Get Plush Rocking Toys For Toddlers

By Cleveland S. Martinez


At one time every kid had a little red wagon and a rocking horse. That horse was not up to the safety standards of today. Most likely it caused a few bumps and bruises for small kids. Thanks to current safety regulations the newer models are softer and safer. Plush rocking horses for toddlers are easy to find and come in all types of animals to spark the imagination of your toddler.

No longer are there just horses. The selection of rocking toys has expanded tremendously. There are elephants, lambs, bears and dinosaurs to name a few. For the little girls there are unicorns, pink ponies and even one that is a plush chubby butterfly. Both boys and girls can have hours of fun and exercise on these active toys.



Playing with toys is important to child development. The toy teaches gross and fine motor skills. It builds strength and coordination. Every small skill that a toddler masters builds confidence. Keeping a little one active is a good way to get kids tired and establish regular sleeping times.

Pretending is important to the emotional development of a child. Riding on their elephant a child can pretend she is at the circus under the big top. A little boy riding his dinosaur might pretend he is big and strong and can roar really loudly. Using toys as a tool to build imagination is also helpful to the intellect of a small child.

When infants are fussy they are often calmed with mommy holding them in a rocker. The motion is soothing. Sometimes parents of infants and toddlers will take their crying little one for a short ride in the car. Again, the motion is soothing and often effectively induces a nap. Small children like motions they make under their own steam too.

On most playgrounds you will find a riding creature or animal that is attached firmly to a large spring. Toddlers often gravitate towards this item because they instinctively know they might be able to get on the bouncy playground animal all by themselves. The top of the steps to the ladder may be too high. Then the child spies this item that they can climb onto and jump up and down. The motion is natural to the child, and he or she feels proud of the accomplishment.

With the holidays coming up, one of these would make a great gift for your little guy or girl. They make great props for pictures too. The child can wear an outfit to coordinate with the rocking animal. This is all you need for that holiday greeting card.

Make sure the rocker you choose is age appropriate. Do not buy a rocking animal that says age three and up on the box for a two year old. It needs to fit the child. This is not like a pair of pants that he can grow into. A rocking dinosaur that is too big can cause an injury to the child. Since they are available in a wide array of animals and creatures, observe your child to determine his or her preference. Usually these toys endure and can be passed on to a little brother or sister. Happy trails to your favorite little person.




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