Stuffed Turtles

Stuffed turtles hold a special appeal for youngsters, perhaps feeling a sense of brotherhood to these shy creatures that possess the ability to withdraw into their shell. Kids who grow up with storybook, movie and TV turtle characters love to collect stuffed toys based on Franklin the turtle, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” and sea turtles like the ones in the movie “Finding Nemo.” Plush options range from small stuffed animal turtles in the “Littlest Pet Shop” collection to giant Galapagos tortoises by the online site, “Wild Republic.” There are even sports-themed turtle toys, including the “Maryland Terrapins” stuffed mascot , and Pillow Pets that combine a snugly pillow with a friendly turtle.