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The Best Kids Water Gear We Use Every Summer
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The Best Kids Water Gear We Use Every Summer

I’m not a water-sports expert, lifeguard, or swim coach. I’m a gear editor and parent who wants my kids to love days at the pool, beach or lake while still respecting the risks inherent to playing in the water. This article covers the gear that helped our family make those days safer, easier, and more fun, from flotation and sun protection to water shoes, goggles, and toys worth packing.

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Best Water Shoe
KEEN Kids' Newport H2 Sandals
Ages 4-12

Keen

KEEN Kids' Newport H2 Sandals

$60.00Read Review
Best Sun Shirt
Basic Skins UPF 50+ Long-Sleeve Rashguard
Ages 4-16

O'Neill

Basic Skins UPF 50+ Long-Sleeve Rashguard

$29.95Read Review
Swim Goggles
Kids' Swim Goggles Sunny G Ages 3-8
Ages 3-8

Speedo

Kids' Swim Goggles Sunny G Ages 3-8

$21.15Read Review
Parent Submitted
Sunscreen Applicator
Ages 4-12

Solar Buddies

Sunscreen Applicator

$15.98Read Review
Parent Submitted
Swim Belt Kids Back Float
Ages 3-12

Toy Sharing

Swim Belt Kids Back Float

$13.99Read Review
Parent Submitted
Waterproof Wet Bag
Ages 4-12

Bumkins

Waterproof Wet Bag

$23.90Read Review
Changing Robe
Surf Poncho Changing Robe with Hood
Ages 3+

Sun Cube

Surf Poncho Changing Robe with Hood

$24.99Read Review
Youth Kayak
Youth Wave Kayak with Paddle Package
Ages 5-11

Lifetime

Youth Wave Kayak with Paddle Package

$129.99Read Review
New
Kids SPF 50 Clear Face Stick Sunscreen
Ages 5+

Sun Bum

Kids SPF 50 Clear Face Stick Sunscreen

$12.49Read Review

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