Father, Simon is very athletic and plays all different kinds of sports. He teaches critter children how to swim during the week. Mother, Sandra is a famous artist and loves making beautiful paintings of the sea. Sister, Sabrina likes to be outside and stay active. Brother, Shane likes learning about new places and trying new things. Calico Critters is a unique and adorable range of distinctive animal characters with charming and beautifully detailed homes, furniture and accessories. They live, work and play in an idyllic and wonderful place called Calico Village. These timeless, classic toys promote wholesome family values. These life-like, award-winning miniatures also inspire imagination and creativity. These adorable toys promote healthy cognitive development through pretend play. Acting out storylines will exercise narrative and critical thinking processes, while fine motor skills and dexterity improve as little ones manipulate the fun environments, critters and accessories.