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Ride-On Toys Review
December 9th, 2009
By Young children absolutely love ride-on toys. As soon as they’re able to master the coordination required to make them go via foot to floor power, to pedal them, or to negotiate the steering and foot pedal on battery powered ride on toys, they’re off and running – err, driving, that is.
They can’t get enough of them. Ride-on toys are like a ticket to independence for toddlers, and since many also look like or mimic the vehicles adults drives, they love to pretend they’re “driving” just like mom and dad.
Floor to Foot PowerThere are such a variety of ride-on toys these days that it can be hard to decide what to choose. Certainly, for very young children, like toddlers, a foot to floor ride-on toy is the best option. Toddlers can have a car all their own and become mobile via their own foot to floor power, so you don’t have to worry they’ll go too fast or injure themselves. There are blue foot to floor ride-on cars for boys, pink for girls, and even princess cars and ambulances, but my personal favorite is the adorable airplane. There are even foot to floor ride-on toys that look like a mouse, a dump truck, and a hummer.
Pedal PowerAs the child becomes more coordinated and learns to pedal, three wheel ride-on toys like traditional tricycles or Big Wheels are the perfect next step. But there are lots more pedal ride-on options, as well – airplanes, red and green tractors, forklifts, construction loaders, tractors with front loaders, dump trucks, front loaders, and even farm tractors with trailers to haul dolls or blocks or dirt or whatever suits their fancy at the time. There are also some very stylin’ pedal automobiles – like the Mercedes, red Ferrari, and red BMW convertible and an entire line of sports team themed pedal cars.
My personal favorites in this line are the vintage look car pedal toys. The ™65 Ford Mustang in dark blue or bright red; the ™65 Ford Shelby GT-350; the 1932 Ford Roadster – either in pink, red, or in black with flames; and the 1932 tow truck, fire truck, or police car all look incredible, and any parent who is a fan of vintage cars or antiques will want one of these for their child. Of the entire line, the American Retro Limited Edition Burgundy Roadster impressed me the most with its appearance.
Battery OperatedAnd finally, after a child has reached 3 years of age, you may want to consider a battery powered ride-on toy. It’s important, however, that these in particular be operated only with adult supervision and that your child has the skills necessary to comprehend the effects of moving the steering wheel a particular way and the stop and go foot pedal mechanism before you let them get on one of these. Chances are, if your child has had one of the pedal versions, he or she will have a good grasp of steering already and then you just need to explain the foot pedal.
The variety of battery operated ride-on toys is just as extensive as the pedal powered ride-ons. You can choose from many styles of cars, trucks, motorcycle, crotch rockets, ATVs, go karts, Jeeps, race cars, and dune buggies. There are modern sports cars – like the Jaguar, Ferrari, Porsche, and many more – as well as a classic car and even a baby “bug” (i.e., Volkswagen Beatle).
Obviously, the battery operated models are also going to be the most expensive, but if you watch for sales, you can save a bit on these, too. If you’re looking for one really great gift for your child this year, a ride-on toy makes a fabulous birthday or Christmas present he or she will never forget!
Denise Sanger is the owner of NewCoolToysOnline.com which features a great selection of ride-on toys and outdoor toys for kids of every age. The company may be reached at 877/950-7665.
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Ride On Toys – Traditional Toys With Endless Possibilities
February 3rd, 2009
Available in all sorts of styles and designs, these toys are ideal for toddlers who are quickly developing control over their large muscles and beginning to walk. During this stage of development, most children are growing at a rapid rate and are learning new skills at the same speed. Ride on toys encourage the natural tendency to explore and, at the same time, enhances early creativity.
Developmental Benefits of Traditional Ride On Toys
Ride on toys, like many traditional toys, offer children a well rounded play experience that addresses most of the critical areas of childhood growth and development.
- Physical development is enhanced as little ones test the power of their legs with the classic foot to floor operation of traditional ride on toys. While most of the physical benefits of these toys are concentrated on gross motor skills, fine motor skills can also be developed by incorporating games with small blocks and toys to pick up on the go.
- Cognitive skills are built when children test the many different ways they can push, pull, or drive their toy. They will also experiment with the size and shape of the toy in relation to its surroundings as they manoeuvre through obstacles like people and furniture.
- Social and emotional skills are also a part of play time with ride on toys as kids come and go, interacting with others as they imagine.
- Language can be enhanced through these traditional toys as well. Children may learn new words, make new sounds, and even create stories around their play, expanding their vocabulary and their experiences.
Ride on toys are favourites for parents because of the rich educational value, but are just as popular among toddlers and early preschoolers because of the tremendous amount of fun they provide. Today’s best ride on toys are designed much like those of many years ago, offering strong, durable construction from high quality wood.
Types of Ride On Toys
Boys and girls alike have been long time fans of these traditional toys [http://www.monkeyshine.co.uk/traditional-toys-21], although originally ride on toys were designed with boys in mind so they could imitate dad with the family car. Today, ride on toys can be found to fit every little personality and interest, from little red fire trucks and colourful choo choos to classic hobby horses and trikes.
Ride on toys are beloved traditional toys that have helped generations of children enjoy play time. Toddlers everywhere continue to be fascinated with the magic of their own wheels. Ride on toys enhance creativity and build the muscles your child will soon use to pedal. These are the ideal training toys for pedal cars and bikes and promise hours of fun for your toddler.
By:Gary Clay
About the Author:
Gary Clay is an expert on the developmental benefits children’s toys [http://www.monkeyshine.co.uk] and manages stylish kids store Monkeyshine the place to go for high quality traditional toys [http://www.monkeyshine.co.uk] in the UK
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