Joyk Empathy Doll - Toddler, 38 cm
Joyk empathy dolls spark empathy in both children and adults. At just 38 cm tall, these dolls are perfectly sized for small hands and arms—big enough to cuddle, but not so big that they’re hard for little ones to handle. The doll’s “skin” is silky smooth with a light, velvety texture that simply invites gentle stroking. The doll has a weighted bottom, giving it a natural, lifelike feel when you hold it in your arms. The doll is not anatomically correct. The eyes, nose, and mouth are stitched on rather than attached as separate pieces, so there are no loose parts for little ones to accidentally swallow. There are several versions to choose from, so the hardest part is deciding which doll you want.
The dolls are machine washable at maximum 40 degrees and at the lowest spin cycle. Protect the doll's hair during washing with e.g. a nylon stocking.
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
Joyk empathy dolls spark empathy in both children and adults. At just 38 cm tall, these dolls are perfectly sized for small hands and arms—big enough to cuddle, but not so big that they’re hard for little ones to handle. The doll’s “skin” is silky smooth with a light, velvety texture that simply invites gentle stroking. The doll has a weighted bottom, giving it a natural, lifelike feel when you hold it in your arms. The doll is not anatomically correct. The eyes, nose, and mouth are stitched on rather than attached as separate pieces, so there are no loose parts for little ones to accidentally swallow. There are several versions to choose from, so the hardest part is deciding which doll you want.
The dolls are machine washable at maximum 40 degrees and at the lowest spin cycle. Protect the doll's hair during washing with e.g. a nylon stocking.
Role play is an important part of your child's development, because role play teaches your child to think creatively about their own identity. How does a horse or a ninja talk? And what can I do if I'm a giant or a cowboy? Having these sorts of ponderings while playing stimulates your child's social skills. Imitating activities helps children build up their understanding of their own world and daily life. Through role playing, your child can experiment with rules, boundaries, and opportunities for identity formation and social interaction.
This activity stimulates important skills which support your child's well-being and ability to learn new things:
- Stimulates the ability to experience care and compassion.
- Fires up your child's body awareness.
- Inspires your child to practise social skills, such as being able to wait their turn, lose, trade toys, or listen, being patient and tolerant, and making an effort to read the situation.
| Item number | 77-500 |
|---|---|
| Age | 1 yr., 18 mos., 2 yrs., 3 yrs., 4 yrs., 5 yrs. , 6 yrs. , 7 yrs. , 8 yrs. , 9 yrs., 10 yrs. , 11 yrs. , Seniors |
| Function | Empathy, Imagination, Hand-eye coordination, Body awareness, Role play, Social skills, Language and language comprehension, Emotional safety |
| Maintenance | Machine wash at 40°C |
Do you know Joyk?
Joyk dolls are not like other dolls. They are sewn by hand and designed to make it easy for both children and seniors to become extra fond of their doll, and thus develop their sense of empathy. Joyk dolls have weighted beads in their bottoms, and you can buy a beating heart for your doll. Their cute eyes are designed so that your child looks the doll in the eyes when it lies cradled in their left arm and they look down.Joyk dolls are very common in dementia care as a way to help seniors feel safe and at peace. Joyk dolls are available in various different designs and sizes, so you can choose exactly the one that's right for you.
See our selection from Joyk 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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