Active Toys

Sports equipment,  active toys,  and outdoor toys  are very important for keeping a child healthy and fit in an increasingly technocentric world. These are the types of toys that get kids off the couch and outside when the weather is nice. Not only are toys like these important for a child's health and well-being, but they are a key step in a child's development. For young children, they help develop fine and gross motor skills, and for older kids, they teach teamwork, healthy competition, and individuality. Moreover, getting a child interested in sports can lead to their involvement in extracurricular activities throughout their academic career and set them up to lead healthier lifestyles as adults.

Quick Suggestions for All the Seasons

Summer

Boogie boards,  pool floats,  inflatable pools,  and other water toys  will keep your child cool and cheery. Pool toys are a great way to beat the heat, as long as the child has swimmies  and proper supervision. Scooters,  in-line skates,  and  sand boxes  are also great for summertime.

Spring and Fall

Tricycles  or bikes,  bouncy balls,  outdoor playsets,  and playhouses  fit the bill. Also look for mini sports equipment such as footballs, baseball bats, and basketball hoops.

For Wintertime

Sleds,  ice skates,  and skis  are a great ideas for outings with an adult.

For Year-Round Active Fun

A powered ride-on vehicle  can be a blast for a little kid, as can juggling toys,  hula hoops,  and miniature basketball hoops.  Toys that get kids moving indoors or out mean that the fun never has to stop even if there is snow on the ground.

Buying Guides

Click on one of the guides below to learn more about each product. To see a full listing of ShopWiki guides on sporting equipment, please see Sports and Recreation.

Snow Sleds

Skateboarding & Inline Skating

Electric & Gas Scooters

Kid's Bicycles

Ride On Toys

Outdoor Play Equipment

Beach Games

Water Toys

Backyard Games

Trampolines