March 8 is International Women’s Day, and it’s a timely reminder that girl power is stronger than ever!

I, for one, am grateful to be raising my daughter in a time where she knows she can grow up to be anything. She can be a doctor, a teacher, a scientist, and yes, even a toymaker. Women are taking over the traditionally male-dominated toy industry with inspiring and empowering products. Find 12 toys and games we love from women-owned companies below!


THE FRESH DOLLS CAREER COLLECTION

This set includes three 11.5-inch fashion dolls with custom blended skin tones that celebrate women of color. Mia is one of the world's finest surgeons, Navaeh is the President of the U.S., and Luna is a teacher preparing to inspire students with next week's lesson plans.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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SOLAR LANTERN BOOK BUNDLE

Kids can build a wooden lantern with a solar-powered tea light and then the accompanying story Hello, Star! This bundle makes science fun and tangible for young learners.

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  • MSRP:
  • $35.95
  • Age:
  • 5+

INSPIRING CAREERS, MOMMY’S SHADOW 72 PIECE KIDS PUZZLE

Parents and kids can bond as they work together to create this artistic puzzle. It features a range of moms hard at work in various careers.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

SURPRISE POWERZ DOLLS

Each 16-inch doll has a different STEM theme and can make more than 75 phrases and sound effects. The collection includes Astro the Astronaut, Codie the Coder, Maria the Mathemagician, and Vera the Vet.

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  • MSRP:
  • $49.99
  • Age:
  • 2+

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EXPLORER’S LEARNING KIT

This set features a double-sided magnetic dry-erase board, 120 magnetic letters, 26 magnetic tiles with images drawn by kids, a dry-erase marker, and a container to store it all in.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

LATINISTAS FASHION DOLLS

Meet aspiring author Dani, art student Julianna, talented singer Liv, and design student Lola. Designed as a celebration of Latina culture, the 11.5-inch fashion dolls feature varying skin tones and hair textures.

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  • MSRP:
  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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HEALTH CARE HERO DOCTOR’S UNIFORM

Healthy Roots Dolls represent the diversity of the world with a variety of dolls with different features and skin tones. Kids can dress their dolls in this doctor's uniform that comes in either blue or pink. It includes shoe covers, a lab coat, a face mask, a stethescope, and more.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $18.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

TINY NIBBLE STORMY BLUE BUNNY BOOK BUNDLE

Kids can snuggle with a soft blue bunny while they learn about colors from the My Book of Colors. The book features adorable illustrations and the bunny can be personalized with embroidery.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $37.95
  • Age:
  • 0+

ALPHABET HEXAGON PAIRS

Designed for pre-readers, this set features letters and illustrations that kids can piece together. It is made with sustainably sourced materials and helps build confidence with reading.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $21.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

FEMALE FIREFIGHTERS PLUSH DOLLS

Meet Ember, Molly, and Ash — plush dolls designed by a female firefighter. Each 15.5-inch doll comes with removable gear, including a jacket, hood, gloves, and an axe. They’re soft for cuddling and have brushable, styleable hair. Ash and Ember are fire references, while Molly is named after Molly Williams, the first known female firefighter…

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  • MSRP:
  • $45.00
  • Age:
  • 3+

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MALALA YOUSAFZAI INTERACTIVE PLUSH

This plush introduces kids to the story of Malala Yousafzai, the youngest Nobel Prize laureate. It can be paired with the Little Rebels app to further learn about her inspiring story.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

CREATIVE CRAYONS WORKSHOP PARTY BUNDLE

Families can make memories by coloring these holiday-themed tablecloths, table runners, or placemats. Each coloring sheet features images everyone can color. Kids can use markers, crayons, and colored pencils to decorate their paper tablecloths however they'd like. Families can add personal touches to their coloring sheets by adding a personalized message. 

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $49.99

About the author

Nicole Savas

Nicole Savas

As a kid, Nicole either wanted to be a professional toy player-wither or a writer. Somehow, as social media editor for The Toy Insider, The Toy Book, and The Pop Insider, she’s found a career as both. She's grateful to work somewhere that she can fully embrace both her love of teddy bears and her admiration for the Oxford comma. When she's not playing with toys at work, she's playing with her baby girl at home.

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