The 10 Best Balance Stepping Stones For Kids
This wiki has been updated 15 times since it was first published in May of 2020. These stepping stones for kids encourage active and imaginative play that is crucial for the development of gross motor skills, such as balance and coordination, while providing hours of fun. But note that, as with any jumping or climbing apparatuses, they should only be used under adult supervision, and in spaces where there is no danger of falling on something hard or sharp. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.
1. Special Supplies Coordination Blocks
2. JumpOff Jo Rocksteady
3. Hapinest Turtle Game
Editor's Notes
August 26, 2020:
Before we go into details about specific models here, we should point out that all of the toys mentioned in our list are for ages three years and above, and should only be used under the supervision of an adult. As with any climbing, jumping, or balancing equipment, there is always some degree of danger regarding falling or slipping, and therefore a responsible adult should set up and check all apparatus before allowing children to use it, ensuring there is no danger of them falling on something hard or sharp, and stay with the youngsters as they play. Many of our suggestions, such as the JumpOff Jo Rocksteady, the EdX Education Step-A-Trail, and the Yes4All Stability Pods are actually strong enough for use by adults, so you may choose to play along with your little ones.
Stepping stones are a fabulous way to encourage imaginative play in children. Whether the floor is lava or shark-infested water, or there's just a giant canyon where the ground once was, there are countless ways for young ones to entertain themselves with only their imagination to limit them. If you're looking for a choice that will suit a range of age groups, the Gonge River Stone Set and the Special Supplies Coordination Blocks are great selections as their sides have varying gradients, so young ones can hop across the gradual slopes and older ones can challenge themselves with a steeper rise. The latter is a bit more expensive, however, we ranked it higher as it has double the number of bricks compared to the former.
For those who want to encourage learning through play, the Sportime Step-N-Stones kit is ideal for math and number games as the pods have the figures one to six printed on them. This set isn't as useful for balance and strength activities though, as the air-filled domes are designed to flatten when stood on. On the other hand, the Hapinest Turtle Game has fun educational value through its turtle facts and promotes physical activity via its action cards. It also includes a handy travel bag, so it's a convenient toy to take to a friend's house or to the beach.
Special Honors
Antsy Pants Stepping Stones These colorful stepping stones are made of durable foam, making them soft to the touch. They are only three inches high, so are easier for kids to traverse than higher models. The base is wider than the top, which helps them to stay in place when youngsters jump from one to another. target.com
4. Gonge River Stone Set
5. National Geographic Obstacle Course
6. EdX Education Step-A-Trail
7. Sportime Step-N-Stones
8. Playzone-Fit Obstacle PLZ.605
9. Milliard Six Pack
10. Yes4All Stability Pods
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