A Mighty Girl's top picks of toys and games to keep kids active indoors while sheltering in place.
With winter weather here, kids are getting fewer opportunities for active play — which means they might be crawling up the walls! That means this holiday is the perfect opportunity to pick up a toy or game that gets her feet moving and her heart pumping, even if she can't head outside. To help you find the perfect options for your kids, we've featured our favorite indoor active play toys and games in this blog post. Whether she's climbing through a play tunnel, finding her center with a balance board, or even trying a little (foam) axe throwing, she'll love having a few new activities to try from the safety of home!
If you're eager to stay active outdoors all year round, you can also find many active outdoor toys in our Outdoor Play section.
Indoor Active Play Games and Toys
Tinkle Crinkle Soft Activity Ball
Tinkle Crinkle Soft Activity Ball
Roll, squish, and explore textures with this gorgeous soft activity ball from GUND. This 7" ball features characters from the Tinkle Crinkle Collection and lots of different-textured fabric, ribbons, and more for kids to explore. It's specially designed to be safe for infants and toddlers! Plus, parents will love that it's machine washable, just in case.
Sensory Ball 4-Pack Mega Set
Sensory Ball 4-Pack Mega Set
Toddlers and preschoolers will love exploring these sensory balls from Edushape! Four 4" balls in bright colors have a surface texture that makes them easy to grip and encourages interaction with older children and adults. The nubbed texture is also perfect for massage stimulation. You'll be amazed at all of the ways you think of to use these seemingly simple sensory balls.
Baby Play Mat
Baby Play Mat
Give your wiggly little explorer a soft, safe place to play with this adorable baby play mat from Baby Care! This colorful non-slip play mat offers plenty of fun details, with a city scene on one side and an alphabet / numbers chart on the other. It's available in two sizes — 73 by 49 inches and 83 by 55 inches — to provide plenty of space to play. Plus, parents will appreciate that it's waterproof and wipes clean easily in case of accidents, and that it's BPA, phthalate, lead, and latex free. It's even fully recyclable when your baby finally outgrows it!
Skip Hop Baby Activity Center
Skip Hop Baby Activity Center
Keep your baby busy from head to toe — from four months old to the toddler years — with this activity center from Skip Hop! This easy to assemble activity center includes toys that can be placed anywhere on the ring and a seat that can rotate 360 degrees to keep kids exploring. Then, as babies get bigger, this activity center grows with them. Take out the seat and use it as a cruising table, where kids can steady themselves with one hand as they play with toys with the other. Finally, flip the foot platform up to turn it into a child-sized table with a plastic chalkboard surface to draw on!
3 in 1 Pop Up Play Tent
3 in 1 Pop Up Play Tent
She'll have a ball with this 3-in-1 set that includes two play tents and a tunnel! This set from UTEX is made from high grade 190T polyester taffeta and includes one 34" tall pyramid play tent with mesh windows and a roll-up flap door; one 28.5" square play tent with several round entry ports and peek-a-boo circles in one side; and a tunnel that's almost 6 feet long. Use all three pieces separately, or join them together in a variety of ways to create a play space she'll love. You can even add balls to make it an indoor ball pit! When playtime is done, all of the pieces collapse into a compact storage bag.
Soft Building Blocks Toddler Playset
Soft Building Blocks Toddler Playset
Get stacking with this big but soft blocks from ECR4Kids! The SoftZone stacking block set includes twelve colorful cubes. All twelve are made with a dense foam core that holds up to tough play, but is soft and light enough to be safe. They're covered in a polyurethane material that's colorful, easy to clean, and phthalate free. They're the perfect choice for stacking fun in either home or classroom! And for another SoftZone set — this one designed to get kids climbing, sliding, and rolling — check out the Soft Climb and Crawl Set.
Melissa & Doug Wooden Shape Sorting Grocery Cart
Melissa & Doug Wooden Shape Sorting Grocery Cart
There's so much learning to explore with this wooden shape sorting grocery cart from Melissa & Doug! This push cart is just the right heart for new little walkers, so it's great for developing gross motor skills, but there's much more to discover. The 16-piece set includes the wooden cart, which has a built-in matching game roller drum and a cup holder, 2 wooden chunky puzzle boards, 12 wooden chunky shape-sorting/puzzle pieces, and a play coffee cup with lid. Kids can practice fine motor skills and problem solving, learn about colors and shapes, and even experiment with sorting and sequencing, all with one cheerful, colorful toy.
