Schleich Stone Toad 70857

The Schleich Stone Toad 70857 adds an unusual character to imaginative play. A child can place this toad beside a pond, in a woodland scene or within a fantasy landscape where ordinary animals and invented creatures share the same world.

Its story can be quiet and close to nature or full of adventure. Children might observe it on an imaginary nature walk, help it find a hidden resting place or make it a guardian of a secret path. The distinctive stone theme also gives them a starting point for creating their own ideas about where the toad came from.

A small figure with plenty of story potential

Use the Stone Toad with other animal figures to build a miniature habitat, or bring it into fantasy play with unicorns and other imaginative characters. Children can arrange the figures, change the setting and decide how the toad interacts with each new visitor.

Playing in this way encourages curiosity about animals and the natural world while leaving room for completely invented stories. Moving and positioning the figure supports hands-on play, and explaining what happens next helps children develop language and sequencing skills. It also makes a characterful addition to a collection of Schleich figures.

• Schleich Stone Toad
• Product code: 70857
• Made from plastic
• Suitable for children aged 3 years or older
• Suitable for children aged 7 years or older