Outdoor Learning

3 years & up. Bake a mud pie, mix up some leaf soup, and inspire growing imaginations with this sturdy Mud Kitchen. Use the Mud Kitchen's large work surface and sink with removable plug to incorporate messy materials such as mud, sand, and water into collaborative outdoor play. Store mud tools, buckets, and Nature to Play™ Crates on the convenient accessory shelf and spacious bottom shelf. Complete with a weather-resistant finish and made from weather-resistant, thermally modified wood… More »

3 years & up. Get messy, hammer a board, and create lasting friendships at this durable Workbench. Use the Workbench's large, sturdy surface for collaborative mud, sand, and outdoor play. Store mud tools, buckets, Loose Parts, and a Nature to Play™ Crate on the convenient accessory shelf and bottom shelf. Made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®, and featuring a weather-resistant finish, this Workbench is the optimal spot for a group of rough-and-tumble kids and perfect for rugged,… More »

3 years & up. Fill the two large basins of this sturdy Water Table and unlock endless outdoor sensory explorations. From water and sand, to shaving cream and slime, this table's large work surface encourages messy, collaborative play and social interactions. For more fun, store mud tools, buckets, and Nature to Play™ Crates on the convenient bottom shelf. Made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®, and coated with a weather-resistant finish, the Water Table is meant to withstand… More »

3 years & up. Explore physics and the principles of cause and effect by pouring buckets of water down the Water Trough System. Watch waterfalls flow or block trickling streams with muddy barricades for open-ended exploration. The Water Trough System is designed to work with the Water Tower to provide unlimited opportunities for kid-lead, water-based activities. Made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®, and coated with a weather-resistant finish, the Water Trough System is optimal for… More »

3 years & up. This durable, kid-activated Water Tower gives children the means to control and understand water flow. Let children fill their own buckets during water-based activities or send water trickling down the Water Trough System. The Water Tower easily attaches to a standard garden hose, making it a simple, easy-to-use water source. Solid construction of thermally modified wood by Thermory® and a weather-resistant finish make the Water Tower optimal for rugged, outdoor use. Measures… More »

3 years & up. Sit back and enjoy nature in the rustic comfort of the Adirondack Chair. This kid-sized take on classic furniture is the perfect cozy spot to spend the relaxing moments between work and play in natural outdoor environments. The ergonomic design, and sturdy construction of thermally modified wood by Thermory®, make this seat optimal for little ones looking for comfort. Featuring a weather-resistant finish, the Adirondack Chair is perfect for rugged, outdoor use. Some assembly… More »

3 years & up. Pull up a bench to this sturdy Square Table for messy crafts, a fun picnic, or a collaborative activity. With a large work surface that provides ample room for social interactions and teamwork, the Square Table is designed to fit four Nature to Play™ Single Benches. Featuring a weather-resistant finish, the Square Table is optimal for rugged, outdoor use. Some assembly required; hardware included. Assembly difficulty level: Easy. Estimated Assembly time: Less than 1 hour.… More »

3 years & up. Gather around for a picnic, an outdoor lesson, or a messy craft and share a seat with a friend on this solid Standard Bench made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®. Standard Benches are designed to fit with the Nature to Play™ Rectangle Table but can be grouped together as a gathering place or dotted throughout your play area as fun stop-off points for children to take breaks during rough play. Featuring a weather-resistant finish, the Standard Bench is optimal… More »

3 years & up. Pull up a bench to this sturdy Rectangle Table for messy crafts, a picnic, or a collaborative activity. With a large work surface that provides ample room for social interactions and teamwork, the Rectangle Table is designed to fit two Nature to Play™ Standard Benches. Complete with a weather-resistant finish, the Rectangle Table is optimal for rugged, outdoor use. Some assembly required; hardware included. Assembly difficulty level: Easy. Estimated Assembly time: Less than… More »

3 years & up. Gather around for a picnic, an outdoor lesson, or a messy craft with this solid Single Bench made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®. Single Benches are designed to fit with the Nature to Play™ Square Table but can be grouped together as a gathering place or dotted throughout your play area as fun stop-off points for children to take breaks during rough play. Featuring a weather-resistant finish, the Single Bench is optimal for rugged, outdoor use. Some assembly… More »

3 years & up. Encourage children to use their imaginations and play in creative, open-ended ways with the Mini Spool. Use the Mini Spool as a table, stool, or turn it on its side and roll it around the yard during gross-motor activities. Made from thermally modified wood by Thermory® that has been coated with a weather-resistant finish, the Mini Spool is built to withstand continued outdoor use and rough play. Measures 15"H x 15"W x 15"L.

