A child shares an everlasting bond with his stuffed toys, especially those he received at a very young age. The toy becomes an extension of the child’s emotions. He shares everything with his stuffed animal friend, be it a happy or sad moment. A stuffed animal is witness to everything that a child experiences. Children feel a deep sense of togetherness and an extremely strong emotional bond with their stuffed toys. The level of confidence that a child feels in the company of his stuffed animal is enormous. Stuffed animals help children feel safe and secure and, when left alone, give them a sense of ‘being loved’.
Stuffed animals have been around in history for a long time, dating back to the 19th century. The advent of homemade dolls made of cloth and stuffed with crude oil dates back to the 1830s. The modern term ‘taxidermy’ comes from the ancient trade of stuffing the skins of hunted animals for use as ‘stuffed animals’. With new innovations and advances in science and technology, this process has been replaced by synthetic materials to produce plush toys. The first company that dedicated itself to the production of stuffed animals was the company ‘Steiff’, located in Giengen an der Brenz, Germany, in the year 1880.
According to modern psychology, holding and stroking stuffed toys can have a calming and relaxing effect on children. There is a wide variety of stuffed animal toys available in the market these days. Therefore, it is important to choose the right type of stuffed animal for a child or an adult. A prior check of the person’s favorite animals or preferred material would help you make the right choice. Today, stuffed animals are available for almost every occasion. Below is the list of plush toys for some occasions and holidays:
1. Christmas and winter season: Holly Hillside Snowman, Big Shiver the Christmas Mouse, Holly Hillside Santa.
2.Hanukkah: Happy Hanukkah the Teddy Bear, Dreidel the Happy Hanukkah Musical Dog.
3. Easter: Flappy Jumbo the Easter Duck, Babette the Pink Easter Bunny, Bobtail the Easter Bunny.
However, there are plenty of children who do not have the pleasure of duty or play with these stuffed toys. These children are orphans or their families cannot afford such luxuries for them. It would be a nice gesture if you could donate some stuffed animals to the local orphanage in your town/city. You can also distribute them to children you know will not be able to afford them. It will not only bring smiles and joy to their lives, but also give you a great sense of gratification.
Stuffed animal toys come in various sizes ranging from 12 to 18 inches to a whopping jumbo 90 inches. The size of the stuffed toy should always be selected based on the person, their likes and dislikes, and the space that can be easily allotted to the toy. A thoughtful and appropriate gift will always bring a smile to the recipient and it will stay there for a long time.
