1. A Hatch Rest baby sound machine with so many sound and lighting options, you'll have a blast picking your 2-year-old's room ~vibes~. This can also be set to use as an "okay to wake" clock if you're trying to keep your threenager in bed past the dreaded five o'clock wakeup.

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SPEAKING OF VIBES, you can snag some cool accessories including cute dino and farm animal covers.

Promising reviews: "I have been using this machine since my 6-year-old was a baby. We love this and highly recommend it, especially for new parents. We have a 2-year-old who has also used this since he was born. Helps them fall asleep and stay asleep through the night." —Brittany

"I am not exaggerating when I say this is the best baby product I've ever bought. I have a 2-year-old who refuses to sleep through the night. Bedtime is an hour-long ordeal of her repeatedly getting out of bed, playing, and not falling asleep. It's a battle. She wasn't sleeping, we weren't sleeping. NO ONE WAS SLEEPING. Hatch has changed our lives. I am not making this up — this thing works. It provided a third-party 'being' to tell my daughter when it's bedtime. We taught her the motto 'When its red, stay in bed' and 'Green means good morning.' She was 100% on board the first few nights. stayed in bed at bedtime, slept well, and didn't get up before it turned green. We were finally able to sleep. It's been a week of Hatch, and things are only getting better. She was waking up five times a night crying for us, and the past two nights hasn't woken up crying even once. Bedtime is still a bit of a struggle, but it's still better than it was. I will 100% get another Hatch for our second baby and hopefully nip all of these toddler issues in the bud since we'd have it from the beginning. I can't recommend this light enough." —SW

Get it from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi versions).

2. A "pretend" metal wheelbarrow that's actually just a miniature version of the real-life thing for your little! If you're already anticipating a lot of yard work this fall (hell-o leaf bagging), get your kiddo in on the action and let them help with some yard tools of their own.

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Promising review: "This was a perfect gift for our 2-year-old grandson! He loaded it full with his monster trucks and pushed the wheelbarrow around the house and yard." —Pam Walker

"The wheelbarrow is very cute and sturdy. Initially, I used it as a gift box for my husband’s retirement party from the construction industry, with a sign in front that said “Dump your presents here”. After his party, our 2-year-old niece had fun playing with it for hours." —Tanya Santiago

Get it from Amazon for $29.99.

3. A cult-fave Miss Mouth's stain remover to make all of those "oopsies" magically disappear from clothes, rugs, and other textiles unfortunate enough to stand in the way of your two's ~creativity~.

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Check out a full write-up of this "witchcraft and magic" here!

Promising reviews: "Oh, this stuff is really good. I have a 2-year-old granddaughter, and she is messy, messy, messy! This stuff works! I thought I was going to have to throw away some of her shirts and dresses, but this stuff got it out, no matter what it is. It gets it out!" —Frank Staples

"Instantly took out nasty spaghetti sauce stain my 2-year-old covered himself in! Only downfall, I should have ordered the bigger bottle!" —Elizabeth marrero

Get it from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in various multipacks).

4. A bathtub filter if that late summer heat can cause extra skin irritation flareups for your littles. Help their skin barrier out by attaching this tool-free filter and let the multi-stage filtration rid their bathwater of chlorine, chloramines, and heavy metals so they can rub-a-dub-dub in clean water.

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Promising reviews: "I would definitely recommend the bath tub filter! I have been using it with my daughter, who is two and has chronic dry skin, even in the summer. I could notice a difference just in the water quality; the water just seemed clearer in our tub. After using over a few weeks, I have noticed her skin is calmer and has become more even in tone." —Daneille

"My toddler struggles with super dry skin, along with a bumpy texture on her thighs, upper arms, and cheeks. After using the tub filter for over a month, her thighs are consistently smooth and feel less dry, even if it’s been almost a week between baths! We did not change any other factors (soap, lotion, laundry detergent, etc.) during this time. Her legs showed by far the best improvement, which proves this works because that is the only affected area that is completely submerged!" —Hannah

Get it from Canopy for $79+ (available in five colors).

5. A Strider balance bike because this is the new favorite kid thing we own — inside OR out! It is light (only about six pounds) and can maneuver in even the smallest places. My kiddo LOVES his "motorcycle" and we've gotten hours of fun out of this thing with so many more to come.

