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Mom’s Ultimate Summer Survival List: 10 Must-Haves to Keep Kids Busy & Give You a Break

10 Must-Have Summer Survival Essentials to Keep Kids Busy & Give Moms a Well-Deserved Break
Michelle Rinaldi  |  June 22, 2025

📋 Table of Contents

  1. Upgraded Indoor Playground 9-in-1 Jungle Gym

  2. SainSmart Jr. Fort Building Kit

  3. GOTHINK Portable Cornhole Set

  4. GYUEM 20′ Inflatable Movie Screen

  5. Venustas Beach Tent Sun Shelter

  6. Boho Hand-woven Makeup Bag

  7. Becokan Large Waterproof Beach Tote

  8. Collapsible Beach Toys Set

  9. HIHOHO Waterproof Sandproof Beach Blanket

  10. BAY LAUREL Turkish Beach Towel

1. Upgraded Indoor Playground 9-in-1 Jungle Gym 

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Transform your playroom into a mini adventure park with this wooden climber, slide, swing, monkey bars, and more perfect for toddlers to preschoolers. Its Montessori-style rainbow finish doubles as colorful décor when playtime ends.

2. SainSmart Jr. Fort Building Kit 

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This all-in-one cardboard fort kit lets kids build tunnels, mazes, and secret hideouts endless screen-free fun! Lightweight and easy to assemble, it packs away flat so moms can reclaim space in seconds.

3. GOTHINK Portable Cornhole Set 

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A classic bean-bag toss game sized just right for little hands and big laughs. This wooden cornhole set folds flat, making backyard setup and cleanup a breeze, so you can relax poolside.

4. GYUEM 20′ Inflatable Portable Projector Movie Screen 

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Turn your backyard into an open-air cinema in minutes. This extra-large, air-blown screen comes with stakes, a blower, and ropes perfect for family movie nights and rom-com marathons.

5. Venustas Beach Tent Sun Shelter 

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Say goodbye to sunburn meltdowns! This UPF 50+ cabana seats 3 to 10 people and pops open in seconds ideal for beach days, picnics, or poolside lounging.

6. Boho Hand-woven Makeup Bag 

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Keep sunscreen, snacks, and mini toys organized in this charming rattan-style clear pouch. Its breezy boho vibe pairs perfectly with flip-flops and lemonade stands.

7. Becokan Large Waterproof Beach Tote 

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Sandproof, zippered, and spacious enough for towels, toys, and snacks this tote is your one-stop carryall. Water and dirt rinse right off, so you can stash wet swimsuits without worry.

8. Collapsible Beach Toys Set for Kids 

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Tiny hands will love the pop-open sand bucket, shovels, and ice-cream-shaped molds perfect for castle building at the beach or sandbox. Mesh storage bag keeps everything together.

9. HIHOHO Waterproof Sandproof Beach Blanket 

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Lounge in comfort and keep sand at bay on this extra-large, quick-dry mat. Big enough for the whole family, it doubles as a picnic sheet for spontaneous snacking.

10. BAY LAUREL Turkish Beach Towel 

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Wrap up in a lightweight, oversized towel that’s quick-dry and sand-free. The included travel bag makes it easy to toss in your beach tote and go.

Stock up on these ten summer essentials to keep the kids happily occupied and carve out those precious “me moments.” Whether it’s sliding down a wooden slope indoors or catching a backyard blockbuster, these picks spark joy and let you relax.

 

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