Octopus Waterparty

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Kill two birds with one stone (or, as some prefer, ‘feed two birds with one scone’) and set up the sprinkler where you have grass or plants that need watering. Wanna make it even more fun? Here are some water balloon games the kids can play while they run through the sprinklers. FORGET plain old paddling pools, for families who want some serious water fun in the garden this summer, the best kids’ water sprinklers have got you covered. Sounds nostalgic, right? Well don't let the kids have all the fun. Reconnect with your inner child as adults can just as easily slide along and enjoy the water games too.

Turn the faucet to the lowest acceptable water pressure level. Toddlers and little kids don’t necessarily need the sprinkler spray to go super high—and they probably won’t notice (or care) if you keep it on the lower side. The octopus is the cuter of the two, at least in my humble opinion, with a blue body balancing a ball on the top of his head, which also doubles as the sprinkler mechanism. Once the hose spigot is turned on, the water sprays out in jets upward. It took me a couple uses to realize that the ball on top is supposed to spin, which it didn’t do the first couple times we used it, but after messing around with it for a bit, we got it working. Honestly, I actually liked it a little better when it didn’t spin, as it shot up higher than the other one, reaching heights of about four feet; when it’s spinning, it doesn’t seem to reach so high, instead shooting water out in unpredictable patterns. It’s still fun, though.Water sprays out in all directions as the top of the octopus whirls around, soaking everybody in its path. Keep the sprinklers off between 11am and 3pm, when more water is likely to evaporate—and when wet leaves and grass can burn under the strong rays of the sun.

It also makes a great garden sprinkler too as the rotating motion ensures your whole garden is well watered. The bottom of the mat has a fun underwater theme and the set comes with 10 plastic counters for kids to compete and learn to count. Step on the numbers around the pool and score as many points as possible. If there's an accidental hole or puncture don't fret - there are two handy repair patches included. It may be a little pricier than a usual beach ball, but this best sprinkler ball for kids is far better than average. It's giant in size and sprays water in all directions for additional fun. Plus, it will cool you down and water the plants in the process. Get little kids, adults and dogs involved, water the grass and cool off under the rainbow and play catch with the sun and flower blow up accessories. It's good to know this inflatable doesn't come with a repair kit. Though, it shouldn't take much of a beating, so we'd expect this sprinkler to last. Sprinkle and splash play mats are popular: think of them as shallow paddling pools, with the added benefit of having splash fountains, too.

How to install a kids' sprinkler

For the best fun in the sun you've ever had, read on for our ultimate selection of the best sprinklers for kids. Best kids sprinklers at a glance: Many are compact, so you don't need a huge garden to house them and they are great for smaller spaces. Kids grow up fast, so consider whether the sprinkler you choose will still interest them next summer. The best models have games that will appeal to their competitive side. Others are more timeless and classic in design – a style of sprinkler they're less likely to grow out of. As a rule, the more you spend, the better the quality of the plastic, and the longer this garden activity for kids will last. How much water will these best garden sprinklers for kids use? Position a slip ‘n slide so that the kids won’t run into anything hard (like a tree) or sharp (like the cactus garden) if they overshoot (which they inevitably will.)

For smaller outdoor spaces, inflatable splash balls and small garden sprinklers provide entertainment but don't take up a ton of room.

Sunnylife Monster Sprinkler

The ball is classic in design, meaning your kids are sure to love it for years to come. Still, who said it's only for kids? Adults can have just as much fun playing this water ball game at garden parties or get-togethers. Not too much fun though as it doesn't come with a repair kit like most of the others on the list, so if it tears or breaks you'll need to try and fix it with a puncture repair kit or replace it entirely. Plug your hose into the slide, wait for it to get wet and then launch yourself along the ground on your belly. The best part? With two lanes you can get competitive and race your fellow play mate. It's generally very easy to set up a kids' sprinkler in the garden. You inflate your sprinkler with air, then connect it to your garden hosepipe. Many inflatables come with their own connectors or adapters that make them suitable for most hose types. For the ultimate summer fun, the best water slide sprinkler is a reliable a go-to. Launch yourself down the slide, jump over the jets or simply run across it to get wet. What more could you ask for on a scorching summers day!

This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items. There's no doubt the amount of water these best garden sprinklers for kids require is more than you'd like to hear. But don't dismiss the idea of outdoor water play entirely. Instead consider your water usage and follow some helpful tips to conserve. Simply plug your hose into the side of the mat for the edge of the mat to fill with water before the sprinkler jets spray over the mat. It's worth considering the higher you want the sprinkler to be, the more water and stronger the pressure needs to be. Available in six sizes and styles, this inflatable pool-splash pad-sprinkler is an interactive soaking sensation, whether you choose the Coconut Cool—featuring two pool sections, a slide, an inflatable overhead water jet, and a mess of floating balls—or the Classic Basketball, which comes with an inflatable ball and has a built-in basket at one end that sprays out water to keep ‘em cool while they shoot hoops. Tips for conserving water during sprinkler fun Slip and slides are long, narrow, and made of slippery PVC. They usually have water jets along the inflatable or water-filled bumpers to keep the entire length of the slide wet. They’re like splash pads for the big kids—including adults, who also go nuts for a slip ‘n slide. Most slip ‘n slides come with at least one inflatable body board, and some have an inflatable bumper or shallow pool at the end to (maybe) bring the slider to a (somewhat) gentle stop (depending on how hell-bent they are on breaking speed records.) Babies to Boomers: Sprinklers for kids of all agesGot a trampoline? You can turn it into a waterpark with a trampoline sprinkler, which will never get old with little ones. More of a garden decoration to help you cool off than a game to play, this rainbow arch inflatable sprinkler is our best giant sprinkler for kids. Suitable for large gardens, events or parties, the arch is 2 metres high and stretches just over 1.5 metres wide. Impressive! Versatile too, take it to the pool on holiday and simply inflate with air. Ready for a “get off my lawn” moment? When I was a kid, all we had to keep cool and splash in for the summer were those metal sprinkler systems that were made to actually water the lawn — not necessarily for a kid’s use for summer fun — or those plastic pools that always seemed to fold into themselves while you were in it. Now kids have these amazing splash pads they can use all summer long, and to be fair, childhood me is pretty jealous. I’m not alone. When the pandemic hit, inflatable pools and other outdoor toys completely sold out as parks and community splash pads shut down. Kids are sure to love cooling off with this fun purple octopus sprinkler, which spins 360° – and we bet parents and dogs will love it too. Sprinklers are generally safer than kiddie pools—but smaller kids still need adult supervision while playing in the sprinklers or on a splash pad. Here are a few other ways to help keep all kids safe while they slip, slide, and run through the sprinklers.