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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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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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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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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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Scooter Boards
Item: 301124P
Status: In Stock
$27.95 - $164.95
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 »
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Scooter Board
Item: 4900P
Status: In Stock
$39.95 - $239.95
3 years & up. Scooters are fun to ride either sitting up or laying down. Each one is 1.5" 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 12"L x 12"W x 3.5"H.
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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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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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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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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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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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Plant-It Starters Vegetables and Herb - Set of 3
Item: 55607
Status: In Stock
$26.95
4 years & up. Kit includes a pot, germination bag, seeds, a peat disk, instructions, and three plants: tomato, green bean, and sweet basil. All certified organic.
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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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Colors and Shapes Activity Mats Collection
Item: 91088P
Status: In Stock
$18.95 - $69.95
Create beanbag targets, obstacle courses, use as distance markers, and so much more! For use indoors or out, get kids up and moving in a variety of games and activities. Ideal tool for social distancing in settings with children. Each shaped set of vinyl mats comes in 6 colors. Square mats measure at 12"W, while the circles and stars measure at 9"W.
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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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Kaplan Gross Motor Skills Kit
Item: 12395
Status: In Stock
$239.95
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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Outdoor Fence Easel
Item: 84710
Status: In Stock
$189.95
3 years & up. Create an outdoor art studio!! S-hooks hang this durable easel on fence at any height. Includes attachable basket to hold paints. The easy to clean surface will not weather from the elements. This easel is not wall mountable. Minor assembly. Measures 20"W x 26"H x 5"D.
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8' Confetti Multicolor Jump Ropes - Set of 4
Item: 46513
Status: In Stock
$51.95
4 years & up. Your children will jump for joy with these bright 8' Confetti Multicolor Jump Ropes. Jumping rope promotes gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination, collaborative play, muscle development, and endurance. These durable ropes will not kink, so handles are not needed. Jump ropes are washable and color fast. Includes 4 jump ropes and the colors will vary. Jump ropes measure .375"D x 8'L each. Set of 4. Made in the USA.
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Outdoor Blanket
Item: 300635
Status: In Stock
$52.95
Take learning outdoors with this soft outdoor blanket. This nature-colored seating mat promotes outdoor learning and exploration and is perfect for leisure outdoor reading and play. The blanket is easy to fold and carry, is durable and resistant to water and dirt, and has a soft fabric made from a faux wool-cotton blend with weather-resistant backing. Spot clean or hose with water. Measures 59"L x 78"W. Styles may vary.
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Rustic Pourers - Set of 3
Item: 55570
Status: In Stock
$38.95
3 years & up. These charming rustic pourers are robust enough to be used outside with a range of materials and will enhance sand, water and muddy play. Easy to hold, they can be used to scoop® and pour liquids and solids. Ideal for exploring and comparing volumes, the shaped lip makes pouring intuitive and easy for young learners. Set includes three tactile pourers measuring between 4 and 6 inches. Made from a fiber base which is coated with a mix of resin and stone.
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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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Bush Green Beans Seeds 3-Pack
Item: 32862
Status: In Stock
$10.95
These Green Beans are of the bush variety and are easier to take care of. Germination within 5-10 days. Three packs of Green Bean seeds are 10 mg each.
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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".
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Parachutes
Item: 3570P
Status: In Stock
$24.95 - $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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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.