(Outset Media $17.99) Of course you can design your own scavenger hunt for your family and friends -- but this is a great set that has clues for both indoor and outdoor hunts. Our recommendation is to have teams of mixed ages. A perfect activity for family reunions and birthday parties. Ages: 6 & up Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award 2022 Click here to shop on Amazon

(Horizon Group $14.97) There's nothing more fun than a big juicy bead set for summer. Perfect for family get-togethers and play dates. We liked the carrying case that comes with 3,000 beads including alphabet pieces and charms. The top of the set has a staging place for planning your pieces. It also has a built in ruler so you can cut your cord to the right length. Ages: 8 & up Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award 2022

(Mindware $21.95) If you have a child that loves bugs, this kit will be a hit. There's a little arts and crafts and then you have a great science toy for observing bugs. It will be a great parent child project to put together. It comes with everything you need to construct the bug catcher and the paint and brushes that invite customization. Comes with a bug catcher guide as well. Ages: 5 & up Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award 2022 Click here to purchase the product from

Our family summer game is badminton so we were particularly interested in this set that comes with two oversized rackets and birdie. To add to the fun the birdie lights up. Now -- if you're a badminton purist -- this is not really badminton. the rackets are really big and the birdie not only has a light, but it also bounces a bit. The set does not come with a net which was fine with our testers. It's just a really fun racket set. You can buy a lower net or more traditional b