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I had something similar to this in the past, but it was more of a hassle than anything. I am looking for something new. I came across this and want one, but wanted to see if anyone else has one and how it works our for them.... thanks in advance
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Last edited by Michael; 02-13-2012, 05:26 PM. -
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I have a Walkodile.
I bought this over Christmas as a new present for our daycare. I used to have a basic walking rope but I was having the most difficult time getting my three 18-month olds to keep hanging on for our daily walk around the neighborhood. They'd constantly let go and I'd be so nervous!
It's been amazing. All of my walkers are super safe since they are basically strapped in and even if they let go of the handles, they still are connected and they basically get tugged a little bit before they realize they need to hang on.
Some things to know:
It says for children age 3-7 but I have my 18mo's connected and it works great. So it can be used for younger children.
There are only six spaces, but I can fit up to 9 of my kids on it. I basically connect the youngest 6, I have 2 of my oldest lead in the front on either side and 1 trailing on the back.
You WILL get stopped everywhere you go from people who comment on it
Hopefully you have great walkers and listeners like my kids.
If you have the money, I say go for it! It's been a great investment for my daycare and I love it.Comment
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What happens though if one stumbles and starts to fall. Do they all fall? Would it knock everyone off balance?Each day is a fresh start
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Thank you for brining that up that was one of my concers alsoComment
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If one falls down.....that's all that happens. Because the harness has leeway, if someone trips they don't take down the whole bunch. No one else is affected. I'm pretty sure they show this in the video that's underneath the picture on the above website - hopefully you can see what I'm talking about.
I'm not sure if it's just how my current bunch handles things, but if one trips, they use both hands to pull themselves up using the handle and continue the walk. I've had kids who skinned their knees and they just keep on walking. They're tough cookies
Suggestion: You'll always want to put the youngest ones in the back because they are slower. If they are in front, the older ones naturally walk faster so they get rushed and this actually causes more stumbles. If the oldest ones are in front, it helps a lot by getting the younger ones to walk faster without being pushed from behind. My turtle walkers become joggers until they start walking at a faster pace.Comment
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thanks so much for responding to my post...
I just put my order in, but am bummed, because I had a 20% off coupon, but cant find it....oh well.
I am looking forward to it. I have one child that will not listen when we are out and we are out a lot. We have been holding off on park days, because the few field trips that we have had have not gone well due to the child trying to take off.
It feels like christmas....cant wait to get itComment
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the evil in me
the evil in me wants to be the observer that watches the trials on contraptions like these. Of course I wouldnt want any one to get hurt. But something makes me chuckle about little kids who arent paying attention tripping over each other.
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...its always funny when its not happening to you.....and of course no one is really hurt....
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after they learn to walk on the leash, you can teach them to roll over!
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I'm sorry, I just don't like these things..I have a walking rope that has rings on it but barely use it.Comment
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aww man...it's kind of pricey...Sure looks, nice, though!Comment
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try this one.....http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/pro...=1329169805433
does the same thing but isn't nearly as comlicated or costly. Plus, as I said in chat, it is super easy to make your own too.
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thanks for posting that. the only reason I am looking at the one I posted is because we go out of the house LOTS.. I currently have one child that is a runner. He will not listen or stay with the group.try this one.....http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/pro...=1329169805433
does the same thing but isn't nearly as comlicated or costly. Plus, as I said in chat, it is super easy to make your own too.
The one you posted, is there a way to secure the device to the child??Comment
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No, but I use caribeaner (mountain climber clips) clips to secure the kids when we were learning to use it. I just added a smaller loop of rope and secure it onto their belt loop or their wrist (loosely). After all the kids have learned to hang on and NOT let go without permission, then we started venturing off our property. It didn't take them long to learn to stay put or we did't go. period.
I also attach the end of it to the stroller and follow them so I can give directions if necessary. I try to always place my oldest in front and rear.
I wasn't too keen on attaching the kids to the rope because if one tripped and they were attached....well, you get the picture...dominos....Comment
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