May the 4th Be with These Epic Star Wars Toys

May 4 is a day for celebrating all things Star Wars, no matter how old you are or what your favorite type of Star Wars media is. We’ve put together some of the hottest Star Wars toys that young fans can play with while rewatching their favorite Star Wars movies and TV shows, from the original trilogy to The Mandalorian. Keep scrolling to check out all of these toys that are as strong with the Force as Master Yoda.

THE MANDALORIAN N-1 STARFIGHTER MICROFIGHTER

Kids can build the Mandalorian's remodeled starfighter from Season 3 of The Mandalorian with the latest microfighter LEGO set! The 88-piece set features a miniature version of the ship, a Din Djarin minifigure, and a Grogu minifigure.

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  • Age:
  • 6+

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STAR WARS L0-LA59 (LOLA) ANIMATRONIC EDITION

Featuring the design and deco inspired by the droid that appears in the Obi-Wan Kenobi series, this interactive companion has three modes of play and 45 different light, sound, and movement combinations.

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  • $89.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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STAR WARS THE MANDALORIAN THE CHILD PLUSH FIGURE

Kids can snuggle up and watch the later episodes of The Mandalorian with this plush Grogu! Grogu is 11 inches tall and features a plastic molded head and a plush body.

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  • $27.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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STAR WARS MICRO GALAXY SQUADRON ASSAULT CLASS MILLENIUM FALCON

Kids can make the Kessel run in 12 parsecs with this miniature replica of the Millennium Falcon. The ship comes with four articulated micro figures: Han Solo, Princess Leia, Chewbacca, and Obi-Wan Kenobi.

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  • $44.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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REY SKYWALKER LIGHTSABER

Kids can fight Kylo Red and the First Order using a model of Rey's lightsaber inspired by Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker! The lightsaber features a yellow light-up LED blade and a hilt.

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  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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WAMPA PLUSH SET — STAR WARS EMPIRE STRIKES BACK — 10 INCH

This two-piece set includes a plush Wampa with a furry pelt from The Empire Strikes Back and a scenic base with felt bones on it.

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  • $22.99
  • Age:
  • 0+

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STAR WARS THE BLACK SERIES BOBA FETT

This 6-inch action figure features Boba Fett in scuffed up armor and comes with five accessories, including a blaster. The figure has a poseable head, arms, and legs.

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  • $33.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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STAR WARS PICTURE THIS

Kids can test their Star Wars knowledge with this trivia game. Each card features a picture of a person, place, or object in the Star Wars universe. Kids have to identify who or what it is and can get bonus points for naming the right movie and answering trivia questions. The first player to score…

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  • Age:
  • 8+

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KOOSH CAMEOS

The nostalgic fun of Koosh meets kids' favorite characters with these licensed 3-inch Koosh Balls. Available in characters including Grogu from The Mandalorian and Blue from Jurassic World (both pictured).

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  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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UNO STAR WARS THE MANDALORIAN

This themed UNO set features characters from Disney+'s The Mandalorian, including Grogu, Din Djarin, Fennec Stand, and more. Players race to get rid of all their cards by matching a card in their hand with the current card shown on top of the discard pile. There is a special "This is the Way" rule that…

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  • $8.95
  • Age:
  • 7+

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SOMETHING WILD! STAR WARS ORIGINAL TRILOGY CARD GAME

Kids can combine characters and defeat their enemies with this Star Wars card game featuring Funko designs! The game comes with a mini Darth Vader Funko Pop! figure that gives kids power over other players. Kids can also combine this game with other Something Wild! sets for bigger games and bigger stakes!

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  • $8
  • Age:
  • 6+

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STAR WARS VILLAINOUS: POWER OF THE DARK SIDE

Kids can embrace the power of the Dark Side with Star Wars Villainous! Kids take on the role of Darth Vader, Kylo Ren, and other iconic Star Wars villains as they face off against the heroes! Each character has different abilities that will lead kids to victory!

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  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 10+

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STAR WARS DELUXE 12-INCH TALKING DEATH STAR PLUSH

Kids can snuggle up with the Dark Side with this talking plush Death Star featuring three different phrases. It also has a light-up green LED that comes up when kids activate it.

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  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 0+

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ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS 16-INCH PLUSH CHEWBACCA

Kids can snuggle up with their favorite Wookiee with this 16-inch plush version of Chewbacca. However, this isn't any ordinary plush: This one combines Angry Birds with Star Wars!

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  • $41.99
  • Age:
  • 0+

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STAR WARS GROGU TAMAGOTCHI USING THE FORCE & SILICONE CASE SET

Kids can take care of Grogu so he grows up to be a strong Mandalorian with this Tamagotchi! Kids can feed Grogu macarons and chowder, play two different mini games, and meet new visitors every hour! This Tamagotchi also has a Grogu-shaped silicone case for an extra Star Wars flair.

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  • $27.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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Kiddie Couches Make Great Forts and Nap Spots

Every kid loves making forts and pretending to be knights, princes, or princesses in a big castle, but not all couches are designed for optimum fort-building. Kiddie Couches are designed for just that, with imaginative playtime in mind.

Kiddie Couches are modular couches that come in four pieces: the base, the cushion, and two support pillows. The Kiddie Couch weighs 25 pounds total, so kids will be able to easily move around the pieces. Kids can also add different shapes (sold separately), including archways, climbing slides, and semicircles to make bigger and more elaborate forts, ottomans, and other types of creations! With so many options, kids can build their own world out of the Kiddie Couch.
Kiddie Couch is fun in couch and fort form! | Source: Kiddie Couch

The pieces come in seven colors: Koala Grey, Jet Black, Sand Beige, Pacific Blue, Emerald Green, Blush Pink, and Orchid Purple, so kids can match the Kiddie Couch to their personal style or the aesthetic of the room. The covers to the pieces are removable and available to purchase individually, so families can also switch out colors and even add on waterproof covers. The covers are also machine washable, so adults can easily clean up any messes made in the name of fort-building adventures.

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Whether kids use their Kiddie Couches to design the greatest forts ever or use it to lounge around, Kiddie Couch is ready for both. The entire collection is available from $37-269 at kiddiecouch.com.

The John Deere Buildables Barn Set Is Very Amoooosing

Forget old MacDonald — Kids can have their own farm! And on that farm, they’ll have a tractor, a loader, a dozen cows, and more.

The John Deere Buildables Barn Set by TOMY is designed for kids ages 6 and up, and it’s a great option for kids who have shown interest in farming and/or farm vehicles. As the name suggests, the first part of the play experience comes in building the entire playset.

The kit comes in a variety of small pieces — 203 of them, to be exact. Some, including the cows and many of the vehicle components, are made of plastic. The remaining pieces are made of sturdy paper material, and kids punch out those pieces from nine punch-out cards. The kit also comes with an instruction guide, which walks kids through the assembly process for various components of the barn scene, from the barn itself to the fence and the hay bales. The guide is chunked into sections, which makes it easy for kids to keep track of what they have and have not built.

The pieces slot together, like the roof on this barn. | Source: TOMY

Kids punch out all of the pieces from a series of cards. | Source: TOMY

Snap together pieces to create a tractor loader. | Source: TOMY

The durable paper components are all numbered to help ensure that they are using the right pieces at the right time. Building the set isn’t overly complicated, and it’s entirely mess-free! All of the pieces (even the plastic ones) are designed to slot together, without any glue or other adhesive. However, some of the pieces do have smaller pieces to punch out within them, and slotting the pieces together in exactly the right way can be a bit tricky. Most older kids and tweens will be able to build the set on their own, but younger kids will benefit from adult guidance and assistance. I would also encourage kids to only punch out the pieces they need for the step they are completing. Punching out all of the pieces at the start would make it much more difficult to keep track of where each piece goes, and increases the odds of losing a piece.

Overall, the process of building the set is a great exercise in following instructions and using fine motor skills. It took me about an hour to construct the complete barn scene, so it should keep kids occupied for a good chunk of time. However, the play doesn’t stop when the barn is built!

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Once they have a completed scene, kids can use the barn, animals, vehicles, and fence pieces for imaginative play. They can arrange and rearrange the farm configuration, transport the hay, and create a variety of other farming adventures. If constructed properly, the pieces all feel very sturdy and should hold up to hands-on play. Many of the pieces even feature interactive elements: The vehicle wheels roll, the back of the trailer can open and shut for storage, and most of the vehicles can park inside the barn.

When playtime is over, the set won’t take too much room to store. However, the constructed barn and vehicles won’t fit back in the original box. I would recommend using a plastic bag or a small storage container to store the set. It has a lot of small pieces that you won’t want to lose!

This John Deere construction set is packed with play value, but perhaps the most notable feature is the price. At $14.99, it is an incredibly budget-friendly option. And with almost no plastic waste, it’s also an eco-friendly addition to the playroom.

JOHN DEERE BUILDABLES

Kids can build their very own farm from start to finish. This farm-in-a-box includes 203 sturdy pieces that form a barn, a trailer, fencing, and more.

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  • Age:
  • 5+

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Make It a Summer of STEM with These New Snap Circuits Activity Sets

School’s about to be out for the summer, but that doesn’t mean learning has to stop!

Elenco has released a Snap Circuits Summer of STEM Activity Set that encourages kids to engage in creative STEM learning and play throughout the summer. There are three unique sets for three months of exploration, learning, and play for kids ages 8 and up.
Snap Circuits Classic 300 Kit

The first month’s set is all about learning the fundamentals of science, electricity, and engineering. The Snap Circuits Classic 300 kit comes with more than 300 exciting projects that kids can put together, such as AM radios, burglar alarms, doorbells, and much more. Kids can even play electronic games with their friends. The kit comes with more than 60 snap-together parts and clear and concise manuals with colorful pictures. The Snap Circuits Classic set is available for $89.99 at shop.elenco.com.
Snap Circuits Bric: Structures Kit

The second month’s theme is creative building. With the Snap Circuits Bric: Structures set, kids can combine Snap Circuits with ordinary building bricks to make endless combinations of construction and circuitry. Kids can use Bric-2-Snap technology to wire up their brick builds with Snap Circuits, lights, sounds, moving parts, and 3D circuits to invent just about anything. Instead of simply building a structure, kids can make the lights on a skyscraper illuminate or make the gears on a drawbridge move! The Snap Circuits Bric: Structures kit is available for $55.99 at shop.elenco.com.
Snap Circuits Light Kit

Month three gives kids the opportunity to learn the magic of illumination. Kids can explore fiber optics, LEDs, and more with more than 175 different projects using the Snap Circuits Light kit. Kids can connect their iPhone or other devices and enjoy their music as the lights change to the beat. The strobe light comes with spinning patterns so kids can put on a light show using fiber optics. The Snap Circuits Light set is available for $108.99 at shop.elenco.com.

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All of the sets are available in a bundle for $169 at shop.elenco.com. There is no limit on learning and creativity with the Snap Circuits Summer of STEM Activity Set!

SNAP CIRCUITS SUMMER OF STEM ACTIVITY SET

Snap Circuits Summer of STEM set allows kids to engage in creative STEM learning and play throughout the summer with Snap Circuits. Three unique Snap Circuits kids are included for three months of exploration, learning, and play. Month one is all about learning the fundamentals of science, electricity, and engineering with up to 300 projects…

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The Summer’s Top Toys on Arizona’s Daily Mix

Toy Insider Media Correspondent Deborah Stallings Stumm joined Arizona’s Daily Mix on KZAT-TV to show off the best new toys and games that kids will be asking for this summer. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best gifts of the season, be sure to check out The Toy Insider’s Spring and Summer Gift Guide.

LASER X REVOLUTION

Turn the backyard into a laser tag arena and blast opponents up to 300 feet away — inside or outside, in darkness or sunlight — with quick-slide reload. Choose from more than 20 different colors to light up your blaster.

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  • MSRP:
  • $39.99; $69.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE PLAYSET

Kids can test their Koosh skills in a head-to-head game. The set includes two paddles and a colorful Koosh ball, making it perfect to play inside or outside.

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  • MSRP:
  • $16.99; $29.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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DECORATE YOUR OWN GEMSTONE WATER BOTTLE CRAFT KIT

Stay hydrated this summer! Kids will love decorating their own bottles with the Decorate Your Own Gemstone Water Bottle Kit. It comes with four sheets of sparkly rhinestone and glitter gemstone stickers for kids to bling out their bottles! Include a carabiner to hang the bottle so kids can bring it on the go. Kids…

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  • Age:
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LITTLE TIKES BIG ADVENTURES SAFARI SUV

These toy vehicles combine play, fun, and learning with real, working STEM tools. The Safari SUV includes three detachable tools: binoculars, a flashlight, and a compass. The spinning wheels detach from the Safari SUV and transform into binoculars with 3X magnification. The Safari SUV’s headlights transform into a working flashlight and the Safari SUV’s back…

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  • Age:
  • 3+

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FLYBAR FUNPARK RING TOSS

Step right up and take a chance on this classic game of luck and skill. Bring the Flybar FunPark Giant Inflatable Ring Toss Game to your backyard. Set a starting mark, ring a bottle and score! Perfect for the whole family, this game is 3 feet tall, sets up in minutes, and provides hours of…

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  • Age:
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These Sweet Treats Help Teach Kids Numbers and Letters

ABC … it’s easy as 1, 2, 3! 

With Learning Resources’ Mini ABC Pops and Mini Number Treats, learning the alphabet and numbers really is that easy! Perfect for little ones ages 3 and up, these sweet, educational treats help teach basic skills like letter and number recognition in a fun way. 
The Mini ABC Pops help teach letter recognition! | Source: Learning Resources

The Mini ABC Pops teach toddlers essential preschool skills such as uppercase letter recognition, important vocabulary words, and beginning sounds. The coating on the ice cream treats pops off, helping kids to enhance fine motor skills and build new hand strength, while they also learn color coordination. Kids can spell out their new favorite words, play a matching game, or simply learn what each letter looks like. 
Learning Resources’ Mini Number Treats help kids match numbers to icons of suns, kittens, and more. | Source: Learning Resources

The Mini Number Treats help kids practice their numbers. Toddlers will learn courting, colors, sorting, and matching from numbers 1-20. Match numbers to icons of suns, kittens, and more with these treats. Like the Mini ABC Pops, these Number Treats feature a pop-apart cookie that helps foster fine motor skills such as hand strength and coordination. 

These learning treats are also perfect to take on the go! All of the pieces — for both the Mini ABC Pops and the Mini Number Treats — fit perfectly inside their clear storage containers, so there’s no mess when playtime is over. 

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At only $19.99 each, these budget-friendly toys are a great way to introduce kids to letters and numbers. It’s only a matter of time before parents have the next spelling bee champion or math wiz in their house! 

MINI ABC POPS

Toddlers can learn uppercase letter recognition, vocabulary skills, and beginning sounds with these Mini ABC Pops which also help to enhance fine motor skills and color identification. This 52-piece set includes 26 matching, two-piece ice pops in a variety of colors. Each ice pop has an uppercase letter on the outside that kids can pop…

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  • Age:
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These Aphmau Dolls Bring the Princess of Minecraft to Your Kids’ Playroom  

If your kid knows a thing or two about Minecraft, then they probably know Aphmau! Known for her unique gameplay style, the 8.8 million-subscribers-strong YouTuber is bringing the bubbly, fun energy of her gaming videos into your little one’s hands. Bonkers Toys just released a new line of dolls inspired by Aphmau’s perky online brand. Selections include the Aphmau Fashion Doll and the Aphmau Ultimate Mystery Surprise, recommended for kids ages 3 and up.

Standing at an adorable 7-inches tall, the Aphmau Fashion Doll is designed after the YouTuber’s popular online persona, sporting a stylish purple zip hoodie and denim cut-off shorts. For $14.97, the doll comes with accessories to complete her look with cat ears, a cat tail, a hair brush, stickers, and one of three exclusive MeeMeow minifigures that kids can only get by purchasing the fashion doll (other MeeMeows are sold separately.) 

Aphmau Fashion Doll | Source: Bonkers Toys

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Young fans of Aphmau will definitely recognize the Goddess Irene-inspired design of the Ultimate Mystery Surprise doll. The doll, dressed in the Minecraft character’s purple cloak, comes in a plush CatFace case along with accessories like a CatFace diamond, a necklace, an exclusive MeeMeow minifigures, and more for $45.35.

You can purchase these and other Aphmau toys at most major retailers. 

APHMAU ULTIMATE MYSTERY SURPISE

Inspired by the YouTuber Aphmau's bubbly persona, this 7-inch fashion doll of Aphmau's Goddess Irene character is a Minecrafter fan's best friend. The doll comes in in a plush CatFace case along with accessories like a CatFace diamond, a necklace, and an exclusive MeeMeow minifigures

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APHMAU FASHION DOLL

This fashion doll is inspired by the YouTuber Aphmau and comes with five surprises, including cat ears, a cat tail, a mystery brush, stickers, and one of three exclusive glitter MeeMeows mini figures.

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  • 3+

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In Kidz Culture Boxes Take Little Travelers on a Journey Around the World

Can’t quite swing that family vacation to France? In Kidz has you covered!

The In Kidz Culture Boxes feature everything needed to learn about somewhere new. The boxes come straight to you by mail and are designed to educate kids about different cultures and places. The kits have activities, books, and plenty of fun toys to make inclusion and education a great time. 

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Kids can visit Italy, France, Jamaica, Australia, and Guatemala with the Culture Boxes already available on the In Kidz website. They can also learn about Nowruz (Persian New Year) or brush up on their American Black History. The kits make learning fun with activity books, stories, puzzles, and tons of toys. Kids will receive a boomerang with the Australia kit, hacky sacks with the Jamaica kit, a mini Eiffel Tower with the France kit, and more!

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Outside of the Culture Boxes, In Kidz also has two kits available that aim to teach kids about mindfulness. Focused on techniques like self-awareness, breathing, meditation, and gratitude, the Mindful Kits are designed to help build confidence and calmness as kids navigate the often overwhelming world around them.

The In Kidz Culture Boxes are available now here. Get a Culture Box and have the kids in your life globetrotting, all from the comfort of home!

IN KIDZ CULTURE BOXES

These boxes come straight to your door and send kids on an adventure across the world! Whether they want to visit France, Jamaica, or even learn more about Black History in America, there's a box that'll teach them all about new places and cultures. Each box comes with custom activities, informational facts, and objects based…

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Top Toys for Travel on Your Life Arizona

Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined Your Life Arizona to show off the best new toys to keep kids entertained on long trips this summer. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

DASH KIDS TRAVEL DRAWING KIT

Dash is the kids drawing kit that’s perfect during travel — long car rides, road trips, and airplane flights are instantly better. The whole family can enjoy playing 5 in a Row, Dots & Boxes, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Search & Find while on the road. Kids can use the included stylus or even a fingernail to…

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  • Age:
  • 4+

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PAW PATROL RESCUE MISSION WOODEN DASHBOARD

Kids can select which PAW Patrol pups to send on a mission, and hear different sounds and phrases based on their choice. Kids can also rev the engine, turn the wheel, and more on this interactive, wooden dashboard. Kids can select which PAW Patrol pups to send on a mission, and hear different sounds and…

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  • $38.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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SLEEPY FRIENDS BEDTIME STORIES WITH SLEEPY BEAR

The Toniebox is an imagination-building, screen-free, educational, digital listening experience speaker that plays stories, songs, and much more. The Sleepy Friends line is designed to foster undogmatic bedtime preparation for preschoolers. The Toniebox comes to life with the Sleepy Friends Bedtime Stories with Sleepy Bear, a Tonie that soothes kids to sleep with calmness, peace,…

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  • Age:
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“BATTLE HOG” UNSC WARTHOG

Halo Infinite is the latest epic adventure in the long-standing Halo series, letting players experience a sprawling alien ringworld to give humanity hope once more. The UNSC Warthog is an all-terrain epochal beast that has played a pivotal role in every Halo adventure. This "Battle Hog" version of the UNSC Warthog, is a joint tactical…

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  • $25.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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UNSC GUNGOOSE & MASTER CHIEF

The UNSC Gungoose operates at 2.4 GHz frequency, which allows 16 players to play at the same time, with a range of up to 150 feet. This radio-controlled full-function replica is modeled after how it appears in Halo Infinite. It features the legendary Master Chief in the driver's seat.

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  • $25.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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CARE BEARS MICRO PLUSH

Get ready for big Care Bears fun in a micro scale! The Care Bears kids know and love are tinier and more magical than ever. Play with besties like Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, Good Luck Bear, Harmony Bear, and Laugh-a-Lot Bear in their adorable micro size. Each bear comes with their own unique look and…

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  • $3.97
  • Age:
  • 4+

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DASH KIDS TRAVEL DRAWING KIT

Dash is the kids drawing kit that’s perfect during travel — long car rides, road trips, and airplane flights are instantly better. The whole family can enjoy playing 5 in a Row, Dots & Boxes, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Search & Find while on the road. Kids can use the included stylus or even a fingernail to…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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PAW PATROL RESCUE MISSION WOODEN DASHBOARD

Kids can select which PAW Patrol pups to send on a mission, and hear different sounds and phrases based on their choice. Kids can also rev the engine, turn the wheel, and more on this interactive, wooden dashboard. Kids can select which PAW Patrol pups to send on a mission, and hear different sounds and…

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  • MSRP:
  • $38.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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SLEEPY FRIENDS BEDTIME STORIES WITH SLEEPY BEAR

The Toniebox is an imagination-building, screen-free, educational, digital listening experience speaker that plays stories, songs, and much more. The Sleepy Friends line is designed to foster undogmatic bedtime preparation for preschoolers. The Toniebox comes to life with the Sleepy Friends Bedtime Stories with Sleepy Bear, a Tonie that soothes kids to sleep with calmness, peace,…

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  • $17.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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TONIES

“BATTLE HOG” UNSC WARTHOG

Halo Infinite is the latest epic adventure in the long-standing Halo series, letting players experience a sprawling alien ringworld to give humanity hope once more. The UNSC Warthog is an all-terrain epochal beast that has played a pivotal role in every Halo adventure. This "Battle Hog" version of the UNSC Warthog, is a joint tactical…

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  • MSRP:
  • $25.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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UNSC GUNGOOSE & MASTER CHIEF

The UNSC Gungoose operates at 2.4 GHz frequency, which allows 16 players to play at the same time, with a range of up to 150 feet. This radio-controlled full-function replica is modeled after how it appears in Halo Infinite. It features the legendary Master Chief in the driver's seat.

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  • MSRP:
  • $25.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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CARE BEARS MICRO PLUSH

Get ready for big Care Bears fun in a micro scale! The Care Bears kids know and love are tinier and more magical than ever. Play with besties like Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, Good Luck Bear, Harmony Bear, and Laugh-a-Lot Bear in their adorable micro size. Each bear comes with their own unique look and…

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The Dancing Crab Bubble Machine Is the Coolest Crustacean of the Summer

As summer approaches, you may be in the market for preschool graduation gifts or affordable outdoor toys to keep the little ones busy at barbecues and birthday parties. Bubbles are always a hit with young kids and Sunny Days Entertainment is making the warm weather staple even more summer with the Maxx Bubbles Dancing Crab Bubble Machine.

The crab plays music while bubbles stream out of its mouth. | Source: Sunny Days Entertainment

This Bubble Machine is easy to use! | Source: Sunny Days Entertainment

Parents can pour the included bubble solution into the crab's claws. | Source: Sunny Days Entertainment

The crab will swivel in the opposite direction when it gets near an object or person. | Source: Sunny Days Entertainment

Recommended for kids ages 3 and up, this toy comes with the bubble machine and 4 ounces of bubble solution. Parents just need to add batteries and pour some of the solution into the blue crab’s upturned claws for an instant party. When kids press the button on the crab’s back, the crab’s legs will start dancing across the ground and bubbles will stream continuously from its mouth. The crab will move side to side while playing music and bubbling sound effects.

The crab moves quickly and runs well on hard surfaces, like concrete or flat patios rather than fluffy carpets, so it’s perfect to bring outside. The crab automatically avoids obstacles, so parents don’t have to worry about it ramming into kids’ legs or stepping on anyone’s toes. It may lightly bump into something and then it will just scurry away in another direction, keeping kids active as they chase after the dancing crab and the floating bubbles. It’s better to play with it in spacious areas instead of confined spaces because this crab loves to run!

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If bubbles build up on the crab’s mouth, parents can take a napkin or cloth and just wipe them away to keep the stream of bubbles flowing. When the included bubble solution runs out, parents can simply replace it with more (sold separately), but the crab also works without bubbles. It will still dance around and play music either way.

The next time your preschooler is feeling crabby, grab a Dancing Crab Bubble Machine to put a smile on their face.

DANCING CRAB BUBBLE MACHINE

This self-walking crab bubble machine moves side-to-side on its eight moving legs. Listen to fun underwater music as the machine dances back and forth, emitting a continuous stream of bubbles blowing from its mouth. The machine comes with a 4-oz bottle of bubble solution.

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New Jan Brett Collection Tonie Immerses Kids in 4 Beloved Stories

What do a hedgehog in space, a honey badger, a group of furry Alaskan animals, and three bears in the snow have in common? They all star in beloved Janet Brett stories that kids can listen to with the newest Tonie figure! 

Janet Brett is a children’s book author and illustrator with a huge portfolio of stories, including original works and retellings of well-known tales. Now, using Tonies, kids can experience her stories in a whole new way. Kids can place their Tonie figure on top of a Toniebox (sold separately) to listen to songs, audio stories, and more, all based on the character figure that kids put on the Toniebox.
The new Tonie features Hedgie the hedgehog as he leaves for a space adventure. | Source: Tonies

The Jan Brett Collection Tonie features an adorable hedgehog ready to blast off to space with his full astronaut outfit. The Tonie is inspired by Hedgie Blasts Off!, one of the four audio stories included with the figure. Kids can also listen to audio versions of Honey, Honey Lion!; The Three Snow Bears; and Cozy. 

In Hedgie Blasts Off!, kids can follow along as Hedgie the hedgehog pursues his dream to visit space. Kids will also learn all about the incredible partnership between honey badgers and honeyguide birds in Honey, Honey, Lion!, and they can follow a group of animals looking for a warm place during the Alaskan winter in Cozy. If kids love fairytales, The Three Snow Bears is a snowy retelling of the classic Goldilocks story. Any little animal lover will be delighted to have this Tonie in their collection!

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The new Jan Brett Collection Tonie is available now on the Tonies website, with stories designed for kids ages 5 and up. Give the littlest book lover in your life a new way to experience their favorite adventures!

JAN BRETT COLLECTION TONIE

This space-faring hedgehog Tonie features four different Janet Brett stories: Hedgie Blasts Off!; Honey, Honey, Lion!; Cozy; and The Three Snow Bears. Kids can place the Tonie figure on top of the Toniebox (sold separately) to hear the audio stories.

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Even More Jurassic Park Toys Are Roaring into Stores This Summer

It’s been 30 years since viewers first sat on the edge of their seats while watching the Murphys hide from the raptors in the kitchen in Jurassic Park. Toy makers are celebrating the movie’s big anniversary by dropping action figures, video games, and more new toys. 

So far, we’ve seen releases from LEGO, with five new building sets; Bandai, with two Jurassic Park-themed Tamagotchis; Toy Monster, with Jurassic Park CAPTIVZ surprise toys, and more. This summer, you won’t want to miss all of the dinosaur madness happening in Jurassic June.

Mattel is bringing back retro designs for Jurassic Park's anniversary! | Source: Mattel

Mattel is bringing back retro designs for Jurassic Park's anniversary! | Source: Mattel

Mattel is bringing back retro designs for Jurassic Park's anniversary! | Source: Mattel

Mattel is bringing back retro designs for Jurassic Park's anniversary! | Source: Mattel

Mattel is going big for the anniversary with the Jurassic World ‘93 Classic collection — a line of toys designed for kids ages 4 and up that features retro packaging. The collection features sets of action figures and vehicles that kids can use to recreate moments from Jurassic Park, including a set starring Dr. Ian Malcolm saving a baby Triceratops from a Dilophosaurus. The collection also features Jurassic Park-themed walkie-talkies and a T. rex figure that feels like kids are actually petting a dinosaur and makes roaring sounds! The collection is currently available for preorder and will be available this June.

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Young gamers can also check out Limited Run Games’ Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary Retro Collection, which features new versions of the Jurassic Park and Jurassic Park 2: Chaos Continues video games. 

Kids can also check out the Jurassic World and Jurassic World Kids YouTube channels for behind-the-scenes clips from the movies, animated shorts featuring LEGO and other animation styles, and more!

Even more Jurassic Park toys are on the way from PlayMonster, Hasbro, Just Play, Wow Stuff, Jada, Spin Master, Dynacraft, Smyths Toys, and more. With tons of toys roaring onto the scene for Jurassic Park’s 30th anniversary, kids will find a way to play with toys that bring dinosaurs to the modern age!

The Best Toys for Spring Break on Las Vegas Now

Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined Las Vegas Now to show off the hottest new toys to keep kids entertained throughout spring break. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

TACTILE TURTLES MATH ACTIVITY SET

Inspired by the sea, the Tactile Turtles Math Activity Set helpskids master early math skills! This engaging math activity set provides a sensory experience as kids explore counting, sorting, patterning, and more. Each turtle is made from certified 100% post-consumer recycled plastic. The set also includes 10 double-sided Activity Cards and Activity Guide to introduce…

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FOIL FUN

This activity set comes with more than 150 stickers, 100 foil sheets, and an instruction manual. Kids start by selecting one of the 10 thematic boards, then choose their stickers and apply color using sparkly foil sheets. This set helps kids to create mess-free artwork without cutting, painting, or coloring. Available in Dinosaur and Animal…

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PLAYMOBIL MY FIGURES — ISLAND OF THE PIRATES

Kids can create their own pirate adventures with this playset, which includes six figures that kids can mix and match for more than 1,000 possible combinations. The set also features a tower with a pirate flag, a rowboat with oars, a cannon, a treasure chest, and more themed accessories.

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LEGO CREATOR 3 IN 1 EXOTIC PARROT

Little builders and passionate animal fans can travel deep into the rainforest for action-packed stories with this set. Kids can build three different exotic animal toys with this set. Kids can build a colorful parrot sitting on a tree branch or rebuild it into a playful fish swimming at the bottom of the sea or…

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  • 19.99; $24.99 CAD
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  • 7+

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VR MASTERCHEF JUNIOR

Step inside the MasterChef kitchen in virtual reality and learn everything from culinary skills, plating techniques, flavor pairing, and even food science from former contestants and winners of the hit FOX TV show. This interactive cooking kit for kids covers 30 recipes and even tackles sauces, dressings, and knife skills as they take on STEM…

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  • 8+

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PYXEL A CODER’S BEST FRIEND

Kids can use a tablet to code Pyxel to perform tricks, make sounds, and more. Pyxel and its companion app will help kids learn the basics of two coding languages: Blockly and Python.

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CREATTO LIGHT-UP 3D PUZZLES

These Creatto Puzzles come in Flashy Fish & Silly Swimmers and Twilight Rocking Horse & The Giddyup Gang. Flashy Fish & Silly Swimmers comes with 43 Creatto pieces and a string of 20 LED lights. Kids can build a cute cartoony fish, a crab, a stingray, and a turtle. Twilight Rocking Horse & The Giddyup…

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TACTILE TURTLES MATH ACTIVITY SET

Inspired by the sea, the Tactile Turtles Math Activity Set helpskids master early math skills! This engaging math activity set provides a sensory experience as kids explore counting, sorting, patterning, and more. Each turtle is made from certified 100% post-consumer recycled plastic. The set also includes 10 double-sided Activity Cards and Activity Guide to introduce…

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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FOIL FUN

This activity set comes with more than 150 stickers, 100 foil sheets, and an instruction manual. Kids start by selecting one of the 10 thematic boards, then choose their stickers and apply color using sparkly foil sheets. This set helps kids to create mess-free artwork without cutting, painting, or coloring. Available in Dinosaur and Animal…

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  • $24.97 EACH
  • Age:
  • 4+

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LEGO CREATOR 3 IN 1 EXOTIC PARROT

Little builders and passionate animal fans can travel deep into the rainforest for action-packed stories with this set. Kids can build three different exotic animal toys with this set. Kids can build a colorful parrot sitting on a tree branch or rebuild it into a playful fish swimming at the bottom of the sea or…

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  • MSRP:
  • 19.99; $24.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 7+

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VR MASTERCHEF JUNIOR

Step inside the MasterChef kitchen in virtual reality and learn everything from culinary skills, plating techniques, flavor pairing, and even food science from former contestants and winners of the hit FOX TV show. This interactive cooking kit for kids covers 30 recipes and even tackles sauces, dressings, and knife skills as they take on STEM…

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  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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PYXEL A CODER’S BEST FRIEND

Kids can use a tablet to code Pyxel to perform tricks, make sounds, and more. Pyxel and its companion app will help kids learn the basics of two coding languages: Blockly and Python.

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  • MSRP:
  • $124.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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CREATTO LIGHT-UP 3D PUZZLES

These Creatto Puzzles come in Flashy Fish & Silly Swimmers and Twilight Rocking Horse & The Giddyup Gang. Flashy Fish & Silly Swimmers comes with 43 Creatto pieces and a string of 20 LED lights. Kids can build a cute cartoony fish, a crab, a stingray, and a turtle. Twilight Rocking Horse & The Giddyup…

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  • $21.95; $31.00 CAD
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  • 8+

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LEGO Continues Disney100 Celebration with New Sets and Minifigures

LEGO is celebrating 100 years of Disney with three new products that are sure to spark kids’ creativity. 

Kids ages 5 and up can recreate their favorite movie moments with the LEGO Minifigures Disney 100 mystery bags. These iconic animated characters from the past century are great for collecting, displaying, or sparking imaginative play. Kids can recreate popular scenes from Disney films or dream up their own action-packed adventures.

Kids can collect popular Disney characters from the past century. | Source: LEGO

Kids can collect popular Disney characters from the past century. | Source: LEGO

Each sealed mystery bag comes with one of 18 possible characters: Sorcerer’s Apprentice Mickey, Pinocchio, Jiminy Cricket, The Queen, Stitch 626, Pocahontas, Cruella de Vil and a Dalmatian puppy, Miguel and Dante, Ernesto de la Cruz, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, Robin Hood, Prince John, Tiana, Dr. Facilier, Queen of Hearts, Mulan, Aurora, and Baymax. Every character is accompanied by at least one cool accessory and a collector’s information leaflet. The LEGO Minifigures Disney 100 mystery bags will be available on May 1 for $4.99 each.

Kids can easily swap icons in and out of the wall display to mix it up. | Source: LEGO

Kids can easily swap icons in and out of the wall display to mix it up. | Source: LEGO

This kit comes with an exclusive Mickey Mouse minifigure. | Source: LEGO

The LEGO 100 Years of Disney Animation Icons set is packed with possibilities for kids ages 6 and up looking to expand their decoration creativity. The 1,022-piece set includes 12 8×8 plates, a picture frame and hanger elements, and loads of tiles that kids can use to build up to 12 icons at once, plus an exclusive Mickey Mouse minifigure holding a brush and a palette. Overall, there are 72 different Disney designs separated into six collections of 12.

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As they build, kids can also enjoy an easy adventure with the LEGO Builder app, which zooms in and rotates models in 3D, saves sets, and tracks user progress. This wall art decor measures more than 11 inches high and 12.5 inches wide. It is easy to swap icons in and out of the framed collage to mix it up at any time. The LEGO 100 Years of Animation Icons set will be available on June 1 for $59.99.

The Enchanted Treehouse comes with 13 mini Disney Princess doll figures. | Source: LEGO

The Enchanted Treehouse comes with 13 mini Disney Princess doll figures. | Source: LEGO

The Enchanted Treehouse comes with 13 mini Disney Princess doll figures. | Source: LEGO

Another new set from LEGO that will inspire kids ages 7 and up to new heights of play is the Enchanted Treehouse. This 1016-piece set has a two-level treehouse, a waterfall, a zipline, 13 LEGO mini doll figures, and lots of accessories and hidden features to discover, including a cave behind the waterfall and a secret staircase in the treehouse. Kids can also use the LEGO Builder app to help this set.

The Enchanted Treehouse comes with beloved Disney heroines, including Mulan, Raya, Elsa, Moana, Tinker Bell, Alice, Wendy, Belle, Tiana, Anna, Pocahontas, Princess Jasmine, and Mirabel. Disney Princess fans will love the wide variety of characters to help them foster creative play. The Enchanted Treehouse is available for preorder now for $159.99 and will ship on June 1.

Give a Disney fan the gift of endless play and storytelling with these new products from LEGO. Look for them soon at LEGO stores and on lego.com.

LEGO MINIFIGURES DISNEY 100

Kids ages 5 and up can recreate their favorite movie moments with the LEGO Minifigures Disney 100 mystery bags. These 18 iconic animated characters from the past century are great for collecting, displaying, or sparking imaginative play.

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LEGO 100 YEARS OF DISNEY ANIMATION ICONS

The 1,022-piece set includes 12 8×8 plates, a picture frame and hanger elements, and loads of tiles that kids can use to build up to 12 icons at once, plus an exclusive Mickey Mouse minifigure holding a brush and a palette. Overall, there are 72 different Disney designs separated into six collections of 12.

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LEGO ENCHANTED TREEHOUSE

This 1016-piece set has a two-level treehouse, a waterfall, a zipline, 13 LEGO mini doll figures, and lots of accessories and hidden features to discover, including a cave behind the waterfall and a secret staircase in the treehouse. The Enchanted Treehouse comes with beloved Disney heroines, including Mulan, Raya, Elsa, Moana, Tinker Bell, Alice, Wendy,…

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Mamma Mia! This Super Mario-Themed Pop-Up Game Will Make Kids Say “Wahoo!”

Mario and his friends have already made their way to the big screen, and now they are coming to a tabletop near you with the Super Mario Pop-Up Game by TOMY. The game features three different ways to play and is designed for up to six players ages 4 and up. The game includes a pop-up game structure, a twistable Mario figure, and several color-coded paddles complete with stickers featuring Mushroom Kingdom’s finest friends and foes. 

In classic play mode, players can simply place the Mario figure in his pipe, twist to lock him into place, and begin the game. Each player takes turns sliding the paddles into the pipe and when the correct slot is selected, Mario will bounce out of his pipe and that player will win the game. 
Mario bursts from his pipe when kids insert a paddle into the correct slot, which changes everty time they play! | Source: TOMY

Kids can also play in Coin Collection mode for a longer game. In this version, the paddles are mixed up and placed coin side down, each player must pick a paddle at the start of their turn. The player that causes Mario to pop out must count the number of coins on that paddle and add it to their overall score. Of course, each paddle has a different number of coins, and the player with the highest score wins the game.

The final version kids can play Super Mario Pop-Up Game in is Team Player mode. This mode is perfect for large groups or birthday parties. First, kids divide into two teams: Team Luigi or Team Bowser. Then, they can choose to play Coin Collection mode or Classic mode. 

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Super Mario Pop-Up is a fun, easy-to-understand game for all ages. Kids will enjoy the surprise element of Mario bursting from his pipe and parents will love the play value that all the various play modes provide!

POP UP MARIO

In this Super Mario Bros.-inspired game, players take turns sliding paddles into Mario’s pipe. When a player picks the correct slot to insert their paddle, Mario will bounce out of the pipe and that player wins the game.

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Kids Can Bring Magical Creatures On the Go with Harry Potter Tamagotchis

Kids can be just like Newt Scamander with these new Tamagotchis from Bandai Namco, raising their favorite fantastic beasts from the Harry Potter universe.

Tamagotchis are the fun virtual pet that captured kids’ hearts in the ‘90s and continue to find themselves in the pockets of kids and adults across the globe. We’ve already told you about some fun Tamagotchi collabs, like Jurassic Park Tamagotchis, Star Wars Tamagotchis (featuring everyone’s favorite baby Yoda), and Toy Story Tamagotchis. Another collaboration now joins the list, with the new Harry Potter Tamagotchi Nanos bringing even more magic to virtual pets.

Tamagotchi Nano x Harry Potter – Magical Creatures | Source: Bandai Namco

Tamagotchi Nano x Harry Potter – Hogwarts Castle | Source: Bandai Namco

The new Harry Potter Tamagotchi Nanos come in two case styles: Hogwarts Castle in blue and Magical Creatures in red. Kids will need to feed, pet, and play with their magical creatures to avoid them running away. The Tamagotchis feature four different mini games: Catch Gold, Deliver of Letter, Fly Hippogriff, and Picking a Lock. How kids interact with their Tamagotchi will determine which of the 11 magical creatures decides to appear. 

There’s even a chance kids will run into favorite characters like Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Newt Scamander, and more! And with two different play modes that let kids visit Hogwarts Castle or spend time in a magical suitcase, it’ll take a while to run out of surprises. 

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The new Harry Potter Tamagotchis are available for preorder now, with an official date to hit shelves on July 18. Get the little wizard in your life a pet that doesn’t include any extra clean-up, but does have plenty of magic!

HARRY POTTER TAMAGOTCHI

Nurture magical creatures by feeding them, petting them, and playing four different mini games at Hogwarts in Harry Potter mode or in a magical suitcase in Fantastic Beasts mode. The way kids play decides which of the 25 creatures they'll get.

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Mattel Breaks Boundaries with the First-Ever Barbie with Down Syndrome

Barbie is continuing to show that beauty comes in all sorts of different forms! 

As part of the 2023 Fashionistas doll line, Mattel is releasing the first Barbie in history with Down syndrome. The Barbie team worked closely with the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) to ensure the authenticity of this trailblazing doll’s design before it hit shelves. 
First look at the new doll on Good Morning America | Source: Good Morning America/YouTube

From the sculpt of the doll’s face and body to the features of her wardrobe, this new fashionista was meticulously designed to represent and inspire girls with Down syndrome around the globe when they see her on the shelves. NDSS and a medical professional helped review the features, including a face sculpt with a rounder shape and a flat nasal bridge, a shorter frame and a longer torso, and a single line on the doll’s palm.

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Barbie’s dress is adorned with butterflies and a yellow/blue color pattern — common symbols associated with the Down syndrome community. The doll also sports a pink pendant necklace featuring the upwards chevrons to resemble the three copies of the 21st chromosome. Kids who play with the Barbie doll will also notice her wearing a fashionable pair of ankle foot orthotics to go with her bold outfit. 

Parents can purchase this new doll and the rest of the 2023 Fashionistas dolls for $10.99 at most major retailers.

BARBIE FASHIONISTIAS — BARBIE DOLL WITH DOWN SYNDROME

Designed with the help of the National Down Syndrome Society, this is the first Barbie doll with Down syndrome. The doll's outfit featuring meaningful symbols, such as butterflies (a symbol of Down syndrome) and a blue-and-yellow color palette to represents Down syndrome awareness. Barbie's pink pendant necklace has three arrows to represent the third 21st…

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You’re Invited to Celebrate Crazy Aaron’s 25th Anniversary with a Time Capsule

Crazy Aaron’s is celebrating its 25th anniversary by offering parents and kids the chance to contribute their artwork, photographs, mementos, and other items to a time capsule. From now through May 10, fans can mail or drop off their contributions to be stowed away alongside Crazy Aaron’s very own keepsakes. 

Next month, select items will be buried at the Globe Knitting Mills in Norristown, Pennsylvania as part of an event to also celebrate the historic building’s 125th anniversary. Fans can expect to see the time capsule unearthed during Crazy Aaron’s 50th anniversary in 2048. 

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Crazy Aaron’s has offered families endless hours of fun with lines of popular creative play products like Thinking Putty and Land of Dough. Families can show their love for the company’s 25 years of creative fun by mailing or dropping off their capsule items at The Shop @ Crazy Aaron’s in Norristown.

Thinking Putty gives kids ages 3 and up a fun, mess-free experience of stretching colorful globs of goo into creative shapes, while Land of Dough products put a exciting twist of fidget products with biodegradable glitter and pleasing color combinations. There are so many creative, engaging options to choose from like Thinking Putty Happy Earth, Unicnorn Horn, Dino-Dough, and Thinking Putty Spring Frog.

Parents can bring the fun of Crazy Aaron’s to their home just in time for the big anniversary by heading to crazyaarons.com or at any major retailer where products are sold.

HAPPY EARTH THINKING PUTTY + SOCIAL BUTTERFLY THINKING PUTTY

These fidget-friendly Thinking Putties come in tins made of food-grade material that can be reused for crafts and projects or recycled with other metals like soup cans. When charged with the included rainbow magnet, Happy Earth Thinking Putty will move and kids can watch the sparkling mineral earth blue color shine. The Social Butterfly Thinking…

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Hot Wheels Legends Tour Races to Find the Next Great Car Toy

Start your engines for the next great Hot Wheels car!

Mattel’s Hot Wheels is maybe the most well-known brand of model cars in existence. Beloved by kids everywhere as well as adult collectors, Hot Wheels has scale cars and race tracks that are full of action for all ages. Now, in collaboration with Mobil 1, the company is kicking off its sixth year of the Hot Wheels Legends Tour, a huge car show that’ll end with the newest Hot Wheels model.

2018 Winner – 2JetZ | Source: Mattel

2019 Winner – The Nash | Source: Mattel

2020 Winner – Pontiac Firebird | Source: Mattel

2021 Winner – Volvo P1800 Gasser | Source: Mattel

Custom car builders across the globe can enter for a chance to be the newest inductee to the Hot Wheels Garage of Legends, immortalizing their creation forever as a 1:64-scale Hot Wheels car. Previous winners have included everything from a deep green Volvo to an electric blue Nash Metropolitan. Vehicle submissions are open now at the official Hot Wheels Legends Tour website, which also contains additional information about the event overall. Kids can browse the custom builds and get excited about the cars they’ll see at the show nearest them. 