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Psst. If your kids are younger, you can get this same bike with a rocking base so that your baby can rock as young as 6-MONTHS-OLD and keep on rockin' until they're ready to remove the base and scoot on their way! There is also a 14-inch version that can be upgraded with a kit to attach pedals when your kiddo is ready for some big-kid zoomies! Basically, this company will grow with you (and the products are strong enough to get handed down to siblings/cousins/friends). I've already committed to buying the 14-inch when my kid outgrows this one, and my sister has called STRONG dibs on the 12-inch for my niece when the time comes. 😂

Promising reviews: "My 2-year-old absolutely loves this bike. It’s great quality and is an easy bike to learn to ride. This is a great way to learn balance. Highly recommend!!" —Erica Harvey

"This was perfect for my 2-year-old's b-day!!! He loves it. He is always on it even in the house. I love that it is adjustable, so he can ride it for years. It's easy for him to ride. He rode it for hours and hours in the dirt on his first day getting it. It was simple and quick to put together. He can pick it up, drag it, pull it easily; it is very light. This is absolutely worth the money for your little rider." —Placeholder

Get it from Amazon for $126.89+ (available in eight colors).

6. A Yoto mini that can literally do it all: It plays music, stories, educational activities, podcasts, soundscapes, timers, and can even be used to have beloved fam members and friends record stories for your littles to enjoy on the go! Plus, it has a headphone jack so they can listen in their own little happy Yoto world all year long without disturbing the peace of the restaurant, the plane, or the other car passengers.

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Promising reviews: "Well, I guess this has replaced our Tonie boxes! The convenience of the Yoto Mini can’t be beat. It’s small and easily able to be taken on the go. The battery life is fantastic, and we can get a couple of days' worth of listening on one charge! The cards are not paper cards like I initially thought. They are durable plastic cards. It’s easy for my 2-year-old and 3-year-old to use. The variety of cards is fantastic as well! I was so happy they have Disney and Paw Patrol options! I highly recommend this little audio player!" —Morgan

"My 4-year-old and 2-year-old both live on their Yoto Minis. They both figured out how to operate them before I did, haha. They are very user-friendly. They have helped so much with "nap time" or "quiet time" in our house. I can't wait to get more cards for them. There are educational cards that are fun for them to listen to, and also story and music cards as well!! I can't recommend the Yoto Mini enough!" —Cadance

Get it from Amazon for $69.99.

7. A pair of Totes splash and play clogs for keeping your kids' feet safe and sparing you the trouble of 100 hours of shoe-cleaning time. These are a breeze to rinse off in the sink or with a hose, so no more fretting about puddles in parking lots or muddy holes in the park.

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My fam is a BIG fan of Totes because they are durable, easy to clean, and come in MUCH better prices than some of those other Big Name plastic shoe competitors. Plus, they come in SUPER CUTE colors for adults, too, not just for the kiddos!

Promising review: "I love these shoes!! We've used other big brands and these are our favorites! I especially love that the holes are a little smaller in comparison to other brands, so wood chips can't get in as easily. My kid was able to put them on himself as a 2-and-a-half-year-old. I like that the back strap is always on, so I don't have to fight my kids on that detail." —JA

Get them from Amazon for $12.31+ (available in little kid sizes 5–12, big kid sizes 13–5, and 16 styles).

8. A unicorn Slumberkin because the most terrible thing about your two's should be having to eat peas...*not* being fearful of being your perfect 2-year-old self. Meet Slumberkins: little ☁️SOFT☁️ lovies that come with snuggles and emotional lessons at the ready. And Unicorn wants to help teach your kiddo that being YOU is all you need for 2-years-old AND beyond.

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Slumberkins is a small business started by two childhood besties who grew up to become a family therapist and a special education teacher living and working in the Pacific Northwest. Their desire to give their own children an emotionally balanced childhood led them on a journey to create Slumberkins, a brand to empower parents to be the first teachers of their children’s emotional learning journey. Their page has LOTS of resources, and there are SO MANY Slumberkin snugglers to choose from!

Promising review: "The Unicorn Snuggler was a gift for my nephew's baby girl, but her 2-year-old brother loved it so much he kept snatching it out of her bed for himself. He already had a Sloth Snuggler, but clearly one Slumberkin isn't enough." —Kathe C.

Get it from Slumberkins for $50.

9. A flower-building set (with a storage box) to work your kiddos' motor skills and help their ~flowering~ independence find a fun and colorful outlet for a while.

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Promising review: "My 2-year-old daughter loves this flower building set. She plays with it every day, and it holds her attention for quite a bit of time. My husband and I find ourselves building flowers as well. The quality is good and the colors are so cute. It is a lot of pieces, but my daughter is good about cleaning up. I would buy this again as a gift for a toddler." —Yani

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two colors).

10. A Welly First Aid Kit so you can have peace of mind for any bumps and ouchies that your kids might get on the go this school season. The colorful (and secure!) bandages are so cute that you should be prepared for your kiddo to request more than one for ~aesthetic~ reasons.

