Nursery World - Enabling Environments: Tried and Tested

Early years settings took a range of wheeled toys for a spin and told Nicole Weinstein what they found.

Wheeled toys are irresistible to children of all ages. Not only does the child experience pleasure when riding a bike, a trike or a scooter, they are also developing their muscles, sense of balance, spatial awareness and hand-eye co-ordination. Ensuring that children have access to a large selection of multiple wheeled vehicles, offering comfort and challenge, will encourage social interaction and development and support their relationships with peers.

PLASMA CAR

REFLECTIONS ON LEARNING

AGE: 2+

PRICE: £49.99

CONTACT: 01732 773399 or www.reflectionsonlearning.co.uk

A space-age design vehicle that moves forward as the child pulls and pushes the steering wheel. Works best on a smooth surface.

Tested by Barton Primary and Nursery School, Torquay, Devon

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