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Toy Guide 2002: Activity/Outdoor Toys

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Jump Rope



Jump Rope

Great American Trading Company
This classic toy is made of wooden handles with long-lasting rope. Strengthens muscles while stimulating gross motor skills.
5 + $4.00

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Nobbie Gertie Ball



Small World Toys
Kids will love to touch this tactile ball that's easy to throw, catch and kick. Its lightweight material makes it ideal for indoor play. Introduces textures and encourages active play.
3 + $6.00

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Nobbie Gertie Ball

 

Sound Around Hoop



Sound Around Hoop

Hasbro, Inc.
An update on the classic toy, this brightly colored body hoop plays 14 fun backbeats and features a funky sound effect each time it hits the player's hip. Promotes movement, coordination and balance skills. Includes three "AA" batteries.
6-12 $12.99

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My First Skates™



Fisher Price, Inc.
My First Skates feature three settings for kids to learn to inline skate. The first setting lets beginners walk with one wheel locked. Next, kids can advance to level two where the wheels can be adjusted to roll forwards, but not back. The last setting allows freewheeling forward and back. Skates adjust to fit shoe sizes 2 to 12 and come in versions for both boys and girls. Develops gross motor skills while encouraging an interest in exploring the environment.
2 + $14.99

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My First Skates

 

Mini Trampoline



Mini Trampoline

Hedstrom
With its corner handle with textured grip, young jumpers will have a safe and easy time on this Trampoline. It's has a strong, durable, slip-resistant mesh mat and no-pinch bungee cord spring. Weight limit 60 lbs. Great for building strength and confidence.
3-6 $59.99

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PlaySports 40" Fun Ball

Small World Toys
This super big ball presents endless ways for kids to have super big fun. Promotes gross motor skills and social interaction.
3 + $30.00

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PlaySports 40" Fun Ball

 

Radio Flyer Racer



Radio Flyer Racer

Radio Flyer, Inc.
With its retro racecar styling, a real working hand brake and clutch for exciting freewheeling action, kids will feel like they're racing the real thing! Also includes real air tires for high performance traction and handling, and a three position adjustable racing seat. Promotes movement, coordination, and balance skills.
3-7 $120.00

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Daisy Trails Scooter™



Sport-Fun
With its large hard rubber wheels and non-skid plastic deck, kids will have an easy time learning to ride this scooter. Includes handle grips with streamers, a bell, sturdy kick stand, a plastic daisy basket and daisy stickers. Encourages independence and exploration of the environment.
3-6 $69.99

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Daisy Trails Scooter

 

Police Spin Drive™



Police Spin Drive

Sport-Fun
Children can experience the thrill of spinning with the safety of a stationary toy. The car comes fully loaded with interactive sounds, light bar in back with red and blue flashing lights, siren, microphone, printed police decals and working headlights. Allows children to explore cause and effect while stimulating available vision and auditory skills.
18-38 months $49.99

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Bounce-A-Roo™



Sport-Fun
This mini bouncer is great for both indoors and outdoors. It's made with a heavy-duty rubber inner tube and features extras strength straps for safety. Promotes muscle strength, coordination, and endurance.
4-7 $29.99

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Bounce-A-Roo

 

Hop-A-Roo™



Hop-A-Roo

Sport-Fun
Available in two sizes for different ages, kids will have a fun time hoping around on this ball with easy grip build in handles. It inflates easily with a hand or foot air pump, and inflating needle is including. Promotes body awareness while strengthening muscles.
4+ and 6+ $17.99

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Radio Flyer Navigator Wagon



Radio Flyer, Inc.
Two kids can fit comfortably in this large capacity, two-seat wagon. Features include doors that swing open and latch close, a storage compartment under rear seat, molded-in cup holders, extra-long handle for easy pulling, and real rubber tires. Promotes muscle development and strengthens gross motor skills.
1 1/2 + $70.00

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Radio Flyer Navigator Wagon

 

Blue's Clues Playhouse



Blue's Clues Playhouse

Hedstrom Corporation
Kids will have fun playing both inside and outside of this playhouse. An open window on end panel allows kids to peek out and parents to peek in. Encourages social interaction and creative play.
3-5 $19.99

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Roller 2 Inline Skates



Fisher Price, Inc.
These skates advance with preschoolers by transforming from traditional roller skates with 4 corner wheels for beginners, to inline skates for advanced skaters. They are adjustable to various shoe sizes. Great for polishing movement, coordination and balance skills.
3 + $23.99

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Roller 2 Inline Skates

 

Radio Flyer Kid-Sized Wagon



Radio Flyer Kid-Sized Wagon

Radio Flyer, Inc.
Kids will find a ton of uses for this classic Radio Flyer Wagon. It features medium-sized, seamless, steel body with no-scratch edges, full size handles that are safe and easy to grip, and its controlled turning radius prevents tipping. Builds strength, coordination, and awareness of the environment.
1 1/2 + $30.00

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