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ACTIVE TOY GUIDE 2014
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Special thank-you to our Toy Expert Tracy Bosche from Zippity Zoom Toys and official Active Toy Testers Axeleena (4), Magnus (4), Genny (5), Sabe (6), Baer (7), Emmett (7), Tomas (9), Ethan (10), Mattea (11), Sarah (12), and Christian (13) for helping make the 2014 Active Toy Guide! The products described in this guide were found at, but not limited to, outlets such as Walmart, Canadian Tire, Toys ‘R’ Us, Zippity Zoom Toys, Target, Sport Chek, Chapters, Superstore, Cabella’s as well as online on Amazon.ca, Hearthsong.com, Mastermindtoys.com, Mindgames.ca, and Outsetmedia.com. Prices and availability are subject to change and location.,
We know a little active play goes a long way toward their health, happiness and success!
This holiday season, do just one thing to increase physical activity for the children and youth in your life. Give them a gift that inspires them to move.
Saskatchewan in motion’s Active Toy Guide features a variety of toys, for all age groups to get more kids, more active, more often.
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mElISSa & dOUg mOnStER BOwlIng
waBOBa ExtREmE Ball
SOcK mOnKEY pOppER RUBBaBU BallJust squeeze the sock monkey’s belly to launch the soft foam balls. The harder you squeeze, the farther it shoots - up to 20’. Sock Monkey Popper is air powered and safe for both indoor and outdoor play.
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It’s easy to play catch with these oversized foam monster mitts and a colorful tennis ball.
catch ‘n StIcK mOnStER mIttS
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Have endless fun at the beach, pool, or lake with this high speed ball that bounces on water!
Rubbabu’s hand made natural foam toys in simple shapes and bright colours are loved by kids and parents alike. Tactile and bendable, they offer endless play value and learning.
There is lots of action in this version of hockey! Goals, blocking the puck and defending your goal right in your own home! The carpet puck has a smooth base and foam to bounce off walls for some real puck action!
Don’t usually get that “warm and fuzzy” feeling when bowling? Well, that’s about to change! Our amazingly creative monster bowling set adds colour, texture and a whole lot of eyes to a familiar game!
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Perfect for basement hockey. The base of the puck is made from an ultra-smooth plastic designed to slide over carpet. The outer edge of the puck is covered in soft, high-density foam, which allows it to safely bounce off walls, baseboards, and people.
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Kids Scavenger Hunt is an active play game for indoors or outdoors. This means that children can play rain or shine! Kids actively seek objects based on the cards in their hand.
They’re the latest thing in bike accessories. BrikeBrightz add bright beautiful beams of light to your bike. Riding is a whole new experience!
“It was awesome. I loved running around the neighbourhood finding stuff!”
– Ethan -10
Slap ShOtzThis unique hand held blade develops real hockey skills while the non-marking foam ball makes this game safe to play indoors. The perfect gift for any hockey fan!
tOqUE & mIttEnSKids will be excited to bundle up to play outside with a new toque and mittens!
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actIvE StOcKIng StUffERS
KIdtEStEd!
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Available in 4 bright colors, it provides endless hours of nighttime entertainment, for everyone from the serious athlete to your crazy Uncle Max. Great for lawn, park, and beach games!
Wave Hoops make hooping cool with their holographic colours and liquid core
Perfect hula hoop for all ages
Staying balanced on a unicycle looks impossible at first, but once mastered, it’s almost like riding a bicycle, and far more interesting!
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If you’re looking for a gift that goes anywhere, and doesn’t require batteries or a plug, you may be interested in the new Ridley’s House of Novelties Table Top Ping Pong set. It’s nostalgia-inducing retro packaging will remind you of the olden days.
This classic game adds a twist of fun with friends and family by tying everyone into knots!
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dOUBlE dUtch ROpESDouble the ropes, double the fun! Challenge the master skipper you know by giving them Double Dutch skipping ropes.
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Hop! Ever since their arrival in 1971, kids can’t stop bouncing on these irresistible jump balls. This Hop Ball provides great physical activity opportunities both indoors and on smooth safe outdoor surfaces. What kid can resist bouncing around on the Hop ball?
chInESE jUmp ROpE
The Yomega Power Brain XP is two high performance yo-yos in one! Designed for both beginner and intermediate play, this yo-yo uses a “Smart Switch” to enable the player to chose between automatic and manual function.
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hOp Ball
Kids Charades is a classic party game that develops critical thinking skills and builds imagination. Instant fun and laughter for the whole family.
The Chinese Jump Rope is hopping good fun! The latest classic game of agility, balance and coordination! Versatile, engaging and always fun.
Who doesn’t like sidewalk chalk? Head outdoors and create sidewalk masterpieces, or draw sidewalk games such as hop-scotch and four square!
“Good game that was easy for the younger kids to understand. The clues
were fun to act out!!” – Christian -13
KIdtEStEd!
actIvE claSSIcS
KIdS chaRadES
famIlYfUn!
