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National Child Protection Week 2025 is the 7th to the13th September and is part of a nationwide initiative to prevent child abuse and neglect. This year’s theme ‘Every Conversation Matters: Shifting Conversation to Action’ encourages us all to take practical steps towards ensuring all children are safe. The Big Situations: Child Safe resource can support educators take action and prepare and respond to child safety and wellbeing concerns.

Available

Leckey Firefly Scooot 4-in-1 Mobility Rider

  • Seating

    • Description

    The Leckey Firefly Scooot Mobility Rider can be set up to facilitate movement for a child in multiple ways.

    It enables the child to crawl with tummy support, to scoot along using their legs while sitting upright or, when the detachable wheels are added, to self-propel using their arms.

    This equipment is designed for children aged between 2 and 6 years.

    Inclusion Possibilities

    • Supports access to and participation in movement experiences
    • Can be used to enable participation where peers are moving around the environment

    Things to consider

    • Educators should consider how the mobility rider will be used, in terms of routines and staffing within the care environment, in order to maximise children’s participation in the program and facilitate peer interaction
    • Educators should consult with therapists and parents about appropriate timeframes when using the mobility rider
    • Educators should consult the operating manual and therapists as needed

    Further Information

    Firefly Scooot | Sit And Ride | Children With Specia... (leckey.com)

    Storage and use

    • This equipment can be used indoors and outdoors on flat level areas but must be stored indoors when not in use

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