Ostheimer wooden toys - animals, figures, trees and buildings

Ostheimer wooden toys - animals, figures, trees and buildings

Ostheimer wooden animals and figures are beloved toys for children who enjoy creating stories. The soft shapes, calm colours and natural appearance invite open-ended play. A wooden animal becomes part of a farm, forest, zoo, nativity scene, season table or self-created play world.

At de Toverboom, you will find Ostheimer wooden toys for children who love playing with animals, people, trees, houses and small worlds. The toys fit beautifully with Waldorf-inspired play, Montessori toys, season tables and imaginative play. Because the figures have no fixed rules, your child decides what happens.

Features and materials of Ostheimer toys

Ostheimer is known for handmade wooden figures with a warm, natural appearance. The shapes are recognizable, yet simple enough to leave room for your child’s imagination. The faces and details are kept calm. This allows children to decide for themselves whether an animal is curious, happy, tired or on its way somewhere.

All Ostheimer figures are sawn, sanded and painted by hand. The painting is also done by hand, using safe paint that is suitable for toys. The colours are transparent and natural, so the structure of the wood remains visible. It is precisely this wood grain, together with the handwork, that makes every Ostheimer figure unique.

After painting, the wooden figures are finished with oil. This keeps them pleasant to touch and gives them a soft, warm appearance. The toys feel comfortable in small children’s hands and combine beautifully with play cloths, wooden blocks, trees, houses, farm animals, wild animals and figures for the season table.

Handmade toys with social care

What makes Ostheimer special is not only the final result, but also the way the toys are made. Many production steps are deliberately carried out by people. Ostheimer works from a social vision, in which people with and without support needs work together.

The final details also receive attention. The labels are placed around the wooden animals by hand and the stickers are applied by hand by people with a distance to the labour market. This means every figure has not only its own shape and wood grain, but also a human story.

Playing and learning with Ostheimer wooden figures

With Ostheimer wooden animals and figures, children practise their language, imagination, social development and fine motor skills through play. Stories naturally arise during play. A child lets animals talk, makes a stable, builds a forest or acts out an event from daily life.

This kind of play helps children give words to what they see, feel and imagine. They learn to recognize animals, recreate situations, divide roles and come up with solutions. Placing, sorting and combining the wooden figures also supports hand-eye coordination and concentration.

Sustainable wooden toys for open-ended play

Ostheimer toys are a good fit for families who consciously choose sustainable wooden toys. The figures are sturdy, timeless and made for years of play. They can often be passed on to siblings or to the next generation.

Because Ostheimer wooden toys are open-ended toys, they are less likely to lose their appeal. They can take on a different role again and again. Today a tree belongs in a forest, tomorrow on the season table and later with a farm or nativity scene. A wooden animal can take part in small world play, stories, building play and imaginative play.

The calm appearance also makes Ostheimer beautiful for a play corner, classroom, childcare setting or season table. The toys bring clarity and invite children to play with attention.

Which Ostheimer figures suit your child?

For young children, recognisable Ostheimer animals are a lovely starting point. Think of farm animals, pets or woodland animals. These animals connect with the world children know from books, walks and everyday experiences.

For children who love making stories, combinations with people, trees, houses and accessories are lovely. This creates a complete play world! For the season table, Ostheimer has the most beautiful trees, flower children, animals and figures to match spring, summer, autumn, winter, Christmas or Easter.

The Ostheimer nativity scene is also very popular. The wooden Christmas figures have the same calm appearance as the animals and fit beautifully with a natural Christmas table or season table.

FAQ - Buying Ostheimer wooden toys? Everything you want to know

Here you will find the most frequently asked questions about Ostheimer toys.

What are Ostheimer toys?

Ostheimer wooden toys consist of handmade wooden animals, figures, trees, houses and accessories. The brand is known for calm shapes, natural colours and toys that invite imaginative open-ended play.

Why is Ostheimer so popular?

Ostheimer is popular because of the combination of handwork, natural materials, timeless design and rich play possibilities. The figures are simple, and precisely because of that they are very versatile. The toys are of good quality and are passed on for generations.

From what age are Ostheimer toys suitable?

Many Ostheimer figures are suitable from around 3 years. Always check the age indication on the product, especially with smaller parts or decorative figures.

What can you do with Ostheimer wooden animals?

Children use Ostheimer wooden animals for farm play, forest play, zoos, season tables, stories and small play worlds. They combine well with blocks, play cloths, trees, houses and other wooden figures.

Are Ostheimer figures painted by hand?

Yes, Ostheimer figures are painted by hand with 100% safe paint. The colours are transparent, allowing the wood structure to remain visible and giving each figure its own natural appearance.

Does Ostheimer suit open-ended play?

Yes, Ostheimer suits open-ended play very well. The figures have no fixed function or assignment. Your child creates the story and can use the toys in a different way each time.

Is Ostheimer suitable for a season table?

Yes, Ostheimer is often used on season tables. Animals, trees, flower children and Christmas figures help make the seasons visible and tangible.

How do you clean Ostheimer wooden figures?

Clean Ostheimer figures carefully with a slightly damp cloth. Do not use aggressive cleaning products and do not place the wooden toys in water.

Where can you buy Ostheimer?

You can buy Ostheimer wooden animals and figures at de Toverboom. You will find a carefully selected range of sustainable wooden toys for open-ended play, season tables and imaginative play worlds.

Buy Ostheimer at de Toverboom

With Ostheimer, you give toys that have a calm appearance and invite play again and again. Handmade, hand-painted, sustainable and full of possibilities for small stories and great fantasy worlds. View the Ostheimer range at de Toverboom and choose the wooden animals and figures that suit your child, play corner or season table. Do you need help or have questions about Ostheimer wooden toys? Feel free to send us a message, we are happy to help!