Collection: The Nature Collection
Raising a little nature lover? You're in exactly the right place! Everything here is chosen to get your child outdoors, curious, and head over heels for the natural world — the lookers, the listeners, and the collectors of interesting rocks are all well looked after.
Press a flower and keep it forever, tuck a beetle into an observation box for a closer look, then curl up with a nature story once the sun goes down. Some of it heads outside with you, some brings the outdoors in — and all of it feeds that wide-eyed wonder for the world beyond the window.
What's in the Nature Collection? Nature-themed books and toys of all kinds — wooden playsets, flower presses, observation boxes, and treasures for exploring, collecting, and learning about the natural world.
How do you get kids interested in nature? Start with their curiosity. Tools like a flower press or observation box turn an ordinary walk into a treasure hunt, and nature books keep the wonder going at home — little rituals that grow into a lifelong love of the outdoors.
What are the benefits of nature play? Time in nature builds curiosity, patience, focus, and confidence, while observing and collecting develops language and a gentle respect for living things — good for busy bodies and growing minds alike.
What are good nature toys for toddlers? Simple wooden playsets and sturdy explorer tools are perfect for the littlest naturalists, and nature picture books are a lovely way to name the birds, bugs, and blooms they spot outside.
Where can I buy nature toys in Canada? Right here at The Playful Peacock. We're a Canadian, mom-run toy shop, and we ship across Canada, hand-packed with care.
Pockets empty, boots by the door — there's a whole world out there waiting to be discovered.
Raising a little nature lover? You're in exactly the right place! Everything here is chosen to get your child outdoors, curious, and head over heels for the natural world — the lookers, the listeners, and the collectors of interesting rocks are all well looked after.
Press a flower and keep it forever, tuck a beetle into an observation box for a closer look, then curl up with a nature story once the sun goes down. Some of it heads outside with you, some brings the outdoors in — and all of it feeds that wide-eyed wonder for the world beyond the window.
What's in the Nature Collection? Nature-themed books and toys of all kinds — wooden playsets, flower presses, observation boxes, and treasures for exploring, collecting, and learning about the natural world.
How do you get kids interested in nature? Start with their curiosity. Tools like a flower press or observation box turn an ordinary walk into a treasure hunt, and nature books keep the wonder going at home — little rituals that grow into a lifelong love of the outdoors.
What are the benefits of nature play? Time in nature builds curiosity, patience, focus, and confidence, while observing and collecting develops language and a gentle respect for living things — good for busy bodies and growing minds alike.
What are good nature toys for toddlers? Simple wooden playsets and sturdy explorer tools are perfect for the littlest naturalists, and nature picture books are a lovely way to name the birds, bugs, and blooms they spot outside.
Where can I buy nature toys in Canada? Right here at The Playful Peacock. We're a Canadian, mom-run toy shop, and we ship across Canada, hand-packed with care.
Pockets empty, boots by the door — there's a whole world out there waiting to be discovered.
The Playful Peacock Difference
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About the Playful Peacock
The Playful Peacock was created in 2021 to curate creative, open-ended play for curious children. The Playful Peacock is privileged to operate in Tkaronto/Toronto.
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Quality Toys Designed to Last
We are steadfast in our selection of toy makers that we work with.
Our offerings are from Canadian, female-owned, BIPOC and/or family-owned brands that are firmly rooted in environmental practices with strong ethical standards. We adamantly align ourselves with makers we are proud of and who are equally dedicated to sustainability, transparency and ethical labour, including paying living and fair wages. The majority of the toys these brands make are handmade, natural wooden toys that forge limitless play for kids to enjoy for years.
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The Handmade Difference
The Playful Peacock’s toys are built with quality and care to last for generations. All of the toys are safe and made with individualized love and attention using a high-caliber of materials and finishes that do not include any harmful additives. Our toys will quickly become an heirloom through their high-quality and endless enjoyment.
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Materials Matter
Plastic toys are typically mass-produced and easily breakable. These toys can contribute to sweatshops, unfair labour conditions and pollution in general.
While wooden toys are a step in the right direction, not all wooden toys are made the same. There are many wooden dupes to be aware of cheap, mass-produced wooden toys that are just as harmful as plastic! For example, softwood and plywood can chip and splinter easily, while non-handcrafted wooden toys often are filled with harmful toxic paints, finishes, and sealants.
Consciously opting for ethical, handcrafted wooden toys (renewable wood is even better) is safer for your child, is way more dependable and a kinder contributor to our already fragile planet.
The manufacturing process our makers use considers Mother Earth first through strict FSC Certifications, non-toxic paint, and planet-friendly materials across every single product. After placing an order, you will receive your newly beloved toy in 99% plastic-free, biodegradable, recyclable and compostable packaging, down to the stickers and tape.
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The Right Toy At The Right Time
Children are naturally drawn to play toys that they can master and that is right for their particular stage of development.
With a wide range of toys available for kids ages 0-1, 1-2, 2-3 and 3+, you can ensure the toy is safe, age-appropriate, and developmentally appropriate, too. The majority of our toys focus on fun and subtle learning, and open-ended play, while being Montessori approved.
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Ethical Toys Making A Difference
We are a purpose-first brand and a business second.
With a deep awareness that the toy industry must do better, we are committed to our part through advocacy for a range of social justice causes, environmental advancement and stringent criteria for makers. We are changemakers and give back through every purchase by donating meals to children in need across 26 Indigenous communities within Canada.