Toy Safety Tips – As shoppers head to the malls, or before they buy online, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is reminding consumers to put safety at the top of their toy shopping list and is urging manufacturers and consumers to be vigilant, especially when it comes to buying children’s toys.
Action Figures
Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America’s Stranger Things – Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Inc. is bringing Vecna beyond the television screen and into your home like never before with two must-have collectible figures and an Amazon 4-pack deal that bundles all the monstrous fun.
Bandai America Launches One-Piece Action Figures – One Piece action figures are highly detailed 6.5-inch figures, equipped with over 16 points of articulation allowing fans to recreate beloved moments from the anime series.
Mego Figures Teams Up With Topps – Topps.com will feature exclusive action figures of some of the most iconic characters from Warner Bros, DC, MGM, Fox, and more. The action figures, available exclusively on Topps.com, will include additional new characters through reimagined classics.
smArt sketcher GO!– Flycatcher’s small but mighty smART sketcher® GO! empowers kids to draw like the smartest artist no matter where they are.
Spirograph – A true classic, the Spirograph came into play in 1965. It was created by Denys Fisher, a mechanical engineer. Combining the principles of art and mathematics, Denys set off to create a drafting tool and ended up creating a piece of art, enjoyed by generations of aspiring artists
Books
Disney & Marvel Advent Calendars 2022 – The Disney Storybook Advent Calendar, Princess Storybook Advent Calendar, and Marvel Storybook Advent Calendar each include 24 storybooks to unwrap every day leading up to Christmas.
Frankenbots: Sunken City of Scraps – When a planet of friendly robots faces a galactic takeover, they learn to work together with kindness. Steampunk meets junk ain the inventive and “riveting” illustrations of this heartwarming story.
Collectibles
Mewaii – On social media have sparked passion amongst audiences, pushing them beyond simply liking and sharing as they have successfully urged a click and buy frenzy; but one is never enough, they are collectibles after all.
Sonic the Hedgehog Movie 2 toys and collectibles by JAKKS Pacific and Disguide, Inc. – The new line of merchandise from JAKKS is set to include action figures, playsets, vehicles, plush toys, and other collectibles just in time for the film’s international release. Disguise, the costume division of JAKKS Pacific, will also be designing and manufacturing costumes and accessories inspired by characters from Sonic the Hedgehog 2, which will be available to fans this Fall.
Walthers Build-A-World Railroad Subscription– Walthers’ Build-A-World Modeling Kit reimagines how model railroading is introduced to hobbyists bringing creativity, learning and fun straight to their door.
Moose Toys Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout – The innovative toy company partners with Mediatonic and Devolver Digital to introduce first-ever toys and collectibles for multiplayer gaming phenomenon.
Breyer Announces Release of Hope– Every year, Breyer features a themed limited-edition Horse of the Year. For 2021, the company wanted to celebrate the most powerful driver of good and progress – hope.
Jazwares And Epic Games Partners for Fortnight Toys and Collectibles Through 2025 – Since 2018, Jazwares and Epic Games have worked together to bring the Fortnite universe into the real world for fans in over 50 countries, launching more than 350 toys and collectibles at retail that allow fans to interact with their favorite characters and experiences from the game in a brand new way.
Construction
Marble Rush™ – VTech® has announced the expansion of its popular Marble Rush™ line with the addition of the Marble Rush Corkscrew Rush Set™ and Marble Rush Raceway Set.
The Spice Girls Are Back in Brick – In celebration of new LEGO set, world-renowned photographer Rankin has brought the brick band to life, recreating images originally shot in Rankin’s studio that made the girls so recognisable around the world, this time featuring the LEGO BrickHeadz quintet.
LEGO and Universal Add New Jurassic World Sets – Continuing to build out the portfolio for Jurassic World fans globally, the newest sets, featuring the largest assortment of dinosaurs than ever before in LEGO® brick form, also include fan favorite characters like Owen, Claire, Ian Malcolm, Dr. Ellie Sattler and more.
Dolls & Soft Toys
An American Girl – Inspired by 1920s historical character, Claudie Wells, whose story is written by acclaimed author Brit Bennett.
Just Play Art Squad – Art Squad celebrates creativity, crafting and self-expression with gorgeous 10-inch dolls that include arts & crafts supplies, color-in clothing and accessories, and DIY activities for both kids and their doll.
Bratz Minis and Bratz Minis Cosmetics – Each Bratz Minis mystery pack includes two nearly 2-inch tall Bratz dolls in mini replica packaging, mirroring the full-sized dolls iconic classic packaging.
Barbie in Space – In collaboration with the International Space Station (ISS) National Lab on Mission DreamStar, Mattel sent two Barbie dolls up to space to encourage girls to consider a career in aerospace, engineering and STEM.
Spin Master Makes A Splash – The children’s entertainment company, makes a splash with the debut of Mermaid High™, a collection of fashion dolls with animated digital content and a vlog-style series.
