If your kids constantly say, “Daddy let’s go play” like he’s one of them—this one’s for you. Whether he’s chasing toddlers through sprinklers, building epic Lego towers (and pretending not to care when they fall), or turning bedtime stories into full-blown theatrical productions, this dad shows up. He’s fun, he’s hands-on, and honestly? Sometimes you’re not sure who the biggest kid in the house is.

This isn’t one of those tired gift guides full of socks, ties, and keychains he’ll pretend to love. Nope. We’re talking real-deal gifts for the dads who live for belly laughs, backyard chaos, and bonding with their little sidekicks. Let’s get him something that says: “Thanks for being the fun one.”

I’ve always searched for a practical father’s day gift guide that was more than a coffee mug or bottle opener. Since that has been few and far between I’ve decided to make one of my own. This is a list of gifts for dad and the kids, some of these things my husband has actually been begging me for.

• Pop-Pass-Catch Ball game. This is a household favorite because it’s super easy and toddler friendly. Fun for everyone. https://amzn.to/43JtN5Q

• Grilling tools. If your kids are like mine, the grilling tools have probably taken up permanent residence in the sand box. It’s probably time to get the dad in your life a fresh set that are just for him. https://amzn.to/3ZOkBvP

• Rear mounting bike seat. When Luke was about 8 months old we started riding bikes together. This bike seat made it so fun and has helped him to develop a love for riding bikes with us. This seat is an investment but has a 40lb weight limit so it will last you a while. This gives an adventurous dad the opportunity to bring their kid along with them. https://amzn.to/4dLMb2z

• Front mounting toddler bike seat. If you haven’t noticed yet, we are an outdoors family! This seat is great for an older toddler, 2+ years. My husband asked for this seat so they could do more intense mountain biking together. https://amzn.to/3FxQDpa

• Muc-off pressure washer. If you have lots of outdoor toys, you need a good way to clean them. This pressure washer is compact in size but gets the job done. It is great for cleaning bikes, cars, porch furniture, truly versatile. It’s electrical, so all you have to do is plug it in and turn it on (so easy moms can use it too.) We have had ours for 3 years and have never had an issue with it. https://amzn.to/4mLR3c7

• Inflatable water slide. Parker has been begging me for one of these. He says he will get his money’s worth out of it, getting to play on it with Luke all summer. I haven’t caved yet but maybe this will be his Father’s day surprise! https://amzn.to/3ZcNWzX

• Phone bike mount. https://amzn.to/4mRVrGP

• Phone charging station. https://amzn.to/3HoPpwS

• Hammock. For when dad is ready for a nap after playing hard with the kids. https://amzn.to/4dNtvzq

I hope something here was useful for you, or sparked an idea of something the dad in your life might appreciate.

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Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6

With love and legos,

Cara