/For Parents Friends Indeed (NAPSA)—Child development experts say that sometimes kids just need a “pal” or a “friend” that they can identify with—especially at a time when youngsters might feel awkward or different in social settings. Fortunately, there’s now a group of delightful oddballs and misfits with whom children—par- ticularly during the trying “tween” years—cantruly be themselves. Any of these delightful plush characters can be a friend to a child who really needs one. Zibbies are a collection of sweet, comical and eccentric plush characters—each with his/her own lovable and sometimes quirky and vulnerable qualities. Children will delight in the Zibbies’ differences and celebrate the joy that comes with that realization. The animals come with fitting names, charm- ing bios and birth dates so kids and adults can really get to know their little pals. For example, all Horace the giraffe wants to dois fit in, play some sports and learn how to move gracefully. Scratch his head, give him a little extra attention and he will be all smiles...all day long. Zibbies are available at KB Toys, Limited Too and Rainforest Caf locations.
