Children love nothing more than imitating adults and the grown-up things they do, and so these toys are all designed to stimulate their imagination and role-playing fun in a wide variety of ways. Pretend play is also very good for promoting compassion and emotional understanding, and it gives them a worthwhile sense of responsibility at a tender young age!
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Sale!By Tender leaf toys 5 beautifully coloured macarons to resemble a chick, bunny, bear, piglet, and fox. Each macaron has a separately coloured filling just like the real thing! Crafted from sustainable rubberwood painted in pretty non-toxic contemporary colours. Presented in an illustrated window box. Designed and made by Tender Leaf Toys Suitable from: 24 months + Size: 25 x 5.5 x 3 cms
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By Tender leaf toys Who would like a cappuccino? This Babyccino coffee machine set is the most exciting new addition to Tender leaf's kitchen and play food range! The perfect extension to our Bird's Nest Café, this set is styled in soft mellow colours and has a cute bird clacking dial. With happy faces motifs, this play set is sure to delight any little one looking to play pretend coffee shops! Feel free to pick your favourite flavour from the drinking pod tray and enjoy making that perfect cup of coffee. Made from sustainable rubberwood and responsibly sourced plywood. Set includes: 5 fabulous coffee pods, a pod holder, a milk frothing jug, two very happy smiling face teacups, and some cheeky biscuits... Looks like somebody has already taken a bite out of one! Made from sustainable rubberwood and responsibly sourced plywood, coloured with soft non-toxic colours for a contemporary style. Presented in an illustrated colour box. Designed and made by Tender Leaf Toys Suitable from: 3 Years + Size: 15 x 20 x 20.5 cm
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By Tender leaf toys A perfect solid bear family with Beryl the mum, Bobby the dad and Cub the baby, all finished with stylish colours and ready to add to any dolls house set or open ended play set. These little critters are a perfect addition to our Rosewood Cottage, Sailaway Boat, Secret Meadow Shepherds Hut and Timber Taxi and are also a part of our Open-Ended play category, meaning they are a great all-rounder. Made from sustainable rubberwood and coloured with soft non-toxic colours for a contemporary style. Presented in an illustrated colour box. Designed and made by Tender Leaf Toys Suitable from: 3 Years + Size: 10 x 4 x 6 cm
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By Tender leaf toys Have afternoon tea with your friends! Which mouthwatering delicacy will you choose? A ham or cucumber sandwich, a lemon meringue pie, a chocolate roll, a slice of Victoria sponge, an apple fancy, or 2 cupcakes? A 2 tier wooden cake stand with 8 delicious looking solid wood cakes and sandwiches, the cake stand is topped with a pretty blue bird, and forms part of a larger range of pretend play toys Children can learn to balance all the items on the stand, so developing fine motor skills. Perfect for pretend play, this tea time stand encourages children to make up stories and situations where they can pretend to be just like mum and dad, arranging the cakes, offering a treat, and serving them all on a pretty stand. Set includes; Ham and cucumber sandwich Lemon meringue tart Slice of Victoria sponge cake Apple fancy 2 cup cakes Chocolate roll Made from sustainable rubberwood painted in matte and gloss non toxic contemporary colours. Presented in an illustrated colour box. Designed and made by Tender Leaf Toys Suitable from: 3 Years + Size: 19.5 x 18 x 27 cms
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By Tender leaf toys Have afternoon tea with your friends! A romantic wooden tea set featuring a pretty bird motif on the saucers and the side of a solid wood teapot. As well as encouraging pretend play, children can develop their all important language skills and learn to balance all the items on the tray, so improving manual dexterity. Set includes; Round wooden Tray Tea pot with removable lid decorated with a birdie motif 2 cups and saucers Milk jug Wooden teaspoon Cupcake and Tea bag Made from sustainable rubberwood painted in pretty non toxic contemporary colours. Presented in an illustrated colour box. Designed and made by Tender Leaf Toys Suitable from: 3 years + Size: 24 x 24 x 10.5 cms
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By Boppi New~ this wonderful 10 in 1 puzzle set is fantastic for toddlers. This progressive set has been beautifully illustrated by Laura Watson and has been designed to be great fun. The set comprises 10 dinosaur themed jigsaws, with each puzzle piece amount increasing from two to six-piece puzzles, and also reducing in their actual size too once made, aiding a child's improving dexterity and growing cognitive abilities. Also included is a 22'' fold out dinosaur themed environment board for your child to use as a backdrop for making their puzzles on. Other 10 in 1 puzzles are available to collect: Vehicles, Farmyard and Jungle Safari. Suitable from: 18 months
