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Gross Motor Skills

Engaging children in all types of active play facilitates healthy development of gross motor skills. These skills aid in movement, strength, and coordination of the body. Kaplan offers hula hoops, nutrition and fitness activity kits, dancing fitness CDs, fitness mat, and several complete kits to meet all gross motor needs.

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Obstacle Course & Balance Path Set - 14 Pieces
Item: 300365
Status: Temporarily Out of Stock
$179.00
3 years & up. This Obstacle Course & Balance path Set is made of durable, heavy duty interlocking pieces that can be moved around to create a variety of different courses to challenge children during play! Obstacle course features 8 balance path pieces with an additional 6 obstacle pieces, promoting balance, motor planning and gross motor coordination. Each piece locks into the next, preventing the path from breaking apart during use. The balance path is made with safe materials and is safety… More »
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Youth Pickleball Paddles
Item: 301355P
Status: In Stock
$24.95 - $47.95
5 years & up. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this Youth Pickleball Paddle Set welcomes everyone! Pickleball is easy to learn with simple rules and straightforward gameplay. This set will help children stay active and healthy with a game that provides a full-body workout without being too strenuous.
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Picoo - Set of 12
Item: 300528
Status: Temporarily Out of Stock
$2,399.95
4 years & up. Welcome to Picoo! Hand-held controllers you can play with indoors or out. Picoo is unique in that it promotes physical activity and social interaction among children. Children can use technology while interacting with their friends. And best of all, there is no screen. Picoo�s 15 games are fun and easy to play. Picco takes classic childhood games and gives them a modern twist. Each controller has lights, sounds, and vibrations. Picoo simplifies classroom management by choosing… More »
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Colorful Assorted Rainbow Cones
Item: 16033
Status: In Stock
$14.95
3 years & up. Designate spaces in the classroom and outside with these Colorful Assorted Rainbow Cones for Indoor and Outdoor Recreational Uses. These sturdy, durable cones are great for activities involving zones or bases. Encourage children to identify the color of the cones they are assigned to before going to them. These cones promote gross motor skills and color recognition. Set of 6 rainbow colored cones. Measures 9"H.
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Playground Ball
Item: 1907P
Status: In Stock
$8.95 - $21.95
2 years & up. These durable all-rubber balls are perfect for promoting gross motor functions, hand-eye coordination, and collaborative play. Children will enjoy playing games such as four corners, kickball, hot potato, and more! Encourage your children to practice their throwing and catching skills with these classic 2-ply balls. Available separately in five different sizes: 7", 8.5", 10" 13", and 16".
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GONGE River Stones - Set of 6
Item: 61444
Status: In Stock
$89.95
2 years & up. The River Stones are designed to improve coordination and balance. Jumping or stepping from stone to stone developes a child's confidence in their ability to judge distances. The side of each triangular block varies in steepness and difficulty, and the layout can be changed to make a pathwat more or less challenging. Each stone has a non-slip rubber rim that helps with stability during play, which also protects indoor surfaces. River Stones can be conveniently stacked for storage.… More »
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Step A Logs For Children
Item: 81900
Status: In Stock
$89.95
3 years & up. Watch balance skills improve after a few trips around the Step-A-Logs! Begin by organizing logs in a straight line then move on to curves and more challenging log placement. Logs feature raised dots for safety and tactile stimulation. Logs extend over 15 feet and can be moved from straight to curved position, increasing the challenge. This game allows for physical activity as well as improving the sense of balance. The six, brightly-colored Step-a-Logs are made from strong, durable… More »
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Fold and Go Trampoline
Item: 98306
Status: Temporarily Out of Stock
$129.95
3 years & up. Simply open up the frame, screw on the legs, bolt on the handle and it is ready for use. Both frame cover and handle grip are padded for extra safety and the durable frame finish allows for indoor and outdoor use. Easy to store when not in use - just unscrew the legs and remove the handle bar. Instructions and tools included. Suitable for weight up to 150 lbs. 36" diameter.
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Constellation Ball
Item: 32876
Status: In Stock
$26.95
Birth & up. Promote gross motor functions, exploration, and sensory play with the Constellation Ball. Encourage children to roll the ball back and forth between each other and listen to the soft sound of the plastic confetti inside. Ships deflated and includes inflation needle. Measures approximately 12" in diameter.
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HOP Balls
Item: 40798P
Status: In Stock
$48.95 - $54.95
Be a rabbit, frog, or cricket on these super-strong vinyl balls! Using the easy-grip handle as they bounce, children will love improving balance and coordination. When being used, it is recommended to use on a surface free of objects that could pop the ball. Comes in one color. Inflate with hand or foot pump.
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Sensory Tunnel
Item: 62836
Status: In Stock
$159.95
3 years & up. This over-sized tunnel features streamers throughout the inside for a sensory experience. Shaped windows promote educational purposes while providing easy supervision. Encourage interaction while developing motor skills, muscle strength, and cooperative play. Measures 9'L x 29"W x 29"H.
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The Fun Tube Tunnel
Item: 43431
Status: In Stock
$57.95
3 years & up. Children will have fun indoors or outside with this see through tunnel. It is constructed of a fine nylon mesh and the ends and spring is covered with heavy nylon. It pops open to make a 6' long tunnel with a 19" diameter. Collapses for easy storage. Color may vary.
