[!paul-epp.jpg](http://canadiandesignresource.ca/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/paul-epp.jpg) It is always great to see designers getting into objects for childhood, applying their skills to build children’s creativity and resourcefulness. A design like this promotes such an openess of play behaviour, everything from Cowboys and knights to the physical joy of riding something. Referencing the classic hobby horse, this design is charming and a welcome departure from the programmed toys offered by Disney and Toys R Us.