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By Boppi New~ this wonderful 10 in 1 puzzle set is fantastic for toddlers. This progressive set has been beautifully illustrated by Laura Watson and has been designed to be great fun. The set comprises 10 farmyard themed jigsaws, with each puzzle piece amount increasing from two to six-piece puzzles, and also reducing in their actual size too once made, aiding a child's improving dexterity and growing cognitive abilities. Also included is a 22'' fold out farmyard themed environment board for your child to use as a backdrop for making their puzzles on. Other 10 in 1 puzzles are available to collect: Vehicles, Dinosaurs and Jungle Safari. Suitable from: 18 months
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By Boppi New~ this wonderful 10 in 1 puzzle set is fantastic for toddlers. This progressive set has been beautifully illustrated by Laura Watson and has been designed to be great fun. The set comprises 10 jungle safari themed jigsaws, with each puzzle piece amount increasing from two to six-piece puzzles, and also reducing in their actual size too once made, aiding a child’s improving dexterity and growing cognitive abilities. Also included is a 22” fold out jungle safari themed environment board for your child to use as a backdrop for making their puzzles on. Other 10 in 1 puzzles are available to collect: Vehicles, Farmyard and Dinosaurs. Suitable from: 18 months
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By Boppi New~ this wonderful 10 in 1 puzzle set is fantastic for toddlers. This progressive set has been beautifully illustrated by Laura Watson and has been designed to be great fun. The set comprises 10 vehicles themed jigsaws, with each puzzle piece amount increasing from two to six-piece puzzles, and also reducing in their actual size too once made, aiding a child’s improving dexterity and growing cognitive abilities. Also included is a 22” fold out vehicles themed environment board for your child to use as a backdrop for making their puzzles on. Other 10 in 1 puzzles are available to collect: Dinosaurs, Farmyard and Jungle Safari. Suitable from: 18 months
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By Boppi A brand-new product for Boppi and one that’s great for encouraging STEM activities in young children, this beautiful Marble Run construction toy takes the traditional gravity-fed system and gives it a stunning ecological twist. Instead of being made out of formed plastic, Boppi’s system is crafted from bamboo fibre, wood and 100 per cent recycled plastics – yet still includes exciting components like the spiral drop! There’s also a clever system of looped ropes which stop the marbles from escaping once they’ve completed their mazy journey from the top of the run to the very bottom. This Boppi Marble Run is a sizeable set, comprising 89 pieces and 16 marbles. We stock other Marble Run packs so that your child can build up a big collection and create ever more elaborate constructs for the marbles to travel down! Suitable from: 3 years + Size: 89 pieces plus 16 marbles
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By Boppi A brand-new product for Boppi and one that’s great for encouraging STEM activities in young children, this beautiful Marble Run construction toy takes the traditional gravity-fed system and gives it a stunning ecological twist. Instead of being made out of formed plastic, Boppi’s system is crafted from bamboo fibre, wood and 100 per cent recycled plastics – yet still includes exciting components like the spiral drop! There’s also a clever system of looped ropes which stop the marbles from escaping once they’ve completed their mazy journey from the top of the run to the very bottom. This Boppi Marble Run is a sizeable set, comprising 138 pieces and 24 marbles. We stock other Marble Run packs so that your child can build up a big collection and create ever more elaborate constructs for the marbles to travel down! Suitable from: 3 years + Size: 138 pieces plus 24 marbles
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By Boppi A brand-new product for Boppi and one that's great for encouraging STEM activities in young children, this beautiful Marble Run construction toy takes the traditional gravity-fed system and gives it a stunning ecological twist. Instead of being made out of formed plastic, Boppi's system is crafted from bamboo fibre, wood and 100 per cent recycled plastics - yet still includes exciting components like the spiral drop! There's also a clever system of looped ropes which stop the marbles from escaping once they've completed their mazy journey from the top of the run to the very bottom. This is the starter pack for Boppi Marble Run, comprising 48 pieces and 12 marbles. Larger, more complex sets are available and we stock those too, but this is a brilliant way to begin your child's Marble Run collection! Suitable from: 3 years + Size: 48 pieces plus 12 marbles
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By Boppi This Crossrail is a great addition to any size Boppi Marble Run for extra FUN. Instead of being made out of formed plastic, Boppi’s system is crafted from bamboo fibre, wood and 100 per cent recycled plastics - so it's Eco friendly too. Suitable from: 3 years
