Toys to enhance physical development and coordination
Musical toys
Animal-themed playset
Interactive vehicles
Familiar neighbourhood vehicles
Foot-to-floor ride-on toys
Why your baby will enjoy this toy now:
As your toddler develops better coordination and balance, ride-ons offer great practice. Climbing on and off, pushing forward and back-such actions strengthen leg muscles right along with motor skills. And of course, getting from one place to another is an excellent way to foster independence.
What you can do to help your baby learn more with:
At first, you may need to put your child on this ride-on; eventually, she’ll be able to get on and off by herself, but it will be reassuring to have you right nearby for her first experiences.
For her first trips, clear a path behind this ride-on: children push backwards before they move forward because it takes more strength and coordination to move forward; that will come in time.
To encourage her to move forward and enhance her self-confidence, prepare a "route" for your child to follow. Clear a path, then stand a few feet in front of her and say encouragingly, "Come this way, come over here." And then move a few feet further, encourage her to reach another guidepost, and so on.
Help her understanding of directions by using simple words to describe actions: stop, go, get on, get off, go forward.
Allow your child to take this ride-on when you go on walks around your neighbourhood-it provides an excellent opportunity for exercising large motor skills, coordination and her sense of balance.
In the months to come, your child will want to incorporate this "set of wheels" into her role play adventures, riding it to the store, school, or wherever her imagination takes her. Encourage her play by waving bye-bye, wishing her a safe trip, helping her to steady a doll or stuffed animal on the seat, or perhaps even sending her on an "errand."
All children develop at their own pace, and reach milestones at different times. The highlights mentioned in this web site are meant as approximate guidelines only. If you have any questions about your child's development, consult your healthcare provider.
