Gross Motor Skills for 2 Year Olds: Balance and Coordination

Learning Resources Skill Builders! Toddler Skills is the perfect tool for fueling your little one's imagination while mastering essential skills. This 41-piece set transforms playtime into powerful learning opportunities, letting toddlers explore their ABCs, 123s, and colors through hands-on activities. 2-5 years

Children's Factory Manual Dexterity Boards offer a delightful way for toddlers to develop important dressing skills while having a blast! As parents and educators, we know the thrill of seeing little hands master buttons, snaps, and zippers, all while enhancing their finger dexterity. These sturdy boards are perfect for home, daycare, or classroom settings, making learning a hands-on experience that promotes independence and confidence. 3+ years

Little Tikes Toddle Tots Haul Away Dump Truck sparks joy and creativity in our little ones! As they push along this colorful dump truck, kids engage in physical play that promotes gross motor skills, while also honing fine motor skills as they maneuver the three adorable construction figures. With its tilting truck bed, our children can practice hand-eye coordination by loading and unloading materials, transforming every play session into a delightful construction site adventure. 1-5 years

The Original High Back Full Bucket Toddler Swing Seat is the perfect introduction to swinging for your little ones! This engaging swing not only provides endless outdoor fun but also helps toddlers develop their core strength and coordination as they learn the art of swinging. With its pinch-free design and durable materials, we can feel confident knowing our children are safe while exploring their physical abilities. 6 months - 4 years

The Learning Resources Sand & Water Fine Motor Set is designed to make sensory play exciting and educational for toddlers. Perfect for developing fine motor skills, each tool encourages interactive exploration of physical concepts, all while building hand strength and coordination. For parents and educators, this set is an essential addition to any sensory bin, transforming every playtime into a fun and enriching learning experience. 2-5 years

Learning Resources All Ready for Toddler Time Activity Set is the perfect companion for little explorers eager to dive into the world of numbers, letters, and shapes! This set isn't just about play; it's a delightful journey where children develop essential skills like number identification, fine motor abilities, and vocabulary building—all while having an absolute blast. Picture your toddlers happily counting with colorful farm counters, matching letters with vibrant cards, and sorting shapes, fostering both their imagination and problem-solving skills. 2-5 years

The Amazon Basics Musical Pounding Bench With Xylophone and Shape Sorter Toy captures toddlers' hearts with its vibrant colors and engaging sounds. This delightful playset fosters fine-motor skills, shape recognition, and musical appreciation, making it an excellent choice for parents and educators who want to combine play and learning seamlessly. Whether they're pounding, sorting, or tapping, little ones will explore important developmental milestones while having a blast! 18 months and up

BABY JOY Toddler Slide is the ultimate fun zone for your little one, combining a slide, climbing ladder, and basketball hoop all in one compact set! As parents and educators, we know how important it is for children to develop motor skills, and this slide encourages climbing, sliding, and even shooting hoops, offering a fantastic way to improve coordination and balance. Plus, the thoughtful safety features, like the extended buffer area and heightened handrails, provide peace of mind while your child explores their adventurous side. 3+ years

Gorilla Playsets 04-0008-Y/Y Full Bucket Toddler Swing is the perfect addition to your backyard adventure! Designed specifically for toddlers aged 2 to 4, this swing not only promises hours of giggles and smiles but also supports essential developmental skills. Swinging helps enhance balance and coordination, while the cozy molded seat provides comfort and confidence as your little one learns to enjoy the great outdoors. 2-4 years

Hand2Mind Grab That Monster Fine Motor Activity Set is an exciting way for our little ones to develop essential fine motor skills! As they use the Monster Grabbers to catch and release the adorable Mini Monsters, they are actually strengthening the finger muscles they'll need for writing, tying shoes, and zipping coats. Plus, with color sorting games, they get to practice color matching and sorting while engaging in dramatic play that sparks their imagination. 3-4 years

John Deere Twist-N-Twirl Spinning Activity Toy for Toddlers is a delightful way for our little ones to engage in active play while enhancing important developmental skills! As they spin and twirl, kids practice their balance, coordination, and fine motor skills—not to mention the sheer joy it brings! We can feel good knowing that they are not just entertained, but actively learning through movement. 18 months+

Little Tikes Inflatable Baseball Trainer is an incredible way for kids to develop essential hand-eye coordination while having a blast! This engaging trainer encourages active play and helps little ones learn the basics of baseball in a fun, safe environment. With its easy setup and compact storage, it's perfect for busy families looking to incorporate more outdoor activities. 3-7 years

Toddler Slide, Kids Climber Slide with Storage Space and Non-Slip Steps is the perfect playtime companion for our little adventurers! This delightful playset encourages our kids to explore and develop crucial gross motor skills while they giggle their way down the extra-long slide. With a telescope for imaginative play, a basketball hoop to promote hand-eye coordination, and safe non-slip steps, our children can engage in active fun that helps them burn off energy and learn balance all at once. 1-3 years

The Early Learning Centre Wooden Toddle Truck is a delightful companion for your little one, nurturing their physical development and hand-eye coordination while they explore the world around them. Crafted from sturdy wood and featuring non-slip wheels, this classic trolley encourages imaginative play as children push it along, transporting their favorite blocks and toys. We love how it builds confidence in our toddlers, allowing them to take those first proud steps as they become active little explorers. 18-36 months

B. toys – Clean n' Play Wooden Cleaning Set for Toddlers is a delightful way to introduce our little ones to essential life skills while having a blast! With six adorable pieces including a broom, mop, and duster, this playset not only makes cleaning fun but also fosters responsibility and confidence in young minds. 2+ years