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By Boppi This Musical is a great addition to any size Boppi Marble Run for extra FUN. Instead of being made out of formed plastic, Boppi’s system is crafted from bamboo fibre, wood and 100 per cent recycled plastics – so it’s Eco friendly too. Suitable from: 3 years
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By Boppi This Seesaw is a great addition to any size Boppi Marble Run for extra FUN. Instead of being made out of formed plastic, Boppi’s system is crafted from bamboo fibre, wood and 100 per cent recycled plastics - so it's Eco friendly too. Suitable from: 3 years
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By Boppi From the sweltering jungles to the depths of the ocean, and from the freezing Arctic to searing deserts and the African savannah, this gorgeous Boppi 'Animals Around The World' jigsaw has got it all! These Boppi jigsaw puzzles are distinctive, beautiful - and ethical, too. Unlike most 2D jigsaws, which are square, this series of puzzles are all circular. With six specific design themes to collect, these Boppi jigsaws are exquisitely illustrated by Laura Watson. The ethical element comes from the fact that each Boppi puzzle is made of pieces constructed from triple-layered, 100 per cent recycled cardboard, formed into durable, hard-backed shapes that will stand the test of time. Once assembled, these eye-catching, 150-piece puzzles measure 58cm and they also come in a lovely gift box, meaning they would make the perfect gift for a special occasion! Suitable from: 5 years
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By Boppi The hustle and bustle of 'City Life' is superbly represented in this Boppi jigsaw puzzle, as a train steams into the station, emergency service vehicles whizz about the streets on essential duties, and people go about their daily routines! These Boppi jigsaw puzzles are distinctive, beautiful - and ethical, too. Unlike most 2D jigsaws, which are square, this series of puzzles are all circular. With six specific design themes to collect, these Boppi jigsaws are exquisitely illustrated by Laura Watson. The ethical element comes from the fact that each Boppi puzzle is made of pieces constructed from triple-layered, 100 per cent recycled cardboard, formed into durable, hard-backed shapes that will stand the test of time. Once assembled, these eye-catching, 150-piece puzzles measure 58cm and they also come in a lovely gift box, meaning they would make the perfect gift for a special occasion! Suitable from: 5 years
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By Boppi The roar-some time of the 'terrible lizards' is brought thrillingly to life with this spectacular 'Dinosaurs' jigsaw puzzle from Boppi! These Boppi jigsaw puzzles are distinctive, beautiful - and ethical, too. Unlike most 2D jigsaws, which are square, this series of puzzles are all circular. With six specific design themes to collect, these Boppi jigsaws are exquisitely illustrated by Laura Watson. The ethical element comes from the fact that each Boppi puzzle is made of pieces constructed from triple-layered, 100 per cent recycled cardboard, formed into durable, hard-backed shapes that will stand the test of time. Once assembled, these eye-catching, 150-piece puzzles measure 58cm and they also come in a lovely gift box, meaning they would make the perfect gift for a special occasion! Suitable from: 5 years
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By Boppi The vibrant colours and sense of fun we all enjoy in spring, summer, autumn and winter is perfectly captured in the scenescape of this fabulous 'Seasons' jigsaw puzzle by Boppi! These Boppi jigsaw puzzles are distinctive, beautiful - and ethical, too. Unlike most 2D jigsaws, which are square, this series of puzzles are all circular. With six specific design themes to collect, these Boppi jigsaws are exquisitely illustrated by Laura Watson. The ethical element comes from the fact that each Boppi puzzle is made of pieces constructed from triple-layered, 100 per cent recycled cardboard, formed into durable, hard-backed shapes that will stand the test of time. Once assembled, these eye-catching, 150-piece puzzles measure 58cm and they also come in a lovely gift box, meaning they would make the perfect gift for a special occasion! Suitable from: 5 years
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By Boppi Take a cosmic adventure into 'Space' with this stunning Boppi jigsaw puzzle, depicting a colourful view of our solar system, complete with astronauts, rockets and aliens! These Boppi jigsaw puzzles are distinctive, beautiful - and ethical, too. Unlike most 2D jigsaws, which are square, this series of puzzles are all circular. With six specific design themes to collect, these Boppi jigsaws are exquisitely illustrated by Laura Watson. The ethical element comes from the fact that each Boppi puzzle is made of pieces constructed from triple-layered, 100 per cent recycled cardboard, formed into durable, hard-backed shapes that will stand the test of time. Once assembled, these eye-catching, 150-piece puzzles measure 58cm and they also come in a lovely gift box, meaning they would make the perfect gift for a special occasion! Suitable from: 5 years
