Calvin the Caterpillar

Blue

$1,680.84

Calvin the Caterpillar™ from Little Tikes Commercial combines active play, early learning, sensory discovery, and imaginative exploration in one colorful commercial playground climber. Designed specifically for children ages 2–5, Calvin gives young children multiple ways to crawl, climb, count, discover, and pretend while enjoying outdoor play.

Unlike a traditional playground climber focused primarily on physical movement, Calvin incorporates educational activities directly into the play experience. Children can explore the butterfly life cycle, practice early counting skills with the ladybug counting game, and investigate six interactive shoes featuring hidden surprises. These playful details encourage curiosity and give children new things to discover each time they play.

A crawl-through tunnel adds another dimension of movement and exploration, while climbing opportunities encourage children to practice coordination, balance, and whole-body movement. The caterpillar theme naturally inspires dramatic and imaginative play, allowing children to create stories and adventures individually or alongside their friends.

For childcare centers, preschools, parks, and other early childhood environments, Calvin the Caterpillar provides an opportunity to incorporate learning into outdoor play without making the experience feel structured. Children are free to move between physical, educational, sensory, and imaginative activities at their own pace.

Key Specifications

Product: Calvin the Caterpillar™
Manufacturer: Little Tikes Commercial
SKU: 200200171-Blue
Product Type: Commercial Freestanding Playground Climber
Recommended Age Range: 2–5 Years
Fall Height: 3'6"
Use Zone: 16' x 19'
Weight: 115 lbs.
Mounting Options: In-Ground or Surface Mount
Application: Commercial Outdoor Playground Play

Developmental Benefits

Encourages gross motor development through climbing and crawling
Helps build balance, coordination, and body awareness
Introduces early counting and number concepts through play
Encourages curiosity and discovery
Supports early science learning with the butterfly life cycle activity
Provides sensory exploration through interactive features
Encourages problem-solving and independent exploration
Supports imaginative and dramatic play
Creates opportunities for storytelling and creative thinking
Encourages social interaction and cooperative play

Commercial-Grade Safety & Durability

Calvin the Caterpillar™ is designed for commercial playground environments serving young children. Its freestanding design combines multiple activities into one piece of equipment, providing climbing, crawling, educational, and imaginative play without requiring the footprint of a full playground structure.

Designed for children ages 2–5, Calvin has a 3'6" fall height and requires a 16' x 19' use zone. Appropriate impact-attenuating playground safety surfacing should be selected and installed according to the site conditions and applicable requirements.

The climber weighs approximately 115 pounds and is available with either in-ground or surface mounting. In-ground installation secures the equipment using concrete footings, while surface mounting allows the equipment to be anchored to an appropriate existing solid surface using the required mounting hardware.

Proper installation, adequate safety surfacing, routine inspections, and ongoing maintenance are important for maintaining a dependable commercial playground environment and preserving the equipment's long-term play value.

Ideal Applications

Calvin the Caterpillar™ is especially well suited for early childhood environments that want to combine learning and physical activity, including:

Childcare and early learning centers
Preschools
Parks and community playgrounds
Outdoor classrooms and learning spaces
Churches and community organizations

Calvin the Caterpillar™ goes beyond traditional climbing equipment by turning the playground into a place for movement, discovery, learning, and imagination. With educational activities, crawl-through play, climbing opportunities, hidden surprises, and a child-friendly caterpillar theme, Calvin provides multiple types of play in one engaging commercial playground feature.

Calvin the Caterpillar

Little Tikes Commercial

SKU: 200200171-Blue

$1,680.84

Bring learning and imaginative play together with the Little Tikes Commercial Calvin the Caterpillar™. Designed for children ages 2–12, this whimsical caterpillar-themed playground climber combines crawling, climbing, sensory engagement, and educational play into one interactive experience.

Featuring science-based learning activities, counting games, crawl-through spaces, and interactive surprises, Calvin the Caterpillar™ encourages movement, exploration, and creativity while supporting developmental learning. Perfect for schools, parks, childcare centers, and community playgrounds, this commercial playground feature transforms outdoor spaces into exciting environments where children can learn through play.

Ideal for:

Schools and educational campuses
Childcare and daycare centers
Parks and recreation spaces
Nature-based learning environments
Churches and community spaces
Inclusive playground projects

Quick Specs

Mount Type(s)

In-Ground, Surface

Weight

115 lbs.

Fall Height

3'6"

Use Zone

16' x 19'

Age Range

2-5

Calvin the Caterpillar™ from Little Tikes Commercial combines active play, early learning, sensory discovery, and imaginative exploration in one colorful commercial playground climber. Designed specifically for children ages 2–5, Calvin gives young children multiple ways to crawl, climb, count, discover, and pretend while enjoying outdoor play.

Unlike a traditional playground climber focused primarily on physical movement, Calvin incorporates educational activities directly into the play experience. Children can explore the butterfly life cycle, practice early counting skills with the ladybug counting game, and investigate six interactive shoes featuring hidden surprises. These playful details encourage curiosity and give children new things to discover each time they play.

