toys games and puzzles

Captivate and Educate

This year, tactile/sensory, sustainable and educational products are leading the way. Kristin Morency Goldman, spokesperson for The Toy Association, explained what is evolving in this category. “Expect to see the next evolution in unboxing toys,... more »

Fair Play

In order to flourish, museums, national parks and other destinations need to entice families with young children as well as young adults. Children — including those with special needs — use play in order to... more »

Toys for Special Needs Children

Specialty retailers can help capture sales by offering toys geared towards children and even the young with special needs. Offer well-placed offerings in shops to capture consumers interest and provide a “try me” section. Toys... more »

The Toy Association unveils 2020 Toy of the Year Award finalists

The Toy Association unveiled 114 toy and game finalists for the prestigious 2020 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards. Known as the "Oscars" of the toy industry, the TOTY Awards program recognizes the top playthings on... more »

Toy Association inducts three icons into the Toy Industry Hall of Fame

The Toy Association announced that it will induct three icons into the esteemed Toy Industry Hall of Fame. The individuals nominated include: Thomas Chan, founder and CEO of Playmates Toys Inc.; Thomas G. Murdough, Jr., founder... more »

Game On

Once the winter holiday shopping season wraps up and the New Year’s dust settles, parents know it’s time to relax. But not you. As retailers and toymakers, you’re busy finding out what’s going to be... more »

Toy industry gives back this holiday season

From global charitable giving initiatives to donations in local communities, toy companies large and small have embraced the spirit of the season to give back to kids in need. Below is a selection of this... more »

Registration open for ASTRA 2019 toy show

Registration is now open for the American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) 2019 Marketplace & Academy. ASTRA is offering a special pre-early bird Advanced Registration price for retailers and sales representatives through Dec. 31. As... more »