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By Boppi This glorious Boppi ‘Unicorn’ jigsaw puzzle depicts a bright and colourful fairytale scene and is the perfect gift for any Unicorn loving child! These Boppi jigsaw puzzles are distinctive, beautiful – and ethical, too. Unlike most 2D jigsaws, which are square, this series of puzzles are all circular. With seven specific design themes to collect, these Boppi jigsaws are exquisitely illustrated by Laura Watson. The ethical element comes from the fact that each Boppi puzzle is made of pieces constructed from triple-layered, 100 per cent recycled cardboard, formed into durable, hard-backed shapes that will stand the test of time. Once assembled, these eye-catching, 150-piece puzzles measure 58cm and they also come in a lovely gift box, meaning they would make the perfect gift for a special occasion! Suitable from: 5 years Size: 58cm diameter
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By Boppi This glorious Boppi 'World Map' jigsaw puzzle brilliantly depicts all the various continents of Earth, encapsulated by the flora, fauna, people and landmarks which make up our precious planet! These Boppi jigsaw puzzles are distinctive, beautiful - and ethical, too. Unlike most 2D jigsaws, which are square, this series of puzzles are all circular. With six specific design themes to collect, these Boppi jigsaws are exquisitely illustrated by Laura Watson. The ethical element comes from the fact that each Boppi puzzle is made of pieces constructed from triple-layered, 100 per cent recycled cardboard, formed into durable, hard-backed shapes that will stand the test of time. Once assembled, these eye-catching, 150-piece puzzles measure 58cm and they also come in a lovely gift box, meaning they would make the perfect gift for a special occasion! Suitable from: 5 years
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By Brainbox This First Animals game is designed to give pre-school children a head start. Each sturdy double-sided card shows three animal images on one side and just part of each image on the other, such as ears or a tail, with the question, “What animal?” The object of the game is to look at and talk about a card, then turn it over and try to remember which animal each body part shown belongs to. If the animals are correctly remembered the card is kept, and the person with the most cards after 5 or 10 minutes is the winner. Great fun for kids and grown-ups alike. Suitable from: Suggested 3 years +
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By Brainbox Introduce your child to the many exciting opportunities of the world of work. This People at Work game is a great way to help them answer the question of what they would like to be when they grow up! The object of the game is to study the person at work on your card, then turn it over and try to remember the scene and answer questions based upon it. If answered correctly the card is kept, and the person with the most cards after 5 or 10 minutes is the winner. Great fun and educational too. Suitable from: Suggested 4 years +
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By Brainbox This is a great way to introduce a young audience to the works of William Shakespeare in a fun and engaging way. Each of the cards in this game depict a scene from a famous Shakespearean play. There is also a quotation and a caption to explain what is happening in the plot. You study the card and then answer questions about it from memory! How much will you remember? When the cards are placed in order they then tell the story of the play. The plays include A Midsummers Night's Dream, Hamlet, Julius Caesar, Macbeth, Romeo & Juliet, The Tempest and Twelfth Night. This is a game for grandparents and wider family to all enjoy. It's a great way to improve observation and memory skills, and to familiarise yourself with the works of the great Shakespeare. Suitable from: Suggested 8 years +
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By Brainbox From the Suffragettes to the Aztec Empire, this Time Traveller game gives players the opportunity to travel through time and relive and/or learn about major historical events. The object of the game is to study the historical event on your card, then turn it over and try to remember the scene and answer questions based upon it. If answered correctly the card is kept, and the person with the most cards after 5 or 10 minutes is the winner. Great fun and educational for kids and grown-ups alike. Suitable from: Suggested 7 years +
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By Tender leaf toys Treat yourself to a healthy modern breakfast with this fabulous toaster set that comes with a poached egg and avocado side. Toast 2 slices of bread, turn the birdie dial to hot, pop them up when they are ready, butter the toast with the wooden knife, and top with a poached egg and 2 slices of avocado. Tastefully styled with soft contemporary colours and a cute birdie motif. Perfect for pretend play and for inspiring children to make healthy eating choices! Set includes; Toaster with 2 slices of toast Butter dish with lid Plate and knife 2 slices of avocado Poached egg Made from sustainable rubberwood painted in matte and gloss non toxic contemporary colours. Presented in an illustrated colour box. Designed and made by Tender Leaf Toys Suitable from: 3 years + Size: 16 x 18.5 x 14.5 cms
