s make the most of it. Our outdoor play picks are in stock now and ready to ship across Ireland. Browse the full Summer Shop collection and bring a little magic to your garden this week.
P.S. Don’t forget to tag us in your summer play photos! We love seeing your little ones at play—especially when they’re splashing, digging, planting, or hiding out in their own backyard world. 🌈