Brilliant Basics Corn Popper Push Toy
Brilliant Basics Corn Popper Push Toy
The classic Fisher Price corn popper has been a hit with generations of kids! Push this toy and the colorful balls pop and fly, providing encouragement for new walkers. The faster she goes, the faster the popping action! The new version also includes electronic lights and sounds for a little extra fun. Toddlers are sure to love this perennial favorite.
Scoot Around Wood Bike
Scoot Around Wood Bike
Get around with some speedy foot power with this four-wheeled ride-on bike from Hape! This sturdy ride-on is stable enough for the littlest riders, and has rubberized wheels so it won't leave marks on floors, making it perfect for indoor fun. As kids roar around, they're also building their muscle strength and balance! Plus, parents will love that the sturdy wood construction ensures that it lasts — and that it's made from FSC-certified wood and finished with water-based paints.
Classic Walker Wagon
Classic Walker Wagon
Get your little one toddling with this classic walker wagon from Radio Flyer! It's stable enough to support new walkers, and the front bumper helps protect furniture once your toddler starts roaring around. Most toddlers love fill and spill play, and the large capacity of this walker wagon will let them move their favorite toys wherever they want to go. Plus, parents will love the nostalgic solid wood and bright red paint job.
Chomp and Clack Alligator Push Toy
Chomp and Clack Alligator Push Toy
Learning to walk is extra fun with these chompy alligators! With every step, the alligators take turns chomping, making a satisfying clack when your little one moves; non-skid wheels ensure she won't take a tumble. When she's not on the go, the handle also features spinning beads to catch her attention. Plus, parents will love the colorful, non-toxic finishes.
Dancing Alligator Pull Toy
Dancing Alligator Pull Toy
This cheerful gator clicks, clacks, and bounces up and down as it gets pulled around the house! The fun motion and sounds make it the perfect companion for all her indoor adventures, while parents will appreciate the renewable materials and non-toxic finishes. For another fun option, check out the Pull-Along Snail, also for ages 1 to 3. Kids will love watching how its movement changes when they speed up or slow down.
Wheely Hedgehog Ride-On
Wheely Hedgehog Ride-On
Who wouldn't want to take a spin on this adorable hedgehog ride-on from Prince Lionheart? The Wheely Hedgehog has multidirectional casters, making it easy to maneuver, and a sturdy wooden base that's built to take on even the roughest rider. It's easy to clean with its removable, washable cover, and soft to sit on, making it perfect for burning off extra energy indoors. Get ready for some fast, serious fun!
Memory Foam Ball Pit
Memory Foam Ball Pit
Bring the fun of a ball pit home with this soft, elegant ball pit playpen from Four Clover! This 35" diameter ball pit is made from premium non-toxic memory foam and super soft velvet fabric that's removable and machine washable, just in case. Just add balls in any color — 200 to fill the ball pit halfway — to create a place for her to nestle in, bury toys, or snuggle up! The included balls fill the pit halfway so there's still plenty of room for her and all the toys she wants to bring in with her. With a variety of colors to choose from, you can find the perfect one for your child's space.
Deep Sea Adventure Activity Center
Deep Sea Adventure Activity Center
Explore all the wonders under the sea with this wooden toddler activity center from Manhattan Toy! The Deep Sea Adventure wooden toddler toy is packed full of fun, ocean-themed motor skill activities: sea creature gliders, springy coral flaps, spinning gears, bead runs, and clacking clams. Colorful graphics encourage kids to explore every inch of this 21" tall toy which is built to be stable for kids who are just getting steady on their feet. Plus, parents will love that the bright graphics are all done in water-based, non-toxic finishes.
Ball Pit Playpen with Basketball Hoop
Ball Pit Playpen with Basketball Hoop
Enjoy some sensory fun and practice shooting hoops with this ball pit from Kuuqa! This 4 foot diameter ball pit is easy to set up and has high walls to help contain all the ball pit fun. She can rummage around in the balls or stand up to dunk one in the basket! When playtime is done, this pit collapses down and tucks away inside the zippered storage pouch. Please note: balls not included.
Foldable Wooden Activity Climber Set
Foldable Wooden Activity Climber Set
Kids can climb, slide, rock, and more with this 5 in 1 wooden activity set from Tiny Land! A sturdy triangular frame can be connected with a reversible board that can serve as either a climbing structure or as a slide. Add in the arch that you can flip one way to be a climber, or the other to use as a rocker. With a 132 pound weight limit, kids can get years of active play from this set. Plus, you can fold it all up to tuck away when playtime is done!
