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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.

Hippo Ride-On with Lights, Sounds, & Blocks
Item: 302342
Status: Out of Stock
$49.95
12 months & up. Combine active riding, building, and storage in one playful Hippo Ride-On with Lights, Sounds, & Blocks. Toddlers can scoot along for gross motor play, then lift the seat to access 26 bright, chunky blocks for building. When construction play is finished, the blocks store neatly under the seat for simple cleanup and organization. A button on the handle activates light-up eyes and 6 silly sounds, adding another engaging element to ride-on play. This friendly hippo brings together movement, building, lights, sounds, and built-in block storage in one versatile toddler toy.
Sensory Balls - Set of 6
Item: 301371
Status: In Stock
$49.95
6 months and up. Introduce young learners to hands-on discovery with the Kaplan Sensory Balls Set of 6 - a thoughtfully curated collection that turns playtime into purposeful learning. Encourage sensory exploration and engage young ones with surface points inviting visual tracking and touch. Designed for infants and toddlers this set blends engaging tactile textures with vivid, nature-inspired colors to support early developmental milestones. These sensory balls invite children to bounce, roll, grasp, and explore, strengthening both motor skills and sensory awareness in a playful, classroom-tested format.
Bilibo
Item: 22118-MT
Status: In Stock
$34.95
2 years & up. Bilibo's unique conic shell shape and bright colors immediately appeal to children of all ages who will intuitively create games. Bilibo is anything a child can imagine. A turtle shell. A sand scooper. A water bucket. A rescue helmet. A hero mask. A wobbly, spinning seat. A stool. A stepping stone. A cradle for dolls. A snowman mold. A giant cereal bowl. An impenetrable home base for action figures. The bilbo is meant to be played with. It's made of high-density polyethylene so it's shock-resistant, weather-proof, food-safe, and completely recyclable. Plus, its rounded, friendly shape is designed to spark curiosity and inspire the imagination. Developed by Zurich University's children's hospital to engage imagination and stimulate the senses and encourage creativity. Use indoors and out, right side up and upside down. Color may vary. Bilibo measures 15.5"L x 15.5"W x 8.6"H.
Geometric Beanbags - Set of 12
Item: 301387
Status: In Stock
$34.95
2 years and up. Enrich play with mathematical learning using this set of Geometric Beanbags. Teachers can use these beanbags to design fun classroom games that get children moving and develop muscle strength and spatial awareness along with shape recognition skills. Children can throw certain shapes at specific targets, identify the shape of the beanbag before they throw it, or play in many other ways that strengthen mind and body. Each beanbag measures approximately 5".
Child's Bike Safety Helmet Size Medium - Blue
Item: 143519
Status: In Stock
$26.95
7 - 12 years. Protect children with these safe, attractive helmets! This premium helmet is classic and aerodynamic. Fits a 7 to 12 year old child with a head size of 21.88" to 23.75". Clean with mild, soapy water. Features reattachable visor to protect from the sun and other elements, 6 vents for air circulation and adjustable chin straps. Also includes Occipital Lobe Retention System for added stability.
Six Pin Bowling Set with Foam Ball
Item: 91094
Status: In Stock
$45.95
3 years & up. Roll a strike with this exciting Bright Color Six Pin Bowling Set with Foam Ball for Indoor and Outdoor Use. Children will love bowling with their friends or family indoors or outdoors. This classic activity is great for promoting fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, gross motor functions. The set includes six flat bottomed pins and a foam ball. Set is packed in a sturdy zippered bag for portability and storage.
HOP! Balls
Item: 40798P
Status: In Stock
$35.95 - $37.95
$35.95
Get children moving, bouncing, and building confidence with HOP! balls. Designed to support active gross motor development, these vinyl hopper balls encourage children to strengthen balance, coordination, core stability, and body awareness through energetic movement and play. Featuring easy-grip handles molded directly into the ball, HOP! balls provide children with an engaging way to stay active indoors or outdoors. Whether children pretend to hop like frogs, rabbits, or crickets, these movement-based play experiences help promote physical fitness while supporting imaginative play and sensory engagement. The valve allows for quick inflation with a hand or foot pump, while the durable vinyl construction stands up to repeated use. When being used, it is recommended to use on a surface free of objects that could pop the ball.