The tour gets its start in Miami on May 13, and continues across the globe for a series of events, all culminating in a virtual Global Grand Finale on Nov. 11. For those in the U.S., other upcoming tour dates include May 20 in Charlotte, May 27 in Atlanta, June 10 in Detroit, June 24 in Chicago, July 8 in Houston, Sept. 9 in Dallas, and Sept. 23 in Phoenix, all hosted at Walmart stores. To top off the in-person events, the Mobil 1 Rally and Legends Fest will take place on Oct. 7 at the brand’s headquarters in El Segundo, California. 

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Mark your calendars and your nearest participating Walmart to let the kids in your life experience Hot Wheels bigger than they’ve ever seen them! The Hot Wheels Legends Tour starts soon, and is expected to have a huge number of custom car entries.

Mattel’s Little Mermaid Collection Offers Tons of Fun Under the Sea

Kids can have even more fun under the sea — literally — with Mattel‘s new collection of dolls inspired by the upcoming Disney film, The Little Mermaid, set to hit theaters on May 26. Mattel’s Disney The Little Mermaid collection includes fashion dolls, figures, doll sets, playsets, and more, plus the recently released Disney The Little Mermaid Ariel Doll.
Kids can collect and hide trinkets in Ariel’s special hideaway. | Source: Mattel

The line of dolls is designed with looks and accessories shown in the new feature film. The collection includes a wide array of characters including familiar favorites like Prince Eric, King Triton, lovable friends Sebastian and Flounder, Ariel’s six sisters, Vanessa, and of course Ursula, suitable for play on land and in the water.
Ariel and Prince Eric’s styles are inspired by the upcoming film. | Source: Mattel
Kids can use their imaginations to act out their favorite movie scenes. | Source: Mattel

Aside from individual fashion dolls, the assortment includes sets to inspire storytelling — groupings of characters and accessories meant to play out different scenes from the film. For example, the Ariel and Prince Eric set ($29.99) includes an Ariel fashion doll with legs so kids can imagine the conversation (or lack thereof!) when Ariel is on land and tries to help Prince Eric guess her name. On the other hand, the Ariel, King Triton, and Ursula bundle ($59.99) includes the Ariel mermaid doll with her signature mermaid tail.

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Other highlights include Storytime Stackers Ariel’s Grotto Playset ($26.99), where both Ariel and kids can hide their favorite things; the Sing & Dream Ariel Fashion Doll ($24.99), who sings “Part of Your World” for the music lovers; and the Transforming Ariel Fashion Doll ($26.99), who magically transforms from human to mermaid with a push of her shell necklace.

Mattel’s Disney The Little Mermaid full collection is available now at select retailers.

LEGO Reveals 3 New Little Mermaid Sets for Fans of All Ages

Get ready to be part of the LEGO world with three new sets from The LEGO Group inspired by the upcoming film, The Little Mermaid, scheduled to release in theaters nationwide on May 26.  
The LEGO Little Mermaid Story Book opens to reveal Ariel’s hideout on one side and Ursula’s lair on the other. | Source: The LEGO Group

Designed for both kids and adult fans, each set has “whosits” and “whatsits” galore and is tailored to a different audience. The LEGO Little Mermaid Story Book 134-piece set includes Ariel and Ursula minidolls and features two underwater environments — Ariel’s hideout and Ursula’s cave — that kids can fold up into a portable book. 
With the LEGO Ariel’s Treasure Chest, kids can build and decorate their own treasure chests. | Source: The LEGO Group

The LEGO Ariel’s Treasure Chest allows fans to build and decorate their own treasure chests, where they can store personal keepsakes. This 370-piece kit comes with a few to get collections started, such as a candlestick, a statue, and jewels, as well as an Ariel minidoll.

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Lastly, the LEGO Little Mermaid Royal Clamshell, created for adult fans, includes 1,808 pieces of detailed key moments from the film and references to throne rock, Ariel’s grotto, and Ursula’s lair, which fans can add to their display collections.

The LEGO Little Mermaid Story Book and the LEGO Ariel’s Treasure Chest will be available for $19.99 and $44.99 respectively at lego.com, LEGO stores, and select retailers starting on May 1, with the LEGO Little Mermaid Royal Clamshell releasing on June 1 for $159.99.

Jakks Pacific Launches a Treasure Trove of Little Mermaid Toys

With only a month left until kids are introduced to a new iteration of Ariel in The Little Mermaid, Jakks Pacific is jumping into full gear to bring kids gadgets and gizmos a-plenty. 

Kids can look the part while they play mermaids in this two-piece Ariel costume! | Source: Jakks Pacific

Kids can collect all sorts of treasure with Found Treasures accessories! | Source: Jakks Pacific

The new line of toys is filled with moments for kids to recreate scenes from both the animated movie and the new one. Kids can look the part of Ariel wearing the two-piece costume ($29.99), which features a skirt designed to look like a flowing mermaid tail and a top covered in scales and sequins. They can also collect treasure with Ariel’s Found Treasure set ($19.99), which includes a spyglass, a compass, and a Dinglehopper! The set also has a bag and a detachable key ring, so kids can store all their treasures.

Kids can be the most powerful mermaid, or merman, in the sea with King Triton's Trident! | Source: Jakks Pacific

Ariel's voice is trapped inside the Singing Seashell Necklace! | Source: Jakks Pacific

If kids don’t want to play the role of Ariel, they can play as King Triton or Ursula with the trident and seashell necklace toys. Kids can wave King Triton’s All-Powerful Trident ($19.99) to activate lights and sounds inspired by the movie or press the button on the Singing Seashell Necklace ($9.99) to hear Ariel’s voice trapped inside!
Ariel is ready to go on underwater adventures! | Source: Jakks Pacific

Finally, kids can sing and play sling with Ariel with the Under the Sea Exploring Ariel Doll ($44.99). The Ariel doll sings “Part of Your World” while her tail lights up and talks and sings when kids place her in water. The doll also comes with a Dinglehopper, a seashell, and four hair clips.

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According to Sebastian, life is better down where it’s wetter, but kids under the sea don’t get these awesome new toys from Jakks Pacific!

The Most Sensational Toys of Spring on ABC World News Now

Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined ABC World News Now to show off the best toys for outdoor fun and long road trips this spring. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

LEARNING FRIENDS 100 WORDS BOOK

Kids can touch each picture to hear the animal friends say toddler-appropriate words, along with facts and sound effects. In Fun Sounds Mode, kids can touch the light-up star button to hear two learning songs.

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  • $19.99
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MINDFUL MAZE GARDEN PACK

These two double-sided boards cover four nature-themed breath patterns. Kids can use a finger to follow the breathing tracks or add multisensory elements to extend the fun, like pompoms or beans. While they follow the maze, they will learn different breathing techniques that encourage mindfulness, self soothing, and self-management skills.

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  • Age:
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DASH KIDS TRAVEL DRAWING KIT

Dash is the kids drawing kit that’s perfect during travel — long car rides, road trips, and airplane flights are instantly better. The whole family can enjoy playing 5 in a Row, Dots & Boxes, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Search & Find while on the road. Kids can use the included stylus or even a fingernail to…

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  • Age:
  • 4+

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CRAFT-TASTIC NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT JOURNAL

Experience the magic of nature with Scavenger Hunt Journal! Kids can go outside and collect natural ingredients, then add them to their journal using stickers. The journal has 32 pages full of nature-inspired fun to get kids out exploring nature. Kids can look around nature for the materials to fill their journals, and learn a…

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JOHN DEERE BUBBLE ‘N GO MOWER

Kids pretend they are working in the yard just like grown-ups with this officially licensed John Deere bubble mower that features mechanical gear sounds and rugged tires. Kids will enjoy a stream of bubbles as they push the mower. The machine comes with a 4-oz bottle of bubble solution.

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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WADDLE HIP HOPPERS

Waddle Hip Hoppers are hoppers for ultimate bouncing fun! Kids can bounce around the lawn or room, joust with friends, enter wacky races, toss around for a crazy game of catch, or just use it as a seat in the sun. These colorful, large hoppers help kids develop balance and control, supporting up to 250…

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  • 5+

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LEARNING FRIENDS 100 WORDS BOOK

Kids can touch each picture to hear the animal friends say toddler-appropriate words, along with facts and sound effects. In Fun Sounds Mode, kids can touch the light-up star button to hear two learning songs.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 18 MOS+

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MINDFUL MAZE GARDEN PACK

These two double-sided boards cover four nature-themed breath patterns. Kids can use a finger to follow the breathing tracks or add multisensory elements to extend the fun, like pompoms or beans. While they follow the maze, they will learn different breathing techniques that encourage mindfulness, self soothing, and self-management skills.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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DASH KIDS TRAVEL DRAWING KIT

Dash is the kids drawing kit that’s perfect during travel — long car rides, road trips, and airplane flights are instantly better. The whole family can enjoy playing 5 in a Row, Dots & Boxes, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Search & Find while on the road. Kids can use the included stylus or even a fingernail to…

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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CRAFT-TASTIC NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT JOURNAL

Experience the magic of nature with Scavenger Hunt Journal! Kids can go outside and collect natural ingredients, then add them to their journal using stickers. The journal has 32 pages full of nature-inspired fun to get kids out exploring nature. Kids can look around nature for the materials to fill their journals, and learn a…

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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JOHN DEERE BUBBLE ‘N GO MOWER

Kids pretend they are working in the yard just like grown-ups with this officially licensed John Deere bubble mower that features mechanical gear sounds and rugged tires. Kids will enjoy a stream of bubbles as they push the mower. The machine comes with a 4-oz bottle of bubble solution.

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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WADDLE HIP HOPPERS

Waddle Hip Hoppers are hoppers for ultimate bouncing fun! Kids can bounce around the lawn or room, joust with friends, enter wacky races, toss around for a crazy game of catch, or just use it as a seat in the sun. These colorful, large hoppers help kids develop balance and control, supporting up to 250…

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Eco-Friendly Toys on KING-TV

Toy Insider Senior Editor Jackie Cucco joined KING-TV in Seattle to show off the best new environmentally-friendly toys for kids to celebrate Earth Day. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

BABY GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Sourced from 100% recycled materials, each of these plush friends is crafted with recycled plush and fill and comes in sustainable packaging. Choose from Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy.

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  • 0+

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CRY BABIES LITTLE CHANGERS

Each 1.18-inch doll comes in a flower capsule that opens to a personalized world with surprises to uncover and four activations specific to each character. Kids can use water to reveal a hidden flower. There are six characters to collect. This eco-friendly collection is made from plant-based materials.

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  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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WILTOPIA: TROPICAL JUNGLE PLAYGROUND

Discover Wiltopia’s first eco-friendly product consisting of, on average, more than 80% sustainable materials. There’s plenty of action for young explorers at the jungle playground. The fruits of the trees can be harvested and rolled down the ball track. Includes a viewing platform, a kid’s swing, a climbing net, a target for archery, and a…

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  • Age:
  • 6+

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SOLAR RACE CAR

This sleek, compact race car harnesses the energy from the sun to power an electric motor. With only 22 parts and an easy, snap-together design, kids only need a pair of diagonal cutters to assemble the car.

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  • Age:
  • 8+

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Top Toys for Earth Day on FOX 2 San Francisco

Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined FOX 2 in San Francisco to show off the best toys for kids to learn about environmentalism and have a lot of fun in the process. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best gifts of the season, be sure to check out The Toy Insider’s Spring and Summer Gift Guide.

SOLAR RACE CAR

This sleek, compact race car harnesses the energy from the sun to power an electric motor. With only 22 parts and an easy, snap-together design, kids only need a pair of diagonal cutters to assemble the car.

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  • Age:
  • 8+

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LEGO CITY RECYCLING TRUCK

Caring for the environment is fun with this LEGO City Recycling Truck building set complete with a recycling center setting. Kids can activate the tipping platform to empty the recycling containers into the truck and raise the truck's flatbed for offloading. Includes three minifigures.

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  • $29.99; $39.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 5+

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CRAFT-TASTIC NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT JOURNAL

Experience the magic of nature with Scavenger Hunt Journal! Kids can go outside and collect natural ingredients, then add them to their journal using stickers. The journal has 32 pages full of nature-inspired fun to get kids out exploring nature. Kids can look around nature for the materials to fill their journals, and learn a…

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC BUTTERFLY GROWING KIT

Kids can build the perfect butterfly habitat in the included mesh enclosure with see-through lid! Kids can decorate the feeder with the included stickers, and get ready to watch one of nature's most exciting metamorphoses. With this kit, kids will receive a voucher for five baby caterpillars. Kids can see nature in action as the…

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  • Age:
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MATCHBOX MBX ELECTRIC DRIVERS 12-PACK VEHICLES

The pack includes 12 Matchbox vehicles, all recreations of electric powered cars and trucks. Comes in plastic-free, fully recyclable packaging including an at home compostable inner tray. Made from recycled zinc.

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  • Age:
  • 3+

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RUBIK’S RE-CUBE

Sourced from 100% recycled ABS plastic and packaged in 100% recycled cardboard, the new Re-Cube brings eco-friendly sustainability to the classic game that is challenging and perfectly sized for travel.

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  • Age:
  • 8+

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PlayMonster’s Craft-Tastic Nature Scavenger Hunt Journal Takes the Fun Outside

Spring: There’s no better season for kids to lose themselves in all the beauties Mother Nature has to offer. PlayMonster’s Craft-Tastic Nature Scavenger Hunt Journal gives just the opportunity to get kids ages 6 and up out of the house and into an exploratory journey of the outdoors. 

The journal is quite simple. For $19.99, it offers 32 fun-filled pages of scavenger hunts, creative writing prompts, and activities inspired by everything flora and fauna. From sketching the world around them to gathering tiny bits of nature that they can find in their own backyard, there’s enough material in the Nature Scavenger Hunt Journal to keep kids occupied and engaged throughout the entire season. 

The most fun part about the journal is the adventuring aspect. Each scavenger hunt page challenges kids to find different things in nature and sticker them onto their respective slot. For example, one slot says “Red.” The kid’s mission for the next hour will be to find the most eye-catching leaf, flower, or anything else that’s red and small enough to fit on the page. Scavenger hunt slot prompts can be anything from texture (“Fuzzy”) to quality (“Broken”).  
Craft-Tastic Nature Scavenger Hunt Journal packaging | Source: PlayMonster
Craft-Tastic Nature Scavenger Hunt Journal stickers and activity pages | Source: PlayMonster

Plus, there are tons of stickers! Who doesn’t love stickers? The Craft-Tastic Nature Scavenger Hunt Journal comes with a whopping 521 different stickers that feature everything from birds to leaves, and so much more. Each page of stickers gives kids visual suggestions on what part of the journal that set of stickers would go well with. Some of the stickers help attach kids’ nature finds to the pages, while others help keep track of the things kids see in the world around them.

Not only are these stickers great for decorating and interacting with the journal, but they’re also perfect for any other decorating occasion your little one’s heart desires: notebooks, book bags, electronics — you name it!

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Spending time outside is crucial to kids’ development, but The Craft-Tastic Nature Scavenger Hunt Journal doesn’t just help kids enjoy the pleasure of nature — it also develops their observational skills by challenging them to look out for all details of life.

Getting your kids off the couch and away from screens takes engaging activities that unlock their exploratory side. The Craft-Tastic Nature Scavenger Hunt offers a bountiful amount of nature adventures and creative activities that are just what your kid might need to discover their next memorable outdoor experience. 

CRAFT-TASTIC NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT JOURNAL

Experience the magic of nature with Scavenger Hunt Journal! Kids can go outside and collect natural ingredients, then add them to their journal using stickers. The journal has 32 pages full of nature-inspired fun to get kids out exploring nature. Kids can look around nature for the materials to fill their journals, and learn a…

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Move Your Body to Bluey’s New Album This Weekend

Time for a dance party for the whole family — for real life!

The new Bluey album, Bluey: Dance Mode, dropped today just in time for some fun with the kids this weekend. Joff Bush, lead composer for the TV series, worked with a crew of musicians, co-writers, and collaborators to bring fans 17 new recordings inspired by songs from all three seasons of the animated show.
Rain (Boldly in the Pretend) official music video | Source: BBC Studios

The first half of the album includes fun and silly songs like “Cat Squad,” “Chattermax,” and “Lollipop Yum Yum Yum,” while the second half features sentimental tunes such as “Rain (Boldly in the Pretend”), “The Gnome Song,” “Rainbow,” and “It Was Yesterday.” Kids can dance along to the whistles and banjos highlighted in “Grandad,” as well as the album’s upbeat, EDM-style title track, “Dance Mode.” 

There are also official music videos for “Dance Mode,” “Rain (Boldly in the Pretend”), and “Cat Squad,” which offer a behind-the-scenes look at the music team.

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The album is available now on CD, orange vinyl, and streaming services worldwide. In celebration of Record Store Day (RSD), Bluey: Dance Mode will be exclusively available on a zoetrope vinyl picture disc in select participating RSD stores on Saturday, April 22. The playful zoetrope effect on side A displays the Bluey and family each individually dancing along.

Great Toys for Earth Day on My PHL 17

Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined My PHL 17 in Philadelphia to show off new toys that are great for playtime and great for the planet. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best gifts of the season, be sure to check out The Toy Insider’s Spring and Summer Gift Guide.

MESSAGE FROM THE PLANET

These animal-shaped plushies feature 100% recycled materials and a comic-style graphic that promotes eco-friendly messaging. Each one is made with recycled water bottles, and there are six different animal styles available.

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  • $21.99
  • Age:
  • 0+

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GARDENING TOOL SET

This set comes with a shovel, a trowel, a rake, and a watering can made with sustainable bamboo and long-lasting metal for little gardeners. It also includes two bamboo labels so kids can mark what they planted.

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  • Age:
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CRAFT-TASTIC NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT JOURNAL

Experience the magic of nature with Scavenger Hunt Journal! Kids can go outside and collect natural ingredients, then add them to their journal using stickers. The journal has 32 pages full of nature-inspired fun to get kids out exploring nature. Kids can look around nature for the materials to fill their journals, and learn a…

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LEGO CITY RECYCLING TRUCK

Caring for the environment is fun with this LEGO City Recycling Truck building set complete with a recycling center setting. Kids can activate the tipping platform to empty the recycling containers into the truck and raise the truck's flatbed for offloading. Includes three minifigures.

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Toys for Kids to Celebrate Earth Day on Good Day Philadelphia

Toy Insider Senior Editor Jackie Cucco joined Good Day Philadelphia to show off the best eco-friendly toys of the spring. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

BABY GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Sourced from 100% recycled materials, each of these plush friends is crafted with recycled plush and fill and comes in sustainable packaging. Choose from Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy.

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  • MSRP:
  • $20
  • Age:
  • 0+

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HEY CLAY – ECO CARS

Eco cars are the future, helping cars operate in a more fuel-efficient manner. Kids can get hands-on to mold their own eco cars out of clay with this set. Pick one of the Eco Cars — Oxy, Hydro, or Ion. Then, follow along with the interactive 3D step-by-step instructions to masterfully mold it onto one…

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  • $14.95
  • Age:
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SOLAR RACE CAR

This sleek, compact race car harnesses the energy from the sun to power an electric motor. With only 22 parts and an easy, snap-together design, kids only need a pair of diagonal cutters to assemble the car.

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  • $15.95
  • Age:
  • 8+

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WILTOPIA: TROPICAL JUNGLE PLAYGROUND

Discover Wiltopia’s first eco-friendly product consisting of, on average, more than 80% sustainable materials. There’s plenty of action for young explorers at the jungle playground. The fruits of the trees can be harvested and rolled down the ball track. Includes a viewing platform, a kid’s swing, a climbing net, a target for archery, and a…

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SNAP CIRCUITS GREEN ENERGY

Kids can make their own real-working circuits and learn the basics of electronics and alternative energy with this set. With more than 45 parts and 125 projects to explore, kids will gain knowledge about clean energy concepts, including the science behind electric cars, windmills, and hand-generated power.

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  • Age:
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Corso’s Cookies Color-A-Treat Bundle Combines Snack Time and Reading

Coloring, eating cookies, and reading are three of the best pastimes for any kid. With the Color-A-Treat Bundle from Corso’s Cookies, kids can do all three at once!

The Color-A-Treat Bundle comes with everything kids need to have sweet reading time. The highlight of the set is The Corso’s Kids and the Secret of the Magic Spoon, a rhyming fairytale picture book in which the sisters Giorgia, Marlie, and Zoey help their mom run the family bakery when they are taken on a fantastical adventure. 
The set includes a book and 16 cookies to decorate! | Source: Corso’s Cookies

Along with the book, kids can get a box of 16 cookies and six markers with edible ink. The cookies are topped with white frosting and black outlines of characters for kids to color in. There are seven designs that kids can color on. The Secret of the Magic Spoon kit features coloring cookies based on the characters from the book, but other designs include dinosaurs, fairytale creatures, birthday monsters, and more! 

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The Color-A-Treat Bundle is available at corsoscookies.com for $46.98. Although we wouldn’t recommend that kids eat all of their newly designed cookies at once, they can definitely go wild coloring them!

Eco-Friendly Toys for Earth Day on NBC Boston’s The Hub Today

Toy Insider Parent and Contributing Editor Charlene DeLoach joined The Hub Today on NBC in Boston to show off toys that are great for playtime and great for the planet. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

SOLAR RACE CAR

This sleek, compact race car harnesses the energy from the sun to power an electric motor. With only 22 parts and an easy, snap-together design, kids only need a pair of diagonal cutters to assemble the car.

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  • MSRP:
  • $15.95
  • Age:
  • 8+

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BABY GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Sourced from 100% recycled materials, each of these plush friends is crafted with recycled plush and fill and comes in sustainable packaging. Choose from Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy.

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  • MSRP:
  • $20
  • Age:
  • 0+

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CRAFT-TASTIC NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT JOURNAL

Experience the magic of nature with Scavenger Hunt Journal! Kids can go outside and collect natural ingredients, then add them to their journal using stickers. The journal has 32 pages full of nature-inspired fun to get kids out exploring nature. Kids can look around nature for the materials to fill their journals, and learn a…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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SNAP CIRCUITS GREEN ENERGY

Kids can make their own real-working circuits and learn the basics of electronics and alternative energy with this set. With more than 45 parts and 125 projects to explore, kids will gain knowledge about clean energy concepts, including the science behind electric cars, windmills, and hand-generated power.

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  • $104.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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RUBIK’S RE-CUBE

Sourced from 100% recycled ABS plastic and packaged in 100% recycled cardboard, the new Re-Cube brings eco-friendly sustainability to the classic game that is challenging and perfectly sized for travel.

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  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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SCRIBBLE N PLAY CREATIVITY KIT

Scribble n' Play is a reusable kids' drawing tablet that is great at helping kids discover their creativity. A mess free alternative to scratch arts and crafts, the Scribble n' Play includes a long-lasting battery to remove the mess of plugs and chargers. This kids' drawing tablet features the revolutionary Colorburst display that lets kids…

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  • $34.99
  • Age:
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PUMA’s New Miraculous Apparel, Footwear Collection Will Inspire Kids to Unleash their Own Superpowers

Now kids can transform alongside Ladybug and Cat Noir with a new wardrobe inspired by their favorite Parisian superhero duo. 

PUMA and ZAG Heroez collaborated to debut a new apparel and footwear collection for kids and teens based on the animated series Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir. 

Miraculous follows two teenagers who transform into superheroes to protect their city from evil villains. The PUMA x Miraculous collection draws from the series to offer activewear with authentic graphics inspired by the series. The clothing is designed with function plus fashion in mind so kids can be comfortable yet stylish while embarking on new adventures. The assortment of tops, leggings, shorts, skirts, and caps feature both PUMA and Miraculous logos.

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Ladybug and Cat Noir are each featured on RS-X sneaker models inspired by their own dynamic and unique superhero personas. Other footwear options include Slipstream, Rider FV, and Popcat. 

This launch rolls out ahead of the animated feature, Ladybug and Cat Noir: The Movie, which is set to release later this year. The PUMA x Miraculous collection is available starting this Friday, April 21, from PUMA stores, PUMA.com, and other select retailers.

This Mix-and-Match Art Set Brings Diversity to the Playroom

PlayMonster is the latest company to incorporate diverse and inclusive toy offerings with its new Fashion Plates line. The Fashion Faces mix-and-match art set comes in a variety of skin tones, facial features, and hairstyles that mirror the diversity of real people.
Kids can create up to 64 different looks. | Source: PlayMonster

Fashionistas ages 6 and up can put paper over the kit’s face plates and rub with an included crayon to reveal different mix-and-match backgrounds and faces. The set includes four double-sided face plates and four double-sided outer plates that kids can combine to create up to 64 looks! Kids can then use the six included coloring sticks to color and blend the image, just like makeup. After that, young designers can put on the finishing touches with more than 200 stickers and a stencil for small details.

The kit also comes with a tablet frame that holds the fashion plates, a crayon holder, 20 sheets of paper, and a carrying tote.The Fashion Faces art kit is available now at playmonster.com and on Amazon for $24.99.

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With the inclusive styling of Fashion Faces, every kid can see themselves reflected in the faces they create by designing them to match who they are, or people who they know and admire!

PLAYMONSTER FASHION FACES

The Fashion Faces mix-and-match art set comes in a variety of skin tones, facial features, and hairstyles that mirror the diversity of real people. Kids can create up to 64 different looks!

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‘Gabby’s Dollhouse’ Finds a New Home at Nick Jr.

Gabby’s Dollhouse is making its way to traditional TV! The DreamWorks series full of fun for preschoolers everywhere was originally created for Netflix, but will now air on the Nick Jr. channel.

The series features a hybrid of live-action and animated content, starring Gabby and her cat friends. Kids can follow Gabby as she goes on fantastic adventures, helps others, and learns some lessons along the way. The series stars Laila Lockhart Kraner and features a number of voice talents that kids who love cartoons will recognize. 
The series centers on Gabby and her adorable cat friends. | Source: Nick Jr. YouTube Channel

The first episode of Gabby’s Dollhouse to premiere on Nick Jr. is “Spaceship,” featuring a spaceship with a sleeping CatRat inside. Gabby and her friends will need to work together to get the ship back before Floyd can grab it! The episode will drop on Monday, May 1 at 8 p.m. EST. After this, the full first season of episodes will continue to release for three weeks, Monday through Thursday, on the channel.

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Gabby’s Dollhouse prides itself on encouraging viewers to learn from mistakes and be adaptable. The show was a hit with young kids when it was first released on Netflix, and already has toys, apparel, and more for any little fan to enjoy. Catch the premiere of Gabby’s Dollhouse on linear TV this May!

‘Frog and Toad’ Leaps on to Apple TV+ This Month

Arnold Lobel’s whimsical amphibians are finally getting their TV debut! Starting on April 28, Frog and Toad are leaping from the pond and into a new Apple TV+ animated series produced by Titmouse. Inspired by the beloved book series of the same name, Frog and Toad joins Apple TV+’s  slate of kids and family programs like El Deafo, Lovely Little Farm, Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, and Stillwater. 
Frog and Toad official trailer | Source: Apple TV+/YouTube

Much like in the original book series, the story of the new show follows Frog and Toad as they discover how the differences between them are what actually make their friendship unique. The Connors’ Kevin Michael Richardson and The Simpsons’ Nat Faxon will offer their vocal talents as the titular roles of Frog and Toad respectively. 

The star-studded cast doesn’t stop there! Ron Funches, Fortune Feimster, Cole Escola, and Aparna Nancherla are also slated to make vocal appearances in the upcoming Apple TV+ original. 

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Catch up with everyone’s childhood amphibian pals when Frog and Toad hits Apple TV+ on Friday, April 28. Sign up for Apple TV+ streaming service for $6.99 a month.

Toys for a Fun Family Game Night on Suncoast Live

Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined Suncoast Live on ABC in Sarasota to show off the best games to make family game night the best night of the week. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

POP UP MARIO

In this Super Mario Bros.-inspired game, players take turns sliding paddles into Mario’s pipe. When a player picks the correct slot to insert their paddle, Mario will bounce out of the pipe and that player wins the game.

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  • $15.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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CINDERELLA

Players must work together to gather Cinderella's clothing on time for the ball. To win the game, players need to use their memory and observation skills. Flip the tiles and remember where the pieces of clothing are to beat the clock. All pieces are made of recyclable cardboard. The game takes all the main elements…

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  • $19.95
  • Age:
  • 4+

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THE MAGICAL WORLD OF DISNEY TRIVIA GAME

Players can travel through 100 years of Disney history with 2,000 trivia questions. The golden game pawns are hand-sculpted, scaled representations of fan-favorite characters.

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  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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HEDBANZ

Ask “yes” or “no” questions before time runs out to figure out if the cartoon card on your headband is an animal, food or object. The Hedbanz categories are simple (animal, food or object), allowing everyone, even young children to join in on the family fun! Racing against the timer, each round moves quickly, ramping up…

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  • $15.99
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  • 6+

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BOUNCE OUT POP OFF

Get 'em in or watch 'em fly with the Bounce-Off Pop-Out fast-paced party game that's great fun for everyone! Grab a challenge card, set the timer and press start, but the players better get ready! Players can match the pattern on the challenge card to win and keep the challenge card for a point.

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 7+

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INSERT CARD HERE

In this card game, kids can insert a card between two other cards — one that’s lower in value and one that’s higher. Things move fast as the players quickly change the high and low cards and introduce wild and reverse cards into the gameplay. The first player to play all their cards wins the…

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  • $12.95
  • Age:
  • 8+

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KODAK PUZZLES

Kids can discover beautiful scenery with Kodak Puzzles. With the 1000 Piece Puzzle, kids can experience the rich, true colors. The jigsaw puzzle is made with European blue puzzle board and cut into uniquely shaped pieces for added fun and enjoyment. The 500 Piece Illuminated Jigsaw Puzzle lights up with 20 LEDs.

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  • $29.95; $9.97-14.97 CAD
  • Age:
  • 10+

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EXIT: THE LORD OF THE RINGS — SHADOWS OVER MIDDLE-EARTH

An all-new EXIT: The Game title follows an exciting storyline in this beloved franchise. Middle-earth is in grave danger. Frodo and the Fellowship are on their way to Mordor to destroy the One Ring, but they need help! Players must make haste and carry out Gandalf's secret assignments in order to buy Frodo enough time…

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  • $19.95; $28.00 CAD
  • Age:
  • 10+

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POP UP MARIO

In this Super Mario Bros.-inspired game, players take turns sliding paddles into Mario’s pipe. When a player picks the correct slot to insert their paddle, Mario will bounce out of the pipe and that player wins the game.

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  • $15.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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CINDERELLA

Players must work together to gather Cinderella's clothing on time for the ball. To win the game, players need to use their memory and observation skills. Flip the tiles and remember where the pieces of clothing are to beat the clock. All pieces are made of recyclable cardboard. The game takes all the main elements…

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  • $19.95
  • Age:
  • 4+

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THE MAGICAL WORLD OF DISNEY TRIVIA GAME

Players can travel through 100 years of Disney history with 2,000 trivia questions. The golden game pawns are hand-sculpted, scaled representations of fan-favorite characters.

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  • MSRP:
  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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HEDBANZ

Ask “yes” or “no” questions before time runs out to figure out if the cartoon card on your headband is an animal, food or object. The Hedbanz categories are simple (animal, food or object), allowing everyone, even young children to join in on the family fun! Racing against the timer, each round moves quickly, ramping up…

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  • $15.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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BOUNCE OUT POP OFF

Get 'em in or watch 'em fly with the Bounce-Off Pop-Out fast-paced party game that's great fun for everyone! Grab a challenge card, set the timer and press start, but the players better get ready! Players can match the pattern on the challenge card to win and keep the challenge card for a point.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 7+

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INSERT CARD HERE

In this card game, kids can insert a card between two other cards — one that’s lower in value and one that’s higher. Things move fast as the players quickly change the high and low cards and introduce wild and reverse cards into the gameplay. The first player to play all their cards wins the…

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  • MSRP:
  • $12.95
  • Age:
  • 8+

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KODAK PREMIUM PUZZLES 1000-PIECE

Kodak Premium Puzzles feature richer, truer, brighter colors. Mounted on a premium European puzzle board, these puzzles feature 1,000 pieces and are 20 inches by 27 inches when complete. The Kodak 50's Diner Jigsaw Puzzle pays tribute to the classic diner that parents remember. The ?Kodak New Hampshire Jigsaw Puzzle features a photograph taken in…

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  • $9.99 each
  • Age:
  • 8+

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EXIT: THE GAME

This party game brings home the fun of the escape the room trend. Players must solve a series of riddles and puzzles that are unique to the different versions of the game, including Abandoned Cabin, Secret Lab, and Pharaoh's Tomb.

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  • 14.95
  • Age:
  • 12+

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YuMe’s Disney100 Surprise Capsules Are Stuffed with Unboxing Fun

Surprise toys have all the best elements of play: the anticipation of unwrapping an unknown toy, the mystery as kids try to guess what’s inside, and the ability for kids to build up a collection their friends will be jealous of. YuMe’s Disney100 Surprise Capsules have all of that, plus a nostalgic twist. 

Designed for kids ages 3 and up, each capsule features an iconic Disney character and accessories that kids can display using the packaging and the included backdrop.Going with Disney’s platinum theme for its 100th anniversary celebration, the capsules are decked out in silver. To start opening the capsules, kids just need to peel back the plastic and get started! There are three panels on the outside of the capsule. Behind each capsule is a clue that gives a hint as to which character is inside. The first door has a card that kids need to use a coin to scratch off, while the next has a card that kids use their hands to heat activate and reveal a new clue. Under the third door, kids will find a sticker of the character and the bottom of the included backdrop. Kids can put the sticker on the designated spot on the packaging or use it wherever they want. 
Kids can find 14 possible characters in the capsules! | Source: YuMe

Once kids open the packaging, there are three bags to open. The first two bags are accessories, while the third holds the figure. Some of the sets have a stand to make the characters stand up inside, but not all of them do. The backdrop for the diorama is also inside. Once kids finally reveal the characters, they can set up the backdrop in the silver packaging and display their character inside!

Kids will find excitement in the process of figuring out which character they have in their surprise capsule. They could even guess what character they have before the final reveal! However, parents may want to keep a trash can nearby as kids unwrap plastic and rip open surprise bags. 

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There are 14 characters to collect in Series 1: Mickey Mouse, Alice in Wonderland, Moana, Simba, Stitch, Tinker Bell, Pinocchio, Dory, Woody, Olaf, Sully, Snow White, and two rare variants of Mickey Mouse and Tinker Bell that are silver.

I got four YuMe Disney100 Surprise Capsules. In my lineup I received Simba, two regular Tinker Bells, and the rare Tinker Bell. The characters are super-detailed and come with the cutest accessories (Tinker Bell comes with a thimble and thread, and Simba comes with Zazu and a grub on a leaf). However, Simba doesn’t like to stand up. The Tinker Bell figures come with a stand to keep them upright, but Simba doesn’t. 

The collection is great for kids and collectors alike. Everybody’s going to want to collect all 14 figures!

Eco-Friendly Toys for Earth Day on PIX 11

Toy Insider Senior Editor Madeleine Buckley joined PIX 11 in New York to show off toys that are great for playtime and great for the planet. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best gifts of the season, be sure to check out The Toy Insider’s Spring and Summer Gift Guide.

LEGO CITY RECYCLING TRUCK

Caring for the environment is fun with this LEGO City Recycling Truck building set complete with a recycling center setting. Kids can activate the tipping platform to empty the recycling containers into the truck and raise the truck's flatbed for offloading. Includes three minifigures.

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  • Age:
  • 5+

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CRAFT-TASTIC NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT JOURNAL

Experience the magic of nature with Scavenger Hunt Journal! Kids can go outside and collect natural ingredients, then add them to their journal using stickers. The journal has 32 pages full of nature-inspired fun to get kids out exploring nature. Kids can look around nature for the materials to fill their journals, and learn a…

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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KODAK PREMIUM PUZZLES 1000-PIECE

Kodak Premium Puzzles feature richer, truer, brighter colors. Mounted on a premium European puzzle board, these puzzles feature 1,000 pieces and are 20 inches by 27 inches when complete. The Kodak 50's Diner Jigsaw Puzzle pays tribute to the classic diner that parents remember. The ?Kodak New Hampshire Jigsaw Puzzle features a photograph taken in…

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  • $9.99 each
  • Age:
  • 8+

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BABY GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Sourced from 100% recycled materials, each of these plush friends is crafted with recycled plush and fill and comes in sustainable packaging. Choose from Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy.

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  • $20
  • Age:
  • 0+

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC BUTTERFLY GROWING KIT

Kids can build the perfect butterfly habitat in the included mesh enclosure with see-through lid! Kids can decorate the feeder with the included stickers, and get ready to watch one of nature's most exciting metamorphoses. With this kit, kids will receive a voucher for five baby caterpillars. Kids can see nature in action as the…

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  • $16.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SOLAR RACE CAR

This sleek, compact race car harnesses the energy from the sun to power an electric motor. With only 22 parts and an easy, snap-together design, kids only need a pair of diagonal cutters to assemble the car.

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  • $15.95
  • Age:
  • 8+

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Kids Can Celebrate Earth Day with Lorax Books, Plush, and Activities

Earth Day is the Lorax’s favorite time of the year and it’s his mission to make it kids’ favorite time, too!

Kids can gear up for the big day by reading the Lorax books, including The Lorax, 101 Ways to Help the Earth with Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax, Let’s Go to the Beach with Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax, and more! Each book explores conservation, how kids can help take care of the environment, recycling, and other topics.
This plush Lorax is almost a foot tall! | Source: Aurora Gifts

While kids are reading up on the Lorax, they can also snuggle up with Aurora’s plush version of the character. The 11-inch plush Lorax features the iconic, fluffy orange Dr. Seuss character holding the world out in front of him. The plush Lorax is available for $17.59 at auroragift.com.

Seussville also has a lineup of fun Lorax-themed activities for kids to do with supplies they already have in the house or backyard. For example, kids can create their own theater in the backyard using blankets, sleeping bags, flashlights, and even a home projector to play The Lorax movie or read the book aloud in the backyard at night. 

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If kids are feeling more crafty, they can turn the bottom of an empty milk jug into a planter and decorate it with scrap paper or turn rocks into paperweights, bookends, and more! To check out all the activities Seussville has to offer, check out seussville.com.

Sit a Spell with New Adorable Anirollz Plush

Kids can get a plush friend that can sit right by their side for bedtime, sleepovers, and more!

These new Anirollz plush characters are the first Anirollz to feature a sitting pose. The plush characters are adorably travel-sized at 6 inches tall and feature animal characters ready to be every kid’s new best buddy. Whether a kid loves puppies, kittens, or pandas, there’s a friend for them!

Puppiroll | Source: Anirollz

Kittiroll | Source: Anirollz

Pandaroll | Source: Anirollz

Puppiroll is ready to play some music on a guitar and has a spot pattern behind their eye, the very pink Kitiroll is holding a huge strawberry, and Pandaroll has found a marshmallow and has gotten to roasting it. Each character is stuffed with polyester filling and is stitched to last.

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If a kid falls in love with any of the animal characters, there’s plenty more at Anirollz for them to get. The Anirollz Plush Pouches feature Pandaroll, Kittiroll, and Puppiroll, as well as the red Foxiroll. Each of the three characters featured in the Sitting Plush collection also has its own gift bundle, with the Puppiroll Gift Bundle, Kittiroll Gift Bundle, and Pandaroll Gift Bundle bundle ready to make sure every kid can have a full collection of their favorite. These are just a few of the many adorable plush options Anirollz has at the ready!

Get the new 6-inch Small Sitting Plush now at the Anirollz website and other retailers. Kids can have a cute little buddy to keep them constant company with these animal characters.

ANIROLLZ SMALL SITTING PLUSH

Kids will never want these 6-inch plush animals to leave once they have a seat next to them! This Anirollz plush line features a puppy playing guitar, a panda having a roasted marshmallow, and a kitty holding a strawberry.

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  • Age:
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Celebrate the Planet Every Day with Earth Day Tonies

Tonies audio figures are jumping into conservation for Earth Day with three new Tonies figures: Pammee and Yoohoo from Yootoo to the Rescue and Smokey Bear.

Kids can put their Tonies figures on top of a Toniebox (sold separately) to hear songs and audio stories. Each figure features a magnetic base, so kids can easily attach the Tonies for quick listening! There are original Tonies characters and figures inspired by popular movies, TV series, and books.
The Smokey Bear Tonie teaches kids everything about fire safety! | Source: Tonies

The Smokey Bear Tonie teaches kids all about fire safety. With a 55-minute-long tracklist, kids ages 5 and up can meet Smokey Bear, the mascot for U.S. Forest Service. Smokey Bear will teach kids the importance of leaving no trace behind when we spend time in nature, have a dance party with the “Smokey Bear Song,” and go on a three-part investigation of what caused a wildfire. The Smokey Bear Tonie is available for $19.99.

Pammee the Fennec fox takes kids on animal-saving adventure! | Source: Tonies

Yoohoo the Senegal bushbaby takes kids on animal-saving adventure! | Source: Tonies

Kids can join Pammee the fennec fox and Yoohoo the Senegal bushbaby with the Yoohoo to the Rescue Tonies! Neither of these creatures are endangered, but on their adventures to save animals in need around the world, they’ll teach kids ages 3 and up about animals like the critically endangered kakapo bird, extinct-in-the-wild Hawaiian Crows, different versions of rhinos, and the vulnerable snowy owl. The two Tonies, which both have runtimes just under an hour, will also teach kids about frogs, bats, woodpeckers, and other types of common animals. Both Pammee and Yoohoo Tonies are available for $17.99 (sold separately).

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While Tonies is releasing these three Tonies for Earth Day, it has also compiled a selection of other products that are perfect for the day. Some other highlights include Chris and Martin Tonies from Wild Kratts, Octonauts Tonies, and a lineup of stories about animals from National Geographic: Kids. 

Check out the Earth Day collection at us.tonies.com. If kids start learning about the environment when they are young, they learn about how beautiful and important our world is!

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The ‘Yoto’ App Is Bringing Kids Family-Friendly Podcasts

Gone are the days when podcasts were just for true crime junkies and political debaters. Yoto is partnering with AMP Studios to bring exclusive audio content for kids and families to enjoy together on their phones. Yoto’s audio platforms include story cards that kids can play from Yoto devices, including the Yoto Player and the Yoto Mini. Kids could insert their physical story cards into the player and listen away! 

Along with more than 30 podcasts already hosted by kids creators from Yoto’s platfrom, all-new, listen-worthy shows will hit the Yoto App for free. Each month, new content will join the app for kids to listen to without the need of a Yoto Player or a physical story card. 
Promotional Video for Yoto App | Source: Yoto YouTube

AMP Studios podcasts available on the Yoto App include titles like Brains On, Smash Boom Best, Moment of Um, Forever Ago, Million Bazillion, YourClassical Storytime, Julie’s Library, and much more. Parents can download the app to offer their kids hours upon hours of fun-filled audio entertainment from Yoto’s cheerful creators. 

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Looking to get your kid off their phone? Parents can also purchase the Yoto Player ($99) and Yoto Mini ($69) at us.yotoplay.com, along with fun card stories to build up an audio story collection! There are stories for different age ranges so parents can choose what is most appropriate for their kids. 

Toys to Celebrate Earth Day on Great Day Live

Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined Great Day Live in Tampa to show off toys that are eco-friendly and tons of fun. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

BABY GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Sourced from 100% recycled materials, each of these plush friends is crafted with recycled plush and fill and comes in sustainable packaging. Choose from Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy.

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  • $20
  • Age:
  • 0+

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SORT & RECYCLE RIDE-ON TRUCK

Made from 90% reclaimed plastic, little ones can hop on this ride-on truck and learn about recycling and reusing everyday objects. They can sort pieces that represent plastic, metal, and paper into the correct bin and take quizzes that reinforce learning. Made from 90% reclaimed plastic, little ones can hop on this ride-on truck and…

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  • $37.99
  • Age:
  • 18 MOS.+

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HEY CLAY – ECO CARS

Eco cars are the future, helping cars operate in a more fuel-efficient manner. Kids can get hands-on to mold their own eco cars out of clay with this set. Pick one of the Eco Cars — Oxy, Hydro, or Ion. Then, follow along with the interactive 3D step-by-step instructions to masterfully mold it onto one…

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.95
  • Age:
  • 3+

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TONIES PAW PATROL ROCKY

Why trash it when kids can stash it! Get ready to go on an audio adventure with one of the greenest PAW Patrol pups, Rocky! Green means go, so let’s go! This Tonie teaches kids about teamwork, recycling, and friendship.