Chuckle & Roar - Grand Sand Holiday Present transforms playtime into an engaging sensory experience for toddlers. This tactile arts and crafts set encourages fine motor skills, creativity, and self-expression while keeping little ones focused and calm. Encased in charming holiday packaging, it’s not just a gift; it’s an invitation to explore the wonders of hands-on learning together. 2-5 years

Toddler Slide, Kids Climber Slide with Storage Space and Non-Slip Steps is the perfect companion for our little adventurers! This engaging indoor-outdoor playset encourages our toddlers, ages 1-3, to explore their physical abilities while having a blast. As they climb, slide, and shoot hoops, they're not just having fun—they're developing vital gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and balance. 1-3 years

The ROBUD Wooden Baby Walker is a delightful blend of mobility and discovery, designed for little adventurers learning to stand and walk. This engaging push walker boasts a variety of educational features including a mirror, abacus, and vibrant xylophone, encouraging fine motor skill development and cognitive growth while boosting confidence as toddlers take their first steps. Its sturdy design promotes safe exploration, making it a go-to choice for parents eager to enhance their child's learning journey. 12 months and up

The VTech 3-in-1 Tummy Time to Toddler Piano makes tummy time fun and engaging for babies starting at three months old. With vibrant high-contrast images and delightful melodies, this piano captures little one's attention while promoting visual and auditory development. As they grow, toddlers can press the piano keys to learn about colors and animals, fostering early vocabulary skills. 3+ months

BABY JOY Toddler Slide is the perfect addition to any indoor or outdoor play area! With its multifunctional design, this playset encourages our little ones to develop their motor skills and coordination through climbing, sliding, and shooting hoops. It captivates their interest while making physical activity a fun adventure. 2-6 years

The Radio Flyer Busy Buggy is an absolute delight for toddlers! With 17 engaging sensory activities, this ride-on toy encourages imaginative play while helping little ones develop crucial motor skills. From interlocking gears to sliding beads, each feature promotes fine and gross motor development as your child transitions from pushing to riding. 1-3 years

The Puzzle Pairs Wild Animals is an engaging and colorful 2-piece puzzle set designed for children 18 months and older. Each set features delightful illustrations of wild animals, perfect for sparking curiosity and conversation. As kids piece together these vibrant puzzles, they're not only having fun but also enhancing their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. 18 months and up

BIERUM Toddler Slide for Toddlers Age 1-3 is the ultimate playtime experience that combines fun and learning! Not only does it offer a fantastic slide and swing, but it also features a basketball hoop and climbing structure, helping to develop essential motor skills and coordination. Imagine your little ones giggling joyfully as they explore different activities, all while building confidence in their physical abilities. 1-3 years

Babytronic Toddler Slide is the perfect addition to our little ones' playtime! This delightful playset not only offers a captivating slide, but also encourages active play with climbing steps, a basketball hoop, and ring toss—which are all great for developing motor skills and coordination. Designed with safety in mind, its sturdy structure and rounded edges allow us as parents to feel secure while our toddlers explore. 1-3 years

The Fisher-Price Toddler Shape Sorting Toy Laugh & Learn Farm Animal Puzzle is an exciting way for toddlers to explore the world of colors, animals, and music! Designed for little hands, this electronic puzzle introduces five chunky animal shapes that kids can grasp, sort, and match, promoting essential problem-solving skills and hand-eye coordination. Every time they succeed, they’re rewarded with delightful songs and fun animal sounds, creating a joyful learning experience. 12-36 months

The FDP SoftScape Playtime and Climb Multipurpose Playset is the ultimate adventure zone for infants and toddlers aged 10 months to 2 years, designed to spark their curiosity and support their developmental milestones. As both a climber and a soft block playset, it helps little ones develop gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and social interaction while they crawl, stack, and explore. With features like a cozy half-moon seat for storytime and a fun ramp for racing toy cars, this engaging playset transforms any space into an imaginative learning environment. 10 months - 2 years

The Learning Resources Wriggleworms! Fine Motor Activity Set is a fantastic hands-on tool for toddlers aged 3 and up. With 47 vibrant pieces, this playful set not only captivates little imaginations but also strengthens essential fine motor skills—like pencil grip and coordination—while catching colorful worms! 3+ years

Battat Education – Stir & Sort Food Court Play Food Set is a delightful way to spark your child’s imagination while bolstering their fine motor skills! With 102 pieces, including colorful play food, tongs, plates, and recipe cards, this set encourages little ones to explore color sorting and hand-eye coordination in a fun, engaging manner. As parents and educators, we love that the included play guide presents a variety of educational games to keep kids entertained and learning. 3+ years

Indoor/Outdoor Slide for Toddlers 1-3 is the perfect playset for our little adventurers! This foldable slide not only serves as a thrilling climbing experience, but it also promotes physical activity and gross motor skills as they slide, climb, and toss rings with friends. Plus, the integrated basketball hoop adds an element of hand-eye coordination practice, making playtime both fun and educational. 1-3 years

The Early Learning Centre Wooden Shape Sorter is a delightful way to boost your little one's fine motor skills! Designed for children aged 18 to 36 months, this charming toy features six vibrant wooden shapes that fit perfectly into its sturdy sorter. As toddlers engage in this interactive play, they enhance their hand-eye coordination and problem-solving abilities while experiencing the joy of discovering how to make each piece fit. 18-36 months