The Melissa & Doug Giant Elephant is a lifelike stuffed animal that stands over 3 feet long, perfect for sparking imaginative play in children and adults alike! This plush companion not only captivates with its realistic features, like a wrinkled trunk and floppy ears, but also inspires a love for wildlife and nature. Engaging with this beautifully crafted elephant encourages storytelling, enhances social skills, and fosters empathy in kids as they care for their new furry friend. Ideal for ages 3 to 103, it's a wonderful screen-free play option that can bring families together through creative adventures! 3+ years

Melissa & Doug Animal Hand Puppets are a fantastic way to spark creativity and imagination in children ages 2 to 8! With adorable characters from both the farm and zoo, these puppets make storytelling come alive, helping our little ones develop communication skills, confidence, and empathy through role-play. Their brightly patterned, washable fabrics mean they’re not only fun but durable enough for daily adventures. Perfect for both solo play and interactive group activities, these puppets encourage cooperative play and critical thinking—making every story a unique learning experience! 2-8 years

The Aurora® Interactive Hand Puppet Sharky™ Stuffed Animal is the perfect companion for storytelling adventures! This plush puppet encourages language development, social skills, and imaginative play, making it ideal for both parents and educators looking to foster creativity in children. With its interactive design, kids can engage in fun, educational games, from creating their own underwater tales to exploring themes of marine life, all while enjoying hands-on puppet play. 3+ years

The Melissa & Doug Chef Puppet (Al Dente) sparks creativity and interactive storytelling in kids. This beautifully crafted 15-inch puppet invites children to take on the role of a chef, fostering language skills, emotional expression, and fine motor development as they bring Al Dente to life with their own voice and gestures. With removable clothing and the flexibility to use the wooden rod in either hand, kids can fully engage their imaginations while developing dexterity and confidence in their puppeteering. Perfect for ages 3 to 10, this delightful puppet encourages hands-on, screen-free play that enhances connections and empathy through storytelling. 3-10 years

The Bluey Unicorse & Bob Bilby Hand Puppet Plush 2-Pack is designed to inspire creativity and storytelling for young children. Perfectly sized for toddler hands, these plush puppets encourage imaginative play, enhance fine motor skills, and foster social interactions as kids create their own Bluey adventures. With cuddly softness and delightful characters, they invite hours of developmental fun, making them a must-have for any playtime collection. 2-5 years

The Melissa & Doug Safari Buddies Hand Puppets set is a delightful collection of soft, plush animal characters that sparks creativity and imagination in kids aged 2 and up. With an adorable elephant, tiger, parrot, giraffe, monkey, and zebra, these puppets are perfect for circus-like storytelling sessions that encourage vocabulary building, emotional expression, and confidence through role-playing. We love how these puppets can be washed, making them easy to keep clean for all those imaginative adventures. They’re not just toys; they are wonderful tools for developing fine motor skills too, ensuring hours of screen-free fun and learning. 2-8 years

The Melissa & Doug Farm Friends Hand Puppets set is the perfect companion for imaginative playtime adventures. This delightful set includes four charming puppets—a cow, horse, sheep, and pig—that spark creativity and storytelling in children aged 2 to 6. Designed to fit both tiny hands and those of adults, these cuddly puppets not only promote hand-eye coordination and motor skills, but they also foster communication and social-emotional connections between parents and children. With washable fabric, they’re ready for all kinds of play, making them an ideal gift for little ones to enjoy hands-on, screen-free fun! 2-6 years

The Mini Shark Finger Puppet is an exciting tool for sparking imagination and storytelling in children. Perfect for engaging young minds in role-playing, this puppet helps develop social skills, vocabulary, and creativity—whether they’re acting out underwater adventures or sharing tales about ocean conservation. Parents and educators alike will appreciate how it makes learning about marine life both fun and interactive, fostering a love for nature and exploration. 3+ years