Janod Zigolos Bear Stacker & Rocker

By Alex Brands
Price $17.99
Age 1+

Janod Zigolos Bear Stacker & Rocker holds especially high appeal for young ones due to the unusual mix of wooden and furry pieces (2 of each) that stack up to form an adorable polar bear. It's an irresistible combination, one result of which is that children have a tendency to name, touch, and interact with the bear as if he were a pet or pal. The inclusion of fur, in particular, seems to bring him to life, and the varying tactile and visual elements make for an exceedingly fruitful play and learning experience. A gentle nudge sets him in motion due to the half-sphere base on which he rests, rocking, spinning and seeming to have just as good a time as the child. With such interactive rewards on hand, kids are highly motivated to explore - taking him apart, examining the pieces, then rebuilding and engaging in role play with their newfound friend.