Afiyah the Succulent
To buy: Afiyah the Succulent Squishmallow, $20; amazon.com Each Squishmallow has its own name and backstory already provided, which makes imaginative play even more fun. Afiyah the Succulent is 12 x 8 x 14 inches and she loves to sing and dance with her partner, Oz the Succulent. This cuddly friend is a great pick for kiddos and the plant lovers in your life
Drow the Dragon
To buy: Drow the Dragon Squishmallow, $20; amazon.com This might be the least scary dragon out there. Although he has wings, he doesn’t like to fly because he’s afraid of heights. And instead of breathing fire, Drow the Dragon likes to dance. Measuring 12 x 8 x 14, this Squishmallow is large enough to be used as a pillow.
Kellie the Goldfish
To buy: Kellie the Goldfish Squishmallow, $16; amazon.com Kellie is a medium-sized Squishmallow, at 10 x 6 x 12 inches. This fun goldfish is a great companion for trips because she loves to travel. In fact, she swims to a different beach every weekend, no matter how far.
Keina the Shrimp Sushi
To buy: Keina the Shrimp Sushi Squishmallow, $16 (normally $20); amazon.com Got any sushi lovers on your list? Keina the Shrimp Sushi has a super fun backstory: She is a nomad who is never in one place for too long. She may seem like a regular sushi, but she loves to explore new places and make new friends all over the world. We should all be more like Keina! This very interesting Squishmallow measures 12 x 8 x 14 inches.
Gideon the Guacamole
To buy: Gideon the Guacamole Squishmallow, $20; amazon.com Described as “the life of the party,” Gideon the Guacamole is also a world traveler and is full of amazing stories, like the time he wrestled a giant squid or when he climbed to the top of Mallow Mountain. The smiley Squishmallow features an adorable tortilla chip on his head and measures 12 x 8 x14 inches.
Squishville Felicia and Zeke
To buy: Squishville Felicia and Zeke, $15; amazon.com This set of mini Squishmallow Squishville plushies features four toys: Felicia the Pandacorn in a flying carriage and Zeke the Zebra in a purple car. The Squishville minis are about 2 inches tall and fit into their vehicles for more fun on the road. They are available in four different character-vehicle combinations.
Sydnee the Lavender Squirrel
To buy: Sydnee the Lavender Squirrel Squishmallow, $14 (normally $20); amazon.com Sydnee is much more than a super cozy companion—she wants to be a spy when she grows up. She enjoys watching spy and undercover agent movies and loves creating secret code words that she uses with her dad. Unlike other Squishmallows on this list, Sydnee has a longer, log-like shape (10 x 6 x 12 inches), so it makes a very convenient pillow.
TeeTurtle Reversible Octopus
To buy: TeeTurtle Reversible Octopus, $7 (normally $15); amazon.com OK, so this is not officially a Squishmallow, but we’re putting it in the same category because it’s just as soft and adorable. The reversible octopus plushie is actually a TeeTurtle toy and features a pink happy side and a red angry side (and there are 44 other color combinations available, too). To flip it, all you need to do is push on its head and flip its tentacles to reveal the other side. This moody octopus measures 4 x 4 x 3 inches, and there is also a large version.
Chienda the Wooly Mammoth
To buy: Chienda the Wooly Mammoth Squishmallow, $20; amazon.com If your kiddo is into prehistoric animals, they’ll appreciate the details on Chienda the Wooly Mammoth, with her ivory tusks, floppy ears, and brown fur. Despite her prehistoric past, Chienda’s passions are more in line with modern times: She’s a flower artist who likes to add unique touches to her arrangements, like feathers, shiny jewels, and butterflies.
Rie the Otter
To buy: Rie the Otter Squishmallow, $20; amazon.com As otters often do, Rie comes from a large family: She has four siblings and more than 12 cousins—which is very convenient because she loves to play hide-and-seek. She has an otter’s characteristic whiskers, folded ears, and a soft white belly to complete the look. She’s a medium-size Squishmallow, measuring 12 x 8 x 14.
