Maileg Mouse in Matchbox - Big Sister
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 ages 3 yrs. to 7 yrs.
Role play is a key part of your child's development, because role play improves your child's ability to think creatively about their own identity. How does a turtle or a knight talk? And what can I do if I'm a dragon or a queen? Having these kinds of reflections while playing helps to develop children's social skills. Role playing helps children develop their understanding of the world they live in. Through role play, your child is able to test rules, boundaries, and opportunities for social interaction and identity formation.
This activity supports essential skills which help support your child's well-being and ability to learn new things:
- Develops your child's ability to experience care and empathy for other people.
- Great for group role play, where little ones learn about finding their own place in the game and not always being in charge.
- Strengthens social skills, which, according to childcare professionals and educators, are more important for students to practise than memorising letters and numbers.
| Item number | 1400-17-4200-00 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Size in cm: | 13 cm |
| Item weight | 0,12 kg |
Do you know Maileg?
Maileg was started in 1999 by Erik og Dorthe Mailil, who set out to make durable toys with personality and soul as a counterbalance plastic toys and fast trends. The name Maileg is a mix of the Danish word for ""play"" and the founders' surname. Based in Herning, Denmark, Maileg creates toy figures and accessories that radiate nostalgia and Nordic simplicity.Maileg's dollhouses, mice, and elves are made with calm, immersive play in mind. It's all about building worlds and immersing yourself in stories with toys whose appearance and quality will last for years. Your child gets to form a heartfelt and close bond with their toys and the cute little mice and elves.
Maileg emphasises high quality in the details and materials of their toys. Their designs speak to both young and old playful souls. Not all Maileg products are meant to be played with - some of the elves, mice, and other figurines are purely decorative. But the Maileg universe is so great at sparking kids' 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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