Last month, the new 24 Disney Junior channel launched here in the US, and as a family, it really changed how our children watch television. Some of our kids’ favorite shows air on Disney Junior, and they no longer have to miss them because of school. We’ve seen several new shows launch in the past year including Sofia the First, Doc McStuffins, and Octonauts, and naturally, these have become a favorite with my children.
Both of my children enjoy translating the characters and stories they see on television to real life through pretend play and story-time. When we first learned that there would be a new toy line inspired by the Octonauts, we knew my son would be adding these toys to his wish list. If you are unfamiliar with the show, it follows the daily adventures of 8 underwater heroes led by Captain Barnacles as they explore the world’s oceans, rescue the creatures that live there, and protect their habitats.
Since the crew rely on a fleet of aquatic vehicles and underwater gadgets to help them as they rescue and explore, the new Fisher Price toy line features these characters and their vehicles.
The Octopod is home base for the Octonauts, and the new playset includes over 10 pieces designed to help children create and reenact their own adventures. The toy comes mostly assembled, save a few pieces that need to be connected and stickers that need to be placed. I’ve watched the show a few times with my kids, and while I’m definitely not an expert, I feel like the set is a close semblance to the Octopod in the show, giving life and authenticity to these new toys.
In addition to the playset, which will likely be a favorite amongst Octonauts fans, Fisher Price offers action figures, vehicles, and books inspired by the British Children’s Television Series. In addition to featuring phrases and sounds from the show, many of the toys can be used in water, which brings a bit of life and reality to the characters, since they do in fact spend most of their time underwater. Some of the sets also change color, which my kids found particularly exciting.
While we still only manage to catch the show a couple of times a week, my son always grabs the Octopod Playset while he is watching to play along with the characters on TV.
Octonauts toys are available exclusively at Toys R Us, and most of the action figures and vehicles are under $20.
For more information, visit Octonauts.com or keep up with the latest on their Facebook page.
No compensation was received for this post. Products for review were provided.
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