01/03/2021
Our guide to Pikler’s triangles!
Curious about the Pikler, or already have your mind set on one? These sturdy climbing frames are great for building toddlers’ confidence and developing important motor skills.
What ages is it good for? 8 months to around 4 years, or older depending on the child’s interest and skills.
What are the steps to a child conquering the Pikler?
1. Climb up
2. Come back down (harder than it looks!)
3. Climb to the top and bring one leg over to straddle
4. Bring other leg over and come down backwards
First of all, safety. Piklers should always be used on a mat or non-slip surface, and children should not be left unattended. The aim is to not help them so they go at their own pace, but be near in case they ask for help or slip.
Things to note when choosing a Pikler:
1. Safety (again!):
- The Pikler should ideally be safety certified, meaning the wood and stains are non-toxic and it has been tested to withstand the stated weight.
- Gap between rungs should be either too narrow for the toddler’s body to fall through or wide enough for the head to pass through to avoid strangulation if the child falls in.
- Nordic countries have very strict standards and piklers taller than 65cm (unfolded) must be fixed to the ground to avoid toppling over, so their piklers are mainly smaller.
- Ergonomics: usually the more upright it is, the easier for younger toddler as their weight won’t be leaning forward.
Gaps between rungs should be even (my 16mo used to get stuck in the wider gap connecting the top of the reconfigurable Pikler 😅)
- Up the Challenge: The fancy reconfigurable ones are better for older toddlers. You can also combine with a rocker or sofa to form an obstacle course!
Lastly, the Pikler is so versatile and can be used as a fort, and the ramp can be used for ball runs or cars as well!
Still have questions? DM us, we’ll be glad to help! 😃