Kids will have hours of fun in the garden with The Range's bargain buy – it also lights up, plays music & is on sale
bargain garden buy from The Range
- and it's got parents raving.
Turn your garden into a party paradise with this freestanding Light-Up Music Bubble Machine from The Range.
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Kids will be kept busy for hours this summer with a brilliant garden bargain from The Range
Credit: The Range
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The all-singing, all-dancing toy lights up, blasts music, and best of all, it's now on sale, making it the perfect pick for sunny day fun without the hefty price tag
Credit: The Range
Shaped like a charming lantern, this fun-filled gadget blasts bubbles, lights up, and plays music, adding instant magic to birthdays,
It's easy to use, perfect for little ones, and guaranteed to keep the kids entertained for hours of outdoor fun - all while stealing the spotlight with its glowing LED effects.
Available in pink or blue, this whimsical bubble machine stands at 118cm tall.
Suitable for ages 3 and up, it's a hit with toddlers and young children alike, and makes a fab addition to any garden setup.
more on the range
Just pop in batteries, switch it on, and watch as it fills the air with music, light and streams of bubbles – bringing pure joy to your outdoor playtime.
Even better, it's now just £5.99 - down from £9.99 - meaning you'll save £4 (that's 40% off!).
A total steal for a toy that promises endless summer smiles.
Grab it in-store or Click and Collect in just one hour.
Most read in Fabulous
Other Summer Buys
Shoppers are also flocking to get their hands on the perfect paddling pool to keep kids cool this summer.
The three ring pool is decorated with your kids' favourite
Home Bargains is selling a 'fantastic aquarium' and rainbow sprinkler for cheap - it's great for the warmer weather
At just £8.99, it folds away effortlessly, making storage easy for the colder months.
If the Paw Patrol pool is out of your budget, The Range has you covered with its kiddy pool for just £1.99.
The retailer has also slashed the price of a fire pit - perfect for the summer nights.
The pit doubles up as a BBQ and is now scanning for 47% less.
has been reduced from £79.79 to £42.39 on
the Range
's website - a whopping £37 discount
.
The Range has knocked £30 off its Arosa Steel Gazebo with the product now scanning for just under £90.
Customers have raved about the stylish feature and praised it for how easy it was to set up.
Free summer holiday activites
You don't need to spend a penny to keep your kids entertained this summer...
Museums
- Some museums offer free entry to some exhibits, and also host events for kids.
Parks
- Head to your local park to enjoy the playgrounds, games areas, courts and splash pads. Some even have trails for kids to enjoy.
Beach
- It doesn't have to be sunny to enjoy the beach, you can go rock pooling, crabbing, make sandcastles, or enjoy a walk along the headland.
Library
- If the weather is awful, head indoors and borrow books, audiobooks, dvds.
Cooking
- Have your own mini bake-off, or Come Dine With Me challenge.
Playdates
- Invite friends over for an afternoon of socialising.
Boardgames
- Enjoy a little sibling rivalry with rounds of Monopoly or stretch your brain with Scrabble.
Dangerous ways to cool your kids
With
But amidst the sweltering heat, there's a
Experts have issued a stark warning about the scorching temperatures water inside a hosepipe can reach when left in direct sunlight.
known for her child safety videos online on
TikTok
, commented that: 'A type of burn that we see in the pediatric ER all the time is burns from the water in the hose outside.
"
She explained in her video that water in a hose that's sitting outside in direct sunlight can heat up - and needs to be ran to release the hot water first.
This is hot enough to cause severe burns, particularly to children and animals.
It's crucial to always run the water for a few minutes until it's cool before letting children play with it or get sprayed.
But Alex Price, product manager at Outdoor Toys,
'Cold water can lead to discomfort, chills, or even
Meanwhile, the UK's rivers, lakes, and other waterways might look incredibly inviting this time of year, but these have unpredictable dangers.
Plus, many parents aren't aware how many
The Child Accident Prevention Trust (CAPT) warned: 'It doesn't take a lot of water. Little ones can drown in just a few cm of water.
'Drowning is silent. A drowning child won't splash about or cry for help. They'll slip quietly under the water, often unnoticed.'
So, what can you do?
CAPT says to:
Keep little children in arms reach when they're in or around the paddling pool.
If you have to go inside, take your child with you.
When there's lots of people around be sure to assign a dedicated water watcher.
3
Always have someone watching the kids in the paddling pool - drowning is 'silent', CAPT says
Credit: Alamy
How to survive six weeks of school summer holidays
IF you are struggling with the six week summer holidays, you've come to the right place...
BATTLING BOREDOM:
Despite hours of activities and playdates, if your kids are already complaining there's nothing to do, parenting expert Liat Hughes Joshi says: 'Don't feel you have to organise every second of the holidays. Kids benefit from boredom and learn to make their own fun.
'Boredom can trigger creative and imaginative play but you need to encourage kids to get used to not being told how to spend their time.
'Ride out the pleas of boredom. Counter it with comments such as, 'What do you think you could do?' and maybe have a list of 'I'm bored' activity ideas on the fridge.'
SCREEN OVERLOAD:
It's tempting during the holidays to rely on a digital babysitter but don't let them gawp their whole summer away in front of a screen.
Liat says: 'It's unfair to expect older kids to power down but it's important to set some ground rules.
'Set family tech rules together. If you're often distracted by your phone, follow the rules too. Maybe tell the kids they aren't allowed any screen time until they've done set chores, some exercise, or a board game.
'Are there times when you'd like to ban screens completely? Perhaps during dinner or when they have friends over to visit.
'Tech is a battleground for parents, but you have to set boundaries. Stand firm and be prepared to be unpopular.'
TOO MUCH TOGETHERNESS:
You love your kids, but being with them 24/7 can be exhausting. Do not feel guilty if you need a bit of downtime.
Liat says: 'If you're juggling work and household tasks as well as occupying the kids, it's normal to start feeling overwhelmed or jaded and in need of some peace.
'If you can't afford or don't want to send your kids to all-day camps, look for free kids' workshops so you can get on with jobs or have a break for a couple of hours.
'Seeking a spell of quiet every now and then doesn't make you a bad parent — in fact it will probably make you more positive and enthusiastic when you are with the kids.'
SCHEDULING CONFLICT:
Schedules can go out the window during holidays, but late nights and early mornings can mean tired and unhappy children.
Dr Tamara Bugembe, paediatrician and founder of Helperbees.co.uk says: 'Children get grumpy, test boundaries and become challenging when routines are broken.
'Sticking to some kind of routine during the holidays is a good idea.
'We release hormones at different times of the day and when regular meal times and bed times are broken, it causes dips and peaks in mood.
'Holidays are about having fun but an early night once or twice a week will make everyone happier.'
EXCESS ENERGY:
Make sure kids get out in the fresh air to tire them out — and make them healthier and happier.
Dr Bugembe says: 'Sunshine also tops up vital vitamin D levels which helps improve bone strength and energy levels in children. Our levels run low in winter so let the kids stock up in warmer weather.
'Letting them run around in shorts and a T-shirt is the best way to top up. Make sure they're wearing sun cream, get outside and have fun.
'Encourage them to try healthy habits such as cycling and walking. They'll hopefully get hooked and want to carry them on when the weather gets colder.'
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