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Balloon Covers
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$18.20
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$26.00
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Our reusable fabric Balloon Covers turn an ordinary balloon into a soft balloon ball that hardly ever pops, so your child can play keepy-uppy, balloon tennis and catch for weeks on the one balloon. A covered balloon moves slowly through the air, which gives their hands and eyes time to watch, reach and hit, and that's great practice for their coordination. These innovative covers make balloons nearly unpoppable, extending playtime for weeks as the balloon slowly deflates inside the fabric. If the balloon does pop, the pieces stay safely contained within the cover, simply discard the old balloon and replace it with a new one.
Lightweight and bouncy, these covers are perfect for all ages, helping to develop and maintain hand-eye coordination while reducing the risk of sudden popping.
Perfect for home use, parties, or events, these Balloon Covers offer endless play opportunities with peace of mind.
Instructions: Simply insert the included balloon into the fabric cover, inflate by mouth until the cover is filled, adjust for a snug fit, and tie the balloon off. You're ready for hours of safe, bouncing fun!
Care Instructions: Remove the balloon before washing. Machine wash in cold water and lay flat to dry.
A unique and fun gift idea for kids and adults alike!
Created for ages 3+
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Balloon Covers
Regular price
$18.20
Sale price
$18.20
Regular price
$26.00
Unit price
FREE WITH YOUR PURCHASE
Your own video Play List
The Balloon Covers come with a play list of 11 videos that demonstrate different games to play.
The videos feature kids to keep children engaged and to help unlock the maximum play value from your purchase.
The videos feature kids to keep children engaged and to help unlock the maximum play value from your purchase.
FREE WITH YOUR PURCHASE
Ways to Play Booklet
The Balloon Games also comes with a Ways to Play booklet that helps grown-ups (like parents, caregivers or educators) understand the developmental impact of this kind of play. It offers a sprinkle of knowledge to help them enrich play time for that next level of impact.
ABOUT THE PRODUCT
Why we love it
We love these Balloon Ball Covers because they make balloon play safer, longer-lasting, and more enjoyable for everyone! No more worrying about sudden pops or sharp balloon pieces—these fabric covers keep everything contained while still delivering that classic bouncy fun. They’re lightweight, easy to use, and perfect for developing important skills like hand-eye coordination and motor control. Whether it’s for a birthday party, family gathering, or just a fun activity at home, these covers provide hours of entertainment without the mess or stress of traditional balloons. Plus, they’re reusable, so you can enjoy the fun again and again! A simple, clever solution that makes balloon play even better.
SKILLS IT CAN HELP WITH
Upper body strength
Games such as balloon volleyball or balloon tennis can help to strengthen the muscles in the arms, shoulders and chest. Similarly, throwing and catching balloons can also enhance arm strength and coordination.
Regulation
Blowing up balloons and controlling how they float can be calming and help children to regulate their breathing, which is beneficial for emotional regulation and relaxation.
Social skills and turn taking
Playing balloon-based games in groups encourages turn taking, sharing and cooperative play. For example, balloon relay races or collaborative balloon games promote social interaction and teamwork.
EVEN MORE
Ways to Play
Keepy-uppy:
Instead of using hands to keep the balloon afloat, use anything but hands! Try bouncing the balloon on the head, feet, knees, or other accessible body parts.
Two at a time:
Try to keep two balloons in the air at once! Strategise about the best way to do this before beginning – perhaps by keeping one in each hand, or using feet, knees, or other body parts.
Balloon basketball:
Place a washing basket or target at each end of the room, like a basketball or netball court. With even team numbers, throw the balloon into the air in the centre of the space and work as teams to get the balloon into the team’s basket. The first team to seven baskets wins!
WHO WE ARE
Hi, we're The Play Way
We're a team of OTs, speechies and behaviour practitioners, led by Kait, an occupational therapist with 20 years working with families and a mum of four.
Our Play Kits, Hub membership and Ask a Therapist messaging support are all ways we help parents with the hard stuff at home, through play. From sleep and mealtimes to big feelings, language and handwriting.
We're here to help you.
Our Play Kits, Hub membership and Ask a Therapist messaging support are all ways we help parents with the hard stuff at home, through play. From sleep and mealtimes to big feelings, language and handwriting.
We're here to help you.