Sit 'n' Spin
Sit 'n' Spin
You can have tons of twirling fun with this Sit 'n' Spin from Playskool! The classic toy has been redesigned so it's easier to spin and sturdy enough to hold up to plenty of playtime. Kids can spin fast or slow; it's all controlled by them! And parents will love that they're building balance and coordination — and burning off energy — as they do it.
Monkey Around Wiggle & Giggle Game
Monkey Around Wiggle & Giggle Game
Get your little monkeys wiggling and giggling with this first game from Peaceable Kingdom! In Monkey Around, kids have to perform the different actions they draw on Monkey Cards, from clapping their hands to hopping backwards to balancing the stuffed banana on their food — or, they might draw a "together task" and have to join up with a friend to shake hands or show one another surprised faces. This fast-paced, funny, and energetic game is perfect to get little kids burning off energy!
Rody Horse
Rody Horse
A friendly horse for a bouncy ride! Rody is made of super strong latex-free vinyl, so kids can ride the range with as much enthusiasm as they want. You can inflate the Rody Bouncing Horse to a maximum saddle height of 12", but that's adjustable to the child's height, so preschoolers of all sizes can enjoy this ride-on toy. As they bounce, they're also learning coordination and balance... and burning off energy!
STEM Discovery Ball Table
STEM Discovery Ball Table
Get ready to explore levers, catapults, pulleys, and more with the STEM Discovery ball table from Step2! This clever table includes all sorts of exciting ways to move the balls, each of which teaches kids a little bit about movement, force, and cause and effect while they play. Since it's big enough for more than one kid to play at once, it's great for fostering social skills, too! You can even use it as a water table; a convenient drain plug at the bottom makes it easy to empty.
Step-a-Logs Balance Toy
Step-a-Logs Balance Toy
She can test her balance with this unique log balancing toy from Edx Education! These sturdy logs are connected by rope; you can lay them out in a straight line for new balancers or create one full of twists and turns as she builds confidence. They're easy for kids to move to make their own obstacle courses, too! When playtime is done, the six logs nest inside one another for easy storage and transportation. It's a fun way to encourage physical play! For more obstacles to keep her hopping, check out the Step-A-Forest 22-Piece Obstacle Course.
Up & Down Roller Coaster
Up & Down Roller Coaster
Enjoy roller coaster fun — while riding a unicorn friends — with this toddler roller coaster from Step 2! The Up & Down Roller Coaster has over 9 feet of track that securely locks the car's wheels, so she can use it all by herself. Wide non-slip steps and a sturdy back and foot rest ensure she's safe as she rides! Then, when playtime is over, you can easily pop it apart to tuck away in a shed, closet, or other storage space.
Radio Flyer 500 Car and Track
Radio Flyer 500 Car and Track
Get ready for the races with this versatile car and track set from Radio Flyer! The Radio Flyer 500 set includes a shiny red ride-on car and a six foot long racing track. Pull out the step, climb on the car, and glide down — or ride the car on its own. The racing track doubles as a dual track for toy cars; you can race a friend and see who gets down first! When playtime is done, everything packs up neatly for easy storage.
Easy Playhouse Castle
Easy Playhouse Castle
Spark their imaginations with this cardboard castle playhouse that they get to decorate themselves! This castle from Easy Playhouse is reversible, so kids can experiment with different colors and designs. Sturdy and durable, with a 32" square floor and two doors, four large windows, and four turrets, it's sure to spark plenty of imaginative pretend play — and plenty of artistic creativity. For another fun color-your-own playhouse, check out the Color Your Own Castle.
Elephant Balance Board
Elephant Balance Board
Kids can improve their balance and coordination with this sturdy wooden wobbly board from Waliki! This 19 by 9 inch balance board features a bright graphic of an elephant that will encourage kids to hop on. As they wobble, they'll have a ton of fun — and build coordination and balance skills, too. Parents will appreciate the sturdy wooden design... and how it helps kids burn off energy when they need to!
Teeter Totter / Climbing Bridge
Teeter Totter / Climbing Bridge
Enjoy some rocking and rolling fun — or some climbing adventures — with this combination teeter totter and climbing bridge from Simplay! As a teeter totter, up to four riders can play with seat levels that accommodate both toddlers and young kids. Side rail grips give kids a sense of security and stability. Then, flip it over for a 5-step bridge with textured stairs! Suitable for indoor or outdoor use, this flexible toy is sure to be a hit.
