Today is National Stuffed Animal Day! Guess What? I love my
"Stuffies" and I'm not alone!
A Gift Review
Is there anything more fun than going out and getting a new stuffed animal
for the child (ren) in your life? I don't think so. Every kid I
know, by the time they are 5 or 6 years old, are the proud owners of at
least 5-10 stuffed animals. Let's try to understand why these are such
a great gifts at any time of the year, for kids and grown ups too!
Some people love Teddy Bears, others love Sheep, Lady Bugs, or their
favorite Cartoon Characters. All of them are available as Stuffed
"animals", although that is really a misnomer. Not everything that is
stuffed is an animal, there are lots of stuffed "characters" as
well. That's why I prefer to call them "Stuffies", because you
just never know!
For years past, children loved their Raggedy Ann and Andy stuffed toys. It
was a great way to engage children with the story books too.
Today, Raggedy Ann and Andy are not quite as popular, but there are
many others that have taken their place. Mickey and Minnie Mouse have
been favorites for years as well. Paddington Bear and Winnie the Pooh all
have story books to read to the little ones while they are busy
hugging their "Stuffie"!
Whenever a new Family Movie comes out, there are at least six or seven (or
more) new stuffed toys that are offered in the marketplace. Monsters
Inc. was a fantastic movie for kids and afterwards, there were kids
that wanted "Mike" or "Sulley" stuffed toys to add to their
collection. Toy Story also had a great run with kids and there were so
many stuffed animals and characters out on the marketplace after that movie
as well. Buzz Lightyear and Woody come in a variety of toy
styles. Add the Little Mermaid, Gremlins, Wookies and a host of
other "Other Worldly" characters and you know that the list of Stuffies is
almost endless.
Whether they are a character from a movie or cartoon show, or just your
favorite Bear, Bunny, Elephant, Sheep or other animal. There are so
many out there and each one has it's own pull on your heartstrings. If
you need some help figuring it all out, here's my Favorites that you can go
through.
Olivia's Favorite Stuffies
Kids need to have a toy that is cuddly and soft. They love to carry
them around and even share their treats with their little stuffies. I
know my grandchildren had fun watching movies and snacking with their best
buddies tucked comfortably in the crook of their arms. The connection that
kids make with their favorite stuffed toys is really heartwarming to
see. My one granddaughter has shared her times in hospital with her
favorite bear! If you want to know more about that you can read about
her need for some comfort
right here!
Stuffed Animals and Characters really do play an important part in a
child's life and so I really do believe that it's great to celebrate these
toys with a special whimsical holiday.
This year especially due to our restrictions, this just might be a great
way to celebrate Halloween with the little ones in our lives. A great
movie and some treats along with their favorite stuffie and you have a party
to remember!
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