(The Lawrence Discovery Store $19.99) This is a great classic STEM activity developed by The Lawrence Hall of Science that's fun to do on a sunny day. The set comes with 15 8" x 12" sheets and 1 acrylic overlay. For me it's the process that's the most thrilling. You place objects (e.g. keys, a leaf) and place them on the photosensitive paper. Add the acrylic overlay and leave it in the sun for 1-5 minutes until the paper turns white. Now here's where the amazing part comes

(LEGO SYSTEM $69.99) The first time that LEGO FRIENDS has focused on girls going to space. A fun build with lots of pretend play opportunities once it's built. Set comes with a Space Shuttle, Space Academy Building, a telescope, a multi-axis trainer, and four LEGO Friends characters. 8 & up. Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award 2022

(WowMazing $14.95) These make HUGE bubbles that are fun for younger kids to chase after and for older kids (and adults) to play with. Each set comes with the wand (two big plastic sticks with a rope inbetween) and two packs of bubble solution. Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award 2022 Click here to shop on Amazon

(Hearthsong $49.98) We love this set of inflatable ride-on unicorns that are fun for backyard play. You can set up a relay race with them. Each is 48"" x 20"W x 36"H and can hold up to 200 pounds. You'll need to have a pump to inflate them. The company says that they should be used on grass. 5 & up. Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award 2022 Click here to shop on Amazon