Every time we go to Target my son tries to act his way (though good behavior) into a little toy. Luckily, one of his favorite aisles at the store is the one that contains the shelves full of Schleich animal toys and action figures. I can feel good about essentially bribing my son when the reward is a quality toy that encourages imaginative play. While this might not be the best way to “train” your child, there is a giveaway if you’re excited about the movie How to Train Your Dragon.
About Schleich
Schleich manufactures action figures and animal toys that inspire imagination with boys and girls around the world.
Schleich is the home of action figures and animal figurines. Our product range spans the World of Nature with beautiful animal toys to the World of History with realistic educational toys. Our popular category of the World of Fantasy includes the well-known Smurfs as well as the quickly growing World of Elves. From over twenty breeds of horses to a dozen species of dinosaurs, Schleich understands the beauty and range in the animal kingdom.
Farm Life
Just in time for spring, Schleich introduced new baby animals and we had the opportunity to play with a few. With the help of Preschool Boy, we picked out four animals to live on our imaginary “farm”: ducklings, clydesdale stallion and foal and a very cute calf.
The first thing I noticed when we browsed the website checking out the animals is that Schleich does not “dumb down” its toys for kids. For example, the calf is actually called the “Scottish Highland Calf.” You probably aren’t surprised to learn that I really don’t know a Scottish Highland Calf from an Ohio Cow, but I do know a surprisingly beautiful little calf when I see it. All of the animals are hand-painted and very realistic. (Just look under the stallion’s legs.)
One thing I’ve really grown to detest is when my son says, “What does it do?” when he gets a new toy. And, it was such a breath of fresh air that when he got the animals he just starting playing with them. No batteries, no instructions, no electronics. Just his imagination and his little farm family. And, I’ve been surprised to see how much Toddler Girl has also enjoyed playing with the little animals. I actually think our little calf has helped her learn to say “Moo!”
To Buy or Not to Buy
To Buy… Schleich animal toys and figurines are high quality, safety-compliant materials and are truly little works of art. I love that they are straightforward animals that leave the details of how to play up to your child. If my son is on his best behavior we’ll definitely be adding to our Schleich collection when we visit Target.
Or Not to Buy… Schleich figurines are a little more expensive than other animal figurines you may find, but I do think the quality is top notch. Some of the animals are also on the small side. I can’t let my daughter near the Ducklings because they’re too small. (The recommended age is 3+.)
Shop! Schleich action figures, animal toys and figurines range in price depending on the size of the animal. The set of Ducklings is $2.99, Clydesdale stallion is $6.99, Clydesdale foal is $4.49, and the Scottish Highland calf is $4.49. The larger animals, such as the dragon in the giveaway are priced as high as $49.99. Schleich toys are sold in Target, Toys R Us and independent stores nationwide. Check the store locator to find a store new you.
Win! Celebrate the movie How to Train Your Dragon with a Schleich Faraun the Dragon Action Toy.
Prize details: “Faraun is everything that an elegant dragon should be. Her creamy golden scale-studded skin is just as radiantly majestic as her powerful claws and the horns on her lizard head. She takes care of and protects her freshly hatched dragon baby Nugur. Together with Antylar, the most powerful dragon of all, she lives in a rock cave high up in the mountains.” Suggested retail price is $49.99.
How to Enter: Visit Schleich and tell me another animals or figurine your little one would love.
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Janet F
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