Get ready to lay out the fun with Chick-a-Boo, the hilarious and heartwarming new hen who lays surprise eggs when she’s fed her favourite treat! Bursting with charm and personality, Chick-a-Boo brings nurturing play to life in the most magical way.

From trusted toy brand Jumbo, Chick-a-Boo is the very first reveal in the brand-new Funtasy Family toy range. She invites children into a world of imaginative storytelling, magical mischief, and caring roleplay. Chick-a-Boo is available from selected retailers, including Amazon.

Say Hello to Chick-a-Boo!

Chick-a-Boo is packed with personality and features 50+ sounds and reactions, including songs, giggles, wiggles, dances—and of course, her soon-to-be legendary “lays two eggs” moment! Simply feed her a strawberry (her favourite snack) and watch the magic unfold. She’ll sing, dance, and lay an egg right before your eyes. Inside each egg is a surprise baby chick, ready to be cuddled, loved, and cared for.

Designed for children aged 3 years+, this unique play experience blends caring roleplay with interactive fun. From feeding and hatching to cuddling and nurturing, Chick-a-Boo supports emotional development, imaginative play, and empathy—all while delivering laugh-out-loud entertainment.

Big Laughs. Big Love. Two Surprise Chicks.

The Funtasy Family Starts Here!

More than just a toy, Chick-a-Boo is a child’s first pet and best friend. She helps teach responsibility, care, creativity, and humour in one irresistible, interactive companion.

Key Features:

  • Packed with personality – Over 50 sounds and reactions keep play fresh and exciting

  • Interactive feeding feature – Feed her a strawberry and watch the magic happen

  • Wiggle & dance mode – She giggles and grooves when she’s happy

  • Surprise “lays two eggs” function – Lays two mystery eggs, each hiding a baby chick, again and again

  • Responsive to tickles and cuddles – Reacts lovingly to nurturing touch

  • Imaginative storytelling play – Built-in narrative encourages creativity and roleplay

Chick-a-Boo encourages imaginative and interactive play while supporting key areas of early childhood development, including empathy, nurturing behaviour, and emotional bonding. This makes her the perfect gift for preschoolers—ideal for Christmas, birthdays, milestones, or those special “just because” moments.

By Penny McCarthy

Penny McCarthy is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Parents News UK, a pioneering publication launched in 1993 to serve the needs of busy parents in Southwest London. Alongside her husband, Fergus McCarthy, Penny played a crucial role in the rapid expansion of the printed edition, which grew from a local startup to a widely circulated monthly publication with a reach of 192,000 copies across Kent, South London, and beyond. Under Penny’s leadership, Parents News quickly became a trusted resource for families, providing valuable information on education, entertainment, sports, and family-friendly events. Her vision helped the publication extend its influence with franchises in Northern Ireland and Cornwall, catering to a growing demand for accessible, family-oriented content. In 1997, recognising the importance of digital media, Penny spearheaded the launch of Parents News UK Online. The website initially mirrored the content of the printed editions and has since evolved into a comprehensive online resource for parents, achieving significant popularity with up to 700 daily hits. In 2017, the publication transitioned fully to an online platform, continuing to inform and engage families across the UK. Today, Penny remains deeply involved in the ongoing success of Parents News UK, focusing on innovative advertising opportunities and future growth plans. Her dedication to supporting families through accessible and practical content has made Parents News a cherished name in households across the country.