Wood Balance Board
Wood Balance Board
Give kids a fun way to wobble, balance, rock, and more with this balance board from Gentle Monster! This 35" long gently curved board is made from natural wood finished with water-based lacquer; it's sturdy enough to hold up to lots of enthusiastic play. It can be a wobble board, a rocker, or a bridge for active play; or, you can use it as a prop tunnel, mountain, or road for imaginative play! Plus, since it can hold over 400 pounds, you don't have to worry she'll outgrow it.
Rainbow Streamer
Rainbow Streamer
Jump, twirl, and spin and watch this gorgeous rainbow streamer from Sarah's Silks move! With 9 feet of colorful silk firmly attached to a wooden wand, kids can get hours of play with this streamer. It's also terrific for pretend play: it can be a fishing rod, a magic wand, or anything else her imagination creates. Fans of Sarah's Silks can also check out their 35" square playsilk for ages 3 to 9.
River Stone Set
River Stone Set
This set of stepping stones from Gonge provides a world of active pretend play! Inspired by stepping stones in a river, each side of the triangles vary in steepness and difficulty. Jump from stone to stone without touching the floor, and alter the position of the stones to create more challenging paths. The stones have a rubber rim on the base to add stability and prevent slipping, while also protecting indoor floors, but these stones can be used outdoors, too! This set comes with 3 large stones and 3 small stones. To add even more challenge to their stepping stone play, check out the Hillstops Stone Set with even taller stones!
Mini Micro Kickboard Scooter
Mini Micro Kickboard Scooter
Get your kid scooting with the Mini scooter from Micro Kickboard! This three-wheel, low-decked scooter is perfect for preschoolers. The "lean to steer" design allows kids to "surf" the sidewalk, improving balance and coordination. With its light weight, smooth ride, and fun colors, it's sure to be a hit with future speed demons!
Climbing Arch / Rocking Boat
Climbing Arch / Rocking Boat
This high-quality toy from labebe can be a climbing arch, a Viking boat, a fort, and so much more! The arch-shaped structure and wood slats are sturdy enough for kids to climb or rock on; they'll come up with all sorts of creative ways to use it in their play. Plus, parents will appreciate that all of the paints and stains are water-based and the durable wood construction can hold up to lots of kid play.
Enchanted Forest Pop-Up Tent
Enchanted Forest Pop-Up Tent
Inspire hours of fantastical pretend play with the Enchanted Forest play tent from Fun2Give! This play house is excellent for indoor or outdoor play and includes large front and rear openings, plus a removable roof. The built-in floor mat helps give the tent stability. At 35.5" square, it's just the right size for an imaginative hideaway, and its easily collapsible design means that you can quickly tuck it in the included carrying bag for storage or on-the-go fun.
EZ Can Steppers Toy
EZ Can Steppers Toy
Improve balance and coordination while you play with these low-rise stilts from Just Jump It! EZ Steppers feature a sturdy, wide based 4" platform; just step on, grab the ropes, and start walking. Simple in theory, but in practice it's excellent exercise and lots of fun. With adjustable ropes and platforms that are suitable for use both indoors and out, kids will get hours of activity out of these steppers.
Yoga Activity Blocks
Yoga Activity Blocks
Practice strength, balance, and focus through kid-friendly yoga with these activity blocks from Alex Toys! 24 yoga pose cards offer different levels of difficulty with their poses. Choose six to put into the pose block, then roll the pose and time blocks and see if you can hold the pose until the timer runs out! The timing block is color coordinated with the timers, so no reading skills are necessary to play. This set includes 2 fabric covered foam blocks, 24 double sided yoga pose cards, 3 plastic sand timers, and instructions.
Monkey Bars Tower
Monkey Bars Tower
Get your little monkey climbing with this easy to assemble but sturdy monkey bar set! The snap-together plastic tubs and connectors provide a little flex in case someone takes a tumble. Preschoolers will love the 48" high "lookout" tower at the top and the well-angled connecting rods that are just the right distance apart for little climbers. It's even light enough to move around the yard to catch sun, shade, or just to create the perfect play space for today!
Color Your Own Castle Playhouse
Color Your Own Castle Playhouse
They'll have fun building and decorating their very own castle from Easy Playhouse! This cardboard play structure is easy to assemble — only two pieces to put together and she'll be ready to color and play. Fun details like a dragon, a princess, pennants, and more offer her plenty of inspiration. Completed, it's 32" long, 32" wide, and 43.5" high, plenty big enough for lots of adventurous play.