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Kickball Kit
Item: 303281
Status: In Stock
$44.95
3 years & up. Get children active and playing together with this easy-to-use Kickball Kit! Perfect for introducing young learners to group play, this set includes everything needed to set up a game anywhere. The lightweight ball is easy to kick, while the bases create a fun, real-game experience. Encourages coordination, movement, and teamwork through active play. This set includes 1 inflatable ball, 1 pump, 3 square bases, 1 home plate, and 1 storage bag.
The Anywhere Silent Basketball - 9.5"
Item: 302131
Status: In Stock
$30.95
3 years & up. Take your game indoors without the noise with The Anywhere Silent Basketball! Designed for silent indoor training, this airless, high-density foam basketball allows you to practice dribbling and shooting drills without disturbing others. Despite its soft construction, it delivers a realistic bounce, mimicking the feel of a traditional basketball for an authentic playing experience. Measuring 9.5 inches (Official Size 7), this basketball is perfect for all skill levels and standard training exercises. Whether you're working on ball handling, improving your shot, or simply enjoying a game indoors, The Anywhere Silent Basketball is the perfect solution for quiet, effective practice anytime, anywhere!
Tactile Squeaky Balls - Set of 6
Item: 83559
Status: In Stock
$37.95
12 months & up. This ball set is perfect for alternative sensory play. Bright vivid colors will aid in the development of visual tracking and three alternating textures will provide necessary mental stimulation to reduce stress and anxiety. All six balls included squeak when squeezed, giving multiple sensory alleviation options for children and adults of all ages.
Bilingual Color and Number Beanbags
Item: 302443P
Status: In Stock
$28.95 - $58.95
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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Toddler's Safety Helmet - Blue
Item: 99074
Status: In Stock
$25.95
2 years & up. Promote safety and protect your children's heads with this Comfortable Toddler's Safety Helmet for Protection During Outdoor Adventures. This safe, attractive helmet is complete adjustable chin straps. Go over bicycle, skateboard, tricycle, or scooter safety with children before they start riding. Features five vents and sturdy foam inside. Clean with mild soapy water. Fits most children with head sizes of 18" to 19.5".
Child's Safety Helmet Size Small - Fluorescent Blue
Item: 99075
Status: In Stock
$26.95
Promote the safe development of gross motor functions with this comfortable, durable helmet size right for small children. This fluorescent blue helmet will help children when they're biking, skateboarding, riding a scooter, roller-skating, and more. Use this helmet to teach children about the importance of wearing a helmet and other safety tips when using their wheels. Complete with adjustable chin straps. Fits most children with a head size of 19.5 to 21.5 inches. 10 vents. Clean with mild, soapy water.
Eco-Friendly Orange Wagon
Item: 63730
Status: In Stock
$29.95
3 years & up. Encourage gross motor development and interactive play with the Eco-Friendly Orange Wagon. Perfectly sized for children to haul their prized possessions, this sturdy wagon features chunky tires, a low-set bed, and a rope handle that tucks inside for convenient storage. Use it indoors or outdoors in the classroom, playroom, backyard, or at the beach. The wagon is easy to clean and dishwasher safe, and it is made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic with no BPA, PVC, or phthalates. Measures 15"L x 9.75"W x 9.5"H.
Skip and Swing Ball Activity Set
Item: 91110
Status: In Stock
$43.95
5 years & up. Get moving with this engaging Skip and Swing Ball Activity Set. This activity is perfect for promoting gross motor skills, color recognition, cause and effect, and hand-eye coordination. Simply put your ankle in the ring and swing your leg to get the ball moving. Encourage your children to take turns using the swing balls. Set of 6 with assorted colors. 18"L cord and 5.5"D ankle ring.
