Why are all the jobs held by boys? Can't girls do these jobs? I see they have a girl puppet but predictably she is a princess.

I think that the Jolly Helpers are gender neutral, the child or adult storyteller has the opportunity to assign their gender, should they feel this necessary to play. The important career choices of the Jolly Helpers are presented without referencing gender identity. A surgeon of any gender would wear scrubs and in a cap. Firefighters and Bus Drivers wear uniforms that include hats regardless of gender. The construction worker is wearing a safety helmet and an orange safety vest, responsible choices for the work. I do agree that the princess puppet is adhering to a traditional gender stereotype of "girl" by wearing both long hair down and a dress, but I don't think real life surgeons, construction workers, bus drivers, nor firefighters need to wear dresses and long hair (and work with it down) to be women (or girls). I am uncomfortable with the idea that these workers, presented in the safe and appropriate attire of their work would be presumed to be boys. I have carried them in my store for most of this year and seen them everyday and it had not occurred to me that they were boys or girls or needed to be.

Do the eyes have like hard beads?

The eyes are hard plastic, not stitched

Are any of these puppets female?

What makes them male or female? They could be either!

What is the size of a puppet?

It is about the size of a woman’s hand. Very easy for a child to fit and manipulate.

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Melissa & Doug Jolly Helpers Hand Puppets | Puppets & Theaters | Soft Toy | 2+ | Gift for Boy or Girl

Product ID: 261674732

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Brand
Melissa & Doug
Item dimensions L x W x H
36.2 x 24.1 x
Material
Plush
Size
M
Theme
Professions

🧸4 plush hand puppets

🧼washable soft-stuffed material

🖐️fits kids & most adults

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Description

🎭 Bring stories to life with every hand—because playtime is the new power move!

DESIGNED FOR ALL HANDS - Sized to fit children ages 2+ and most adults, encouraging interactive family fun.
BOOSTS ESSENTIAL SKILLS - Enhances motor skills, hand-eye coordination, communication, and self-confidence through creative play.
PERFECT SCREEN FREE GIFT - Ideal for kids 2-6, especially when paired with the Melissa & Doug Deluxe Puppet Theater for immersive storytelling.
4 ICONIC HELPERS IN ONE SET - Construction worker, doctor, police officer, and firefighter puppets spark imaginative role play.
ULTRA SOFT PLUSH FOR CUDDLE PLAY - Made from washable, fuzzy material that’s perfect for endless snuggles and easy cleanup.

Melissa & Doug Jolly Helpers Hand Puppets set includes 4 soft, washable plush puppets representing key community helpers. Sized for children 2-6 and most adults, this set promotes motor skills, communication, and imaginative play without batteries or assembly, making it a perfect screen-free gift that encourages family interaction and creativity.

Specifications

ASIN	B00Y8YOVJ0
Age Range Description	Children/Juvenile
Best Sellers Rank	#179,527 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #335 in Hand Puppets
Brand Name	Melissa & Doug
Country of Publication	China
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (675)
Global Trade Identification Number	00000772090865, 00000772190862, 07104751150403
Included Components	Four Simple glove puppets
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	36.2 x 24.1 x 5.3 centimeters
Item Part Number	9086
Item Type Name	Jolly Helpers Hand Puppets
Item Weight	0.23 Kilograms
Manufacturer	Melissa and
Manufacturer Part Number	9086
Manufacturer recommended age	24 months - 6 years
Material Type	Plush
Model Number	9086
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Number of Pieces	4
Set Name	Jolly Helpers Hand Puppets
Size	M
Sub Brand	Doug
Theme	Professions
UPC	000772090865
Unit Count	1 Count
character	Jolly Helpers Hand Puppets

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