Dollhouse - Little Otter Canal Boat
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.
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What makes this product special
Suitable for children aged 3 yrs. to 7 yrs.
Playing dress-up and playing with dolls, play sets, animals, and face paint are all different ways of role playing. Role play is key in your child's development. While role playing, your child develops their ability to think creatively in terms of their own identity. How does a dragonfly or a sword fighter talk? And what can I do if I'm a giant or a queen? Having these sorts of thoughts while playing strengthens children's social skills. Acting out different roles helps children expand their understanding of the world around them. When role playing, your child gets the chance to learn about rules, boundaries, and opportunities for social interaction and identity formation.
Develops important skills that are great for your child's well-being and learning ability:
- Ideal for stimulating your child's ability to show empathy.
- Great for role play, where children practise finding their own place in the game and taking turns to lead. This supports your child's empathy and ability to work with others.
- Inspires your child to practise their social skills at home in a safe environment.
| Item number | 14-TL8389 |
|---|---|
| Age | 3 yrs., 4 yrs., 5 yrs. , 6 yrs. , 7 yrs. |
| Function | Empathy, Imagination, Fine motor skills, Hand-eye coordination, Role play, Cooperation, Social skills |
| Material | Textile, Wood |
| Maintenance | Wipe with a damp cloth |
| Instructions/rules | English |
| What is or isn't included: | Accessories included |
| Size in cm: | 38 x 13 x 15,5 cm |
| Item weight | 1,4 kg |
Do you know Tender Leaf?
Tender Leaf Toys makes great high-quality wooden toys which are manufactured at a family-owned factory in Indonesia. Every year, the people behind Tender Leaf Toys spend two months at the factory developing toys and taking part in the workflow along with the local workers.The company is also known for their ethical company policy by the ICTI Ethical Toy Program.
See all our products from Tender Leaf here.
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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