Stuffed Animals & Puppets
- Sensory-Friendly Plushie – Thoughtfully designed with autism and plush communities for maximum comfort.
- Built-in Fidget Feature – A subtle, calming element for stimming and anxiety relief.
- PROMOTE GOOD POSTURE: By placing the cute plush bear between the stomach or chest and the edge of a desk or table, kids naturally learn to sit up straight.
- LIFETIME HABITS: Posture Pets help children develop good seating habits that support healthy growth and development
- Rory the Lion, the soft-plush deep breathing tool, enables children to have a sensory experience while they practice breathing
- Rory enables kids to practice lions breath when he roars with them when a child presses his nose
- Sleepies - Paco the hedgehog
- Soothing Plush Companion: Provides comfort and security to help calm children during their bedtime routine.
- ICONIC CHARACTER MASHUP: Stitch fans will love the creative twist of Stitch dressed as Cheshire Cat, Simba, and Pongo.
- SOFT & SQUISHABLE: Made from the same high-quality, plush material Squishmallows are known for.
- Sensory tool for special needs related to ADHD, autism, dyspraxia and other health issues
- Outside: Lycra: 80% polyester, 20% spandex, Satin: 80% polyester, 20% nylon. Inside: HDPE Ball (high density polyethylene). Eyes: Non-toxic black ink.
- INCREASE FOCUS: Soothing vibrations foster relaxation relieving anxiety and improving attentiveness in the classroom and home
- Optimal for kids 3+ years
- Sensory-Friendly Design – Developed with input from autism communities, Lime Slime is crafted to provide a soothing and calming experience, perfect for those with sensory sensitivities.
- Perfectly Sized for Versatility – Ideal for playtime, travel, or as a comforting companion during quiet moments, Lime Slime is the perfect on-the-go buddy.
- Versatile Use – Provides warmth in winter, gentle weight for relaxation, or a cute cuddle buddy anytime!
- Large Stuffed Toy – Perfect size for hugging, lounging, or displaying on a bed or couch.
- Sensory-Friendly – Created with input from neurodivergent designers and autism communities, Ice Cream Borb is designed to provide a calming touch, ideal for individuals with sensory sensitivities.
- Built-In Fidget – Ice Cream Borb features a squishy whipped cream headpiece, offering a satisfying fidget for those who engage in stimming or need a tactile release.
- Sensory-Friendly Design – Created with input from autism communities, Mango offers a gentle and calming experience, ideal for individuals with sensory sensitivities.
- Vibrant Colors & Irresistible Texture – Mango's colorful design and plush texture make her a charming addition to any collection, offering both visual appeal and tactile pleasure.
- The sea squad puppet-on-a-stick
- Dimensions: 11" x 3"
- 100% RECYCLED TEDDY BEAR: This beautiful, sustainably made 13" bear has ultra-soft beige plush and a modern design with a cream-colored bowtie and matching paw pads. This plush is crafted from recycled materials, from its stuffing to its packaging.
- BABY SHOWER GIFT: Impress new parents with a baby shower gift that promotes sustainability! These recycled plush pals make perfect gifts for baby boys, baby girls, and serves as beautiful nursery and bedroom decor that remain soft for years to come.
- 100% RECYCLED BUNNY PLUSH: This beautiful, sustainably made 13" bunny has ultra-soft pink plush and a modern design with a cream-colored bow and matching paw pads. This plush is crafted from recycled materials, from its stuffing to its packaging.
- BABY SHOWER GIFT: Impress new parents with a baby shower gift that promotes sustainability! These recycled plush pals make perfect gifts for baby boys, baby girls, and serves as beautiful nursery and bedroom decor that remain soft for years to come.
- 100% RECYCLED KITTEN PLUSH: This beautiful, sustainably made 13" kitty has ultra-soft gray plush and a modern design with a long, cream-colored bow around its neck. This plush is crafted from recycled materials, from its stuffing to its packaging.
- HIGH-QUALITY, SAFE MATERIALS: Every Baby GUND stuffed animal is designed with the highest safety standards for baby toys, including embroidered eyes, to ensure safe play for all ages. Each plush ships in a recycled poly bag.
- This Plush Golden Retriever is a soft and comforting stuffed animal designed for snuggling, calming, and sensory play.
- Perfect for pretend play, this plush dog fits well with pet and animal companion themes.
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Animal puppets are a great way to provide hours of imaginative play to your child and teach them valuable lessons and life skills in the process. Puppets are also widely used in schools and in daycares to capture children’s attention. Teachers can use puppet animals alongside other classroom and school supplies to demonstrate many different skills to help students learn and retain new information. Read on to learn more about why animal puppets are a good addition to any child’s collection or daycare toy chest below.
How Do Animal Puppets Help Children Learn?
Animal puppets are a great way to engage your child’s imagination and help them think outside the box. When used correctly, stuffed animals and puppets can help children learn and understand new concepts. Puppet animals are often used in child care settings to cultivate useful skills like collaborative learning and creative problem solving early on. Here are just a few ways that using animal puppets during playtime can help children learn:
Reading in Front of an Audience
Students can practice reading their favorite children’s books and stories to their animal puppets or stuffed toys. Puppet animals at home can help them practice reading in front of an audience if they are too nervous to read in front of their classmates or teachers. These toys can help children enjoy public speaking at an early age. Parents and adults can also use puppets to read to their children and hold their attention more effectively.
Animal Puppet Shows Teach Valuable Life Lessons
Puppet shows are a great way to teach children valuable life lessons. Child care providers can use animal puppets to put on a show that will engage and capture children’s attention. These shows can be used to introduce children to a variety of scenarios that will help them make better choices later on in life and find creative ways to resolve interpersonal issues. Puppet animals can be used to demonstrate ideas and teach lessons that kids will carry with them for a lifetime.
Cultivate a Love for the Arts
Animal puppets can be used to introduce children to new creative outlets like drama and other forms of art. Child care providers often use puppets to demonstrate new skills like painting and drawing. Art teachers will often use animal puppets with arts and crafts supplies to conduct fun and engaging lessons. Puppet shows are often a child’s first introduction to acting and theatre. Kids are encouraged to pick up and learn a new hobby upon seeing their favorite animal puppet friend doing it first.
What Varieties of Animal Puppets Are Available?
Staples carries many different types of animal puppets. There are individual puppets modeled after different characters and animals for kids to enjoy. Some animal puppets come in packs of three or more and include nursery rhymes that are perfect for putting on a puppet show at home or in school. With all the animals and characters available, the possibilities during playtime are endless!