Wooden Rocking Horse

The Wooden Rocking Horse is A Timeless Toy That Will Keep Any Child Happy

A wooden rocking horse is such a lovely, engaging toy, that pretty much all children enjoy playing with at some stage in their lives.

The wooden rocking horse has really stood the test of time. The earliest wooden rocking horses go back as far as 400 BC with evidence of them being used by children in Greece and Persia. These early prototypes actually had four wheels, and the child was able to touch the ground to be able to move their horse back and forth.

The first wooden rocking horse with the now familiar rockers appeared in the 1600's, as a toy only for royalty. The design has come so far since then, especially in the area of safety, yet the classic rocking horse design remains true.

These days, the wooden rocking horse still remains the preference for families all over the world. They are durable, sturdy and can often withstand some quite gruelling punishment, as only a child could dish out. Not only will they probably outlast your child's toddler years, but they also reflect the beauty and elegance of a traditional wooden toy. Some families often pass their wooden rocking horse from one generation to another, and with that, their special memories of their childhood.

Wooden Rocking Horse Product Range

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Choosing A Wooden Rocking Horse

How To Find Exactly The Right One

First of all, set your budget. It is so easy to spend more than you should when you see some of the more beautiful, hand carved, collectible wooden rocking horses.

Look for a wooden rocking horse that is age appropriate. Most rocking horse toys are specifically designed for children aged 9 months to 8 years. Within that range, there are rocking horses that are somewhat smaller, and some that will be larger, so check the product description to check the sizing and other safety features, such as having large handles for easy gripping, and the weight limit for the toy.

Finally, with a wooden rocking horse, look carefully at the finish of the toy. A wooden rocking horse should be smoothly finished with no sharp edges. Often they are varnished or hand painted, so if possible, check that the varnish that has been used is non-toxic. There are some wooden rocking horses that are painted with vegetable based dyes, giving and eco friendly and safer option.