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Whether climbing real mountains in Tyrol or exploring a backyard sandbox, our schleich® figures are ready for the summer holidays. ⛰️ With school vacations around the corner, it is tempting to fill every single hour with activities, but there is immense value in stepping back and leaving open space for completely unstructured time. When a child takes a figure outside, the environment changes the entire story. A beach dune becomes a prehistoric wilderness, a hiking trail turns into a steep ridge for a wolf, and smooth river stones become a hidden kingdom. This kind of self-directed play helps children make sense of the world and supports problem-solving, resilience, coping skills, and healthy development. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, play also supports self-regulation and executive function. (Link in comments). Our figures are built for real-world adventures, ready to be buried in sand, tucked into backpacks, and easily washed off after a day of exploration. Summer is the perfect time to let children build their own worlds from scratch. 🐗💦 Where are your schleich® figures traveling this summer? ⛱️🍉 #WhereStoriesBegin #Schleich