A crawl-through tunnel adds another dimension of movement and exploration, while climbing opportunities encourage children to practice coordination, balance, and whole-body movement. The caterpillar theme naturally inspires dramatic and imaginative play, allowing children to create stories and adventures individually or alongside their friends.

For childcare centers, preschools, parks, and other early childhood environments, Calvin the Caterpillar provides an opportunity to incorporate learning into outdoor play without making the experience feel structured. Children are free to move between physical, educational, sensory, and imaginative activities at their own pace.

Key Specifications

Product: Calvin the Caterpillar™
Manufacturer: Little Tikes Commercial
SKU: 200200171-Blue
Product Type: Commercial Freestanding Playground Climber
Recommended Age Range: 2–5 Years
Fall Height: 3'6"
Use Zone: 16' x 19'
Weight: 115 lbs.
Mounting Options: In-Ground or Surface Mount
Application: Commercial Outdoor Playground Play

Developmental Benefits

Encourages gross motor development through climbing and crawling
Helps build balance, coordination, and body awareness
Introduces early counting and number concepts through play
Encourages curiosity and discovery
Supports early science learning with the butterfly life cycle activity
Provides sensory exploration through interactive features
Encourages problem-solving and independent exploration
Supports imaginative and dramatic play
Creates opportunities for storytelling and creative thinking
Encourages social interaction and cooperative play

Commercial-Grade Safety & Durability

Calvin the Caterpillar™ is designed for commercial playground environments serving young children. Its freestanding design combines multiple activities into one piece of equipment, providing climbing, crawling, educational, and imaginative play without requiring the footprint of a full playground structure.

Designed for children ages 2–5, Calvin has a 3'6" fall height and requires a 16' x 19' use zone. Appropriate impact-attenuating playground safety surfacing should be selected and installed according to the site conditions and applicable requirements.

The climber weighs approximately 115 pounds and is available with either in-ground or surface mounting. In-ground installation secures the equipment using concrete footings, while surface mounting allows the equipment to be anchored to an appropriate existing solid surface using the required mounting hardware.

Proper installation, adequate safety surfacing, routine inspections, and ongoing maintenance are important for maintaining a dependable commercial playground environment and preserving the equipment's long-term play value.

Ideal Applications

Calvin the Caterpillar™ is especially well suited for early childhood environments that want to combine learning and physical activity, including:

Childcare and early learning centers
Preschools
Parks and community playgrounds
Outdoor classrooms and learning spaces
Churches and community organizations

Calvin the Caterpillar™ goes beyond traditional climbing equipment by turning the playground into a place for movement, discovery, learning, and imagination. With educational activities, crawl-through play, climbing opportunities, hidden surprises, and a child-friendly caterpillar theme, Calvin provides multiple types of play in one engaging commercial playground feature.

Playground Item Shipping Advisory

This item ships directly from the vendor. Due to ongoing global material shortages, shipping lead times may vary.

Please note the following:

Free freight is not available for playground items.

Off-loading is the customer’s responsibility. These items are heavy and may require equipment such as a skid-steer loader or forklift, which must be provided by the customer. If you need assistance with off-loading, it can be arranged at an extra cost. Please reach out to get pricing for this service.

Professional installation may be required for certain playground products.

For questions or assistance, please contact our sales team.

Footer Options (Varies by Product)

In-Ground Mounting

This is the most common installation method for playground and shade structures. It involves digging holes and setting the posts directly into concrete that is poured during installation.

Surface Mount (Anchor Bolt)

With this method, posts are secured to an existing solid surface—typically concrete—using specialized base plates and anchor bolt hardware provided with the product.

Ground Spike

This is the simplest mounting option, using a sledgehammer to drive stakes through a footer plate to secure the posts in the desired location. Ground spikes are not recommended for sandy or loamy soil conditions and are only available for select product sets.

We make ordering easy

1

Certified Safety. Zero Liability Risks.

2

No Surprise Logistics & Scheduling

3

Procurement Made Painless

FAQs

What are the payment requirements for an order?

Full payment is typically required upfront due to the custom nature of many products. Exceptions can be made for governmental entities through approved purchase orders. All payments must be received prior to the start of installation.

Are installation services available?

Installation services are available for commercial playground projects. A qualified and insured professional can be arranged to handle the setup, and quotes are provided upon request. The goal is to ensure a smooth, safe, and efficient installation process from start to finish.

Is expedited shipping an option for my order?

Expedited shipping is not currently available. Due to the size and nature of playground LTL shipments, most freight carriers are unable to guarantee faster delivery. Unless otherwise noted, all products ship according to the estimated lead times listed on each product page.

How is the estimated lead time calculated?

Estimated lead time refers to the amount of time it typically takes for a product to be prepared and shipped after an order is placed. For many commercial playground items, manufacturing begins only once the order is received. For example, if the lead time is listed as 8 to 10 weeks, that means it will take approximately8 to 10 weeks for the product to be manufactured, packaged, and shipped from the warehouse.