Maileg Ballet Mice Dance Studio - Sister & Brother
You can almost hear the charming music from the Nutcracker flowing out of the lovely little dance studio, where Little Sister and Little Brother Mouse take ballet lessons.The little mice are just 11 cm tall, so they’re not quite ready for their pointe shoes yet.
This set does not include furniture.
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
You can almost hear the charming music from the Nutcracker flowing out of the lovely little dance studio, where Little Sister and Little Brother Mouse take ballet lessons.The little mice are just 11 cm tall, so they’re not quite ready for their pointe shoes yet.
This set does not include furniture.
Suitable for ages 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. During role play, your child learns to think creatively when it comes to their own identity. What are my superpowers as a knight or a giant? How does a circus performer or a unicorn talk? These kinds of ponderings strengthen children's social skills. When role playing, your child is able to test boundaries, rules, and opportunities for social interaction and identity formation, and this stimulates their understanding of their own world and daily life.
This activity strengthens important skills which support your child's well-being and ability to learn:
- Benefits the ability to experience care and compassion.
- Excellent for role play, where children practise finding their own place in the game and not always being in charge. This benefits your child's ability to cooperate and show empathy.
- Strengthens social skills, which, according to early years educators, are more important for children to practise than learning math and memorising the alphabet.
| Item number | 1400-17-5105-00 |
|---|---|
| Age | 3 yrs., 4 yrs., 5 yrs. , 6 yrs. , 7 yrs. |
| Function | Empathy, Role play, Social skills |
| Material | Cardboard, Textile |
| Maintenance | Hand wash, Air dry |
| What is or isn't included: | Accessories included |
| Item weight | 0,38 kg |
Do you know Maileg?
Maileg was created in 1999 by Dorthe og Erik Mailil, who set out to make toys with soul, personality, and high durability as a counterbalance plastic toys and throw-away culture. The name Maileg is made up of the Danish word for ""play"" and the founders' surname. Based in Herning, Denmark, Maileg creates Christmas elves, dollhouses, and toys that radiate nostalgia and Nordic simplicity.Maileg's mice, elves, animal figures, and accessories are made with calm, immersive play in mind. It's all about creating worlds and telling stories with toys whose quality and appearance will last for years. Your child gets to form a close, heartfelt bond with their toys and the cute little mice and elves.
Maileg emphasises high quality in the materials and details of their toys. Their designs speak to both young and old playful souls. Not all Maileg products are toys - some of the elves, mice, and other figurines are purely decorative. But the Maileg universe is so great at sparking children's imaginations that we're happy to offer even the more delicate, display-only pieces to our customers regardless.
See our selection from Maileg 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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