Melissa & Doug Safari Buddies Hand Puppets, Set of 6 (Elephant, Tiger, Parrot, Giraffe, Monkey, Zebra): Cotton Material
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These puppets are a delightful addition to imaginative play for young children, providing hours of entertainment and emotional expression. Guests appreciate their quality and soft texture, making them suitable for both toddlers and adults. While some noted the lack of movable mouths, the overall sentiment is positive, highlighting their role in fostering creativity and communication. They are well-loved gifts that can enhance playtime experiences for children of various ages.
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4.4 out of 5 stars with 47 reviews
broad age appeal: 4.33 out of 5
length of play: 4.4 out of 5
quality: 4.33 out of 5
value: 4.67 out of 5
60% would recommend
5 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
1 May, 2025
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
Imaginative play is the best for pre-schoolers!
I checked out the safety and quality of these puppets before gifting them to my three year old grandson: they looked great and well made. He is of an age where imaginative play is important and rampant. Sometimes having special friends (in puppet form) can be a great way to express, and work out emotions in private; be they frustration, delight, or concerns.
1 reply from Spin Master Consumer Care team - 4 months ago
Hello there, Thank you for sharing your experience with your Melissa & Doug Safari Buddies Hand Puppets. Our commitment is to provide our customers with a soft and cuddly deluxe wild safari animal hand-puppet set! The friendly elephant, tiger, parrot, giraffe, monkey, and zebra make it easy for children and caregivers to role-play together. An insert in the package is designed to work as a puppet theater. We value your feedback and will use it towards improving for the future. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Customer Care team at 1-800-284-3948 so that we can learn more and provide additional support. Sincerely, Your friends at Melissa & Doug
5 out of 5 stars
28 April, 2025
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
So adorable
These were a gift for a 1 year old - I've heard back multiple times from Mom that they were a huge hit.
5 out of 5 stars
13 February, 2024
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
Easy giggles
Baby loves these— hours of giggles and screen free play
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
20 January, 2023Verified purchase
Great Puppets
Great quality puppets! Soft and good size for an adult hand. Baby loves when we play with them with her.
2 out of 5 stars
27 December, 2021
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
I would not buy this product again
I ordered these puppets for my grandson. I was disappointed that these puppets didn't have mouths that opened and closed. I thought they were colorful but not particularly engaging
1 reply from Melissaanddougpwr team - 4 years ago
Hi Wendy, Thank you for taking the time to comment on the Safari Buddies Hand Puppets. We appreciate your feedback and will be sure to pass it along. Best, Your Friends at Melissa & Doug
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
15 December, 2021Verified purchase
Not what I was expecting, read the reviews.
They are very very cute and colorful but mouth don’t move, you can’t make it “talk” and they are very small for adults.
1 reply from Shelly team - 4 years ago
Hi, Thank you for taking the time to comment on the Safari Buddies Hand Puppets. We appreciate your feedback and will be sure to pass it along. Best, Your Friends at Melissa & Doug
5 out of 5 stars
1 December, 2021
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
Absolutely.
Looking forward to using these puppets for a long time.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
25 November, 2021Verified purchase
My girl dog's favorite babies
I buy these puppets for my girl dog because she loves a super soft baby to snuggle, and the tiger and monkey are her special go to babies. They are very well made and hold up to her love for a long time. I have even purchased extras that I put away in case they ever stop making them.
4 out of 5 stars
23 September, 2021
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
Useful fun.
A good set and a useful play/tool for communication. I have to keep buying because they keep traveling to parent's homes from grandparent central.
1 reply from Melissaanddougpwr team - 4 years ago
Hi Greg, Thank you for taking the time to comment on the Safari Buddies Hand Puppets. We appreciate your feedback and will be sure to pass it along. Best, Your Friends at Melissa & Doug
5 out of 5 stars
26 December, 2020
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
Hand Puppets
Our granddaughter spent hours with her new friends
5 out of 5 stars
26 December, 2020
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
Hand Puppets
Our granddaughter spent hours with her new friends
5 out of 5 stars
9 December, 2020
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
Quality puppets that encourage pretend play
Quality puppets! My sons both love playing and pretending with them.
5 out of 5 stars
9 December, 2020
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
Quality puppets that encourage pretend play
Quality puppets! My sons both love playing and pretending with them.
5 out of 5 stars
1 December, 2020
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
Love the puppets!
Given as a holiday gift! I know as a parent using puppets is a fantastic and effective way to communicate with young children. I like the size of these puppets very much! This is a gift for my grand daughter she is only 4 months old.
5 out of 5 stars
1 December, 2020
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
Love the puppets!
Given as a holiday gift! I know as a parent using puppets is a fantastic and effective way to communicate with young children. I like the size of these puppets very much! This is a gift for my grand daughter she is only 4 months old.
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
18 November, 2020Verified purchase
Does not for my hand
Only only only purchase this if you are getting it for a child. I am a classroom teacher, and I could not get my hands inside it without it being uncomfortable. Disappointed due to fact that only tiny hands (toddler/child) size can fit inside of the puppets. Also the months do not move. :(
5 out of 5 stars
21 October, 2020
Good quality
Purchased for my 2 year old granddaughter. Good quality and adult hand fits to promote interaction between puppets/people. She might be a little too young yet. This is a toy that she will grow into.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
4 October, 2020
Perfect toy
My son loves these!! Endless hours of play for your kid and your family :)
1 out of 5 stars
21 September, 2020
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
I wouldn't buy this again.
These were really cute, but I was disappointed that their mouths don't move. I often make little videos for my 3-year-old granddaughter who lives a long way from me, just to stay close, and my skits would be so much better if it actually looked like they were singing or talking.
5 out of 5 stars
13 June, 2020
originally posted on Melissa and Doug
yes
I purchased all my items for my grandson who just turned 2 years old. I can say that my daughter has been very satisfied with everything i send her son. And his new sleeping buddies are his six puppets