6. Riding Dino – ($49.95) Lakeshore
(www.lakeshorelearning.com) – 800-428-4414
- Ages: 1+ years, or as soon as your child has the balance to sit on the Riding Dino.
- Why: The Riding Dino is very unique because the seat height is only 8 inches from the floor, making it one of the lowest scooter toys for children. This means your child can begin scooting at a younger age, strengthening feet, legs, and thighs.
- How:
Your child will first learn how to push him/herself backwards. Later encourage your child to pull forward. Encourage your child to go around obstacle courses, clockwise and counter clockwise.
- Who: Any child who has the balance to sit on a Riding Dino.
OR
Whirly Wheels – ($52.95) – Young Explorers
(www.youngexplorers.com)– 888-928-3285
- Ages: 3+ years
- Why: Whirly Wheels is low to the ground and requires hand-power – not leg-power.
- How: Have the child sit in the Whirley Wheels and push the handles with his/her hands.
- Who: Any child who has upper body weakness, or is unable to use his/her legs.
