Guest Picks: Fun Floor Coverings for Kids
When it comes to kids, it helps to cushion the floor. Floor coverings not only provide a little extra padding when kids tumble, but they also help take the chill out of cold floors. Many floor coverings today are not only functional, but also educational. Check out these fun floor coverings for kids for inspiration. — Maria from Bicultural Mama
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LA Rug Solar System Rug - $99.90
If your child is interested in space, this rug offers an educational view of the solar system with bold and fun colors.
Wood Grain Foam Play Mat - $39.95
For parents who are looking for a floor covering that not only doubles as a play mat, but also matches hardwood floors, this one is ideal. The wood design on the mat blends right in with hardwood floors, so your living room doesn't have to scream "playroom." The pieces interlock like a puzzle and are made of foam to protect little ones.
Hopscotch Colorful Game Mat for Kids - $39.95
Why wait for warm weather to play hopscotch? This sturdy rug not only helps protect floors but also doubles as a game kids can use year-round. It comes with a skid-proof backing for safety.
Interlocking Foam Alphabet Puzzle Mat - $39.95
For parents looking to create a festive and protective play area, the Puzzle Mat Letters foam play mat fits the bill. The play mat features daycare-quality foam puzzle pieces that are textured and durable. Kids can pop out the letters and numbers and interlock the pieces. It's educational and fun at the same time.
Giant Road Play Mat - $39.95
Does your child love to make-believe he's playing in a city with his toy cars? This giant road play mat rug provides soft protection from the floor and also acts as a play center. The rug features a school, gas station, pizza parlor, traffic lights and more.
Fun Time Travel Fun Map Classroom Kids' Rug - $24.32
The Fun Time Travel Fun Map classroom rug isn't just for the classroom. Use it at home to cover cold floors, and at the same time, teach kids the states in America. It also features the U.S. Interstate highways.
Tadpoles Floor Mat Set, Blue & Brown - $24.99
For a stylish floor covering that can also be used as a soft play mat, check out the Tadpoles floor mat set. The foam pieces come in soothing blue and brown colors and interlock like a puzzle. The circles pop out too.
Learning Carpets Time to Learn - $61.30
If the kids are spending a ton of time in the playroom, you may as well make the most of it with an educational rug. This learning rug features numbers, letters and different times on clocks. It's durable, soil and stain resistant and washable. There's also a skid-proof backing for safety.
Animal Print Play Mats - $59
These Animal Print play mats will give any room a warm and fuzzy feeling, as well as provide a safe and soft spot for a child to play or nap. They're portable and padded.
Jumbo Checker Rug Game - $15.27
Does your kid love to play checkers? Make the most of his or her floor with this checkerboard rug. It even comes with large vinyl playing pieces to play the game. The rug is machine washable and made of synthetic and natural fibers. It's also a great value given its affordable price point.
Imaginarium Foam Puzzle Mat - $12.99
For kids who love puzzles, this 12-piece play mat offers something different from other mats that feature letters and numbers. These pieces have cutouts of dinosaurs, animals, buses and more. The affordable price makes this an attractive option for those looking to have an interactive play mat.
Fun Time Soccerfield Multi-Colored Area Rug - $49.97
Are you a soccer mom? Then your little soccer player will love this rug. Kids can imagine they (or their toy figurines) are playing soccer on this "field."
Give the Planet a Hug Rug - $119.99
The Give the Planet a Hug rug features images of children from all over the world holding hands.
L.A. Rugs Round Trains, Planes & Trucks Kids Area Rug - $59.99
Trains, planes and trucks galore! This round rug is whimsical and fun for the child who loves all things that move.
Fun Rugs Compare Kids' Rug, Black - $119
Teach kids opposites with this fun and educational rug. The pictures reinforce the words to help kids learn.
Personalized Kids' Time Out Floor Mat - $28.95
Whether you use this mat as a "time out" mat, a "quiet spot" mat or as something else, it is designed to help discipline young children by making a special place for them.
Dora the Explorer Floor Mat - $14.99
I like that this foam floor mat is in a unique shape, not just a standard square. It also works as a puzzle to provide kids with extra fun and learning.
Bilingual Paint Palette Rug
A bilingual rug is a great concept for parents wanting to teach their kids both English and Spanish!
Fun Rugs Children's Fun Time Collection, World Map - $34
What are the seven continents in the world? Kids can learn about world geography with this rug. Using fun and vibrant colors, this rug features the names and locations of the continents and major oceans, as well as lines of longitude and latitude.
Kids Jumbo Monkey Plush Floor Mat - $69.98
Are your kids like little monkeys jumping around the house? They'll love this plush jumbo monkey rug. It can act as a blanket or cushion for a twin bed as well. The mat features monkey paws, a tail and a large head that can be a pillow.
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