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Large Rainbow Diamond Kite
Item: 250112
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$22.99
4 years & up. Experience the enduring pleasure of kite flying with the Large Rainbow Diamond Kite. With its bright colors and traditional design, this kite is the perfect companion for windy days. It's great for kite lovers of all ages, offering delightful outdoor fun and a chance to enjoy the beauty of flying high in the blue sky, capturing the cherished tradition of kite flying. Kite is easy to assemble and fly making it the perfect kite for a child or an adult. Includes nylon kite, cross… More »
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Yoga Mats
Item: 55568P
Status: In Stock
$28.95
Practice yoga and mindfulness to address stress and anxiety, and promote social and emotional learning, physical and emotional health and well-being. High performance, easy care, premium child yoga mat contains no pththalates or heavy metals. These mats will provide a stable, slip-resistant surface for a child's yoga practice. Measures 60"L  x 24"W and 0.125" thick. Available in three different colors.
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Obie Floor Projection
Item: 37060
Status: In Stock
$4,995.95
All ages. Meet Obie, the next level of interactive play. Discover games for kids of all ages to play, replay, and come back for more. Children are actively learning while being physically engaged promoting a healthy, active life style for the brain and body. Kaplan Early Learning Company has pre-selected dozens of energizing, popular games to challenge your early learner in areas such as literacy, gross motors skills, math skills, science, music, and more. Bring new excitement to the classroom with… More »
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Balance Beam
Item: WD19900
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$235.95
GREENGUARD® Gold certified. This solid maple beam fits over maple ends with our unique non-tip design. Assists in developing balance and coordination. Finished with our exclusive Tuff-Gloss™ UV finish. Fully rounded corners and edges for maximum safety. 3"H x 72"W x 8"D. Fully assembled. Lifetime warranty. Made in the U.S.A.
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Kaplan Playground Balls - Set of 6
Item: 40836
Status: In Stock
$51.95
Encourage children to recognize colors and numbers while actively playing. Children will enjoy rolling, bouncing, or tossing these 8.5" rubber balls. Set of 6 numbered balls (red, yellow, orange, green, blue, and purple). Watch their imagination go wild as they take part in games they have created all by themselves! Balls ship deflated.
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Step-A-Forest - 24 Pieces
Item: 62491
Status: In Stock
$304.95
18 months & up. Made of durable plastic with soft, non-slip surface lines and rings, this unique set allows children to practice balance and gain confidence as they explore the path they created. The pieces can be arranged in endless combinations to develop and enhance gross motor skills. Straight logs are 19"L and tallest stumps are 5.5"H.
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Hobby Horse "Rocky"
Item: 250003
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$29.99
3 years & up. Gallop over the hills and across western prairies with Hobby Horse "Rocky"! This wooden stick horse is a fun, classic plush ride-on toy. The cute horse gallops and neighs when the buttons on his plush ears are activated. Rocky features a classic red bandana and a felt covered stick for a more comfortable grip. The pony is the perfect size for little ones that are learning new skills like running, galloping and balancing. Includes 3 x LR44 batteries, so this horse is ready… More »
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Gross Motor Hoops
Item: 0755P
Status: In Stock
$49.95 - $59.95
3 years & up. Get children moving with Gross Motor Hoops. These hoops have all sorts of developmental potential. Children can strengthen their gross-motor skills by using them as hula hoops or tossing them over cones, while teachers can strengthen children�s hand-eye coordination by making the hoops targets or placing them in an obstacle course. The possibilities are endless!
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Push and Pull Go Wheelie
Item: 63264
Status: In Stock
$24.95
2 years & up. Get the fun going and rolling! Push along the Go Wheelie that provides an engaging and safe way to support balance, hand-eye coordination, and gross motor function development. Use for playtime indoors and outdoors to encourage imaginative and open-ended play. Measures 23.5" high.
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Rocky Boat
Item: 12725
Status: In Stock
$289.95
$249.95
2 - 5 years. Teamwork keeps this flip-proof boat afloat. 2-4 children improve balance by rocking down the river or turn the boat over and it's a bridge with stairs on both ends. The tip-proof boat is made from Baltic birch. Assembly required. 47"W X 12"H x 24"D. Wt. 28 lbs.
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GeoSafari® Jr. Kidnoculars Extreme
Item: 147579
Status: In Stock
$34.95
$29.95
5 years & up. Look, listen, and explore! The GeoSafari® Jr. Kidnoculars Extreme is focus-free binoculars featuring 3x magnification and built-in headset-free audio amplification to observe the world up close in a fun and exciting way. Bring these binoculars on your adventures encouraging scientific exploration and discovery through STEM-based play. Includes squint-free, extra-large eyepieces for easy viewing and a breakaway strap for safety. Requires 2 AAA batteries (not included).
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Kaplan Gross Motor Skills Kit
Item: 12395
Status: In Stock
$219.95
3 years & up. Take the fun outside with this exciting gross motor kit. This kit includes 12 sturdy 24 inch hoops, 6 rubber playground balls, 6 rhythm ribbons, 6 super 8' speed ropes,10 numbered bean bags, 4 sidewalk chalks, 8 juggling balls and 5 foam sport balls. Children can play soccer, kickball, football, beanbag toss, and more! This kit promotes gross motor skills, fine motor skills, balance, hand-eye coordination, color recognition, math skills, creativity, and collaborative play. Activity… More »