Barbie with Down's syndrome
A Barbie with Down's syndrome is the latest doll to be released by Mattel in a bid to make its range more diverse. Read more
National Trails Day
American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day®, the largest annual trails celebration, is scheduled for Saturday, June 3, 2023, and will feature a wide variety of outdoor activities for the public to enjoy. Read more
7 famous toys
Throughout the decades of the 20th century, the toy market exploded with famous toys that shaped society. Here are 7 famous toys that defined the 20th century. Read more
Zoos
Zoos have long been a recreational attraction for children. Originally described as park-like places where animals were kept in cages or large enclosures for public exhibition, they were known as zoological gardens or menageries. Today's zoos offer a wide range of design from the small city parks that have animals in cages to large safari parks that allow the animals to roam in more realistic natural settings.
a whiff of danger
Playgrounds are moving way beyond the usual, boring, simple swings and slides. New designs are even moving towards a whiff of danger. Read more
outdoor toys
From outdoor swing sets to water slides, your backyard is about to become the neighborhood hotspot. Here are some outdoor toys that reviewers love. Read more
Risky play is for toddlers
Risky play isn’t just for older kids! Risky play is for toddlers, too! Check out these toddler-appropriate ways you can encourage your little one to take part. Read more
like the box
Many have observed that sometimes when given a toy as a present, children play with the box the toy came in. When kids like the box more than the toy, the benefits of playing with everyday objects comes to the forefront. Read more
Playful learning
Playful learning encourages cognitive development, motivation, and longer attention spans. Here are some expert tips on how to make fun part of your learning strategy. Read more
wooden toy market
As today's parents seek out sustainably made alternatives to traditional plastics, the wooden toy market isn’t pushing new features or gimmicks into products, but keeping them as simple and as affordable as possible. Read more
