The Hugg-A-Planet Product line is aboard the first
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) rocket to the International Space
Station (ISS), the launch and docking was flawless .This award-winning product
line brings the universal appeal of these fun and educational products to outer
space. Whether in outer space or back home here on planet Earth, Hugg-A-Planets
are for everyone. Often used as a simple conversation piece for some, an
educational resource for teachers and for others, just a simple embrace. Now the
Hugg-A-Planet® Earth, Hugg-A-Moon™ and Hugg-A-Planet® Mars will circle the Earth
for many years to come.
The Hugg-A-Planets will make a full orbit around the Earth every 90 minutes on
the Space Station. They will stay there for as long as the space station remains
active, at least till 2016, and will orbit the Earth 5860 times every year! NASA
chose the Hugg-A-Planet globes (peacetoys.com
) as a space-based teaching tool because of their geographic accuracy
and soft construction. They also can be tossed around like a ball or used as a
pillow.
"Every time I think of how far we have traveled with the Hugg-A-Planet product
line it puts a smile on my face," said Robert Forenza, President and Founder of
Hugg-A-Planet. Making "green toys" since 1982. Forenza is amazed to think that
we have two planets and a moon in space. “Now we can add astronauts to the list
of people including world leaders, politicians, celebrities, executives who
enjoy our products."
Hugg-A-Planets were voted as one of Parents Choice Foundation "Best 25 Toys of
the Past 25 Years" and "Classic Toy of the Year" by Dr. Stevanne Auerbach ( "Dr.
Toy" ) who said "The Hugg-A-Planet belongs in every toy box."
Caring adults appreciate this ideal way to start children’s geographic
education. Over 600 locations are labeled on the Hugg-A-Planet, including the
world's smallest nation ( Niue ). And they offer something extra ... they can be
hugged. Studies have shown that the majority of our personality is formed from
birth to 7 yrs old.
"Imagine generations growing up hugging the world. It is incredibly rewarding”,
said Forenza. “I believe that people who hug the earth encourage others to care
for the earth. In the end, it's a good way of promoting global awareness,
sustainability, ecological consciousness and geography."
