Toys That Develop Gross Motor Skills
Our Top 5 Picks
Skywalker Trampolines for Active Learning
Skywalker Trampolines 60” Round Mini Trampoline is the perfect blend of fun and education for our little ones! This vibrant, ocean-themed trampoline is not just a fantastic way for our toddlers aged 3-7 to burn off that never-ending energy; it’s also an excellent tool for developing gross motor skills and coordination. With its secure enclosure and padded 360-degree handlebar, we can feel confident that our jumpers are safe while they explore movement and balance. 3-7 years
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Why we love it:
Skywalker Trampolines for Active Learning features a padded 360-degree handlebar, ensuring our little ones can bounce safely while mastering their coordination and balance in an ocean-themed playground.
Adventure Awaits: Montpelier Swing Set
Backyard Discovery Montpelier Cedar Wood Swing Set is more than just a playground; it's a gateway to adventure! This fully equipped playset encourages imaginative play while helping our kids develop essential physical skills. From climbing the monkey bars to whizzing down the 8-foot wave slide, children will enhance their strength, coordination, and creativity. 3-10 years
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Adventure Awaits: Montpelier Swing Set features a fully equipped playset that transforms our backyard into an imaginative world where kids can develop essential physical skills while having a blast.
Elevate Pool Fun with Pro Rebounder Hoop
Poolmaster 72774 Pro Rebounder Poolside Basketball Hoop transforms summer days into an exciting blend of splash and skill-building! This innovative basketball hoop invites our teens to practice their dunk shots and improve their hand-eye coordination while enjoying the cool pool water. Not only does it foster physical fitness, but it also encourages teamwork and friendly competition, perfect for family gatherings or hangouts with friends. 15 years and up
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Elevate Pool Fun with Pro Rebounder Hoop provides a fun way to practice dunk shots while cooling off, turning summer play into skill-building moments that reduce screen time.
Freestyle Fun with RoyalBaby Kids Bike
RoyalBaby Freestyle Toddlers Kids Bike makes every ride an exciting adventure! Designed for toddlers aged 3-4, this bike isn't just about getting from point A to B; it's about cultivating balance, coordination, and confidence. With its sporty BMX-inspired design, kids can unleash their creativity while developing essential cycling skills. 3-4 years
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Freestyle Fun with RoyalBaby Kids Bike features an adjustable seat that grows with your child, turning every pedal into a leap towards confidence and independence.
RoyalBaby BMX Freestyle Kids Bike Fun
RoyalBaby BMX Freestyle Kids Bike is the perfect companion for your little adventure seeker! This sporty bike, designed with vibrant orange hues and inspired by the thrill of BMX biking, not only offers a fun ride but also encourages essential skills like balance and coordination. With its adjustable seat and handlebar, it grows alongside your child, fostering independence and confidence as they learn to pedal. 3-7 years
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RoyalBaby BMX Freestyle Kids Bike features an adjustable seat and handlebar, growing alongside your child while they gain confidence on two wheels—who knew learning to ride could be this exciting?
Caterpillar Climbing Adventure Awaits!
ECR4Kids ELR-12511 Indoor/Outdoor Peek-A-Boo Caterpillar Climbing Play Structure for Kids is a fantastic way to inspire adventure and discovery! This colorful play tunnel not only sparks kids’ imagination but also plays a vital role in developing gross motor skills as they crawl, climb, and balance. Perfect for preschools, daycares, or home settings, this versatile structure keeps little ones engaged with various interactive elements like peek-a-boo windows and climbing holes. 2-6 years
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Caterpillar Climbing Adventure Awaits! features peek-a-boo windows that inspire imaginative play while helping kids boost their gross motor skills through crawling and climbing adventures.
Adventure with Hape's Mini Airplane
The Hape Wooden Mini Airplane invites toddlers to soar into a world of imaginative play. Handmade from sustainable wood and equipped with elastic hinges for wing movement, this charming toy encourages fine and gross motor skills while nurturing creative thinking. Perfect for on-the-go learning adventures, it’s a safe, non-toxic choice that parents can feel good about while engaging their little ones in active exploration. 2-5 years
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Adventure with Hape's Mini Airplane is handmade from sustainable wood, making each flight feel environmentally friendly and safe. Watching our little ones maneuver the wings with those elastic hinges? It’s like observing tiny pilots learning the ropes of aviation—all while building those important motor skills. Plus, it’s a perfect companion for family road trips and backyard adventures, ensuring every expedition is one for the books!
Little Copter: Soar into Learning Fun!
