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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My First Telescope
My First Telescope
Item: 250067
Ships From Manufacturer
$29.99
6 years & up. My First Telescope is perfect for the young scientist learning to use a telescope for the first time. Great for looking at scenery and wildlife, or at the starry skies! Telescope is easy to use, focus and adjust, and features a 42mm diameter objective lens with 20x to 40x magnification, making objects appear 20-40x bigger! My First Telescope can be handheld for easy use, or attach to the included tripod to give a steady image. Includes dust caps for safe storage. Measures 2.8"… More »
Cantaloupe 3-Pack
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.
Sugar Baby Watermelon 3-Pack
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.
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.
Playground Ball
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".
Outdoor Clipboards - Set of 3
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.
Plastic Binoculars
Plastic Binoculars
Item: 46931
Status: In Stock
$17.95
4 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.
Sports Ball & Bag Set - Set of 5
Sports Ball & Bag Set - Set of 5
Item: 31349
Status: In Stock
$64.95
Get your children active and outside with this engaging Sports Ball & Bag Set for Engaging Outdoor Games and Activities. This set includes the classic sports balls. Your children will love playing outside as they engage in a soccer, volleyball, football, or basketball game. This durable ball set is perfect for promoting gross motor functions, hand-eye coordination, and collaborative play. Encourage your children to practice their throwing, dribbling, kicking, serving, and catching skills with… More »
Scooter Board
Scooter Board
Item: 4900P
Status: In Stock
$27.95 - $164.95
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.
Hand Pump and Needle Set
Hand Pump and Needle Set
Item: 2006
Status: In Stock
$4.95
Standard 10" plastic pump includes 2 needles.
GeoSafari® Jr. Kidnoculars Extreme
GeoSafari® Jr. Kidnoculars Extreme
Item: 147579
Status: In Stock
$34.95
5 years & up. Look, listen, and explore! The GeoSafari® Jr. Kidnoculars Extreme is focus-free binoculars featuring 3x magnification and built-in headset-free audio amplification to observe the world up close in a fun and exciting way. Bring these binoculars on your adventures encouraging scientific exploration and discovery through STEM-based play. Includes squint-free, extra-large eyepieces for easy viewing and a breakaway strap for safety. Requires 2 AAA batteries (not included).
Colors and Shapes Activity Mats Collection
Colors and Shapes Activity Mats Collection
Item: 91088P
Status: In Stock
$22.95 - $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.
HOP Balls
HOP Balls
Item: 40798P
Status: In Stock
$47.95 - $48.95
Be a rabbit, frog, or cricket on these super-strong vinyl balls! Using the easy-grip handle as they bounce, children will love improving balance and coordination. When being used, it is recommended to use on a surface free of objects that could pop the ball. Comes in one color. Inflate with hand or foot pump.
Can Shaped Platform Stilts with Adjustable Hand Cord - 6 Pair
Can Shaped Platform Stilts with Adjustable Hand Cord - 6 Pair
Item: 91107
Status: In Stock
$54.95
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".
Parachutes
Parachutes
Item: 3570P
Status: In Stock
$34.95 - $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.
Kaplan Gross Motor Skills Kit
Kaplan Gross Motor Skills Kit
Item: 12395
Status: In Stock
$219.95
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 »
Skip and Swing Ball Activity Set
Skip and Swing Ball Activity Set
Item: 91110
Status: In Stock
$31.95
5 years & up. Get moving with this engaging Skip and Swing Ball Activity Set. This activity is perfect for promoting gross motor skills, color recognition, cause and effect, and hand-eye coordination. Simply put your ankle in the ring and swing your leg to get the ball moving. Encourage your children to take turns using the swing balls. Set of 6 with assorted colors. 18"L cord and 5.5"D ankle ring.
Mobile Gross Motor Cart
Mobile Gross Motor Cart
Item: 70162
Status: In Stock
$369.95
Keep all your equipment organized and accessible, while moving it from place to place with our activity cart. Bottom bin is 14" deep and holds all size balls and the top bin (5" deep) can hold smaller items like jump ropes and bean bags. There are two hooks on the side to hang hula hoops and other items. Includes 2" swivel locking casters for easy mobility. Assembly required. 39"H x 36"W x 18"D. Materials sold separately.
5-in-1 Outdoor Measure Mate
5-in-1 Outdoor Measure Mate
Item: 36227
Status: In Stock
$59.95
4 years & up. This brightly colored and easy to use 5-in-1 measuring tool will be your new classroom favorite. Children can work together or individually to learn basic math concepts such as measuring distance, depth, height and width. Children will have hours of fun as the use the tool to measure anything outdoors! The easy to take a part tool includes two caliper jaws, one trundle wheel with bird footprint tread, one handle/base, one measuring stick (centimeters and inches shown), one colorful… More »
Raised Garden Kit
Raised Garden Kit
Item: 62091
Status: In Stock
$139.95
An easy introduction to raised bed gardening. Raised gardens are a perfect way to involve children in gardening while using minimal space! This raised bed is the perfect place to start developing the skills and experience the joys of growing plants. With 16 square feet of available planting area, there is room to grow an assortment of vegetables, herbs, or flowers. Eco-friendly kit is made from recycled plastic, so it won't rot, splinter or become infested with unwelcome critters. Tool-free snap-lock… More »
Stomp Rocket® Stunt Planes & Bonus Party Pack
Stomp Rocket® Stunt Planes & Bonus Party Pack
Item: 146723P
Status: In Stock
$6.95 - $40.95
5 years & up. Run, jump, and stomp to send these stunt planes high in the sky! These planes were designed by aeronautical engineers and are able to perform a variety of amazing tricks. Set features The Looper, The Glider, and The Wildcat. The Looper can perform giant loops, The Glider can soar up to 100 feet, and The Wildcat performs a variety of different tricks. Change up how they fly by adjusting the launch angle, fly with a head wind or tail wind, and more. 100% Kid-powered. No batteries… More »
Unique Rustic Nesting Bowls - Set of 3
Unique Rustic Nesting Bowls - Set of 3
Item: 55569
Status: In Stock
$36.95
3 years & up. This set of three nesting bowls invite handling. Suitable for use in water, sand and mud, the bowls can be used to transport and display various materials throughout the environment. The set includes three durable bowls measuring between 3-5 inches and are easy-to-clean. Inspire children to create their own unique bowls from mud or clay.
Giant Activity Rings - 9 Pieces
Giant Activity Rings - 9 Pieces
Item: 55501
Status: In Stock
$91.95
12 months & up. This is a set of 9 durable rings in three sizes measuring between 9.8" to 17.7" in diameter. Great for game play both indoors and outdoors. Roll them, use for sorting, throw bean bags into them, or use them in imaginative play. Each ring includes braille for identifying size. Includes 9 rings in the 3 primary colors: yellow, red, blue.
Stomp Rocket® Dueling Stomp Racers - 2 Air Powered Race Cars
Stomp Rocket® Dueling Stomp Racers - 2 Air Powered Race Cars
Item: 148205
Status: In Stock
$34.95
Ages 5 & up. Challenge your friends with the Stomp Rocket® Dueling Stomp Racers - 2 Air Powered Race Cars. This dueling set allows 2 kids to launch cars at the same time, so you can see who gets to the finish line first! Play inside, or take the Stomp Racers outdoors. No batteries required just super easy, fast assembly and 100% kid-powered. Includes: 2 stomp launchers, finish line, 2 cars, a ramp for executing jumps, and decals to design your cars. Stomp Racers encourage experimentation… More »