Whale of a Time Wall Toy

$ 1,099.95

Whale of a Time Wall Toy

$ 1,099.95
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Heavy-Use Ready Heavy-Use Ready
Designed for Waiting Areas Designed for Waiting Areas
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Product Description

  • Description
  • Delivery About 2 - 3 Weeks
  • Cleaning Waiting Area Toys

Description

The Whale of a Time Wall Toy is a large-format Playscapes activity panel set inside a vivid underwater ocean scene. Orcas arc through the surface, coral and sea life fill the floor, and colorful fish swim throughout, but the illustration is not just decoration.

The panel surface is interactive: a large circular ball maze occupies the center, and winding raised track paths run across the outer edges for children to trace with their fingers. The ocean imagery gives every element a visual context that makes the activity feel like exploration rather than exercise.

Specification Detail
Size 31"W x 27"H x 2"D
Interactive elements Central circular ball maze with spinning component; winding raised finger-trace paths along outer edges
Theme Underwater ocean - orcas, tropical fish, coral reef, sea life
Panel shape Shaped silhouette with wavy top edge
Loose parts None
Mounting Wall-mounted; hardware and instructions included
Cleaning Wipe clean with commercial disinfectant; avoid ammonia on acrylic
Warranty 2-year manufacturer's warranty
Manufacturer Playscapes / Gressco, made in the U.S.A.

The two interactive formats on the panel serve different ages and skill levels simultaneously. The winding finger-trace paths along the outer edges are immediately accessible to toddlers - children run their fingers along the raised tracks intuitively without any instruction.

The central circular ball maze requires more deliberate control and sustained attention, making it more engaging for preschool and early elementary children. A single panel that works across the full age range of a pediatric waiting room without any configuration change.

Built for Professional Environments

Designed for healthcare, not adapted for it

Playscapes products are designed and manufactured specifically for healthcare facilities where infection control standards are most stringent. The Whale of a Time panel is built from commercial-grade materials and should be included in the same cleaning protocols as furniture and other high-contact surfaces. Frequent cleaning with most commercial disinfectant solutions will not damage or diminish any product finish. Avoid ammonia-based cleaners on acrylic surfaces. No loose parts means nothing falls between patients and nothing requires staff retrieval or reassembly.

Where These Work Best

Pediatric Hospitals and Medical Waiting Rooms

The large panel size and richly illustrated scene make the Whale of a Time panel a genuine room anchor - it draws children across the waiting area from the moment they enter. The layered activity format keeps children engaged across a wide age range and across longer wait times than a simpler panel would sustain. The shaped silhouette and immersive ocean illustration give a clinical space a warmth and visual interest that standard rectangular panels cannot match.

Children's Museums and High-Traffic Family Venues

The visual scale and the ocean scene give this panel genuine exhibit quality - it functions as a display piece that children approach and discover rather than a wall toy they are directed toward. In children's museums, mall play areas, and family activity centers, the Whale of a Time creates a natural gathering point where children queue organically, take turns at the maze, and point out the marine life details to each other. The shaped silhouette makes it distinctive even in a busy visual environment.

Early Childhood Classrooms and Science Learning Spaces

The detailed ocean illustration featuring orcas, tropical fish, coral, sea anemones supports ocean and marine life curriculum in Pre-K through early elementary classrooms. Children who have spent time at the panel arrive at ocean science lessons already familiar with the creatures and environments depicted. Mounted in a classroom or science discovery area, it functions as a permanent self-directed learning station that connects play to content in a natural, unforced way.

  • Central circular ball maze plus winding raised finger-trace paths across outer edges
  • Vivid ocean scene: orcas, tropical fish, coral reef, sea life throughout
  • Shaped panel silhouette with wavy top edge - visual impact beyond a standard rectangle
  • No loose parts
  • Commercial-grade construction rated for healthcare environments
  • Wipe clean with standard disinfectant; avoid ammonia on acrylic
  • Hardware and mounting instructions included
  • 2-year manufacturer's warranty
  • Made in the U.S.A. by Playscapes / Gressco

Delivery About 2 - 3 Weeks

  • This item is made to order and ships factory direct from Wisconsin.
  • Production/Delivery is about 2 - 3 Weeks
  • We will email you the tracking number when your order ships.

Cleaning Waiting Area Toys

Keeping waiting area toys clean is simple when you use the right products. Our wall toys and activity panels are built with smooth, hard surfaces specifically designed to clean quickly and safely alongside other high-contact surfaces in your facility.

We recommend hospital-grade disinfectant wipes such as those from the PDI line, which are widely used in medical, dental, and therapy settings. When choosing a disinfectant wipe for your waiting area toys, look for the following:

Effective against germs Choose wipes that clearly state effectiveness against common bacteria and viruses. This information is listed on the packaging based on the wipe's active ingredients.
Safe for children and staff Look for wipes labeled safe for use in environments where children are present. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions, including any hand-washing recommendations after use.
Low odor and low residue Modern disinfectant wipes are designed to clean thoroughly without leaving harsh chemical fumes or irritating residue, making them ideal for enclosed spaces like waiting rooms and therapy clinics.
Fast drying Most hospital-grade wipes air dry within approximately 90 seconds, allowing toys to be returned to use immediately with minimal downtime for your staff.
Surface compatible Always confirm the wipe is appropriate for the surface being cleaned. Some formulations are not recommended for certain finishes, so checking the label prevents surface damage over time.
Environmentally conscious Many disinfectant wipes are now made with biodegradable materials and reduced chemical concentrations, offering strong cleaning performance with a lower environmental footprint.

Using the right disinfectant wipes keeps your waiting area toys clean, safe, and ready for the next child, while protecting both your patients and your staff. If you have questions about cleaning a specific product, we are always happy to help at help@sensoryedge.com or 800-734-8019.