Weighted Stuffed Animal - Octopus, 1.2 kg
What makes this product special
If your child struggles to wind down at bedtime
, our occupational therapist has five great play ideas that help your child burn off energy in a meaningful way. right here on our Smart Through Play blog.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 children aged 3 yrs. to Seniors
If your child struggles to wind down at bedtime
, our occupational therapist has five great play ideas that help your child burn off energy in a meaningful way. right here on our Smart Through Play blog.This activity benefits essential skills which help support your child's well-being and ability to learn new things:
- Gives your child a wonderful calm moment and a little break in an otherwise busy day.
- Motivates your child to concentrate.
- Gives your child a feeling of safety.
| Item number | 35-84686 |
|---|---|
| Age | 3 yrs., 4 yrs., 5 yrs. , 6 yrs. , 7 yrs. , 8 yrs. , 9 yrs., 10 yrs. , 11 yrs. , 12 yrs. , 13 yrs. , 14+ yrs. , Seniors |
| Senses | The tactile sense |
| Function | Immersion and relaxation, Concentration, Body awareness, Emotional safety |
| Material | Plush |
| Maintenance | Hand wash |
| Take it with you | to school , to bed , to the cabin, on vacation, to the restaurant |
| Size in cm: | 41 x 6 x 13 cm |
| Item weight | 1,2 kg |
Do you know byASTRUP?
Danish byASTRUP is known for toys that have unique styles and designs, fine details, and high durability. Here, you'll find wooden and textile toys which give your child's imagination and role play optimal conditions for flourishing and thriving.They use responsibly sourced wood that can be traced back to the exact forest it came from. The company also has BSCI certification (which has to do with social responsibility in production) and gives €1000 a month to the Children’s Cancer Foundation.
See all our products from byASTRUP 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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