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Outdoor toys

Advice on what to look for when choosing outdoor toys for your baby, plus the opportunity to purchase a range of childrens outdoor toys including baby swings, slides and trampolines.


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Playing outdoors is a great place for a toddler with lots of energy. Playing in a safe garden means that you and your baby can enjoy a relaxing and entertaining time.
  • Sit and ride toys - look for cars, trikes and tractors that have secret storage places and accessories that make noises. Pedals are not easy for under 2s so stick to foot-powered vehicles.


  • Sandpits - look for a sandpit with a lid and place it away from the house or you will have more sand indoors than outside. Some have built in seats which can make sand play more comfortable.


  • Paddling pools - suitable from when you child can stand up. Some have a canopy to keep the sun off your child. Ensure your child is supervised carefully.


  • Scooters - look for a scooter with a sturdy frame and wide wheels.


  • Play tents and tunnels - provide a safe place to play indoors, and out! Keep the sun and heat out.


  • Climbing frames - look for climbing frames with a toddler level that can be raised later for older children.


  • Swings -look for a strong tubular steel frame which can fit different sized swings that you can change as your child grows. Choose a high back seat to begin with and change for a junior size for years of play.


  • Slides - look for moulded plastic treads with grips for added safety and safety hand rails.

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Hi, we run a outdoor play equipment company and also have two very active boys, 4 and 2, and would like to offer our advice to anyone who wants info on this subject. Our website has lots of information too. www.activegarden.co.uk
added by marian [Tue 18th Sep 2007 @ 10:18:24]





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