Ostheimer Small Crocodile

Ostheimer Small Crocodile invites children into the mysterious world of riverbanks and hidden lagoons. With its sleek, alert form and slightly open jaw, this figure sparks curiosity about the crocodile’s cautious yet powerful nature. The finely carved details suggest strength and patience, encouraging children to imagine the croc waiting silently in the water or basking in the sun. Its small size makes it perfect for adding to miniature ecosystems, letting children build intricate small world play scenarios alongside other animal figures. The figure’s pose encourages storytelling: will it slide silently into the river, or is it preparing for a playful splash?

Every feature of this crocodile inspires open-ended play. Children can create dramatic adventures or gentle interactions, imagining river journeys, jungle encounters, or nighttime explorations. Its expressive posture and realistic lines support teaching moments about nature, predator-prey dynamics, and the excitement of wildlife discovery. Whether part of a bustling savannah scene or a quiet pond scenario, this figure complements imaginative storytelling, encouraging children to invent scenarios, dialogue, and interactions between creatures. The versatility allows for cooperative play with siblings or solo storytelling, nurturing focus, creativity, and curiosity.

Play and Story Inspiration

Children can place the Ostheimer Small Crocodile along the edge of a pretend river, imagining it silently observing the other animals or sneaking through reeds in a small world play adventure. Its dynamic pose inspires imaginative play, whether acting as a cunning hunter, a patient observer, or a curious companion for a baby animal. Paired with other Ostheimer figures, it encourages storytelling about life in the jungle, river journeys, or playful encounters between friends. Open-ended play with this figure invites children to invent scenarios, explore cause and effect, and develop rich narratives in their creative worlds.

About Ostheimer

For over 60 years, Ostheimer has been crafting beautiful handmade wooden toys and animal figures in Zell unter Aichelberg, Germany. Each piece reflects Waldorf-inspired design, encouraging imagination and open-ended play. The figures are hand-carved from sustainably sourced wood and painted with non-toxic colors, fostering a connection to nature and childhood creativity. 

See how Ostheimer combines tradition and imagination in each figure in Ostheimer’s Story.

• Product number: 2105
• Length: 10 cm
• Width: 2 cm
• Height: 3 cm
• Wood type:  Maple
• Age recommendation: Not suitable for children under 36 month.