Whilst other Ride On Toys may be content with going backwards and forwards or side to side, the unlimited directional movement offered by the Wheelybug means that the rider can add ‘round and round’ to their fun-filled journey.
Wheelybugs can be ridden, pushed, pulled, kissed and cuddled! These colourful ride on bugs, great for both boys and girls, almost have a magical mind of their own. They are designed to offer hours of robust fun and help to promote self-confidence, spatial awareness and gross motor skills.                             
Wheelybug bodies have a padded layer of sponge which is covered with a tough layer of polyurethane leatheroid and can be easily wiped clean. They are great to use on smooth level floors and ideal for indoors.
Developmental Benefits of Happy Hopperz and Wheelybugs
If you’ve been to a play area, a toddler group or out at a park with your little one, you’re bound to have come accross the popular Happy Hopperz bouncy animals or the Wheelybug ride on toys. There’s no doubt that these adorable bouncy ride-on toys are lots of fun, but you may be suprised (and pleased) to learn that they have developmental benefits, as well as physical and social aspects.
I first became interested in these toys when looking through information from my supplier Hippychick who distribute both toys in the UK. I decided to stock a few of them at what2buy4kids and they just flew off the shelves. The mother and former teacher in me was keen to learn more about these great toys.
Happy Hopperz are a collection of inflatable bouncers in various sizes, colours and styles. They have animals, such as dogs, cows and horses with ears for gripping. They offer a thin body shape (suitable for 12 months – 2.5 years) and a wider body (suitable for 2.5 – 5 years). Inflating is easy, the pump is included, and the bouncers can be used indoors or outdoors.
Clearly, they are cute and lots of fun but how can they aid development? Happy Hopperz will help with co-ordination and balance skills while strengthening muscles and developing motor skills. Playing with friends on their Happy Hopperz will develop children’s social skills and confidence.  In addition, your child will develop an awareness of the space around them as they bounce and jump. The stronger they get, the faster they can bounce.  I was also impressed to learn that Happy Hopperz are used by Occupational and Physio therapists as therapeutic aids. And, on their website, they have ideas for fun and educational games that encourage activity, imagination and coordination.