Safe Bounce Trampoline
Safe Bounce Trampoline
This 3' trampoline from Little Tikes is the perfect way to help kids bounce out their energy — while staying safe! The large jumping surface is bouncy enough that kids will have hours of fun, but not so springy that kids will risk losing control. The built-in stability bar helps new jumpers stay steady, and the vinyl guard over the springs helps kids avoid finger pinches. It's a fun way to help busy preschoolers stay active, even when they can't get outside to play.
AirFort Inflatable Fort
AirFort Inflatable Fort
It just takes thirty seconds to create a fort with this inflatable fort that uses an ordinary household box fan! The AirFort is 6.5 feet in diameter and 4 feet tall, plenty large enough for multiple kids to play. With no floor, it's easy for kids to get in and out, and a mesh panel near the fan diffuses the air so it's not windy inside — and so that little fingers stay safely away from the fan blades. When playtime is done, the whole thing stuffs into a carrying bag that's the size of a folded pair of jeans!
Round Seesaw
Round Seesaw
With this round seesaw from Gonge, kids can enjoy wobbling sensory play alone or in pairs! This seesaw has a wide platform suitable for one or two children to ride, and two durable handles with foam padding for added safety. The rounded bottom makes it easy to rock but is stable enough that it's almost impossible to tip. It's a fun way to improve balance, build core muscles, and enjoy some active play!
Gymnastics Junior Kip Bar
Gymnastics Junior Kip Bar
Practice kips and back hip circles any time with this handy practice kip bar from Tumbl Trak! This junior kip bar features a 1 1/2" diameter solid maple bar, which adjusts from 38" to 59" in height to accommodate many ages of gymnasts. Three cross supports allow superior stability, and the 48" width allows for a standard 4 foot mat to be used underneath.
Magic Castle Inflatable Bouncer
Magic Castle Inflatable Bouncer
The Magic Castle is an ideal bounce house for backyards, indoors, sleepovers and more! This castle deflates to fit in a package about the size of a rolled sleeping bag and inflates in under two minutes for nearly instant bouncing fun. It's tough, too, so it's suitable for up to three kids (total 300 pounds.) The SafeSlope slide and 60" safety netting ensure that kids can bounce the day away safely.
Find Me Multi Color Tunnel
Find Me Multi Color Tunnel
Kids love crawling through tunnels, especially a bright colorful one like this one from Pacific Play Tents! This six-foot play tunnel is suitable for indoor or outdoor use, and collapses flat for easy storage when playtime is done. Padding for the sturdy spring frame and tough, flame-retardant nylon fabric ensure this tunnel will hold up! Plus, with a 19" diameter, it's big enough for kids to crawl through comfortably, inspiring hours of active play.
Walkie Talkies for Kids
Walkie Talkies for Kids
Let her stay in touch with you or her friends with this colorful set of three kid-friendly walkie talkies from Obuby! These walkie talkies have a huge transmitting range — up to 3 miles in open terrain or 0.5 - 1 mile in a residential area. Each walkie talkie has 22 channels reinforced by 99 CTCSS sub-codes to avoid others using the same frequency from being able to listen in or communicate with your kids. Kids will love the voice-activated VOX mode, the built-in flashlight and LCD screen, and the multiple call tones!
PlasmaCar
PlasmaCar
No pedals, gears or batteries... the award-winning PlasmaCar harnesses kid power! A toy that taps your child's inexhaustible energy to fuel big fun. Kids just turn the steering wheel from left to right and off they go! Once they stop turning the wheel, PlasmaCar slows down. And with a weight capacity of 220lbs, Mom and Dad might give it a try, too!
Flybar My First Foam Pogo Jumper
Flybar My First Foam Pogo Jumper
Bounce the day away with this fun pogo jumper from Flybar! The durable foam is safe for indoor or outdoor use and squeaks with every hop, while the bungee handle can stretch to fit any size child (or adult, when you just can't resist.) With comfortable handles and an easy bounce, the only limit on how long kids can hop is when they run out of energy.
Hopscotch Mat
Hopscotch Mat
Hop your day away with this hopscotch mat from Melissa and Doug! This 78.5 x 26.5 inch rug is colorful and durable. Skid-resistant backing ensures it stays put while kids are hopping, while a reinforced binding ensures the edges don't wear. It's even washable, just in case! Kids will love the standard version, with its colorful birds and fluffy white clouds, and you can also get it customized with your child's name for a perfect extra touch.
