They arrived in Germany clutching toys but still in shock.

The children clutched toys and extra clothing, looking around in wonder as their parents were directed to rooms.

Babies crawl around clutching toys and board books, while toddlers and preschoolers listen to a storyteller or sing songs.

Much better to think of the happy American shoppers clutching the stuffed animals and other toys as they wait in line at the register.

Del gave a soundless little laugh as he worked, and glanced over to where Newton was lounging on his couch, clutching toys in his hands as if he drew some comfort from them.

Over the decades the product range has expanded: first incorporating other wooden toys such as pulling figures, vehicles, clutching toys and a complex upgradeable ball track system, followed later by the first society games.

"The skeletons of unborn babies and toddlers clutching toys are being unearthed, the investigators said."