By
eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
- Charm Rocking Horses
- Hoohobbers Wooden Rocking Horses
- Little Tikes Rocking Horses
- Pintoy Wooden Swing Rocking Horses
- Rocking Horse Accessory Set By Berchet
- Rocking Horses On Wheels
- Small World Rocking Horses
Step1
Know that rocking horses come in traditional wooden models as well as new plastic models.
Step2
Understand that rocking horses will be enjoyed by children aged 18 months to about 5 years, depending on the size of the one you buy.
Step3
Expect to pay between $20 and $200 for a rocking horse, depending on the material it is made of and the craftsmanship involved.
Step4
Consider buying a swing rocking horse, like the Wooden Swing Horse by Pintoy ($60). This type of horse is mounted on a glider mechanism and is very easy for a child to maneuver.
Step5
Look at plastic models such as the Little Tikes Rocking Horse ($20) if you want something inexpensive and durable.
Step6
Notice that some rocking horses come with plush bodies, like a big stuffed animal on a rocker. The huggable Horse on Wheels by Pluti ($130) comes with a plush body and wheels instead of a rocker.
Step7
Observe the details involved in wooden rocking horses. Some have real leather saddles and bridles, like the Small World Toys Rocking Horse ($150). Horses with these details will be more expensive than those that are just wooden horses.
Step8
Pick out a horse that has a face and mane you think the child will like.
Step9
Determine if the horse you order will come assembled.
Step10
Order a rocking horse from the list below or from your favorite online or local toy store.
Comments
Anonymous said
on 8/8/2006 Back Creek Rocking Horse Company is the best. They custom make the horse starting with the mane to the music. The people are friendly and helpful.
Anonymous said
on 3/26/2006 They are just fabulous for sure! I get to pick all my colors and music. They also branded it with my child's name and birthday. And then included a copy of their book, autographed by the author! It was a great experience and my daughter loves her horse!
Anonymous said
on 3/25/2006 One of the best horses I have ever seen. Sure to be a family heirloom!
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 The Back Creek Rocking Horse Co. sells custom built quality rocking horses. They are so beautiful and the company stands behind it's product. You can have music added to it also. The perfect gift for any child or person that would appriciate such a fine classic gift. There website is rockinghorseusa.com