Spike the Fine Motor Hedgehog - Fidget Friend
Do you have a little curious explorer who loves to fiddle and tinker with things? Then this adorable hedgehog is just the thing.Â
Spin the wheel, press the button, turn the crank, move the switch, twist the knob, and push the plunger. Children find the happy, bright colours irresistible.Â
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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
Do you have a little curious explorer who loves to fiddle and tinker with things? Then this adorable hedgehog is just the thing.Â
Spin the wheel, press the button, turn the crank, move the switch, twist the knob, and push the plunger. Children find the happy, bright colours irresistible.Â
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Measures 9,5 x 16 cm.Suitable for ages 18 mos. to 4 yrs.
Fidget toys have become very popular over the past few years. In the past, children would chew on their sleeve, doodle, or click a pen when they felt restless or couldn’t concentrate. Nowadays, both children and adults fiddle with fidget toys.
Always take your child's urge to fidget with something seriously and try to find out what helps them best. Because giving your child a chew necklace, a squishy, or a tangle to play with if they find it difficult to sit still is not a quick fix. Fidget toys can sometimes be more distracting than helpful.
Your child can also use fidget toys as a fun pastime, and you'll find many different kinds of fidget toys that are just for fun.
The activity helps your child develop new skills and is great for your child's well-being:
- Strengthens your child's fine motor skills.
| Item number | 21-LER9106 |
|---|---|
| Age | 18 mos., 2 yrs., 2.5 yrs., 3 yrs., 4 yrs. |
| Senses | The tactile sense, Vision |
| Function | Fine motor skills, Immersion and relaxation, Shape and colour recognition, Hand-eye coordination, Concentration, Observation |
| Material | Plastic |
| Maintenance | Wipe with a damp cloth |
| Instructions/rules | English, French, Spanish, German |
| Size in cm: | 9,5 x 16 cm |
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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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