Maya the Bee: Games, play cases & craft kits by HABA

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Maya the Bee – a HABA favorite character that connects generations

A cheerful buzzing, a sunlit poppy meadow and a little bee with a great spirit of discovery: Maya the Bee has been delighting for 50 years. Hardly any other children's character stands so strongly for curiosity, courage and friendship. For the anniversary, Maya the Bee joins HABA and enriches the range as one of the brand's favorite characters. Because: HABA loves Maja. With her open manner, Maya the Bee fits wonderfully into the HABA world. For almost 90 years, toys that take children seriously and gently support their development have been made in Bad Rodach. HABA designers are inspired by nature and everyday life – just like Maya the Bee, who attentively explores her surroundings and discovers a new adventure in every corner. In this way, Maya the Bee toys connect familiar memories with contemporary play ideas for today.

From what age are products featuring Maya the Bee suitable?

The world of Maya the Bee games starts early. The lovingly designed play case with 10 wooden figures invites children from 18 months to their first role-playing games. Maya the Bee, Willi and their friends are moved, hidden and brought out again. From individual figures, small scenes, first dialogues and imaginative adventures emerge. In addition, there are games for children from 2 years: My First Games as a licensed edition featuring Maya the Bee encourage children to explore the game materials and to engage in free play. They are also gently introduced to playing according to first simple rules – the ideal entry into the exciting world of board games. While collecting honey in the 3D beehive, fishing for colorful blossoms or matching different flowers in the meadow, children playfully develop an initial understanding of relationships. The game materials sit well in small hands; the rules are simple and easy to understand. And creative craft sets around Maya the Bee introduce children to creative techniques such as cutting, gluing and folding and promote concentration as well as dexterity. Step by step, figures and window pictures are created that can then be proudly displayed.

What themes and products are available around the curious Maya the Bee?

At HABA, a variety of Maya the Bee toys are available: the carefully selected licensed products range from first board and matching games to fishing and role-playing games and craft sets for creative afternoons.

Play case Maya the BeeFold-out case with a detailed backdrop; 10 sturdy wooden figures; ideal for free role play; everything can be safely stored and taken along.
My First Games – Maya the Bee Honey TreeColor matching with a 3D beehive; Maya the Bee as a wooden figure; combines free play and first rules; exciting effect when filling the honey dishes
My First Games – Maya the Bee Flower FishingFishing game; Maya the Bee as a magnetic figure on the fishing rod; 6 large wooden flowers; promotes dexterity; toy and rule-based game in one
My First Games – Maya the Bee Flower MeadowColor and shape game with wooden figure; also suitable for free puzzling; first play according to simple rules

In addition to the games, the craft sets around Maya the Bee offer numerous opportunities to get creative. The sets in the "Sachenmacher" series are specially adapted to small hands and contain everything needed for a successful result. Here, small works of art are created that not only look beautiful but also promote patience and perseverance.

 Sachenmacher First Cutting Maya the Bee

  • Complete set for Maya the Bee and 5 of her friends

  • Pre-drawn lines make the first cutting exercises easier

  • Promotes fine motor skills and concentration

  • With stickers for individual decoration

 Sachenmacher First Gluing Maya the Bee

  • Set for Maya the Bee, Willi and 6 flowers

  • Transparent paper provides vibrant color effects

  • First gluing exercises with clear instructions

  • Ideal as a colorful window decoration

 Sachenmacher First Folding Maya the Bee

  • Maya the Bee, Willi and flowers to craft yourself

  • Transparent paper for delicate wings and petals

  • Step-by-step instructions with a success guarantee

  • Decorative results for children's rooms or windows

Maya the Bee: familiar character, new stories

Maya the Bee stands for openness, friendship and the courage to discover new things. This attitude is reflected in the licensed products as well. Whether fishing for colorful blossoms or collecting nectar or flowers – each game invites children to be active and to contribute their own ideas. In everyday life, little companions like the BPA-free glitter cup for joy. In its cup wall shimmering glitter particles dance with every movement – a real eye-catcher. Whether games or craft sets: the Maya the Bee play world draws on familiar things that adults know from their own childhood and at the same time leaves room for new adventures that children can rediscover together with parents, grandparents, friends and neighbors. Maya the Bee – a favorite character through and through, who has delighted young and old for half a century and surely will continue to do so in the future.