3 years & up. Inspired by construction and lumber yards, these durable and lightweight Loose Parts are an oversized version of your child's beloved indoor block set. These strong boards are designed to encourage teamwork and collaboration while inspiring creativity and captivating children with unlimited play possibilities. Made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®, and coated with a weather-resistant finish, Loose Parts are built to withstand continued rough play outdoors. Measures… More »

3 years & up. Grow plants, dig, discover, and explore with all your senses during playtime with this sturdy Planter made from thermally modified wood by Thermory®. The durable, reinforced basin makes the perfect home for veggies, fruits, and colorful flowers and the weather-resistant finish makes the Planter optimal for rugged, outdoor use. Measures 11"H x 14.5"W x 48"L.

3 years & up. This apple-crate inspired, multi-purpose storage Crate is the perfect place for kids to stash Loose Parts, natural materials, toys, and Mud Kitchen utensils. Kids can easily carry these lightweight Crates and fill them with whatever treasures they find during playtime. Flip them over for a sturdy platform, or turn them on their side and let your imagination take over. Crates are designed to fit on the bottom shelves of the Nature to Play™ Mud Kitchen, Workbench, and Water… More »

3 years & up. Children can experiment with layering, patterning, and abstract expression using Discovery Frames. Large, translucent frames in square, triangle and circular shapes feature notches and holes for weaving and lacing using the twine strings included in the set. Layer found loose parts and natural materials (not included), furthering a child's organic connections. Enhance creative play with 6 double-sided concept cards providing creative inspiration. Square frame: 8.6"W x 8.6"H,… More »

Easily evaluate the quality of outdoor environments with this helpful and convenient Additional Scoring Protocols Preschool Outdoor Environment Measurement Scale. This tool is great for use in assessing the quality of early childhood outdoor environments. This POEMS scale can also be used as a design and planning guide for teachers and administrators. Set of 10.

3 years & up. Build to new heights with this fantastic collection of realistic pretend bricks, blocks, and rocks! This set of lightweight foam builders stack easily for endless creative building projects. The foam construction is water proof, but not UV-resistant; if kept outside for a long time, the colors will fade. Included: 20-piece Cinder Block Set, 25-piece Rock Wall Builder Set, 25-piece Brick Builder Set, and 25-piece Ice Brick Builder Set. Activity cards included.

Get your children active and outside with this engaging Sports Ball & Bag Set for Engaging Outdoor Games and Activities. This set includes 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 these… More »

Designed as a self-study, this scale is intended to raise the quality of outdoor children's environments and promote their use in teaching, research, and practice. Includes a user guide, the scale and scoring protocol, reliability and validity information, and a technical assistance manual for program improvement and planning. Addresses environments for children age 3-5 years. (Additional Scoring Protocols sold separately.)

18 months & up. The natural color base and clear tub will fit in any classroom decor. Features a deep clear tub and adjustable legs from 19" to 25". Use Indoors or outdoors. Table has a 5 year warranty. Fabric Cover and Replacement Lid are also available, sold separately.

3 years & up. Promote the development of your child's gross motor functions with this exciting Kaplan 12" Get Movin Trike for Fun Outdoor Activities. Kaplan trikes are made by Tilo, an award-winning line of trikes created for the preschool and consumer markets. These trikes are built to support and encourage adventure in children, giving them the confidence to test their limits. Loaded with safety features, these trikes are available in two colors, red/silver and yellow. A simple one-bolt… More »

2 years & up. The weather-resistant nylon material makes these pillows perfect for outdoor learning activities. The cover zips off for cleaning and a sturdy handle makes these easy to carry. Measures 27" square. Available individually or as a four piece set. Four piece set includes one each of the following colors: Berry, Ocean, Aqua, and Amethyst. One year warranty.

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 »

3 years & up. Student Magnifiers feature dual lenses with 3X and 6X magnification. Each measures 2"W x 0.25"H x 4.5"L. Set includes 12 student magnifiers