Let me tell you, this isn't your grandpa's wooden boomerang. The first time I threw this EVA foam wonder, I was shocked when it actually circled back to me - no fancy techniques required!

The soft yet sturdy foam makes it perfect for nervous parents (like me) who cringe at hard plastic toys. My 9-year-old niece caught it bare-handed without any 'ouch' moments, which is a miracle considering her coordination skills.

We've tested it everywhere - beach picnics, backyard BBQs, even during camping trips. It floats like a champ when it lands in water (which happens often with kids' throws), and the bright colors make it easy to spot in grass.

Pro tip: Watch out for windy days! We learned the hard way when one got briefly stuck in a tree - cue dramatic rescue mission with a pool noodle. But that just added to the adventure.

After three months of almost daily use (including some unintentional dog chases), our boomerang still looks nearly new. Though fair warning - one friend's did snap after an extreme throw against concrete, but the company replaced it immediately.

This has become our go-to birthday gift that actually gets kids off screens. Nothing beats the look on their face when they successfully catch their first return throw!