Spooner Freestyle Board
Spooner Freestyle Board
Replicate all your favorite board sports, in any location and on any surface — safely! The Spooner Freestyle Board is a virtually indestructible balance board that spins, flips, slides, wobbles and more. Improves core stability, balance, coordination and gross-motor skills. Kids from 3 to 15 will love practicing their skills with this versatile board!
Deluxe Indoor Playground
Deluxe Indoor Playground
Kids can swing, climb, pull-up, and more with this all-in-one indoor playground set from Gym1! Their patented core doorway unit installs quickly with no damage to door frame or walls, and includes a swing, a ladder, a rope, a trapeze, and rings. Just swap out attachments into plug and play silent carabiners in seconds. Doubly thick steel and first generation quality plastic ensure it's safe and sturdy, while the ropes prevent the gym from getting too noisy for indoor play.
Waliki Hopper Ball
Waliki Hopper Ball
People of all ages can have fun and build strength, coordination, and balance with this hopper ball from Waliki! This thick, durable hopper ball is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use and comes with a handle that makes it easier to keep your bounce under control. It's available in a variety of sizes, including 18", 20", and 22" diameter, suitable for preschoolers, school-aged kids, and tweens respectively. Plus, you'll love that the included double-action pump can inflate your hopper in five minutes so you can be bouncing in no time!
The Original Flying Turtle Scooter
The Original Flying Turtle Scooter
The fast, fun, kid-powered scooter! The Flying Turtle is perfect for indoor or outdoor play; the polyurethane wheels will work on most flat surfaces and won't mark floors. Kids move the scooter by swinging the handlebars side to side. Since kids are low to the ground on this scooter, you don't have to worry if they take a tumble! It's sure to provide hours of active play.
Balance Stepping Stones
Balance Stepping Stones
Hop, hop, hop across these stepping stones from National Geographic Kids! These brightly colored stepping stones are made from a unique foam formula that's sturdy and durable, but soft and lightweight. As kids step or hop across the stones, they'll develop their balance and coordination, and they make a great prop to prompt creative play. Plus, you can use them for either indoor or outdoor play!
Giant Connect 4 Game
Giant Connect 4 Game
The classic game of Connect 4 is even more fun in this giant version from Costzon! This plastic frame is 4 feet wide and 3 1/2 feet tall, designed to hold rings that are 5.5" across. Just like in the original game, you have to match four rings horizontally, vertically, or diagonally to win. Built-in ring holders and quick-release sliders make it easy to keep track of all the pieces and start a new game in a flash. It's available in multiple colors, perfect for indoor or outdoor play!
Heads Talk Tails Walk: A Silly Game of Sound and Movement
Heads Talk Tails Walk: A Silly Game of Sound and Movement
Can you hop like a frog while clucking like a chicken? Have a blast trying with this delightfully silly game from ThinkFun! Lay down the stack of body tiles and try to flip over a head tile that matches. If you don't have a match, everyone in the circle has to walk like the body while making a noise like the head! With no reading skills required, this game is perfect for preschoolers — but even adults will enjoy the hilarious results!
Tumbling Mat
Tumbling Mat
She'll go head over heels for this tumbling mat from Giantex! This 4' by 10' mat is perfect for a budding gymnast or martial artist, with 2" thick foam that helps absorb the bumps. The folding design makes it easy to store, while the PU leather surface is non-absorbent and easy to clean. Get ready to tumble your heart out!
Math Mat
Math Mat
Get kids to think on their feet with this interactive talking floor mat! Fast and crazy quiz games make learning math fun. Kids listen to the equation, do the math, and then step on the right answer. The game gets faster as their scores get higher! This mat includes three games with two skill levels that reinforce numbers, counting, addition, and subtraction up to the number 20.
Child's Yoga Mat
Child's Yoga Mat
Children love yoga, and it's a great way to teach balance, coordination, and calm — so why not get her a yoga mat that's just her size? These yoga mats from Gaiam are 60 inches long and 24 inches wide, just the right size for kids. Bright colors and fun patterns make them appealing to use, and kids will enjoy trying out the free yoga class you can download with the code inside.
