PlanToys Montessori-Inspired Dino Diplo Car

The Montessori-inspired Dino Diplo Car is a delightful little push-along toy shaped like a friendly blue Diplodocus, inviting toddlers to roll, grasp and explore movement in a playful, meaningful way. By encouraging children to push the wooden wheels and follow the motion with their eyes, this toy supports early gross and fine motor development while engaging their imagination. Crafted from sustainably sourced rubberwood and water-based dyes, this car brings together eco-conscious design and open-ended play-perfect for a child who loves dinosaurs or enjoys simple, beautifully made toys. Its smooth curves and natural finish make it easy for small hands to hold, and the rolling action introduces cause-and-effect learning: when I push, it moves. Designed with care in Thailand using non-toxic glue and organic pigments, this toy upholds PlanToys' commitment to safety, sustainability and purposeful play. With its understated yet engaging design, the Dino Diplo Car becomes part of a toddler's daily explorations-whether racing along a wooden floor, joining in a pretend-play dinosaur parade or quietly rolling beside a parent. It's a thoughtfully created first vehicle that appeals to both child and parent alike.

Educational Benefits

• Strengthens fine motor skills as toddlers grasp the body of the dino car and manoeuvre it across surfaces.
• Boosts hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness by encouraging pushing and watching the motion unfold.
• Introduces basic cause and effect: the child's action (push) makes the car move-supporting cognitive development.
• Stimulates imaginative play and early narrative skills by inviting children to imagine dinosaur adventures and vehicle journeys.

Classroom Ideas

• Set up a "dino-race"  on a low table or floor track and invite children to take turns pushing Dino Diplo and describing its journey-enhancing language and turn-taking.
• Use the car in a dinosaur-mini-world scenario (rocks, leaves, small trees) and encourage children to "drive"  Diplo through the scene, promoting storytelling and creativity.
• Pair the car with textured mats (grass-like, sand-like, smooth wood) and ask children to push the car over each surface, discussing how the motion feels and varies.
• Incorporate into tidy-up time: invite children to "drive"  their dino car into parking spots or toy garages you've marked out-linking motor skills, routines and play.

Safety & Information

• Suitable for ages 12 months +
• Made from chemical-free rubberwood, non-toxic/E-Zero glue, organic pigments and water-based dyes; meets ASTM and EN71 safety standards.
• Always supervise young children during play. Inspect regularly for damage or loose parts and remove from use if wear becomes excessive.