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  • $17.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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ETCH-A-SKETCH

The classic red-framed drawing toy is shaking things up in 2020 to mark its 60th anniversary. To celebrate the original magic screen, Etch-A-Sketch is teaming up with other iconic brands to unveil a series of limited-edition launches. Featuring Monopoly, NASA, Rubik's Cube, Stan Lee, and diamond-inspired editions. Upcoming special editions include Monopoly and NASA. The…

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LEGO CITY RECYCLING TRUCK

Caring for the environment is fun with this LEGO City Recycling Truck building set complete with a recycling center setting. Kids can activate the tipping platform to empty the recycling containers into the truck and raise the truck's flatbed for offloading. Includes three minifigures.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99; $39.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 5+

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CRAFT-TASTIC NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT JOURNAL

Experience the magic of nature with Scavenger Hunt Journal! Kids can go outside and collect natural ingredients, then add them to their journal using stickers. The journal has 32 pages full of nature-inspired fun to get kids out exploring nature. Kids can look around nature for the materials to fill their journals, and learn a…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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SOLAR RACE CAR

This sleek, compact race car harnesses the energy from the sun to power an electric motor. With only 22 parts and an easy, snap-together design, kids only need a pair of diagonal cutters to assemble the car.

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  • $15.95
  • Age:
  • 8+

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New ‘Bugs Bunny Builders’ Episodes Feature Earth Day Story

Cartoonito is prepping kids for Earth Day this year with new episodes of Bugs Bunny Builders. 

Five new episodes of Bugs Bunny Builders are dropping this week on HBO Max. Each episode features classic Looney Tunes characters teaming up to overcome challenges and build new projects! 
“K-9: Space Puppy” features Daddy and Marvin the Martian’s dog getting into hijinks together! | Source: WarnerMedia

The “Blast Off” episode features Marvin the Martian crash landing in Looneyburg, then hiring the Looney Builders to help get his ship back in action. In “K-9: Space Puppy,” Marvin is back to hire the Looney Builders to build a doghouse for his puppy friend, K-9. However, Daffy Duck becomes quick friends with K-9 and schemes to make playtime last longer. “Cousin Billy” features Daffy’s cousin, Billy, who wants the Looney Builders to make her an art studio, but Daffy keeps trying to show off how cool he is. Finally, the Looney Builders have to create a cheese cafe for the Mouse Sisters in “Cheddar Days,” but Sylvester is too sad to paint his mural.

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“Taz Recycles” is all about characters creating new things out of the old! | Source: WarnerMedia

In “Taz Recycle,” the Looney Builders, including Wile E. Coyote and Daffy, help Taz build a wrecking ball vehicle out of the recycled plastic from Looneyburg. The only problem is, Taz is having a hard time learning how to operate it. 

Check out a clip from “Taz Recycles” below and catch the new episodes on Cartoonito on HBO Max now!

TeeTurtle’s New Plushies Come with a Tote Bag Inside

Kids can carry their favorite things using their newest plushie!

TeeTurtle’s Plushie Tote Bags come with cute plush characters that have a purpose. The Velcro storage pouch on the bottom of the plushie opens up to reveal a patterned tote bag that kids can use to carry toys, books, and more. Kids can then stick the plush character to the shoulder of the bag when it’s in use, so they can come along on any little adventures. When kids are done for the day, they can fold the tote back into their plushie until the next time they need it. Each bag is made from 100% recycled plastic bottles: Eco-friendly has never been so adorable!

Yellow Bees & Honeycomb Tote Bag + Yellow Bee Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Green Gardening Tote Bag + Green Succulent Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Pink Strawberry Cats Tote Bag + Pink Strawberry Cat Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Dark Blue Rainbow Axolotls Tote Bag + Blue (Rainbow Gills) Axolotl Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Dark Red Tabletop Gaming Tote Bag + Red Dragon Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Light Brown Bunnies & Veggies Tote Bag + Light Brown Bunny Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Pink Rainbows Tote Bag + Black Unicorn Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Dark Red Tabletop Gaming Tote Bag + Red Dragon Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

The bags come in 10 fun designs, all with their own plush character and patterns. Whether a kid would like a friendly little succulent, a bunny with some veggies, a blue frog holding the trans pride flag, or other prints, these tote plushie combos are a great accessory for kids and adults. 

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TeeTurtle is known for its adorable stuffed animal offerings, so if kids can’t get enough, there’s plenty more they can choose from. In addition to the tote bags, the company has the ever-popular Reversible Plushies (with different emotions on each side), Plushie Keychains, and more.

Recommended for kids ages 8 and up, the Plushie Tote Bags now at the TeeTurtle website for $20 each. Kids can have the most popular bag at the sleepover with a plush friend at the ready to keep them company!

PLUSHIE TOTE BAG

Dark Red Tabletop Gaming Tote Bag + Red Dragon Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Pink Rainbows Tote Bag + Black Unicorn Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Light Brown Bunnies & Veggies Tote Bag + Light Brown Bunny Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Dark Red Tabletop Gaming Tote Bag + Red Dragon Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Dark Blue Rainbow Axolotls Tote Bag + Blue (Rainbow Gills) Axolotl Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Pink Strawberry Cats Tote Bag + Pink Strawberry Cat Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Green Gardening Tote Bag + Green Succulent Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Yellow Bees & Honeycomb Tote Bag + Yellow Bee Plushie | Source: TeeTurtle

Kids can open the Velcro storage pouch on the bottom of the TeeTurtle plushie to find a matching printed bag, unfold the bag when they have something to carry, and fold it back into the plushie when they're done. Kids can also stick the plush character to the shoulder of the bag when it’s in…

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Have Toys, Will Travel on NBC Boston

Toy Insider Parent and Contributing Editor Charlene DeLoach joined NBC in Boston to show off the best new toys to keep kids entertained on long road trips this spring. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

SLAM WORDS

In this game, players shake the cup and slam it shut to reveal three letters, then quickly find a word that uses the three letters. Pass the cup to the next player who has to find a new word or they are out.

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SPIROGRAPH DOODLE PAD

Create endless Spirograph designs on the LED screens using the gear pieces. Kids can draw on-the-go or at home, then save and display their artwork. When playtime is over, they can push a button to reset the screen and create new designs.

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EXIT: THE LORD OF THE RINGS — SHADOWS OVER MIDDLE-EARTH

An all-new EXIT: The Game title follows an exciting storyline in this beloved franchise. Middle-earth is in grave danger. Frodo and the Fellowship are on their way to Mordor to destroy the One Ring, but they need help! Players must make haste and carry out Gandalf's secret assignments in order to buy Frodo enough time…

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

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LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET

Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.

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LEGO ICONS WILDFLOWER BOUQUET

Crafted entirely from LEGO pieces, the Wildflower Bouquet features eight species of wildflowers on adjustable stems. Budding florists can spend hours building and identifying the blooms inspired by cornflowers, lavender, Welsh poppies, cow parsley, leatherleaf ferns, gerbera daises, larkspur, and lupins. Once complete, these LEGO flowers can be displayed in a vase to become an…

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SLAM WORDS

In this game, players shake the cup and slam it shut to reveal three letters, then quickly find a word that uses the three letters. Pass the cup to the next player who has to find a new word or they are out.

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  • $14.99
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  • 8+

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SPIROGRAPH DOODLE PAD

Create endless Spirograph designs on the LED screens using the gear pieces. Kids can draw on-the-go or at home, then save and display their artwork. When playtime is over, they can push a button to reset the screen and create new designs.

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  • $24.99
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  • 5+

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EXIT: NIGHTFALL MANOR

The old man was well-known for his eerie tales of the dark castle on the edge of the forest. Recently, he set out on his own to find the shadowy lord of the manor, but he hasn't returned. Fearing the worst, you embark on a quest to find him. You must solve a series of…

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

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  • 4+

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LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET

Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.

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LEGO ICONS WILDFLOWER BOUQUET

Crafted entirely from LEGO pieces, the Wildflower Bouquet features eight species of wildflowers on adjustable stems. Budding florists can spend hours building and identifying the blooms inspired by cornflowers, lavender, Welsh poppies, cow parsley, leatherleaf ferns, gerbera daises, larkspur, and lupins. Once complete, these LEGO flowers can be displayed in a vase to become an…

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Ravensburger’s Wooden Puzzles Are Here Just in Time for Earth Day

Ravensburger’s puzzles are known for their gorgeous designs and quality materials. For Earth Day this year, they’re getting an upgrade.

The puzzle company is debuting its first line of sustainable wooden puzzles. The puzzles are designed using ethically sourced wood and have limited plastic packaging so kids and families can feel good about the environment as they puzzle nature scenes and animal designs together. 

Nature Garden Wooden Puzzle | Source: Ravensburger

Jungle Tiger Wooden Puzzle | Source: Ravensburger

Under the Sea Wooden Puzzle | Source: Ravensburger

Fantasy Forest Wooden Puzzle | Source: Ravensburger

So far, there are six nature-themed puzzles in the collection. Nature Garden, Jungle Tiger, Under the Sea, and Fantasy Forest are traditional rectangular puzzles, but the collection also features two unique puzzles. The Mysterious Owl and Colorful Fox puzzles are shaped into the form of an animal rather than a typical rectangle or square, with a white border around them. 

Colorful Fox Wooden Puzzle | Source: Ravensburger

Mysterious Owl Wooden Puzzle | Source: Ravensburger

The puzzle pieces are thicker than normal puzzle pieces, making sure they are extra sturdy so that kids can remake the puzzle over and over again. The new wooden puzzles are available in 150 and 500 counts (designed for kids ages 10 and up, and 14 and up, respectively) and feature unique pieces called Whimsies. Whimsies are cut into shapes that represent the theme of the puzzle. For example, the Under the Sea puzzle may feature a fish-shaped Whimsie. 

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The 150-piece puzzles are available for $29.99 and the 500-piece puzzles are available for $49.99 at specialty retailers across the country. They will also be available on Amazon in the fall.

Barbie Cutie Reveal Dolls Head to the Jungle

Barbie looks good in any outfit — even dressed as a furry animal!

Mattel first launched Barbie Cutie Reveals last year, featuring Barbie dolls dressed in animal costumes with matching mini pets and stylish accessories. The line has since expanded several times to include fantasy animals (think: unicorns) and winter animals like snowy owls and polar bears. The newest series is jungle-themed, featuring Barbie dolls dressed as elephants, tigers, toucans, and monkeys.

Barbie Cutie Reveal Jungle Series | Source: Mattel

Kids can remove the animal head to reveal a Barbie with long, colorful hair. | Source: Mattel

Each Barbie Cutie Reveal doll comes with 10 surprises. | Source: Mattel

Recommended for kids ages 3 and up, each Barbie Cutie Reveal Jungle Series doll comes with 10 surprises inside the capsule. The packaging has a photo of the animal-themed doll inside, so shoppers will know exactly which style they are buying rather than a complete mystery. Kids can remove the plush animal costume to reveal a poseable Barbie doll with long, colorful hair and twinkle-shine shapes on the face.

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Some of the surprise accessories include sunglasses, a skirt or shorts for the doll, a sponge-comb, and a mini pet that matches the doll’s costume. Kids can reverse the plush top into a fleece jacket and flip the costume animal head into a pet bed. There is a color-reveal feature as well: When kids apply ice-cold water to the doll and mini pet, it will give them color-change transformations, like paint on Barbie’s face and “opening and closing” the mini pets eyes, while warm water changes them back for repeat play. 

Each doll is sold separately, available at major retailers for $24.99 each.

BARBIE CUTIE REVEAL JUNGLE SERIES

Kids can unbox 10 surprises with each Barbie Cutie Reveal Jungle Series doll. They can discover a charming Elephant, a lovable Tiger, a bright Toucan, or a cheeky Monkey, then remove the plush costume to reveal a poseable Barbie doll with long, colorful hair.

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Disney Munchlings Are Getting a Street Food Twist

Disney’s yummiest plush toys are coming back for more! 

Disney Munchlings are an adorable collection of food-themed and scented plush toys that fuse classic Disney characters with delicious snacks! The collection debuted last fall with plush baked goods and frozen treats while a fruits and veggies theme hit the scene in January. The latest addition to the Disney Munchlings collection is inspired by street food!
There are seven potential Street Food Munchlings for kids to find, including a mystery one! | Source: Disney

The mini versions of the Street Food Fusion Munchlings are 4-5 inches tall and come in a food truck-shaped blind box! Each Street Food Munchling also comes with an even smaller plush sidekick! There are seven different surprises inside the food trucks: Minnie Mouse Pepperoni Pizza with Parmesan Cheese, Pearl Mochi Beignet Sundae with Sprinkles, Dante Mexican Hot Chocolate with Cinnamon Sugar, Tramp Vegan Bean Roll with Curry Ketchup, Chip and Dale Falafel Pita Pockets with Tzatziki, and a mystery Munchling!

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Each Disney Munchling Street Food plush features a mini friend! | Source: Disney

Each Disney Munchling Street Food plush features a mini friend! | Source: Disney

If the mini Munchlings aren’t enough, kids can also snuggle up with the medium-size Street Food Munchlings. These Munchlings aren’t a part of the blind box set, so kids will know for sure that they are getting the character they want. The medium size Munchlings include 15.75-inch versions of the Chip and Dale Falafel Pita Pockets with Tzatziki and an 18-inch Squirt Concha Bread Ice Cream Sandwich with Coconut Flakes! 

The blind box Street Food Fusion Munchlings are available on shopDisney for $16.99 each and the medium-size plush are $34.99 each. Kids may have to be careful: Being around all of these yummy-smelling plush treats is bound to make them hungry!

DISNEY MUNCHLINGS MYSTERY PLUSH — STREET FOOD FUSION

A whole new cast of Disney friends are reimagined as plush treats and each comes with its own plush sidekick buddy. There are seven pairs of characters in the collection, such as Tramp Vegan Bean Roll with Curry Ketchup, Minnie Mouse Pepperoni Pizza with Parmesan Cheese, Chip or Dale Falafel Pita Pocket and Tzatziki, and…

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Snuggle Up to These Sustainable GUND Cuddle Buddies

It’s never too early to start weaving eco-friendly habits into your kids’ lives, so why not start right away! As we celebrate Earth Day this week, switching small things in your life for more sustainable and planet-serving options might be top of mind, so let’s start by taking a look inside the toy box.

There are plenty of toymakers out there that are doing a lot to move their companies’ production, packaging, and products themselves to be more eco-minded — and Spin Master is really stepping up its game with its Playsponsible initiative. Through this initiative, the company is committed to minimizing the impact of its products and operations on the planet, producing safe, high-quality, and responsibly sourced toys; and leveraging responsible product materials and packaging to provide shoppers with more sustainable options. This is taking place across all of their great brands, from Etch-A-Sketch to Rubik’s Cube to cuddly plush favorite brand GUND.

GUND Sustainably Soft Friends Roise Bunny | Source: Spin Master

GUND Sustainably Soft Friends Bay Puppy | Source: Spin Master

Each Sustainably Soft Friend is made from 10 recycled water bottles. | Source: Spin Master

GUND Sustainably Soft Friends Bay Puppy | Source: Spin Master

GUND Sustainably Soft Friends Bear | Source: Spin Master

GUND Sustainably Soft Friends Bay Puppy | Source: Spin Master

New this year to GUND’s line is the assortment of Sustainably Soft Friends. This collection consists of three snuggly, eco-minded pals: Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy. There is plenty to love about these planet-friendly friends, so let’s first dive into their eco-benefits.

The toys are made from recycled plush and fill, and come with sustainable packaging. Each furry friend is made from 10 recycled plastic bottles, which is great for eco-conscious shoppers picking up something for the newest members of their family or the perfect baby shower gift.

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Aside from being eco-friendly, these plushies are super adorable. Those who are familiar with the GUND legacy will be happy to know that even with recycled materials, these plush are as soft as ever. They are absolutely adorable in their neutral and pastel coloring, and their embroidered features are a soft gray that will make them super trendy for any nursery or playroom. Plus, they each feature a little accessory to add a bit of fashionable flair: Roise Bunny has a hair bow, Clove Bear sports a bow tie, and Bay Puppy is looking sharp with a bandana.

These cute and snuggly, eco-friendly plush make the perfect gift for the newest little ones in your life. Not only can you feel good about gifting babies their new favorite cuddly plush, you can feel good about where that plush is coming from and what it is made of.

BABY GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Sourced from 100% recycled materials, each of these plush friends is crafted with recycled plush and fill and comes in sustainable packaging. Choose from Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy.

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Top Tech Toys for Spring on NBC Chicago

Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined NBC Chicago to show off some great spring toys that are high-tech and high on fun. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

PYXEL A CODER’S BEST FRIEND

Kids can use a tablet to code Pyxel to perform tricks, make sounds, and more. Pyxel and its companion app will help kids learn the basics of two coding languages: Blockly and Python.

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“BATTLE HOG” UNSC WARTHOG

Halo Infinite is the latest epic adventure in the long-standing Halo series, letting players experience a sprawling alien ringworld to give humanity hope once more. The UNSC Warthog is an all-terrain epochal beast that has played a pivotal role in every Halo adventure. This "Battle Hog" version of the UNSC Warthog, is a joint tactical…

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SOLAR RACE CAR

This sleek, compact race car harnesses the energy from the sun to power an electric motor. With only 22 parts and an easy, snap-together design, kids only need a pair of diagonal cutters to assemble the car.

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PUDGY PENGUINS FIGURES 1 PACK WINDOW BOX (S1) + DIGITAL EXPERIENCE REDEMPTION CODE

Adopt your Pudgy Penguins forever friend! Each of these 4.5 inch collectible figures come with interchangeable accessories and a redeemable code, unlocking digital penguin customization using trait boxes. You can obtain rare traits, have a unique Pudgy Penguin registered to your name on the blockchain, and trade traits on the Pudgy Penguin marketplace!

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PYXEL A CODER’S BEST FRIEND

Kids can use a tablet to code Pyxel to perform tricks, make sounds, and more. Pyxel and its companion app will help kids learn the basics of two coding languages: Blockly and Python.

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  • $124.99
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“BATTLE HOG” UNSC WARTHOG

Halo Infinite is the latest epic adventure in the long-standing Halo series, letting players experience a sprawling alien ringworld to give humanity hope once more. The UNSC Warthog is an all-terrain epochal beast that has played a pivotal role in every Halo adventure. This "Battle Hog" version of the UNSC Warthog, is a joint tactical…

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SOLAR RACE CAR

This sleek, compact race car harnesses the energy from the sun to power an electric motor. With only 22 parts and an easy, snap-together design, kids only need a pair of diagonal cutters to assemble the car.

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Edx Education Brings STEM Learning Outside

When most people think of science, they picture indoor labs and scientists who’d rather stay inside than go out. Edx Education is defying stereotypes with its STEM toys that are great for learning both inside and out.
Kids can use their other water toys in the Sand and Water Play Table! | Source: Edx Education

Edx Education’s Sand and Water Play Table looks like it is just a way to keep kids from making a mess with their sand or water toys, but it also is full of learning opportunities. When playing with water, kids can use markers on the sides of the tray to show water displacement. When they add more toys in, the water level rises! They can also explore why some objects of different shapes and sizes float while others don’t. The Sand and Water Play Table is available for $241.95 on Amazon. 
Tactile Shells are perfect for sensory learning! | Source: Edx Education

Kids can also use Edx Education’s line of counters and other accessories to practice math in the Sand and Water Play Table. Kids can add or subtract Tactile Shells, but they also give a great sensory experience. Each shell is a different color and has a different texture, so each shell is a new experience! Tactile shells are available on Amazon for $20.99.
Kids can challenge their friends to obstacle courses with the Step-a-Trail kits! | Source: Edx Education

Kids can also design their own obstacle courses with the Step-a-Trail kits. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers ages 18 months and up, each kit features logs and stumps for kids to arrange into an obstacle course that is perfect for their needs. The obstacles are all non-slip, so adults don’t have to worry about kids falling off of them. Step-a-Trail kits are available on Amazon from $53.66-262.04

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Edx Education also has math toys that encourage counting, shape recognition, color recognition, and more. Whether they’re playing inside or outside, kids will strengthen their minds using Edx Education toys!

Kids Can Collect, Spin, and Battle itCoinz

Every generation of tweens has its collectibles that get traded under desks and out at recess. itCoinz are the next addition to a long line of tradition.

itCoinz are magnetic, palm-size coins from Watchitude that feature fun images basketballs, glitter, fire, and more. Kids ages 10 and up can display itCoinz on lockers at school or refrigerators at home. 

Kids can use each game board to compete for points using itCoinz! | Source: Watchitude

Kids can use each game board to compete for points using itCoinz! | Source: Watchitude

Kids can use each game board to compete for points using itCoinz! | Source: Watchitude

Kids can use each game board to compete for points using itCoinz! | Source: Watchitude

Ids can also use itCoinz for competitions and battles by attaching one to a spinner, pit them against other ItCoinz in a ring, or use one of four game board sets to compete with other kids for points! The competition is simple: Kids just throw their itCoinz at the skee ball, space, or bug-themed game boards to aim for different point groups. Whoever gets the most points wins!

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itCoinz have five levels of rarity! | Source: Watchitude

The line collection also has a fun collectible factor. ItCoinz come in blind bags that come with five itCoinz each. Single bags of itCoinz are available for $6 each, but kids can also get an included spinner for $12 and a bundle with a game board and spinner for $25. Each itCoinz has a 1-5-star rating based on how rare the itCoinz is, with one being the most common and five being the rarest.

itCoinz are currently available at itcoinz.com. Kids may not be able to spend itCoinz, but they’ll be rich with the fun of collecting and playing with them!

Beat the Summer Heat with These Reusable Water Balloons

It may be getting hot out there, but boy do we have the cool-down product for you! 

Soppycid’s Reusable Water Balloons are the perfect toy for kids ages 3 and up to use all summer long. Not only are they environmentally friendly (you’re welcome mother Earth!), these water balloons are fun and will last all summer long. 

Made from silicone material, these reusable water balloons feature a magnetic suction closure, so kids can fill them with water and let the balloons seal themselves. Kids can use them again and again — for more than 1,000 different summer splash experiences! They can be used outdoors for a classic water balloon fight, or they can be used in the pool for an extra layer of water fun. 
Soppycid’s Reusable Water Balloons make water fights more environmentally friendly. | Source: Soppycid

The Happy Water Bomb pack from Soppycid contains eight reusable water balloons in a variety of vibrant colors.They are super easy to open at the magnetic enclosure, dunk in water, and then snap closed. Once the magnetic seal is initiated, no water leaks out from the balloons. I was particularly surprised by this, because at first glance, it really seems like water might leak out from the seal. However, after bouncing and throwing the balloons several times, it became clear that these really do what they’re supposed to do! The pack also comes with a drawstring bag so kids won’t lose their balloons in between their summer water wars.

For me, the best part of this whole product is that they make water balloons an environmentally friendly activity. Gone are the days of scavenging yards for leftover water balloon fragments after a 15-minute fight, only to miss several (hundred) pieces on the ground. Now, little ones can splash their friends and family members to their heart’s content, all without making a huge environmental impact.

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Although these balloons are on the pricier side at $27.99 for an eight-pack, parents will be saving so much money by not repurchasing single-use water balloons every time kids want to play. Plus, since little ones can play with these reusable balloons in different ways, the playtime practically pays for itself. 

SOPPYCID 8-PACK REUSABLE WATER BALLOONS

These reusable water balloons are self-sealing and splash quickly on contact. Made from a silicone material and featuring a magnetic suction automatic closing, these eco-friendly reusable water balloons are also safe to use in the pool.

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Piñata Blast Brings Candy-Grabbing Piñata Action to Tabletop Gaming

National Piñata Day is coming up on April 18 and Ravensburger is celebrating with a piñata party in a box! 

The new tabletop game Piñata Blast takes elements from the classic piñata experience as players race to get candy. The game is family-friendly with rules that are easy for even the littlest piñata-lovers to follow. Players drop dice and then race to grab candy cards that match their own before their opponents can, all while avoiding rotten candy.
The new game is easy to play and fun for the whole family! | Source: Ravensburger

The game features Mexican game designer Carlos Esparza and artist Ricardo De Los Angeles. It’s recommended for kids ages 7 and up, and takes a short-and-sweet 15 minutes to play. Though there aren’t any actual piñatas to break in this game, kids will feel the familiar fun-filled rush of racing for candy as they try to grab their cards as quickly as they can. 

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Though the company might be best known for its puzzle offerings, Ravensburger has plenty of other family game night options to expand any collection and have kids gaming for hours on end. Disney Villainous centers iconic villains from Disney brands, Ready, Set, Sloth! features a race with some of the slowest animals, and the Princess Bride Adventure Book Game will take kids through a favorite story in a whole new way.

Get Piñata Blast now for $12.99 on Amazon to add some action-packed candy-racing fun to your next family game night! With colorful art, fun rules, and quick gameplay, it’s sure to be a hit.

PIÑATA BLAST

This game takes elements from the classic piñata experience as players drop dice and then race to grab candy cards that match their own before their opponents can, all while avoiding rotten candy.

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  • 7+

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Dive into Developmental Fun in the #VTechBaby Twitter Party on April 21

Oh, baby! This week, it’s all about meeting milestones and engaging the youngest among us.

We are ready for developmental fun as we head into spring with multiple chances to win new baby and toddler toys from VTech Baby all week long! Mark your calendar now for our #VTechBaby Twitter Party on Friday, April 21, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. ET. Join us on Twitter for an hour full of fun, trivia, prizes, and more! Check out some of the awesome toys we’ll be giving away below!
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7-in-1 Senses & Stages Developmental Gym

From tummy time to ball-pit play, this gym features multiple activities to help build babies’ muscles, minds, and senses. The built-in features help nurture each developmental stage from birth to toddler, and the included guide explains how caregivers can use each play zone and accessory to support their baby’s growth. Babies can explore the sights, sounds, and textures of the mat, while engaging with the detachable musical xylophone and sensory toys. Grownups can create a soft, enclosed play space by folding up the sides of the mat, then add the included 20 balls to create a ball pit for older babies and toddlers. When it’s time to clean up, the balls easily store inside the sloth bag. This newborn-to-toddler gym includes a fabric mat, two overhead arches, a removable xylophone with a stand, a tummy-time pillow, six sensory toys, six links, four image cards, 20 balls, a storage bag, and a developmental guide.

Ages: 0+
MSRP: $79.99
Buy It Now: Amazon, Walmart, Target
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Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker

This activity-filled walker provides babies with stability and speed control as they learn to walk. The wide base and two different wheel speeds give caregivers peace of mind while helping babies feel confident taking their first steps on bare floors or carpets. Babies can sit on the floor to play with the removable activity panel, or take it on the go. Plus, little ones can hear music and first words about colors by pressing the five light-up piano keys. Babies can spin gears and rollers or pick up and carry the play phone. They can also put the three shapes into their corresponding slots to explore shapes and numbers. There’s even a motion sensor that rewards baby’s steps with playful music.

Ages: 9 MOS+
MSRP: $39.99
Buy It Now: Amazon
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Take Me with You Zebra

This cuddly critter invites little ones to explore their senses of touch, sound, and sight. The soft plush, crinkly leaf, colorful patterns, and ribbon tags encourage babies to explore different textures. Little ones can give the zebra a shake to hear silly sounds, giggles, and melodies. When babies lift the fabric flap, they will reveal three peek-a-boo buttons that teach numbers, colors, and sing-along songs. Babies are drawn to black-and-white patterns, and this little zebra is a treat to look at with a striped body, smiling face, and flashing light. There’s also a mirror that will delight kids as they look at their own reflection. The Take Me with You Zebra is perfect for take-along play during spring and summer travels.

Ages: 3 MOS+
MSRP: $19.99
Buy It Now: Amazon

Four lucky winners will win a 7-in-1 Senses & Stages Developmental Gym! Additionally, ONE grand prize winner will win a full VTech Baby prize pack, including the gym, the Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker, and the Take Me With You Zebra!

Be sure to follow @thetoyinsider , @vtechtoys, and our panelists — @coolchillmom, @candypo, @sarahbmock, @amomsimpression, and @evrydayshortcut — and tweet with the hashtag #VTechBaby for a chance to win these amazing prizes and more! RSVP for the Twitter Party below!

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*You must RSVP AND participate in the Twitter Party to be eligible to win! This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only. Full contest rules can be found here.

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You can also win VTech Baby all week long on our Instagram, from April 17-21! Head over to @TheToyInsider’s page to enter!

Toys to Keep Kids Active this Spring on KATU Portland

Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined KATU in Portland to show off the best toys to keep kids fit and active in the beautiful springtime weather. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

OUTDOOR SIDEWALK CHALK

Kids can explore their creativity outdoors with Crayola's outdoor chalk. There are three types of chalk kids can choose from. ??Super Chalk: Super Chalk lasts three times longer than traditional Crayola chalk sticks and features 10 colors: red, orange, laser lemon, granny apple smooth, cerulean, violet, white, black, pink flamingo, and red violet. ($1.25) Super…

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  • $1.25–$14.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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MAXX BUBBLES BUBBLE BARRAGE

Create an endless amount of bubbles! Designed with fun styling and bold colors, this is sure to be a bubble blowing hit this summer. It's easy to use, just screw in the bubble solution and pull the trigger to blow a continuous streak of bubbles. Kids will love the fast bubble blowing action and parents…

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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SONIC BOUNCE

Engineered with the intention to yield the highest bounce ever, this ball is built with high-density foam material, using geodesic geometry and scientific construction to provide super-high bounces. The tactile grip and its 2.6-inch diameter makes it easy to catch, throw, and bounce.

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  • $8.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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“BATTLE HOG” UNSC WARTHOG

Halo Infinite is the latest epic adventure in the long-standing Halo series, letting players experience a sprawling alien ringworld to give humanity hope once more. The UNSC Warthog is an all-terrain epochal beast that has played a pivotal role in every Halo adventure. This "Battle Hog" version of the UNSC Warthog, is a joint tactical…

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  • $25.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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UNSC GUNGOOSE & MASTER CHIEF

The UNSC Gungoose operates at 2.4 GHz frequency, which allows 16 players to play at the same time, with a range of up to 150 feet. This radio-controlled full-function replica is modeled after how it appears in Halo Infinite. It features the legendary Master Chief in the driver's seat.

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  • $25.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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BEYBLADE BURST QUADSTRIKE THUNDER EDGE BATTLE SET

Kids can put their Beyblade Quadstrike tops to the test in this battle set. The set comes with two tops and launchers and has four Quad Zones for kids to dominate.

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  • $41.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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‘Monopoly Go!’ Brings the Fun of the Classic Game to Your Smartphone

Monopoly is going mobile! Hasbro and Scopely are bringing the iconic economics board game to smartphones with Monopoly Go!, a new free-to-play mobile game featuring fun experiences like competitive play, daily events, and community connections. 

The fun of Monopoly is no longer confined by a living room as kids can play and connect with people from all over the world with all of the classic features of the game, including dice rolls, collecting $200 at “Go,” and getting sent to the slammer. Monopoly Go! encourages players to work together and explore more than 100 new boards with Scottie and Mr. Monopoly as their friendly guides. 

Players can collect property and build upgradable landmarks across the board to increase their virtual net worth as the classic tokens from the tabletop favorite, such as the battleship, racecar, and top hat. Fans can also meet two new faces as they play: Sofia Wattsitworth, the friendly appraiser, and Benjamin Basu, the entrepreneurial banker.

Looking for more friendly competition? Players from around the globe can go head-to-head in Bank Heist, a game-within-a-game. Competitors work to steal their opponents’ money and knock down their properties. Those looking for a challenge can enter the game’s daily tournaments to pit their property-buying skills against the best. 

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Players can also get their pals together for a round of Community Chest, in which they can put their heads together to earn money and rewards. Fans can also exchange collectible in-game stickers to add to their album with the Sticker Trading Group.

Ready to bring one of America’s favorite board games wherever you go? Monopoly Go! is available now at the Apple Store and Google Play. Check out @monopolygo on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for all the exciting updates coming to the game.

Kids Can Launch into Space Adventure with Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Toys

Ever since the first Guardians of the Galaxy came out in 2014, kids have fallen in love with the Marvel characters from the film. From the strong Gamora to the adorable Groot, everyone found something to connect with in these characters. As the Guardians’ story comes to an end next month, Hasbro is launching a line of Guardians toys that kids can use to create scenes they hope to see in the new movie.

Galactic 2-in-1 Spaceship | Source: Hasbro

Groot Epic Hero Series Action Figure | Source: Hasbro

Drax Epic Hero Series Action Figure | Source: Hasbro

Mantis Epic Hero Series Action Figure | Source: Hasbro

Star-Lord Epic Hero Series Action Figure | Source: Hasbro

Action figures are the star of this galactic collection with four 4-inch figures joining Hasbro’s Epic Hero Series for $10.99 each. Designed for kids ages 4 and up, the set includes Star-Lord, Drax, Groot, and Mantis figures. Each figure comes with weapon accessories that are perfect for playing “Save the universe!” Kids can up the space action with the Galactic 2-in-1 Spaceship for $34.99, which comes with a 2.25-inch Rocket figure! This playset features a spaceship and a removable pod, so kids can explore the far reaches of the galaxy! 

Blast ‘N Battle Groot | Source: Hasbro

Adam Warlock Titan Series | Source: Hasbro

Star-Lord Titan Series Action Figure | Source: Hasbro

Outrageous Rocket Action Figure | Source: Hasbro

Kids can pit Star-Lord and Groot against the golden Adam Warlock with the 12-inch Titan Series action figures for $11.99 each. Star-Lord and Adam Warlock may not have any weapons on hand, but Groot is fully outfitted with removable wings, blasters, and even a projectile! Rocket can also get in on the action with the Outrageous Rocket Action Figure. When kids squeeze the 8-inch figure’s legs, he raises his blaster out of its holster, ready to take on anything.

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Groot Talking Role Play Mask | Source: Hasbro

Nerf Star-Lord Blaster | Source: Hasbro

Even if kids ages 5 and up don’t like playing with action figures, they can still join in on the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 fun! Kids can play the role of the Guardian’s most iconic character with the Groot Talking Role Play Mask for $44.99. They just have to open their mouths to hear 15 different variations of “I am Groot!” come out. The Nerf Star-Lord Quad Blaster is inspired by Star-Lord’s iconic blaster and can hold three Nerf darts! Look for it in stores for $24.99.

These new Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 toys are available at major retailers now, making great gifts for kids who can’t wait to sit in the theaters and watch their favorite heroes save the galaxy to a rocking soundtrack one more time.

New Melissa & Doug Gift Bundles Give Families Great Deals

Melissa & Doug’s playsets and toys inspire creativity, imagination, experiential learning, and more. Now, the toy manufacturer is combining some of its playsets into exclusive online gift bundles so kids get even more play for their buck.
The Little Doctor Gift Bundle includes everything kids need to cure their friends and family! | Source: Melissa & Doug

Each bundle features three toys with different accessories and benefits for kids. There are nine bundles with different themes. For example, the Little Doctor Gift Bundle features the Get Well Doctor’s Kit Play Set; the Doctor Role Play Costume Set; and Water Wow! Occupations, a set of water-reveal pads featuring water pens that kids can use to find hidden objects in pictures of doctors, firefighters, construction workers, and police officers.
Babies can explore new sensory feelings with the Baby’s First Sensory Toys Gift Bundle! | Source: Melissa & Doug

Most of the bundles are designed for kids ages 4 and up, but there are also bundles designed for babies and toddlers. For example, the Baby’s First Sensory Toys Gift Bundle features a wooden surprise gift box full of sensory toys, including a plush bear, a squeezable fuzzy ball with a chime, a textured crinkle cloth, and a happy bear cloth book; a Pineapple Soft Stacker toy with a rattle, squeezable rings, and different textures; and the PB&J Take Along Toy featuring plush sandwich components, a rattle shaped like a peanut butter jar, and textured peanuts and grapes on a plastic clip!

Toddlers Farm & Pets Gift Bundle

All About Animals Gift Bundle

Birthday Party Play Food & Stickers Gift Bundle

Back to School Starter Gift Bundle

World of Dinosaurs Gift Bundle

Little Firefighter Gift Bundle

Little Chef Gift Bundle

The other bundles in the collection include the Little Firefighter Gift Bundle, the Little Chef Gift Bundle, the World of Dinosaurs Gift Bundle, the Toddlers Farm & Pets Gift Bundle, the All About Animals Gift Bundle, the Birthday Party Play Food & Stickers Gift Bundle, and the Back to School Starter Gift Bundle.

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Right now, the bundles are available for 15% off, so it’s a great deal for adults and kids who are looking for hours of themed play! Head to melissaanddoug.com to shop.

American Girl Launches a New-Yet-Nostalgic Strawberry Shortcake Collection

In 2020, Mattel launched an ‘80s-themed American Girl doll named Courtney as  part of the Historical Doll collection. Courtney made her debut with a totally ‘80s neon outfit complete with pink leggings, a jean skirt, and a scrunchie in her hair — plus, accessories like a Pac-Man Arcade Game, a Care Bears Sleeping Bag Set, pretend Lip Smacker lip balm, and other retro staples. It’s only fitting that Courtney gets some fresh accessories, like the new-yet-nostalgic Strawberry Shortcake collection.

American Girl Strawberry Shortcake Collection | Source: Mattel

American Girl Strawberry Shortcake Collection | Source: Mattel

American Girl Strawberry Shortcake Collection | Source: Mattel

The new American Girl accessories line includes a Strawberry Shortcake Sleeping Bag Set for 18-inch dolls that comes with a quilted sleeping bag that zips up the side, a stuffed pillow with a Strawberry Shortcake graphic, and a plush Custard (Strawberry Shortcake’s cat). The Sleepover Bundle comes with the Sleeping Bag Set; a pair of doll pajamas with a scrunchie; and various accessories, including a boombox that plays radio sounds and songs on the four cassette tapes, a cootie catcher, snacks, and a friendship book.

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There are also pajama sets for both the doll and the kids who own the dolls. The doll pajamas fit 18-inch dolls and feature pink, fleece, zip-up, footed pajamas with a Strawberry Shortcake graphic, while the human pajamas feature a French-terry PJ top with the original Strawberry Shortcake graphic and striped raglan sleeves, and matching striped pants. The human pajamas come in kid sizes XS-XL.

The Strawberry Shortcake collection is available now at americangirl.com with prices ranging from $32-122 and various ways to bundle different accessories together.

Here’s a Way to Recycle Your Old Pool Floats This Summer

Funsicle is a brand from Polygroup primarily focused on outdoor recreation in the form of products like inflatable pools and floats. Inflatables are generally primarily made of plastic and Polygroup is teaming up with TerraCycle to ensure that its plastic products don’t pollute the planet. 

The Funsicle Inflatables Free Recycling Program is a part of Polygroup’s “Float on Purpose” sustainability initiative. Eligible products include Funsicle FunTube inflatables, Funsicle Lounge inflatables, Funsicle inflatable pools, and more. 

TerraCycle processes the plastic into something that can be remolded into new products. | Source: TerrraCycle

Recycled plastic can be used to make playground surface covers. | Source: Terracycle

The recycling process at TerraCycle starts with cleaning the inflatables, shredding them, and melting them into hard plastic that can be remolded for new products. The raw material is sold to manufacturers that use it to make new plastic goods, such as outdoor furniture, plastic shipping pallets, and playground surface covers. 

According to Plastics le Mag, plastic toys make up 90% of the toy market. In a world where recycling options for toys and other plastic products are limited, it’s important to find ways to prevent old toys from going into landfills. 

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To participate in the brand new program, individuals and organizations can sign up at the official webpage on TerraCycle. TerraCycle will provide a shipping label that anyone can print and use to send in their no-longer-wanted inflatable goods. Summer fun just got even better, with a way to recycle old Funsicle inflatables!

Ami Amis Are Coming to the ‘Fashion Famous’ Game on ‘Roblox’

Jakks Pacific is launching its adorable Ami Amis into digital reality with the Roblox game Fashion Famous. 

The collaboration immerses Roblox players in a knitted carnival full of Ami Amis fun. When players join the lobby, digital versions of the Ami Amis crew will be there to greet them, including Frenchie, Pinky, Oinkie, and Pickles! While playing with the Ami Amis in Fashion Famous, kids can play carnival games to earn tokens to redeem special surprises!
Ami Amis show off all the awesome things the world has to offer! | Source: Jakks Pacific

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Ami Amis are a tight-knit crew of collectible knitted characters that are full of personality and fun. Ami Amis are fueled by everything fun and exciting, including food, music, animals, and more. Jakks Pacific has dropped more than 200 Ami Amis this year that little collectors can search for and share with their friends. Each character comes with a tag, a fun backstory, and a collector guide. The Ultra Rare Ami Amis even come with a holographic sticker.

Wave 1 of Ami Amis is currently available at Walmart and Wave 2 hits stores this month. Even if kids don’t collect Ami Amis in real life, they can join in on the Fashion Famous fun on Roblox!

AMI AMIS WAVE 1

Ami Amis are cute and quirky collectible plush! There are 30 characters in Wave 1. Each Wave has a mix of common, rare, and ultra rare designs. These cozy crochet plush characters are inspired by favorite things – the first wave is launching with Foodie Friends, Animal Buddies, and Retro designs! The ultra rare characters…

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Nintendo Live Heads to the Emerald City This Fall

Nintendo lovers rejoice! After making a huge splash in Japan, Nintendo Live is finally coming to the U.S.! 

This in-person fan event will offer interactive gameplay experiences, activities, live performances, tournaments, and more for gamers of all ages. Designed as an all-inclusive event, Nintendo Live 2023 is heading to Seattle this September to celebrate all things Nintendo.

The event will cater to players of all experience levels, with attendees encouraged to enjoy the thrills of their favorite Nintendo Switch games at their own pace and participate in friendly competitions. Hardcore gamers can test their skills in tournaments and go toe-to-toe with some of the top competitors in the country. The event will feature live entertainment starring Super Mario and the rest of the company’s colorful roster of characters. Get your cameras ready: Nintendo Live 2023 is going to be the perfect time to get a photo-op with your favorite Mushroom Kingdom pals. 
Splatoon Live Concert from Nintendo 2019 | Source: Nintendo of America/YouTube

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Whether you were around to play the Famicom or just love beating your friends at Super Smash Bros., stay updated on all Nintendo Live 2023 details by watching nintendo.com/nintendo-live. More information about the event, including specific dates and how to attend, is coming soon. 

The Toy Insider Unveils Redesigned Logo, Refreshed Web Experience

The Toy Insider, the No. 1 consumer resource for toys and gifts for kids, today unveiled a brand-new logo for the first time in its 17-year history, along with a completely redesigned website to provide its readers with a user-friendly interface that will help them on their toy discovery journey. The Toy Insider, The Toy Book, and The Pop Insider are published by Adventure Media & Events.

The Toy Insider’s new logo, designed by Brett Cambria of Cambria Design, features a clean, playful design with fantastic star trails and a brilliant, purple and gold contrasting color palette.
“We wanted this new logo to appeal to the modern parent and feature whimsical elements while still feeling elevated. We feel that the new logo is perfectly balanced, giving retro vibes and fresh style all at the same time.”
Marissa Silva, Co-Editor-in-Chief of The Toy Insider

“We wanted this new logo to appeal to the modern parent and feature whimsical elements while still feeling elevated,” says Marissa Silva, co-editor-in-chief of The Toy Insider. “We feel that the new logo is perfectly balanced, giving retro vibes and fresh style all at the same time.”

“As a lifelong fan of toys, there is no bigger honor than helping create the new look for the leading resource of toy information,” Cambria says. “The team at The Toy Insider are fans of toys themselves and it’s a joy to collaborate with people who are passionate about the industry. But the most exciting and gratifying part of this project is knowing that my work, in some small part, will help bring The Toy Insider to a whole new generation of kids, parents, and toy fans.”

Designed in partnership with WebDevStudios, the newly redesigned thetoyinsider.com features more content than ever before, tailored to what readers want to see. Gift-givers can now browse bold and beautiful gift guides, accessing the products they most want to see in a few quick clicks. They will enjoy more relevant listicles, reviews, and product recommendations; and they can read about trending topics in the world of toys.

A brand-new product database allows readers to access every single toy and game posted to the site at a glance, along with filters that help them sort through product categories easier than ever before.

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As always, The Toy Insider readers can click through any item they find on thetoyinsider.com to purchase at their favorite retailers, including Walmart, Target, Amazon, and more.

Later this year, The Toy Insider will also make gift-giving easier than ever before with the launch of its Perfect Present Wizard. This new tool will help shoppers find great gifts for the kids in their lives at the exact price point they want to spend.
“At The Toy Insider, we are all kids at heart, and we are here to help parents and gift-givers make the very best choices for the little ones in their lives. After all, the power of play is nothing short of magical!”
Laurie Schacht, The Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer

“Our goal for the Toy Insider was to create a new design that is both eye-catching and useful for their visitors,” says Lisa Sabin-Wilson, partner and chief operating officer at WebDevStudios. “The partnership between The Toy Insider and WebDevStudios has been a real win-win, delivering great results and we are looking forward to continuing our work with them on additional projects within the Adventure Media & Events organization.”

The Toy Insider’s Playlist e-newsletter — a weekly round-up packed with the latest toy reviews, giveaways, and more content found on toyinsider.com — also sports a brand new look, and now features a new product recommendation section, full of new items recently launched at major and specialty retailers and available for purchase. You can subscribe to the Playlist here to make sure you get all the latest toy news right to your inbox each week.

Check out all of the fun in store at thetoyinsider.com, and reach out to The Toy Insider team for more information!

Eco-Friendly Toys on the CW Portland

Toy Insider Senior Editor Jackie Cucco joined the CW in Portland to show off new toys that are great for fun and great for the planet. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

SOLAR RACE CAR

This sleek, compact race car harnesses the energy from the sun to power an electric motor. With only 22 parts and an easy, snap-together design, kids only need a pair of diagonal cutters to assemble the car.

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  • 8+

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SNAP CIRCUITS GREEN ENERGY

Kids can make their own real-working circuits and learn the basics of electronics and alternative energy with this set. With more than 45 parts and 125 projects to explore, kids will gain knowledge about clean energy concepts, including the science behind electric cars, windmills, and hand-generated power.