Pancake Pile-Up Relay Game
Pancake Pile-Up Relay Game
Stack 'em high in this hilarious relay game from Educational Insights! Your customers have very specific tastes, so you've got to stack their pancakes just right. Race to the grill relay-style to get the elements you need for each order. Be the first team to serve up the right pancakes in the right order (with a pat of butter on top) to win! Kids will love racing to get the pancakes to and from the griddle, and carrying the pancakes on a spatula adds a fun dexterity element that is just difficult enough to keep kids challenged.
Ogodisk Max Set
Ogodisk Max Set
You can play all sorts of games — indoors, outdoors, and even in the pool — with the help of Ogodisk! The 15" mesh disks are like a mini trampoline for balls, but you can also through them like a Frisbee. Throw the disks back and forth, or use them to bounce the soft, safe Ogoball. The thin handle-like rim around the disks makes it easy to hold them, even for young players, and since the materials are all water-safe, you'll find all sorts of creative ways to play.
Deluxe Ring Toss / Quoits Set
Deluxe Ring Toss / Quoits Set
Kids and adults alike love a ring toss! This easily portable set allows you to play indoors, or carry it along when camping, tailgating, or enjoying a backyard barbecue. The rope rings are comfortable in the hand and easy to throw, while the target pegs easily assemble and disassemble for storage or transportation. This set from Elite Sportz includes 5 pegs with score numbers, 5 rope rings, and the compact carrying bag.
Yoga Pretzels
Yoga Pretzels
With these colorful illustrated cards, kids can learn the basics of yoga! Yoga Pretzels is a deck of sturdy cards, each of which teaches a move or pose through a series of drawings and easy-to-understand descriptions. The fifty cards are divided into nine sections: breaths, balance, stand, forward bend, twist and stretch, back bend, partner, game, and time in. Kids can try individual poses or put them together into their own series. It's a great way to encourage kids to get moving while exploring their quiet, contemplative sides.
Alphabet Marks The Spot Floor Game
Alphabet Marks The Spot Floor Game
Introduce kids to letters, sounds, alphabet order, and print concepts with 8 fun games thanks to this alphabet floor mat from Learning Resources! This 4.5 by 4.5 foot vinyl mat is colorful and appealing to kids, and provides an opportunity for them to get out some energy while also learning early literacy skills. Different games get kids rolling the illustrated giant dice or slapping down game markers as they practice letter recognition, matching upper and lower case, recognizing letter sounds, and much more. It's a high energy way to have fun with letters!
85-Piece Build and Play Fort Kit
85-Piece Build and Play Fort Kit
Create amazing forts with this 85-piece set from Obuby! Kids can easily pop the 54 sturdy plastic rods into the 31 child-safe joint balls to create frameworks for forts and other constructions, from domes to pyramids to castles and much more. Once they're creation is finished, top it off with a blanket to make the perfect fort — or take it apart to experiment with another shape. Plus, parents will love that it comes with an idea guide and a handy storage bag for when playtime is done!
Zax: The Foam Throwing Axe
Zax: The Foam Throwing Axe
Got a budding young lumberjack or Viking at home? They'll love the Zax from Zing! This 12" axe-throwing toy has soft foam suction cups, so it's safe to use indoors and out, but sticks to most flat surfaces. It's lightweight, easy to throw, and accurate, but it's small enough for even younger kids to give it a try. This set comes with a pair of Zax foam throwing axes and a target for hours of safe axe-throwing fun.
Street / Knee Hockey Set
Street / Knee Hockey Set
Nothing holds a good hockey fan down — not even poor conditions outside! This fun set can be used as a street hockey game outdoors, with adjustable sticks to fit a wide variety of kids, or for a game of knee hockey indoors with the mini sticks and a foam ball. The Insta-Set goals make it easy to set up a game at a moment's notice. Just be prepared loud cries of, "She shoots — she scores!"
Yoga Dice: A Game of Rolling and Posing
Yoga Dice: A Game of Rolling and Posing
Stretch your abilities and have some fun with the Yoga Dice from ThinkFun! Players roll dice to find out which pose they'll try and how many breaths they need to hold it. If they manage, they can move their tokens along the track — but roll the Focus symbol and the Focus token moves instead. Players will have to work together to get all their tokens to the end before the Focus token gets there! With 36 different poses to try, this game will help kids build flexibility and focus in a playful way.
