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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.

Picoo - Screen-Free Interactive Learning & Active Play System
Item: 300528
Status: In Stock
$2,499.95
4 years & up. Welcome to Picoo! With 12 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 teams for you, facilitating game play and duration with sounds and lights in the controllers. Use the included Smartsleeves to play different games or create your own lesson material. The Piccos come in a carrying case so you can charge them all at once.
Smooth Rider Lowrider Trike
Item: 62851P
Status: In Stock
$244.95
$205.95
4 years & up. Kaplan trikes are made by Tilo, an award-winning line of trikes created for the preschool and consumer markets. These trikes are built to support and encourage adventure in children, giving them the confidence to test their limits. Loaded with safety features, these trikes are available in two colors (red/silver or yellow) and backed by a 5-year warranty. Simple one-bolt assembly gets them rolling in no time! Bars 23".
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Fold and Carry Floor Mat
Item: 300481
Status: In Stock
$319.95
6 months & up. Provide a comfortable, easy-to-clean space for floor activities in the classroom using the Fold and Carry Floor Mat. Designed to be used by very young children and adults, this versatile mat is the perfect place for gross motor activities. Conveniently fold mat for storage, using the durable handles for easy mobility. Measures 48"L x 96"W x 2"H.
Rene Pierre Leader Indoor Foosball Table
Item: 300932
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$2,729.00
The timeless game of foosball! Sturdy table includes a MDF cabinet with melamine laminate. Sloped corners keep the ball in active play. Includes 2 natural cork balls. Minimal assembly required.
Clubhouse Climber™
Item: 18949
Status: In Stock
$1,205.95
2 - 6 years. A complete off the ground playhouse with climbing, sliding, and hide and seek fun. Playhouse features a skylight, steering wheel, windows, 2 slides, climbing ladder, bridge, hide-out area and crawl-thru tunnel. Children enhance physical and motor skill development, critical thinking, creativity and role play through play. Assembly required. 137"W x 70"H x 91.5"D, and weights 197 lbs. Does not meet CPSC or ASTM standards for public playgrounds. Maximum weight 240 pounds, Limit to 4 children at a time.
Peek-A-Boo Caterpillar - Purple
Item: 303172
Status: In Stock
$569.95
2 - 6 years. The Peek-A-Boo Caterpillar supports physical activity, imaginative play, and early learning. The colorful crawl-through tunnel includes a head and tail, peek-a-boo window sections, and 14 boot-shaped feet for added stability. Made from weather and fade resistant materials, it's suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Children build gross motor skills by crawling, climbing, and moving in different directions, while older children can turn into learning games with letters, shapes, and numbers. Ideal for group play, it also encourages turn-taking and social interaction. The unit disassembles easily for compact storage. Measures 56.25"L x 37"W x 48"H.
Red Fire Truck Themed Trike
Item: 86123
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$549.95
4 years & up. Encourage the development of gross motor functions with this exciting Red Fire Truck Themed Trike for Fun Outdoor Activities and Beginner's Bike Practice. Your child will gain confidence in their skills as they pedal this bright colored trike and practice towards their first bike. This trike promotes adventure, exploration, and activity. For safety, the trike includes rubber coated, slip resistant handle bars and a ball and socket fork system that eliminates dangerous pinch points. Weight: 28lbs. Measures 44" long. Seat: 15.5"H. Handlebar: 26.5"H.
Classroom Cruiser PreK through 2nd Grade
Item: 37097
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$1,200.95
3 - 8 years old. The Classroom Cruiser is designed to provide opportunities for children, grades PreK-2, to self-regulate through movement without having to leave or disrupt the class. It is ideal for inclusive environments and helps kinesthetic learners and any child who needs to get the wiggles out so they can refocus and engage in learning. It has a quiet drivetrain to minimize distractions, fully adjustable for the safest ergonomics, and very low maintenance.
Yellow School Themed Bus Trike
Item: 86124
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$549.95
4 years & up. Encourage the development of gross motor functions with this exciting Yellow School Themed Bus Trike for Fun Outdoor Activities and Beginner's Bike Practice. Your child will gain confidence in their skills as they pedal this bright colored trike and practice towards their first bike. This trike promotes adventure, exploration, and activity. For safety, the trike includes rubber coated, slip resistant handle bars and a ball and socket fork system that eliminates dangerous pinch points. Weight: 28lbs. Measures 44" long. Seat: 15.5"H. Handlebar: 26.5"H.
