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Active Play

Promote gross motor development and large muscle control through active play experiences. Materials that assist in developing large motor skills such as balance, coordination, running, climbing, and jumping should be available to young children as part of their everyday routines. Kaplan offers a variety of active play materials including bean bags, parachutes, mats, and balls.

Playground Balls
Item: 301373P
Status: In Stock
$8.95 - $45.95
$8.95 - $41.35
2 years and up. Encourage both physical and social development with a classic Playground Ball. This versatile ball will help children develop gross motor skills and hand-eye coordination while also fostering social skills through multiplayer games such as four square and kickball. This multipurpose ball can serve as the foundation for limitless play possibilities. Available separately in various sizes.
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Bilingual Color and Number Beanbags
Item: 302443P
Status: In Stock
$28.95 - $58.95
$28.95 - $53.05
2 years and up. Encourage early language development, numeracy, and active play with this set of Bilingual Color and Number Beanbags. Perfect for classroom games and activities, these beanbags help children build gross motor skills, spatial awareness, color recognition, and number literacy. Each beanbag features bilingual labeling to support early learners with colors or numerals, dots, and words presented in both English and Spanish. Whether tossing, sorting, or counting, children will enjoy physical and cognitive engagement with every game. Beanbags measure 4" x 4". Available individually or as a set.
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Yoga Mats
Item: 55568P
Status: In Stock
$15.95
Create a comfortable space for movement, mindfulness, and active learning with yoga mats. These durable mats provide a surface for yoga, stretching, balance exercises, relaxation activities, and gross motor development. Whether used in classrooms, childcare centers, or at home, these mats help children engage in healthy movement while building body awareness and self-regulation skills. The lightweight design make the mats easy for children or caregivers to transport and store between activities. A slip-resistant surface helps provide stability during exercises, allowing children to focus on developing balance and coordination while also offering comfort during seated activities or mindfulness exercises. Contains no pththalates or heavy metals. Measures 60"L  x 24"W and 0.125" thick. Available in three different colors.
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Preschool Educational Activity Mats - Active Movement, Counting, Math, Phonics & Early Literacy
Item: 301271P
Status: In Stock
$429.95 - $1,599.95
The Action Mats encourage purposeful movement, active play, body awareness, and coordination through fun physical activities. The Mini Math Mats introduce essential early math concepts, including counting, number recognition, number sequencing, quantities, comparing numbers, and understanding numerical values. The Communication Mats support early language and literacy development by building vocabulary, encouraging descriptive language, strengthening listening and speaking skills, and introducing initial letter sounds and phonics. Together, these educational activity mats provide teachers and childcare providers with versatile resources for individual practice, small-group instruction, and whole-class activities. Included learning activities and lesson plans help educators integrate movement and academic concepts into everyday classroom routines.
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