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NEW! - Coming September!
Hey, little dragon. Do you know what this is? It's called a taco. You are going to love it!
Add a little spice to your next storytime with this taco-loving dragon for the youngest fan!
Dragon's First Taco is from bestselling duo Adam Rubin and Daniel Salmieri, the creators of Dragons Love Tacos.
Promoting imaginative play and literacy is job #1!
MerryMakers, a woman-owned business founded in 1994, leads the field in the design and manufacture of high-quality plush dolls and toys based on the best children’s books. Working closely with authors and illustrators, we create toys that reflect the diverse personalities of their book-based counterparts. Our production process is meticulous, and we use accredited testing facilities to ensure every product is safe for children of all ages. Now celebrating our 30 year anniversary!
NEW! - Coming October!
Today is a big day, because I am going to do everything Owl By Myself ...
Owl can do all kinds of things all by himself. Or at least he is going to try! From bestselling author-illustrator Pete Oswald comes a sweet story of determination and independence. Matching charm and humor, our Owl By Myself Plush is a terrific gift for young readers with a can-do attitude!
NEW! - Coming October!
Penelope Rex was nervous. It's not every day a little T. Rex starts school ...
School can be scary, even for a little dinosaur like Penelope Rex. Inspired by the book, PENELOPE REX: WE DON'T EAT OUR CLASSMATES, by bestselling author-illustrator Ryan T. Higgins, this charming plush and book set celebrates kindness, friendship, and the excitement of the first day of school. A fantastic gift for teachers, classrooms, and especially hungry young readers!
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Educator Spotlight
"We love reading in our library, and when we add in book character friends it gets even better! MerryMakers has the cutest plushies - our favorite right now are Bruce and The Smart Cookie. Our library feels so cozy with these friends!"
-Librarian Tiffany Banks
The Groovy World of Pete the Cat!
MerryMakers Licensing is proud to represent the wildly popular PETE THE CAT, based on the bestselling series by James and Kimberly Dean.