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These are my family's go-to bandages because they *actually* stick and the tins are so convenient to throw in bags and car gloveboxes. 

Promising review: "This thing had everything !!! Bandages of all sizes, gauze, triple antibiotic, itch cream, ibuprofen... I mean. Wow. I have a 2-year-old boy who plays EXTREMELY rough and have another boy OTW. I keep it in my car or in the “boy bag” as I call it, so it’s always with me. Only had to use a couple of bandages so far due to broken nails (on me and him both). He loves how fun-looking bandages are, and I have to keep reminding him that they’re not stickers LOL. They held well and got the job done, and did not pull at the skin/cause irritation, and he and I both have VERY sensitive skin. Sooo would recommend this especially if you're a mom." —Jessica Sneed

Get it from Amazon for $24.94.

11. A Lalo table and chair set because sometimes the key to less fussy kids is giving them their very own kid-size space over which they may reign. Whether they're coloring, zooming cars, or making up stories with their Calico Critters, they'll be so happy to spend their time whiling away the hours in a spot made JUST for them.

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Psst. And if you've got a kiddo who is not quite in table and chair territory yet, their high chair is equally functional and chic for smaller kids!

We've had this table for *a while* now, and my big-for-his-age four-year-old STILL loves sitting here to play, eat, and color. 

Promising review: "This is probably one of my favorite purchases for my almost 3-year-old daughter. We’ve had this table and chairs for over a year now, and it’s still in such great condition. She’s had hundreds of meals on it, it’s been colored on with crayons and markers, and it's just been used and abused in general. We have both the chairs and table in the color Coconut, which is basically white, and I haven’t had any issues with staining from spaghetti sauce, markers, crayons, etc. Very happy with the quality of this set, not to mention it looks great too! The fact that it matches so well in my living room is a big plus!" —yukiii55

Get it from Amazon for $325 (available in three colors).

12. A classic throwback Hugg-A-Planet Earth plush to give them the WHOLE WIDE WORLD at their fingertips. There's *telling* them to reach for the sky, and then there's getting them the globe your probs remember hugging when you were their age.

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I dare you not to give this a fond squish when you take it out of the box.

Promising reviews: "Gift for a two-year-old. He loves it! Asks for 'MORE EARTH!!' when he wants to play with it!" —Heather M.

"I bought this for my 2-year-old nephew. He loves it!" —Lindsay L.

Get it from Hugg-A-Planet for $44.95.

13. A can of Off! nongreasy insect repellent that is also BLESSEDLY fragrance free, so there won't be any whinging about bad smells or sticky arms and legs ringing in your ears for the rest of the mosquito season.

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Literally the ONLY spray my picky kid has allowed this year, and I love using it, too!

Promising review: "I don't live in the woods, but we get enough mosquitoes outside of my house, especially because we have a pond. So we go through a lot of mosquito repellent. This is gentle enough for kids, but it gets the job done for everyone. I feel like the formula is more gentle compared to other leading brands. It is nice to have a kid-friendly spray so that when my child's friends are over at our place, I know it is safe to use on them." —KM

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sizes and a two-pack)

14. A Big Dig sandbox digger for hours of outdoor pretend shenanigans. What 2-year-old can resist their very own mini excavator?

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Promising review: "Got this for my two-year-old grandson for Christmas. We didn’t think he would know how to use it at first, but he caught on right away. It is made well and easy to have in the house or take outside. It is his favorite toy." —RH

Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in two colors and as a bundle with a costume).

15. A b.box lunchbox perfectly suited for long car rides, swimming lessons, and back to school adventures where small humans need to eat their foods on the go. Kiss the "I'm hungryyy" chorus from the backseat goodbye for good! (Or at least be able to stop it REALLY fast.)

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B.box is an Australian brand (tell your kids Bluey says hi!) with a whole line of durable, easily washable kids' utensils, including sippy cups, baby food containers, and snack boxes designed to make your life so much easier. 

Like, yes, these are obviously a godsend for lunch-packing during the school year, but I feel like I've leveled up at parenting when I pack one of these to bring along with me on long days out, too. My son also LARGELY prefers these to generic brand boxes I've purchased in the past because he can easily undo the latches himself. Bless. 

Promising review: "Bought these for travel and my son's school lunch next year, and just used them on our first plane ride. My 5-year-old can open it easily, and my two-year-old can carry it closed. Got the mini size and it’s great for lunch and snacks. This one will fit in lunch bags. Just packed some chicken nuggets and goodies for the plane ride. Plus, it fits in the seat pockets. Love that the covers are connected and the handle makes it easy." —Bria Petriella

Get it from Amazon for $22.95 (available in 14 styles and two-packs).