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  • $104.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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BABY GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Sourced from 100% recycled materials, each of these plush friends is crafted with recycled plush and fill and comes in sustainable packaging. Choose from Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy.

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  • MSRP:
  • $20
  • Age:
  • 0+

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXmBa4KmEfM&ab_channel=KOIN6 Toy Insider Senior Editor Jackie Cucco joined the CW in Portland to show off new toys that are great for fun and great for the planet. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

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WILTOPIA: TROPICAL JUNGLE PLAYGROUND

Discover Wiltopia’s first eco-friendly product consisting of, on average, more than 80% sustainable materials. There’s plenty of action for young explorers at the jungle playground. The fruits of the trees can be harvested and rolled down the ball track. Includes a viewing platform, a kid’s swing, a climbing net, a target for archery, and a…

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  • $54.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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Toys for Springtime Fun on Fox 32 Chicago

Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined Fox 32 in Chicago to show off the spring’s most sensational new toys. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

FLYBAR FUNPARK RING TOSS

Step right up and take a chance on this classic game of luck and skill. Bring the Flybar FunPark Giant Inflatable Ring Toss Game to your backyard. Set a starting mark, ring a bottle and score! Perfect for the whole family, this game is 3 feet tall, sets up in minutes, and provides hours of…

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  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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BLIPPER

This motorized, rideable bicycle is made specifically to give older kids a safe, yet thrilling experience. The Blipper model provides more advanced riding, with an accelerator lever for riders to gradually decrease the speed of the bike with a release of their thumb, as well as a max speed of 12.5 mph.

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  • $529.99
  • Age:
  • 13+

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ORIGINAL CLASSIC GIANT FIGURES

These 12-inch giant Ninja Turtles figures tower above all other figures. Each is articulated in the arms, legs, and head, and authentically sculpted and decorated to match the original release of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in the late 80s. Featuring retro packaging with classic ‘80s graphics. the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: 12” Giants are…

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99; $33.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE 7-INCH “FIRE BREATHING” BOWSER FIGURE

Bowser features 15 points of articulation and a “fire breathing” special effect. Kids can activate the fire breathing feature by adding water in the back of Bowser’s head using the included dropper, then pressing the side spike to make illuminated atomized vapor flow from his mouth.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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DANCING CRAB BUBBLE MACHINE

This self-walking crab bubble machine moves side-to-side on its eight moving legs. Listen to fun underwater music as the machine dances back and forth, emitting a continuous stream of bubbles blowing from its mouth. The machine comes with a 4-oz bottle of bubble solution.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS MOVIE MUSHROOM KINGDOM CASTLE PLAYSET WITH 1.25-INCH MINI MARIO AND PRINCESS PEACH FIGURES

This Mushroom Kingdom Playset comes with 1.25-inch Mario and Peach figures. Inspired by Princess Peach’s Mushroom Kingdom castle from the movie, the castle interior opens to nearly 22-inches wide and recreates the training ground moment from the movie. Includes blocks, a piranha plant, Bullet Bill, a fire stick, and more.

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  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE — 2.5-INCH FIGURE WITH PULL BACK RACER

This pull back kart racer comes with a removable figure that features multiple points of articulation. Characters include Mario, Peach, Toad, and Koopa Troopa. Each sold separately and batteries not required.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.97
  • Age:
  • 3+

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FLYBAR FUNPARK RING TOSS

Step right up and take a chance on this classic game of luck and skill. Bring the Flybar FunPark Giant Inflatable Ring Toss Game to your backyard. Set a starting mark, ring a bottle and score! Perfect for the whole family, this game is 3 feet tall, sets up in minutes, and provides hours of…

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  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE 5-INCH FIGURE SERIES WITH ACCESSORY – ASSORTMENT

Wave 1 of these 5-inch figures features Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Toad. Featuring premium details, the figures have 8-16 points of articulation, realistic eyes, and come packaged in a premium window box.

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE 7-INCH “FIRE BREATHING” BOWSER FIGURE

Bowser features 15 points of articulation and a “fire breathing” special effect. Kids can activate the fire breathing feature by adding water in the back of Bowser’s head using the included dropper, then pressing the side spike to make illuminated atomized vapor flow from his mouth.

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  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS MOVIE MUSHROOM KINGDOM CASTLE PLAYSET WITH 1.25-INCH MINI MARIO AND PRINCESS PEACH FIGURES

This Mushroom Kingdom Playset comes with 1.25-inch Mario and Peach figures. Inspired by Princess Peach’s Mushroom Kingdom castle from the movie, the castle interior opens to nearly 22-inches wide and recreates the training ground moment from the movie. Includes blocks, a piranha plant, Bullet Bill, a fire stick, and more.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE — 2.5-INCH FIGURE WITH PULL BACK RACER

This pull back kart racer comes with a removable figure that features multiple points of articulation. Characters include Mario, Peach, Toad, and Koopa Troopa. Each sold separately and batteries not required.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.97
  • Age:
  • 3+

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ORIGINAL CLASSIC GIANT FIGURES

These 12-inch giant Ninja Turtles figures tower above all other figures. Each is articulated in the arms, legs, and head, and authentically sculpted and decorated to match the original release of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in the late 80s. Featuring retro packaging with classic ‘80s graphics. the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: 12” Giants are…

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99; $33.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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Sugar-Free Easter Basket Stuffers on Fox 61 Connecticut

Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined Fox 61 in Connecticut to show off the best toys that make healthy substitutes for candy in your kids’ Easter baskets. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

YUME DZNR PLUSH COLLECTION — TRANSFORMERS

Yume’s DZNR plush collection celebrates iconic characters and stories. The Transformers line features collectible editions of Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Megatron. Each plush comes in its own collector’s display box complete with character-specific details.

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  • MSRP:
  • $16.99
  • Age:
  • 0+

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BEARS VS DONUTS

Are you team bear or team donut? These bean-filled and squishy plush are mystery bag collectibles, with 24 different characters in the series. The bears are around 4 inches tall and the donuts are round and a bit shorter.

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  • MSRP:
  • $5
  • Age:
  • 4+

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DISNEY DOORABLES SQUISH’ALOTS SERIES 1

Kids can collect 50 different miniature Disney Doorables Squish’Alots collectible figures in Series 1. Each capsule includes 4-6 blind-bagged figures. Kids can open the front door to find the first blind bag, then twist the roof of the tower-shaped capsule to find additional 1-inch figures inspired by Disney and Pixar films.

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  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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CREATTO: BARNYARD BUDDIES – BRILLIANT BUNNY, DAZZLING DUCKY, AND PLAYFUL PIGGIE

Choose from Brilliant Bunny, Dazzling Ducky, or Playful Piggie! With the included Creatto pieces, build a bunny, duck, piggie, or small geometric gift box!

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  • MSRP:
  • $8.95; $13.50 CAD
  • Age:
  • 8+

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CHOCOLY

Tweens with a sweet tooth will love this logic-based game. As kids play the game, they must stack and place their tiles to be the one taking up the most area at the end of the game.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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YUME DZNR PLUSH COLLECTION — TRANSFORMERS

Yume’s DZNR plush collection celebrates iconic characters and stories. The Transformers line features collectible editions of Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Megatron. Each plush comes in its own collector’s display box complete with character-specific details.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $16.99
  • Age:
  • 0+

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BEARS VS DONUTS

Are you team bear or team donut? These bean-filled and squishy plush are mystery bag collectibles, with 24 different characters in the series. The bears are around 4 inches tall and the donuts are round and a bit shorter.

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  • MSRP:
  • $5
  • Age:
  • 4+

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CREATTO LIGHT-UP 3D PUZZLES

These Creatto Puzzles come in Flashy Fish & Silly Swimmers and Twilight Rocking Horse & The Giddyup Gang. Flashy Fish & Silly Swimmers comes with 43 Creatto pieces and a string of 20 LED lights. Kids can build a cute cartoony fish, a crab, a stingray, and a turtle. Twilight Rocking Horse & The Giddyup…

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  • MSRP:
  • $21.95; $31.00 CAD
  • Age:
  • 8+

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CHOCOLY

Tweens with a sweet tooth will love this logic-based game. As kids play the game, they must stack and place their tiles to be the one taking up the most area at the end of the game.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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Top Toys for Travel on News 12 New York

Toy Insider Senior Editor Madeleine Buckley joined News 12 in New York to show off the best new toys to keep kids entertained on long road trips this spring. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

LEARNING FRIENDS 100 WORDS BOOK

Kids can touch each picture to hear the animal friends say toddler-appropriate words, along with facts and sound effects. In Fun Sounds Mode, kids can touch the light-up star button to hear two learning songs.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 18 MOS+

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

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  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SLAM BLUFF

The ultimate game of bluff or luck! Shake the cup, slam it shut, and declare the number on the dice. Pass the cup to the next player, who must roll a higher number or risk losing a life. Play anywhere on the go. Comes with no loose pieces.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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DASH KIDS TRAVEL DRAWING KIT

Dash is the kids drawing kit that’s perfect during travel — long car rides, road trips, and airplane flights are instantly better. The whole family can enjoy playing 5 in a Row, Dots & Boxes, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Search & Find while on the road. Kids can use the included stylus or even a fingernail to…

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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CLUB MOCCHI- MOCCHI- NINTENDO SUPER MARIO PLUSH

Celebrate the release of the Super Mario Bros. film with this Club Mocchi Mocchi plush toy. The plush is 15 inches tall. Doubles as a pillow — great for emotional and physical comfort on the go

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  • MSRP:
  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LEARNING FRIENDS 100 WORDS BOOK

Kids can touch each picture to hear the animal friends say toddler-appropriate words, along with facts and sound effects. In Fun Sounds Mode, kids can touch the light-up star button to hear two learning songs.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 18 MOS+

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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DASH KIDS TRAVEL DRAWING KIT

Dash is the kids drawing kit that’s perfect during travel — long car rides, road trips, and airplane flights are instantly better. The whole family can enjoy playing 5 in a Row, Dots & Boxes, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Search & Find while on the road. Kids can use the included stylus or even a fingernail to…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SLAM BLUFF

The ultimate game of bluff or luck! Shake the cup, slam it shut, and declare the number on the dice. Pass the cup to the next player, who must roll a higher number or risk losing a life. Play anywhere on the go. Comes with no loose pieces.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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CLUB MOCCHI- MOCCHI- NINTENDO SUPER MARIO PLUSH

Celebrate the release of the Super Mario Bros. film with this Club Mocchi Mocchi plush toy. The plush is 15 inches tall. Doubles as a pillow — great for emotional and physical comfort on the go

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  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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Rocky and Everest Join the PAW Patrol Tonies for More Audio Adventures

These new Tonies have new PAW Patrol stories to tell! | Source: Tonies

Ice or snow: They’re ready to go! Two new pups are joining the collection of PAW Patrol Tonies, bringing kids even more ways to experience their favorite series.

Tonies are detailed, handpainted figures featuring kids’ favorite characters from movies and TV series, as well as original characters. Kids can place their Tonie figure on top of a Toniebox (sold separately) to transport themselves into the world of their character with songs, stories, and other audio features. The magnetic base ensures the figure connects easily so kids can get straight to listening.
PAW Patrol: Rocky Figure ($17.99)
PAW Patrol: Everest Figure ($17.99)
Source: Tonies

PAW Patrol’s most eco-friendly little pup is finally joining the Tonies team! Rocky the Recycling Pup is ready to take kids on an adventure that teaches all about recycling as well as the classic lessons of teamwork and friendship. Everest the Snow Rescue Pup is also barking up the Tonies tree, inviting kids to come along on an icy journey that teaches about problem-solving and, of course, working together. 

If kids want even more of the pack, Tonies has plenty of other PAW Patrol characters ready to tell them some pawsitively great stories. Rubble, Skye, Marshall, and Chase all have stories to tell and rescues to run with just a Toniebox. Tonieboxes come in five colors and parents can builde them with Tonies figures so kids can get the audio player and their favorite pups all together.

Related: This New Tonies Figure Shares Traditional West African Folk Tales

The new PAW Patrol Rocky and Everest Tonies are available now on the Tonies website. Add some adorable pups to your kids collection of storytellers with these two dogs that are ready for anything that comes their way!

Own Property in the Mushroom Kingdom with Monopoly The Super Mario Bros. Movie Edition

Monopoly The Super Mario Bros. Movie Edition | Source: Hasbro/The Toy Insider

Wahoo! You’ve never played a round of Monopoly like this. 

Get ready to collect 200 gold coins at GO and dive into Hasbro’s Monopoly The Super Mario Bros. Movie Edition Game. Inspired by The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Nintendo and Illumination’s action-comedy film that brings the beloved characters of the Mushroom Kingdom to the big screen, this new addition to the Monopoly franchise sees players purchasing property to save the iconic game world from Bowser’s wrath. 

Suitable for players ages 8 and up, Monopoly The Super Mario Bros. Movie Edition Game replaces the old-hat Monopoly game pieces with six iconic objects shown in the movie to navigate around the board: a Super Mushroom, Mario’s hat, Toad’s frying pan, a Donkey Kong bucket, a flashlight, and Princess Peach’s crown.
Monopoly The Super Mario Bros. Movie Edition Game board and pieces | Source: Hasbro

Like every Monopoly game, the objective is to collect the most coins and buy the most property. Players can get their hands on staple Super Mario Bros. locations like Peach’s Castle, Mushroom Heights, and the Mushroom Forest. But, be careful of landing on the “Browser’s Fury” spot or the devilish King Koopa will steal your coins and properties or swap them with other players. 

Related: Conquer the Ultimate Boss Battle with This New “Fire-Breathing” Bowser

For $21.99, Mario fans and Monopoly lovers can purchase the Monopoly The Super Mario Bros. Movie Edition Game board at any major retailer including Amazon, Target, and Walmart. Fans can also catch the super-powered plumber battle it out with Bowser in The Super Mario Bros. Movie today at a movie theater near you! Click here to check out even more Super Mario toys and games.

PYXEL: A Coder’s Best Friend Sets Kids Up for Success

We live in a world run by computers and those computers are run by code. So, learning how code works is a great way to set kids up for a successful future in STEM. 

PYXEL: A Coder’s Best Friend from Educational Insights is a robot pet that kids can code to do tricks. Kids ages 8 and up can code PYXEL using two coding languages: Blockly, a block-style programming language that is easy for beginners to learn, and Python, one of the most popular programming languages used today. 
Kids can use tablets or laptops to code PYXEL! | Source: Educational Insights

To set up PYXEL, kids need a laptop, a tablet, or another Wi-Fi enabled device. When kids switch on PYXEL, a new Wi-Fi network will show up on the device. Then, kids can go to local.codewithpyxel.com to reset the Wi-Fi network password. Once the password is reset, kids can reconnect to the network and start coding! Adults may want to help kids with this, as it can be tricky. If the PYXEL does not reconnect to the Wi-Fi, try forgetting the network and then sign back on. 

Once PYXEL is fully connected to the network, it’s time to start coding! I would recommend kids start to code with the Blockly program, as it is much easier to understand than Python. However, both programming languages come with six tutorials showing kids how different coding elements work. 
PYXEL can be programmed to respond to touch, sound, and nearby objects! | Source: Educational Insights

Using code, kids can make PYXEL wag its tail, make noises, and react to different senses, including touch, proximity, and sound. While the proximity sensor worked really well for me, PYXEL wouldn’t always respond to touch and sound. As kids get more experience, they can also add in if-then scenarios, object avoidance, and more! 

Related: These New Learning Kits Transform Phones into Coding Machines

One element of PYXEL that I really liked was volume control. When kids are programming PYXEL to make sounds, they can choose to have the volume be low or high, which is great for adults who want to encourage coding, but may not enjoy all the noise that comes with it. 
Kids can use the code activator to save six programs while playing with PYXEL. | Source: Educational Insights

When kids are done writing their code, they can send the program to PYXEL using the send button — which only runs the program once — or add it to the code activator, a remote that saves six programs at once. I noticed that sometimes the code does not get sent to PYXEL or the code activator right away, so kids may have to send it more than once before PYXEL can show off the code! While kids are coding or waiting for code to send, PYXEL will sometimes do spontaneous things, such as wagging its tail, sniffing nearby objects, or even peeing (PYXEL does not actually pee, it just makes a peeing noise). 

PYXEL is a great educational toy that kids can use to learn coding, especially for those who are just getting started on their explorations in STEM. Who knows: They could be the next Ada Lovelace or Bill Gates!

The Muppets Are Moving Right Along In New ‘Muppets Mayhem’ TV Series

The Muppets are back for another crazy adventure. | Source: Disney+

It’s time to play the music, it’s time to light the lights … again! 

The Muppets are back and this time they are taking over the smaller screen. Disney+ announced its next Original TV series, The Muppets Mayhem, which will star Lilly Singh, Tahj Mowry, Saara Chaudry, and the Electric Mayhem Band. The series drops on Wednesday, May 10, with all episodes streaming — can you picture that? 
The Muppets Mayhem premieres on May 10. | Source: Disney+

The Muppets Mayhem follows the Electric Mayhem Band from The Muppets. If kids (and parents!) need a refresher on who that includes, there’s Dr. Teeth on vocals and keyboard, Animal on drums, Floyd Pepper on vocals and bass, Janice on vocals and lead guitar, Zoot on saxophone, and Lips on trumpet. Together, they go on an epic, music-filled journey to record their first studio album together.

Related: Spring Has Sprung with Peppa Pig Toys and Easter Marathon

Based on Jim Henson’s characters, The Muppets Mayhem is developed and written by executive producers Adam F. Goldberg and Bill Barretta. Original music from the show is written by executive producer Linda Perry. 

Although there’s more than a month left until the series premieres, Disney dropped a trailer so Muppets fans can get a sneak peek at the show. Check it out below! 

Top Travel Toys on News 12 New York

Toy Insider Senior Editor Madeleine Buckley joined News 12 in New York to show off the best new toys to keep kids entertained on long road trips this spring. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

LEARNING FRIENDS 100 WORDS BOOK

Kids can touch each picture to hear the animal friends say toddler-appropriate words, along with facts and sound effects. In Fun Sounds Mode, kids can touch the light-up star button to hear two learning songs.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 18 MOS+

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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DASH KIDS TRAVEL DRAWING KIT

Dash is the kids drawing kit that’s perfect during travel — long car rides, road trips, and airplane flights are instantly better. The whole family can enjoy playing 5 in a Row, Dots & Boxes, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Search & Find while on the road. Kids can use the included stylus or even a fingernail to…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SLAM BLUFF

The ultimate game of bluff or luck! Shake the cup, slam it shut, and declare the number on the dice. Pass the cup to the next player, who must roll a higher number or risk losing a life. Play anywhere on the go. Comes with no loose pieces.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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CLUB MOCCHI- MOCCHI- NINTENDO SUPER MARIO PLUSH

Celebrate the release of the Super Mario Bros. film with this Club Mocchi Mocchi plush toy. The plush is 15 inches tall. Doubles as a pillow — great for emotional and physical comfort on the go

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  • MSRP:
  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LEARNING FRIENDS 100 WORDS BOOK

Kids can touch each picture to hear the animal friends say toddler-appropriate words, along with facts and sound effects. In Fun Sounds Mode, kids can touch the light-up star button to hear two learning songs.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 18 MOS+

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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DASH KIDS TRAVEL DRAWING KIT

Dash is the kids drawing kit that’s perfect during travel — long car rides, road trips, and airplane flights are instantly better. The whole family can enjoy playing 5 in a Row, Dots & Boxes, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Search & Find while on the road. Kids can use the included stylus or even a fingernail to…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SLAM BLUFF

The ultimate game of bluff or luck! Shake the cup, slam it shut, and declare the number on the dice. Pass the cup to the next player, who must roll a higher number or risk losing a life. Play anywhere on the go. Comes with no loose pieces.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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CLUB MOCCHI- MOCCHI- NINTENDO SUPER MARIO PLUSH

Celebrate the release of the Super Mario Bros. film with this Club Mocchi Mocchi plush toy. The plush is 15 inches tall. Doubles as a pillow — great for emotional and physical comfort on the go

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  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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VTech Has Officially Perfected a Classic Baby Product with Its New Baby Gym

Babies outgrow their toys FAST. It’s easily one of the most frustrating things about being a new parent. You’ve got a lot of gear all over the house, and in a few months your baby is on to new milestones and everything gets replaced. That’s why toys that grow along with kids through multiple life stages are so important.

Cue VTech’s new 7-in-1 Senses & Stages Developmental Gym, which I would go as far as to say is play gym perfection.

A play gym is one of those essential baby items, since newborns start to use them immediately as they provide a nice clean, safe area to play and work on early skills.

The 7-in-1 Senses and Stages Developmental Gym really lives up to its name, providing newborns with so many engaging colors, patterns, textures, activities, and more. With more than 20 different play activities in total, babies and toddlers can use the gym throughout seven key developmental stages: visual play, tummy time, kicking play, sensory play, seated play, ball pit play, and independent play.
VTech’s latest play gym for babies features both colorful images and patterns, and high-contrast black-and-white designs. | Source: VTech

The gym features lots of brightly colored animals on the mat, coupled with two arches: one featuring a gorgeous leaf print that older babies will enjoy, and the other a black-and-white zebra print. Newborns don’t have the best eyesight, so high-contrast, black-and-white patterns are perfect for visually engaging them. The arches also have several loops that caregivers can use to link toys to, so they can hang over the baby while they play on their back.

And there’s even more high-contrast fun in store for little ones. The gym includes four double-sided cards with colorful images on one side, and black-and-white, high-contrast patterns on the other. Plus, there’s a handy cardholder that caregivers can use to practice visual tracking.

Related: Sharpen Up All 5 Senses with VTech’s Smellephant

Tummy time is super important for infants, as it helps them develop the strength they will need to sit up, roll over, and more. I love that VTech’s new gym includes a little tummy time pillow, perfect to wedge right under baby’s chest and help prop them up while they get the hang of things.

The sensory play opportunities feel like they never end with this gym, which comes with two crinkle leaves, a sun mirror, two linking butterfly toys, and a removable xylophone. Caregivers can encourage babies to practice kicking by placing the xylophone at their feet, or lay it in front of them during tummy time. Then, when babies get older, they can even play with the musical toy on its own while they sit up.
When babies are a bit older and can sit independently, the play gym transforms into a super fun ball pit! | Source: VTech

Speaking of “when babies get older,” the mat features foldable walls that adults can fold up, then throw in the included play balls to create a ball pit for more independent babies. This can encourage them to sit up while keeping them engaged and entertained. Best of all? The balls store neatly inside the little sloth pouch, so parents have a safe space to put everything away after playtime is over.

All caregivers know: Babies make messes. But VTech’s new play gym is totally MACHINE WASHABLE, making for super easy cleanup, so babies can get back to the fun in a snap. Another big plus for new parents: The gym comes with a play guide, which gives guidance and instructions on how to use every aspect of the play space to help babies hit those milestones.

This play gym is incredibly versatile. From the variety of colors, patterns, textures, and images, to the incredible amount of accessories and toys it comes with, the 7-in-1 Senses and Stages Developmental gym will be staple in the nursery or play room through the toddler years. VTech genuinely perfected this classic baby product and maxed it out with play value.

7-IN-1 SENSES & STAGES DEVELOPMENTAL GYM

The 7-in-1 Senses & Stages Developmental Gym is the perfect gym for babies' first year of life and into the toddler years. Start off by laying the baby on the soft fabric mat with six overhead toys that provide visual stimulation with black-and-white patterns, a mirror, and bright colors. Next, balance out back-sleeping with tummy…

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  • Age:
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Toys for Rainy Day Play on The Weather Channel

Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined The Weather Channel’s America’s Morning HQ to show off the best toys to keep kids entertained when rainy weather keeps them inside. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

VR MASTERCHEF JUNIOR

Step inside the MasterChef kitchen in virtual reality and learn everything from culinary skills, plating techniques, flavor pairing, and even food science from former contestants and winners of the hit FOX TV show. This interactive cooking kit for kids covers 30 recipes and even tackles sauces, dressings, and knife skills as they take on STEM…

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  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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CREATTO LIGHT-UP 3D PUZZLES

These Creatto Puzzles come in Flashy Fish & Silly Swimmers and Twilight Rocking Horse & The Giddyup Gang. Flashy Fish & Silly Swimmers comes with 43 Creatto pieces and a string of 20 LED lights. Kids can build a cute cartoony fish, a crab, a stingray, and a turtle. Twilight Rocking Horse & The Giddyup…

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  • MSRP:
  • $21.95; $31.00 CAD
  • Age:
  • 8+

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PYXEL A CODER’S BEST FRIEND

Kids can use a tablet to code Pyxel to perform tricks, make sounds, and more. Pyxel and its companion app will help kids learn the basics of two coding languages: Blockly and Python.

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  • MSRP:
  • $124.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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HEY CLAY – AIR DRY CLAY

Kids can become professional clay artists! This vibrant clay is soft, lightweight, non-sticky, nontoxic, and stain-free – perfect for young artists taking their first step into the magical world of clay creativity. The fun starts once you download the free app and gain full access using the code included in the box. Kids can choose…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.95
  • Age:
  • 3+

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VR MASTERCHEF JUNIOR

Step inside the MasterChef kitchen in virtual reality and learn everything from culinary skills, plating techniques, flavor pairing, and even food science from former contestants and winners of the hit FOX TV show. This interactive cooking kit for kids covers 30 recipes and even tackles sauces, dressings, and knife skills as they take on STEM…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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Amazon

CREATTO LIGHT-UP 3D PUZZLES

These Creatto Puzzles come in Flashy Fish & Silly Swimmers and Twilight Rocking Horse & The Giddyup Gang. Flashy Fish & Silly Swimmers comes with 43 Creatto pieces and a string of 20 LED lights. Kids can build a cute cartoony fish, a crab, a stingray, and a turtle. Twilight Rocking Horse & The Giddyup…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $21.95; $31.00 CAD
  • Age:
  • 8+

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THAMES & KOSMOS

PYXEL A CODER’S BEST FRIEND

Kids can use a tablet to code Pyxel to perform tricks, make sounds, and more. Pyxel and its companion app will help kids learn the basics of two coding languages: Blockly and Python.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $124.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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HEY CLAY – AIR DRY CLAY

Kids can become professional clay artists! This vibrant clay is soft, lightweight, non-sticky, nontoxic, and stain-free – perfect for young artists taking their first step into the magical world of clay creativity. The fun starts once you download the free app and gain full access using the code included in the box. Kids can choose…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.95
  • Age:
  • 3+

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12 New Eco-Minded Toys & Games to Celebrate Earth Day

Spring is here and on April 22, families around the world will celebrate Earth Day, the annual call for action in the fight for environmental protection.

Over the past few years, the idea of green, eco-friendly, and sustainable toys moved from being a trend to becoming an everyday part of play. From plastic-free packaging and sustainably-sourced wood to products made from bioplastics sourced from sugarcane and assembled in carbon-neutral factories, toys and games are growing greener.

To celebrate Earth Day 2023, we’re carrying on a Toy Insider tradition of highlighting some new products that play nicely with the world around us and may even help kids develop mindful habits through play. This is by no means an exhaustive list, but a starting point. Check them out below!

RUBIK’S RE-CUBE

Sourced from 100% recycled ABS plastic and packaged in 100% recycled cardboard, the new Re-Cube brings eco-friendly sustainability to the classic game that is challenging and perfectly sized for travel.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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FAO SCHWARZ PLANET LOVE PLUSH COLLECTION

Planet Love is a new collection of super snuggly, super soft, 10-inch plush friends from FAO Schwarz. Each plush toy is made using faux fur that is 100% crafted from recycled water bottles. There are several plush friends to collect, including an Elephant, Koala, Sloth, Panda, and Chimpanzee. Custom FAO Schwarz “Save The Earth” foot…

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  • MSRP:
  • $18
  • Age:
  • 3+

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JOT KIDS LIL’ GARDENER

Kids that love planting seeds or getting their hands dirty can doodle in nature and help track the progress of the garden with this limited-edition writing tablet from Boogie Board. This reusable tablet is easy to use and easy to clean. Kids simply write, push to erase, then reuse again. It comes with a long-lasting…

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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THE SPILL GAME

"Contain the oil, save the sea life." That's the mantra of The Spill, a fully cooperative board game for 1-4 players. The Spill features a four-way dice tower as the offshore oil rig DeepWell•4 which randomly drops oil dice onto the four quadrants of the game board. Players serve as a response team that must…

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  • MSRP:
  • $50
  • Age:
  • 14+

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CRAFT-TASTIC NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT JOURNAL

Experience the magic of nature with Scavenger Hunt Journal! Kids can go outside and collect natural ingredients, then add them to their journal using stickers. The journal has 32 pages full of nature-inspired fun to get kids out exploring nature. Kids can look around nature for the materials to fill their journals, and learn a…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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WILTOPIA ANIMAL FIGURES

Each pack comes with an animal figure, an accessory, and a collectible animal card with a QR code that links to the Playmobil Wiltopia app to teach kids more about each animal. Kids can also use the app's AR feature to take selfies with the animals. There is an assortment of animal figures to choose…

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  • MSRP:
  • $4.99-11.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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LEGO CITY RECYCLING TRUCK

Caring for the environment is fun with this LEGO City Recycling Truck building set complete with a recycling center setting. Kids can activate the tipping platform to empty the recycling containers into the truck and raise the truck's flatbed for offloading. Includes three minifigures.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $29.99; $39.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 5+

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CRY BABIES LITTLE CHANGERS

Each 1.18-inch doll comes in a flower capsule that opens to a personalized world with surprises to uncover and four activations specific to each character. Kids can use water to reveal a hidden flower. There are six characters to collect. This eco-friendly collection is made from plant-based materials.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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BABY GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Sourced from 100% recycled materials, each of these plush friends is crafted with recycled plush and fill and comes in sustainable packaging. Choose from Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $20
  • Age:
  • 0+

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CINDERELLA

Players must work together to gather Cinderella's clothing on time for the ball. To win the game, players need to use their memory and observation skills. Flip the tiles and remember where the pieces of clothing are to beat the clock. All pieces are made of recyclable cardboard. The game takes all the main elements…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.95
  • Age:
  • 4+

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PLAYECO+ & PLAYBIO TOYS

Italian toymaker Quercetti will introduce PlayEco+ and PlayBio to the U.S. market this year. The brands are made of recycled plastic and sustainable (wood + bioplastic) materials, respectively, and include a range of classic-inspired toys for toddlers and preschoolers.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 0+

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MATCHBOX 70TH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION

Mattel is celebrating 70 years of its Matchbox brand in 2023 while driving toward a better future by continuing its commitment to sustainability in the die-cast category. To support this commitment, a portion of the new 70th anniversary die-cast collection will be made from recycled zinc. Additionally, Matchbox is committed to integrating more electric vehicles…

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  • MSRP:
  • $4.99 and up
  • Age:
  • 4+

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COMING LATER IN 2023

FAO SCHWARZ PLANET LOVE PLUSH COLLECTION

Planet Love is a new collection of super snuggly, super soft, 10-inch plush friends from FAO Schwarz. Each plush toy is made using faux fur that is 100% crafted from recycled water bottles. There are several plush friends to collect, including an Elephant, Koala, Sloth, Panda, and Chimpanzee. Custom FAO Schwarz “Save The Earth” foot…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $18
  • Age:
  • 3+

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MATCHBOX 70TH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION

Mattel is celebrating 70 years of its Matchbox brand in 2023 while driving toward a better future by continuing its commitment to sustainability in the die-cast category. To support this commitment, a portion of the new 70th anniversary die-cast collection will be made from recycled zinc. Additionally, Matchbox is committed to integrating more electric vehicles…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $4.99 and up
  • Age:
  • 4+

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COMING LATER IN 2023

JOT KIDS LIL’ GARDENER

Kids that love planting seeds or getting their hands dirty can doodle in nature and help track the progress of the garden with this limited-edition writing tablet from Boogie Board. This reusable tablet is easy to use and easy to clean. Kids simply write, push to erase, then reuse again. It comes with a long-lasting…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

Buy Now

BOOGIE BOARD

RUBIK’S RE-CUBE

Sourced from 100% recycled ABS plastic and packaged in 100% recycled cardboard, the new Re-Cube brings eco-friendly sustainability to the classic game that is challenging and perfectly sized for travel.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

Buy Now

Amazon

PLAYECO+ & PLAYBIO TOYS

Italian toymaker Quercetti will introduce PlayEco+ and PlayBio to the U.S. market this year. The brands are made of recycled plastic and sustainable (wood + bioplastic) materials, respectively, and include a range of classic-inspired toys for toddlers and preschoolers.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 0+

Buy Now

COMING SUMMER 2023

THE SPILL GAME

"Contain the oil, save the sea life." That's the mantra of The Spill, a fully cooperative board game for 1-4 players. The Spill features a four-way dice tower as the offshore oil rig DeepWell•4 which randomly drops oil dice onto the four quadrants of the game board. Players serve as a response team that must…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $50
  • Age:
  • 14+

Buy Now

Amazon

CRAFT-TASTIC NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT JOURNAL

Experience the magic of nature with Scavenger Hunt Journal! Kids can go outside and collect natural ingredients, then add them to their journal using stickers. The journal has 32 pages full of nature-inspired fun to get kids out exploring nature. Kids can look around nature for the materials to fill their journals, and learn a…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

Buy Now

Amazon

WILTOPIA ANIMAL FIGURES

Each pack comes with an animal figure, an accessory, and a collectible animal card with a QR code that links to the Playmobil Wiltopia app to teach kids more about each animal. Kids can also use the app's AR feature to take selfies with the animals. There is an assortment of animal figures to choose…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $4.99-11.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

Buy Now

Amazon PLAYMOBIL

LEGO CITY RECYCLING TRUCK

Caring for the environment is fun with this LEGO City Recycling Truck building set complete with a recycling center setting. Kids can activate the tipping platform to empty the recycling containers into the truck and raise the truck's flatbed for offloading. Includes three minifigures.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $29.99; $39.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 5+

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Target

CINDERELLA

Players must work together to gather Cinderella's clothing on time for the ball. To win the game, players need to use their memory and observation skills. Flip the tiles and remember where the pieces of clothing are to beat the clock. All pieces are made of recyclable cardboard. The game takes all the main elements…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.95
  • Age:
  • 4+

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CRY BABIES LITTLE CHANGERS

Each 1.18-inch doll comes in a flower capsule that opens to a personalized world with surprises to uncover and four activations specific to each character. Kids can use water to reveal a hidden flower. There are six characters to collect. This eco-friendly collection is made from plant-based materials.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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Target

Let Your True Colors Shine at Our #RainbowHigh Twitter Party: April 14

Rainbow High

Calling all parents, grandparents, cool aunts and uncles, or anyone else with kids, tweens, or teens in their lives! The Toy Insider and MGA Entertainment invite you to join us on Friday, April 14, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. ET for our #RainbowHigh #LetYourTrueColorsShine Twitter Party. Join us for a full hour of fun, tweets, and trivia as introduce the colorful new friends at Rainbow High. Be sure to RSVP to be eligible to play and win prizes, then check out what we’ll be giving away below!
Rainbow High Fashion Dolls | Source: MGA Entertainment

Rainbow High’s Colorful New Friends

Rainbow High is the colorful, modern fashion doll brand that encourages creativity, celebrates diversity, and embraces inclusivity each and every day!

Victoria Whitman, Michelle St. Charles, Priscilla Perez, Olivia Woods, Kim Nguyen, and Aidan Russell are the colorful new friends of Rainbow High. The friends have a range of unique and beautiful features, skin tones, and fashion choices that represent the diversity we see all around us. They each have a unique style showcased in their outfit, hair, and accessories, encouraging kids to let their true colors shine. Read our full review of the Rainbow High Spring ’23 line here!

Ages: 4+
MSRP: $26.99 each
Available at Amazon, Target, Walmart, and many other retailers!

During the Twitter Party, four lucky winners will win a Rainbow High prize pack including three (3) colorful new dolls (chosen and shipped at random).

Plus, one GRAND PRIZE winner will win all six (6) dolls from the new Rainbow High Spring ’23 line PLUS the chapter book, Rainbow High: Get A Clue!
Rainbow High

Be sure to follow @thetoyinsider and all of our panelists — @babysavers, @dawnchats, @raisingwhasians, @ThriftyJinxy, and @whiskynsunshine — and tweet with the hashtags #RainbowHigh and #LetYourTrueColorsShine for a chance to win these amazing prizes! RSVP for the Twitter party below!

RSVP NOW!

*You MUST RSVP AND participate in the Twitter Party to be eligible to win! Open to U.S. residents only!*

 🚨 BONUS GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🚨
Rainbow High

#LetYourTrueColorsShine on Instagram!

Want another chance to win? Check out our Instagram starting on April 10 for another giveaway! One lucky winner will win all six (6) dolls from the new Rainbow High Spring ’23 line PLUS the chapter book, Rainbow High: Get A Clue!

*Both giveaways are open to U.S. residents only!*

Click here to read the full contest rules.

Spring Break Staycation Toys on News 12 New York

Toy Insider Senior Editor Madeleine Buckley joined News 12 in New York to show off the must-have toys for a super spring break at home. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

MAXX BUBBLES BUBBLE BARRAGE

Create an endless amount of bubbles! Designed with fun styling and bold colors, this is sure to be a bubble blowing hit this summer. It's easy to use, just screw in the bubble solution and pull the trigger to blow a continuous streak of bubbles. Kids will love the fast bubble blowing action and parents…

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LEGO CREATOR 3 IN 1 EXOTIC PARROT

Little builders and passionate animal fans can travel deep into the rainforest for action-packed stories with this set. Kids can build three different exotic animal toys with this set. Kids can build a colorful parrot sitting on a tree branch or rebuild it into a playful fish swimming at the bottom of the sea or…

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  • MSRP:
  • 19.99; $24.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 7+

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WHAT DO YOU MEME? FAMILY EDITION – EXPANSION PACK

Families can create hilarious family-friendly memes with caption and photo cards with this game. Each What Do You Meme? Family Edition game contains 300 caption cards and 64 photo cards.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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SHIMMER ‘N SPARKLE NAIL AIRBRUSH

Design and create airbrush effects. Create amazing, shimmering nail art' it's salon style nails at home. Create hundreds of cool nail designs: Just polish, spray, and design. Comes with everything kids need, including nail polish, glue, glitter, sequins, gems, stickers, and more. Air pump built into the activity set.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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SOLAR RACE CAR

This sleek, compact race car harnesses the energy from the sun to power an electric motor. With only 22 parts and an easy, snap-together design, kids only need a pair of diagonal cutters to assemble the car.

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  • MSRP:
  • $15.95
  • Age:
  • 8+

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WEELER

This motorized ride-on is made for younger, novice riders, and has safety features such as a slow-start throttle and built-in parental speed controls, which allow caregivers to use a separate key to lock in the Weeler’s top speed to a certain limit up to 10 mph. These safety features help prevent accidental launches and reduce…

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  • MSRP:
  • $399.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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MAXX BUBBLES BUBBLE BARRAGE

Create an endless amount of bubbles! Designed with fun styling and bold colors, this is sure to be a bubble blowing hit this summer. It's easy to use, just screw in the bubble solution and pull the trigger to blow a continuous streak of bubbles. Kids will love the fast bubble blowing action and parents…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

Buy Now

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Amazon

LEGO CREATOR 3 IN 1 EXOTIC PARROT

Little builders and passionate animal fans can travel deep into the rainforest for action-packed stories with this set. Kids can build three different exotic animal toys with this set. Kids can build a colorful parrot sitting on a tree branch or rebuild it into a playful fish swimming at the bottom of the sea or…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • 19.99; $24.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 7+

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Entertainment Earth

WHAT DO YOU MEME? FAMILY EDITION – EXPANSION PACK

Families can create hilarious family-friendly memes with caption and photo cards with this game. Each What Do You Meme? Family Edition game contains 300 caption cards and 64 photo cards.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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SHIMMER ‘N SPARKLE NAIL AIRBRUSH

Design and create airbrush effects. Create amazing, shimmering nail art' it's salon style nails at home. Create hundreds of cool nail designs: Just polish, spray, and design. Comes with everything kids need, including nail polish, glue, glitter, sequins, gems, stickers, and more. Air pump built into the activity set.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

Buy Now

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Amazon

SOLAR RACE CAR

This sleek, compact race car harnesses the energy from the sun to power an electric motor. With only 22 parts and an easy, snap-together design, kids only need a pair of diagonal cutters to assemble the car.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $15.95
  • Age:
  • 8+

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Toys for Rainy Day Play on Fox 45 Baltimore

Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined Fox 45 in Baltimore to show off the best toys to keep kids entertained when the weather outside is crummy. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES ORIGINAL CLASSIC GIANT FIGURES

Playmates Toys takes TMNT fans back to the beginning with these giant 12-inch figures that come with signature accessories and multiple points of articulation. They are sculpted to match the original 1989 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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CINDERELLA

Players must work together to gather Cinderella's clothing on time for the ball. To win the game, players need to use their memory and observation skills. Flip the tiles and remember where the pieces of clothing are to beat the clock. All pieces are made of recyclable cardboard. The game takes all the main elements…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.95
  • Age:
  • 4+

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LEGO TECHNIC BUGATTI BOLIDE

Kids can build their own race car model with this LEGO Technic Bugatti Bolide toy set. With this challenging project, kids can craft a car with true-to-life details, including a working W16 engine, steering, and scissor doors. The car features a yellow and black color scheme and authentic sticker details. After building and exploring the…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $49.99; $64.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 9+

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PAW PATROL CORE TOWER

This core tower playset features the iconic Lookout Tower from the show, along with Chase's police cruiser and two Chase action figures – Off-Duty Chase and Hero-Pup Chase. Standing at 20-inches tall, the core lookout tower features a slide, toy car launcher, tower command center, mission cards, and a periscope for exciting playtime adventures.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $49.99; $64.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 3+

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CINDERELLA

Players must work together to gather Cinderella's clothing on time for the ball. To win the game, players need to use their memory and observation skills. Flip the tiles and remember where the pieces of clothing are to beat the clock. All pieces are made of recyclable cardboard. The game takes all the main elements…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.95
  • Age:
  • 4+

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Amazon FOXMIND GAMES

LEGO TECHNIC BUGATTI BOLIDE

Kids can build their own race car model with this LEGO Technic Bugatti Bolide toy set. With this challenging project, kids can craft a car with true-to-life details, including a working W16 engine, steering, and scissor doors. The car features a yellow and black color scheme and authentic sticker details. After building and exploring the…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $49.99; $64.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 9+

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PAW PATROL CORE TOWER

This core tower playset features the iconic Lookout Tower from the show, along with Chase's police cruiser and two Chase action figures – Off-Duty Chase and Hero-Pup Chase. Standing at 20-inches tall, the core lookout tower features a slide, toy car launcher, tower command center, mission cards, and a periscope for exciting playtime adventures.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $49.99; $64.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 3+

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Toys for the Perfect Easter Basket on Las Vegas Now

Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined Las Vegas Now to show off the best new toys to compliment your kids’ Easter baskets. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

BABY GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Sourced from 100% recycled materials, each of these plush friends is crafted with recycled plush and fill and comes in sustainable packaging. Choose from Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $20
  • Age:
  • 0+

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THE EGGMAZING EASTER EGGS MINI DECORATOR KIT

Kids can decorate their own eggs! No dyes and no smells means no messy clean up. The self-contained design of the EggMazing keeps all the colors in one spot. Create endless exciting designs with the unique spinning action and the touch of a marker. Includes one mini Eggmazing spinner and six colorful non-toxic markers.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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DASH KIDS TRAVEL DRAWING KIT

Dash is the kids drawing kit that’s perfect during travel — long car rides, road trips, and airplane flights are instantly better. The whole family can enjoy playing 5 in a Row, Dots & Boxes, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Search & Find while on the road. Kids can use the included stylus or even a fingernail to…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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VIOLET YAK KIN

Get ready to play with more joy, more expression, and more connection! Yak is hosting a Garden Party and she’s already learning big lessons about being a good friend and a host. In this new book, Yak’s party plans go awry. When reading “Yak’s Garden Party,” families can use the Violet Yak Kin to remind…

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DISNEY DOORABLES SQUISH’ALOTS SERIES 1

Kids can collect 50 different miniature Disney Doorables Squish’Alots collectible figures in Series 1. Each capsule includes 4-6 blind-bagged figures. Kids can open the front door to find the first blind bag, then twist the roof of the tower-shaped capsule to find additional 1-inch figures inspired by Disney and Pixar films.

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SCENTIES SHOELACES AND HAIRTIES

These scented hair ties and shoelaces come in a variety of scents such as watermelon, strawberry, cupcake, sour apple, cotton candy, brownie, and more. The No-Tie Shoelaces are a throwback to the 90s and come in a bunch of different colors and scents. They are 6-inches and one size fits all. Comes with a stretchy…

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AMONG US HUGGABLE PLUSH

Fans can cuddle up with these snuggly plush, inspired by the game Among Us. The collection features four of the social deduction game’s most popular characters.

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THE EGGMAZING EASTER EGGS MINI DECORATOR KIT

Kids can decorate their own eggs! No dyes and no smells means no messy clean up. The self-contained design of the EggMazing keeps all the colors in one spot. Create endless exciting designs with the unique spinning action and the touch of a marker. Includes one mini Eggmazing spinner and six colorful non-toxic markers.

