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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We have this Little Tikes sand and water table. It's good because it has both plus a lid to keep cats out. Looks a bit random folded closed but is brilliant when unfolded.” (Water table with lid suggested by PurpleCrazyHorse) Our verdict Accessories, toys and tools: Most water tables will come with attached toys and accessories like watering cans, creatures and pouring cups. What's included should be durable and add something to the quality of the play, like pirate characters with the Little Tikes Anchors Away set. Always ensure the accessories in the picture of the toy you’re interested in are included in the price.

The Step2 Rain Showers Splash Pond water table is one of the best water tables for cause-and-effect STEM play and family fun; kids won’t get bored with the many activities and places to play. 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? Sometimes the weather is just not right for playing outdoors. Or perhaps your home does not lend itself to water play. In that case, the Little Tikes Garden Table is a perfect semi-dry alternative to a water table for kids. While the flower basin can be filled with water, the garden table can be just as fun for children and toddlers dry as it is wet. Including flower pots, soil discs, flowers, trays, a rake, shovel, and watering can, there is plenty of indoor fun to be had. Top Features Age: From 18 months +| Size: ‎H 46; W 69; L 69 cm | Capacity: Not specified | Material: Anti-UV plastic | Cover: No | Accessories included: One red boat toy; two sand moulds; one shovel; one rake What we love

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. 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 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.

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. Age range: Some water tables can be used without the legs, which would suit the needs of small toddlers; others have adjustable height legs that make it easy for taller children to play. The features, toys and tools are vital to think about too. For example, little ones will be thrilled to simply tip water in and out of a cup, whereas older children will enjoy more scientific tools and gadgets such as pulleys, pumps and waterfalls.

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: The center mast is a constant-flow water fountain. Kids add water to the crows’ nest to activate the spinning accessories; the battery-operated pump creates the continuous flow of water. Its sturdy design ensures stability and no tipping during play. Leave the sand and water table outdoors overnight, ready for toddlers to play in the morning. The custom-fit plastic cover protects the sand and water table’s sand side from the weather and curious pets. A built-in drainage plug makes it easy to clean for storage; the drainage hole is situated on the waterside of the combination table.