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Summertime Fun: Top Toy Features for Summer!

The Playful Peacock

Ah, sweet, sweet summer! 


Everyone loves summer, but as Canadians, we have a particular affinity for this season, with the long darkness of winter finally being traded up for blissful sun-drenched days and summer air filled with the cheerful chatter of children playing. 


Playtime helps form the portrait of summer—an enchanting time for play, love, and togetherness, brought to life by toys that help create lasting memories. As we start to enjoy summer, it's time to unearth some top toys from The Playful Peacock to usher in a summer of unabated fun and laughter! 

Kids Love Summer

There are several reasons why children love to play during the summer:

A Break from School: Summer usually means no school, providing children with ample free time to engage in their favorite activities and explore new ones.

Warm and Inviting Weather: The summer weather is perfect for outdoor games and adventures, allowing kids to swim, picnic, play sports, or just enjoy the outdoors.

More Daylight Hours: The longer days of summer offer more play opportunities and allow children to stay outside longer. This not only gives them more time for various activities but also promotes the development of social skills through interaction with peers and family.

Sensory Experiences: Summer allows for a wide range of sensory experiences. Kids can feel the sun's warmth, the water's coolness, and the sand's texture, which can be both enjoyable and contribute to cognitive development.

Promotes Creativity: The freedom and relaxation of summer can inspire creativity. Without the structure of school, children can follow their interests, imagine new games, or delve deeper into their favorite activities. 

    Top Toys For Summer 

    We have a plethora of incredible toys to help support your summertime fun. Here are some of our faves!

    The Seashore Sensory Stones is an enchanting educational tool designed to inspire exploration and tactile learning. This set includes eight durable stones, each featuring a different seashore-related texture, from a starfish to a scallop shell. Perfect for summer!

    Our Handmade Wooden Popsicle Set includes six differently coloured ice cream scoops, two cones, and an ice cream scooper, made of high-quality wood. Each ice cream scoop features a magnetic top, allowing children to easily stack them, creating creative combinations. This set encourages fine motor skill development and is perfect for role-play games, adding a sweet twist to playtime. Plus, it's adorable!

  • The Forest Scavenger Hunt Dice is an engaging outdoor adventure game that encourages exploration and observation of nature. The large dice feature images of elements like leaves, flowers, and insects. Children roll the die and then hunt for the item in their natural surroundings, turning a simple walk in the woods into a fun, educational quest.
  • Our Coral Reef Vegan Play Cloth is a vibrant, versatile playtime accessory that ignites kids’ imaginations. This beautifully illustrated cloth depicts a stunning underwater coral reef scene, with vivid hues and intricate details making it perfect for setting up pretend play scenarios, story-telling, or simply as a colorful backdrop for playtime.

    The Handmade Wooden Camping Set is a high-quality toy designed to inspire imaginative play. Made of durable wood, the set includes a miniature tent, campfire, picnic table, cooking stove, and various accessories that are perfect for summer fun! 

  • Our Rattan Mushroom Luggy is a delightfully charming versatile storage basket. Handwoven from sustainable rattan, this adorable mushroom-shaped luggy is perfect for holding toys, books, or other treasures. With its whimsical design and practical functionality, it adds a touch of enchantment to any child's room or play area.
  • The Mini Chari Rattan Bag is a cool and stylish accessory for little ones. Handwoven from natural straw, this mini chari bag is the perfect size for kids to carry their small essentials. Whether used as a mini purse or a charming storage option, it adds a touch of bohemian flair to any outfit or playtime adventure. 
  • The Playful Peacock offers a range of engaging, educational toys designed to stimulate creativity, foster learning, and promote outdoor exploration! Each product is thoughtfully designed and made with care, promising not only fun playtime but enriched developmental experiences for children—all summer long.
  • The Playful Peacock offers a range of engaging, educational toys designed to stimulate creativity, foster learning, and promote outdoor exploration! Each product is thoughtfully designed and made with care, promising not only fun playtime but enriched developmental experiences for children—all summer long.