Hand Puppets - Safari Friends, 6 pcs
A set of 6 soft and cuddly fleece hand puppets:
A giraffe, a parrot, a monkey, a tiger, a zebra, and an elephant.
These wonderfully chatty hand puppets from Melissa & Doug are made of soft fleece fabric and are so much fun to play with.
Use the hand puppets when it’s time to talk about fun (or tricky) topics, or when story time calls for a little extra magic to bring the fairy tale to life.
When it’s an animal or a fantasy creature doing the storytelling, it’s even easier for kids to immerse themselves in the story and let their imagination take off.
Hand puppets are also perfect for the puppet theatre alongside finger puppets. Among other things, you can use the hand puppets to stimulate and develop your child's language through play - maybe there's a little rabbit who also struggles to say “FFFF” without spit flying. A great way to learn with laughter.
Machine washable on delicate cycle.
Sized to fit children (and adults with small hands).
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
A set of 6 soft and cuddly fleece hand puppets:
A giraffe, a parrot, a monkey, a tiger, a zebra, and an elephant.
These wonderfully chatty hand puppets from Melissa & Doug are made of soft fleece fabric and are so much fun to play with.
Use the hand puppets when it’s time to talk about fun (or tricky) topics, or when story time calls for a little extra magic to bring the fairy tale to life.
When it’s an animal or a fantasy creature doing the storytelling, it’s even easier for kids to immerse themselves in the story and let their imagination take off.
Hand puppets are also perfect for the puppet theatre alongside finger puppets. Among other things, you can use the hand puppets to stimulate and develop your child's language through play - maybe there's a little rabbit who also struggles to say “FFFF” without spit flying. A great way to learn with laughter.
Machine washable on delicate cycle.
Sized to fit children (and adults with small hands).
Suitable for ages 2 yrs. to 6 yrs.All over the world, people across different cultures tell stories about the same themes. It is a very important skill to be able to understand and tell a story with a beginning and an end. That skill can be developed by telling a story again and again.
Physical props can be a great help in teaching children to understand stories and storytelling. Hand puppets let children play with storytelling. In addition, they're a very nice way to bring a fairy tale or story to life. The reader telling the story does not get hidden behind a book but gets to be active and in contact with the little listeners, who can actively participate in the story instead of just listening passively.
Hand puppets are great to use at home and in preschools and nurseries – or for people with dementia or special needs.
This activity benefits essential skills which help support your child's well-being and ability to learn new things:
- Gives your child lots of opportunities to unleash their imagination.
- Develops your child's fine motor skills.
- Strengthen your child's language through play.
| Item number | 46-19118 |
|---|---|
| Age | 2 yrs., 3 yrs., 4 yrs., 5 yrs. , 6 yrs. |
| Senses | The tactile sense, Hearing |
| Function | Imagination, Fine motor skills, Laughs and giggles , Role play, Cooperation, Self-esteem, Social skills, Language and language comprehension |
| Helps develop skills and knowledge related to: | Story telling |
| Material | Plush |
| Maintenance | Machine wash at 30°C |
| Note! | Suitable for schools and childcare facilities |
Do you know Melissa & Doug?
For many years now, the play enthusiasts at ToyAcademy have enjoyed a friendly relationship with Melissa & Doug's skilled toy makers. The Melissa & Doug team know exactly what children want in a toy, and what toys spark children's curiosity and imagination and help them learn through play.Every single year, the Melissa & Doug collection bursts with new ideas, and our assortment is a wonderland of gift ideas for educational play. The toys are durable and versatile, so many of the toys can be used in countless ways. This means the toys are extra sustainable, as they can be played with in various ways that do not require extra consumption of the planet's resources and energy.
See our selection from Melissa & Doug 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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