Fictional creatures called minions first appeared in the movie "Despicable Me." Minions are small and yellow and are shaped like capsules. Most have two large eyes but some have only one, like Stuart Minion. Minions are bald and have no ears or noses. Minions wear blue overalls, black rubber gloves, shoes and goggles.
The three most familiar of the minions are Kevin, Bob and Stuart. Minions are mischief makers and absent minded, but possess exceptional engineering qualities like the STEM scientists they are. If you are looking for a Stuart Minion toy that laughs and giggles, take a look at the The Rise of Gru: Stuart Minion Laugh & Giggle Plush Toy.
The first "Despicable Me" movie was a computer-animated feature film that centered on a reformed super villain named Gru and his minions. The word minions is used to describe followers and underlings of powerful persons. Minions are also referred to as underlings, followers and henchmen.
The minions are the several hundred minor characters who play minor roles in the "Despicable Me" film series. In addition to all their other quirky characteristics, the minions have uncontrollable cravings for bananas. All minions are loyal to Gru and Dr. Nefario and are capable of using computers and building and operating weapons.
Stuart Minion is a short, one-eyed minion who is friendly, playful and intelligent, although considered by some to be a bit of a slacker. Stuart is skilled at video games and plays the ukulele.
Younger kids favor plush toys they can carry around, cuddle with or use as pillows.
There are a few Stuart Minion toys and sets of minion action figures.
Stuart Minion LEGO toys combine the loveable creatures with STEM learning in building kits that teach kids how to follow instructions and solve problems.
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Most Stuart Minion toys cost from $10-$20. A few Stuart Minion LEGO toys cost as much as $50.
A. The minions speak mostly Minionese, a mash-up of several languages combined together to create a mostly unintelligible gibberish. Occasionally they speak English, too.
A. All minions have the same basic shape and wear the same clothing, but are different heights and have either one or two eyes. Each has some distinguishing feature that may be too subtle for parents to notice. All are lovably clumsy and eager to serve evil bosses.
The Rise of Gru Stuart Minion Laugh & Giggle Plush Toy by Just Play
What you need to know: This 8-inch tall one-eyed Stuart Minion plush toy laughs and giggles when you press his hand.
What you’ll love: The most famous of the yellow, capsule shaped minions comes dressed in the minion uniform of blue overalls, black shoes and gloves, and a one-eyed goggle. This plush toy is also available in Bob and Kevin versions or as a set of three.
What you should consider: The head is a bit heavy and makes it hard for Stuart to sit up straight on his own.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Loud N’ Rowdy Stuart Minion Talking Action Figure
What you need to know: Stuart speaks 10 words of gibberish and comes to life with real action.
What you’ll love: Kids ages 4 and up love the cannon that fires a fart bomb and a boot projectile accessories. Battle with the Vicious 6 and take them down minion-style. Engage Stuart’s action and watch as his eyes follow along, laughing and yelling. This Stuart Minion toy is compatible with Action Minions, Movie Moment Minions and the Wild Rider RC vehicle sold separately.
What you should consider: The three LR44 batteries are included, but will need to be replaced when they die.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
LEGO Minions Unstoppable Bike Chase Minions Toy Building Kit 75549
What you need to know: Kids build their own motorbike and rocket skates to help Gru and the minions.
What you’ll love: Gru is on one of his missions and the kids help by adding the minions to the chase and playing out scenes from one of the "Despicable Me" movies. This 136-piece toy set includes figures of minions Stuart and Bob as well as an exclusive Gru LEGO minifigure.
What you should consider: This toy building kit is best for kids ages 6 and older.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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