Remember the awesome times you had playing outside as a kid? By choosing the best outdoor toys for toddlers and kids, parents may recreate and enhance those fun times for their children. With all those wonderful memories, choosing the right outdoor toys are often thrilling experiences for parents. With the wide selection of types of…
I don’t think there’s a kid on this planet (or a dog for that matter) who doesn’t associate sprinklers and water hoses with fun water games. Even parents become kids again when reminded of the fun activities they enjoyed as children. You don’t need a party for water games; a summer afternoon will do just…
Think back to when you were young. What can be a more glorious summer afternoon memory as a kid than taking a hop on a tire swing and feeling the breeze on your back? Or maybe you were more of a wooden swing type of child, letting the sun warm your face? These days, you…
When summer rolls around, good times on the water soon follow. Yet most of us make the mistake of waiting until the last minute to get the necessary lake toys needed for on-water fun. While playing at the beach can be fun, a little preparation can go a long way in making this summer one…
Summer can be a great time to let your children experience more freedom while still being under the protective eye of mom and dad. One great way to build confidence is to get your child their own stand up paddleboard (aka SUP) – one made specifically for kids. Summer can be a great time to…
Love them or hate them, there’s no escaping the fact that kids love to drive around in powered vehicles. While my “need for speed’ was taken care of by a bike, children now ride around on motorized scooters , go karts and other fun toys. ATV’s, or All Terrain Vehicles, are just one more offshoot…
In winter the air temperature in South Dakota can reach temperatures as low -14⁰ F. Often on those frozen mornings, the wind chill makes it feel closer to -30⁰ F. It can be challenging to maintain a harmonious classroom when children are frozen into kid-sicles every time they step outside. Travel becomes more stressful and…
Searching for the perfect gift for the kid who has everything? Want something out-of-the-box? Foldable? …Buildable? …Throwable? We’ve compiled a list of seven cool toys that’ll be sure to surprise and delight anyone, even the picky and the hard-to-please. There’s a gift for every interest, from sports to robots, and everything in between! Cool Toys…
Art Ingels, the father of go-karts, was a hot rodder and racing car designer at Kurtis Kraft. In 1956 he initiated one of the greatest fun activities known to man when he built the first go-kart from a lawnmower engine and some scrap metal. Although super karts can reach a speed of 160 mph, the…
Heading to the beach this summer? If so, you’re probably looking forward to the sand, surf and sun. What you’re probably not looking forward to is toting all of your supplies from Point A to Point B. From beach tents and toy trucks to skimboards and beach balls, it’s amazing how a day at the beach often turns…
From plastic figurines to the classic rocking horse, horse toys have long been a favorite for children of all ages. Nothing inspires imaginative play like riding a rocking horse and pretending you’re in a rodeo or setting up a set of plastic horses for a pretend race or horse show. Horse stuffed animals are the…
Summer has come, which can only mean one thing… It’s time to find a nice cool spot by the water to soak up the sun. Whether you’re heading to the nearest beach or relaxing out back in your own pool, there’s no better way to keep your kids active and entertained than with a beach…
Toddlers love to explore and play outdoors, and one of their favorite places to play is on swing sets in the park. However, you don’t need to organize an entire day and lug a diaper bag with you to take your child to the park when they want to play on the swings. When you…
Blocks are part of every adult’s treasured childhood memories. From wood to cardboard to plastic to foam, kids eagerly build for hours. Foam blocks now come in plenty of shapes and sizes to enhance children’s imaginative play. Modern blocks are lightweight and come in a variety of colors and textures. Parents and educators alike often…
“I want to ride my bicycle, I want to ride my bike!” Some kids really love to ride their bike – so much so that it’s a surprise they haven’t sprouted wheels and handlebars! Even young children get in on the action by riding their balance bikes. Whether riding for pleasure, transport or racing, riding…
You never forget the moment you get the keys to your first house—and for a toddler, the feeling is just the same when you get your own playhouse. Little Tikes playhouse sets offer a wide range of options for any preschooler hoping to land their own property. These playhouses are fantastic for inspiring creative storytelling…
Get ready to splash and play—summer is finally here. With a bit of creativity and a couple of outdoor toys, you can transform a simple backyard barbecue into an imaginary day at the beach. Don’t forget a place to cool off! Get the party started with some of our favorite kiddie pool picks below. 9…
“For generations, recess has been considered by many students in elementary school as their favorite part of the day.” Recess is a cornerstone of childhood. For many children, it’s a breath of fresh air, an opportunity for pretend play, a chance to socialize with peers. Despite the documented benefits of playtime, many children in the…
Summer vacation means school is out, the sun is shining, and kids have a lot of extra time on their hands! It’s an ideal time for them to get outside and play with friends while getting fresh air and exercise. But how can you keep kids outdoors all summer long, when high-tech electronics make being inside more…
This article has been written before. All the statistics you need are publicly available and there is no need to continue harping on about them. Despite all the research that says physical education and physical activity are necessary to the development of a child, we are watching it disappear right before our eyes. Just like…
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