Ring Toss Game
Item: 19843
Status: In Stock
$32.95
3 years & up. Try to pitch the rings through the pegs to earn a high score! This Ring Toss Game features a sturdy, wooden base with five pegs and labeled numbers for scorekeeping along with rings to toss. Playing this classic game of ring toss supports the development of hand-eye coordination, precision, and accuracy. Test your skills in solo play or incorporate some friendly competition to your game. Ideal for indoor and outdoor play. Included: Pegged Base and 4 Plastic Rings.
Little Tikes TotSports™ T-Ball Set
Item: 63690
Status: In Stock
$34.95
18 months & up. Encourage your future athlete with this exciting Little Tikes TotSports™ T-Ball Set for Gross Motor Skills. This T-Ball set is adjustable so that the height is at the perfect level for your little one. This activity helps improve batting skills, gross motor skills, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination. Encourage your children to take turns hitting the ball. Measures 12"L x 11"W x 22"H.
Push and Pull Go Wheelie
Item: 63264
Status: In Stock
$25.95
2 years & up. Get moving indoors or outdoors with the Push and Pull Go Wheelie, an engaging push-along toy designed to support active play. As children push the wheel along, they can practice balance, hand-eye coordination, and gross motor function while exploring movement through play. The simple rolling design also encourages imaginative and open-ended play, giving children opportunities to create their own active experiences in a variety of settings. Designed for both indoor and outdoor play, the Go Wheelie offers educators and caregivers a versatile way to add movement to playtime. Measures 23.5" high.
Cozy Pumper - Red
Item: 19278
Status: In Stock
$47.95
18 months - 5 years. Pump gas into the cars as they drive around the roads. Three weather-proof fuel buttons that make six fun sounds when kids stop to 'fill up'. There's a hose with a pretend nozzle and a credit card swipe that can be used with a special cut-out credit card. Two AA batteries are included. Made in the USA. Measures 13.5"L x 8.5"W x 17.5"H.
Corn Popper Push Toy with Popping Sounds
Item: 29834
Status: In Stock
$26.95
12 months & up. Encourage early walkers to keep moving with the Corn Popper Push Toy with Popping Sounds. As children push the toy along, brightly colored balls pop around inside the clear dome, creating exciting action and sound that keeps movement engaging. The sturdy base and easy-to-grasp handle help steady new walkers as they move and explore. In addition to encouraging walking and gross motor development, the colorful popping action supports visual tracking as children watch the balls move inside the dome. This classic push toy combines movement, sound, and visual activity for engaging infant and toddler active play.
Sponge Softballs - Set of 6
Item: 63167
Status: In Stock
$34.95
Safety pitching machine softball. PU sponge, safe for indoor practice. Set of 6. Measures 4" diameter and 12" round.
Body Poetry: Yoga Card Poses with Three Levels of Difficulty
Item: 86020
Status: In Stock
$33.95
4 years & up. Create mindful movement experiences with Body Poetry: Yoga Card Poses with Three Levels of Difficulty. This set of 16 activity cards helps educators lead children through safe, fun, and healthy exercises that include stretching, strutting, waddling, prancing, and strolling. The activities promote gross motor skills, flexibility, and balance while offering an engaging way to take a mindfulness moment. Cards are divided into easy, intermediate, and challenging categories, with colors indicating intensity level. An easy-to-follow guide helps children learn how to warm up and perform yoga poses.
Musical Scarves & Physical Activity CD Set
Item: 48086
Status: In Stock
$47.95
3 years & up. These scarves and music CD activities encourage creative and musical expression, imaginative play, color recognition, gross motor skills, and collaborative work. Children will love waving their bright-colored scarves through the air as they follow along to an activity or freestyle. These activities also address tactile, auditory, visual, and kinesthetic skills. Set includes individual and group activities, 12 scarves, and 1 CD.
Child's Bike Safety Helmet Size Small - Red
Item: 143518
Status: In Stock
$25.95
5 - 7 years. Protect children with these safe, attractive helmets! This premium helmet is classic and aerodynamic. Fits average 5 to 6 year old child with a head size of 19.68" to 21.88". Clean with mild, soapy water. Features reattachable visor to protect from the sun and other elements, 6 vents for air circulation and adjustable chin straps. Also includes Occipital Lobe Retention System for added stability.