The wings, which double as handles, consist of solid hardwood cores covered with a layer of soft, firm padding encased in durable furniture-grade vinyl. The handles sweep back, allowing your child to hold on securely, without the need to lean forward, throwing him off-balance. The outward sweep of the wings also accommodates the increasing distance between her hands as she grows, making the fit more comfortable and natural. The wings are solid, flexible padding from the elbows to the tips, cushioning any accidental bump-ins from passers-bye.

The design of the dragon integrates anti-tip safety features. Both the head and the tail serve as anti-tip stops, for the ensured safety of your child. This feature does not in any way diminish the ride quality of the dragon. On the contrary, the well-balanced nature of the design and the graceful sweep of the rockers ensure a smooth and effortless ride for any youngster. Riders as small as 18 months old can easily coax their dragon into a graceful flight - no short-travelled back-and-forth jerking motions that you see on other rocking toys.

I can think of no better safety feature than to simply be well built. There are no exposed fasteners your child can get snagged on, no folding or latching mechanisms to give out. There is no assembly required - you are assured solid construction from the start, with no mechanical fasteners to loosen over time.

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