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This easy to fly traditional kite will make a kite flier out of even the youngest in your party gang.
Colorful lily pads and frogs make every jump exciting in this hopscotch set! Eight jigsaw foam pieces snap together to make a simple, padded hopping course that’s ideal for indoor or outdoor use.
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SlInKYThe slinky can perform a number of tricks, including traveling down a flight of steps end-over-end as it stretches and re-forms itself with the aid of gravity and its own momentum.
Act out! Family Charades is a great acting game that gets you moving! There will be oodles of laughter for the whole family
Prepare yourself for a thrill and a skateboard experience like no other. The Skatro board is indeed the best mini cruiser around!
“I like to practice hopping on one foot!”
– Axeleena -4
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BBOp Ball ImagInaRIUm BOUncEY hORSE
StatS fOam matS
The Imaginarium Bouncey Horse promotes balance and coordination while providing a fun workout for little ones!
Bounce, bop, and bump with the Buddy Bounce Outdoor Play Ball (BBOP)! Kids have a blast with this play ball that gets them moving and laughing, bumping and bouncing. Adult supervision recommended.
Here’s an exciting book packed with facts about nature, ideas for outdoor activities, and fun-to-do crafts projects that will keep boys interested and busy all year around.
thE BOYS BOOK Of advEntURE
Get ready for active fun! Bop and play like bumper cars, but for indoors! Blow up the inflatable ring, and jump inside to bop, sock and bump! Fun for everyone!
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“This is the most awesome book!
– Baer -7
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Provides a soft place for active play. Great for indoor and outdoor use!
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BOppERS
KIdtEStEd!
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cRazY fORtS flExI fORtSChildren of all ages love building fun structures where they can play endlessly in their imaginary world. And Crazy Forts makes play so easy and so much fun.
tEEtER pOppER
Improve balance and coordination with a sturdy wooden rocking board. Perfectly sized for little feet.
Arouse curiosity, stimulate the senses and engage the imagination with the new Teeter Popper! This unique toy improves core strength, balance, coordination and gross-motor skills all in one. Play with Teeter Popper by rocking it, rolling it, sitting in it, or standing on it for endless fun.
jUmpaROO BOIng jUmpIng StIcKBOING! BOING! BOING! Scrape the clouds on this new-and-improved version of a classic favorite! OK, so maybe it can’t reach the clouds, but it IS capable of 24” leaps, with a little practice.
Indoor and Outdoor Fun for kids and adults together! Family Scavenger Hunt is a great way for the family to go on an adventure as soon as the box is opened.
famIlY ScavEngER hUnt In a BOx
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dOdgE tagDodge Tag is the ultimate 2-player DodgeBall game! Players throw the soft, safe balls and try to stick them to their opponent’s vests. Run, dodge and throw. If the ball sticks, it’s a hit!
thE KIdS OUtdOOR advEntURE BOOKA fun, hands on approach to getting involved in nature, The Kids’’ Outdoor Adventure Book is a year-round how-to activity guidebook for getting kids outdoors and exploring nature
thE gIRlS BOOK Of advEntUREThis book is packed with color illustrations, things to make and do, and ideas for outdoor activities for girls who like the outdoors and nature.
“This game is sweet!” – Tomas -9
plaSmacaRA unique ride-on toy. Put your feet up, steer and away you go. No Pedals, gears or batteries needed. Experience bowling in a 3rd dimension and play WHEN and WHERE you want. Whether you are on
asphalt, sand, grass, water or in the snow - every surface you will face new challenges. Throw the Cross Boules on tables, stairs, benches .... Utilizes the most interesting spots in the city or in nature. Simply toss and have fun!!
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aRE actIvE vIdEO gamES EffEctIvE at gEttIng KIdS mORE actIvE?gOOd qUEStIOn!If you ask us…nothing can replace the fresh air, sunshine and rosy cheeks of an afternoon playing outdoors with friends and family.
BUt, what dO thE ExpERtS SaY?Active Healthy Kids Canada (AHKC) provides solid evidence and a uniquely Canadian perspective on child and youth physical activity. Individuals and organizations of all kinds have come to rely on Active Healthy Kids Canada as the “go-to” source for knowledge, insight and understanding.
Active Healthy Kids Canada does not recommend active video games as a strategy to help kids be more physically active.
• Playing active video games doesn’t lead to increased overall daily physical activity levels.
• Active video games may get heart rates up, but they’re not significantly helping kids get to the 60 minutes of moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity required each day.
• Kids find active video games appealing, but the appeal wears off over time and many don’t stick with them.
• Active video games don’t offer the fresh air, vitamin D, connection with nature and social interactions that come with outdoor active play.
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SmaRt Ball lEapBand actIvItY tRacKER
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Attach your music player and dance away to your favourite One Direction songs.
The Smart Ball, with built-in radar gun, can measure the speed of every pitch kids throw! Official size and weight ball clocks their pitching speed up to 105 mph.