Hape Little Copter Wooden Toy Toddler Play Vehicle sparks adventure and creativity in our little ones! Perfectly sized for tiny hands, this engaging toy encourages imaginative play while developing fine and gross motor skills. With its durable wood and smooth-rolling wheels, it glides across the floor, making it an ideal companion for both indoor exploration and imaginative storytelling. 2-5 years
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Little Copter features smooth-rolling wheels that turn every room into a runway for adventure, making imaginative play safe and exciting for our little explorers.
Vibrant Water Sports Dive Sticks Fun
Water Sports Dive Sticks are not just toys; they’re a splash of learning and fun for our little swimmers! These 12-inch colorful sticks are perfect for helping our kids improve their diving skills while also enhancing their hand-eye coordination and confidence in the water. With their vibrant colors, they catch our kiddos' attention, turning swimming practice into an exhilarating game. 5-10 years
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Vibrant Water Sports Dive Sticks are colorful 12-inch toys that make diving practice feel like a thrilling underwater adventure, blending skill-building with splash-tastic fun!
Dancing Butterflies: Learn to Walk Playfully
Hape Dancing Butterflies Push and Pull Toy brings delightful movement to your little one's world! As children take their first steps, this charming toy encourages not just walking but also enhances coordination and balance—skills that will serve them well as they grow. With rubber-rimmed wheels, it's gentle on floors and keeps noise to a minimum, which we all appreciate during playtime. 12+ months
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Dancing Butterflies: Learn to Walk Playfully features gentle rubber-rimmed wheels that glide smoothly, making each step feel like a fun dance while boosting toddlers' confidence and coordination.
Hape Mini Van: Imagination on Wheels!
Hape Wooden Mini Van is more than just a toy—it's a gateway to imaginative play! Designed for tiny hands, this adorable wooden vehicle invites toddlers to explore their creativity while developing fine and gross motor skills. With its smooth wooden wheels that protect your floors and durable, non-toxic materials, this mini van promises safe, engaging playtime for your little ones. 10 months - 2 years
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Hape Mini Van features smooth wooden wheels that protect your floors while inspiring endless adventures, making every play session a fun-filled journey for young explorers.
Spark Shark Swim Fun
The Melissa & Doug Sunny Patch Spark Shark Kickboard is the ultimate companion for your child's swimming journey! Designed for little learners, this bright and colorful kickboard not only helps to build confidence in the water but also strengthens gross motor skills through engaging play. Its whimsical Spark Shark character adds joy to swim lessons, making it an essential choice for parents keen on promoting water safety and skill development. 3+ years
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Spark Shark Swim Fun features a whimsical character that turns swim lessons into a playful adventure, helping kids build water skills while having a blast splashing around.
Swing-N-Slide Glider: Fun Meets Learning
Swing-N-Slide Wind Rider Glider Swing brings joy to playtime while supporting your child’s development! Designed with an ergonomic seat for comfort, it encourages children to build their strength and coordination as they soar through the air. We love that this swing is perfect for little ones as young as 3 years old, yet its durable construction allows it to grow with them well into childhood. 3+ years
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Swing-N-Slide Glider’s ergonomic seat makes soaring a comfortable adventure, effortlessly combining outdoor fun with important strength and coordination development.
Splash into Learning with Shark Toss!
The Melissa & Doug Sunny Patch Spark Shark Toss and Catch Net Pool Game is designed for fun and skill development in children aged 3 and up. This engaging water game not only promotes gross motor skills and hand-eye coordination but also enhances social interactions during group play. With durable materials that stand up to sun and chlorine, it's the perfect addition to pool days and outdoor gatherings, making learning active and enjoyable! 3+ years
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Splash into Learning with Shark Toss! features a fun toss-and-catch net design that keeps kids engaged and active at the pool. It's not just a game; it's a splashy way to boost coordination and teamwork while little ones develop essential skills. Plus, let’s be honest—watching your child leap around like a mini shark is a sight that will brighten any summer day!
Active Xtreme Waterproof Game Ball Fun
Poolmaster Active Xtreme X Waterproof Game Sport Ball is the perfect addition to your family’s outdoor playtime! Designed for versatility, this vibrant ball engages children in active play while promoting teamwork and coordination—skills that are essential for their development. Whether it's at the beach, pool, or backyard, kids can enjoy an array of games like soccer, kickball, or just tossing it around with family and friends. 3+ years
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Active Xtreme Waterproof Game Ball engages kids in active play across various settings, turning every beach and backyard into a thrilling team adventure.
Infant to Toddler Swing: Outdoor Fun!
Step2 Infant to Toddler Swing brings the thrill of the playground right to your backyard! As parents and educators, we know the importance of keeping our little ones active and engaged, and this swing does just that by promoting physical activity and developing gross motor skills. The secure harness ensures your child's safety while they enjoy swinging, fostering confidence and independence. 9 months - 3 years
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Infant to Toddler Swing features a secure harness for safety, allowing little ones to soar into fun while building confidence in their swinging skills.
