Kids of All Ages Have So Much Fun with Active Play Kicking around a soccer ball, playing catch or tag, dancing, climbing, tossing a frisbee, chasing bubbles, or playing a game outdoors. Whatever the choice of activity, we know that...
Welcome to your one-stop page for planning an unforgettable summer full of outdoor toys, games, and community spirit. In this guide, we’ll map out five adventure stops—from outdoor exploration to sensory toys—that turn your yard or neighborhood into a playground. Along the way, we’ll highlight top summer toys at Boing! Toy Shop, share DIY tips, and show how every purchase gives back to the Jamaica Plain neighborhood.
With options for all ages, from free DIY ideas to top-quality scooters, we'll help you find the perfect summer toys for your price range. Ready to create a summer of fun and games? Let’s go!
In the early months of the year, we hover between the bustle of the holiday season and the excitement of spring and the warmer weather to come. The weather here in Massachusetts is at best unpredictable, and often wet,...
Scooters have been one of our best selling product types for years, appealing to kids of all ages, shapes, and sizes. Around Jamaica Plain, we see scooters out and about from spring through fall (and occasionally in winter too!). After trying a bunch of different kinds of kids’ scooters over the years, we landed on Micro Kickboard as our scooter brand of choice. Why, you ask?
Here are the top 6 reasons we love Micro scooters..
We’ve been selling Micro scooters for almost 10 years now and I can’t remember a single one being returned for a quality issue. ...
What activities can you do outside if you don’t have a yard to play in?
Plenty!
Don’t worry. There are lots of options for those who are working with smaller outdoor spaces. From bubbles to bug keepers to jump ropes and outdoor games, there’s bound to be something for everyone. A lot of these smaller-space outdoor activities work indoors too, so the fun can keep going even when you come inside. Keep reading for our recommendations.