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DASH KIDS TRAVEL DRAWING KIT

Dash is the kids drawing kit that’s perfect during travel — long car rides, road trips, and airplane flights are instantly better. The whole family can enjoy playing 5 in a Row, Dots & Boxes, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Search & Find while on the road. Kids can use the included stylus or even a fingernail to…

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VIOLET YAK KIN

Get ready to play with more joy, more expression, and more connection! Yak is hosting a Garden Party and she’s already learning big lessons about being a good friend and a host. In this new book, Yak’s party plans go awry. When reading “Yak’s Garden Party,” families can use the Violet Yak Kin to remind…

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  • $48.00
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SCENTIES SHOELACES AND HAIRTIES

These scented hair ties and shoelaces come in a variety of scents such as watermelon, strawberry, cupcake, sour apple, cotton candy, brownie, and more. The No-Tie Shoelaces are a throwback to the 90s and come in a bunch of different colors and scents. They are 6-inches and one size fits all. Comes with a stretchy…

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  • MSRP:
  • $8.00 (Hairties), $8.99 (Shoelaces)
  • Age:
  • 2+

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AMONG US HUGGABLE PLUSH

Fans can cuddle up with these snuggly plush, inspired by the game Among Us. The collection features four of the social deduction game’s most popular characters.

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Spring Has Sprung with Peppa Pig Toys and Easter Marathon

The marathon episodes are perfect for the beginning of the spring season! | Source: eOne

Peppa Pig is getting ready for Easter, with new toys and marathon episodes for kids to enjoy as they sort through their eggs!

To celebrate the Easter holiday, Peppa Pig will be getting a full marathon of episodes airing on Nick Jr. this weekend. Episodes of the eOne series will feature Peppa and her friends as they hunt for Easter eggs, celebrate spring, and take trips in the warm weather. Like always, these new episodes of the hit British TV series are guaranteed to bring a smile to young watchers.
Peppa’s Kids-Only Clubhouse ($49.99)
Peppa’s Family Red Car ($22.99)
Peppa’s Family 4-Figure Pack ($13.49)
Source: Hasbro

Hasbro also has a number of new Peppa Pig toys, perfect for stuffing little Easter baskets. The Peppa’s Kids-Only Clubhouse is for kids ages 3 and up and features a movable wall, bakery backdrops, and figures of Peppa and her friend Rebecca Rabbit. Get it at Amazon or Target. The Peppa’s Family Red Car set is for kids ages 3 and up and has the whole Mummy and Peppa setting out for a trip in the car! The set includes the family’s bright red car, with Mummy Pig and Peppa Pig figures ready to ride inside. Kids can press on the steering wheel to hear music from the show, horn noises, and laughter. Get it at Amazon or Walmart. Finally, the Peppa’s Family 4-Figure Pack is perfect for kids that want the bring the whole Pig family together, with Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, little brother George, and Peppa Pig all included. Get it at Target or Walmart.

Related: Peppa Pig Teaches Kids in Hasbro’s Learn with Peppa Program

Kids can catch the Easter-themed Peppa Pig episodes this weekend on Nick Jr. They’ll even be able to play along with the newest toys from Hasbro! Whether kids want to take a trip with Peppa Pig and family or have some fun in a secret clubhouse with her friend Rebecca Rabbit, there’s a charming playset for them.

Crayola Rugs Will Give Playrooms Colorful Flair

Crayola rugs are full of color! | Source: Well Woven

Playrooms deserve to be as colorful as the kids playing in them, and what better way to make that happen than with Crayola carpets?

Crayola is teaming up with Well Woven to make a line of carpets that will liven up any room. There are 14 different designs in the collection, including one with rainbow cross hatching; a lavender carpet that features bunches of flowers and crayons for spring; and a carpet that features a sunny day with clouds floating through the sky and kids using giant crayons to, as the carpet says, “Color the world with kindness.” 
Well Woven’s Crayola rugs add eye-catching aesthetics to any room. | Source: Well Woven

The rugs come in all shapes and sizes, perfect for any kid’s playroom or bedroom. They are also easy to take care of and clean, so adults don’t have to worry about any messes in the pursuit of play. 

Related: 36 of the Best Easter Toys for Baskets, Egg Hunts, and Springtime Fun

The Well Woven Crayola carpets are the perfect backdrop for kids to play with the Glow Art Studio, a Crayola playset featuring a special glow-in-the-dark canvas and a light kids can use to create fun patterns and shapes, including plants, animals, and more. Even better, the Glow Art Studio is reusable for endless play and also is mess-free! You can also find the Colors of Kindness crayons featured in one of the rugs on crayola.com and at major retailers, along with plenty of other Crayola products!

The rugs will launch tomorrow on Amazon, wellwoven.com, walmart.com, wayfair.com, target.com, and overstock.com. While the Crayola rugs are perfect for a playroom, they’re also great for a splash of color all throughout the house!

Excellent Easter Toys on ABC Phoenix

Toy Insider Media Correspondent Deborah Stallings Stumm joined ABC in Phoenix to show off some of the best new toys to fill your kids’ Easter baskets this year. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

YUME DZNR PLUSH COLLECTION — TRANSFORMERS

Yume’s DZNR plush collection celebrates iconic characters and stories. The Transformers line features collectible editions of Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Megatron. Each plush comes in its own collector’s display box complete with character-specific details.

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L.O.L. SURPRISE! SUNSHINE MAKEOVER

Kids can unbox eight surprises, including one of 12 L.O.L. Surprise Dolls, an outfit, shoes, accessories, a bottle, a secret message, and more. When placed in sunlight, each Sunshine Makeover doll will have a color-change transformation to its fashion, hair, makeup, or body. The color change will disappear and reappear when kids take the doll…

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WIXELS

Introducing a new way to color using markers with Wixels Unicorn and Animal Activity Sets. Kids can follow the included color map to create fun, pixelated unicorns, animal art, or create their own design! Watch designs take shape as each square absorbs color into the Wixel Board for a magical 2D outcome. The board is…

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BABY GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Sourced from 100% recycled materials, each of these plush friends is crafted with recycled plush and fill and comes in sustainable packaging. Choose from Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy.

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YUME DZNR PLUSH COLLECTION — TRANSFORMERS

Yume’s DZNR plush collection celebrates iconic characters and stories. The Transformers line features collectible editions of Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Megatron. Each plush comes in its own collector’s display box complete with character-specific details.

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L.O.L. SURPRISE! SUNSHINE MAKEOVER

Kids can unbox eight surprises, including one of 12 L.O.L. Surprise Dolls, an outfit, shoes, accessories, a bottle, a secret message, and more. When placed in sunlight, each Sunshine Makeover doll will have a color-change transformation to its fashion, hair, makeup, or body. The color change will disappear and reappear when kids take the doll…

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WIXELS

Introducing a new way to color using markers with Wixels Unicorn and Animal Activity Sets. Kids can follow the included color map to create fun, pixelated unicorns, animal art, or create their own design! Watch designs take shape as each square absorbs color into the Wixel Board for a magical 2D outcome. The board is…

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Rainy Day Play on Fox 61 Connecticut

Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined Fox 61 in Connecticut to show off toys that are sure to bring out big smiles on the rainiest of days. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

COCOMELON VEGGIE FUN LEARNING BASKET

Toddlers can learn and play with JJ with this 10-piece, musical, interactive, grocery-themed set. It includes a shopping basket, a checkout counter with a handheld scanner, and eight pieces of play food. Little ones can slide the ladybug to select a mode to practice counting or color recognition or to hear facts about fruits and…

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  • $29.99
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  • 18 MOS+

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GEOSAFARI JR. TALKING SPACE EXPLORER

Kids can explore the cosmos and spark curiosity about space with this talking space explorer. View more than 120 images and 13 videos (including ones from NASA) along with 200 space facts and quiz questions voiced by space expert and star of Netflix’s Emily’s Wonder Lab Emily Calandrelli.

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  • 4+

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SKY VIPER HAND-CONTROLLED FORCE HOVER DRONE

Kids can fly the Force Hover Drone without a remote control. The drone's smart sensors detect its surroundings, so kids can toss it into the air and control it with their hand movements.

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WIXELS

Introducing a new way to color using markers with Wixels Unicorn and Animal Activity Sets. Kids can follow the included color map to create fun, pixelated unicorns, animal art, or create their own design! Watch designs take shape as each square absorbs color into the Wixel Board for a magical 2D outcome. The board is…

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INSERT CARD HERE

In this card game, kids can insert a card between two other cards — one that’s lower in value and one that’s higher. Things move fast as the players quickly change the high and low cards and introduce wild and reverse cards into the gameplay. The first player to play all their cards wins the…

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  • 8+

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COCOMELON VEGGIE FUN LEARNING BASKET

Toddlers can learn and play with JJ with this 10-piece, musical, interactive, grocery-themed set. It includes a shopping basket, a checkout counter with a handheld scanner, and eight pieces of play food. Little ones can slide the ladybug to select a mode to practice counting or color recognition or to hear facts about fruits and…

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 18 MOS+

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GEOSAFARI JR. TALKING SPACE EXPLORER

Kids can explore the cosmos and spark curiosity about space with this talking space explorer. View more than 120 images and 13 videos (including ones from NASA) along with 200 space facts and quiz questions voiced by space expert and star of Netflix’s Emily’s Wonder Lab Emily Calandrelli.

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  • $99.99
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  • 4+

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SKY VIPER HAND-CONTROLLED FORCE HOVER DRONE

Kids can fly the Force Hover Drone without a remote control. The drone's smart sensors detect its surroundings, so kids can toss it into the air and control it with their hand movements.

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  • $22.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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WIXELS

Introducing a new way to color using markers with Wixels Unicorn and Animal Activity Sets. Kids can follow the included color map to create fun, pixelated unicorns, animal art, or create their own design! Watch designs take shape as each square absorbs color into the Wixel Board for a magical 2D outcome. The board is…

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INSERT CARD HERE

In this card game, kids can insert a card between two other cards — one that’s lower in value and one that’s higher. Things move fast as the players quickly change the high and low cards and introduce wild and reverse cards into the gameplay. The first player to play all their cards wins the…

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Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with Plush Dolls Inspired by Asian Cultures

Amid Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a new line of soft dolls is showing off the beauty of Asian heritage. 

Joeydolls is a company was founded in response to anti-Asian hate in 2020 that focuses on building pride in AAPI heritage.

“I was worried about the world my daughters would grow up in because of the increase in hate crimes against Asians,” Joeydolls Founder Samantha Ong said in a press release. “That’s when I had the idea to create Joeydolls, as a way to represent the Asian diaspora in a positive light.”

Joeydolls’ new line of Asian Cultural Dolls features plush dolls inspired by six countries: China, the Philippines, Korea, Japan, India, and Vietnam. Each doll features a unique skin tone and cultural elements in its outfit. 
Chinese doll
Vietnamese doll
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The Chinese doll features her hair in two buns with red flowers in them and is wearing a red-and-gold cheongsam — or qipao — and matching shoes. In China, red symbolizes good fortune and joy, and gold represents wealth and prosperity, manifesting those things for anyone who wears those colors. The Vietnamese doll features a red-and-gold, floral ao dai — the traditional outfit of Vietnam with a long tunic, wide pants, and a matching headband.
Filipina doll
Japanese doll
Source: Joeydolls

The Filipino doll is wearing a floral Filipiniana dress with a matching Sampaguita (the Philippines’ national flower) in her hair. She wears wooden clogs, also known as bakya shoes. The Japanese doll is ready for spring, with a red Yukata Kimono covered in pink blossoms that match her Kanzashi hair accessory, a yellow Obi sash, and Geta footwear. 
Indian doll
Korean doll
Source: Joeydolls

Gold details are the star of the show with the Indian doll, which features a gold choli and a matching belt; gold bangles, earrings, and tikka; and a pink dupatta and lehenga skirt with gold detailing! Finally, the Korean doll wears a pastel pink-and-purple Hanbok and a pink headpiece with matching daenggi ribbons, norigae accessories, and gomusin shoes. 

Related: Modi Toys Launches a Plush Laxmi Devi for the Hindu Goddess of Prosperity and Fortune

The Joeydolls Cultural Asian dolls will be available for preorder starting next month. By showcasing the beauty of Asian cultures, Joeydolls is prepping a new generation to take pride in where they come from.

Conquer the Ultimate Boss Battle with This New “Fire-Breathing” Bowser

Whether he’s the fearsome antagonist of the current game you’re playing or your favorite racer in Mario Kart, Bowser and his red, bushy eyebrows are just as iconic as Mario in the Super Mario franchise. With the new movie (out today!) in theaters, Bowser is sure to be top of fans’ minds again — and now, kids can bring him home with this fun, fire-breathing action figure.

Inspired by Bowser from The Super Mario Bros. movie (voiced by Jack Black), the 7-inch “Fire Breathing” Bowser Figure from Jakks Pacific features 15 points of articulation so that kids can re-create all of their favorite Super Mario boss battles from the video games and the movie. The figure itself is also a nice chunky size, so little hands can maneuver him easily.

For an extra level of fun, this figure features an illuminated, “fire-breathing” effect, making him seem as formidable as he does on-screen. The prep is easy: Put 8-10 drops of water in the spout on the back of Bowser’s head, and pop off his shell to put in the batteries. Once you replace the shell, press down on one of his spikes to see a light-up misting effect that looks even cooler in the dark. (I recommend using some sort of dropper to get the water in, but I carefully poured a little bit in from a glass and that worked just fine, too). 

Related: Jakks Pacific Is Dropping New Super Mario Toys Like Red Shells

To peak collectors’ interests, the figure comes in a display-worthy box, so if you’re not looking to re-create adventures with Bowser, you can show him off on a shelf. From his gradient coloring to his perfectly coiffed locks, this figure includes just as much detail as it does fun.

Whether you’re a lifelong Mario fan or have kids that are brand-new to the Mushroom Kingdom, this King Koopa is a must-add to your collection. It’s sure to be one of the “hottest” toys for the new movie!

Pudgy Penguins Figures Bring the Cute (with a Side of Phygital Fun)

All four Pudgy Penguins figures | Source: PMI

Next month, the Pudgy Penguins are waddling into the toy aisle!

The new Pudgy Penguins Figures from PMI are a collection of adorable vinyl figures, each featuring a wild and wacky outfit. The penguin figures are designed for kids and collectors ages 8 and up and stand about 4.5 inches tall.

At launch, there will be four styles of Pudgy Penguins figures to collect. For those who aren’t familiar with the Pudgy Penguins, they are a series of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) that debuted in 2021. The limited pieces of digital penguin art feature versions of the bird with five changing attributes: background, body, face, head, and skin.
The Pudgy Penguins figures come inside a window box, perfect for display shelves. | Source: PMI/The Toy Insider

The physical Pudgy Penguins toys aim to replicate the variability of their NFT counterparts. Each of the penguin figures has a different body and face, plus two removable accessories, which means kids can mix and match them to create an even wider range of looks for their figures if they collect more than one. The super-cute figures also come packaged in a window box, so you won’t have to worry about accidentally doubling up while trying to collect them all.

At $12.99, the figures are also affordable. Combined with the mix-and-match play pattern and fun style, they make for a cute collectible on their own. However, there is also a digital component to this toy.

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Inside the box, kids will also discover an adoption certificate for their new Pudgy Penguin, which features a QR code that kids can scan to unlock digital NFT content. Basically, the QR code generates a string of numbers and letters that you input into pudgyworld.com. The unique code will unlock a set of eight virtual items, including different penguin skins (offering different colors and patterns), accessories, and facial expressions. Then, kids can use those items — which range in rarity — to customize and save a virtual penguin avatar.

The items that kids redeem using the QR code don’t directly match the Pudgy Penguins figure that they collect — this is where the surprise reveal element comes into play. Kids under the age of 13 will need adult supervision when using pudgyworld.com, and users must create an account with a valid email to make their penguin avatar.
Source: PMI

Once users perfect their Pudgy Penguin character, they can name and finalize their new virtual pal. Then the penguin hatches from a virtual egg and is stamped with its official date and time of creation. At this stage, users can download a GIF or an image of their final penguin.

As kids collect additional real-life penguin figures, they can unlock new looks for their Forever Pudgy Penguin pal and update it on the site. At this time, creating the avatar is the extent of playability on pudgyworld.com. However, PMI has teased a more extensive interactive world on the way for these virtual characters.

Whether kids are looking for a cute piece of room decor or are interested in an age-appropriate intro to the world of NFTs, the Pudgy Penguins figures are a *cool* place to start!

This Video Game Transforms Homes into Hot Wheels Racing Tracks

The game set includes the Chameleon RC car, four Rift Gates for track building, and a charging cable. | Source: Velan Studios

It’s time for the ultimate racing adventure!

Hot Wheels Rift Rally is an epic mixed-reality racing video game released by Mattel and Velan Studios. Gear up for an adventure like no other, as Hot Wheels Rift Rally uses Velan’s R/C mixed-reality technology to blend digital and real-world environments in players’ homes. That means kids can create their own Hot Wheels racing tracks inside their living rooms! 
Kids can turn their living room into a track with this mixed-reality video game. | Source: Velan Studios

In the game, players can choose to get behind the wheel of some iconic Hot Wheels cars using the Chameleon car, which can transform into more than 140 different cars, including fan-favorites like Twin Mill, Bone Shaker, Mach Speeder, and more. 
Players can choose from more than 140 iconic Hot Wheels cars to race and complete challenges with. | Source: Velan Studios

Players begin the game by choosing from two unique game modes: Campaign Mode or Stunt Mode. In Campaign Mode, players can create a mixed-reality track and complete challenges and races. In Stunt Mode, players will stunt the Chameleon R/C by completing drifts, wheelies, and burnouts to hit high scores and earn rewards. 

Related: Tots Can Zip Around the Pool in a Motorized Little Tikes Float

There are endless ways to play Hot Wheels Rift Rally, from the unique ability to customize the look and performance of the car to all the mini games, puzzles, and challenges. Kids can play solo or multiplayer.

Hot Wheels Rift Rally is available on the App Store, Sony PlayStation 4, and Sony PlayStation 5. Hot Wheels Rift Rally Standard Edition and Deluxe Edition are available now for $129.99 and $149.99 respectively.

Catch ‘Shaq’s Garage’ on Pluto TV This June

Shaq’s Garage | Source: Genius Brands/The Toy Insider

Shaq’s Garage is almost here! After announcing the Shaquille O’Neal-fronted cartoon series in 2020, Genius Brands is finally set to premiere Shaq’s Garage on Pluto TV’s Kartoon! Channel. On June 25, fans can watch the first 26 episodes of this new action-adventure comedy series.

An animated version of the 4-time NBA champion will introduce young audiences to his family of living cars known as the “Shaq PA” and enlist them to help citizens in their hometown community of Ollanta. The show’s concept takes inspiration from O’Neil’s real-life love of all things cars!

Along with voicing himself in the upcoming series, O’Neal will also play the part of one of his very own trucks from the Shaq PA, Biggie D. The basketball-legend-turned-TV-personality will also serve as one of the show’s executive producers. But, Shaq isn’t the only sports celebrity offering his voice to the project: NFL Superbowl champion Rob Gronkowski will play Shaq’s bestie Grenoble. 

Related: New Episodes of PBS Kids Favorites Are Streaming this April

On the heels of the show’s big premiere, Genius Brands will promote Shaq’s Garage on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok with a social marketing campaign that includes influencer collaborations and companion content. Genius Brands is also in works to develop a full-scale consumer products retail program for the show, so maybe we’ll all get to see some Shaq toys soon. 

Whether your kid is a car junkie or a die-hard Shaquille O’Neal fan, they can catch the first season of Shaq’s Garage when it hits the Kartoon Channel! on Pluto TV on June 25. 

‘PJ Masks Power Heroes’ Is Coming to Disney Junior and Disney+

Old favorites and new heroes come together to save the day! | Source: eOne

The PJ Masks are getting new friends, new powers, and a new headquarters in the new series PJ Masks Power Heroes from Hasbro‘s entertainment studio eOne.

The animated series continues off of the original PJ Masks show that captured the imagination of kids everywhere after its debut in 2015. The original was a huge success, now with more than 19.5 billion global lifetime views on YouTube.

PJ Masks Power Heroes features all the original favorite heroes, with Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko returning to fight villainy. The show is also getting six new diverse Power Heroes for more action and more super-powered day-saving. The trailer for the series dropped on Disney Junior’s YouTube channel last week — watch it below!
The new show will have new heroes, a new HQ, and more! | Source: Disney Junior YouTube

One new hero is Ice Cub, known as Ivan outside of his hero costume, who is the first PJ Masks character with a disability. Ice Cub is a wheelchair user who uses his powers to snowboard when in hero-mode. Ice Cub is voiced by Nylan Parthipan, who was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy at the age of two. Nylan is eager to see the impact Ice Cub’s representation can have on kids with disabilities, hoping they’ll “think they can be anything they dream to be.”

Related: PJ Masks Celebrates Real-Life Heroes with Special Event

PJ Masks Power Heroes will drop on Disney Junior at 7 p.m. EST on April 19. It will also be available the same day on Disney+ for those that prefer streaming. The first episode, “Heroes Everywhere,” will show the PJ Masks dealing with an asteroid that has the power to turn heroes into villains. Kids can catch the premiere that will have all the themes they already know and love, like being a hero, accepting others, and working together!

Top Toys for Car Rides and Rainy Days on Wake Up with Cheddar

Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Marissa Silva joined Wake Up with Cheddar to talk about the best toys to keep kids entertained on rainy days, long car rides, or both. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

SKETCH PALS BUG BUDDIES

Kids can write and doodle on the black board with the attached stylus, with their fingernails, or with almost anything. The screen will clear completely with the push of a button to start over again. Kids can attach Sketch Pals to book bags, lunch boxes, or luggage, and the stylus is attached so it won't…

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POP UP MARIO

In this Super Mario Bros.-inspired game, players take turns sliding paddles into Mario’s pipe. When a player picks the correct slot to insert their paddle, Mario will bounce out of the pipe and that player wins the game.

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  • Age:
  • 4+

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LEGO CREATOR 3 IN 1 EXOTIC PARROT

Little builders and passionate animal fans can travel deep into the rainforest for action-packed stories with this set. Kids can build three different exotic animal toys with this set. Kids can build a colorful parrot sitting on a tree branch or rebuild it into a playful fish swimming at the bottom of the sea or…

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  • 19.99; $24.99 CAD
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LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET

Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.

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DANCING CRAB BUBBLE MACHINE

This self-walking crab bubble machine moves side-to-side on its eight moving legs. Listen to fun underwater music as the machine dances back and forth, emitting a continuous stream of bubbles blowing from its mouth. The machine comes with a 4-oz bottle of bubble solution.

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  • 3+

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SKETCH PALS BUG BUDDIES

Kids can write and doodle on the black board with the attached stylus, with their fingernails, or with almost anything. The screen will clear completely with the push of a button to start over again. Kids can attach Sketch Pals to book bags, lunch boxes, or luggage, and the stylus is attached so it won't…

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POP UP MARIO

In this Super Mario Bros.-inspired game, players take turns sliding paddles into Mario’s pipe. When a player picks the correct slot to insert their paddle, Mario will bounce out of the pipe and that player wins the game.

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LEGO CREATOR 3 IN 1 EXOTIC PARROT

Little builders and passionate animal fans can travel deep into the rainforest for action-packed stories with this set. Kids can build three different exotic animal toys with this set. Kids can build a colorful parrot sitting on a tree branch or rebuild it into a playful fish swimming at the bottom of the sea or…

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LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET

Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.

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Earth Rangers Teams Up with Dawn for Earth Month

The Earth Explorers app turns conservation into a fun game! | Source: Earth Rangers

Earth Rangers, the biggest youth conservation effort in the world, is teaming up with Dawn Dish Soap for Earth Month!

The partnership between Earth Rangers and Dawn is designed to inspire kids to be “wildlife heroes” though digital eco-advocacy. The partnership will support Dawn’s partner charities, International Bird Rescue and the Marine Mammal Center. 
Earth Rangers has more than 350,000 members in Canada and the U.S. | Source: Earth Rangers

Through the Earth Rangers app, kids can compete in community challenges for virtual badges, points, and more. This month, Earth Rangers and Dawn are launching Shoreline Saver, a mission that encourages kids to care about wildlife and the environment by organizing their own shoreline cleanup at local beaches, lakes, and ponds. As they complete their mission, kids will also learn important lessons, including giving wildlife space, making sure any human snacks are picked up so they don’t make wild animals sick, pointing out signs that wildlife is sick or injured, and what to do if they encounter wildlife.

Related: Stand Up for the Environment with the ‘Earth Rangers’ App

If kids complete their mission by the end of June, they can get a free adoption that supports the International Bird Rescue or the Marine Mammal Center. Kids can choose from a common loon or a harbor seal. Each pet adoption includes a snuggly plush toy and an adoption certificate. 

The Earth Rangers app is available for free on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Check out the Earth Rangers website to learn more.

Sesame Workshop Celebrates Every Person and Puppet for Autism Acceptance Month

In “Princess Paints A Lot,” Julia and her friends come up with a fun princess story. | Source: Sesame Workshop

Sesame Workshop is celebrating every person and puppet for Autism Acceptance Month! The organization kicked things off today with resources all about belonging and expressing yourself as an artist. The content has been created as a part of Sesame Workshop’s Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children initiative.

Two new videos are out on the Sesame Street YouTube channel featuring the character Julia and her friends. “Princess Paint A Lot” features Julia, Abby, and Rosie working together to make a story about a painter princess. “Julia’s Needed” brings in fan-favorite Elmo as well as Rudy, who both need Julia’s help to paint a rainbow.
Elmo and Rudy need Julia’s expertise as an artist! | Source: Sesame Workshop

Sesame Workshop has also released some fun printables, with three pages that kids can use to create a self-portrait and then put themselves in storybook scenes. Kids can also enjoy the new storybook, Julia and the Super-Sunny Celebration, all about teamwork, available digitally now on the Sesame Workshop website. 
The digital storybooks feature a reader and turnable pages. | Source: Sesame Workshop

The overall initiative will also include tie-ins with theme parks. Throughout the month of April, the Sesame Place theme parks, Busch Gardens, and SeaWorld Orlando will give away educational storybooks and host meet-and-greets with Julia and her friends. Sesame Workshop is striving to make fill April with belonging through even more events, such as the Midories performing the song “We Belong” live on Autism Awareness Day in Tokyo, Japan.

Related: Elmo Is Leading the Charge to Help Military Families Stay Healthy

The Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children initiative came about in 2015 with the help of more than 250 organizations and experts within the autistic community. The character Julia was introduced the same year as the first Sesame Street character with autism. Since the initiative’s inception, it has aimed to foster understanding as well as provide resources and other content to support families. The new storybook, printouts, and videos join a library of existing content for everyone to enjoy.

Toys for the Perfect Easter Basket on NBC Boston

Toy Insider Parent and Contributing Editor Charlene DeLoach joined NBC in Boston to show off the best toys to complete the best Easter basket ever. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

OUTDOOR SIDEWALK CHALK

Kids can explore their creativity outdoors with Crayola's outdoor chalk. There are three types of chalk kids can choose from. ??Super Chalk: Super Chalk lasts three times longer than traditional Crayola chalk sticks and features 10 colors: red, orange, laser lemon, granny apple smooth, cerulean, violet, white, black, pink flamingo, and red violet. ($1.25) Super…

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BABY GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Sourced from 100% recycled materials, each of these plush friends is crafted with recycled plush and fill and comes in sustainable packaging. Choose from Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy.

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CARE BEARS MICRO PLUSH

Get ready for big Care Bears fun in a micro scale! The Care Bears kids know and love are tinier and more magical than ever. Play with besties like Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, Good Luck Bear, Harmony Bear, and Laugh-a-Lot Bear in their adorable micro size. Each bear comes with their own unique look and…

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PUDGY PENGUINS FIGURES 1 PACK WINDOW BOX (S1) + DIGITAL EXPERIENCE REDEMPTION CODE

Adopt your Pudgy Penguins forever friend! Each of these 4.5 inch collectible figures come with interchangeable accessories and a redeemable code, unlocking digital penguin customization using trait boxes. You can obtain rare traits, have a unique Pudgy Penguin registered to your name on the blockchain, and trade traits on the Pudgy Penguin marketplace!

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YUME DISNEY 100 SURPRISE CAPSULES

Each capsule contains a figure, unique accessories, a background scene card, and a transforming, 360-degree display. Kids can solve the clues to reveal one of 14 characters in Series 1, including two rare chase characters.

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L.O.L. SURPRISE! SUNSHINE MAKEOVER

Kids can unbox eight surprises, including one of 12 L.O.L. Surprise Dolls, an outfit, shoes, accessories, a bottle, a secret message, and more. When placed in sunlight, each Sunshine Makeover doll will have a color-change transformation to its fashion, hair, makeup, or body. The color change will disappear and reappear when kids take the doll…

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OUTDOOR SIDEWALK CHALK

Kids can explore their creativity outdoors with Crayola's outdoor chalk. There are three types of chalk kids can choose from. ??Super Chalk: Super Chalk lasts three times longer than traditional Crayola chalk sticks and features 10 colors: red, orange, laser lemon, granny apple smooth, cerulean, violet, white, black, pink flamingo, and red violet. ($1.25) Super…

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  • MSRP:
  • $1.25–$14.99
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  • 4+

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CARE BEARS MICRO PLUSH

Get ready for big Care Bears fun in a micro scale! The Care Bears kids know and love are tinier and more magical than ever. Play with besties like Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, Good Luck Bear, Harmony Bear, and Laugh-a-Lot Bear in their adorable micro size. Each bear comes with their own unique look and…

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YUME DISNEY 100 SURPRISE CAPSULES

Each capsule contains a figure, unique accessories, a background scene card, and a transforming, 360-degree display. Kids can solve the clues to reveal one of 14 characters in Series 1, including two rare chase characters.

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L.O.L. SURPRISE! SUNSHINE MAKEOVER

Kids can unbox eight surprises, including one of 12 L.O.L. Surprise Dolls, an outfit, shoes, accessories, a bottle, a secret message, and more. When placed in sunlight, each Sunshine Makeover doll will have a color-change transformation to its fashion, hair, makeup, or body. The color change will disappear and reappear when kids take the doll…

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Sonic the Hedgehog Squishmallows Pop Up Online

Hans the hedgehog is one of the original Squishmallows, but it’s time for him to share the spotlight with Sonic, the famous blue hedgehog from the SEGA video games.

The Sonic the Hedgehog Squishmallows that first launched a few months ago are making their way online, with plush versions of the classic characters Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Shadow. Sonic and Shadow even have 3D hedgehog spikes coming out of their backs, while Knuckles and Tails have long tails.
Watch out for those hedgehog spikes on Sonic’s back! | Source: Claire’s

Like all Squishmallows, these new additions to the squad are made of soft and squishy spandex “EF” and polyester stuffing that makes each character as puffy as a marshmallow. They’re also machine washable if you throw them in a pillowcase, machine wash on cold, tumble dry on the lowest setting (or air dry), and floof them back to their original shape.

Related: Hello Kitty & Friends Squishmallows Get Even Sweeter for Spring

Both Claire’s and BoxLunch are offering the four characters in 8-inch styles available as a mystery purchase. When you buy one for $19.99 at Claire’s or $24.90 at BoxLunch, you’ll receive one of the Sonic characters, but you won’t know which until it arrives. There are also larger versions available at other retailers, like the 10-inch Sonic Squishmallow available at GameStop.

Toys for a Sugar-Free Easter Basket on Good Day Philadelphia

Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined Good Day Philadelphia to talk about great toys that can replace candy in their kids’ Easter baskets this year. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

CRAYOLA COLOR WONDER

Color Wonder offers a mess free, magic reveal coloring experience that keeps kids busy and engaged by the freedom to be creative, choose their colors, and design their own unique way. The new Color Wonder Foldalopes include Cocomelon and Spidey & His Amazing Friends. Holds everything in one place and features 18 themed coloring pages…

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REAL LITTLES MICRO CRAFTS

Inside these colorful, plastic caboodles, kids will find the materials for one of six DIY crafts. Each craft kit creates a micro version of a popular crafting item, such as a lightbox, bath bombs, or a terrarium. Kids can also use the stackable caboodles for storage.

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DISNEY DOORABLES SQUISH’ALOTS SERIES 1

Kids can collect 50 different miniature Disney Doorables Squish’Alots collectible figures in Series 1. Each capsule includes 4-6 blind-bagged figures. Kids can open the front door to find the first blind bag, then twist the roof of the tower-shaped capsule to find additional 1-inch figures inspired by Disney and Pixar films.

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CRA-Z-SLIMY MINI MANIA

Each pack of Scented Mini Mania Slimy Foods contains two surprises. This set includes 10 miniature products filled with scented slimy. Kids will discover each food-themed slimy, including honey, gel-lo, spring water, soda, cheese crackers, sweet pickles, peanut butter, slushy, ice cream, and cake mix. The containers keep the slimy soft and stretchy.

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INSERT CARD HERE

In this card game, kids can insert a card between two other cards — one that’s lower in value and one that’s higher. Things move fast as the players quickly change the high and low cards and introduce wild and reverse cards into the gameplay. The first player to play all their cards wins the…

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KANOODLE PYRAMID

This multiplayer, collaborative, brain-teaser game features a tabletop board and geometric pieces that fit together to solve 200 2D and 3D puzzles. Kids can enhance their strategic, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills as they play.

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 7+

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CRAYOLA COLOR WONDER

Color Wonder offers a mess free, magic reveal coloring experience that keeps kids busy and engaged by the freedom to be creative, choose their colors, and design their own unique way. The new Color Wonder Foldalopes include Cocomelon and Spidey & His Amazing Friends. Holds everything in one place and features 18 themed coloring pages…

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  • MSRP:
  • $4.99-7.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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REAL LITTLES MICRO CRAFTS

Inside these colorful, plastic caboodles, kids will find the materials for one of six DIY crafts. Each craft kit creates a micro version of a popular crafting item, such as a lightbox, bath bombs, or a terrarium. Kids can also use the stackable caboodles for storage.

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  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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CRA-Z-SLIMY MINI MANIA

Each pack of Scented Mini Mania Slimy Foods contains two surprises. This set includes 10 miniature products filled with scented slimy. Kids will discover each food-themed slimy, including honey, gel-lo, spring water, soda, cheese crackers, sweet pickles, peanut butter, slushy, ice cream, and cake mix. The containers keep the slimy soft and stretchy.

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INSERT CARD HERE

In this card game, kids can insert a card between two other cards — one that’s lower in value and one that’s higher. Things move fast as the players quickly change the high and low cards and introduce wild and reverse cards into the gameplay. The first player to play all their cards wins the…

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KANOODLE PYRAMID

This multiplayer, collaborative, brain-teaser game features a tabletop board and geometric pieces that fit together to solve 200 2D and 3D puzzles. Kids can enhance their strategic, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills as they play.

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Awesome Outdoor Toys on Fox 61 Connecticut

Toy Insider Senior Editor Madeleine Buckley joined Fox 61 in Connecticut to show off the best toys for kids to enjoy outside in the beautiful spring weather. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

BARBIE 12-INCH BIKE

The 12-inch Barbie bike is giving fashionable Malibu vibes with a pink, yellow, and blue color palette. It features Barbie and her friends on the frame and handlebar pad and comes with an iridescent handlebar bag. The bike features Barbie details and styling throughout the frame, chain guard, and training wheels, and it has accessible…

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FLYBAR FUNPARK RING TOSS

Step right up and take a chance on this classic game of luck and skill. Bring the Flybar FunPark Giant Inflatable Ring Toss Game to your backyard. Set a starting mark, ring a bottle and score! Perfect for the whole family, this game is 3 feet tall, sets up in minutes, and provides hours of…

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DANCING CRAB BUBBLE MACHINE

This self-walking crab bubble machine moves side-to-side on its eight moving legs. Listen to fun underwater music as the machine dances back and forth, emitting a continuous stream of bubbles blowing from its mouth. The machine comes with a 4-oz bottle of bubble solution.

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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CRAFT-TASTIC NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT JOURNAL

Experience the magic of nature with Scavenger Hunt Journal! Kids can go outside and collect natural ingredients, then add them to their journal using stickers. The journal has 32 pages full of nature-inspired fun to get kids out exploring nature. Kids can look around nature for the materials to fill their journals, and learn a…

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R/C HIGH-PERFORMANCE OFF-ROAD BLAZE MONSTER TRUCK

Inspired by Blaze and the Monster Machines, this R/C monster truck is designed to look like the titular character. The rechargeable car features large tires and a range of up to 150 feet.

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FLYBAR FUNPARK RING TOSS

Step right up and take a chance on this classic game of luck and skill. Bring the Flybar FunPark Giant Inflatable Ring Toss Game to your backyard. Set a starting mark, ring a bottle and score! Perfect for the whole family, this game is 3 feet tall, sets up in minutes, and provides hours of…

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  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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CRAFT-TASTIC NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT JOURNAL

Experience the magic of nature with Scavenger Hunt Journal! Kids can go outside and collect natural ingredients, then add them to their journal using stickers. The journal has 32 pages full of nature-inspired fun to get kids out exploring nature. Kids can look around nature for the materials to fill their journals, and learn a…

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New Episodes of PBS Kids Favorites Are Streaming this April

New episodes of Rosie’s Rules feature new adventures and friendship! | Source: PBS Kids

A new month means new episodes of kids’ favorite PBS Kids shows! PBS Kids has tons of new content coming to its Amazon Prime Video channel this April, including new episodes of Rosie’s Rules and Alma’s Way. 

In the latest volume of Rosie’s Rules, Rosie and her friends play pretend pirates, plan virtual breakfasts together, find lost dogs, recreate Chilean traditions, build cardboard houses, and more. Volume 5 of Rosie’s Rules features three new episodes heading to Amazon Prime Video on April 7.
Alma’s Way is introducing new stories and friends in Volume 9! | Source: PBS Kids

Volume 9 of Alma’s Way will hit Prime Video on April 28 with three new episodes. These episodes feature Alma helping others with unexpected problems, playing games, and making videos and fun rap music. Alma also meets a new friend, Beto, who moved into town from San Diego. Beto is sad that the Bronx Beach isn’t like the one in San Diego, but Alma shows him that the beach can still be fun, even if it’s different from the one he is used to. 

Related: Season 2 of ‘The Arthur Podcast’ Launches This Month

Three other PBS Kids shows will also begin streaming on Prime Video this month, including Volume 14 of Let’s Go Luna!, which comes out on April 7; Volume 15 of Cyberchase, launching on April 14; and Volume 1 of Sing-Along with PBS Kids, debuting on April 21.

With new episodes coming soon, kids will have something to look forward to every week in April!

These Rainbow High Fashion Dolls Let Their True Colors Shine

Six new characters join the Rainbow High Fashion Dolls collection. | Source: MGA Entertainment

Imagine a world where everyone shows off their differences just as much as they show off their style. The Rainbow High characters do just that, proving that we should all embrace our true selves and let our personalities shine as bright as our outfits. There are six new characters joining the Spring ‘23 line of Rainbow High Fashion Dolls from MGA Entertainment, each with their own color scheme and fashionably fierce attitude.
The articulated dolls are full of fresh details. | Source: MGA Entertainment

Recommended for kids ages 4 and up, the 11-inch dolls represent even more shades of the rainbow. The new dolls joining the Spring ’23 collection include Michelle St. Charles (orange), Priscilla Perez (bright pink), Victoria Whitman (light pink), Olivia Woods (camo green), Kim Nguyen (denim blue), and Aidan Russell (silvery purple). Each doll comes with a trendy outfit; shoes; hangars; a comb; a doll stand; and various accessories for role playing, such as hair dryers, sewing machines, makeup brushes, cell phones, laptops, earbuds, sunglasses, and more.
Olivia Woods
Kim Nguyen
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The details are the best part, with sewn fashions that will make your own closet jealous, like Kim’s spliced denim/leather jacket, Michelle’s translucent jacket, and the pearl studs dotting Victoria’s ruffles. Some of the characters have long, manicured nails, while others keep them short and sweet. They also have realistic glass eyes; long eyelashes; and thick, brushable hair (you just have to wash the hair to remove the styling gel first).
Aidan Russell
Michelle St. Charles
Victoria Whitman
Source: MGA Entertainment

Fans may also be familiar with the animated Rainbow High series on Netflix and YouTube. These new dolls embrace the brand’s messaging that kids should be proud to let their true colors shine. They feature a variety of skin tones and include a boy doll named Aidan. Victoria also joins the squad as the first Rainbow High doll with head-to-toe freckles.

Related: Kids Can Be Fashionistas in the ‘L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Fashion House’ Mobile Game

The dolls are fully articulated in their head, arms, hands, and legs, making it easy to dress them, add the accessories, pose them, or just display them on the doll stand. They are sold separately and if kids get them all and line them up, they make up a rainbow full of bold colors and fashion choices.

The Spring ’23 line of Rainbow High Fashion Dolls will have every kid dreaming that they can be friends with this bright bunch, while inspiring them to embrace their differences with pizzazz.

Celebrate Earth Day with Little Changers

Each capsule has an interactive playset with four activations! | Source: IMC Toys

Kids can learn to embrace eco-friendly habits with a new line of travel-friendly dolls.

Cry Babies Little Changers by IMC Toys is a sustainable mini doll line. Each doll is made with environmentally friendly materials and is themed after an element found in nature. Kids ages 6 and up can collect all six different characters: Aqua, Sunny, Windy, Moon, Greeny, and Sparkly.

Packaged in a mini flower-themed surprise capsule, each doll comes with a playset with character-specific details, including four activations and a fun water reveal. But the capsule is not just about the doll reveal, it’s also packed with role-playing features! Kids can play on the boat, discover a duck, spin the swans, and much more. Kids can activate the water reveal by using the included dropper to reveal a flower hidden in the playset. The flower rises after just a few drops and is the same color as the mini-doll in the set! The flower rising is a one-time thing, but there are many other interactive elements kids can continue to explore. 
There are six total characters kids can collect in the Little Changers series. | Source: IMC Toys

At just 1.18 inches tall, the Little Changers are the tiniest Cry Babies ever made. Plus, kids can add to their play experience by exploring Kitoons, a new animated YouTube series that chronicles the adventures of the Little Changers. Kids can watch as the Little Changers teach the Cry Babies to make meaningful eco-friendly changes by changing small, everyday habits.

Related: Big Feelings Nesting Fruit Friends Are Here to Improve Kids’ SEL Skills

Kids can put the capsule back together in seconds for easy travel. The dolls will keep your little ones entertained for hours on long trips, making them perfect for spring and summer fun. The Little Changers can make a great Earth Day celebration gift and at just $10, they’re also a great budget-friendly option for parents looking to teach their kids about sustainability through play.

Sugar-Free Easter Baskets on KABC Los Angeles

Toy Insider Media Correspondent Deborah Stallings Stumm joined ABC 7 in Los Angeles to show off the most exciting new toys of the spring and toys to fill up the perfect Easter basket. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

CHOCOLY

Tweens with a sweet tooth will love this logic-based game. As kids play the game, they must stack and place their tiles to be the one taking up the most area at the end of the game.

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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DISNEY DOORABLES PUFFABLES PLUSH SERIES 3

Behind every door a surprise is in store with Disney Doorables Puffables Plush. Imagine the fun of a mystery unboxing experience with a 10-inch squishable plush character hidden inside a tiny house! Have fun with kids as they try to guess who's inside. Will it be a character from Disney's Mickey and Friends, Alice in…

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  • Age:
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BLUEY’S TREE PLAYSET

Climb into Bluey’s world with this 11-inch-tall tree playset, which features a treehouse, a swing, a hammock, a secret door, and more. It comes with two exclusive figures inspired by the series: Flower Crown Bluey from the “Rug Island” episode and a fairy from the “Fairies” episode.

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  • Age:
  • 3+

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MAXX BUBBLES BUBBLE BARRAGE

Create an endless amount of bubbles! Designed with fun styling and bold colors, this is sure to be a bubble blowing hit this summer. It's easy to use, just screw in the bubble solution and pull the trigger to blow a continuous streak of bubbles. Kids will love the fast bubble blowing action and parents…

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE PLAYSET

Kids can test their Koosh skills in a head-to-head game. The set includes two paddles and a colorful Koosh ball, making it perfect to play inside or outside.

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  • $16.99; $29.99 CAD
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  • 4+

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CHOCOLY

Tweens with a sweet tooth will love this logic-based game. As kids play the game, they must stack and place their tiles to be the one taking up the most area at the end of the game.

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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DISNEY DOORABLES PUFFABLES PLUSH SERIES 3

Behind every door a surprise is in store with Disney Doorables Puffables Plush. Imagine the fun of a mystery unboxing experience with a 10-inch squishable plush character hidden inside a tiny house! Have fun with kids as they try to guess who's inside. Will it be a character from Disney's Mickey and Friends, Alice in…

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  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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OUTDOOR SIDEWALK CHALK

Kids can explore their creativity outdoors with Crayola's outdoor chalk. There are three types of chalk kids can choose from. ??Super Chalk: Super Chalk lasts three times longer than traditional Crayola chalk sticks and features 10 colors: red, orange, laser lemon, granny apple smooth, cerulean, violet, white, black, pink flamingo, and red violet. ($1.25) Super…

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  • MSRP:
  • $1.25–$14.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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MAXX BUBBLES BUBBLE BARRAGE

Create an endless amount of bubbles! Designed with fun styling and bold colors, this is sure to be a bubble blowing hit this summer. It's easy to use, just screw in the bubble solution and pull the trigger to blow a continuous streak of bubbles. Kids will love the fast bubble blowing action and parents…

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE PLAYSET

Kids can test their Koosh skills in a head-to-head game. The set includes two paddles and a colorful Koosh ball, making it perfect to play inside or outside.

