School is officially out for summer. Meaning that the kids are back home. In the age of iPads and interactive technology, it’s too easy for kids to plop themselves in front of a screen for eight hours of the day for 104 days of summer vacation.

If you’re looking for summer activities for kids to gift them as the dog days of summer approach, look no further. We’ve rounded up our favorite summer gifts for kids that inspire creativity, encourage outdoor activity and of course are a little wet and wild.

Picture This- Custom clothing for kids- Starting at $40

Give your kids the ability to take expressing themselves through their clothing to the next level. Picture This lets kids bring their doodle creations to life in cute t-shirts and dresses. Simply draw your design on Picture This’ template, send in and rock your creation from now until the first day of school.

Little Passports Science Kits- $18.95 per month

This summer science class doesn’t have to end when the bell rings. Little Passport science expeditions will keep your kids minds churning with exploration and curiosity. For under $20 a month get timeless science project kits shipped to your door. With kit themes like rockets, crystals, magnetism, and hydrology, Little Passports Science is the gift that will keep you child inspired all summer long. Use the code: SUNNY for 15% off.

Design your own clubhouse with Pop-Up Play- Starting at $99

For the aspiring little architect, start them out blueprinting young with Pop-Up Play. The Austin, Texas based start-up gives kids the ability to choose through a variety of playhouse models, design and customized their playhouse via an iPad. Upon arrival, the fun doesn’t end as PopUp Play houses can be colored in for hours of entertainment.

Osmo Coding Game - A New Kind of Screen Time- Starting at $99

Coding is the language of the future. Get your kids off of Netflix and into a new kind of screen time. Osmo teaches kids the foundation of coding through interactive games and activities. They also offer a variety of expansion packs and games to keep the learning going for the entire summer.

Everything Kids Word Search Puzzle and Activity Book - $8.07

At some point this summer, you may find yourself on the highly anticipated summer road trip. Long drives + kids = no. This one hits close to home, as I myself had an edition of this exact activity book on the variety of summer roads trips I have been on. FIlled with what seems like endless puzzles and challenging word searches, hours of amusement lie within the pages. Not to mention, much to my parent’s please, this always managed to put me to sleep in the car...Just saying.

Sunny Life Pool Toys & Games- Starting at $25

Is it really summertime if there isn’t a pool involved? Sunny Life takes fun in the sun to a new level with their creative pool inflatables and toys. Whether it’s an oversized flamingo float or a game of “cactoss”(punny), Sunny Life has something to keep the kids busy outdoors for hours.

Kiwi Crate - Starting $19.99 a month

Because summer is three months long, not one, you’ll need fresh entertainment to keep the kids busy and from being bored. Kiwi Crate ships a new craft and hands on activity to your door every month. Each kit is designed to support a pillar of STEAM to inspire the next generation of innovators, scientists, artists and creators.

7 Gifts for Kids to Keep them Busy this Summer