NEW!

Vroom! Vroom! Pete the Cat just got some brand-new wheels...

Pete the Cat's ride was awesome, groovy, and his favorite color blue. But everyone knows car rides are better with friends. Inspired by the book, PETE THE CAT'S COOL NEW RIDE, by Kimberly and James Dean, comes a new plush toy built for speed!

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Promoting imaginative play and literacy is job #1!

MerryMakers, a woman-owned business founded in 1994, leads the field in the design and manufacture of high-quality plush dolls and toys based on the best children’s books. Working closely with authors and illustrators, we create toys that reflect the diverse personalities of their book-based counterparts. Our production process is meticulous, and we use accredited testing facilities to ensure every product is safe for children of all ages. Now celebrating our 30 year anniversary!

COMING SOON!

Bring giggles and a little mischief to storytime with Gilbert the Goblin, the lovable plush from the ARE THE WORST book series by Alex Willan.

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BACK IN STOCK!

In a small town lived a big truck named Trash Truck ... and a little boy named Hank.

Bring fun and friendship to playtime with this plush Hank! Inspired by Max Keane’s lovable Trash Truck character, Hank is the perfect cuddly companion for little ones. Soft and huggable, he’s ready for adventures, sharing smiles, and making every day a joyful ride. 

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Teacher Spotlight

"Y’all! MerryMakers has the cutest plushies!!! When I brought them in this week my kids went crazy!! We absolutely love all of the Jory John Books!! The Smart Cookie is brand new & The Good Egg + Bad Seed are combined on the same plushie!! 2 in 1!!🥚🍪🌟"

-Teacher Hanna Beth

The Groovy World of Pete the Cat!

MerryMakers Licensing is proud to represent the wildly popular PETE THE CAT, based on the bestselling series by James and Kimberly Dean.

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