{"product_id":"met-william-pull-along-toy","title":"Met William Pull-Along Toy","description":"Bring ancient Egypt into your toddler’s world with Hape x The Met William Pull-Along Toy, a toy inspired by the iconic hippopotamus statuette affectionately known as William® in The Met’s Egyptian Art collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginally crafted in faience nearly 4,000 years ago, the original William features lotus designs that reflect the hippo’s river home. This toddler-friendly version brings that historic figure into motion—with a twist! As children pull the toy along, William’s belly spins, turning every step into a sensory surprise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith durable wheels, an easy-grip string, and rounded edges for little hands, Walk with William supports balance, coordination, and tactile exploration. It’s a playful way to introduce cultural heritage through everyday movement and fun.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeveloped in collaboration with early-childhood specialists and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this pull toy makes history part of every journey—perfect for first steps and thoughtful gifting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures\u003cbr\u003eOFFICIAL THE MET LICENSED TOY: Inspired by William®, the iconic Egyptian faience hippo in The Met collection.\u003cbr\u003eWALK, ROLL \u0026amp; SPIN: Toddlers pull the toy along to make William’s belly spin, adding motion and sensory engagement to early walking.\u003cbr\u003e HISTORICALLY INSPIRED: Lotus designs and a vibrant blue finish echo the original statuette’s rich symbolism and materials.\u003cbr\u003eTODDLER-FRIENDLY DESIGN: Safe, smooth construction with sturdy wheels and a soft pull cord, perfect for ages 12M+.\u003cbr\u003eEXPERTLY DEVELOPED: Created with early-childhood experts in collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art.\u003cbr\u003eEDUCATIONAL \u0026amp; ENGAGING: Encourages movement, balance, and curiosity through beautifully designed, Museum-inspired play.","brand":"Hape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43006361206897,"sku":"070-E0535","price":34.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4195\/5185\/files\/Met-William-Pull-Along-Toy-070-E0535.jpg?v=1772053579","url":"https:\/\/scholarschoice.ca\/products\/met-william-pull-along-toy","provider":"Scholar's Choice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}