The Spibelt is the miniature version of a fanny pack, the perfect size for a house key and a couple of bucks, even an iPod. Kids' belts come in different designs, including pink plaid, polka dots or skulls. $14.95, at Spibelt.com.

The Treasure Chest Pets are a combination stuffed animal pillow and treasure box. Compartments of the body are designed for jewelry, CDs, DVDs, MP3 player and more, depending on which design you choose. The head of each detaches for use as a pillow. Six designs to choose from, such as Treasure Chest Monkey or Media Chest Horse. $19.99 each, at mytcpets.com.

This backpack is for kids who want to stick out - literally - from the crowd. The Spiketus Rex from MadPax looks like a neon dinosaur - the backpack is covered with soft fabric spikes. In eight colors, including lime, orange peel and purple people eater. $60, at babybox.com.

Going on a trip and need to keep your child entertained? Check out TravelKiddy.com. The site sells several different bags filled with entertaining, age-related items. A bag for a 6- to 9-year-old, for instance, has stickers, a puzzle book, crayons and a variety of small toys for $34.95.

From celebrating America's 250th birthday to a new ride at Adventureland, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday lifestyle editor Meghan Giannotta have your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook. Credit: Newsday/Howard Schnapp, Kendall Rodriguez, Drew Singh; Anthony Florio, Randee Daddona, Morgan Campbell, Debbie Egan-Chin

Get ready for sun and fun with NewsdayTV's summer FunBook special! From celebrating America's 250th birthday to a new ride at Adventureland, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday lifestyle editor Meghan Giannotta have your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook.

From celebrating America's 250th birthday to a new ride at Adventureland, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday lifestyle editor Meghan Giannotta have your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook. Credit: Newsday/Howard Schnapp, Kendall Rodriguez, Drew Singh; Anthony Florio, Randee Daddona, Morgan Campbell, Debbie Egan-Chin

Get ready for sun and fun with NewsdayTV's summer FunBook special! From celebrating America's 250th birthday to a new ride at Adventureland, NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday lifestyle editor Meghan Giannotta have your inside look at Newsday's summer FunBook.

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