Kaplan 14" Get Movin' Trike
Item: 62849P
Status: In Stock
$264.95
$205.95
4 years & up. Promote the development of your child's gross motor functions with this exciting Kaplan 14" Get Movin' Trike for Fun Outdoor Activities. Kaplan trikes are made by Tilo, an award-winning line of trikes created for the preschool and consumer markets. These trikes are built to support and encourage adventure in children, giving them the confidence to test their limits. Loaded with safety features, these trikes are available in two colors, red/silver and yellow. A simple one-bolt assembly gets them rolling in no time! 5 year warranty. Measures Seat: 16.75"H. Bars: 27.25"H.
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Step-A-Forest - 24 Pieces, Balance & Gross Motor Set
Item: 62491
Status: In Stock
$304.95
$259.95
18 months & up. Turn active play into an exciting balance adventure with the Step-A-Forest. Inspired by nature, this gross motor activity set encourages toddlers and young children to build balance, coordination, and confidence as they step, climb, and explore customizable forest pathways. Featuring a variety of textured logs and stumps, each piece is made from durable plastic with soft, non-slip surface lines and rings to provide safe, secure footing during activities. Children can arrange the pieces in endless configurations, creating new obstacle courses and imaginative pathways that promote problem-solving, movement exploration, and cooperative play. The Step-A-Forest set supports healthy physical development while encouraging creativity and active learning. Straight logs are 19"L and tallest stumps are 5.5"H.
Kaplan Gross Motor Skills Kit
Item: 12395
Status: In Stock
$269.95
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 card(s) included. Contents may vary.
Action Mats - Set of 24
Item: 301287
Status: In Stock
$849.95
4 - 6 years. This set is designed for children ages 4-6 and includes 16 Action Mats that each measure 26" x 26". The set also features four 13" x 13" target mats for activities such as bean bag toss and four arrow mats that help direct children to the next activity. A sturdy storage case is included for easy organization and transport. Each mat displays simple instructional graphics that are easy to understand for children of any language, using universal symbols to support diverse learners. The activities encourage movement and fun, including hopping to different shapes, rowing a boat, tightrope walking, and more. The set promotes inclusive engagement for all levels of learners while helping develop motor skills, body awareness, and improved body coordination. All mats are made from 97% post-consumer recycled material. The top layer is polyester and the bottom layer, non-slip rubber. The printing is heat applied for enduring color fastness.
Wooden 2-in-1 Rocky Boat & Climbing Play Structure
Item: 12725
Status: In Stock
$298.95
$249.95
2 - 5 years. Encourage active play, creativity, and collaboration! The Wooden Rocky Boat & Climbing Steps is a versatile addition to any early learning environment, designed to support gross motor development, balance, and imaginative play. Constructed from durable hardwood with a smooth, clear finish, this sturdy piece safely accommodates 2 - 4 children, promoting cooperative play and social interaction. The 2-in-1 convertible design offers multiple ways to play. Children can rock gently in boat mode to build balance and coordination, or flip the structure to create climbing steps and a platform for developing strength, stability, and confidence. The Rocky Boat measure 4 feet long by 2 feet wide, allowing multiple children to engage together, supporting group play and shared experiences. This engaging structure helps children build essential physical and social skills through purposeful play. Assembly required. 47"W X 12"H x 24"D. Wt. 28 lbs.
Village Traffic Signs Set
Item: 98348
Status: In Stock
$240.95
4 - 6 years. Durable traffic signs for use indoors or outdoors. Weatherproof plastic with weighted base (fill with water or sand), these signs are perfect for all kinds of vehicle traffic. The realistic elements of the signs allows for more imaginative play and increased object recognition. The pedestrian crossing sign measures 53.25"H.