16. A picture-book–worthy rain jacket for the little puddle jumpers in your life who insist that all the time is the best time for SPLASHING. (Get your camera ready because this is simply the cutest and highest quality rain jacket EVER.)

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7AM is a small business founded by clothing designer and mom of three, Rebecca Campora. It is a PETA-certified 100% vegan company that produces products that embody "style and peace of mind on the go.”

Look, I know kids grow out of things fast, but this rain gear is TRULY heirloom quality. The material is thick and ready for all manner of splashing/hiking/romping and holds up well enough to be passed onto the next puddle-obsessive kiddo in your life. (My sister already has dibs on this one, AS SHE SHOULD. It's perfection.)

Get it from 7AM for $54.99 (originally $64; available in sizes 18 months–6 years and in three styles).

17. A Little Tikes rocket ship for when you and your kiddo just need some *space.*

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Promising reviews: "The kids fight over it, and every parent has asked me where I bought it. This is an absolute winner." —Amazon Customer

"Huge hit! I bought this for my 4-year-old son, 2-year-old daughter, and 1-year-old son to share, and all three are obsessed. We’ve had it for about six months now, and they still play with it a ton. The main problem we have is them fighting over it. Highly recommend." —Cindy

Get it from Amazon for $164.99.

18. A pack of disposable table toppers perfect for airplane seat trays and restaurant tables. These make cleanup so much easier that you won't have to stress about de-sticking fruit snacks from surfaces outside the comfort of your own home.

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Promising review: "These are great for both my kids (one and three). My toddler likes to pick out different ones each time, and my baby cannot peel them off the table. They are perfect for out to eat 'mess-free.'" —Taylor

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ for a 40-pack (available in two styles and 60-packs).

19. A kid-size cordless Dyson vacuum so they can start learning the fine art of cleaning up their own Goldfish crumbs. Though the suction isn't *great,* it really does pick up small debris and has its own emptying filter so your kiddo can get the full effect of adulting at the tender age of two.

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Promising review: "My 2-year-old son loves it! I bought this about six months ago and my son gets it out every time I vacuum. He thinks he’s helping mommy! It’s very durable and hasn’t broken in six months, and my son isn’t the easiest on it! I haven’t had to change the batteries one time. It sounds just like a real vacuum. I love this little toy!" —Shelby

Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in two colors).

20. And a Melissa & Doug dust, sweep, and mop set because chores can totally be a family affair. This set gives that 2-year-old independence and some room to play (and clean!) without being a full-size broom handle that can knock over everything in sight.

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Promising reviews: "My sons always steal 'adult-sized' chore items, so we got him these and he really likes them! When we’re doing something now, he has his own and joins us. :) It’s very cute! Assembly is super fast and easy, too. Perfect sized for my 2-year-old (who’s smaller due to being a preemie)." —Ashton

Get it from Amazon for $34.99. 

21. A personalized nature hunt board so they have the perfect place to display all their findings and encourage them to find *more* cool outdoor stuff for their collection.

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Promising reviews: "Colors are very vibrant! It is such a neat idea and gift, and it came exactly as ordered!" —Tori

"So cute! Perfect for my 2-year-old." —Kylie

Get it from Hilltop Wood Shop Co on Etsy for $16.80+ (originally $24+; available with or without paint). 

22. A Baby Trend stroller wagon all the parents at the park will be envious of because it's roomy enough for two whole kids and *all* of the stuff that goes along with them. If you've gotta push a stroller, it really should have space to offload everything so you can just cruise and soothe without your back getting all hot from your backpack diaper bag or feeling like a pack mule.

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Promising reviews: "I friggin love this thing!! After having my second, we needed an upgrade. The $700+ wagons seemed a little absurd to me, so I searched for a good alternative for months. Comparing them all online, reading reviews. I’m so glad I went with this one. I have a 2-and-a-half-year-old and a 2-month-old. Baby's seat sits nicely in the infant seat sling (included!!), and big bro can sit behind. I love that it can be pushed or pulled; our old wagon could only be pulled. Haven’t tested out how it goes on various terrain, but it goes well on my rocky dirt driveway, grass, and pavement. Easy to fold, kinda heavy (fits in my 2013 Rogue snugly), comes with two basket-style storage attachments." —Jones

"I have two kids, a 7-year-old and a 3-year-old, and I wish I had bought this sooner. It does take up my whole trunk because I have a Honda Civic, but honestly, I don't care, it's so convenient. Great for walks; it works well in most terrains, def recommend!" —spider

Get it from Amazon for $149.99+ (available in two styles and 12 colors).