L.O.L. Surprise!™ Toy Series, Movie Magic™ – Kids will get a chance to play filmmakers themselves with the ultimate gift item, L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G.™ Movie Magic Studio™. The set includes 12 exclusive dolls to play the cast & crew, and a package that folds out into a 360-degree playset, a green screen, and a movie theater.
Jazwares Extends Wildly Popular Squishmallows® Brand – Jazwares, a global leader in toys and licensing, along with Kellytoy, a subsidiary of Jazwares, is building on its hugely successful plush brand Squishmallows® with the launch of an all-new colorful and squishy brand extension called Squishville™.
American Girl Unveils New Conversation Series– The digital platform will highlight various female trailblazers who share their unique stories and perspectives to help foster empathy, equality, and respect—while inspiring others to share their voices for good, too.
Warmies – Known for their best-selling, lavender-infused plush toys, has been awarded a Mom’s Choice Award for Best Product in the Toys, Games, and Puzzles categories.
Educational
Melissa & Doug for Infants and Toddlers – The #1 preschool brand for wooden and sustainable toys, has developed an innovative and fun collection of infant and toddler toys designed to inspire learning through play.
LeapFrog® New Interactive Learning Toys – With a focus on curriculum-based content and important foundational skills, LeapFrog gets kids excited about learning with exciting new products, including the Magic Adventures Microscope™, LeapPods Max™ and Touch & Learn World Map™.
LEGO Education Minifigures Launch Into Space – Available now, the Build to Launch Series, designed in collaboration with NASA, offers free, hands-on, interactive lessons that allow students to explore different STEAM concepts and careers inspired by the Artemis missions.
VTech® Marble Rush™ – Marble Rush lets kids build thrilling courses, send marbles into motion and compete with family and friends in exciting challenges with sounds and lights.
LEGO® Education introduces SPIKE Essential – Announced as part of the LEGO® Learning System, LEGO® Education introduces SPIKE Essential to engage students in STEAM through playful learning experiences, putting them on the path to become resilient, independent thinkers.
Potato Chip Science – Featuring 29 incredible experiments-plus one edible project, what could be better than an educational gift which sparks young scientistls imagination?
MONOPOLY: David Bowie – Relive the artistry and musical milestones of one of the world’s most influential artists as you buy, sell, and trade locations named for Bowie’s remarkable albums, such as The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders from Mars.
National Scrabble Day – Alfred Mosher Butts gave the world an iconic board game and on April 13 we celebrate his birthday and the board game Scrabble!
Happy Salmon – Exploding Kittens, the hit tabletop game creator, announced the relaunch of popular, fast-paced card game, Happy Salmon, recently acquired from North Star Games.
2021 Winning Moves Games USA – Two new games designed to bring the family together! Words Over Easy™ is a quick-playing word game with uniquely shaped letter eggs and a random letter sorter. The second new game in Winning Moves Games USA’s 2021 line is a fast-paced card game called Trashed™!
Best Baby Boomer Games – Baby Boomer games and toys are certainly long-lost treasures for many grandparents today. The holiday season is a terrific time to bridge the generation gap(s) and bring some nostalgic fun to the game table!
UNO® Celebrates 50 Years – Discover how the brand is celebrating 50 years of bringing people around the world together.
Exploding Kittens Launches First Two-Player Strategic Board Game– Hit tabletop game creator, Exploding Kittens, today announced its first two-player board game, Tacocat Spelled Backwards, a palindrome-themed duel of wits and tactics that incorporates a fun balance of strategy, luck, and instinct. In a unique, friendly competition, opponents aim to outsmart one another in battles to win the ultimate prize, Tacocat..
Tech Toys
tonies Sleepy Friends – Award-winning audio system designs new collection to help little ones wind down.
My Avastars™– WowWee partners with Gamefam to innovate the doll and gaming categories, bringing physical dolls to life online with My Avastars.
Vital Hero – An interactive band that evolves the way you play!
DJ Beat Boxer™ – Available this fall, the adorable DJ Beat Boxer™ lets kids move and groove with beatboxing, mixing music and nurturing play.
New Go! Go! Cory CarsonVTech® Toys from VTechVTech® Race Onto Shelves – VTech® announced new products in its successful Go! Go! Cory Carson® toy line are now available nationwide. Go! Go! Cory Carson follows the adventures of kid car Cory Carson, his family and his friends in Bumperton Hills as they navigate the winding roads of childhood.
tonies Sleepy Time Collection – Featuring a variety of soothing sounds to help little ones wind down to rest, including gentle lullabies, relaxing nature sounds and calming white noise, and are now available for purchase in the U.S.
Bandai America Launches Tamagotchi Pix – Bandai America is fortifying the Tamagotchi franchise in the North American market and allowing fans to enter the Tamagotchi world like never before.
Toys
Unwrapping Memories – New data shows moms are shifting their holiday shopping habits amid inflation and becoming increasingly mindful of gifting this year.
Cool Cats – Cool Cats and TOIKIDO announced a manufacturing and distribution deal for a wide range of Cool Cats merchandise – including toys such as plushies – to bring the beloved characters of the Cooltopia ecosystem into the physical world.