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  • MSRP:
  • $16.99; $29.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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The Force Is with These New Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures Toys

The LEGO Tenoo Jedi Temple set features Yoda, Kai Brightstar, and Lys Solay minifigures as they train in the ways of the Jedi! | Source: LEGO

Star Wars is gearing up for its new kids’ series, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures, with a new line of toys and merchandise.

Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures is an animated series that follows a group of Jedi younglings as they explore the galaxy, help those in need, and learn the ways of the Force from the likes of Master Yoda. With tons of young kids getting their first introductions to the Star Wars universe, companies are already mastering the Force with new toys!
Kai Brightstar and Taborr Pop-Up Lightsaber Duel 2-Pack
Jedi Pilot Nubs Vehicle Set
Jedi Pilot Kai Brightstar Vehicle Set
Lys Solay and Training Droid Pop-Up Lightsaber Duel 2-Pack
Kids can recreate moments from the show with Hasbro’s playsets! | Source: Hasbro

Hasbro’s line of Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures toys features figures that kids ages 3 and up can use to reenact their favorite scenes from the show or come up with their own storytelling. There are four playsets in this collection: the Jedi Pilot Kai Brightstar and Jedi Pilot Nubs Vehicle Sets, each featuring two Jedi younglings and their starships; the Kai Brightstar and Taborr Pop-Up Lightsaber Duel 2-Pack; and the Lys Solay and Training Droid Pop-Up Lightsaber Duel 2-Pack. All four sets will be available this summer. 
Mattel has plush-ified the younglings from Young Jedi Adventures! | Source: Mattel

With Mattel’s Young Jedi Adventures plush toys, kids can snuggle up with Kai Brightstar, Nubs, and Lys Solay while they watch new episodes of galactic fun! The plush toys will be available this summer. LEGO is also getting in on the Jedi trend with the Tenoo Jedi Temple set, which is designed for kids ages 4 and up and sets the scene for Jedi training with Master Yoda!
Disney’s Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures merch will be available in the Disney parks and at shopDisney! | Source: Disney

Disney also has a line of merch headed to the Disney parks and shopdisney.com soon, including T-shirts, a Nubs backpack, and a plush Nubs!

Related: Disney+ and Disney Junior Set to Release ‘Young Jedi Adventures’ to Celebrate Star Wars Day

Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures premieres on Disney+ and Disney Junior on Star Wars Day — May 4! The Jedi and the Sith can agree that kids will love the new characters, especially with these new toys!

These Naturally Weighted Plushies Help Reduce Anxiety with a Big Hug

FluffyWeight animals are available in cat and dog designs. | Source: FluffyWeight

Sometimes you just need a good snuggle. FluffyWeight is a therapeutically weighted stuffed animal designed to reduce anxiety and help with sensory meltdowns. The plush cats and dogs have big, fluffy paws that kids can wrap around themselves like a full-body hug.

FluffyWeight was created with guidance from occupational therapists and from the beginning of the development process, prototypes were tested in the homes of kids and adults with ADHD, autism, anxiety, and those who are considered highly sensitive. The materials are sensory-friendly, with a soft outer fabric and a naturally weighted interior.
The FluffyWeight outer covers are easy to remove to swap designs or wash. | Source: FluffyWeight

Parents can remove the outer coat from the main body of the FluffyWeight animals to throw it in the washing machine if needed. They can also purchase additional outer casings so that kids don’t have to go without their FluffyWeight friend while the other coat is getting cleaned.

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FluffyWeight stuffed animals are available in a dog or a cat design for $78 each, weighing 5.5 pounds each. Parents can also purchase a cat or a dog design with an extra cover bundle for $106 or a back-up cover coat in either a cat or a dog style for $28. There is also a FluffyWeight Mini Puppy that weighs 3 pounds, which makes a great travel companion, available for $48.

Head to fluffyweight.com to check them out.

New Episodes of ‘Hello Kitty: Super Style’ Launch on Amazon Kids+

Hello Kitty made her 3D debut in this Amazon Kids+ Original animated series. | Source: Amazon Kids+

Hello Kitty is gracing our TVs with new episodes of Hello Kitty: Super Style on Amazon Kids+.

Created for viewers ages 5-8, the 52-episode series launched with six episodes last December and now there are some fresh episodes available to stream. In the series, Hello Kitty is a hometown hero in Cherry Town, helping her friends overcome obstacles, putting smiles on their faces, and bringing the community even closer together.

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In each episode, Hello Kitty activates her bow to turn into an adventurer, a pop star, a detective, and more. Sanrio fans will recognize some of their favorite characters, like Keroppi and Badtz-maru, while meeting some new faces along the way. Viewers will learn how to overcome fears, share with friends, and try new things through social-emotional life lessons about confidence and compassion.

Hello Kitty: Super Style is available with an Amazon Kids+ subscription on Fire TV, Fire Tablet, or iOS and Android devices.

Toys for a Super Spring Break Staycation on Fox 61 Connecticut

Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined Fox 61 in Connecticut to show off the best toys to keep kids entertained during a spring break at home. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

H2OGO! WONDER HOOPS BOUNCE PARK

The H2OGO! Wonder Hoops Bounce Park is this summer's next craze. Parents will love the quick inflation and set up, as the included blower inflates the park in less than two minutes. Kids will love having a bounce park in their own backyard! Challenge family and friends to a gravity defying game of basketball as…

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  • $199.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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COCOMELON TUMBLING PLAY MAT

Play, jump, and dance alongside J.J. and friends with the Cocomelon Tumbling Play Mat! Measuring more than 6 feet long, this bright 5-panel mat is the perfect addition to active playtime. With comfortable padding made to soften jumps and tumbles, its thick foam cushion is built to keep kids safe while improving their movement, strength,…

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  • $69.99
  • Age:
  • 18 MOS+

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WHAT DO YOU MEME? FAMILY EDITION – EXPANSION PACK

Families can create hilarious family-friendly memes with caption and photo cards with this game. Each What Do You Meme? Family Edition game contains 300 caption cards and 64 photo cards.

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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KODAK PUZZLES

Kids can discover beautiful scenery with Kodak Puzzles. With the 1000 Piece Puzzle, kids can experience the rich, true colors. The jigsaw puzzle is made with European blue puzzle board and cut into uniquely shaped pieces for added fun and enjoyment. The 500 Piece Illuminated Jigsaw Puzzle lights up with 20 LEDs.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.95; $9.97-14.97 CAD
  • Age:
  • 10+

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FLYBAR FUNPARK 12V BUMPER CAR

The new version of Flybar’s Bumper Car is twice as large as the previous iteration and supports up to 88 pounds. It features LED lights, a rechargeable 12-volt battery, and an accelerator button that riders can use to reach a max speed of 2.24 mph.

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  • $249
  • Age:
  • 6+

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H2OGO! WONDER HOOPS BOUNCE PARK

The H2OGO! Wonder Hoops Bounce Park is this summer's next craze. Parents will love the quick inflation and set up, as the included blower inflates the park in less than two minutes. Kids will love having a bounce park in their own backyard! Challenge family and friends to a gravity defying game of basketball as…

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  • $199.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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COCOMELON TUMBLING PLAY MAT

Play, jump, and dance alongside J.J. and friends with the Cocomelon Tumbling Play Mat! Measuring more than 6 feet long, this bright 5-panel mat is the perfect addition to active playtime. With comfortable padding made to soften jumps and tumbles, its thick foam cushion is built to keep kids safe while improving their movement, strength,…

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  • MSRP:
  • $69.99
  • Age:
  • 18 MOS+

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WHAT DO YOU MEME? FAMILY EDITION – EXPANSION PACK

Families can create hilarious family-friendly memes with caption and photo cards with this game. Each What Do You Meme? Family Edition game contains 300 caption cards and 64 photo cards.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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KODAK PUZZLES

Kids can discover beautiful scenery with Kodak Puzzles. With the 1000 Piece Puzzle, kids can experience the rich, true colors. The jigsaw puzzle is made with European blue puzzle board and cut into uniquely shaped pieces for added fun and enjoyment. The 500 Piece Illuminated Jigsaw Puzzle lights up with 20 LEDs.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.95; $9.97-14.97 CAD
  • Age:
  • 10+

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FLYBAR FUNPARK 12V BUMPER CAR

The new version of Flybar’s Bumper Car is twice as large as the previous iteration and supports up to 88 pounds. It features LED lights, a rechargeable 12-volt battery, and an accelerator button that riders can use to reach a max speed of 2.24 mph.

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  • $249
  • Age:
  • 6+

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Super Spring Break Toys on Great Day Connecticut

Toy Insider Parent and Contributing Editor Charlene DeLoach joined Great Day Connecticut on CBS in Hartford to show off the best toys to keep kids entertained during a fun spring break week. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

POP ART SOFT MAMMOTH

These cute elephants are vibrant and whimsical plush, with designs featuring popcorn, candy, and more. The Mammoth size is the largest of the Pop Art Soft collection at 12 inches tall, so there’s plenty of room for a big cuddle.

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  • $19.98
  • Age:
  • 4+

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3DOODLER START+ MAKER BUNDLE

This 3D printing pen engages kids’ imagination with the press of a button! Kids can make 3D figures with this bundle which includes more than 20 design projects, a kid-friendly printing pen, and colorful filaments.

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  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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BE KIND CUBES

Start a kindness conversation around Valentine's Day (and every day) with the Be Kind Cubes. Roll the cube, read the prompt, and introduce kids to social-emotional learning. Includes six cubes with 36 conversation prompts in three fun categories: Kindness, compliments, and manners.

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  • MSRP:
  • $13.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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DISNEY CASTLE COLLECTION

Immerse yourself in the worlds of fan-favorite Disney heroines: Ariel, Aurora, Belle, Cinderella, Elsa, Jasmine, Merida, Mulan, Rapunzel, and Snow White. Each 1,000-piece puzzle illustrates the character along with an interior look at her castle.

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  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 14+

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KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE PLAYSET

Kids can test their Koosh skills in a head-to-head game. The set includes two paddles and a colorful Koosh ball, making it perfect to play inside or outside.

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  • MSRP:
  • $16.99; $29.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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3DOODLER START+ MAKER BUNDLE

This 3D printing pen engages kids’ imagination with the press of a button! Kids can make 3D figures with this bundle which includes more than 20 design projects, a kid-friendly printing pen, and colorful filaments.

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  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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BE KIND CUBES

Start a kindness conversation around Valentine's Day (and every day) with the Be Kind Cubes. Roll the cube, read the prompt, and introduce kids to social-emotional learning. Includes six cubes with 36 conversation prompts in three fun categories: Kindness, compliments, and manners.

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  • MSRP:
  • $13.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE PLAYSET

Kids can test their Koosh skills in a head-to-head game. The set includes two paddles and a colorful Koosh ball, making it perfect to play inside or outside.

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  • MSRP:
  • $16.99; $29.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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Big Feelings Nesting Fruit Friends Are Here to Improve Kids’ SEL Skills

Kid playing with the Nesting Fruit | Source: Learning Resources

It’s never too early to start teaching little ones about their emotions — or that fruit can be fun! 

Social-emotional learning (SEL) is one of the most crucial aspects of development for young kids, especially in their first years of life. Learning Resources is here to help parents get their kids in touch with their feelings and better understand the emotions of those around them with the Big Feelings Nesting Fruit Friends. 

These plastic fruit toys introduce toddlers ages 18 months and up to the 10 most common human emotions while offering the classic toddler play pattern of nesting and stacking items. Smiles, laughs, frowns, and other facial expressions are plastered on to these adorable fruits, which fit inside each other. 

The full set includes an apple, a pineapple, a strawberry, a grape, and a melon that each have faces on both sides to indicate opposing emotions. For example, the grape has a smiley face on one side, while the other side has an unamused expression. 
Big Feelings Nesting Fruit Friends | Source: Learning Resources

The Big Feelings Nesting Fruit Friends are designed just like wooden nesting dolls we’ve all seen before. Kids have the ability to enclose each fruit inside of one another to help them better understand concepts such as shapes, colors, and spatial awareness. The fruits are also textured, which makes the pieces easier for tiny toddler hands to grab. Kids can easily place them on top of one another without the need of attachments like snaps or ribs to connect. Just like the wooden nesting dolls, it’s as simple as placing the end of one fruit to another and voila! This makes them the perfect activity for parents looking to hone their little ones’ fine motor skills. 

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Kids can become easily enthralled by stacking these colorful fruits on top of one another and seeing their hilariously drawn faces. Parents can play along with their kids by giving each fruit its own fun voice and emoting each emotion. Not only will it add to the fun of the Nesting Fruit Friends, but it can also help kids better contextualize the feelings each fruit’s face is made to emote. The set also comes with a guidebook to help parents get a better grasp on how they can make the playing experience even more fun.  

These easily graspable, adorable fruit pals are here to help kids harness the power of SEL by introducing them to the intricacies of human feelings. Whether your kid is screaming at the top of their lungs or laughing until their sides hurt, they’ll know exactly what emotion they’re feeling thanks to the Big Feelings Nesting Fruit Friends.

This Eric Carle-Inspired Garden Is a Perfect Rainy Day Activity

The Ready to Grow Garden comes with everything needed for chia to thrive! | Source: Creativity for Kids/The Toy Insider

Spring is officially here and that means a lot of rainy day play is ahead.

Creativity for Kids‘ The Very Hungry Caterpillar: Ready to Grow Garden is a terrarium that’s inspired by the childhood classic story and grows real chia with a little help from kids. As a ‘90s kid, I appreciate it bringing the Eric Carle story into play in a way that doesn’t actually involve real hungry caterpillars (Let’s keep those toys in the past!). As a parent, I appreciate that it’s a compact and relatively mess-free rainy-day activity.

Related: Toys for Rainy Day Fun on CBS Hartford

Set up is simple and involves putting stickers on the apple-shaped container and then filling it with everything needed to make chia thrive. Kids will first fill it with moistened dirt, rocks, and seeds, and then spray it with a bit of water. Everything — even the water mister — is included! 

Next is where science and patience get involved. Kids wait 3-5 days for their chia to sprout, misting it along the way, and keeping it in a sunny spot. The 3-5 day wait is the perfect sweet-spot because kids can build up excitement, but won’t forget about it and get bored.
Set up of the Ready to Grow Garden is simple. | Source: Creativity for Kids

This garden will truly grow kids’ minds. I even learned that chia seeds are, in fact, what grows chia and not just for putting in your yogurt to call yourself healthy. They’ll learn to follow directions, about nature, what makes some plants thrive, and more. All of this while creating an adorable terrarium to sit on your window sill.

In addition to its apple-shaped appearance and caterpillar figure, this set embodies Eric Carle’s story in other ways. Kids are encouraged to re-create their own version of The Very Hungry Caterpillar as they work, so imagination is also mixed in with scientific fun.

For more than 50 years kids have been enjoying The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and this set gives parents a new way to share an old favorite.

Gel Blasters and PaddleSmash Will Help Get Kids Active This Spring

Get your teens outside this spring! | Source: Gel Blaster

There’s nothing like fun in the sun!

Get the kids outside this spring with Gel Blasters and PaddleSmash! The Gel Blasters line features toy blasters that blast non-toxic and eco-friendly gel pellets that are safe for both kids and pets. Paddle Smash combines the fun of Pickleball and Spikeball as a fun way to compete outdoors. 
The Gel Blaster Surge features safe, non-toxic gel pellets that are activated with water. | Source: Gel Blaster

Perfect for kids ages 9 and up, the Gel Blaster Surge blasts gel pellets that leave no stain and disintegrate on contact by dehydrating immediately. The gel pellets (called Gellets) can reach speeds of up to 170 feet per second. Kids can upgrade their Gel Blaster Surge with the Starfire Feedneck for glow-in-the-dark play. 
PaddleSmash only requires a little bit of space for a whole lot of fun! | Source: PaddleSmash

Bring kids’ competitive sides out with PaddleSmash! This active game only requires a flat surface and kids can play it at the beach, the park, or while waiting for a pickleball court to free up. Each set comes with a PaddleSmash court, a foldable net, four pickleball paddles, and two pickleballs. Players ages 12 and up can stand on the opposite side of the court from their teammates to bump, set, and smash the ball into the court so it bounces in and over the net. If they miss, the other team scores. Best for two to four players, each game takes around 15 minutes to play. 

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The Gel Blaster Surge is available for $49.99 on Amazon and PaddleSmash is available for $199.99 on Amazon. Grab your loved ones and go enjoy the nice weather with these new games!

Big Celebrities Get Illustrated for New Golden Book Biographies

Golden Books will publish seven celebrity Little Golden Book Biographies this summer. | Source: Golden Books/The Toy Insider

Little Golden Books have been around for 80 years now, but these books are more relevant than ever with new biographies of some of the hottest celebrities around. 

This summer, Golden Books is publishing seven Golden Book Biographies featuring Taylor Swift, Dwayne Johnson, Simone Biles, Julie Andrews, Iris Apfel, John McCain, and Tony Bennett. The biographies chronicle famous singers, actors, athletes, fashion icons, and political figures in an easy-to-digest, illustrated format so parents can share their love for these popular celebs with their kids.
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Whether you snagged tickets to the Eras Tour or left your heart in San Francisco, there are Golden Book Biographies for some famous singers. Swifties can share their love for Taylor Swift (written by Wendy Loggia, illustrated by Elisa Chavarri) with their little ones, while those with a flair for jazz can learn more about the story of Tony Bennett (written by Deborah Hopkinson, illustrated by Barbara Bongini).

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When it comes to the big screen, there are biographies for some big-name actors and actresses. Dwayne Johnson, also known as “The Rock,” written by Frank Berrios and illustrated by Irene Chan. When Dwayne’s dream of playing in the NFL didn’t pan out, he found a different path to success, showing kids that anyone can overcome obstacles. The Julie Andrews biography is written by Christy Webster and illustrated by Sue Cornelison, recounting the life of the Broadway and film star.
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There are new biographies coming out for some big names in sports, fashion, and politics, as well. The Simione Biles biography (written by JaNay Brown-Wood, illustrated by Kim Holt) chronicles the athletic achievements of the Olympic medalist and world-champion gymnast. The Iris Apfel biography (written by Deborah Blumenthal, illustrated by Ellen Surrey) shares more on the interior designer and style icon. The John McCain biography (written by Gram Adams, illustrated by John Joven) gives kids more information on the six-term U.S. senator from Arizona and Republican political figure.

Look for these riveting new reads in stores this summer! There are many other Little Golden Books Biographies available now, including stories that cover Beyoncé, Betty White, Barack Obama, Bob Ross — and those are just the “B’s”.

Hey, Batter, Batter! Junk Ball Is a Pitcher’s Best Friend

Junk Balls | Source: Little Kids

Looking to get your star pitcher ready for Little League tryouts? Little Kids has two new products to help prepare athletes for some homeruns: the Junk Ball Umpire Strike Zone and the Junk Ball Wild Pitch Collectible Balls.

The Junk Ball Umpire Strike Zone acts as an umpire, a scoreboard, and a coach. Designed for kids ages 5 and up, it comes complete with a strike zone, bar tap sliders, a collectible ball, and a sticker, to give kids the ultimate baseball experience. Pitchers can perfect their tosses by throwing their balls anywhere in the gray area of the strike zone without the need of a batter. 
Junk Ball Umpire Strike Zone | Source: Little Kids

But, it’s not just a stand-in umpire. The Strike Zone also serves a scoreboard, keeping track of strikes, outs, and more. Players looking to hone their skills can even get pointers by referencing the pitch guide to get a guaranteed strike. The Umpire Strike Zone is available for $49.99 and it comes with a randomized Junk Ball. Kids can receive one of six common balls or get lucky and snag one of five rare collectible balls. 

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Pitchers can also collect up to 12 additional Junk Balls to put some spice into their game. With Junk Balls, pitchers can control the direction of their throws, allowing them to serve tricky pitches like knuckleballs, curveballs, and sliders. Not only does this offer a challenge to the player on bat, it also helps young pitchers learn how to maneuver their tosses to get a guaranteed strike out. 
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Designed for kids ages 5 and up, the Junk Ball Wild Pitch Collectible Balls come in blind bags for $3.99 each. There are 12 different styles that have unique designs, like marbling and hydro-dipping.

Junk Ball products are available at dickssportinggoods.com.

Toys for Rainy Day Fun on CBS Hartford

Toy Insider Parent and Contributing Editor Charlene DeLoach joined CBS in Hartford to show off the best toys to keep kids entertained when the weather outside is dreary. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

CLEAN SWEEP LEARNING CADDY

This set includes an interactive bucket and pretend cleaning tools, including a spinning mop and a soap pump complete with squirting sound effects. Kids can follow verbal directions to dance and play games.

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  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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POP UP PIRATE

Swashbucklers beware! If the pirate pops up, ye be out! Push the pirate into the barrel and take turns sliding the swords into the barrel slots. But beware — if the pirate pops up, kids are out! This fun game will keep kids guessing since the slot that makes the pirate pop changes every time.…

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SLAM WORDS

In this game, players shake the cup and slam it shut to reveal three letters, then quickly find a word that uses the three letters. Pass the cup to the next player who has to find a new word or they are out.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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MGA’S MINIVERSE MAKE IT MINI FOOD – CAFE

Miniverse is the only mini collectible that kids can prep, set, and display. Each surprise ball comes with realistic mini "ingredients" and kitchen accessories to make mini replicas of snacks and desserts. With this surprise ball, kids can make mini play drink items like boba tea. Kids can compare the contents of their package with…

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  • Age:
  • 8+

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

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  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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CLEAN SWEEP LEARNING CADDY

This set includes an interactive bucket and pretend cleaning tools, including a spinning mop and a soap pump complete with squirting sound effects. Kids can follow verbal directions to dance and play games.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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POP UP PIRATE

Swashbucklers beware! If the pirate pops up, ye be out! Push the pirate into the barrel and take turns sliding the swords into the barrel slots. But beware — if the pirate pops up, kids are out! This fun game will keep kids guessing since the slot that makes the pirate pop changes every time.…

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  • Age:
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SLAM WORDS

In this game, players shake the cup and slam it shut to reveal three letters, then quickly find a word that uses the three letters. Pass the cup to the next player who has to find a new word or they are out.

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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MGA’S MINIVERSE MAKE IT MINI FOOD – CAFE

Miniverse is the only mini collectible that kids can prep, set, and display. Each surprise ball comes with realistic mini "ingredients" and kitchen accessories to make mini replicas of snacks and desserts. With this surprise ball, kids can make mini play drink items like boba tea. Kids can compare the contents of their package with…

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  • Age:
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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

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  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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Toys for a Sugar-Free Easter Basket on NBC Phoenix

Toy Insider Senior Editor Jackie Cucco joined NBC in Phoenix to show off the best new toys to curate a healthy Easter basket. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

GUND PETER RABBIT WITH CHICKS

Introduce kids to the classic character from the beloved illustrated world of Beatrix Potter. This super-soft 9.5-inch, deluxe Peter Rabbit plush features Peter holding a trio of chicks. Surface-washable for easy cleaning.

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  • $24.95
  • Age:
  • 1+

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LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET

Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SKETCH PALS BUG BUDDIES

Kids can write and doodle on the black board with the attached stylus, with their fingernails, or with almost anything. The screen will clear completely with the push of a button to start over again. Kids can attach Sketch Pals to book bags, lunch boxes, or luggage, and the stylus is attached so it won't…

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DISNEY DOORABLES MULTI PEEK SERIES 9

Behind every door is a surprise in store! Unbox five, six, or seven Disney figurines. Then, open the doors! Series 9 includes 50 new characters, including a variety of special figures such as soulful pearlized translucent, eye-catching metallic, and unique 25th Anniversary characters from Disney's Mulan. Each character stands 1.5-inches tall and features stylized detailing…

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  • MSRP:
  • $11.99; $16.97 CAD
  • Age:
  • 5+

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

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  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE PLAYSET

Kids can test their Koosh skills in a head-to-head game. The set includes two paddles and a colorful Koosh ball, making it perfect to play inside or outside.

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  • MSRP:
  • $16.99; $29.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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GUND PETER RABBIT WITH CHICKS

Introduce kids to the classic character from the beloved illustrated world of Beatrix Potter. This super-soft 9.5-inch, deluxe Peter Rabbit plush features Peter holding a trio of chicks. Surface-washable for easy cleaning.

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.95
  • Age:
  • 1+

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LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET

Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SKETCH PALS BUG BUDDIES

Kids can write and doodle on the black board with the attached stylus, with their fingernails, or with almost anything. The screen will clear completely with the push of a button to start over again. Kids can attach Sketch Pals to book bags, lunch boxes, or luggage, and the stylus is attached so it won't…

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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DISNEY DOORABLES MULTI PEEK SERIES 9

Behind every door is a surprise in store! Unbox five, six, or seven Disney figurines. Then, open the doors! Series 9 includes 50 new characters, including a variety of special figures such as soulful pearlized translucent, eye-catching metallic, and unique 25th Anniversary characters from Disney's Mulan. Each character stands 1.5-inches tall and features stylized detailing…

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  • MSRP:
  • $11.99; $16.97 CAD
  • Age:
  • 5+

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

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  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE PLAYSET

Kids can test their Koosh skills in a head-to-head game. The set includes two paddles and a colorful Koosh ball, making it perfect to play inside or outside.

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  • MSRP:
  • $16.99; $29.99 CAD
  • Age:
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Top Travel Toys on Good Day D.C.

Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined Good Day D.C. to show off the best new toys to keep kids entertained on long road trips this spring. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

BABY GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Sourced from 100% recycled materials, each of these plush friends is crafted with recycled plush and fill and comes in sustainable packaging. Choose from Roise Bunny, Clove Bear, and Bay Puppy.

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  • $20
  • Age:
  • 0+

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LEARNING FRIENDS 100 WORDS BOOK

Kids can touch each picture to hear the animal friends say toddler-appropriate words, along with facts and sound effects. In Fun Sounds Mode, kids can touch the light-up star button to hear two learning songs.

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 18 MOS+

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MINDFUL MAZE GARDEN PACK

These two double-sided boards cover four nature-themed breath patterns. Kids can use a finger to follow the breathing tracks or add multisensory elements to extend the fun, like pompoms or beans. While they follow the maze, they will learn different breathing techniques that encourage mindfulness, self soothing, and self-management skills.

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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CRAYOLA COLOR WONDER

Color Wonder offers a mess free, magic reveal coloring experience that keeps kids busy and engaged by the freedom to be creative, choose their colors, and design their own unique way. The new Color Wonder Foldalopes include Cocomelon and Spidey & His Amazing Friends. Holds everything in one place and features 18 themed coloring pages…

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  • MSRP:
  • $4.99-7.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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DASH KIDS TRAVEL DRAWING KIT

Dash is the kids drawing kit that’s perfect during travel — long car rides, road trips, and airplane flights are instantly better. The whole family can enjoy playing 5 in a Row, Dots & Boxes, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Search & Find while on the road. Kids can use the included stylus or even a fingernail to…

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  • Age:
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FASHION FIDGETS

Fashion Fidgets are dolls that feature fun styles and fidgets! Features multiple fidget features, including spinners, pop-its, soft press, gears, switches, joysticks, monkey hair, phone wires, and more. Kids can choose from three new styles: Rainbow, Mermaid, or Pets. Fashion Fidgets Rainbow: These rainbow dolls come with removable skirts that kids can mix and match.…

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  • MSRP:
  • $5.99-$12.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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SLAM WORDS

In this game, players shake the cup and slam it shut to reveal three letters, then quickly find a word that uses the three letters. Pass the cup to the next player who has to find a new word or they are out.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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LEARNING FRIENDS 100 WORDS BOOK

Kids can touch each picture to hear the animal friends say toddler-appropriate words, along with facts and sound effects. In Fun Sounds Mode, kids can touch the light-up star button to hear two learning songs.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 18 MOS+

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MINDFUL MAZE GARDEN PACK

These two double-sided boards cover four nature-themed breath patterns. Kids can use a finger to follow the breathing tracks or add multisensory elements to extend the fun, like pompoms or beans. While they follow the maze, they will learn different breathing techniques that encourage mindfulness, self soothing, and self-management skills.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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CRAYOLA COLOR WONDER

Color Wonder offers a mess free, magic reveal coloring experience that keeps kids busy and engaged by the freedom to be creative, choose their colors, and design their own unique way. The new Color Wonder Foldalopes include Cocomelon and Spidey & His Amazing Friends. Holds everything in one place and features 18 themed coloring pages…

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  • MSRP:
  • $4.99-7.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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DASH KIDS TRAVEL DRAWING KIT

Dash is the kids drawing kit that’s perfect during travel — long car rides, road trips, and airplane flights are instantly better. The whole family can enjoy playing 5 in a Row, Dots & Boxes, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Search & Find while on the road. Kids can use the included stylus or even a fingernail to…

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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FASHION FIDGETS

Fashion Fidgets are dolls that feature fun styles and fidgets! Features multiple fidget features, including spinners, pop-its, soft press, gears, switches, joysticks, monkey hair, phone wires, and more. Kids can choose from three new styles: Rainbow, Mermaid, or Pets. Fashion Fidgets Rainbow: These rainbow dolls come with removable skirts that kids can mix and match.…

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  • MSRP:
  • $5.99-$12.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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SLAM WORDS

In this game, players shake the cup and slam it shut to reveal three letters, then quickly find a word that uses the three letters. Pass the cup to the next player who has to find a new word or they are out.

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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The Spring’s Hot New Toys on Washington’s Fox 5

Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined Like It or Not Lunch Hour on Fox 5 in Washington to show off the hottest new toys of the spring. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

WADDLE HIP HOPPERS

Waddle Hip Hoppers are hoppers for ultimate bouncing fun! Kids can bounce around the lawn or room, joust with friends, enter wacky races, toss around for a crazy game of catch, or just use it as a seat in the sun. These colorful, large hoppers help kids develop balance and control, supporting up to 250…

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99; $53.15 CAD
  • Age:
  • 5+

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DANCING CRAB BUBBLE MACHINE

This self-walking crab bubble machine moves side-to-side on its eight moving legs. Listen to fun underwater music as the machine dances back and forth, emitting a continuous stream of bubbles blowing from its mouth. The machine comes with a 4-oz bottle of bubble solution.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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DISNEY DOORABLES SQUISH’ALOTS SERIES 1

Kids can collect 50 different miniature Disney Doorables Squish’Alots collectible figures in Series 1. Each capsule includes 4-6 blind-bagged figures. Kids can open the front door to find the first blind bag, then twist the roof of the tower-shaped capsule to find additional 1-inch figures inspired by Disney and Pixar films.

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  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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BLUEY’S TREE PLAYSET

Climb into Bluey’s world with this 11-inch-tall tree playset, which features a treehouse, a swing, a hammock, a secret door, and more. It comes with two exclusive figures inspired by the series: Flower Crown Bluey from the “Rug Island” episode and a fairy from the “Fairies” episode.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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BIG ADVENTURES BY LITTLE TIKES

These toy vehicles are designed to encourage outdoor, STEM-based play. The line includes a space rover, a safari SUV, and a submarine. Each vehicle comes with three tools, some of which detach, such as the binoculars, flashlight, and compass on the SUV.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99-26.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LEGO CREATOR 3 IN 1 EXOTIC PARROT

Little builders and passionate animal fans can travel deep into the rainforest for action-packed stories with this set. Kids can build three different exotic animal toys with this set. Kids can build a colorful parrot sitting on a tree branch or rebuild it into a playful fish swimming at the bottom of the sea or…

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  • MSRP:
  • 19.99; $24.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 7+

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KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE PLAYSET

Kids can test their Koosh skills in a head-to-head game. The set includes two paddles and a colorful Koosh ball, making it perfect to play inside or outside.

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  • MSRP:
  • $16.99; $29.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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WADDLE HIP HOPPERS

Waddle Hip Hoppers are hoppers for ultimate bouncing fun! Kids can bounce around the lawn or room, joust with friends, enter wacky races, toss around for a crazy game of catch, or just use it as a seat in the sun. These colorful, large hoppers help kids develop balance and control, supporting up to 250…

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99; $53.15 CAD
  • Age:
  • 5+

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LITTLE TIKES BIG ADVENTURES LINE

These toy vehicles combine play, fun, and learning with real, working STEM tools. The Safari SUV includes three detachable tools: binoculars, a flashlight, and a compass. The spinning wheels detach from the Safari SUV and transform into binoculars with 3X magnification. The Safari SUV's headlights transform into a working flashlight and the Safari SUV's back…

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99-24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LEGO CREATOR 3 IN 1 EXOTIC PARROT

Little builders and passionate animal fans can travel deep into the rainforest for action-packed stories with this set. Kids can build three different exotic animal toys with this set. Kids can build a colorful parrot sitting on a tree branch or rebuild it into a playful fish swimming at the bottom of the sea or…

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  • MSRP:
  • 19.99; $24.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 7+

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KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE PLAYSET

Kids can test their Koosh skills in a head-to-head game. The set includes two paddles and a colorful Koosh ball, making it perfect to play inside or outside.

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  • $16.99; $29.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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D&D Comes to Minecraft for a Full Adventure Story

Kids can explore the Forgotten Realms within a game they already know and love! | Source: Wizards of the Coast

A new D&D Direct — a virtual presentation from the Dungeons & Dragons team that gives updates about the brand — dropped yesterday. The news-packed presentation brought all sorts of excitement for tabletop players with it, including some updates for kids who are just getting into the game. The classic survival crafting video game Minecraft is popular among creative kids everywhere, and it’s now getting a new DLC featuring the world of D&D!

The Minecraft D&D DLC will feature a full story, voice-acting, and beloved locations from the Forgotten Realms, such as Candlekeep and Icewind Dale. Kids can choose their favorite D&D class and roll up a character to adventure through the story. Well-known D&D monsters will also appear, reimagined in the Minecraft style, including mimics, displacer beasts, beholders, and more. 
The new Minecraft DLC features new mechanics based on the rules of D&D. | Source: Wizards of the Coast

According to Wizards of the Coast Senior Producer Tom Argent, Mojang and Everbloom Games, makers of the DLC, have a “deep understanding and love of the brand,” so kids who know D&D will be delighted to see the world in Minecraft and those who are new can get to know the lore through a game they already love. 

Kids can also bring Minecraft monsters to their games of D&D, with official stat blocks releasing for iconic creatures like the Creeper, Enderman, and Ender Dragon. Little adventurers will be surprised to see one of their favorite video game monsters making its way into their tabletop campaign. 
Some new figure drops are both cute and scary! | Source: Wizards of the Coast

Outside of the virtual world, WizKids is releasing some exciting new figures with the D&D Replicas of the Realms set. Introduced in yesterday’s Direct, this collectible set includes a fearsome mimic and an adorable baby owlbear. Kids can grab their favorite and get to enacting their own D&D adventures.

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Little Dungeons & Dragons players everywhere can get excited about the brand, no matter their favorite way to play. With this and even more on the way from D&D, there’s never been a better time to roll up to the table!

Kids Will Be as Cool as Link with Nintendo’s New ‘Legend of Zelda’ Switch

The Legend of Zelda Switch features gold and green details. | Source: Nintendo

If your young gamer hasn’t already told you, we’re getting close to the release of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Nintendo Switch. And there’s no cooler device for kids to play the long-awaited game on than the Nintendo Switch OLED Model The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Edition. 

The new model takes a classic Nintendo Switch OLED Model and gives it a Hylian twist. The dock of the switch, which houses the 7-inch OLED screen, features a gold Hylian crest and other game-inspired patterns. The detachable Joy-Con controllers have gold bases with white-and-green detailing for a fun gaming experience for young Legend of Zelda fans. 
The system hits shelves on April 28. | Source: Nintendo

The system has three play settings: TV mode, for when the system is docked; handheld mode, where the Joy-Con controllers are attached to the system; and tabletop mode, which is great for playing with friends. The Nintendo Switch OLED Model The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Edition comes out on April 28 but it is available to preorder now.

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The system is perfect for playing the new game, which comes out on May 12. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the sequel to Breath of the Wild, where players follow Link on his adventures through the skies of Hyrule. 

Sheetz and Ripken Baseball Hit a Home Run With Community-Focused Baseball Clinics

Sheetz is teaming up with Ripken Baseball to bring a series of baseball clinics across eastern America. | Source: Sheetz

Spring is finally here, which means that baseball season is, too! 

Sheetz, the popular American convenience store chain, is partnering up with Ripken Baseball to bring youth baseball clinics to Philadelphia, Virginia, Maryland, Ohio, North Carolina, and West Virginia. The clinics begin on April 10 and will continue through June 1, aiming to get kids outdoors and to teach them the fundamentals of baseball.

Players will work on important baseball techniques such as fielding, hitting, and throwing with Ripken Baseball instructors. Once playtime is over, kids will receive a Sheetz treat, fruit, and a giveaway. Spanning across three hours, the Sheetz Community Clinics presented by Ripken Baseball will take place at the following markets and dates, with exact timing and locations subject to change: 

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Monday, April 10 at 5 p.m. – York, Pennsylvania
  • Memorial Park, 630 East Rockdale Ave., York, Pennsylvania

Monday, April 10 at 5 p.m. – Manassas, Virginia
  • Signal Hill Park, 9300 Signal View Dr., Manassas Park, Virginia

Tuesday, April 11 at 5 p.m. – Frederick, Maryland
  • Othello Park, 1091 A Jefferson Pike, Knoxville, Maryland

Tuesday, April 11 at 5 p.m. – Richmond, Virginia
  • Horace Edwards Baseball Field, 608 S. Harrison Street, Richmond, Virginia

Wednesday, April 12 at 5 p.m. – Hagerstown, Maryland
  • Hagerstown Fairground Softball Fields, 421 N. Cleveland Ave., Hagerstown, Maryland

Thursday, April 13 at 5 p.m. – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • North Strabane Park, 1929 Route 519, Canonsburg, Pennsylvania

Friday, April 14 at 6 p.m. – Cleveland, Ohio
  • Forest Hill Park, 2370 Lee Blvd, Cleveland Heights, Ohio

Monday, April 17 at 5 p.m. – Columbus, Ohio
  • Lou Berliner Sports Complex, 1300 Deckenbach Road, Columbus, Ohio

Thursday, May 11 at 5 p.m. – Greensboro, North Carolina
  • Ed Price Field, 2920 School Park Road, High Point, North Carolina

Wednesday, May 17 at 5 p.m. – Raleigh, North Carolina
  • Honeycutt Park, 1032 Clear Creek Farm Dr, Raleigh, North Carolina

Tuesday, May 23 at 6 p.m. – Morgantown, West Virginia
  • Mylan Park, 500 Mylan Park Lane, Morgantown, West Virginia

Thursday, June 1 at 6 p.m. – Charleston, West Virginia
  • Little Creek Park, Little Creek Park Road, Charleston, West Virginia

Pre-registration for the Sheetz Community Clinics presented by Ripken Baseball is now live at ripkenbaseball.com/sheetz. Better head over quickly! Availability is limited, so little baseball players should register soon. 

Toys for a Super Spring Break on Fox 45 Baltimore

Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined Fox 45 in Baltimore to show off the best toys to enjoy on a spring break staycation. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

BLIPPER

This motorized, rideable bicycle is made specifically to give older kids a safe, yet thrilling experience. The Blipper model provides more advanced riding, with an accelerator lever for riders to gradually decrease the speed of the bike with a release of their thumb, as well as a max speed of 12.5 mph.

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  • $529.99
  • Age:
  • 13+

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MATCHBOX ACTION DRIVERS SUPER CLEAN CARWASH PLAYSET

This playset is packed with all the fun details of a real-life car wash and no water is necessary! Drive into the wash where working spinners and rollers clean up cars and get them ready for the road. Made from 40% ISCC-Certified plastics and was designed for disassembly and easy recycling as part of the…

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  • MSRP:
  • $23.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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L.O.L. SURPRISE! O.M.G. SUNSHINE MAKEOVER

The Sunshine Makeover segment is introducing a top-performing feature in an all-new way. For the first time ever, L.O.L. Surprise! fans will be able to explore color change transformations with these new dolls that reveal complete hair and fashion metamorphoses. By taking the dolls outside, during any time of day whether it's sunny or cloudy,…

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  • Age:
  • 4+

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JOHN DEERE BUBBLE ‘N GO MOWER

Kids pretend they are working in the yard just like grown-ups with this officially licensed John Deere bubble mower that features mechanical gear sounds and rugged tires. Kids will enjoy a stream of bubbles as they push the mower. The machine comes with a 4-oz bottle of bubble solution.

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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FLYBAR FUNPARK OVERSIZED INFLATABLE SKEE-BALL

This version of the classic arcade game inflates to more than 11 feet long, allowing families to play a giant round of Skee-Ball at home. The set comes with four rubber balls, a pump, and ground stakes.

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  • MSRP:
  • $149.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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MATCHBOX ACTION DRIVERS SUPER CLEAN CARWASH PLAYSET

This playset is packed with all the fun details of a real-life car wash and no water is necessary! Drive into the wash where working spinners and rollers clean up cars and get them ready for the road. Made from 40% ISCC-Certified plastics and was designed for disassembly and easy recycling as part of the…

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  • $23.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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L.O.L. SURPRISE! O.M.G. SUNSHINE MAKEOVER

The Sunshine Makeover segment is introducing a top-performing feature in an all-new way. For the first time ever, L.O.L. Surprise! fans will be able to explore color change transformations with these new dolls that reveal complete hair and fashion metamorphoses. By taking the dolls outside, during any time of day whether it's sunny or cloudy,…

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  • $26.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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JOHN DEERE BUBBLE ‘N GO MOWER

Kids pretend they are working in the yard just like grown-ups with this officially licensed John Deere bubble mower that features mechanical gear sounds and rugged tires. Kids will enjoy a stream of bubbles as they push the mower. The machine comes with a 4-oz bottle of bubble solution.

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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FLYBAR FUNPARK OVERSIZED INFLATABLE SKEE-BALL

This version of the classic arcade game inflates to more than 11 feet long, allowing families to play a giant round of Skee-Ball at home. The set comes with four rubber balls, a pump, and ground stakes.

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  • $149.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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Super Mario Movie Toys on The List

Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined The List to show off the best new toys inspired by the brand-new Super Mario Bros. Movie. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE 5-INCH FIGURE SERIES WITH ACCESSORY – ASSORTMENT

Wave 1 of these 5-inch figures features Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Toad. Featuring premium details, the figures have 8-16 points of articulation, realistic eyes, and come packaged in a premium window box.

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE 7-INCH “FIRE BREATHING” BOWSER FIGURE

Bowser features 15 points of articulation and a “fire breathing” special effect. Kids can activate the fire breathing feature by adding water in the back of Bowser’s head using the included dropper, then pressing the side spike to make illuminated atomized vapor flow from his mouth.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE 5-INCH FIGURE SERIES WITH ACCESSORY – ASSORTMENT

Wave 1 of these 5-inch figures features Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Toad. Featuring premium details, the figures have 8-16 points of articulation, realistic eyes, and come packaged in a premium window box.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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GAMESTOP

THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE 7-INCH “FIRE BREATHING” BOWSER FIGURE

Bowser features 15 points of articulation and a “fire breathing” special effect. Kids can activate the fire breathing feature by adding water in the back of Bowser’s head using the included dropper, then pressing the side spike to make illuminated atomized vapor flow from his mouth.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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Disney+ and Disney Junior Set to Release ‘Young Jedi Adventures’ to Celebrate Star Wars Day

Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures | Source: Disney+/Disney Junior/Lucasfilm

May the 4th be with you!

Disney+ and Disney Junior are ramping up for Star Wars Day on May 4 with a new animated series. Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures follows four aspiring Jedis as they explore the world within the franchise’s High Republic era.

Throughout the upcoming children’s series, Kai Brightstar, Lys Slay, Nubs, Nash Durango and their trusty droid companion RJ-83 will learn the ways of the force from Master Yoda as they assist citizens in need and learn about the true responsibilities that come along with becoming a Jedi. 

Disney+ has released three animated shorts to give fans a taste of what the show is all about before it airs on Star Wars Day. Meet the Young Jedi introduces the Jedi crew and follows their adventure to the planet Tenoo. In Lys’ Creature Caper, Lys wanders the planet’s Jedi Temple to uncover an unknown creature. Finally, Kai’s Daring Droid Rescue sees Nash and Kai working together to save RJ-83 from peril. 

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Produced by Lucasfilm’s James Waugh, Jacqui Lopez, and Josh Rimes, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures will be available to stream on Disney+ and Disney Junior on May 4. 

These Toothbrushes Make Getting Ready for Bedtime a Blast

Make brushing your teeth a great time! | Source: Toothbrush Toys

Every morning and bedtime toothbrushing routine becomes an experience when you add in some toys to the mix!

