Outdoor aids
Fun and games outdoors
There is a wide range of outdoor aids for children that allow them to have a relaxing time in the garden or park and enjoy hobbies. Here are some examples and their useful applications:
1. wheelchairs and rollators
Use: For children with mobility impairments, special outdoor wheelchairs and rollators enable participation in outdoor activities such as walks in the park or garden.
Benefits: They promote independence and allow children to explore the outdoors and have social interactions.
2. gardening tools for children
Use: Child-friendly gardening tools (e.g. small shovels, rakes, watering can, possibly with special handles for children with limited motor skills) enable children to help in the garden and learn more about plants and nature.
Benefits: Promotes a sense of responsibility, motor skills and an understanding of the environment.
3. bicycles and tricycles
Use: Bicycles and tricycles are great tools to promote mobility and have fun at the same time. They can be used in parks or on safe paths.
Benefits: Improves coordination, balance and endurance.
4. swings, climbing frames and play equipment
Use: Climbing frames, slides, swings etc. in the garden offer opportunities for physical activity and play. There are swing seats specially designed to meet the needs of children who cannot sit independently, e.g. with a harness system, or nest swings that can be attached to any swing set. So everyone can have fun together.
Benefits: Promotes motor skills, balance and social interaction with other children.
5. outdoor sports equipment
Use: Equipment such as balls, frisbees or badminton sets can be used in the garden or park.
Benefits: Promotes playing together, coordination and mobility.
6. sandbags and water balloons
Use: These can be used for various outdoor games, such as throwing games or water balloon fights.
Benefits: Promotes hand-eye coordination and makes outdoor play exciting and fun.
7. nature observation equipment
Use: Binoculars, magnifying glasses or insect observation kits can be used to explore nature and learn more about animals and plants.
Benefits: Promotes interest in nature and is simply fun
8. barrier-free playgrounds
Use: These playgrounds are designed to be accessible to children with different abilities. They offer special play equipment that is suitable for all children.
Benefits: Promotes inclusion and allows children with disabilities to play together with others.
9. outdoor art and craft materials
Use: Materials such as chalk, paints or natural materials can be used to be creative outdoors.
Benefits: Encourages creativity and allows children to explore their environment in new ways.
10. water-repellent sitting, lying and storage options
Use: Those who prefer a more relaxed environment can make themselves comfortable on outdoor beanbags or mats and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine.
Benefits: Relaxation in the fresh air.
Tips from the community:
Our son loves the outdoor swing seat from Sport Thieme. It offers him lateral support and is safe and comfortable thanks to an integrated harness system. The swing is also popular with his siblings, so it's not just for children with disabilities.
What would spring and summer be without our outdoor beanbag from Fatboy? We have also purchased the matching Rock 'n Roll swing base. It's fun for the whole family.
As our son (3 years old) has spasticity in his right hand but can sit freely, the remote control of the tractor allows us to take over the steering for him. He likes to take his twin sister with him in the trailer, so the tractor provides an opportunity for them to meet at eye level while playing.
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