# Animal Silhouette Rocking Chairs Manny & Simon Wooden Rockers are Perfectly Sized for Tots By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-09-06 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manny-simon-wooden-rockers References: [inhabitots](http://www.inhabitots.com/2010/09/02/adjustable-bookend-shelf-for-growing-book-collections/bookendgreenowllg/) & [mannyandsimon](http://mannyandsimon.com/innerindex.php?link=shop&catid=12) Manny & Simon wooden rockers are made of 100% post-industrial recycled wood residuals and painted with non-toxic and ultra-low odor paint. The brightly-colored [rocking chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oval-rocking-chair) are perfectly sized for tots. Silhouette sides are shaped like animals. Animal shape choices include an elephant, dinosaur, lamb or monkey. The sustainable Manny & Simon wooden rockers make practical, bright additions to a [small child's room](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-collection) or play area. **Implications** - Children's toys are continuing to become more innovative in order to compete against a slue of like-minded competitors. As opposed to developing products that are entirely new, businesses should consider revamping designs that have been successful in the past. This rocking chair is an example of how a favourite children's toy has been infused with new flair. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Recycled Wood Toys:** Opportunity for businesses to create eco-friendly toys using post-industrial recycled wood residuals. - **Animal Silhouette Rockers:** Opportunity for businesses to create innovative and visually appealing rocking chairs for children. - **Non-toxic Paints:** Opportunity to promote the use of safer paints for toys to improve the health of children. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy Industry:** Opportunity for toy companies to create eco-friendly and innovative toys that meet consumer demands. - **Furniture Industry:** Opportunity for furniture companies to expand their product line by creating unique and eco-friendly furniture for children. - **Paint Industry:** Opportunity for paint manufacturers to develop safer and non-toxic paints for children's toys and furniture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Youth-Ready Rocking Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ready-rocker-1.md) - [Sleek Structural Rocking Horses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocking-horse-chair.md) - [Dynamic Movement Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wobbl-rocking-chair.md) - [Contemporary Rocking Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penguin-rocking-chair.md) - [All-Ages Portable Rockers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ready-rocker.md) - [Modernized Rocking Chair Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nodding-chair.md) - [Eco-Friendly Ergonomic Child Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plogic-chair.md) - [Motion Blur-Inspired Rocking Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-rocking-chair.md) - [Wooden Lounge Rocking Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nice-chair.md)