18 Ridiculously Awesome Things to Do with a Kiddie Pool

Have your little ones outgrown the kiddie pool? Wondering what to do with one that’s worn out? Some people choose to go ahead and invest in above ground pools just to upgrade that kiddie pool into something awesome. The kids will love it, the grown ups will love it and the value of your home improves. But if you need some ideas for that old kiddie pool, you’re in luck! We’re in the same boat, so I’ve put together this fun list of 18 ridiculously awesome things to do with your kiddie pool. You’ll find everything from outdoor DIYs to alternative ways for kids to play with their pools!

Kiddie Pool Hacks You Need to Try

Turn your inflatable kiddie pool into a ball pit in the playroom. What kid wouldn’t love this? You’ll need one of these pools and some plastic balls for hours of fun!

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Or put a bubbly ball pit out on the deck or in the grass for some slippery, sudsy fun.

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Make a sandbox for way cheaper than buying one at the store.

via All for the Boys

Set up a critter pit for the kids to dig around in. Some dirt, plastic bugs, rubber snakes, etc. are all you need for hours of busy fun.

via Chalkboards to Strollers

Create giant bubbles with a kiddie pool, hula hoop and a strong bubble solution.

via One Charming Party

Take a small, inflatable pool to the beach to keep your toddlers and babies corralled with their toys. (Get more beach hacks here!)

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Put together an extra-large Easter basket for the entire family. Yes, it’s huge, but it includes items for everyone, so it’s not that over the top.

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Build a bird’s nest with giant plastic eggs and shredded paper for your little birdies to play in. Fun!

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Watch television with your honey in your own private love nest in a large inflatable pool with soft blankets and big, fluffy pillows. Or set one up for the kids if lying in a kiddie pool doesn’t appeal to you. Get a similar pool here (affiliate).

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Or put one outside for stargazing on a warm summer night.

via Family Days Tried and Tested

Having an outdoor party or reunion? Fill kiddie pools with ice to keep the food and drinks cool.

via Beauty and Bedlam

Pan for gold in your kiddie pool. Great idea for a cowboy birthday party!

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Or fill one with feed corn (for livestock) for a tractor-themed party.

via Raising Up Arrows

Provide a pool full of water balloons to have the most epic water fight ever at your next kids’ party.

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Use an old pool as a container garden for flowers, herbs or anything else you might want to grow. (Get more creative ways to start a garden using kiddie pools.)

via Container Gardening About.com

Create a brooder for your baby chicks. Pictures of a figure-eight brooder here.

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Build an easy-to-clean duck pond out of your kiddie pool.

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Or a nice swimming pool for your dogs. It looks much better when placed in ground than when left above ground, doesn’t it?

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Which idea do you want to try?

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