The 10 Best Outdoor Toys For 9-Year-Olds

Looking for the perfect gift for an active 9-year-old? This list is the place to look. In this roundup of some of the best outdoor toys for 9-year-olds, you’ll find everything from engaging, active play toys to creative opportunities and two-player entertainment. There are also numerous options for encouraging young athletes with toys that can easily be used in the great outdoors. Some of these toys are best used at night. That's what you can see in their LED light-up and glow-in-the-dark abilities!

With these fantastic outdoor-friendly toy options, you’ll be ready for any holiday gifting opportunity or birthday party. From a rocket launcher to two-player ball games, check out the 3-in-1 sports set, foldable basketball hoop, and flying orb ball. There is truly something for everyone, and active 9-year-olds will love these gifts. Let's get into the fun details of this great gift guide for 9-year-olds. So, which one will you choose? Read on as we do a deep dive into some of the best outdoor toys for 9-year-olds.

Active Play Toys

Let's start off with some great toy ideas that will encourage active play, creativity, and engagement with the outdoors. Get that extra energy out on a super cool pogo stick, or play a game of paddle ball toss and catch with a friend. Take your pick from these great active play toy options!

1. CUUGO LET'S GO! Pogo Stick

Jump high with this super fun CUUGO LET'S GO! Pogo Stick. It comes in all colors and color combinations. From pink, blue, and red to green, blue, and rosy pink, this gift is customizable, easy to use, and a great energy outlet. This activity helps with motor control, concentration, and balance. This toy is sturdy, flexible, made from quality material, and can support up to 250 lbs. It won't damage the floors, but outside, it's even more fun with a durable rebounding bounce and plenty of height!

2. Rocket Launcher for Kids

Next up, check out this unique rocket launcher for kids. The kit comes with a rechargeable rocket, a rocket launcher, and hours of fun to be had. Switch the launcher between two different height modes to reach between 100-200 feet with a flight time between 4-8 seconds. As for landing? There's a built-in parachute that deploys once the rocket has finished its flight. So, no one below needs to worry. This great toy is rechargeable and also battery-powered. For even more fun, turn on the cool LED lights. You can launch it in the dark! What a great gift to inspire a new generation of future NASA astronauts.

3. LED Arrow Helicopter Flying Toy

Another great light-up outdoor toy option is the LED Arrow Helicopter Flying Toy. These slingable helicopters have a blue LED flash that will be easy to spot against a dark sky. This set comes with 30 helicopters and 30 launchers, just in case one gets lost along the way. All you need to do is fold the helicopter wings and hook it up to the launcher. These are such an easy, fun, and unique gift on this list of some of the best outdoor toys for 9-year-olds.

4. Toss and Catch Game for Kids

For multi-person play, try this Toss and Catch Game for Kids. Made from high-quality materials, this toy is waterproof, durable, and super fun to use. This toy can be used for numerous games, from badminton and tennis to baseball and other two-player toss-and-catch games. Set up on a lawn or just out in the backyard and enjoy hours of back-and-forth fun. Featured on ABC, NBS, FOX, and CBS News, this product is commended for its versatility and capability in providing hours of entertainment.

5. Bird Feeders Kids Arts and Crafts Kit

Gift this Bird Feeders Kids Arts and Crafts Kit for a creative outlet and outdoor option. Do this activity indoors or outside on a blanket! Not only does the recipient of this cool gift get to paint and customize their own birdhouse, but they also get to hang it outdoors and watch the birds enjoy it. This kit comes with two easy-to-build bird feeders, acrylic paint, paintbrushes, stickers, and string. Paint and decorate to your heart's delight. And, once it's done simply hang it from the nearest tree. Bird seed will need to be bought separately, but what fun you'll have with the process of making this!

6. CFPL-CG Flying Orb Ball

And lastly, but never least, check out this CFPL-CG Flying Orb Ball. It's actually powered by an AI smart chip! You control this unique gift with multiple flight modes—the lightweight ball floats, spins, and flies. You can also use it like a boomerang. And it lights up, so it looks a bit otherworldly the whole time you're using it! This toy is rechargeable and lasts for 30 minutes of straight use. It's easy to use, fun to play with, and made from child-safe, high-quality materials. Have fun!

Athletic Toys

Next up in the round-up, check out this series of athletic toys to get any 9-year-old excited about playing outside. Take your pick from a couple of great light-up balls, a hover soccer toy, an adjustable basketball stand, and more. All of these toys are sure to encourage some fun exercise and sportsmanship building. Read on to learn more about these great toy options.

7. HopeRock 3-in-1 Hover Soccer Ball Hockey Bowling Set

Starting off strong with this 3-in-1 Hover Soccer Ball Hockey Bowling Set; that's right, it comes with three different games all in one! This great toy set includes a hover soccer ball that glides easily, two foam goals, a battery-powered/rechargeable hockey puck, hockey sticks, bowling pins, and an inflatable soccer ball. There are simply so many ways to use this toy. Knock over the bowling pins with the inflatable soccer ball, practice your hockey skills with the puck and hockey sticks, and play some evening soccer with the LED light-up hover soccer ball. Use the goals for numerous variations on these classic sporting games. For a bit of fun, why not make up your game as you go? Made from high-quality material, this toy is very child-safe. Even the edges of the foam goal are curved to prevent injury.

8. Light Up Football

How about some evening football? Or a game of catch? It's even easier with this light-up football. This toy is the same weight and size (6) as a regular football, but it has built-in LED lights that make it easy to throw around on darker nights. This battery-powered toy lasts for 30 hours before the batteries need changing. Made from high-quality, durable material, you can use it for hours of fun!

9. Height Adjustable Basketball Hoop Stand

For another athletic option, check out this Height Adjustable Basketball Hoop Stand. As the title suggests, this toy is easily portable and height adjustable. So you can get this for a 9-year-old, who can use it for quite a few years as they grow. In terms of the materials, the net brace and pole are sturdy steel; the backboard is a polyethylene blend that won't crack or weather. The net is nylon and machine washable. Play without it in the rain or to practice your trick shots. To adjust the setup, use the pole's telescoping mechanism, making it easily adjustable between 5.5-7 feet. Fill the base of the stand with water or sand to increase stability. This makes this a safe and easy setup to learn basketball and hone your skills.

10. Slackline Pulley for Kids & Adults

Check out this Slackline Pulley for Kids & Adults, which is for sure one of the best outdoor toys for 9-year-olds. Adults will want a go on it, too! Set this up outdoors with enough space for lots of fun, and enjoy the added features of a zip line, monkey bar, and tree protectors. The slackline is 52 inches across. It comes with its own carrying bag. This setup holds up to 6000 lbs! Adult supervision is recommended as your young gymnasts learn the ropes, literally. This set is great training in terms of balance, concentration, athleticism, and flexibility. Who wouldn't have fun on an afternoon of slacklining?

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