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Maple Landmark Enters the Land of Make Believe

Middlebury, VT – New addition of three wooden swords to Maple Landmark's line has created a new "pretend play" category. Coupled with the magic wands that were introduced in January of 2009, the swords offer... more »

Out-of-work mom turns daughter’s drawings into toys

Denise Garlow clearly recalls the summer day when her 9-year-old daughter brought home a plate from Girl Scouts. On the plate was a transfer drawing of colorful, mouse-like creatures with large saucer ears and big... more »

At Toy Shop, spirit of giving thrives

Manchester – This is the first time Connor Robert has volunteered as an escort for "shoppers" at the Salvation Army Toy Shop, and he was able to provide a unique service for some parents looking... more »

Gamewright Enters Forbidden Territory in 2010

Newton, MA – For the past 16 years, producing award-winning family games has been the mission of leading game manufacturer Gamewright. To commemorate this milestone, the company is positioned for success with nine innovative new... more »

Toy Industry Association Announces Finalists for 10th Annual TOTY (Toy of the Year) Awards

TIA members who will vote exclusively for products in twelve categories, including two separate categories for Infant and Preschool, which is new this year. In addition, one toy will be designated Toy of the Year.Well-recognized... more »

Kids Preferred Products Win 13 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Awards

East Windsor, N.J. – Triskaidekaphobes (those with a fear of the number 13) may not agree, but Kids Preferred thinks 13 is great! That's because this year 13 products from six licensed product lines won... more »

A+ is for Alphabotz Named Dr. Toy’s 100 Best Products of 2009

Baton Rouge, LA – Parents of emerging readers have all sorts of tools at their disposal to expose their children to the wonders of reading. The problem is, while old-fashioned flash cards may be useful,... more »

Jumping Jack Press Wins Third Consecutive “Best Pop-Up” Book Moonbeam Award

Mason – Jumping Jack Press, the pop-up book imprint from Up With Paper, has been honored with its third consecutive Moonbeam Children's Book Award in the Best Pop-Up/Cut-Out Book category. The company's Kirby's Derby title... more »