Discover the only activity tracker made for kids that encourages active play and healthy habits with 50 fun challenges, featuring a customizable pet pal.
Can you dance while: opening a present, playing an accordion, riding a horse? In this new party/family game the object is to dance like the description! Use the music provided or play your own favorite tunes!
Children will have their character blast off and explore the galaxy in a spaceship powered by their steps. The more active the child is, the more they can explore and the more rewards they can earn.
twIStER dancE RavEHit the dance floor with today’s newest tracks and create new dance moves with your friends! You can connect your own MP3 player for even more music to boogie along to.
actIvE ElEctROnIc tOYS
famIlY fUn!
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SOccER challEngE BOp It! xtEdU ScIEncE dIgItal mEtal dEtEctOR
Enjoy the great outdoors by going on an interactive treasure hunt. The Garmin Etrex Geocaching Bundle will give you the tools you need to search for geocaching treasures!
Discover cool underground loot with this easy-to-use metal detector. Spend a day outside and see what you find!
Bring a favourite game indoors. Electronic goal keeps score and provides audio feedback. Includes a hanging electronic mat and soft indoor soccer ball.
It’s time to get moving. Can you keep up as the tempo revs? It’s up to you to “pull it”, “bop it”, “twist it” — or “flick it”, “spin it”, “shake it”! Play solo or challenge your friends and family.
KInEct fOR xBOx 360Kinect for Xbox 360 is changing the game. Well, it’s changing how you play games. And how you watch TV. And movies. And listen to music. Because with Kinect, there are no controllers. Or remotes. There’s just you.
jUSt dancE 3Just Dance is back and the party is bigger than ever before. The new Just Dance 3 gives a new twist to the already spontaneous and outrageous dance game.
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YOUR kids need at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day!
To make it easy, go to saskatchewaninmotion.ca and click on re:activity.
Re:activity is a multi-media memo to parents that provides lots of great ideas, tips, support and inspiration to keep kids moving!
Wanna get the kids moving? Push2Play® is a one-of-a-kind active play resource for families, classroom & PE teachers, activity leaders and caregivers. Really, it’s perfect for anyone who cares that kids are swapping screen time for play time. The app rewards active play and is full of fun tips for simple, unstructured outdoor play (or indoor play if it’s that kinda day). And ... it uses the kids’ screens to get them moving in a healthier direction!
Visit push2play.ca today or download the Push2Play® iPhone app for games in your pocket - anywhere, anytime!
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Let’s Roll! Not a luge, not a bike, not a scooter, the EzyRoller moves like a snake, without chains or pedals, using easy right-left leg movements.
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cRaYOla BEan Bag tOSSCrayola Bean Bag Toss is tons of outdoor fun for kids! Each kit includes chalk, game accessories, rules and idea sheet
thE SnOwBall SlIngShOtThis is the snowball-hurling slingshot that brings snowball battles into the 21st century.
mInI OgOdISKOh Go Outside! These award winning foam rings with their high strength elastic membrane encourage children to go outside and be active.
OgO SpORt OgO BallOOzaThe Ogo Ballooza just changed the Ogo game! This three pack offers a variety of different play for your Ogo Mini and Ogo Mezo disks.
“It’s really fun!” – Sarah-12
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Be king or queen of the hill with the Zipfy Mini Luge! Zipfy (pronounced zip’fee) has a unique handle that works like a joystick for navigating turns as it speeds down snow covered hills.
SnO-ScUlptURE KItzIpfY
mInI mIcRO claSSIc KIcKBOaRd ScOOtERROUnd-and-ROUnd
OUtdOOR tREE SwIngSwing away! This unique Round-and-Round Nylon Rope Outdoor Tree Swing brings the thrill of your child’s favorite playground tire swing to your backyard.
Build & decorate robot snow sculptures over 3 feet tall. Includes moulds, sculpting too, marker and instructions.
Smooth-gliding wheels and a strong, yet flexible deck combine to give the Mini its unmatchable ride - sleek and quiet - you won’t hear any rattle when it rolls. But it’s the Mini’s unique lean-to steering that makes it fun; kids direct the Mini by shifting their body weight to curve right and left, learning balance and coordination as they go.
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Get started exploring deep snow and trails with this great kit.
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The ultimate kit for any artist who loves the snow. Imprint the fun molds into the snow and colour them in with your Sno-Crayons.
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Slackers Balance Blox is a popular Slackline concept. It improves kids’ motor skills, concentration and body control. It is fun and challenging and builds self-confidence. It is perfect for the playroom, classroom or backyard.
Who needs an excuse to go run around in the snow? Track-making children use imagination and pretend they are animals in the wild leaving large footprints.
Slam the clamber to send this rocket is a flying high. Fly it at night with the LED night light.
SnO-caStlE KItThis ideal Sno Castle kit lets you mold snow bricks and design your own snow kingdom!
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