Kaplan Crazy Wave
Item: 61496
Status: In Stock
$1,655.95
3 - 6 years. The Crazy Wave gives kids a new challenge of ups and downs and has easily adjustable tactile sensory bridges. Seven piece set: 2 tunnels, 1 tunnel beam, 1 stair/slope, 1 straight beam, 1 textured bridge, 1 studded bridge. Includes instruction booklet. Does not meet CPSC or ASTM standards for public playgrounds.
Wonderball Fun House™
Item: 32667
Status: In Stock
$225.95
18 months - 5 years. On the outside, toss balls on roof and watch as they fall through the maze of activities, making fun plinking sounds as they go. On the inside, place balls on the counter and watch as they zig zag. Flip the balls into the house or into the maze with the included flipper. Helps toddlers develop fine motor skills with put and take play. Working Dutch door provides open and close play. Open design provides adults with a fun view of all the laughter and play taking place. When playtime fun is done, balls can easily be stored in the bottom basin. Includes 20 balls, pouring pitcher, and kitchen pot. Measures 36"W x 42"H x 33"D.
Kaplan Alfresco Modular Gym 4
Item: 47483
Status: Only 1 left
$2,599.95
3 - 6 years. Kaplan Alfresco Gyms bring physical activity into the everyday curriculum in your classroom! Each kit is a complete play area designed to be developmentally appropriate for all ages and levels of gross motor development. Made of high density, lightweight plastic, these units will last for years without fading or warping. Simple slot-and-groove connection system for simple assembly. Includes twelve items: two "U" slot-in blocks, two "Y" slot-in blocks, one beam, three stair/slopes, two wave beams, one tunnel beam, one mini-bridge, and instruction booklet.
Kaplan Alfresco Modular Gym 3
Item: 47484
Status: In Stock
$1,599.95
3 - 6 years. Kaplan Alfresco Gyms bring physical activity into the everyday curriculum in your classroom! Each kit is a complete play area designed to be developmentally appropriate for all ages and levels of gross motor development. Made of high density, lightweight plastic, these units will last for years without fading or warping. Simple slot-and-groove connection system for simple assembly. Includes eight items: two "U" slot-in blocks, one "Y" slot-in block, one beam, one stair/slope, one wave beam, one tunnel beam, one mini-bridge, and instruction booklet. Does not meet CPSC or ASTM standards for public playgrounds.
Play Up Double Slide Climber
Item: 91218
Status: In Stock
$509.95
2 - 6 years. Climbing wall and ladder with integrated hand holds assist when climbing. Large, two-tiered platform and two slides provide loads of sliding fun. Rotating steering wheel for pretend fun. Measures: 53"W x 61"H x 84"D. High orange platform approximately 27"H and low blue platform approximately 20"H. Assembly required. Does not meet CPSC or ASTM standards for public playgrounds.
Alfresco Wave Climber
Item: 86057
Status: In Stock
$1,099.95
3 - 6 years. Catch the wave as you crawl, climb, and balance on this unit. Includes 2 "U" slot-in blocks, 1 mini bridge, 1 wave, 1 set of steps, and 1 balancing beam. Can be configured into multiple shapes. Approximately 24" high. Does not meet CPSC or ASTM standards for public playgrounds.
Communication Mats
Item: 303259
Status: In Stock
$429.95
With Communication Mats, children become happy, confident learners while developing their language skills. These mats support communication, interaction, and social engagement. They also help build essential foundations for communication and early reading development. The activities are designed to develop descriptive language, expressive and receptive vocabulary, initial letter-sound awareness, fluency, and collaborative conversations.
Track and Field Kit - 24 Pieces
Item: 63020
Status: Out of Stock
$269.95
4 years & up. These track and field activities are sure to get children excited while enriching gross motor development. Builds coordination, balance, muscle strength, and control. Kit includes 6-8"H Return-To-Right hurdles, foam discus set, baton set, and foam shot put set.
Head Start Body Start Kit
Item: 20673
Status: Out of Stock
$2,259.95
This selection of tricycles and wheeled vehicles for social and imaginative play provides an excellent avenue of exercise for children. Riding tricycles is a great way to extend their gross motor development and are completely developmentally appropriate. The trikes for the older children are built for years of rugged outdoor use. They are ergonomically designed and have anti-pinch seating. Assembly required. Contents may vary due to availability.