independent swimming Encouraging Independent Swimming A lot of kids are too big for floaties but not yet ready to swim on their own. In the same way, a lot of kids who are confident swimmers in their own backyards are not quite ready to swim in a big crowd or at the water park. Kickboards
swimming fully clothed Heavy Clothes Activity Kids love the chance to do something wacky and offbeat. So why not indulge their need for silliness in a way that can also help reinforce water safety skills and knowledge? Try the Heavy Clothes Activity to do just that. Go through your family’s old clothes and find some
diving board dodgeball Diving Board Dodgeball Incorporate a classic outside game with water fun by moving dodgeball to the swimming pool with Diving Board Dodgeball. The object of the game is similar, but the game play is a little different. rules for Diving Board Dodgeball… [http://www.toysplash.com/waterfun/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/beach-ball.jpg]
chlorinated green hair Green Haired Monsters If you’re the parent of a water baby, you know what we mean by “green haired monsters.” Every summer, the kids dive into the pool and, in a few weeks, fair locks begin to take on a greenish tinge. There are a few options out there, some more fun
pool Still Too Cold? Are you and your family itching for a swim, but still finding the water still too cold for your taste? Other than the obvious solutions–heating the pool or breaking out the wetsuits, you can always tack a swim onto the end of a vigorous workout. The water will feel
Easter Underwater Egg Hunt Looking for ways to splash up your Easter? How about an underwater egg hunt? But the water is clear. How can I hide the eggs there? Get creative! Rafts [http://www.toysplash.com/Category/Pool/PoolRafts], floats [http://www.toysplash.com/Category/Pool/PoolFloats], and other pool toys [http://www.
pool fun The Sink or Swim Game No, we’re not talking about your first semester of college. The sink or swim game is a great group and party game that is sure to wear out and delight your kids and their friends. It’s also possible to play a two-person version of this game, but infinitely
a day at the water ballet A Day at the Water Ballet [http://www.toysplash.com/waterfun/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/water-dancers.jpg] Want to get your kids’ imaginations and bodies moving in the pool? How about an impromptu water ballet? Forget the Tchaikovsky and Brahms and let your kids pick their own music. Have them choreograph dances to their favorite tunes
diving Diving Essentials Sometimes it’s easy to take for granted that your kids know how to do everything you can do. Remember trying to explain how to tie a shoe? Diving is one of those grown-up things that can be hard to teach. ToySplash is here to help with Diving Essentials. First
pool fun Swimming Pool Relay Races It’s no secret that childhood obesity is a big issue right now; you rarely turn on the news without hearing about it. A lot of us are concerned about making sure our kids stay healthy and active. That’s one of the reasons ToySplash launched our water fun blog.
heat exhaustion Sun Safety Sun safety is an important part of water safety. When you’re playing outside, be sure to guard your family from sunburn, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. [http://www.toysplash.com/waterfun/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/sunblock.jpg] Sunburns are not just unsightly and painful, the damage they do to
family pool chores Family Pool Chores Having a swimming pool in the backyard is good family fun, but it can also be a lot of work. But that burden doesn’t have to rest all on one person. We recommend dividing up pool maintenance chores among members of the family. Everyone can and should take a
basketball Swimming Pool Basketball The swimming pool is a great place to introduce kids to traditional team sports and also to practice skills. Basketball is a longtime swimming pool favorite here at ToySplash and there are so many options to make pool time hoop time. Swimming Pool Basketball [http://www.toysplash.com/waterfun/wp-content/
beach towel fashion show Beach Towel Fashion Show We’ve all been there. The kids are done swimming and they’re ready to come inside . . . but they’re sopping wet! Your floors are clean and the house is finally in order (imaginary play is fun for everyone, right?). The last thing you want is a bunch of dripping
charades Diving Board Charades A splashtastic twist on an old party classic: diving board charades! [http://www.toysplash.com/waterfun/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/diving-board.jpg] Divide your group into teams and create a list of ideas to act out (adjust your answers to suit the age of your group). The team on call
beach fun Sand Angels We all know that some winter sports have made a great transition from the snow to the water. Some intrepid water lover said, “Why should the mountains get all the fun?” And, to the delight of millions of beach and lake-goers, water skiing was born. Snow transfers to sand with
pool fun Swimming in the Rain It’s April, so you know what has to happen before those May flowers pop up! Yup, April showers. Did you know swimming in the rain can be a lot of fun? When you have a cool spring rain, many times the water in the pool feels warmer than the
beach bingo Beach Bingo While you’re at the beach, challenge your kids to a game of Beach Bingo! Sometimes the sheer excitement of being in a new place blinds them to some of the neat things all around them. To get them to enjoy everything at the beach and really “see” what’s
baby pool accessories Water Babies Water fun is family fun, even for babies. Even if you’re not interested in infant swim lessons, there are a number of ways baby can be a part of the family fun. ToySplash has the perfect items to get your water babies in the pool! creating pool fun for
dogs in the pool Dogsplash You know the ToySplash Water Fun Experts love kids, family, and fun. Is it at all surprising that we love dogs, too? We have so many options to make pool fun with your furry friend easier and more exciting. Dogsplash begins at ToySplash! Because there are so many things to
diving in the cold pool It is COLD What do you do when your kids insist on getting in the pool when it is cold, but then complain about it? There is the ever popular, “told ya so,” but since they’ll likely be begging to go in again tomorrow, you can teach them some fun ways to
pool thermometer The Perfect Water Temperature We were recently asked, as Water Fun Experts, what is the perfect water temperature for swimming at the beach or the backyard pool. The great thing about being Water Fun Experts and not hired pros at the golf course is that for a lot of questions, there are no wrong
beach accessories Ultimate Packing Guide for Beach Vacation Relaxation Looking to kick back and catch some rays on your beach vacation? We are too! To help you really enjoy your getaway, ToySplash has put together this ultimate packing guide for beach vacation relaxation: The obviously necessary: 1. Swimsuits 2. Towels [http://www.toysplash.com/Category/Home/BeachTowels] 3. Sunblock
fun in hotel pools Fun at the Hotel Pool As you plan your family vacation this summer, take a few moments to call the hotels you’re considering and ask if they provide any sort of rafts or pool toys for children. In this economic climate, hotels are willing to compete for your family’s business through perks like
CPR CPR Classes [http://www.toysplash.com/waterfun/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/aqua-alert.jpg] It’s not the most glamorous subject, but it could save your family: CPR. We at ToySplash love the water and we love our customers and want to help them keep their families safe in the pool [http://www.
