These fun items will make a great addition to your kids' summer camp care package.
By Amy Valm
Jul 07, 2016Cement friendships with this handy kit. The compact tin includes thread, an instruction booklet and pins. Where to buy: $14, indigo.ca
What kid doesn't love the silly word game of Mad Libs? No, seriously. We can't think of a single kid. Where to buy: Mad Libs, starting at $5, indigo.ca
There are so many things your kid can do with these two-way, mini walkie-talkies and he'll love you for that. Just don't forget to pack the batteries! $18, urbanoutfitters.com
It's like a game of 20 questions, but camp style! This kit comes with 42 camp question cards that will surely help break the ice between your kid and her fellow campers. $17, amazon.ca
Want to send your kid a party in a box? Include this 44-piece glow stick kit in her care package so she can have a party with her buddies. $6, partycity.ca
Most camps allow screenless iPods. Let your kids enjoy some quiet time in style with these fun earbuds. Where to buy: earbuds, $15, mastermindtoys.com
Have your kid capture special moments on land or underwater with this disposable, waterproof camera. $16, walmart.ca
Say yes to temporary ink with these fun, non-toxic tattoos. Where to buy: Tattly temporary tattoos, $22, drakegeneralstore.ca
Rainy days were made for tricky-to-solve puzzles. Your little camper and his cabin mates will thank you. $13, walmart.ca
Little explorers can get up close and personal with the bitty critters that roam their camp. $10, indigo.ca
Fun, flashy and totally washable, hair chalk is a surefire hit. $16, mastermindtoys.com
Fun for the whole cabin, this simple but fast-paced game is fun for all ages. $18, mastermindtoys.com
Who can resist sweet smelling gel pens? Handy for writing letters home, too. $10, indigo.ca
Have your kid write down all of his camp adventures in a cute woodland-themed notebook that doubles as a keepsake. Starting at $14, etsy.ca
Kick rainy day blues to the curb with these fun glasses. $12, mastermindtoys.com
It doesn't get better than cupcake-scented scratch-and-sniff stickers! Plus, your kid can stick these in her journal! $3, indigo.ca
Rainy days call for a DIY craft and your kid will definitely love making this one. $23, indigo.ca
Making your own paper boat is fine and dandy, but it's much better when it powers up on its own to reach maximum distance in the water. $14, urbanoutfitters.com
This intricate and beautiful colouring book will have your little one inspired to learn more about the wilderness. $16, indigo.ca
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