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Most kids love water and while bath time is mainly about getting clean, it’s also an ideal time for play. You may think that bath toys are just for babies but there is an abundance of products that make bath time fun for little kids, too. You can get bath slime, bathtub crayons, bath bombs with surprises inside and much more. Next time the kids complain about being too bored, too hot or too whatever, consider giving them an extra-fun bath filled with toys and surprises to keep them entertained.
1. Bathtub playdough
It’s no secret that kids love playdough. But did you know it could entertain them in the bathtub too? This bath time playdough is made to be played with when wet. Kids can make whatever their heart desires, and then use the playdough to get clean — it’s also soap! Set any unused playdough out to dry and use it next time bath night rolls around. In addition to fun and creative, the playdough is made from a nontoxic formula that is paraben-free, sulfate-free and phthalate-free.
2. Light up dino toys
Want your bath time to resemble a rave? Turn out the lights and throw these light-up dinos in the water and watch the light show begin! These toys are sealed to prevent mold and have tags on the bottom so your little paleontologist can learn each dinosaur’s name.
3. Bubble frog
Add a little shower gel or bubble bath to the frog’s reservoir and watch your kids giggle with delight as the bubbles pour out. This frog can also play music, ramping up the bath time fun.
4. Sealed bathtub toys
While bathtub toys are fun, keeping them clean can be a challenge. These toys are sealed to prevent water from getting inside, keeping mold at bay. If cars aren’t your child’s toy of choice, you can also find sealed animal bathtub toys.
5. Dino egg bath bombs
Bath bombs are fun but bath bombs with a surprise inside are sure to please — especially when that surprise is a dinosaur! These dino egg bath bombs have different dinos inside and each one comes with a matching card with information.
6. A fun little ferry boat
Turn your bathtub into a ferry port and let your kids load and unload cars on this two-story car ferry with a slide-out ramp. Green Toys are made of 100 percent recycled plastic and are durable enough to handle the rough seas of your bathtub!
7. Gooey bath slime
We all know slime is a winner with kids but most parents find it kind of messy. Bath slime, on the other hand, actually gets your kids clean. And what kid doesn’t want to jump into a gooey bath of green slime? This colorful, nontoxic slime works as bath gel, shampoo and conditioner.
8. Paw Patrol adventure playset
Paw Patrol fans will love this adventure bay tower playset with a light-up car, waterslide and Paw Patrol figures. It comes with suction cups to easily mount on the side of the tub.
9. Colorful bath fizzy drops
Fizzy bath drops certainly make bath time a lot more colorful and interesting. My kids love mixing and adding colors together to make their bath look like a “giant strawberry smoothie” or a “green swamp” — depending on their mood.
10. Bathtub crayons
Extend bath time fun with easy-to-grip crayons that are suitable for drawing on the tub! Let your kids get creative by scribbling and drawing as they splash in the bath — they can even practice their letters. Thankfully, these crayon marks can be easily cleaned away with a little soap and water.
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Editor’s note: This article was first published several years ago and was most recently updated in March 2025 by ParentMap’s associate editor, Kari Hanson, with new bath toys. This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase products through links on our site, ParentMap may earn an affiliate commission. All images are from Amazon.
