Little Tikes Anchors Away Pirate Water Playset. Outdoor Garden Toy, Safe & Portable Kids Table. Sensory Toy for Garden Games, Encourages Creative Play, For Ages 24 Months+

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The Little Tikes Deluxe Easy Store Sand & Water Table is a versatile play station that can be used as a mini sand pit, a water play table and, with the lid on, a nifty craft table too, which is an extra bonus. It’s robust enough to be used outside yet perfectly proportioned for indoor use too. It’s the perfect height for a toddler to stand at, while older kids will find plenty of room underneath to kneel or sit comfortably. Knowing the best water table to buy depends on your children's age and interests. There are some brilliant, themed tables, but the practicalities are essential too if you’re to see value for money. Here are a few things to consider before you buy: Lids and covers: A securely fitted top or cover will protect your water table from cats using it as a litter tray, fallen leaves and twigs and the weather. Budget models often need extra weight on top of the lid to keep it watertight; a bag of sand is helpful for that.

Bigger isn’t always better. If you have a young baby just barely standing, a small, low-profile water table might be the best, and safest, option. But if you have multiple kids or often host playdates, you may want a larger option that suits a wider range of ages and can accommodate more hands simultaneously. The most played with by my 2 DC have been the sand and water table and mud kitchen.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user APurpleSquirrel) Our verdict Stagnant water is smelly, unsightly, and a health hazard, and even fresh water can be unpleasant after a day of play, especially when combined with sand. Therefore, most water tables will either have plastic tubs that can be removed and the water tipped out or a convenient plug through which you can drain the water after each use.Age: From 36 months to 10 years| Size: ‎ ‎64 x 62 x 10 cm | Capacity: Not specified | Material: Plastic tray and steel frame| Cover: No | Accessories included: None What we love This Picnic Table and Sandpit is a fantastic idea for small gardens as it combines seating and playtime for up to four children. It’s beautifully made and will look fab in your garden or on a patio. Which are best, paddling pools or water tables? The answer will depend on you and your child (or you might decide on both!). A paddling pool provides hours of physical activity and fun, while a water table encourages quieter, more creative play. Perhaps you're researching the best outdoor toys for your garden, and are weighing up the pros and cons of toys such as trampolines, mud kitchens and climbing frames. With our handy round-ups, based on authentic recommendations from real parents and curated by expert writers, we've got you covered. Bath toys, plastic gardening tools like watering cans and simple plastic cups of different shapes, sizes and colours are all great options for toddlers. Pots, pans and plastic food are also fab for little ones who enjoy pretending to cook; their imagination will no doubt lead them to include the sand that might be on the other side of the table. Foam soap and bath gels which older children can sculpt and squidge is another fun choice. How do I clean a water table? With its pirate characters and accessories, the Little Tikes Anchors Away Pirate Ship is one of the best water tables for pirate fans and high seas adventures. Shaped like a pirate ship, the pirate-themed water table comes with all the accessories any pirate captain would need for some pirating and sea-faring expeditions.

DS also loves this Aquaplay set. It folds in half so is portable and has had loads of play. We often take it with us when away too.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user PurpleCrazyHorse) Our verdict Develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills to fling critters onto the lily pad with the launchers or hook critters with the fishing pole or fishing net. Use the water cup to fill the fishbowl and watch how it tips over when full; the water splashes down in a wave! I got this for my two-and-a-half-year-old. He is enjoying it. It's not the fanciest one and is a little basic but it does the job well. It depends on how much you want to spend. It comes with a cover which is useful and the little spade, fork, boats etc.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user eyesbiggerthanstomach) Our verdict Age: From 6 months to 12 years | Size: H 14.6; W 44. 5; D 9.8 cm | Capacity: Not specified | Material: FSC wood and plastic tubs | Cover: Yes | Accessories included: None What we love The combination sand and water table allow for creative and imaginative play and hours of fun. The Little Tikes Sandy Lagoon Sand And Water Table set includes these cool accessories: two characters, one cup, two inner tubes, a shovel, and a custom-fit plastic cover. Top FeaturesJust a tip, I don't use sand and water at the same time on different sides, or it becomes one big slush as my one tips sand into water and vice versa. One day is the sand day, and another is water day!” (Useful advice from Mumsnet user eyesbiggerthanstomach) Stagnant water is especially grim! Most tables have plugs through which they can be drained without fuss. The sand and water tubs can usually be removed entirely on simple tables without many attached toys. Plastic is easy to clean with hot soapy water, and if you choose a wooden model, ensure the wood has been treated and maintained every two years. This article was written by Brigitt Earley, a freelance writer who has spent the last 10-plus years researching the best home goods for various digital publications, including The Spruce and Good Housekeeping. Brigitt has four kids—all under the age of three—so it’s fair to say she’s spent her fair share of time facilitating afternoons playing at water tables. Her family has a Little Tikes water table, though she’s definitely lusting over the more refined option from Crate & Barrel. Children should always be supervised when they are playing with or near water. We recommend draining the water out of your table when each playtime is over. A secure lid or cover will prevent cats from pooping in the sand and sharp debris from getting in. It’s also essential to keep the toy as clean as possible to avoid a build-up of bacteria. Where do you put a water table?