Melissa and Doug Bath Toys Melissa & Doug - Float Alongs - Baby Dolphins

Float Alongs - Baby Dolphins

by Melissa and Doug

$20 ~~$37.45~~ /

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Turn bath time into a moment of connection with this waterproof storybook and floating dolphin set that keeps small hands busy while you wash.

🛁 Tidy storage – Mesh tube attached to the book keeps dolphins dry and organised
🐬 Motor practice – Grasping the chunky floating dolphins builds early grip strength
📘 Waterproof pages – Soft, durable pages introduce reading concepts in a sensory environment

The Educator's Note

The integrated mesh storage is a brilliant design feature that solves the 'lost bath toy' problem and promotes proper drying.
It successfully combines two developmental streams—literacy and sensory motor play—in a single, compact item.
The dolphins are fully sealed rather than being 'squirters', which makes them much more hygienic and longer-lasting than standard bath toys.

Play Specifications

🧒 4 months +

Recommended for ages 4 months +

📖 Storyteller

Role Play & Imagination

🌍 Explorer

Active & Outdoor

🔇 Silent

No sound

🛁 Bath

Water-Safe / Waterproof

🤏 Fine Motor

Precision & Grip

🗣️ Language

Speech & Vocabulary

🧠 Cognitive

Problem Solving & Logic

The Educator's Note

The integrated mesh storage is a brilliant design feature that solves the 'lost bath toy' problem and promotes proper drying.
It successfully combines two developmental streams—literacy and sensory motor play—in a single, compact item.
The dolphins are fully sealed rather than being 'squirters', which makes them much more hygienic and longer-lasting than standard bath toys.

Play Specifications

🧒 4 months +

📖 Storyteller

🌍 Explorer

🔇 Silent

🛁 Bath

🤏 Fine Motor

🗣️ Language

🧠 Cognitive

Here is the immediate win: this set solves the "slippery boredom" of bath time by giving them something safe to track, catch, and hold while you get the washing done. The three dolphins float upright—encouraging them to reach across the water—while the attached mesh tube means you aren't fishing for lost toys when the plug is pulled. It shines from around 4 months, when they are sitting up (supported) in the bath and starting to coordinate their hands to grab moving objects.

Also available in a great value bundle

This is an essential tool for parents looking to make bath time more engaging and less chaotic.

The Water Baby (4-12 months): Who needs distraction and sensory stimulation during washing.
The Early Reader (1-2 years): Who is learning to associate spoken words with physical objects.
The Gift Giver: Looking for a practical, high-quality baby shower gift that won't clutter the house.

A Story You Can Splash

Bath time often swings between two extremes: a calming ritual or a slippery wrestling match. This set bridges the gap by introducing structured play into the tub. Unlike standard rubber ducks that just bob around, these three baby dolphins are characters in a story. As you read the 6-page waterproof book, your child can act out the scenes, bridging the gap between receptive language (listening) and active play.

Built for Little Grips

Notice how the dolphins are shaped? They are chunky enough for a palm grasp but light enough to float upright. When your child reaches out to snatch a bobbing dolphin, they are calculating distance, speed, and timing—a complex workout for their developing hand-eye coordination. The resistance of the water adds a unique sensory feedback loop that dry-land play can't replicate.

The Practical Genius

For parents, the standout feature is the design. The mesh storage tube is permanently attached to the book's spine. When bath time is over, the dolphins slide right back into their "home," allowing them to drain and dry properly. No more mouldy toys left in the corner or lost at the bottom of the toy bin. It is a self-contained play system that respects your need for order.

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