FOR AGES 2 YEARS TO 10 YEARS
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Most of us know all too well that the weather often gets in the way of our plans.
But rather than being controlled by it, why not be ready for it? If you always have an umbrella at hand for your little one, the rain and wind will never stop you.
When buying an umbrella for your child, you need to be sure of its practicality for a child, its safety precautions and mechanics and if it has a funky design that your children will love. Kidadl have compiled a list of the top 13 best kids umbrellas based on crazy patterns and adaptations for little hands, so look no further for the one for you!
If you're looking to be super prepared for the rainy weather, why not also see if you love our selection of the best kids' wellies and the best waterproof trousers for kids?
The iconic Hunter umbrella for kids has an easy, manual-open design, a curved handle and a very wide top to keep your little one completely protected. The design of this stands alone from other umbrellas, as Hunter have designed a hybrid fibreglass frame along with reinforced plastic. By combining these, this becomes extra flexible to withstand any high winds and heavy rains.
The transparent canopy with the iconic black moustache trim makes this kids umbrella look very sophisticated.
The REX London red riding hood umbrella is one of the many in the children's Spring Loaded Collection, with a classic eight spoke metal framework and curved, coloured handle. Suited to three-year-old children and above, this will suit any spontaneous trips out in the rain for all ages.
On a practical note, the canopy will keep your little one dry from the rain, the handle is perfect for a small hand and the rib tips stop from any injuries. Along with the practical side, the funky designs and colourful handles will make any little one want to carry this everywhere.
An Amazon's Choice umbrella, the Sass and Belle design provides an adorable dinosaur print to add to your rainy day. There is no struggle when putting it up or taking it down, so your little one can use it on their own and therefore it is practical for children.
It is also great for withstanding torrential rain or high winds, as product testers have labelled it a sturdy make.
Fulton have been a very popular umbrella brand since 1956, and their 'Funbrellas' bring a classic dome shaped with a variety of designs. This clear dome Fulton umbrella has a minimalist design of British guards in a PVC border, an iconic aspect of the Fulton products. The dome shape ensures that heads and shoulders are entirely covered in the rain, and its transparent PVC material means your little one can see where they are going when it covers their eyes.
Suitable for children, the special technology for opening and closing means there is no risk of injury to small hands.
The owl umbrella is one of the various designs from Skip Hop's zoobrella range. Available in a variety of different funky animal characters, these are a classic design and shape to use for protection from the rain.
Some of the coolest umbrellas, these have a clear peek-a-boo window at the front for visibility when covering your little one's head. It even has some 3D features, such as poking up ears, to add to the unique look. Adapted for little children, this has kid-friendly release and secure closing, along with the perfect child-sized plastic handles.
These Hipsterkid umbrellas can really make a trip in the rain much more exciting, with a watermelon, kiwi or lemon design in vibrant, colourful patterns to stand out from the crowd. Suitable for ages three and above, this is well designed for small hands, with a curved matte handle for easy grip, a buttonless release to open safely and a quick button snap to close. It prides itself on being entirely kid-proof, so why not try it out?
An Amazon's Choice umbrella, the Green Frog is one of many Kidorable funky umbrellas in a variety of designs. From this very green frog to a bumblebee, from a panda to a space rocket, there is something for everyone in these super cool umbrellas.
Designed with children in mind, these are lightweight, with an easy to push button closure and safety tips on the ribs to protect little eyes. The pop-up eyes and frog leg handle add to the unique umbrella, so you can be sure your little one will love it!
Starting off with a white unicorn pattern, as the rain starts, these change to super colourful unicorns instead! These are super cool, specifically designed for children and come at a reasonable price.
The handles are small and specially made for little hands, and the Velcro strap means that this can stay secure and compact when down too.
Swirling across the umbrella canopy are Belle, Cinderella and Rapunzel, who make a wonderful Disney design to this pink PVC umbrella. You are sure to stand out with a bright pink handle and a funky, transparent canopy, so you can look cool whilst keeping protected from the rain.
It is important to note that this is only suitable for a three-year-old or above.
The dragons on this umbrella are sure to impress any little children looking for a trip out in the rain as the funky, colourful design are sure to capture any little boy when they are browsing. The wooden handle is good for grip, the rib tips stop any injury to little eyes, and the design appeals to children. You can be sure that a Hatley umbrella is a reliable buy and will keep you dry!
There are a large selection of Stephen Joseph children's umbrellas, however, this shark is the most eye-catching of them all. With a 3D fin and tail, and a big, toothy smile, the rain won't be the only thing scaring people away. Along with this, the curved handle for little hands, the rib tips to protect little eyes and the buttonless mechanics to stop any pinching makes this both practical in the weather and cool to look at.
If you are searching or struggling to get a unique gift, why not try a personalised umbrella you are sure they will use? You can personalise this super cool unicorn design with up to 12 characters, which puts a unique spin on this shower resistant product. The lilac handle, pink and white canopy and calligraphy writing make a great combination.
It is important to note this is shower resistant and not waterproof, so would not withstand huge showers.
Kidadl Best Buys selects the top products for families of all ages. If you liked our suggestions for the best kids' umbrella then take a look at our pick of the best giant garden games, or this list of the best kids' binoculars for some more outdoor fun.
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At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world. We strive to recommend the very best things that are suggested by our community and are things we would do ourselves - our aim is to be the trusted friend to parents.
We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
Kidadl cannot accept liability for the execution of these ideas, and parental supervision is advised at all times, as safety is paramount. Anyone using the information provided by Kidadl does so at their own risk and we can not accept liability if things go wrong.
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