Twister Ultimate Game
Twister Ultimate Game
Tie yourself up in knots with Twister Ultimate from Hasbro! This game includes the biggest Twister mat ever — a full 64 by 93 inches — with double the number of colored spots, providing more room for players and even more ridiculous positions! Enjoy classic Twister gameplay, or mix it up even further with two game options: Spot Elimination, which removes one row of colored dots from play, and Spinner's Choice, where the person who spins chooses the next move. The last player standing wins!
Diabolo Juggling
Diabolo Juggling
Diabolo juggling has been entertaining people for thousands of years, and with this set, you can give it a try! This diabolo set from Flight is a medium diabolo that's suitable for both beginners and experts. The 5" diameter, triple bearing diabolo will let you try a variety of tricks, while the 13.5" sticks and adjustable 72" rope allow this diabolo to fit well in the hands of players both young and old.
Juggling For The Complete Klutz
Juggling For The Complete Klutz
Learn to juggle with the flagship Klutz kit that taught a nation cool juggling tricks! This book, which has sold over two million copies, features step-by-step instructions and helpful pictures to teach you the basics of juggling. Then, learn how to do tricks, pass from one juggler to another, and even juggle objects like pins and scarves. The three aerodynamically-sound bean bags are the perfect first juggling toy — she'll be putting on a show in no time!
Crossed Signals Electronic Game
Crossed Signals Electronic Game
Ever try patting your head and rubbing your stomach? Then you're ready for Crossed Signals! With this electronic game, players hold two wands that they have to move according to light and voice commands, from moving each wand a different direction to shaking the wands to moving the wand in the opposite direction of the red X. Different game modes let you test your speed and accuracy, either alone or against friends and family. Or, you can play a dueling showdown where each player holds one wand and they compete to see who can respond to the commands fastest! This hilarious game, with can be played with 1 to 4 players, is perfect for family game night.
Self-Balancing Scooter Hoverboard With LED Lights
Self-Balancing Scooter Hoverboard With LED Lights
You can glide with ease with this self-balancing scooter hoverboard from Hover-1! This hoverboard has 6.5" wheels that are sturdy and stable, making it easier to control — and riders will love the glowing LED lights. It's designed to be easy for beginners to learn to ride, and with a weight range up to 220 pounds, both kids and adults can experiment. Once you get used to it, you can show off your skills and enjoy some tunes with the built-in BlueTooth speaker! Plus, you can download the app to adjust for your level of experience, enable GPS tracking, customize your LEDs, and much more.
Pindaloo Juggling Game
Pindaloo Juggling Game
Get in the loop with Pindaloo! This active coordination game includes two juggling balls and a curved Pindaloo tube. Toss a ball in, then flip it up and try and catch it in the tube for another round! How many loops can you do? Once you've mastered the basics, check out the different tricks you can do with Pindaloo. This coordination-building toy, perfect for both indoor and outdoor use, even acts as its own storage container thanks to the two included caps for the tube. Plus, all of the parts are made from recyclable plastic!
Balance Board Trainer
Balance Board Trainer
With the Revolution 101 balance board, you can balance, spin, and more — any where, any time! Its compact size and durable construction allow you to simulate the same motions you need to excel at board sports, from surfing to snowboarding, and build core strength, balance, and overall coordination. It's easy enough for beginners to use but provides plenty of challenge for those who want to test their skills. Plus, you'll love that it's designed and made in the USA!
Teen / Adult Hopper Ball
Teen / Adult Hopper Ball
Why should kids have all the fun? This durable, bouncy hopper ball from Waliki is 29" in diameter and has a weight limit of 250 pounds, perfect for teens and adults to play! You can quickly inflate the ball in under 5 minutes with the included pump, then enjoy bouncing all over while holding the handle for a little extra security. It's great exercise — and a fun way to bring a little play back into your life.
Round Wooden Wobble Balance Board
Round Wooden Wobble Balance Board
A little balance in your life goes a long way! This wooden balance board from Yes4All is a great choice for anyone who wants to improve their core strength, stability, functionality, and sense of balance. This 15.5” board is perfect for all feet sizes, even with shoes on, while the large bottom offers 360-degree rotation and can hold up to 300 pounds. It's an excellent tool to reduce back pain, improve posture, build leg strength, and increase range of motion — or just to keep bodies moving when they're stuck inside!
Additional Recommended Resources
- For more options for getting kids active indoors, check out our Indoor Active Play Collection.
- For play houses, tents, and other fun spaces, visit our Indoor Play Spaces Collection.
- For toys to enjoy during the winter weather, check out our collection of Snow & Winter Toys.