Moose Toys 2022 – Leading toy innovator to deliver expansive toy line that builds on success of holiday phenom Magic Mixies Magic Cauldron, positions Moose as player in games category, flexes preschool properties prowess.
TOTY 2022 – The Toy Foundation announces the 2022 Toy of the Year Awards.
Spin Master 2022 – Spin Master Forecasts Fun For 2022 with Toys and Activities that Inspire Creators, Fuel Fandoms, and Promote Inclusive Play
Baby Shark’s Big Show – Introducing WowWee’s new plush, playset, figures and bath toys based on the preschool series, Baby Shark’s Big Show!
Mattel Canada Reveals Most Wanted Toys for 2021 – Gift givers can expect to see new and exciting toys from their favourite brands such as Hot Wheels®, Barbie® and Fisher-Price® as well as a large assortment of items that are sure to spark nostalgia.
PonyCycle: The Most Coveted Gift on the Market for Young Children – The PonyCycle makes the perfect Christmas or holiday gift for children ages 4 to 9. Currently, the PonyCycle is available in three different sizes, so a young child of any size can enjoy one. The PonyCycle is also available in a variety of different colors for parents and children to choose from.
Jazwares Launches Music-Centric Toy Line on Amazon – The all-new Di, Re, and Mi toy collection is available exclusively on Amazon and includes Do the owl, Re the hummingbird, and Mi the blue jay in addition to musical instruments, play sets, and more!
Magic Mixies Magic Cauldron – A first-of-its-kind interactive toy created to ignite imaginations by putting real magic into kids’ hands.
Moose Toys & Warner Bros.: Space Jam: A New Legacy – Moose Toys, a leading innovator in the toy industry, in collaboration with Warner Bros. Consumer Products will have fans cheering with the introduction of an all-star line-up of products to celebrate the summer theatrical release of Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Space Jam: A New Legacy.”
Spin Master 2021 Lineup – With award-winning franchises, highly sought after licenses and trailblazing new intellectual property, Spin Master’s 2021 line up taps into the hottest toy trends and pushes the boundaries of creativity.
Vehicles
Tonka’s 75th Birthday Playcation – TONKA Spokesperson Shaquille O’Neal Kicks Off the Iconic Brand’s 75th Anniversary with Month-Long “Playcation” Encouraging Families to Play Together.
NBA® 2K23 – Celebrate the intersection of music and basketball culture.
EA SPORTS Madden NFL 23 – Through new technology and mechanics, FieldSENSEdelivers a gameplay flow with realistic outcomes on the field.
Nintendo Indie Showcase – 20 Indie Games Featured in New Presentation, Including ElecHead, Another Crab’s Treasure, Gunbrella, Wildfrost and Ooblets.
LEGO Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga – Warner Bros. Games, TT Games, the LEGO Group and Lucasfilm Games today announced LEGO Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga, the latest LEGO Star Wars™ title featuring all nine Skywalker saga films in one brand new game, is now available.
GRID™ Legends – An all-action, edge-of-your-seat driving experience that gives players cross-platform multiplayer gameplay, story mode, deep career, and a faster route to connect with friends.
Dance to the Beat of 40 Hot New Tracks – Just Dance® 2022, the newest installment of the #1 Music Video Game Franchise of All Time,* is now available on the Nintendo Switch™ system, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S consoles and Stadia.
Nintendo Switch Online Surpasses 100 Classic Games – Five additional titles are being added, which will bring the number of classic games available to all Nintendo Switch Online members to a grand total of 104!
The Sims™ 4 Cottage Living – In The Sims 4 Cottage Living, creativity is unleashed for players to delight in the charm of the countryside of Henford-on-Bagley. Sims can discover and build life in its picturesque village, including options to grow and harvest produce, raise and befriend animals, and connect with nature.
EA Sports NHL 22 – Now powered by the Frostbite™ engine, every real-world player and arena will have unrivaled visual detail, while the addition of Superstar X-Factors will elevate the league’s biggest stars with an all-new layer of class-based play.
EA Reignites College Rivalries in Madden NFL 22 – Clemson, Miami, LSU, Florida, Oklahoma, Texas, USC, Oregon, Nebraska, and Michigan State Featured in “Campus Legends” Limited Time Event in Superstar KO Multiplayer Mode Across All Platforms.
Zoink Games and EA Invite Players to Get Lost in Random – Lost in Random tells the story of two young sisters, Even and Odd, who find themselves at the mercy of the evil Queen and her dark dice. Separated from Odd on her twelfth birthday, Even enlists the help of Dicey, her dice companion, to traverse through the land’s six realms and rescue her sister from the Queen’s grips.
NieR Replicant ver. 1.22474487139 – NieR Replicant™ver.1.22474487139…, the re-telling of NieR Replicant for modern consoles, is now available on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One family of devices including Xbox One X, and PC (Steam®). The enhanced experience has been lauded by critics, with Destructoid calling it “hauntingly beautiful,” and GAMINGbible saying it’s an “ambitious, fascinating game.”
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