Animal Toys & Figures

Are animal toys good for development?

Yes! Animal toys support learning in multiple ways. Children develop language skills by learning animal names, sounds, and habitats. Sorting animals by type, size, or colour builds classification abilities.

Pretend play with animal figures encourages storytelling and creativity. A child might create a farm scene, a jungle rescue, or a dinosaur battle. These narratives help develop communication skills and emotional understanding.

Many parents use animal toys to teach empathy and care. Looking after toy animals mirrors real responsibilities, helping children understand what creatures need to thrive.

What types of animal toys are available?

Our collection features several different categories to match your child's interests:

Dinosaur toys

These animal toys remain endlessly popular. Whether it's a Jurassic World figure or a squashy Goo Jit Zu dinosaur, these prehistoric creatures spark imagination. Interactive options roar and move, whilst collectable animal figures work brilliantly for creating museum displays or acting out ancient adventures. Visit our dinosaur toys section for the full range.

Farm animal toys

Introduce children to life in the countryside with these animal toys. Little ones can learn animal names, practice caring behaviours, and recreate the daily routines of looking after livestock. These animal figurines often include horses, cows, sheep, pigs, and chickens. Browse farm animals or explore our horse toys separately.

Jungle and zoo animal toys

Bring exotic wildlife into playtime with zoo animal toys. Lions, elephants, giraffes, and monkeys help children discover creatures they might see at the zoo or on safari. These animal figurines work beautifully for educational play. See our jungle animals collection.

Animal figure tubs

These packs of animal toys include multiple creatures in portable storage. Perfect for travel or tidy storage, these sets give children variety without cluttering toy boxes. Collect packs of farm animals, wild animals, ocean life, dinosaurs and more. Check out our animal tubs range for more.

Which animal toy brands do you stock?

We carry several trusted names:

• The Early Learning Centre produces chunky animal figures perfect for toddlers. Their sets often include multiple creatures at excellent value.
• Awesome Animals creates detailed figurines in various sizes. Their discovery tubs pack impressive variety.
• Jurassic World toys bring movie magic home with authentic dinosaur figures featuring action features.
• Happyland toys offer chunkier figures designed for small hands. Their animal sets integrate beautifully with other Happyland toys.
• Sylvanian Families take a different approach with anthropomorphic animal characters living in detailed miniature worlds.
• Little Live Pets creates interactive animals that move, make sounds, and respond to touch.

What age are animal toys suitable for?

Most animal figurines are suitable for children aged 3 and up. Smaller plastic animal toys with detailed features are best suited for this age group, as they no longer pose a choking risk.

Toddlers from 18 months enjoy chunkier animal figures designed for little hands. Look for rounded edges and larger sizes.

Older children often collect realistic animal figures or build elaborate habitats. Brands like Awesome Animals offer detailed figurines that appeal to children who want accuracy in their play.

Can animal toys be educational?

Absolutely. These toys make brilliant teaching tools. Geography lessons come alive when children match animals to continents. Sorting carnivores from herbivores introduces food chains. Comparing sizes teaches mathematical concepts.

Parents and teachers use animal figures for counting games, pattern making, and storytelling prompts. The tactile nature helps children remember facts better than looking at pictures alone.

For children interested in wildlife conservation, toy animals can spark important conversations about endangered species and habitat protection.

Shop animal toys at The Entertainer

From tiny animal figures for collectors to interactive robotic creatures, our range covers every interest and budget. Free delivery on orders over £39.99 and delivery options of next-day delivery or click and collect make stocking up simple. Need guidance choosing the right animals for your child? Our customer service team is here to help.