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Outdoor Learning

Bring learning outdoors with Kaplan’s outdoor learning collection. From garden kits to active play and exploration tools, these durable, child-friendly resources encourage creativity, discovery, and skill-building through hands-on experiences in natural environments.

Fence Easel - Blue Zinnia
Item: 300561
Status: In Stock
$499.95
18 months & up. Create an outdoor art studio with a mountable chalkboard easel. The beautiful, organic shape and bright colors of the Floral Fence Easel - Blue Zinnia will invite children to draw and express their creativity. Intended for continued outdoor use, this durable easel is easy to clean and easy to mount using included hardware. Mounting hardware for chain link fence only.  Combine with other Floral Fence Easels (sold separately) to create an invitation for more than one child to create at once. Clean with a microfiber cloth and water. Includes eraser.
Mirrored Fence Easel
Item: 300562
Status: In Stock
$499.95
18 months & up. Create an interesting outdoor invitation to play using the Mirrored Fence Easel. Simply attach the durable easel to a fence using the included hardware and encourage children to explore, build self-awareness, and take part in interesting discovery using mirrors in an outdoor play space. The organic, floral shape and the nature-inspired color creates a beautiful juxtaposition in outdoor environments. Combine with other Floral Fence Easels (sold separately) to create an invitation for more than one child to create and explore. Measures 32"W x 32"H x 1.5"D.
Fence Easel - Orange Petunia
Item: 300563
Status: In Stock
$499.95
18 months & up. Create an outdoor art studio with a mountable chalkboard easel. The beautiful, organic shape and bright colors of the Floral Fence Easel - Orange Petunia will invite children to draw and express their creativity. Intended for continued outdoor use, this durable easel is easy to clean and easy to mount using included hardware. Mounting hardware for chain link fence only. Combine with other Floral Fence Easels (sold separately) to create an invitation for more than one child to create at once. Clean with a microfiber cloth and water. Eraser included.
Percussion Set in a Box - Set of 24 Instruments
Item: PL1140
Status: Ships From Manufacturer
$1,066.00
6 months & up. Capacity: 24 children. Box Size: 12" x 15.5". Weight: 35 lbs. A full percussion set, great for the whole classroom, in a storage box with a block sorter lid that makes cleaning up more fun. The instruments are all made from recycled plastic and can be played in indoor and outdoor areas. They can be cleaned and sanitized easily, making it great for a classroom ensemble. Set includes: six Eco Tone Blocks in three different sizes to produce different pitches, six Guiros that create ratchet sounds, and twelve sets of Eco RecyClaves that will keep the beat going.
Floral Fence Easel - Yellow Sunflower
Item: 300677
Status: In Stock
$499.95
18 months & up. Create an outdoor art studio with a mountable chalkboard easel. The beautiful, organic shape and bright colors of the Floral Fence Easel - Yellow Sunflower will invite children to draw and express their creativity. Intended for continued outdoor use, this durable easel is easy to clean and easy to mount using included hardware. Mounting hardware for chain link fence only. Combine with other Floral Fence Easels (sold separately) to create an invitation for more than one child to create at once. Clean with a microfiber cloth and water. Eraser included.
Step-A-Forest - 24 Pieces, Balance & Gross Motor Set
Item: 62491
Status: In Stock
$304.95
$259.95
18 months & up. Turn active play into an exciting balance adventure with the Step-A-Forest. Inspired by nature, this gross motor activity set encourages toddlers and young children to build balance, coordination, and confidence as they step, climb, and explore customizable forest pathways. Featuring a variety of textured logs and stumps, each piece is made from durable plastic with soft, non-slip surface lines and rings to provide safe, secure footing during activities. Children can arrange the pieces in endless configurations, creating new obstacle courses and imaginative pathways that promote problem-solving, movement exploration, and cooperative play. The Step-A-Forest set supports healthy physical development while encouraging creativity and active learning. Straight logs are 19"L and tallest stumps are 5.5"H.
Great Outdoors Playhouse
Item: 63447
Status: In Stock
$445.95
18 months & up. The Great Outdoors Playhouse provides children with hours of imaginative backyard play fun! This playhouse includes a mail slot, paddle, working water pump, bucket and planting station with a flower pot that can be used to grow real flowers. The open design allows caregivers to keep an eye on children as they play. Little ones can gather around the toy grill as they pretend to barbecue a yummy meal. With so many realistic features and activities, multiple children can enjoy this outdoor playhouse! Measures 70.5"W x 54"H x 37.5"D. Adult assembly required.
Wonderball Fun House™
Item: 32667
Status: In Stock
$224.95
18 months - 5 years. On the outside, toss balls on roof and watch as they fall through the maze of activities, making fun plinking sounds as they go. On the inside, place balls on the counter and watch as they zig zag. Flip the balls into the house or into the maze with the included flipper. Helps toddlers develop fine motor skills with put and take play. Working Dutch door provides open and close play. Open design provides adults with a fun view of all the laughter and play taking place. When playtime fun is done, balls can easily be stored in the bottom basin. Includes 20 balls, pouring pitcher, and kitchen pot. Measures 36"W x 42"H x 33"D.
Push & Pull Kit
Item: 87160
Status: Out of Stock
$299.95
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.