Outdoor Play

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All the Ways to Play:

  1. Radio Flyer Scoot 2 Scooter:

    This multi-functional scooter will grow with your little one! Introduce as a foot-propelling toy around 12 months, then transition to working on using it as a scooter around 2/2.5 years.
    Functional Language: stop, go, push, scooter, ride

  2. Gardening Tool Set:

    Interactive gardening set will be perfect for your toddler’s imitation skills. The age appropriate sized gardening tools and wheelbarrow will allow your toddler to increase their independence while working with you outside.
    Functional Language: push, dig, rake, more, dirt, plant, water, grow

  3. Little Tikes Cozy Pumper:

    Perfect addition for outside pretend play as you drive your push vehicle and bikes up to the gas station to get some gas. Have your little one fill up your tank, then ask them how much they owe you.
    Functional Language: fill, gas, pump, car, drive, beep-beep!

  4. Bubble Machine:

    The best bubble machine to add bubble magic to any space. Work on “stop” and “go” as you let your little one request “go” to make the bubbles go! Great for 1+ years.
    Functional Language: look, see, binoculars, magnifying glass, big, small, press, explore

  5. Plasma Car:

    Amazing toy for gross motor coordination skills as you little one uses their core to twist and move this bike forward! Practice “fast” and “slow” by giving your little one the verbal direction, then waiting for them to navigate moving the bike faster or slower. Great for 3+ years.
    Functional Language: roast, marshmallow, chocolate, more, s’more, together, build

  6. Step2 Push-Around Buggy:

    Great for new walkers as they practice stepping up and sitting down before they enjoy their ride in this buggy. Model “stop” and “go” as you push them around the driveway!
    Functional Language: stop, go, in, out, drive, beep, vroom

  7. Baby Balance Bike:

    A fun first birthday gift! Let your baby zoom around the house on this balance bike - works on reciprocal leg motion and sitting balance. It also works on dynamic single leg balance for getting on and off the bike!
    Functional Language: ride, on, off, stop, go

  8. John Deere Sand Toys:

    This set is great for a sandbox or just for playing outside in the yard! Engage in open-ended play as your use the trucks to move the sand or dirt around. Then find some old boxes and build something on your newly cleared area!
    Functional Language: tilt, dig, lift, fill, dump, drive

  9. Toddler Balance Bike:

    Transition to this balance bike as your little one gets proficient in walking. Set up some obstacles around the driveway and have your little one practice steering their bike through and around the different items.
    Functional Language: go, stop, bike, balance

  10. Sand & Water Table:

    Practice scooping, pouring, sensory play, and open-ended play with this engaging water table. There is a divider for sand play as well. Everything you need for lots of fun outside!
    Functional Language: water, scoop, pour, wet, splash, sand, dig, shovel

  11. Non-Toxic Sidewalk Chalk:

    Jumbo sized chalk is great for little hands as they work on holding a writing utensil and making lines and scribbles. Chalk is perfect to introduce around 1 and start with making lines and circles!
    Functional Language: draw, line, circle, scribble

  12. Gas & Go Mower:

    Push toys are great for new walkers as they learn to navigate flat surfaces first, then transition to the yard for some extra balance and stability practice as they navigate the bumpy terrain.
    Functional Language: walk, push, mower, stop, go

How to Set the Play Scene:

You have all the outdoor toys & activities, but how do you set them up for play? Our Ways to Play Guides can help with that!

If your little one loves outdoor play, be sure to check out our camping, sports & bubbles pages, too!

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