Chimeras are the first product from Walrus Toys, founded by duo Avik Maitra and Rich Moore. Their inaugural challenge was to create a stuffed animal that would get picked up again and again, not simply sit on a shelf.

They hit the mark with these quirky creatures, whose friendly faces alone will make you smile. Beautifully--and smartly--packaged in pairs, Chimeras let kids start creating cuddly cross breeds right away. From there, it’s a funny, furry path to using their imagination.