Outdoor Learning

Infants and toddlers need spaces that are designed to encourage active learning. These planned spaces provide a place where materials are grouped together around a specific idea to encourage exploration and manipulation. The materials included in this kit will capture infants and toddlers interest and provide meaningful ways to practice their developing abilities. Note: Kit components change occasionally due to availability. We will substitute developmentally appropriate items for the purpose for which they were intended.

With more than 125 activities, Science Adventures opens up a world of exploration through nature activities in urban, suburban, or rural settings. From Big Step Measuring and Rocks That Write to The Ant Restaurant and How Far Can You Squeeze a Squirt?, the engaging activities in Science Adventures make exploring the environment fun and easy! The authors have adapted the kindergarten science standards set by the National Academy of Sciences to make them developmentally appropriate for preschool children.… More »

Versatile sand and water play areas, storing and carrying toys and manipulatives, or accommodating messy play. Plant seedlings, explore nature collections, make mud pies, or build fairy houses -- this set of 4 large bins provides an endless array of uses. Includes red, green, yellow and blue bins. 22.5" L x 19.5" W x 6" D.

2 years & up. Take learning to the outdoors with these engaging Adventures Outdoors Idea Cards. This card set has been designed to offer portable inspiration whatever the weather. Printed on durable plastic, each pack contains 30 photographs with activity ideas on the reverse. This set encourages outdoor learning, exploration, and gross motor skills. The cards come on a sturdy metal ring to keep them organized.

12 months & up. This smaller-sized wheelbarrow is ideally suited to toddlers. With two wheels for greater stability, rounded handles, and a one-piece design that prevents trapped fingers, toddlers can transport toys and materials with confidence. Make cleaning up fun by encouraging children to place their toys in the wheelbarrow, and transport them to the appropriate place. The wheelbarrow is made of 100% recyclable plastic and suitable for indoor and outdoor use, and is stackable for convenient… More »

All ages. Teach your children to count in English and Spanish with these durable beanbags. This set of beanbags is great for combining gross motor skills and language skills. Encourage your children to identify the colors of the bag and the numbers featured. Includes 10 beanbags from 1 to 10 in 8 colors. Measures 4"L x 4"W.

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.