Hand Knitted Lion Hand Puppet

The Hand‑Knitted Organic Cotton Lion Puppet invites babies, toddlers, and preschoolers aged 0 months + to tumble into tales of roaring jungles and gentle friendships. Painstakingly stitched from buttery‑soft, GOTS‑certified cotton and finished with an irresistible fluffy mane, this friendly king of the savannah slips easily onto both adult and child hands—turning bedtime stories, tummy‑time giggles, and nursery circle time into captivating adventures. Parents appreciate its sustainable credentials and machine‑washable ease, while little learners are soothed by its tactile textures and expressive, embroidered features that spark endless make‑believe in homes and classrooms from Wimbledon to the wider world.

Educational Benefits

• Early Communication & Vocabulary – Puppet play introduces animal sounds, action words, and new descriptive language, laying foundations for confident speech and attentive listening.

• Social–Emotional Growth – Giving the lion a “voice” helps children recognise feelings, practise empathy (“The lion looks worried—how can we help?”), and build turn‑taking skills.

• Motor & Sensory Development – Sliding the puppet on and off, stroking the soft mane, and clapping paws together strengthen fine motor control and provide rich tactile feedback.

• Imagination & Story Structure – Open‑ended role play nurtures narrative sequencing, problem‑solving, and creative thinking as children decide where the lion lives, what it eats, and how it saves the day.

• Eco Awareness – Choosing organic cotton and Oeko‑Tex certified stuffing models environmentally responsible habits and opens conversations about protecting wildlife habitats.

Product Details

• Materials: Hand‑knitted in 100 % organic cotton; filled with Oeko‑Tex certified recycled polyester

• Dimensions: ~24 cm H × 21 cm armspan – fits most adult & child hands

• Care: Machine washable at 30 °C; reshape and air‑dry

• Safety: CE certified; safe from birth (0 months +) – no detachable parts

• Origin: Ethically handcrafted in small artisan workshops

• Packaging: Plastic‑free, recyclable kraft box – perfect for eco‑conscious gifting

• Age Recommendation: newborn +