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Outdoor Learning & Active Play

Take learning and play outside! Outdoor learning provides hands-on experiences to reinforce key academic concepts, and active play supports large motor skills such as balance, coordination, and running. From gardening materials to outdoor sports sets and scooters, Kaplan offers a variety of outdoor learning and active play materials and resources to channel children’s curiosity, creativity, and energy.

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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.
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Regulation Size Pickleball Paddles with Balls - 4 Players
Item: 303428
Status: In Stock
$32.95
5 years & up. Get ready for fun on the court with this Pickleball Paddle Set! Perfect for players of all skill levels, this set includes four regulation-sized wooden paddles, perfect for doubles play, and two pickleballs, so you have everything you need to get started right away. Each paddle features a sleek, premium finish that feels great in your hands. Whether you�re rallying with friends, family, or practicing your serve, this set delivers fast-paced action and endless outdoor fun!
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Rainbow Cones and Covers Set
Item: 63342P
Status: In Stock
$12.95 - $54.95
3 years & up. Bring movement and learning together with this versatile set of rainbow cones and number covers. Designed to support active play and early numeracy, this set encourages children to engage in games tht build number recognition, sequencing, and physical coordination. The 12 brightly colored cones are easy to spot both indoors and outoors, while the soil-resistant covers feature numbers 1-10 to introduce math concepts through hands-on play. Perfect for obstacle courses, group games,… More »
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Binoculars
Item: 302410
Status: In Stock
$12.95
2 years & up. Take outdoor adventures to a new level with these durable, adjustable binoculars. Adjustable magnification and comfortable, flexible eye pieces make these child-sized binoculars the ultimate companion for outdoor exploration. Measures 4.375"W x 3.75"L.
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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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Scooter Boards
Item: 301124P
Status: In Stock
$29.95 - $179.95
3 years & up. Scooters are fun to ride either sitting up or laying down and enhance coordination, gross motor skills, balance, and more. Each one is 1" thick durable high-density plastic, lightweight with free flowing 2" poly casters that are non-marring, rubber composition wheel and maintenance free. Includes safety handles to make this scooter board fun to ride and gives more control. Each scooter has a 200 lb capacity and measures 11.25"L x 11.25"W x 3.5"H. Available… More »
Image of Kaplan Playground Balls - Set of 6
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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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.
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Plastic Binoculars
Item: 46931
Status: In Stock
$14.95
3 years & up. Take your observations outside with these durable Outdoor Discovery and Exploration Adventure Plastic Binoculars. These portable 6X binoculars feature an adjustable focus dial and clip on strap. Children will love bird watching and discovering cool little critters outside. These binoculars encourage exploration, imagination, and outdoor activity. Color may vary. 1.38"D lenses.
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Outdoor Clipboards - Set of 3
Item: 62160
Status: In Stock
$29.95
Flexible, weather-resistant clipboards with a handy paper storage pocket on the back -- perfect for outdoor journaling, map drawing, or creative expression. Set of 3.
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Sugar Baby Watermelon 3-Pack
Item: 37844
Status: In Stock
$10.95
Attracts bumblebees, birds, and butterflies. Mostly seedless. Germination within 7-14 days. Net weight 400 mg per pack.
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Oregano Seeds 3-Pack
Item: 32858
Status: In Stock
$10.95
Oregano is a member of the mint family, and is high in antioxidants. Leaves have more flavor when they are dried. Germination within 7-14 days. Three packs of Oregano seeds are 10 mg each.
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Parachutes
Item: 3570P
Status: In Stock
$23.95 - $140.95
18 months & up. Parachute activities promote gross motor functions and imagination. The durable parachute is made of rip-stop nylon fabric, and sewn to last through the toughest play times. Each size includes storage bag. Available in 12' with 8 Handles, 20' with 16 Handles, 24' with 20 Handles, and 6' with 9 handles.
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Beefsteak Tomato Seeds 3-Pack
Item: 32859
Status: In Stock
$10.95
Beefsteak Tomatoes are huge slicing tomatoes. Tomatoes are the world's most popular fruit and they are 95% water. Germination within 7-14 days. Three packs of Beefsteak Tomato seeds are 125 mg each.
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Parsley Seeds 3-Pack
Item: 37842
Status: In Stock
$10.95
Fragrant and beautiful herb. Grows quickly. Germination within 7-21 days. Net weight 50 mg per pack.
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Dwarf French Marigold Seeds 3-Pack
Item: 37841
Status: In Stock
$10.95
Low growing and keeps animals and insects away. Germination within 7-14 days. Net weight 30 mg per pack.
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Cantaloupe 3-Pack
Item: 37843
Status: In Stock
$10.95
Grows easily and quickly. Germination within 7-14 days. Net weight 150 mg per pack.
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Sweet Basil Seeds 3-Pack
Item: 32857
Status: In Stock
$10.95
Basil is one of the most popular herbs in the world, it is also used in cosmetics and medicine. Pinch flowers off to preserve plants. Germination within 10-21 days. Three packs of Basil seeds are 200 mg each.
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Cilantro Seeds 3-Pack
Item: 32856
Status: In Stock
$10.95
Cilantro attracts beneficial insects, and repels harmful insects. An extremely flavorful herb. Germination within 7-14 days. Three packs of Cilantro seeds are 240 mg each.
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Soccer Pop Up Goal
Item: 91106P
Status: In Stock
$59.95 - $89.95
Portable for play indoors or out, this goal with pop up technology is quick and easy to set up and store. Made with a collapsible poly/steel frame with gusseted nylon corners, nylon net, and anchor pegs. Great for beginner and experienced soccer players alike. Set includes 2 pop up goals, stakes, and a storage bag. Sold as a pair so you can quickly set up a game. Available in two sizes.
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Picoo - Set of 12
Item: 300528
Status: In Stock
$2,499.95
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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Hopscotch Rug for 2
Item: 301106
Status: In Stock
$89.95
The classic hopping game never goes out of style. Can be played inside or out. Children toss a stone, coin or bean bag and hop through the numerical maze. Perfect for practicing jumping, hopping, number recognition, and building gross motor skills. Nonskid backing keeps this rug from moving. Measures 72"L x 40"W.
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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… More »
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Can Shaped Platform Stilts with Adjustable Hand Cord - 6 Pair
Item: 91107
Status: In Stock
$57.95
3 years & up. Help your children practice balance with these fun stilts with adjustable cord. This activity promotes balance, hand-eye coordination, and gross motor skills. This set comes with an adjustable hand cord and non-marring rubber base rim. Supports up to 175 lbs. Set of 6 pairs in 6 different colors. Size 14" x 9.5" x 9.5".