Toothbrush Toys brings fresh fun to kids’ mouths and the dental hygiene process. The company offers toothbrushes with characters attached, replaceable heads, and animations to get kids invested in their new toothbrush friends.
An assortment of characters means the perfect toothbrush for every kid! | Source: Toothbrush Toys

Three characters have already launched with the company: Brushy the Brushasaurus, Chompers the Shark, and Petey the Puppy. There are even more coming, with Aqua the Mermaid, Captain Cavity, and Princess Pearly Whites releasing soon. With mermaids, dinosaurs, princesses, and more, the characters vary so every kid can have a favorite.
The animated videos tell the story of the characters so kids will definitely fall in love with their toothbrush friends. | Source: Toothbrush Toys

The toothbrushes are designed with kids in mind. With help from pediatric dentists, the soft brushes and large handles are easy for small hands to grip and are gentle on young teeth. Animations are also available at the Toothbrush Toys website, featuring character stories that are the perfect amount of time to brush your teeth to. There are also storybooks coming to the store, giving kids another way to get attached to their new toothbrush character.

Related: Make Bedtime a Dream Come True with Tonies’ Sleepy Friends 

The three initial characters are available now on the Toothbrush Toys website. The company donates a portion of its monthly profits to America’s ToothFairy, a nonprofit that provides toothbrushes to kids in need, so any purchase can also help keep teeth clean across the nation. Pick a preferred character and get to brushing with Toothbrush Toys!

Go on an Escapade with These Adventurous Automobiles

Go on different outdoor play adventures! | Source: MGA Entertainment/The Toy Insider

Land, space, or sea — what type of adventure will it be? Whether it is a safari, a submarine, or a space rover, kids can go on an adventure with one (or more!) of the vehicles in the Little Tikes Big Adventures collection from MGA Entertainment. Each toy vehicle combines play and learning possibilities because each has fundamental and functional STEM tools.

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The Safari SUV has binoculars with 3x magnifcation, a real-working flashlight, and a true north compass that kids can use to explore. Since each accessory functions, kids can add real-life exploration to their imaginary play. Each is cleverly hidden throughout the vehicle: The compass is the spare tire; the binoculars are hidden under the chassis; and the flashlight doubles as the light bar on the top of the SUV. Kids can also stash their found treasure inside the automobile!
Each toy has three unique features for kids to explore! | Source: MGA Entertainment/The Toy Insider

The Space Rover comes with a microscope, a magnetic crane, and a grabber. Kids can remove the grabber for play independent of the vehicle, and the magnetic crane really picks up metal objects. The vehicle has a hidden slide so kids can place an object on it, put it back in the rover, and then use the microscope (complete with 3x magnification power) to study their specimen. Kids can stash their space rocks inside the rover, too!

Kids can use the Submarine’s water sprayer, sifting net, and built-in underwater viewer for super fun water play, perfect for this time of year! They can remove the sprayer, which doubles as the submarine’s skids, or remove the grid on the front of the submarine, which transforms into a sifter so that kids can search the sand for seashells and more!

Having these functions on each toy makes it more engaging for kids to explore, be creative, and craft stories. Additionally, each toy is designed for play both inside and outside. For example, the submarine, is a perfect plaything for the beach, the pool, or even the bathtub. Each vehicle has soft edges for a better tactile experience for smaller hands, too.

So, pick an adventure and head out on some of your biggest adventures yet with Little Tikes. The only thing to decide is safari, space, or sea — but we suggest all three!

Toys That Travel on Fox 61 Connecticut

Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined Fox 61 in Connecticut to show off the best new toys to keep kids entertained on long road trips this spring. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

MINDFUL MAZE GARDEN PACK

These two double-sided boards cover four nature-themed breath patterns. Kids can use a finger to follow the breathing tracks or add multisensory elements to extend the fun, like pompoms or beans. While they follow the maze, they will learn different breathing techniques that encourage mindfulness, self soothing, and self-management skills.

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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CRAYOLA COLOR WONDER

Color Wonder offers a mess free, magic reveal coloring experience that keeps kids busy and engaged by the freedom to be creative, choose their colors, and design their own unique way. The new Color Wonder Foldalopes include Cocomelon and Spidey & His Amazing Friends. Holds everything in one place and features 18 themed coloring pages…

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  • MSRP:
  • $4.99-7.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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FASHION FIDGETS

Fashion Fidgets are dolls that feature fun styles and fidgets! Features multiple fidget features, including spinners, pop-its, soft press, gears, switches, joysticks, monkey hair, phone wires, and more. Kids can choose from three new styles: Rainbow, Mermaid, or Pets. Fashion Fidgets Rainbow: These rainbow dolls come with removable skirts that kids can mix and match.…

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  • MSRP:
  • $5.99-$12.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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RUBIK’S RE-CUBE

Sourced from 100% recycled ABS plastic and packaged in 100% recycled cardboard, the new Re-Cube brings eco-friendly sustainability to the classic game that is challenging and perfectly sized for travel.

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  • MSRP:
  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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Great Games for Family Game Night on Good Day Atlanta

Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined Good Day Atlanta to show off the best new games to keep the whole family entertained. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

BARREL OF MONKEYS

Remember all the fun with this classic version of Barrel of Monkeys! The monkeys have the nostalgic look and feel parents may remember. Their arms link together correctly while kids play. Contains 15 red classic plastic monkeys and one yellow monkey barrel.

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  • MSRP:
  • $8.95
  • Age:
  • 3+

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POP UP MARIO

In this Super Mario Bros.-inspired game, players take turns sliding paddles into Mario’s pipe. When a player picks the correct slot to insert their paddle, Mario will bounce out of the pipe and that player wins the game.

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  • MSRP:
  • $15.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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Amazon

WHAT DO YOU MEME? FAMILY EDITION – EXPANSION PACK

Families can create hilarious family-friendly memes with caption and photo cards with this game. Each What Do You Meme? Family Edition game contains 300 caption cards and 64 photo cards.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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EXIT: NIGHTFALL MANOR

The old man was well-known for his eerie tales of the dark castle on the edge of the forest. Recently, he set out on his own to find the shadowy lord of the manor, but he hasn't returned. Fearing the worst, you embark on a quest to find him. You must solve a series of…

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  • MSRP:
  • $27.95; $42.00 CAD
  • Age:
  • 10+

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CLASSIC GAMES BUNDLE

Kidult is the buzword of the year. These classic games are getting a deluxe upgrade. Deluxe Mah Jong ($79.99) reimagines this four-player game of strategy with vibrant tiles that come with Chinese symbols. This set includes detailed instructions and a Quick Play guide for players who are new. Comes in a lined, wooden storage case…

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  • MSRP:
  • $11.99-$79.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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KANOODLE PYRAMID

This multiplayer, collaborative, brain-teaser game features a tabletop board and geometric pieces that fit together to solve 200 2D and 3D puzzles. Kids can enhance their strategic, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills as they play.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 7+

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BARREL OF MONKEYS

Remember all the fun with this classic version of Barrel of Monkeys! The monkeys have the nostalgic look and feel parents may remember. Their arms link together correctly while kids play. Contains 15 red classic plastic monkeys and one yellow monkey barrel.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $8.95
  • Age:
  • 3+

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Amazon

POP UP MARIO

In this Super Mario Bros.-inspired game, players take turns sliding paddles into Mario’s pipe. When a player picks the correct slot to insert their paddle, Mario will bounce out of the pipe and that player wins the game.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $15.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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Amazon

WHAT DO YOU MEME? FAMILY EDITION – EXPANSION PACK

Families can create hilarious family-friendly memes with caption and photo cards with this game. Each What Do You Meme? Family Edition game contains 300 caption cards and 64 photo cards.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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EXIT: NIGHTFALL MANOR

The old man was well-known for his eerie tales of the dark castle on the edge of the forest. Recently, he set out on his own to find the shadowy lord of the manor, but he hasn't returned. Fearing the worst, you embark on a quest to find him. You must solve a series of…

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  • MSRP:
  • $27.95; $42.00 CAD
  • Age:
  • 10+

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Amazon

CLASSIC GAMES BUNDLE

Kidult is the buzword of the year. These classic games are getting a deluxe upgrade. Deluxe Mah Jong ($79.99) reimagines this four-player game of strategy with vibrant tiles that come with Chinese symbols. This set includes detailed instructions and a Quick Play guide for players who are new. Comes in a lined, wooden storage case…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $11.99-$79.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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Amazon

KANOODLE PYRAMID

This multiplayer, collaborative, brain-teaser game features a tabletop board and geometric pieces that fit together to solve 200 2D and 3D puzzles. Kids can enhance their strategic, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills as they play.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 7+

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Young Scrabblers Can Stream the School Scrabble Championship This Weekend

Kids can show off their cross-wording skills at the North American School Scrabble Championship\! | Source: Hasbro/The Toy Insider

The time has come once again for Hasbro to crown the best school-age Scrabble players.

Hasbro and the Word Game Players’ Association are hosting the North American School Scrabble Championship at the Planet Word Museum in Washington D.C. on April 1 and 2. More than 100 kids from across the U.S. and Canada will compete in the championship in two divisions. 
More than 100 students are headed to Washington D.C. to show off their Scrabble skills! | Source: Hasbro

The Championship Division features 42 teams of elementary and middle school players while the High School Division has individual players vying for the win. Each player and team will play eight games over the course of two days, with the top two finishers in each division going into the championship finals.

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If young Scrabble fans can’t make it to see the championship in person, they can livestream the event on the Scrabble Twitch channel from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. ET on Saturday, April 1, and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sunday, April 2. The Twitch stream will feature expert commentary, player interviews, and more!

Scrabble is available at most major retailers, so kids can even get in on the tournament fun at home with a game or two of their own!

Step into Spring with PUMA’s New CoComelon Collection

The line includes apparel such as onesies and two-piece sets. | Source: PUMA

It’s CoComelon time!

Moonbug Entertainment is collaborating with PUMA to bring kids CoComelon-themed footwear and apparel. For those who don’t know, CoComelon is an animated kids’ series that chronicles the animated adventures of toddlers. The show, which airs on YouTube, Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video, is most known for its nursery rhymes and popular renditions of iconic preschool songs. 

Inspired by the characters of CoComelon, the collection includes five different shoes, onesies, and two-piece sets for little ones. Kids can show off their CoComelon fandom with apparel and shoes designed after characters like JJ, Nina, and Cody. The new line is influenced by the bright colors and designs in the animated series, with playful patterns, color-blocking, and graphics made to appeal to the show’s core fanbase. 
The Slipstream sneakers (pictured on the left) are designed after the CoComelon logo and the RS-X (pictured on the right) features tons of color-blocking details. | Source: PUMA

The PUMA x CoComelon RS-X is a colorful and fashion-forward pair of kicks with many kid-friendly details. The color-blocking mimics an ‘80s-style sneaker with patterned laces that read “All day fun.” The PUMA x CoComelon Slipstream sneaker is designed after the CoComelon logo, with deep greens and blues, watermelon stripes, logo laces, and a patterned footbed. 

Related: Tots Can Zip Around the Pool in a Motorized Little Tikes Float

The PUMA x CoComelon collection will be exclusively available at Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, and select PUMA stores on March 31. Parents can also check out Foot Locker and PUMA’s online stores to score the new collection when it drops, with prices ranging from $28-85.

Tots Can Zip Around the Pool in a Motorized Little Tikes Float

Adults can use the included remote control to guide toddlers through the pool! | Source: PoolCandy

The Little Tikes Cozy Coupe has become one of the most iconic toys of all time. For generations now, toddlers have roamed yards in the eye-catching red car with a yellow roof. Now, they can explore the pool, too. 

PoolCandy’s Little Tikes Motorized Cozy Coupe Baby Boat is an inflatable pool float that is shaped like the red-and-yellow Little Tikes car, including a steering wheel and a smiling face. Designed for toddlers ages 1-3, the baby boat features a battery-powered motor and remote control, so adults can move kids around the pool like they are driving the car. 
The Cozy Coupe Baby Boat is a fun twist on a classic toy! | Source: PoolCandy

The float is a safe, yet fun option for spending time in the pool. The yellow inflated roof keeps the sun out of kids’ eyes and helps prevent sunburns. Parents also don’t have to worry about the motor’s propellers, which are safely tucked away inside kid-safe housing.

Related: Dive Under the Sea with These Little Mermaid Water Toys

The Little Tikes Cozy Coupe Baby Boat is available for $98 at Walmart. PoolCandy also has a non-motorized version of the Cozy Coupe along with other collaborations with Little Tikes, including a snow tube, arm floaties, and an inflatable basketball hoop. 

Even though summer isn’t quite here yet, we can already imagine all the cute toddlers buzzing through pools in this new float!

Crayola Celebrates National Crayon Day with Sales and Giveaways

National Crayon Day is on March 31 and Crayola is, of course, bringing the color! | Source: Crayola

Little artists can get even more of the classic creating tool that is the crayon with Crayola’s National Crayon Day celebrations on March 31!

Crayola is making sure every kid can access crayons with this year’s Million Crayon Giveaway. The giveaway event is being held at five Crayola Experience locations across the U.S. With five limited crayons from the Color of Kindness collection, kids will have more than 70 colors to customize their free crayon box.
The Colors of Kindness crayons encourage kids to be kind to those around them. | Source: Crayola

Guests can register for the Crayola Experience giveaway now to get a free 32-count box of crayons. The event will start on National Crayon Day on March 31 and run until May 31 at Crayola Experience stores in Easton, Pennsylvania; Orlando, Floria; Bloomington, Minnesota; Plano, Texas; and Chandler, Arizona. 

If you don’t live anywhere near those locations, there are still ways to get more crayons! The Crayola online store is holding a huge buy-one-get-one-free sale, with eligible crayon packs coming in pairs. This BOGO sale started last Friday and runs until this Friday, so kids should grab their favorite colors quick!
24-ct Glitter Crayons ($4.49)
24-ct Neon Crayons ($4.49)
24-ct Metallic Crayons ($4.49)
Source: Crayola

The sale includes the classic packs of 24 or 64 crayons, as well as some unique colors for kids that want to add a special twist to their art. There are 24 glitter crayons, 24 neon crayons, 24 metallic crayons, 24 Bold & Bright crayons, and more to shop and match together for the perfect artist’s spread. 

Related: 18 Craft Kits and Activities to Boost Kids’ Creativity This Winter

Crayola Experience guests can register now for the Million Crayon Giveaway. Pre-registration is required to participate so head on over to the official page and get your favorite crayon-er a new set of custom crayons. And for those not near a Crayola Experience location, the BOGO sale is going now on the Crayola web store and includes all sorts of fun colors for kids to enjoy.

Top Spring and Easter Toys on KCAL Los Angeles

Toy Insider Media Correspondent Deborah Stallings Stumm joined KCAL in Los Angeles to show off the best new toys for spring and for a perfect Easter basket. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

SIT-TO-STAND LEARNING WALKER

Babies can learn to sit, crawl, or walk with this stable, speed-controlled walker! Featuring a wide base and two wheel speeds to help babies feel confident taking their first steps, on bare floors or carpet. Babies can sit on the floor to play with the removable activity panel, or take it on the go. Featuring…

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  • MSRP:
  • $39.99; $54.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 9 MOS.+

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SLEEPY FRIENDS SLEEPY SHEEP NIGHT LIGHT

The Toniebox is an imagination-building, screen-free, educational, digital listening experience speaker that plays stories, songs, and much more. The Sleepy Friends line is designed to foster undogmatic bedtime preparation for preschoolers. The Toniebox comes to life with the Sleepy Friends Sleepy Sheep Night Light, a large light-up Tonie that soothes kids to sleep with calmness,…

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  • MSRP:
  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET

Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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CHOCOLATE PEN

Create in delicious style with the better-than-ever Chocolate Pen, which lets you write, mold and decorate in chocolate! New kid-friendly design automatically loads the pen with real chocolate (made in the USA) while the warming tray keeps your chocolate candy melted and ready to go. At the touch of a button, the Chocolate Pen dispenses…

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  • MSRP:
  • MSRP $19.99 (pen), $14.99 (refill double-packs)
  • Age:
  • 6+

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SPIROGRAPH DOODLE PAD

Create endless Spirograph designs on the LED screens using the gear pieces. Kids can draw on-the-go or at home, then save and display their artwork. When playtime is over, they can push a button to reset the screen and create new designs.

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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POP ART SOFT MAMMOTH

These cute elephants are vibrant and whimsical plush, with designs featuring popcorn, candy, and more. The Mammoth size is the largest of the Pop Art Soft collection at 12 inches tall, so there’s plenty of room for a big cuddle.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.98
  • Age:
  • 4+

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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YUME DISNEY 100 SURPRISE CAPSULES

Each capsule contains a figure, unique accessories, a background scene card, and a transforming, 360-degree display. Kids can solve the clues to reveal one of 14 characters in Series 1, including two rare chase characters.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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SIT-TO-STAND LEARNING WALKER

Babies can learn to sit, crawl, or walk with this stable, speed-controlled walker! Featuring a wide base and two wheel speeds to help babies feel confident taking their first steps, on bare floors or carpet. Babies can sit on the floor to play with the removable activity panel, or take it on the go. Featuring…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $39.99; $54.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 9 MOS.+

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SLEEPY FRIENDS SLEEPY SHEEP NIGHT LIGHT

The Toniebox is an imagination-building, screen-free, educational, digital listening experience speaker that plays stories, songs, and much more. The Sleepy Friends line is designed to foster undogmatic bedtime preparation for preschoolers. The Toniebox comes to life with the Sleepy Friends Sleepy Sheep Night Light, a large light-up Tonie that soothes kids to sleep with calmness,…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET

Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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CHOCOLATE PEN

Create in delicious style with the better-than-ever Chocolate Pen, which lets you write, mold and decorate in chocolate! New kid-friendly design automatically loads the pen with real chocolate (made in the USA) while the warming tray keeps your chocolate candy melted and ready to go. At the touch of a button, the Chocolate Pen dispenses…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • MSRP $19.99 (pen), $14.99 (refill double-packs)
  • Age:
  • 6+

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SPIROGRAPH DOODLE PAD

Create endless Spirograph designs on the LED screens using the gear pieces. Kids can draw on-the-go or at home, then save and display their artwork. When playtime is over, they can push a button to reset the screen and create new designs.

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

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  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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YUME DISNEY 100 SURPRISE CAPSULES

Each capsule contains a figure, unique accessories, a background scene card, and a transforming, 360-degree display. Kids can solve the clues to reveal one of 14 characters in Series 1, including two rare chase characters.

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  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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These Pop Art-Inspired Mammoths Prove Elephants Really Are Artists

Cepia’s newest plush line features pop art-inspired elephants. | Source: Cepia/The Toy Insider

Maybe we can’t pet real elephants (yet), but we can certainly cuddle up with stuffed elephants! 

Pop Art Soft Mammoth Elephants are Cepia’s newest cuddly friends. Designed for little ones ages 4 and up, these soft plush elephants are sure to be the next addition to kids’ bedtime routines. Made out of material similar to the brand’s popular Cats vs. Pickles line, these mammoth-size plushies come in bright, pop-art prints that prove these creatures just want to be herd! 

Just like Cepia’s other lines, the Pop Art Soft Mammoth Elephants come in a variety of sizes. There are three to collect — a 4-inch one, a 7-inch one, and a 12-inch one. Each version features a plush body with bean-filled feet and comes in a different pop-art print. There are elephants decked out in bright prints with different themes, such as popcorn boxes, Day of the Dead, floral, and more. 
There are many different pop art styles to choose from! | Source: Cepia/The Toy Insider

Because the plushes come with bean-filled toes, they carry a certain weight to them that others do not, making them the perfect toy for kids who experience anxiety. By placing the elephant on kids’ chests, the weight of the plush can mimic the feeling of a weighted blanket. Of course, the Pop Art Soft Mammoth Elephants can also be used as a comfort toy — their soft fabric makes for the perfect cuddle partner. 

Related: ‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ Ushers In A New Chapter For Pokémon

Ranging from $4.99-24.99, these soft plush mammoths are not only the perfect plush, they’re also affordable! There’s no need to ele-faint — little ones just need to head over to their nearest Walmart and pick out their favorite style. 

All Paws on Deck: There’s a ‘PAW Patrol’ 10th-Anniversary Special Rolling in

“All Paws on Deck” features appearances from PAW Patrol guests over the years! | Source: Nickelodeon

Can you believe PAW Patrol has been around for 10 years? Us neither!

Nickelodeon and Spin Master launched PAW Patrol’s birthday celebrations earlier this year with the release of Rubble & Crew, the first-ever PAW Patrol spinoff. Now, they are dropping “All Paws on Deck,” a 30-minute TV special featuring all the PAW Patrol pups from the past 10 years as they team up with Ryder for a big new adventure!

Ryder and the PAW Patrol take on Codi Gizmodi as she tries to replace Adventure Bay with a high-tech city. The episode features appearances from special puppy guest stars, including Everest, the Spanish-speaking Tracker; the royal Sweetie; twins Tuck and Ella; Rex the dinosaur fan; and the latest member of the PAW Patrol, Liberty. 
PAW Patrol | Source: Nickelodeon

“All Paws on Deck” premieres on Nickelodeon on Monday, April 24, at 7 p.m. Before that, kids can reacquaint themselves with the guest members of PAW Patrol during the PAW Patrol marathon from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. After the “All Paws on Deck” premieres, there will also be a new episode of Rubble & Crew! 

Related: The PAW Patrol Rescue Mission Wooden Dashboard Puts Kids in the Driver’s Seat

Whether kids have been watching PAW Patrol for years or they’re new to the crew, “All Paws on Deck” will be a special that celebrates everything they love about the show!

‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ Ushers In A New Chapter For Pokémon

Pokémon Horizons: The Series will premiere in 2023. | Source: The Pokémon Company International

Although Ash might’ve caught them all, it turns out there are still some Pokémon left to catch! 

The Pokémon Company International released the official title and logo of the newest animated series in the Pokémon universe, Pokémon Horizons: The Series. Set to premiere this year, the series focuses on uncovering the mysteries of the Pokémon world. It features dual protagonists Liko — whose partner Pokémon is Sprigatito — and Roy as they travel across the Pokémon world and encounter many new characters. 
The series will feature two new protagonists, Roy and Liko. | Source: The Pokémon Company International

In addition to the title, The Pokémon Company International revealed a new full-length trailer that includes never-before-seen footage from select episodes of the series. Look closely, because the trailer gives an early look at the storyline for Pokémon Horizons: The Series!

This new trailer for Pokémon Horizons: The Series comes on the heels of Pokémon Day, where The Pokémon Company International announced several new Pokémon-related products. Trainers can look forward to the new Pokémon Trading Card Game Classic, Pokémon Sleep, Pokémon GO Plus, and more.  

Related: Build Cars and Become a Racing Legend with New ‘LEGO 2K Drive’ Game

While future Pokémon trainers have to wait a little bit longer to watch the show outside of Japan, they can stay up to date on the latest details by following @Pokemon on social media and subscribing to the official Pokémon YouTube channel. Until then, gotta catch ’em all!

Build Cars and Become a Racing Legend with New ‘LEGO 2K Drive’ Game

Players can create custom vehicles and race in an open-world landscape. | Source: The LEGO Group

Kids can build any vehicle, drive to any destination, and race their hearts out! 

The LEGO Group is collaborating with 2K to create a new gaming experience! LEGO 2K Drive is an AAA driving adventure game that merges the construction play experience of LEGOs with fast-paced competitive driving. 

Players can anticipate a journey across Bricklandia’s interesting biome regions as they compete against rivals to win the Sky Cup Trophy. Players will be able to choose how they want to play and explore an open world jam-packed with racing, mini-games, challenges, collectibles, and even fan-favorite vehicles from LEGO themes like City, Creator, and more.

LEGO 2K Drive will also introduce a diverse customization system with more than 1,000 unique LEGO pieces players can use to build their personal vehicles in the game. Players can even race against family and friends with a local, two-person split screen or match online with other racers. 
The video game is packed with classic LEGO features like minifigures! | Source: The LEGO Group

Developed by Visual Concepts, the video game features high-quality visuals, open-world driving, and more. The game takes place in the vibrant world of Bricklandia, which has exciting features from the LEGO world and beyond, such as vehicles from McLaren Automotive, which collaborated on the project to bring the McLaren Solus GT and McLaren F1 LM to LEGO 2K Drive. 

Related: These New Learning Kits Transform Phones into Coding Machines

Three editions of LEGO 2K Drive will be available to preorder — Standard, Awesome, and Awesome Rivals — all available on PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch in both physical and digital formats. The Awesome Edition includes a new vehicle, vehicle flair, and an in-game LEGO Minifigure. Players who purchase the Awesome Edition will also receive the Year 1 Drive Pass, which will introduce a biome and four post-launch seasons of Drive Pass content with new vehicles and themes. Players who purchase the Awesome Rivals Edition will also receive a Year 1 Drive Pass, multiple vehicles, a vehicle flair, and in-game LEGO Minifigures.

LEGO 2k Drive will launch internationally on May 19. Players can preorder it now to receive a digital Aquadirt Racer Pack. 

Win T-rrific #CaptivzCollection Prizes During Our ToyMonster Twitter Party: March 31

Our next Twitter Party is certainly no dino-snore! On Friday Mar. 31, we’re roaring into springtime with a chance to win some amazing dinosaur-themed prizes. The #CaptivzCollection Twitter Party, sponsored by ToyMonster, gives you the chance to win prize packs that feature ToyMonster’s newest line, the Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary Captivz Collection! Join us on Friday, Mar. 31 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. EST for an hour filled with trivia, fun, and of course, prizes.

Curious about what you could win? Check out ToyMonster’s Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary Captivz Collection below!

Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary Captivz Slime Egg

Celebrate Jurassic Park‘s 30th Anniversary by cracking open a dino egg! Well, sort of. This plastic egg opens to reveal species from the original Jurassic Park movie. Little paleontologists will ooze through stretchy amber slime to find pieces of a new dino friend. Once all pieces have been found, kids can build up their dino and get ready for an epic battle.

Ages: 3+
MSRP: $4.99
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Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary Captivz Collection Surprise Egg

The Surprise Egg features three super-sized dinosaur species from the original Jurassic Park movie! Kids can dig through prehistoric sand, chip through amber sap gel, and ooze through Biosyn Lab slime to discover which super-sized exclusive species kids will find.

Ages: 3+
MSRP: $9.99
Buy It Now: Walmart

Four dino-mite winners will receive a Captivz Collection prize pack with six Slime Eggs and one Surprise Egg. Plus, one lucky grand prize winner will receive an even bigger Captivz Collection prize pack with 12 Slime Eggs, one Surprise Egg, and one limited edition (1 of 20!) gold shine Golden Raptor Dino!

Be sure to follow @thetoyinsider and our panelists — @evrydayshortcut, @ThriftyJinxy, @babysavers, @dawnchats, and @whiskynsunshine — and tweet along with #CaptivzCollection for a chance to win these awesome prizes! RSVP to our Twitter Party below!

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*You must RSVP AND participate in the Twitter Party to be eligible to win! This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only. Full contest rules can be found here.

But wait, there’s more! We’re running a second giveaway from ToyMonster all week long on Instagram! Head over to @TheToyInsider’s page to enter now.

These New Learning Kits Transform Phones into Coding Machines

Teach kids the basics of coding with these kits! | Source: Osmo from BYJU’s

The Osmo from BYJU’s brand is known for its interactive STEM offerings that teach kids about words, numbers, and more. Now, the brand is adding a full set of coding kits and associated apps that can get kids started on learning the logic of coding.

To get started, kids will first need a compatible device. The iPad/iPhone or the Kindle Fire Tablet base and reflector will turn any kid’s device into a coding machine. Parents can purchase the parts separately or as a part of the Coding Starter Kit, which includes the full family bundle of three learning games and accessories, designed for kids ages 5-10. 
There are three coding games of varying difficulty that interact with the blocks that kids stack in front of the device. | Source: Osmo from BYJU’s

Once everything’s ready with a supported device, there are three coding apps that encourage learning! Osmo Coding Awbie features the adorably blue Awbie character who needs help navigating the world around him. Kids can use and stack physical coding blocks on the table in front of them to move Awbie around. 

Osmo Coding Jam gives kids the opportunity to create their own music using code. Arranging the coding blocks into different patterns will produce a variety of original songs. Kids can even record their music to share with friends, family, and safely with the larger Jam community.

Finally, Osmo Coding Duo is a bit like Coding Awbie, but this time with two characters to move! Awbie and his friend Mo need help solving puzzles to rescue lost pets. Kids can move both characters at the same time by stacking coding blocks on either side of their device. 

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These incredible coding games bring new meaning to the world of interactive tech for kids. The Coding Starter Kit is available now from the Osmo from BYJU’s website and other retailers, and all the associated apps are downloadable for free once everything is set up. Get your favorite little programmer a gift they won’t want to put down!

Hello Kitty & Friends Squishmallows Get Even Sweeter for Spring

Hello Kitty is hopping into spring and she’s bringing some of her sweetest friends. New plush Hello Kitty & Friends Squishmallows are popping up in stores featuring pastel colors and gingham designs.
Hello Kitty & Friends Squishmallows | Source: Claire’s

There are seven 8-inch Sanrio spring characters available at Claire’s, including Hello Kitty herself in various costumes and outfits (including an Easter egg with sprinkles and her signature bow), Cinnamoroll with a yellow bowtie, Tuxedo Sam looking like an Easter egg, and My Melody in both pastel and sprinkle patterns. TSome of them even have bunny tails on the back. These new members of the Squishmallows squad are suitable for kids of all ages, are machine washable, and are available for $19.99 each. There are also some different variations of the characters in different gingham styles available at specialty retailers.
12-Inch Over the Rainbow
8-Inch Colorful Crew
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If pastel isn’t your thing, but you still love Squishmallows, there are other new squishy squads making their way to Claire’s, including the 8-inch Colorful Crew for $19.99 each and the 12-inch Over the Rainbow styles for $34.99 each.

Related: Knit Your Squishmallows Custom Outfits with the Latest Big Fat Yarn Kit

The new styles are available now at Claire’s. If you get them on the claires.com, you can select which squad theme you want, but the exact Squishmallows you receive will be a surprise. If you have one exact Squishmallow in mind, you can pick it out in person, as long as it’s still there!

16 Super Mario Toys for Kids to Get Before They See the New Movie

Before The Super Mario Bros. Movie hits theaters on April 5, kids can hype themselves up with some *super* Mario-themed toys! We’ve put together a list featuring some of the coolest toys inspired by Nintendo‘s popular video game plumber from the ’80s. Keep scrolling to see some fun LEGO sets, plsuh toys, ride-ons, games, and more!

LEGO SUPER MARIO THE MIGHTY BOWSER

This 2,807-piece building set has interactive elements, including movable pieces and a fireball launcher. Stomp on the battle platform's action tag with other LEGO Super Mario figures (not included) for battles with Bowser.

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  • $269.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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POP UP MARIO

In this Super Mario Bros.-inspired game, players take turns sliding paddles into Mario’s pipe. When a player picks the correct slot to insert their paddle, Mario will bounce out of the pipe and that player wins the game.

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  • $15.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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MARIO KART 8 DELUXE FOR NINTENDO SWITCH

Burn rubber across Mushroom Kingdom raceways – underwater, in the sky and upside-down in zero-g, and past the finish – for the win! Pick from the largest roster of characters, karts, and tracks in series history and get revved up for local multiplayer, online tournaments, a revamped battle mode, and more! Prove you're the world's…

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  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • E for Everyone

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MARIO KART 8 DELUXE – BOOSTER COURSE PASS

A total of 48 remastered courses from across the Mario Kart series will be coming to the new video game: Mario Kart 8. There will be eight courses released at a time over six waves by the end of 2023, which can all be played locally or online. Courses such as Wii Coconut Mall, N64…

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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MARIO KART 24V

This ride-on puts kids in the driver's seat of their very own Mario Kart! Featuring 24 volts that propels the Mario Kart racer up-to eight miles per hour through three forward speeds and reverse. Includes oversized rear wheels so kids can drift just like the game. Complete with authentic in-game sounds such as engine sounds,…

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  • $399.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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EPOCH GAMES SUPER MARIO PIRANHA PLANT ESCAPE

Players will roll the die to move around the hungry piranha plant. Whichever space they land on will indicate how many times they have to press the button on the plant in this game of chance. Watch out: The plant will munch down at random!

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SUPER MARIO BLUETOOTH HEADPHONES

These wireless headlines feature a built-in rechargeable battery for up to 30 hours of continuous listening, a built-in microphone for talking to friends and family, and a reduced volume to ensure safe listening levels for kids. They also have an adjustable headband and padded ear cushions for a custom fit.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LEGO SUPER MARIO ADVENTURES WITH PEACH STARTER COURSE

This 354-piece building set is compatible with LEGO Super Mario playsets and includes an interactive LEGO Peach figure. Play with the Peach figure in different scenarios to trigger reactions and earn digital coins.

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  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE 5-INCH FIGURE SERIES WITH ACCESSORY – ASSORTMENT

Wave 1 of these 5-inch figures features Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Toad. Featuring premium details, the figures have 8-16 points of articulation, realistic eyes, and come packaged in a premium window box.

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS MOVIE MUSHROOM KINGDOM CASTLE PLAYSET WITH 1.25-INCH MINI MARIO AND PRINCESS PEACH FIGURES

This Mushroom Kingdom Playset comes with 1.25-inch Mario and Peach figures. Inspired by Princess Peach’s Mushroom Kingdom castle from the movie, the castle interior opens to nearly 22-inches wide and recreates the training ground moment from the movie. Includes blocks, a piranha plant, Bullet Bill, a fire stick, and more.

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  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE — 2.5-INCH FIGURE WITH PULL BACK RACER

This pull back kart racer comes with a removable figure that features multiple points of articulation. Characters include Mario, Peach, Toad, and Koopa Troopa. Each sold separately and batteries not required.

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  • $14.97
  • Age:
  • 3+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE 7-INCH “FIRE BREATHING” BOWSER FIGURE

Bowser features 15 points of articulation and a “fire breathing” special effect. Kids can activate the fire breathing feature by adding water in the back of Bowser’s head using the included dropper, then pressing the side spike to make illuminated atomized vapor flow from his mouth.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE POSABLE MARIO AND 15-INCH POSABLE LUIGI PLUSH

From Nintendo and Illumination comes a new animated film based on the world of Super Mario Bros. The Super Mario Brothers find themselves transported to a mysterious land called the Mushroom Kingdom. Join Mario on his quest to save Luigi—and the world—from the grips of evil Bowser and his army.

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  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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SUPER MARIO BLOW UP! SHAKY TOWER

In this balancing game, players place the red wrecking ball at the top of the wobbly tower, then roll the die to determine how many Super Mario characters to balance onto open ledges without dropping the ball. In this balancing game, players place the red wrecking ball at the top of the wobbly tower, then…

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SUPER MARIO DELUXE BOWSER’S AIRSHIP PLAYSET

Kids can explore Bower's Ship with this playset inspired by Nintendo's Super Mario video games. The ship comes with a 2.5-inch Mario figure and features rolling wheels and spinning propellers. It also has sound effects inspired by the games, including Bowser's laugh, and the “Airship Fortress” song. Kids can explore Bower's Ship with this playset…

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  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LEGO SUPER MARIO ADVENTURES WITH LUIGI STARTER COURSE

This 280-piece building set is compatible with LEGO Super Mario playsets and includes an interactive LEGO Luigi figure. Build the level, help Luigi navigate through different challenges to earn digital coins, and watch his reactions along the way. This 280-piece building set is compatible with LEGO Super Mario playsets and includes an interactive LEGO Luigi…

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  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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CLUB MOCCHI- MOCCHI- NINTENDO SUPER MARIO PLUSH

Celebrate the release of the Super Mario Bros. film with this Club Mocchi Mocchi plush toy. The plush is 15 inches tall. Doubles as a pillow — great for emotional and physical comfort on the go

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  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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High Score Adds Math to the Family Game Night Equation

High Score requires a great mind for math and strategy! | Source: Thames & Kosmos

Thames & Kosmos is a staple in family game nights. High Score, one of the company’s latest games, continues the tradition by upping the competition.

Designed for kids ages 8 and up, High Score is a game of numbers and strategy in which players have to compete to get the highest score using seven dice. Each game consists of seven rounds. In each round, the players pull a challenge card, which decides which numbers on the dice get added to your score, which numbers get subtracted, how many times you can roll the dice, and more. Each die has a standard 1-5 on it, but the sixth face features a vortex. Each challenge card determines what the vortex means. If it’s green, the vortex is good, but if it’s red, you don’t want to get a vortex. The numbers on the vortex range from -5-10. 
Source: Thames & Kosmos

Kids can play High Score with 2-5 players. When each player is done with their turn, they take their wooden block and place it on the game board in the place that is numbered the same as their score. For example, if a kid had a score of 21, they’d put their piece on the 21st spot. If a player has more than 30 points, they can flip over their personal chip that matches their game piece to reveal a 30 and place their game piece on the number they would need to total their final score. For example, if a player scored 50 points, they would flip their chip over and put their game piece on the 20 spot.

At the end of the round, the player with the highest score gets a gold 3-point chip, the second-highest score earns a 2-point silver chip, and the third place gets a 1-point bronze chip. If a player has zero or negative points, they don’t get a chip, even if they are in the top three. If only two players are playing, only gold and bronze chips are given out.
Each round, players have to roll seven dice to get the high score! | Source: Thames & Kosmos

One thing about this game is that the rules can be confusing at first, with so many different variations from challenge to challenge. However, the game comes with a rule book that is super clear and easy to follow, so kids should be able to pick it up quickly. Once the kids get comfortable with the rules of the game, the average game lasts around 30 minutes. 

Parents will like that the game has a math element, so while kids are having fun, they’re also being tricked into doing math. The game is very compact, too, which is perfect to take on a family vacation to play in a hotel room or a camper.

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High Score is a great game for intense family game nights, but it also helps kids do quick math in their heads, think two steps ahead, and challenge themselves mentally! Not to mention, the dice also look super cool, featuring a swirled blue pattern.

When kids pick up the High Score dice, the game is on! May the highest score win!

Top Toys for Spring on CBS San Diego

Toy Insider Media Correspondent Deborah Stallings Stumm joined CBS in San Diego to show off the best new toys for spring and Easter. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

MINDFUL MAZE GARDEN PACK

These two double-sided boards cover four nature-themed breath patterns. Kids can use a finger to follow the breathing tracks or add multisensory elements to extend the fun, like pompoms or beans. While they follow the maze, they will learn different breathing techniques that encourage mindfulness, self soothing, and self-management skills.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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REAL LITTLES MICRO CRAFTS

Inside these colorful, plastic caboodles, kids will find the materials for one of six DIY crafts. Each craft kit creates a micro version of a popular crafting item, such as a lightbox, bath bombs, or a terrarium. Kids can also use the stackable caboodles for storage.

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  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

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  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SCRIBBLE N PLAY CREATIVITY KIT

Scribble n' Play is a reusable kids' drawing tablet that is great at helping kids discover their creativity. A mess free alternative to scratch arts and crafts, the Scribble n' Play includes a long-lasting battery to remove the mess of plugs and chargers. This kids' drawing tablet features the revolutionary Colorburst display that lets kids…

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  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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MATCHBOX ACTION DRIVERS SUPER CLEAN CARWASH PLAYSET

This playset is packed with all the fun details of a real-life car wash and no water is necessary! Drive into the wash where working spinners and rollers clean up cars and get them ready for the road. Made from 40% ISCC-Certified plastics and was designed for disassembly and easy recycling as part of the…

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  • MSRP:
  • $23.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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MAXX BUBBLES BUBBLE BARRAGE

Create an endless amount of bubbles! Designed with fun styling and bold colors, this is sure to be a bubble blowing hit this summer. It's easy to use, just screw in the bubble solution and pull the trigger to blow a continuous streak of bubbles. Kids will love the fast bubble blowing action and parents…

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE PLAYSET

Kids can test their Koosh skills in a head-to-head game. The set includes two paddles and a colorful Koosh ball, making it perfect to play inside or outside.

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  • MSRP:
  • $16.99; $29.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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LEGO ICONS WILDFLOWER BOUQUET

Crafted entirely from LEGO pieces, the Wildflower Bouquet features eight species of wildflowers on adjustable stems. Budding florists can spend hours building and identifying the blooms inspired by cornflowers, lavender, Welsh poppies, cow parsley, leatherleaf ferns, gerbera daises, larkspur, and lupins. Once complete, these LEGO flowers can be displayed in a vase to become an…

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  • $59.99
  • Age:
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MINDFUL MAZE GARDEN PACK

These two double-sided boards cover four nature-themed breath patterns. Kids can use a finger to follow the breathing tracks or add multisensory elements to extend the fun, like pompoms or beans. While they follow the maze, they will learn different breathing techniques that encourage mindfulness, self soothing, and self-management skills.

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REAL LITTLES MICRO CRAFTS

Inside these colorful, plastic caboodles, kids will find the materials for one of six DIY crafts. Each craft kit creates a micro version of a popular crafting item, such as a lightbox, bath bombs, or a terrarium. Kids can also use the stackable caboodles for storage.

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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT

Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.

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SCRIBBLE N PLAY CREATIVITY KIT

Scribble n' Play is a reusable kids' drawing tablet that is great at helping kids discover their creativity. A mess free alternative to scratch arts and crafts, the Scribble n' Play includes a long-lasting battery to remove the mess of plugs and chargers. This kids' drawing tablet features the revolutionary Colorburst display that lets kids…

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MATCHBOX ACTION DRIVERS SUPER CLEAN CARWASH PLAYSET

This playset is packed with all the fun details of a real-life car wash and no water is necessary! Drive into the wash where working spinners and rollers clean up cars and get them ready for the road. Made from 40% ISCC-Certified plastics and was designed for disassembly and easy recycling as part of the…

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MAXX BUBBLES BUBBLE BARRAGE

Create an endless amount of bubbles! Designed with fun styling and bold colors, this is sure to be a bubble blowing hit this summer. It's easy to use, just screw in the bubble solution and pull the trigger to blow a continuous streak of bubbles. Kids will love the fast bubble blowing action and parents…

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KOOSH DOUBLE PADDLE PLAYSET

Kids can test their Koosh skills in a head-to-head game. The set includes two paddles and a colorful Koosh ball, making it perfect to play inside or outside.

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LEGO ICONS WILDFLOWER BOUQUET

Crafted entirely from LEGO pieces, the Wildflower Bouquet features eight species of wildflowers on adjustable stems. Budding florists can spend hours building and identifying the blooms inspired by cornflowers, lavender, Welsh poppies, cow parsley, leatherleaf ferns, gerbera daises, larkspur, and lupins. Once complete, these LEGO flowers can be displayed in a vase to become an…

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Crash Bandicoot is Back at It Again with ‘Crash Team Rumble’

Crash Team Rumble | Source: Toys For Bob/Activision Publishing

Crash Bandicoot is back in action with an all-new video game that’s sure to bring gamers’ nostalgia flooding back. Toys For Bob and Activision Publishing have teamed up to bring fans the latest addition to the zany, action-packed franchise, Crash Team Rumble. Set to release on June 20, Crash Team Rumble pins players against one another to battle it out as the colorful characters from the Crash universe. 

The objective of the game is for players to collect the most Wumpa fruits and store them into their team’s drop-off zones. The competition comes from other players attacking the opposing drop-off zone to trot their plans. The game offers a cross-platform play feature, allowing players to battle it out together across different consoles. 
Crash Team Rumble Trailer | Source: Crash Bandicoot YouTube

Can’t wait until June to get your hands on the game? No problem! Fans can preorder the game today and get access to the Closed Beta from April 20-24. Players who preorder now will get their first taste of the gameplay as the Closed Beta will include five different characters to choose from — Crash Bandicoot, Coco, Tawna, Neo Cortex, and Dingodile. 

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Crash Team Rumble will be available to play on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One. Players can choose from the Standard Edition ($29.99) or the Deluxe Edition ($39.99) when the game hits retailers on June 20. The Deluxe Edition offers players 25 Battle Pass Tiers for Season 1, Battle Passes for Season 2, and a Proto Pack that grants extra character customization features. Preorder the Closed Beta by visiting crashbandicoot.com.

‘Little Friends: Puppy Island’ Helps Kids Become Su-paw-star Pet Owners 

Little Friends: Puppy Island is the newest iteration in the Little Friends video game series. | Source: Fireshine Games

Ready for a paw-some new adventure? 

Little Friends: Puppy Island, Fireshine Games’ newest video game in the Little Friends series, is heading to the Nintendo Switch and PCs later this summer. Announced today in celebration of National Puppy Day, Little Friends: Puppy Island jets kids off to a paradise island to become best friends with adorable puppies. New owners will embark on walks, search for hidden treasure, and build and expand their holiday resort, all while meeting new puppies across the tropical island. 
Players can dress up their puppy pals in more than 350 different outfits. | Source: Fireshine Games

There are nine different puppy breeds to find and adopt, including shibas, labradors, corgis, huskies, and pugs. Players can dress their puppy pals up with more than 350 outfits and accessories and explore the sandy beaches, snowy mountains, and cherry blossom sanctuaries on their island. 
There are many different locations to explore on Puppy Island, including a Cherry Blossom Sanctuary. | Source: Fireshine Games

In the game, players must find new locations to construct accessory shops and activity stations, train their puppies to become ultimate pup stars, and level up their pup’s stats in obedience, agility, friendliness, and more. Little owners can also care for their puppies by bathing, brushing, feeding, walking, and playing with them. 

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Little Friends: Puppy Island is available for preorder now for the Nintendo Switch at physical retailers. For more information, follow Little Friends: Puppy Island on Twitter and TikTok. Get ready to meet your newest fur-ever friend by checking out the trailer below! 