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By Egmont Toys This soft carry cot is absolutely stunning. It has a gorgeous flower print on the outside and pillow, and a pink spotty lining inside. It also comes with a coordinating floral quilt to place over whoever may be sleeping in this bed - it really is adorable. Furthermore, it's completely reversible, so you could have the pink spots on the outside, and the flower print inside. Suitable from: 12 months Size: 34cm X 20cm X 11cm
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By Playpress Build and play with Roar, Stomp, Boo and Squeak from The World of Dinosaur Roar. Made from sturdy Playpress board, our dinosaur set is ready and waiting for plenty of adventures. The box transforms into a colourful prehistoric landscape to give these cheeky characters the perfect setting for the wildest stories. Suitable from: 3 years Size: sealed pack 20.7cm x 16.1cm x 0.8cm
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By Tender leaf toys This is our fabulous retro styled doctors bag, full of all the essentials for treating poorly patients! Teaching our little ones the importance of caring for one another is at the top of our list. What better way to learn through play than with a beautiful wooden doctors set! Set includes: a stethoscope, some scissors, an ear probe, a syringe, a doctors knee hammer, a blood pressure monitor, a cloth mask, plasters, stickers showing ailments and remedies, a bottle of pills and a tube of ointment. Made from sustainable rubber wood and coloured with soft non-toxic colours for a contemporary style. Presented in an illustrated colour box. Suitable from: 3 Years + Size: 24.5 x 16 x 24 cms
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By Egmont Toys Every dog deserves a comfortable bed and toy dogs are no different. This wonderful and traditional lifelike bed is made from wicker, and has a very comfortable red and white dotted padded cushion inside, which ensures your dog has somewhere warm and cosy to snuggle up when it needs to rest or sleep after a hard day playing - it's just so cute. Suitable from: 3 years Size: H 10cm L 32cm W 24cm
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By Egmont Toys This truly is a wonderfully cute little Dog/Pet Carrier made from wicker. It’s a very well made and sturdy carrier with an easy-to-use secure peg lock to keep the little animal safe during their journey. It has a lovely padded red and white checked blanket inside, to ensure your pet is comfortable, and there's a nice viewing window for them to look out from. You can take your companion anywhere with this little carrier - a real delight. Suitable from: 3 years Size: H 30cm L 32cm W 25cm
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By Egmont Toys and from their Les Petits collection This adorable three-piece outfit is designed to fit the dolls from the Les Petits collection. The set is made from super-soft cotton and comprises a lovely white tunic, sweet chocolate-coloured pants and the tiniest white slippers to keep the baby's feet warm. Other outfits are also available (well, a girl can never have too many outfits!). Suitable from: 12 months Size: For dolls 30-32cm
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Sale!By ooh noo We all like to snuggle up in bed for a good night's sleep on a soft sheet under a cosy blanket, and dollies and teddies are no different. This three-part set made from cotton-linen blend is especially for the Dolly Cot and comprises a fitted sheet, a bed cover and a matching pillow. There are two designs to choose from: Starry Night (100 per cent linen) and Ladybird (cotton-linen blend). (Please note, the Dolly Cot in the image is not included, this is sold separately.) Size: Pillow 23cm x 12cm, Bed Cover 28cm x 32cm
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Sale!By ooh noo This beautiful, 100 per cent linen canopy is a must-have to accompany the Wooden Dolly Cot. It comes attached to a co-ordinating metal holder and to give it that added touch of class, it has three wooden objects that are strung on white string - something for your child's dolly or teddy to look at! (Please note, the Dolly Cot is not included, this item is available through the store and sold separately.) Suitable from: 36 months
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By Egmont Toys This vintage domino set on the theme of the musicians is great for an afternoon of gaming with the whole family. It’s delightfully decorated in little musicians artwork. Perfect for children from 3 years onwards to develop their observation and to learn to count. Other gorgeous ‘Musicians’ items are also available to purchase, see images at the bottom of this page.. Suitable from: 3 years
