Ostheimer Small Hedgehog

The Ostheimer Small Hedgehog brings quiet charm and curiosity to small world play. With its rounded body and attentive expression, children can imagine it wandering through woodland paths, exploring fallen leaves, or finding cosy nooks beneath bushes. The natural wood grain and delicate hand-painted details make it engaging to touch and visually appealing, encouraging imaginative storytelling.

Children can create a variety of playful scenarios with the Small Hedgehog, from discovering hidden forest treasures to interacting with other woodland creatures. Its compact size and expressive posture support open-ended play, helping children develop narrative skills, empathy, and creativity in miniature woodland or garden scenes.

Hand-carved from sustainably sourced wood and painted with non-toxic colours, this hedgehog is both durable and enchanting. Its presence enhances small world setups, inspiring children to explore nature-based stories, invent imaginative adventures, and enjoy slow, thoughtful play that nurtures curiosity and observation.

Play and Story Inspiration

The Ostheimer Small Hedgehog is ideal for small world play, imaginative storytelling, and woodland adventures. Children can imagine it foraging for berries, finding hidden nooks, or joining other forest animals in playful scenarios. Its figure encourages open-ended play, nurtures creativity, and inspires storytelling that grows with every imaginative session.

About Ostheimer

Ostheimer has been handcrafting wooden toys for over six decades, combining Waldorf-inspired designs with sustainable, non-toxic materials. Each figure encourages creativity, open-ended play, and storytelling.

See how Ostheimer creates toys that inspire wonder across generations in Ostheimer’s Story.

• Product number: 1625
• Length: 4 cm
• Width: 2 cm
• Height: 2.5 cm
• Wood type: Maple 
• Age recommendation: Not suitable for children under 36 month.