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While outdoor play is often associated with summer sunshine, the colder months offer a unique opportunity for kids to enjoy fresh air and outdoor activities.
With the right toys and games, wintertime fun can be just as magical—and even more memorable.
Whether you're looking to transform your backyard into a snowy wonderland, encourage active play, or introduce winter-themed learning, there are plenty of outdoor toys designed to make the most of chilly days.
From sleds and snowball makers to creative STEM toys that embrace the wonders of nature in winter, there's something for every child to enjoy. These toys not only inspire movement and creativity but also promote sensory experiences and hands-on learning in the frosty outdoors.
Take a look below!
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Best outdoor winter toys for toddlers
Step2 Push Around Sled
Price: $79.99 · From Amazon
These toddler-friendly sleds let kids experience the snow with a safe and stable ride, thanks to an attached handle for parents to guide them.
Kid Snow Shovel with Handle
Price: $9.99 · From Walmart
Lightweight and designed for small hands, these shovels are great for sensory play and practicing motor skills.
Snow Mold
Price: $15.99 · From Amazon
With animal or gnome-shaped molds, toddlers can create fun sculptures in the snow.
Fake Snowballs
Price: $22.95 · 14% Savings
From Amazon
Original: $26.95
Soft snowballs made for indoor and outdoor use can help toddlers take in the fun without the risk of getting hurt.
Best outdoor winter toys for kids
Snowman Family Kit
Price: $49.95 · From L.L. Bean
Complete with tiny hats, scarves and accessories, this kits encourage creative outdoor play.
Snow Markers
Price: $21.99 · From Amazon
Fill these bottles with the included coloring and water to let kids "paint" their winter landscape.
Lake Placid Adjustable Ice Skate
Price: $49.99 · From Amazon
Introduce kids to the joys of skating with skates that grow with their feet and can be used on frozen ponds or backyard rinks.
Flexible Flyer F26 Foam Snow Saucer Sled
Price: $38.93 · From Walmart
Durable and high-speed snow saucers are perfect for thrilling downhill sledding adventures.
FUNBOY & Hot Wheels 50" Kids Inflatable Skimobile
Price: $59 · From Amazon
This stylish and durable inflatable snowmobile with grooved handles offers a thrilling downhill ride, combining speed and control for snowy adventures.
Kiwi Co. Ice Skating Rink
Price: $39.95 · From Kiwi Co
While technically not an outdoor toys this creative STEM project that lets kids build a miniature ice rink and learn about physics while enjoying a hands-on winter-themed activity.
Best outdoor winter toys for tweens and teens
OutdoorMaster Ski Goggles
Price: $26.99 · From Amazon
These goggles combine style with practicality, providing clear vision for skiing, sledding or snowboarding.
The Original Geospace Sledsterz Kids
Price: $49.99 · From Amazon
Lightweight and beginner-friendly boards are perfect for teens who want to learn snowboarding on gentle slopes.
Snow Scooter E-Joy Scooter
Price: $47.99 · From Wayfair
This two-piece combo snow sled with a grip handle combines the thrill of skiing and scootering, providing a unique and dynamic way for teens to enjoy the snow.
Original Fun Factory Snowball Launcher
Price: $7.50 · 50% Savings
From Kohl's
Original: $15
This high-powered snowball launcher takes snowball fights to the next level.