GONGE Seesaw Balance Board for Play
GONGE Seesaw Balance Board is the perfect blend of fun and learning for our little adventurers! This safe and durable balance board encourages toddlers and kids to explore their vestibular and proprioceptive senses through gentle rocking motions. We love how it supports the development of essential motor skills, balance, and coordination, all while keeping them engaged and active. 2+ years
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GONGE Seesaw Balance Board encourages gentle rocking motions that help kids develop essential motor skills while turning their playtime into an active adventure.
John Deere Ride-On Toy: Learning Through Play
John Deere Ride On Toys Pedal Tractor with Wagon for Kids Aged 18 Months to 3 Years turns playtime into an adventurous learning experience! This adorable ride-on toy not only captivates with its vibrant green and yellow colors but also enhances gross motor skills as little ones pedal and steer. The attached wagon invites imaginative play, providing the perfect opportunity for kids to practice coordination and responsibility by hauling their favorite toys. 18 months to 3 years
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John Deere Ride-On Toy features an attached wagon that lets kids practice hauling their favorite toys, turning every ride into a fun adventure filled with valuable learning moments.
Razor V-17 Kids Multi-Sport Helmet
Razor V-17 Child Multi-Sport Helmet offers a perfect blend of safety and style for our little adventurers! Designed for biking, skating, and other activities, this helmet ensures our children can explore the outdoors with confidence. With its lightweight plastic outer shell and ergonomic interior padding, it not only protects but keeps our kids cool with 17 vents—perfect for those long summer rides. 5-8 years
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Razor V-17 Kids Multi-Sport Helmet features 17 vents to keep kids cool during those adventurous outdoor rides, allowing them to explore confidently while we cheer from the sidelines.
Climb, Crawl, and Slide Joyfully!
ECR4Kids SoftZone Lincoln Tunnel Climber is a fantastic addition to any playroom or classroom. As parents and educators, we know that toddlers thrive on movement and exploration, and this 9-piece foam climber encourages just that! Little ones can practice their climbing, crawling, and sliding skills in a safe, soft environment, boosting their confidence and supporting their gross motor development. 18 months - 3 years
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Climb, Crawl, and Slide Joyfully! features nine foam pieces, creating a safe space for toddlers to boost their climbing confidence and fuel their adventurous spirit.
Step2 Panda Climber: Active Play for Toddlers
Step2 Panda Climber is the perfect outdoor activity playset designed to keep our little adventurers engaged and thriving! As toddlers climb, slide, and explore the spacious crawl space, they are not just having fun but also building crucial motor skills and coordinating movements. This imaginative playset encourages social interaction, fostering friendships as they host secret club meetings or take turns on the slide. 2-5 years
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Step2 Panda Climber features a spacious crawl space that transforms outdoor play into a lively adventure, helping little ones build friendships while honing their coordination.
Scoot & Glide: Fun Indoor Scooter Board
hand2mind-77103 Purple Indoor Scooter Board With Safety Handles is a fantastic way for kids to get active indoors while developing essential physical skills! With its hard plastic design, this scooter board encourages children to build core strength, enhance coordination, and enjoy gross motor activities—all while having a blast. The safety handles provide a secure grip, keeping little fingers safe as they scoot around the room. 6-12 years
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Scoot & Glide features safety handles that keep little fingers secure while encouraging active play, making indoor movement a thrilling yet safe adventure!
Schwinn Kids Protective Gear Set
Schwinn Kids Bike Gloves Set, Knee and Elbow Pads is a fantastic way to foster confidence and safety for our little adventurers as they learn to ride or skate. With adjustable straps for a perfect fit, these protective gear pieces not only shield our children from falls but also encourage independence and a sense of adventure. The fun design adds an element of style that makes every ride feel like an exciting journey. 3-10 years
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Schwinn Kids Protective Gear Set features adjustable straps for a perfect fit, ensuring our little ones can confidently tackle every ride while learning the importance of safety.
Whisper Ride II Buggy: Smooth Adventures Await!
Step2 Whisper Ride II Buggy Kids Push Car is the perfect companion for your little explorer! With its whisper-quiet ride, parents can take strolls without disturbing the peace around them, while toddlers delight in their steering wheel while pretending they're driving. This engaging ride-on toy not only nurtures their imagination but also encourages gross motor skills as they learn how to steer and navigate. 1.5-4 years
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Whisper Ride II Buggy features a whisper-quiet design, making strolls calm while nurturing our little ones' imagination and growing their steering skills without the cacophony.