23. A two-sided "Rock Around" for either teetering or climbing the energy (or grumpies) out of your littles for a while. Sometimes those bad moods just need some wiggling out, you know?

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Promising review: "Lots of fun for my 2-year-old. Spinning is his favorite. He’ll just sit in it sometimes." —elissa

"Great for my 2-year-old grandson. He's getting used to the wobbling and loves to turn it over and play king of the hill and run down. Good for balance!" —Laurie Hargett

Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in two colors and a two-pack).

24. A Bluey and Bingo cookbook to help get your kids psyched about helping out in the kitchen. This has 13 recipes including Chile and Bingo's omelet, Shadowlands cupcakes, and Nana's ice blocks! If you've got a picky eater, sometimes getting them involved in the kitchen can get them excited to try new foods.

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Promising reviews: "I bought this to help encourage my 3-year-old to try new things, and help introduce cooking! He loves it! He really enjoys checking the boxes when we complete a step and watching the matching episode." —Amazon Customer

"Granddaughter loves Bluey! She is only two, but what a great way to introduce her to recipes and cooking. Nicely made, Easy to read, and great recipes." —Lorraine Ballweg

Get it from Amazon for $7.76.

25. A Target play shopping cart because it's a baby stroller, grocery hauler, and supreme block holder all-in-one. They can throw whatever their heart desires in the basket and then get some zoomies out around the house.

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Promising reviews: "The quality is great and it's absolutely versatile. My 2-year-old uses it with everything while he's playing: putting cars, dinosaurs, tractors in it. LOL." —Love it

"My nephew loved this cute little grocery cart for his Christmas present. He is two years old, and it was just the right height and lots of fun! Definitely for a younger child, I would say three years of age or less, because it is not a very tall grocery cart." —Carolyn

Get it from Target for $19.99.

26. A Solar Buddies sunscreen applicator for overcoming the squirmy "I don't wannas" from babies and adults alike. Sun protection is ~the coolest~ but getting it on wiggle worms is decidedly not. These solar buddies are refillable with your fave sunscreen, and the spongy roller ball makes even mid-swim-session reapplying a breeze!

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Promising reviews: "I was skeptical when I saw this because I know how hard it is to put sunscreen on kids...The struggle is real...But this is amazing! My kids loved how it glides on and is super easy to spread. I also tried it on my younger cousins (18 months and 3 years old), and they smiled and wanted to do it themselves! This is a must-have for any parent, and honestly, it's great for adults, too!" —Amazon Customer

"This is genius! I have a 2- and 4-year-old, and applying sunscreen has always been a struggle. They love putting sunscreen on themselves now! Recommend this 100%." —ss1983

Get it from Amazon for $15.98 (available in 10 colors).

27. A silicone ice pop mold so you can make water pops, juice pops, yogurt pops... The sky's the limit! Threenagers have STRONG preferences, and this way you can cater to them a little without having to buy boxes of cool desserts they might love one minute and hate the next.

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My fam has had ours for three years now, and we use it all the time, but it's especially beloved in the summer. (Pro tip: Pedialyte ice pops might be the key when your sick kiddo is refusing liquids!)

Promising reviews: "This ice pop maker cleans up easily and fits in a compact space in the freezer. I like being able to make custom ice pops with fruit purée and yogurt. The designs are whimsical, and the pops are small enough that you aren’t going overboard on sweets — even if you use a more sugary base. The ice pops release easily, and it is so easy to use. A great addition to the summer treat tool set!" —Jes

"Bought these for my 3-year-old to make ice pops. They are easy to use, and pop out of the mold very well. The handles are easy for my 3 and 1-year-olds to hold. Washes well. Great product!!!" —Timothy Whaley 

Get it from Amazon for $11.98+ (available in four colors and with regular or animal shapes).

28. A wooden tea set because you should begin training your offspring to love the concept of "Girl Dinner" at an early age.

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Promising reviews: "The tea set is small, but so cute and very good quality. My 2-year-old loves to play with the pot and the little cups and loves making coffee for mom and dad. ❤️" —1234

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three styles).

29. And finally, a Little Tikes trampoline reviewers love because it's a quiet way for children to spend all that excess energy without needing to leave the comfort of your (is it fall yet?) air conditioning. 

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Promising review: "We bought this for our 2-year-old grandson as a Christmas present, and he LOVES it! Seven months later, he is still jumping, and the trampoline still looks like new. Little Tikes has a reputation for quality products, and this trampoline is no exception. One of the best gifts we have given him so far!" —Kathy

Get it from Amazon for $79.99.

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