Hand Puppets - Zoo Friends, 4 pcs
Four cute safari-themed hand puppets made of soft plush.
- Sized to fit children and most adults with average-sized hands
- Lovely to play with and cuddle
- Machine washable at 30 degrees
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
Four cute safari-themed hand puppets made of soft plush.
- Sized to fit children and most adults with average-sized hands
- Lovely to play with and cuddle
- Machine washable at 30 degrees
Play with hand puppets allows your child to practise understanding and telling a story with a beginning and an end. This is an important skill which can be improved by talking about a story while you're telling it, and telling it over and over.
Hand puppets can make a story or fairy tale come alive. The reader telling the story does not get hidden behind a book but gets to be in active 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 with your child and in nurseries and preschools – or for people with special needs, such as dementia.
The activity helps your child develop new skills and is wonderful for your child's well-being:
- Encourages your child to let their imagination soar.
- Helps your child sharpen their fine motor skills.
- Strengthens your child's development and understanding of language.
| Item number | 46-19081 |
|---|---|
| Age | 2 yrs., 3 yrs., 4 yrs., 5 yrs. , 6 yrs. |
| 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?
Melissa & Doug design toys that spark children's curiosity and help them learn through play. Therefore, the play enthusiasts at ToyAcademy enjoy a long-standing friendly relationship with the American company's talented toy makers.The toys are versatile and durable, so the majority of the items can be used in a number of different ways. This adds to the sustainability of the toys, as they can be played with in various ways that do not require additional consumption of nature's resources and energy. And every single year, the company impresses us with new and exciting ideas.
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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