NERF Vortex Aero Howler Ball - Flies Like the Wind
This clever flying football is built for serious speed and long-distance throws. It’s shaped like an American football and has a tail that helps it cut through the air and fly extra far, while also making it easier for little hands to catch.Â
There’s definitely a knack to throwing an American football. Just look at the shape of it — long and pointed, nothing like an ordinary ball. So which end goes first?
Pointed end first! A football is thrown overhand, over the shoulder, and the Vortex makes it fun and easy to get the hang of the technique. After all, it’s not the kind of ball you instinctively toss underhand or fling sideways.
There’s something so satisfying about throwing a ball really far. The Vortex can soar more than 80 metres through the air. Head outside and give it a go... then enjoy the sprint to fetch it again.
The ball is 32 cm long and weighs 120 g.Â
What makes this product special
Toys for learning through play
Play is essential for children’s learning, well-being, and development. Through play, children learn about themselves and the world around them.
Play helps children:
• stay curious
• focus and become absorbed in what they're doing
• take on age-appropriate challenges
• build confidence
We believe children learn best by doing things for themselves:
• by making mistakes
• by getting messy
• by falling down and getting back up again
Resilience, confidence, and courage grow through experience, one small step at a time.
That's why we carefully choose toys that encourage independence, imagination, movement, and social skills — offering just the right balance of support, freedom, and opportunities to grow.
Carefully selected toys
We carefully handpick every toy from the vast world of toys available today. The only toys that make it into our range are ones we'd be happy to give our own children.
Every toy at ToyAcademy should:
• support learning through play
• be made from durable, high-quality materials
• be safe and enjoyable for children to play with
20 years of experience as parents and professionals
We're a Danish company founded in 2005, and we're parents too. We know what it's like to want the very best toys for your children.
Our mission is clear:
Toys should support children’s development, well-being, and confidence through play.
90-day returns
Shop with peace of mind — especially when buying gifts.
You have 90 days to return your purchase, giving you extra flexibility and peace of mind.
If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
What makes this product special
This clever flying football is built for serious speed and long-distance throws. It’s shaped like an American football and has a tail that helps it cut through the air and fly extra far, while also making it easier for little hands to catch.Â
There’s definitely a knack to throwing an American football. Just look at the shape of it — long and pointed, nothing like an ordinary ball. So which end goes first?
Pointed end first! A football is thrown overhand, over the shoulder, and the Vortex makes it fun and easy to get the hang of the technique. After all, it’s not the kind of ball you instinctively toss underhand or fling sideways.
There’s something so satisfying about throwing a ball really far. The Vortex can soar more than 80 metres through the air. Head outside and give it a go... then enjoy the sprint to fetch it again.
The ball is 32 cm long and weighs 120 g.Â
Measures 32 .Suitable for ages 5 yrs. to 10 yrs.
The activity helps your child develop new skills and is wonderful for your child's well-being:
- Develops hand-eye coordination, a skill we use for example when cutting a straight line with scissors, pouring a glass of water without spilling, or when kicking or catching the ball that comes flying towards us in PE class.
- Benefits your child's sense of cause/effect. It gives your child a sense of safety when they're able to predict outcomes and understand their world.
| Item number | 1039-M212150 |
|---|---|
| Age | 5 yrs. , 6 yrs. , 7 yrs. , 8 yrs. , 9 yrs., 10 yrs. |
| Senses | Proprioception, Vision |
| Function | Depth perception, Hand-eye coordination, Cause and effect |
| Material | Foam |
| Take it with you | in the garden, to the cabin, to the restaurant, out in the street |
| Note! | Unfortunately, colour/type selection is not available as the item comes in assorted variants. |
| Size in cm: | 32 |
| Item weight | 0,140 |
Delivery time: 2-4 business days
We aim to ship your order as quickly as possible. In most cases, you’ll receive it within 2-4 business days. Occasionally, minor delays may occur.
Please note: During busy periods, such as Christmas or Black Friday, delivery times may be slightly longer.
Returns
You have 90 days to return your purchase. That gives you extra peace of mind, especially when buying gifts. If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
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