Fat Brain Toys’ New Pretendables Line Dishes Out Pretend Play

Pretendables Cinnamon Roll Set | Source: Fat Brain Toys

Springtime weather begs for backyard barbecues and frosty lemonade, and kids can dish out pretend versions of all their favorite foods with Fat Brain Toys’ new Pretendables toy line. There are six new sets of various food set-ups to encourage role-playing scenarios for kids ages 3 and up.
Pretendables Picnic Basket Set
Pretendables Fruit and Veggie Basket
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Kids can spread out a picnic blanket and go ham with the Pretendables Picnic Basket Set. It comes with pretend bread, felt toppings, condiments, watermelon slices, cookies, wooden drink boxes, and a basket with handles. Kids can load the felt toppings between the bread slices and secure it all together with the toothpick screws. If kids want to go the healthy route, the Pretendables Fruit and Veggie Basket comes with a basket full of pretend fruit and vegetables that kids can slice in half with the wooden knife on the cutting board. Cleaning up turns into a mix-and-match game as they try to piece them back together.
Pretendables Backyard Pizza Oven Set
Pretendables Bakery Se
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For pizza lovers, the Pretendables Backyard Pizza Oven Set comes with a pizza oven, pizza slices, felt toppings to stick on top, a pizza cutter, plates, a menu, and more so kids can pretend they are running their own pizza parlor. You need something to wash all that pizza down with! The Pretendables Lemonade Time Set comes with a hook-and-loop lemon that splits in half, a pitcher with sealed pretend lemonade, toy ice cubes, a set of three glasses, lemon slices that fit onto the rim of the glasses, stir sticks, a chalkboard sign, money, and a storage crate that doubles as a display table.

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Pretendables Bakery Set
Pretendables Cinnamon Roll Set
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Kids with a sweet tooth will get a kick out of the Bakery Set that includes a mixing bowl and ingredients to make the baked goods, a pretend oven to cook them in, and the finished products of cupcakes and cookies. There is also a Cinnamon Roll Set that comes with four plush cinnamon rolls, a baking tray, a cinnamon roll canister with a lid, a toy piping bag, a spreading knife, an oven mitt, and an oven/storage crate. Kids can pop open the canister and pull out the four plush cinnamon rolls that they can unroll or roll back up whenever they want. The toy piping bag is made of squishy foam for a tactile element.

The Pretendables sets range from $27.99-49.99. Some of them are available on fatbraintoys.com now, while a few sets are on back-order until May. Click here to check them out!

Calming, Sensory Play Is in Full Bloom with These Spring-Inspired Mindful Mazes

The Mindful Mazes Garden Pack features four nature-inspired mazes to help teach kids about breath mindfulness. | Source: hand2mind

Spring has (officially) sprung — and nothing says “spring” quite like the blooming of your garden. A little fresh air does wonders for our mental health, and nature often helps us feel grounded and centered. So it’s no wonder that hand2mind’s multisensory, tactile Mindful Mazes — which encourage mindfulness, self-soothing, and self-management habits for kids — pairs so well with its brand-new garden theme.

The Mindful Maze Garden Pack features four mazes that are smaller than the original for screen-free, SEL development time. The boards provide unique experiences to help kids cope, self soothe, and breathe their way through different situations.
As kids trace their way through the tactile Mindful Mazes, the different symbol teach them different breath patterns. | Source: hand2mind

These mini versions of the Mindful Maze have a cute garden theme that makes them perfect for springtime, plus they will help brighten up any leftover gloomy March weather. The pack contains two double-sided maze boards — one featuring a green snail and a purple flower, the other with an orange butterfly and a yellow lazy river — meaning that you get four maze boards in each pack. Each maze’s design features a nature-inspired breath pattern track that kids can trace with their fingers as they practice breathing exercises.

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Each track features symbols to show kids how to breathe through each of these patterns. The triangle symbol signifies where to start, and as they trace, they’ll feel the path expand, signifying them to inhale. They’ll come across a dot, which tells them to stop and hold their breath for a second or two, then continue to breathe out as they follow the remainder of the raised path to the end. 
The Mindful Maze Garden Pack features smaller mazes than the original Mindful Maze Set that are even more travel friendly.

The size of these mazes also makes them easy to toss into a bag and take along on the go. Stick them in kids’ backpacks if they may need some calming vibes at school, or pack them in your carry-on to help out anxious or antsy travelers.

Here’s the thing: I’ve been saying “kids” throughout this review, but at $14.99 per pack, it wouldn’t hurt to pick up a set for your grown-up desk at work, either. It’s incredibly soothing and calming, proving that the habits these mazes help to build really are beneficial for the rest of kids’ lives. 

Practice mindfulness, build breath awareness, and form healthy habits with the Mindful Maze Garden Pack. It’s the perfect pick this spring!

Playmobil Releases 4 Wheely Great New Truck Sets

The Playmobil City Action Fire Truck comes with an assortment of accessories for realistic play. | Source: Playmobil

Toot toot! Beep beep! Playmobil is revving into spring with four new vehicle builds.

Get ready to create epic rescue adventure stories with Playmobil’s newest sets. Little storytellers will love to recreate their commute to school with the school Bbus, race to the rescue with the ambulance or the fire truck, or help out their community with the recycling truck. 
Playmobil City Life School Bus | Source: Playmobil

Kids can head out for a day of learning on the Playmobil School Bus. The set includes four Playmobil figures, including a bus driver and three students. It also comes with accessories such as backpacks, a lunch bag, pencils, a fire extinguisher, a notebook, and a stop sign. 
Playmobil City Action Ambulance | Source: Playmobil

Kids can grab their first aid kits and head to the rescue with the Playmobil Ambulance. This set has everything little first responders need, including a stretcher, an infusion stand, an oxygen apparatus, operating instruments, a stethoscope, plasters, a head bandage, and a first aid kit. The ambulance comes with three Playmobil figures — a female paramedic, a male paramedic, and a female patient. 

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The Playmobil Fire Truck is here to save the day! This set features an extending ladder that spins a full 360 degrees, as well as a rotating and swiveling water cannon that helps extinguish the flames. Little ones can dress the two included Playmobil figures in a variety of accessories, including a respirator, an oxygen tank, a fire hose, a megaphone, a radio, a fire ax, a broom, three pylons, and a fire arm. The fire truck also comes with four water arrows to make play even more realistic. 
Playmobil City Action Recycling Truck | Source: Playmobil

Lastly, the Playmobil Recycling Truck helps keep the city clean. This recycling truck comes with two dust bins for emptying, as well as trash accessories such as tetra packs, bottles, stacks of letters, cans, newspapers, fish bones, and more. The set also includes two Playmobil figures dressed as members of the sanitation department. 

Recommended for kids ages 4 and up, these four Playmobil vehicles retail for $39.99 each and are available on playmobil.us. Which truck will fuel kids’ playtime first? 

Let it Rip on New ‘Beyblade Burst’ Episodes and Toys

The new season of Beyblade Burst Quadstrike takes place during a masquerade tournament! | Source: ADK Emotions NY

Season 7 of the kids’ anime series Beyblade Burst Quadstrike is right around the corner and more details are coming out!

The new season of ADK Emotions NY’s Beyblade Burst Quadstrike sets the tone with a masquerade tournament. The Dark Prince faces off against Quadra — an undefeated, masked Blader who wields the elemental Bey, Lightning Pandora. Quadra kicks butt in the tournament while her brother, Pax, studies the elemental powers radiating from nearby ruins. 

The new season will feature 26 22-minute-long episodes. They will first come out starting on April 3 at 3 p.m. on Disney XD, followed by a May 8 release on Hulu. After the show premieres on both platforms, the new episodes will be available to stream on YouTube.

Related: ‘Beyblade Burst’ Season 7 Trailer and New Battle Set Burst onto the Scene
Hasbro’s Beyblade Burst Quadstrike collection features a Beystadium and tons of new Beyblades! | Source: Hasbro

Hasbro recently dropped a new line of Beyblade Burst Quadstrike toys, including 12 new Beyblades; the Thunder Edge Battle Set, which features a Beystadium, two Beyblades, and two launchers; and more! Kids can play with their Beyblades in the real world, but they can also scan the code on each top to unlock them in the Beyblade Burst app and win virtual battles!

For more info on the latest additions to Beyblade, check out Hasbro’s Beyblade web page and let it rip on new things Beyblade!

‘My Little Pony: Tell Your Tale’ Heads to Netflix for the First Time

My Little Pony Tell Your Tale | Source: eOne

My Little Pony has come a long way since launching in 1983. In 2021, the My Little Pony: A New Generation film introduced a new generation of kids to the brand, followed by two animated series last year. My Little Pony: Tell Your Tale originally launched on YouTube, and now it’s heading to Netflix with 10 episodes following the Mane 5 and their everyday adventures.
Watch the trailer here! | Source: My Little Pony Official YouTube

Each episode is 20 minutes long, continuing the story of Sunny Starscout and her friends after the magic returns to the land of Equestria. Earth ponies, unicorns, and pegasi are now all living together again in Maretime Bay. Kids can find out how Sunny makes new smoothie flavors, where Izzy gets inspiration for her unicycle creations, how Zipp finds clues to solace problems, and what’s going on at Pipp’s Mane Melody salon.

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My Little Pony: Tell Your Tale begins streaming on Netflix on March 27. Kids can also catch another slice-of-life series, My Little Pony: Make Your Mark, and the My Little Pony: A New Generation movie on Netflix. Fans can learn more about the My Little Pony world and get to know the Mane 5 characters better at mylittlepony.hasbro.com.

Great Toys for the Great Outdoors on The Weather Channel

Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined The Weather Channel’s America’s Morning HQ to show off the top toys kids can enjoy outside in the beautiful springtime weather. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

MAXX BUBBLES BUBBLE BARRAGE

Create an endless amount of bubbles! Designed with fun styling and bold colors, this is sure to be a bubble blowing hit this summer. It's easy to use, just screw in the bubble solution and pull the trigger to blow a continuous streak of bubbles. Kids will love the fast bubble blowing action and parents…

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LITTLE TIKES BIG ADVENTURES SAFARI SUV

These toy vehicles combine play, fun, and learning with real, working STEM tools. The Safari SUV includes three detachable tools: binoculars, a flashlight, and a compass. The spinning wheels detach from the Safari SUV and transform into binoculars with 3X magnification. The Safari SUV’s headlights transform into a working flashlight and the Safari SUV’s back…

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BUGGY LIGHT

Got a little bug collector at home? Here's the perfect place to store and explore kids' buggy collections! A softly glowing light shines from the base to illuminate all the fascinating colors and features of kids' pet insects. Meanwhile, the lid doubles as a magnifying glass so you can easily see every little detail. Controls…

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SMITHSONIAN MEGA SCIENCE LAB

Kids learn about volcanoes, weather, outer space, and more. The Smithsonian Mega Science Lab is six STEM kits in one! Observe the process of crystal formation, assemble and paint a model of the earth and moon, and erect and erupt your very own volcano. Create an Eco Dome Habitat where you can catch, collect, and…

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MAXX BUBBLES BUBBLE BARRAGE

Create an endless amount of bubbles! Designed with fun styling and bold colors, this is sure to be a bubble blowing hit this summer. It's easy to use, just screw in the bubble solution and pull the trigger to blow a continuous streak of bubbles. Kids will love the fast bubble blowing action and parents…

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  • $14.99
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  • 3+

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LITTLE TIKES BIG ADVENTURES SAFARI SUV

These toy vehicles combine play, fun, and learning with real, working STEM tools. The Safari SUV includes three detachable tools: binoculars, a flashlight, and a compass. The spinning wheels detach from the Safari SUV and transform into binoculars with 3X magnification. The Safari SUV’s headlights transform into a working flashlight and the Safari SUV’s back…

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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BUGGY LIGHT

Got a little bug collector at home? Here's the perfect place to store and explore kids' buggy collections! A softly glowing light shines from the base to illuminate all the fascinating colors and features of kids' pet insects. Meanwhile, the lid doubles as a magnifying glass so you can easily see every little detail. Controls…

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  • $19.95
  • Age:
  • 5+

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SMITHSONIAN MEGA SCIENCE LAB

Kids learn about volcanoes, weather, outer space, and more. The Smithsonian Mega Science Lab is six STEM kits in one! Observe the process of crystal formation, assemble and paint a model of the earth and moon, and erect and erupt your very own volcano. Create an Eco Dome Habitat where you can catch, collect, and…

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  • 10+

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Get Ready for The Toy Insider’s Sweet Suite 2023!

Originally Published: March 21, 2023; Updated: May 24, 2023

Get ready for an EPIC party because the toy industry’s sweetest night of play is back in action!

The Toy Insider’s 14th annual Sweet Suite event is happening Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at Pier Sixty at Chelsea Piers in New York City. This year’s event is packed with more toys, photo-ops, and hands-on fun than ever before.

Presented by Adventure Media & Events (publisher of The Toy Insider, The Toy Book, and The Pop Insider), Sweet Suite is a legendary, invite-only toy party for press and digital influencers, including Instagram stars and popular TikTok creators. At Sweet Suite ’23, guests will get up close and personal with the coolest new toys, collectibles, video games, and more from more than 50 companies.

Our list of exhibiting sponsors has been revealed and this party is already shaping up to be a blast packed with the toy industry’s established players and rising stars. Companies wishing to get in on the party still have time to do so as booth space is available for a limited time.
Sweet Suite 2023 Sponsors as of May 24, 2023

SWEET SUITE 2023 EXHIBITING SPONSORS (AS OF 5/24/2023) INCLUDE:
  • Title Sponsors: VTech/Leapfrog, Spin Master, Just Play, JAKKS Pacific, The Pokémon Co., Nintendo
  • Platinum Sponsors: SEGA of America, IMC Toys, Mattel, Crayola, The LEGO Group, Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America, Moose Toys, WowWee, MGA Entertainment, Luki Lab, Schylling, Playmates Toys, Cepia, PlayMonster, Aurora, PMI Kids’ World
  • Bronze Sponsors: Cra-Z-Art, Exploding Kittens, Sunny Days Entertainment, Playmobil, ToyMonster International, The Loyal Subjects, 3Doodler, Snuggle Puppy, Battat, Super Impulse, Stomp Rocket, Hasbro, Jazwares, Skyrocket, Thames & Kosmos, World of EPI
  • Discovery Sponsors: Blip Toys, Hey Buddy Hey Pal, Creative Kids, Sky Castle Toys, Hape, Vango, Zigazoo, Smirk & Dagger, Winx Club, Happy Kids, Plush Goals

Sweet Suite is not a trade show — it’s a huge party! Throughout the event, influencers and press will see toys for the first time before they are unveiled anywhere else. Our event is unparalleled and offers attendees a memorable evening, from decadent food and drinks to one-of-a-kind experiences that The Toy Insider team brings from imagination to reality.

Want to attend the event or get involved as a sponsor? Check out this page for all the details. We hope to see YOU in the Big Apple this July!

Dive Under the Sea with These Little Mermaid Water Toys

As the weather slowly starts to get warmer, kids are soon going to be looking for new water toys. Luckily, shopDisney has some options inspired by the 1989 Disney classic The Little Mermaid. 

The Ariel Inflatable Splash Pad gives kids a jump on summer fun. It’s like having their own enchanted lagoon with a slide and an arch with streamers. Parents can connect the splash pad to a garden hose and the inflatable Flounder will spray out water. The bright, colorful art featuring Ariel and under-the-sea wonders on the sides make this splash pad a cool way to have a world of fun. Kids ages 3 and up will enjoy splashing the day away on this splash pad, available at shopDisney for $49.99.
The Ariel Dive Chest Play Set is full of whosits and whatsits galore. | Source: shopDisney

Recommended for kids ages 3 and up, the Ariel Dive Chest Play Set gives your little mermaid as many treasures as their cavern can hold. The plastic case is covered with Ariel artwork, as well as three-dimensional starfish, seaweed, and seashells. When kids open the chest, they’ll find Sebastian, Flounder, a dinglehopper (aka a fork), a snail shell, a seashell, a starfish, eight gems, and six coins.

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Kids can even throw the buried treasure in a bath or a kiddie pool for some search-and-rescue games. When kids are done playing with their treasures, the click latch closure ensures that everything can stay safe inside the chest. This set is available at shopDisney for $19.99. 

These toys will entertain kids throughout the warmer months as they explore under the sea.

New Indiana Jones LEGO Sets Will Delight Any Little Adventurer

These new sets are full of all the adventure found in the Indiana Jones films! | Source: LEGO

Fans of archeology and adventure are already excited about the upcoming Indiana Jones and the DIal of Destiny movie, but now little builders can have their own adventures at home while they wait with new LEGO Indiana Jones sets releasing this April. 
The Fighter Plane Chase set will retail for $34.99 and comes with 387 pieces. | Source: LEGO

The LEGO Indiana Jones Fighter Plane Chase recaptures the plane chase from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. The set comes with three minifigures (Indiana Jones, his father Professor Henry Jones Sr., and a fighter pilot) and 387 pieces. The set is designed for kids ages 8 and up. 
The Escape from the Lost Tomb Set will retail for $39.99 and comes with 600 pieces. | Source: LEGO

The LEGO Indiana Jones Escape from the Lost Tomb set is a bit larger, at 600 pieces, also recommended for kids ages 8 and up. It’s inspired by the Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark movie and comes with four minifigures: Indiana Jones, Marion Ravenwood, Sallah, and a mummy. Kids can help Indy as he deals with challenges like a toppling Anubis statue, a well full of venomous snakes, and more as he searches for the Ark of the Covenant. 
Adults can join in on the fun with the Temple of the Golden Idol set, retailing at $149.99. | Source: LEGO

If adult Indy fans want to get in on the LEGO action to make it a full family night of building, the huge Temple of the Golden Idol set is designed for teens and adults ages 18 and up and features 1,545 pieces, making for a greatly detailed temple from Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark. 

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These sets join other preexisting Indiana Jones sets such as Jungle Duel, Temple of the Crystal Skull, and Venice Canal Chase, although the most recent LEGO Indiana Jones release prior to this was in 2009!

The new LEGO Indiana Jones sets will be available on April 1, well before the June 30 release of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny movie. Get excited for more Indy action and enjoy a night of LEGO building and movie-rewatching with the newest sets from LEGO!

The Offbits Brings Sustainability to Playtime with Buildable Robots

Kids can build robots using themed kits with sustainable parts. | Source: The Offbits

The Offbits is helping kids save the environment while unlocking their creativity! With a zero-waste principle in each product, The Offbits looks to provide parents with an eco-friendly alternative to keep their kids entertained.  

This new upcycling toy line offers kids ages 6 and up the fun of building their own robot! Each kit comes with a special robot character, vehicle, or figurine, as well as an arsenal of connectable and recyclable spare parts similar to what you could find in your home’s garage. Kids can use the special SuperTool Wrench for all their assembling needs as they build the eco-friendly robot of their dreams. Kids can also use spare parts that may be scattered around their homes to add on to their creations and help curb waste. 
ArtBit kit
RiderBit kit
StationBit kit
Source: The Offbits

Each kit offers kids the ability to build at least three models showcased on the packaging on top of countless other creations limited only to their imagination. Kids can craft the creative inventor robot in the ArtBit kit for $16.95; choose from more than 200 nuts and bolts to create their own space module with the StationBit for $59.95; or construct a sick, motorbike-riding robot with the RiderBit for $39.90. 

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These STEAM toys also help kids improve their fine motor skills, spatial reasoning, and problem-solving skills. Parents can purchase a kit on theoffbits.com or Amazon. There are even more themed building kits available on theoffbits.com.

New Toys for Spring and Summer on Suncoast Live

Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined Suncoast Live on ABC in Sarasota to show off the springtime’s hottest new toys. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.

SESAME STREET DINO STOMP ELMO

This 13-inch Elmo plush features the iconic character from Sesame Street dressed in a green dinosaur costume. Elmo moves his arms, stomps along to the “If You’re Happy and You Know It” song, and encourages kids to join in the fun.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 2+

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MAXX BUBBLES BUBBLE BARRAGE

Create an endless amount of bubbles! Designed with fun styling and bold colors, this is sure to be a bubble blowing hit this summer. It's easy to use, just screw in the bubble solution and pull the trigger to blow a continuous streak of bubbles. Kids will love the fast bubble blowing action and parents…

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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SONIC THE HEDGEHOG SONIC RINGS

Inspired by the Sonic the Hedgehog video games, this set comes with two Sonic Rings with motion-activated sounds. They are made from bounce-proof plastic for indoor and outdoor play. Each ring comes with a clear plastic stand for display.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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SWITCH & GO HATCH & ROAAAR EGG VELOCIRAPTOR RACER

Create an egg-cellent dino world with the Switch & Go Hatch & Roaaar Egg Velociraptor Racer! Kids can open the egg and find all the pieces they need to build their own 2-in-1 dinosaur racer. Kids can zip their speedy racer around with roaring engine sounds and the voice of the race car driver, then…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $10.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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COCOMELON SOFTEE DOUGH SCHOOL BUS

Mold and shape favorite CoComelon characters with this awesome Softee Dough set! Includes a portable School Bus shaped case to store the Softee Dough and adorable Dough molds! Create JJ, Cody, and more. Includes a play mat scene of JJ's favorite playground so kids can create real-life scenes with their dough creations. Through pulling, twisting,…

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET

Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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MIRACULOUS MAGIC HEROEZ TRANSFORMATION SURPRISE

Reveal Marinette's super-secret hero identity! Place Marinette and the magical pink packet in the Miraculous tube, add water, and swirl to reveal one of three Miraculous hero possibilities to collect. Each Magic Heroez Transformation doll includes a doll, and three accessory surprises!

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $16.99; $34.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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MAXX BUBBLES BUBBLE BARRAGE

Create an endless amount of bubbles! Designed with fun styling and bold colors, this is sure to be a bubble blowing hit this summer. It's easy to use, just screw in the bubble solution and pull the trigger to blow a continuous streak of bubbles. Kids will love the fast bubble blowing action and parents…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

Buy Now

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Amazon

SWITCH & GO HATCH & ROAAAR EGG VELOCIRAPTOR RACER

Create an egg-cellent dino world with the Switch & Go Hatch & Roaaar Egg Velociraptor Racer! Kids can open the egg and find all the pieces they need to build their own 2-in-1 dinosaur racer. Kids can zip their speedy racer around with roaring engine sounds and the voice of the race car driver, then…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $10.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

Buy Now

Amazon

COCOMELON SOFTEE DOUGH SCHOOL BUS

Mold and shape favorite CoComelon characters with this awesome Softee Dough set! Includes a portable School Bus shaped case to store the Softee Dough and adorable Dough molds! Create JJ, Cody, and more. Includes a play mat scene of JJ's favorite playground so kids can create real-life scenes with their dough creations. Through pulling, twisting,…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

Buy Now

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Walmart

LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET

Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

Buy Now

Amazon Walmart Target

MIRACULOUS MAGIC HEROEZ TRANSFORMATION SURPRISE

Reveal Marinette's super-secret hero identity! Place Marinette and the magical pink packet in the Miraculous tube, add water, and swirl to reveal one of three Miraculous hero possibilities to collect. Each Magic Heroez Transformation doll includes a doll, and three accessory surprises!

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $16.99; $34.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

Buy Now

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Target

Learning Is Easy as Yum-2-3 with This Play Toaster

This cute little toaster features fun food accessories. | Source: LeapFrog/The Toy Insider

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day — and you can include it in play!

LeapFrog’s Yum-2-3 Toaster is an egg-citing new way for toddlers ages 12 months and up to practice their learning skills. Along with the sunny little toaster, kids can find nine pretend play pieces: utensils, a plate, two slices of bread, a jelly jar and a lid, a fried egg, and bacon. Anyone else getting hungry?

The toaster itself is a hoot and is welcome in my kitchen any time. It plays songs about making the most of your toast and brings counting into play: For example, it will prompt kids to put two slices of bread into the toaster and add one egg to make it a sandwich. The toaster also features colorful buttons, that when pressed will talk about colors and numbers, or sing another jam.

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Surprisingly, by far my 1-year-old’s favorite thing is probably something you didn’t even realize I mentioned: the jelly jar and lid. She becomes enamored with opening and closing it. I’m assuming it’s because she can do it easily and it’s something new for her. We recently went on a long flight and although I didn’t bring the whole set (it’s small enough that I could have, however), we brought along the jar to keep her happy. I placed treats inside for her to discover and it was a hit.
Toddlers can get toasty with the Yum-2-3 Toaster. | Source: Leapfrog

The jar is just a bonus. She also loves placing the bread into the toaster and watching it pop out. She doesn’t quite understand yet that she can’t just rip it out, but with time she’ll learn to use the lever. As a parent, I also love that it has two volume settings. Yes, the songs are absolute bops, but listen to anything on repeat 20 times in a row and you’ll be happy you can make it a little quieter. I also love that although small, this toy is mighty. It truly is jam-packed with educational value.

Kids are always hungry to learn, and LeapFrog’s Yum-2-3 Toaster makes sure they’re starting the day — and life — off right.

Gather Your Meanest Family Members and Movie Buffs to Play Rotten Tomatoes: The Card Game

Perfect for a family movie night! | Source: Cryptozoic Entertainment

If your kids are in middle school, then you know exactly what it’s like to live with a little critic: Emotions are high, hormones are flowing, and sometimes the criticism is endless. And honestly, we all have a critic hidden somewhere, one that nudges us when the food isn’t right or one that begs us to switch movies 20 minutes in. 

Gather your meanest family members and movie buffs to put the biggest critics in your family to the test with the new Rotten Tomatoes: The Card Game. The new card game by Cryptozoic Entertainment comes with 350 movie cards, 35 wild cards, and a storage box. The game is perfect for middle schoolers ages 10 and up (truly the best age to be a critic) and you can play it with 2-20 players. 
Players must rank movies based on the Tomatometer score. | Source: Cryptozoic

The game is inspired by the Rotten Tomatoes website, which provides reviews on film and television. The movie cards (like the website) detail the specifics of different films, including the title, the release date, the Tomatometer score, the audience score, the plot summary, and the cast. Each player gets three movie cards and must arrange them in order of their Tomatometer score. Players will take turns drawing a movie card from their deck and reading out all the details except the Tomatometer score, while another player guesses where the movie’s Tomatometer score ranks among the movie collection of the person reading. Whoever guesses correctly wins the movie card and the player to collect 10 movie cards first wins. 

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The Rotten Tomatoes card game also includes wild cards that players can use to interrupt someone else’s turn and include other players in the round. Once a winner is determined for the round, they obtain the movie card and the wild card is then discarded. 

Make sure you have at least 20 minutes to play — the game can get lengthy depending on the number of players. I recommend setting aside an hour to play. The cards include popular titles that families can easily remember watching, like The Sandlot and Harry Potter and The Sorceror’s Stone making it easy for kids to get involved. 

Overall, Rotten Tomatoes: The Card Game is a great family game that movie lovers and critics alike can all enjoy together! 

Decorate Magnetic Tile Art, Wooden Bird Houses, and More for National Craft Month

Horizon Group USA is giving you crafts all day, every day! | Source: Horizon Group USA

During March, we celebrate all things paint, glue, and construction paper! National Craft Month is in full swing, and Horizon Group USA has the Made by Me collection with great craft toys to dig into!
The Ultimate Jar of Crafts includes pompoms, pipe cleaners, and more! | Source: Horizon Group USA

Any great crafter needs supplies and the Made by Me Ultimate Jar of Crafts has everything kids need to flex their creative muscles. There are more than 200 pieces in the jar, including googly eyes, foam shapes, craft sticks, and more! The Made by Me Ultimate Jar of Crafts is available on Amazon for $13.22.
Magnetic tile art is perfect for display on the refrigerator! | Source: Horizon Group USA

Traditionally, the best crafts are displayed on the fridge. Kids can make art specifically designed for fridge display with the Made by Me Paint Your Own Magnetic Tile Art set. The kit has everything kids need to make 12 ceramic tile magnets, including paint! The Made by Me Paint Your Own Magnetic Tile Art set is available at Walmart for $12.97.

Related: Kids Art Box Is Helping Kids Get Crafty This Easter
DIY is easy with the birdhouse kit! | Source: Horizon Group USA

Craft and animal lovers alike will have fun making the Made by Me Build & Paint Your Own Wooden Birdhouse. The set doesn’t need any tools and includes pre-cut wooden pieces, wind chimes, paint, and more. The kit is available on Amazon for $9.97. 

All three crafts are designed for kids ages 6 and up and these are only a few picks from Horizon Group USA! Whether you’re looking for an after-school activity or a fun DIY job for spring vacation, there’s a craft kit for the kids in your life. 

Saddle Up for Breyer’s New Freedom Series Horses

These new figures are perfect for any little pasture! | Source: Breyer

The Freedom Series from Breyer continues to bring realistic horse models for every little equestrian, with six new breeds and colors now available. With unique patterns, fun poses, and incredible detail, these figures will trot their way into any kid’s heart.

The new Pinto horse features the classic Pinto pattern of white patches against another color, with the horse figure standing in a relaxed walking pose. The Mahogany Bay Arabian has a windswept mane and tail, with deep brown and black coloration, doing justice to one of the world’s oldest horse breeds. The Palomino Saddlebred is light brown and white. Saddlebreds are known for being a show horse breed, which explains the figure’s active pose.
Pinto (#1057)
Mahogany Bay Arabian (#1056)
Palomino Saddlebred (#1055)
Source: Breyer

The Fleabitten Grey Thoroughbred is standing race-ready with a white coat flecked in black. The Red Dun Pintaloosa is a lovely representation of the pattern produced by crossing a Pinto and an Appaloosa. Finally, the Blue Roan Brabant has galloped all the way from Belgium to join horse figure collections worldwide. 
Fleabitten Grey Thoroughbred (#1054)
Red Dun Pintaloosa (#1053)
Blue Roan Brabant (#1052)
Source: Breyer

Breyer has such a huge collection of horse figures, any kid in their horse phase will find a favorite. Other collections outside the Freedom Series include the Traditional Series with large and realistic horse models, a large array of unicorns for kids wanting to add a little magic to their lives, and the adorably miniature Stablemates figures.

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The newest Breyer Freedom Series figures are available now on the official Breyer website as well as online retailers such as Amazon. All these new figures are retailing for $21.99 and are designed for kids ages 4 and up. Kids can get their favorite or even grab them all if they can’t resist having all these gorgeous, new horses in their personal stable!

New Fashion Fidgets Expand Kids’ Collections with Pets, Mermaids, and More

The Mermaid dolls come with a stretchable tube tail. | Source: WowWee

Fidget toys are a trend with some staying power — and the newest Fashion Fidgets from WowWee bring even more color and creativity to the trend. This year’s latest additions to the collectibles line, which first launched last fall, include Pets, Mermaids, and a second series of fashionable dolls, all made in collaboration with Mrs. Bench, a leading fidget influencer on YouTube and TikTok. 

Designed for kids ages 5 and up, each Fashion Fidget comes with at least three fidget features, but some come with more. Every box is a surprise, so kids never know which fidget style they are going to get!

There are plenty of ways for kids to use Fashion Fidgets. Kids can spin, click, pop, stretch, or turn different features, which are incorporated into the characters’ hair, skin, and/or clothing. Some of the fidget features are soft and squishy, such as the dolls’ rubbery hair or skirts, while others are harder, such as a twistable gear on the top of the doll’s head. Every doll in Series 2 and the Mermaids series comes with small buttons under their eyes in a special shape, such as hearts or stars. Personally, I found those buttons on the dolls’ cheeks to be the most satisfying feature to explore.
Series 2
Mermaids
Pets
The new Fashion Fidgets include Series 2, Mermaids, and Pets. | Source: WowWee

While Series 1 had 18 different dolls to collect (such as Classy Chloe, Stylin’ Suzy, and Dapper Dale), Series 2 introduces 12 more for kids to add to their collection. These dolls have names such as Orange Olivia, White Willa, and Charcoal Charli and come complete with removable skirts decorated with silicone bubbles that kids can pop. Kids can mix and match their favorite colors or start their collection based on their favorite fidget features. 

The Mermaids series features nine dolls in total, such as Neat Nelly, Polished Pat, and Elegant Ella. These dolls come with a stretchable tube that kids can place them in to look like a mermaid’s tail. When wearing the tail, the doll can stand up on its own. Just like the standard Fashion Fidgets, the Mermaids series comes with a pamphlet that collectors can unfold to create a trading mat, which kids can use to exchange Fashion Fidgets.

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Finally, the Pets collection features 16 different variations, such as #OOTD Ozzie, Sassy Sparkle, and Cutie Curlz. Each pet comes with either a removable popping skirt or a popping purse. Kids can mix and match these accessories as their collection grows. They can also remove the accessories to use them as standalone fidget toys — twice the fun! When kids add the Pets to their collection, they can swap the skits between them and the Series 2 dolls.

Not only are these Fashion Fidgets excellent fidget toys, but they also provide plenty of open-ended play as dolls. This combines the stress-release benefits of sensory play with the imaginative and storytelling play patterns that kids can engage in with dolls. The dolls themselves are not poseable, but they can stand up on their own, making for an excellent display. And now that there are Pets involved, the dolls have even more story potential and round out their Fashion Fidget world. All of the dolls also come with removable keychains, so kids can take them wherever they go by simply attaching them to a backpack, purse, or belt loop.

The new Fashion Fidgets collections expand this fidget (and budget)-friendly line with even more ways to play!

Elmer’s Squishies Provide a Fun DIY Fidget Activity

There are 80 mystery characters to collect. | Source: Elmer’s

With the rainy days of spring quickly approaching, there’s no better time to try a new DIY activity. Elmer’s Squishies activity kits have everything necessary for kids to make their own squishy toy in 60 minutes. 

Recommended for kids ages 6 and up, each box comes with mystery molds, Secret Solutions A & B, mixing cups, stir sticks, and Elmer’s glue pens to make squishy mystery characters. Kids can mix and pour the solutions into the molds. Overall, there are 80 mystery character possibilities to make and collect, including 12 rare possibilities. The mystery molds included with each box are completely randomized, so kids never know which character or color they’re going to get. 
The formula is safe and nontoxic. | Source: Elmer’s

The safe, nontoxic formula and easy-to-mix components make Elmer’s Squishies perfect for kids ages 6 and up. If kids are looking to create even more Squishies characters, look for the Secret Solution refill packs or try experimenting with different Elmer’s pourable glues to create custom variations (sold separately). 

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Once the Squishies are made, kids can squish, stretch, and scrunch the characters for the perfect fidget toys. Due to the large variety of characters, Squishies also make excellent toys to trade with friends. Head to elmers.com to learn more about the characters’ names, birthdates, families, friends, and even rivals. 

The kits are available in packs of one for $6.99 or packs of four for $22.97, available now at major retailers. Squish your way into a world of fun with Elmer’s Squishies.

Master Chief Goes Full Speed into Battle with NKOK’s Halo R/C Vehicles

Halo Battle Hog UNSC Warthog | Source: NKOK

If you have any gamers in your home, you may have heard of Halo, a hugely popular franchise that was first released as a first-person shooter video game for Microsoft’s Xbox in 2001. There have been many new games, short films, and TV series since then, with storylines that combine military and science-fiction elements. Halo Infinite is the latest video game in the saga and now kids can take that high-energy action off the screen with new R/C vehicles modeled after the Warthog and Gungoose from the game.
UNSC Gungoose
UNSC Gungoose
Halo UNSC Gungoose | Source: NKOK

Recommended for kids ages 6 and up, the UNSC Gungoose and the Battle Hog UNSC Warthog are two new toys from NKOK, sold separately. This Battle Hog version of the Warthog is an all-terrain, joint tactical vehicle that comes with two action figures (Master Chief and Spartan IV). The Gungoose is an armed ATV that comes with one action figure (Master Chief). Although both vehicles come with one of the same characters, the Master Chief included with the Gungoose is much larger than the other, so kids will feel like they’re getting something different even if they own both versions. The vehicles are detailed enough to make them fun even without driving them, with working headlights and the ability to place the action figures in the seats, but obviously the real excitement comes from the R/C feature.
See how the vehicles can handle rough terrain in this video! | Source: NKOK

Kids can use the remote to drive the cars either at home or out in the real world. The wheels are powerful enough to handle sidewalks or dirt terrain, even rolling over small sticks. The vehicles have a range of up to 150 feet so kids can run around like they are in the midst of a legendary battle while acting out their Halo scenarios with the supersoldier Master Chief (also known as a Spartan). The Warthog’s transmitter features a turbo boost button that makes it go crazy-fast when it needs to chase down the enemy.
Kids can swivel the weapon the the back of the Warthog. | Source: NKOK

The Warthog also has a rotating mounted turret in the back of the vehicle, so while Master Chief is driving, Spartan IV can man the weapons — it’s all about teamwork! Kids can also add their own action figures to run over or hang off the back of the cars to expand their role playing options.

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The vehicles operate at 2.4 GHz so up to 16 kids can all play at the same time if they have R/C cars. Imagine that many Halo vehicles taking over the neighborhood! Keep that in mind when you need birthday party ideas for any kids who love video games or toy cars.

The missions may change, but kids will always find a steady solider in these Spartans and their trusty R/C vehicles.

These Soft Baby Blocks Promote Developmental Play

The set includes two cubes, a pyramid, and a ball. | Source: Follies

Follies has a unique Easter (or anytime!) gift for babies that will provide hours of developmental play. 

The Baby Bauhaus Soft Blocks set comes with four super-soft, sensory-rich blocks for curious little minds and fingers to puzzle over. This set includes two cubes, a pyramid, and a ball. The larger cube features a mirror for babies to look at themselves during tummy time, while the ball has a bell for babies to rattle.
The larger cube features a mirror while the ball has a bell. | Source: Follies

Babies will enjoy grabbing, throwing, sitting, and looking with these colorful blocks. Their high-contrast designs also help with newborn development skills of pattern recognition. Parents will appreciate the packaging, which comes with Montessori-inspired activities to promote cognitive, visual, and motor learning without overstimulating your baby. These blocks are also great for playing with older siblings who can combine the shapes to make towers, bridges, ball games, and more. 

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The Baby Bauhaus set is the latest in a long line of baby toys from Follies. Chloe Varelidi, a trained architect and mom of two, was always frustrated with the lack of sophisticated design for kids’ toys. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Henry Matisse, Ray Ermes, and Anni Albers, Varelidi founded Follies and has spent more than a decade creating award-winning children’s products. 

This set is designed for newborns and babies of all ages and is available on Amazon and playfollies.com for $60.

RuffHouse Backyard Playsets Will Make Your House the Place to Be This Summer

Each RuffHouse playset combines slides, swings, and climbing into one fun package! | Source: RuffHouse

With spring and summer just around the corner, kids can’t wait to get outside and use all their pent-up energy. This year, they can romp the warm months away in RuffHouse Play Systems backyard playsets.

The RuffHouse playsets are made out of vinyl, so they are durable, paint-free, and, best of all, weatherproof. The vinyl is designed to stay cool to the touch, so kids won’t burn their hands and feet while climbing during the hot summer months. 
Families can choose their playset’s layout, add-ons, and color scheme! | Source: RuffHouse

RuffHouse has eight different designs for the backyard playsets that feature swings, slides, rock climbing walls, and more, with prices starting at $4,950. Each design has a standard layout, but you can also change how the design is laid out, change accent colors, and choose which swings you want to add. If you’re looking for something extra fancy to add on, Ruffhouse offers mist systems, battery-powered LED lights, steering wheels, telescopes, picnic tables, and playhouses. 

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Adults who are good with DIY and construction can build the set on their own, but RuffHouse also works with installers and designers who can help with the building process. RuffHouse’s backyard playsets are great for encouraging kids to get outside more. After all, who wouldn’t want their own playground in the backyard?

Celebrate National Panda Day with ‘Stillwater’ Shorts on Apple TV+

Still from Stillwater shorts | Source: Apple TV+

Excited for the new season of Apple TV+’s Stillwater or have kids who just really love pandas? Then you’re in luck! Today, the streaming platform is celebrating National Panda Day with all new shorts based on Jon J Muth’s best-selling Zen Scholastic book series right before the third season of Stillwater is released. 

The Peabody- and Daytime Emmy award-winning children’s series follows a group of kids who are guided through the hardships of adolescence by a wise panda named Stillwater. Apple TV+ is introducing three new short episodes to fans of the show: “Jasper’s Journey,” “Making Waves,” and “Breathing.”  
See what the show is all about in the Stillwater Season 2 trailer. | Source: Apple TV+/YouTube

“Jasper’s Journey” follows Jasper the Cat as he embarks on a thought-provoking walk through Stillwater’s garden. Viewers can watch the giant panda as he creates new patterns in his Zen garden in “Making Waves.” Finally, “Breathing” follows Karl as he joins Stillwater and learns the importance of breathing when you’re feeling upset. 

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Produced by Gaumont and Scholastic Entertainment, Stillwater features voice acting performances from Caitlin Friedman, Christophe Riandee, Iole Lucchese, Jef Kaminsky, Nicolas Atlan, Rob Hoegee, Sidonie Dumas, and Terry Kalagian. 

You can watch the all new shorts today by subscribing to Apple TV+. The third season of Stillwater is set to premiere globally on May 19.  

Spin Master’s Flash Toys Race into Stores Like the Superheroes They Are

The newest Flash figure will race his way to save the day! | Source: Spin Master

The Flash movie is rushing into theaters this June, and new toys from Spin Master are ready for its arrival! Little speedsters can get their favorite Flash toy and then catch the newest DC film offering over the summer.
The Flash 12-inch Feature Figure ($24.99) | Source: Spin Master

The Flash 12-inch Feature Figure is an impressive, poseable Flash figure with powers at the ready. When kids press his chest, the figure will light up and go into a super-powered running mode. Kids can also shake the figure to activate even more lights, as well as voiced phrases like, “C’mon, Barry! You got this!” Recommended for kids ages 4 and up, the figure is available at Amazon, Target, and Walmart.
The Flash Batwing Battle Set ($29.99) | Source: Spin Master

The Flash Ultimate Batwing Battle Set brings Batman to the battle — and he’s bringing his huge Batwing with him. The set comes with 4-inch figures of Batman and Flash, both sized to fit in the flying Batwing. Designed for kids ages 4 and up, the set is available at Amazon, Target, and Walmart.
The Flash Ultimate Figure Set ($39.99) | Source: Spin Master

For even more 4-inch figures to add to the fight against villainy, The Flash Ultimate Figure set comes with The Flash, Batman, a younger Flash, General Zod, and Supergirl. With a ton of accessories and all these superheroes, General Zod doesn’t stand a chance! Get the set exclusively on Amazon.

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Spin Master has plenty more for fans of the DC universe. The toy company has made figures of Black Adam, Cyclone, Aquaman, Wonder Woman, and many more. Every kid’s favorite hero or villain has an action figure ready to join the fight!

The newest Flash figures are available now at a variety of stores and online retailers. Kids can run to grab their favorite and then get excited because even more fantastic Flash toys are on the way, like the Flash Hero Set featuring a wearable Flash mask and ring. The Flash movie comes out on June 16.

These Centering Cards Help Kids Master the Art of Mindfulness

Centering Cards were created with the input of parents, educators, and psychologists. | Source: eeBoo

Kids often become overactive and highly strung. Rather than putting them in a “time out,” using these situations as a chance to become centered and mindful can be much more beneficial. Created with the input of parents, educators, and trained psychologists, eeBoo’s Centering Cards will help kids master the art of mindfulness.

These short, multisensory exercises come in two sets: anytime and bedtime. Anytime is designed for kids who need to return to a social situation, while bedtime is made for kids who are winding down for the night. 
Anytime
Bedtime
Source: eeBoo

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Each set comes with 36 illustrated cards with exercises that use a variety of strategies to help kids calm down and center themselves. Each card is color-coded depending on its prompt. Cards one through six are green and focus on visualization and seeing. Cards seven through 19 are yellow, representing body movement, or simple exercises that help redirect physical energy. Cards 20 through 24 are blue and offer breathing prompts. Cards 25 through 33 are violet and represent touch. Lastly, cards 34 through 36 provide listening/sound prompts. 

The Centering Cards from eeBoo come with a 3-minute sand timer, a fabric pouch, and an instruction booklet. They are available from eeboo.com for $19.99.

36 of the Best Easter Toys for Baskets, Egg Hunts, and Springtime Fun

Easter is on Sunday, April 9. While most of us enjoy loading up on tons of chocolate eggs and jelly beans, there’s a way to fill baskets and egg hunts with something sugar-free, but still sweet as can be: TOYS!

We’ve put together a list of our favorite springtime toys that spans all ages and interests. Take a look and you’ll find seasonal plushies, small items you can hide in your plastic Easter eggs (some even come with the eggs included because we love convenience), activity sets with creative ways to decorate real eggs, and affordable toys to stuff those baskets with!

Check our 36 favorite Easter toys below.

GUND PETER RABBIT 4-PIECE EASTER BASKET

This 4-piece plush set is designed with soft textures and stimulating sensory details, including an 8.5-inch plush Peter Rabbit, an Easter egg baby rattle, a crinkly carrot, and a pastel yellow basket that acts as a carrying case.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $29.98
  • Age:
  • 12 MOS+

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CALICO CRITTERS EASTER CELEBRATION SET

This seasonal set comes with an exclusive Marguerite Rabbit sister and brother that are fully poseable and dressed in removable Easter outfits. It also comes with accessories, including three pastel Easter eggs, toy candy, and baby chicks.

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PLAY-DOH EGGS 24-PACK

This Amazon exclusive comes with 24 plastic eggs, each prefilled with 2 ounces of Play-Doh. The color of the egg matches the compound color inside and there are duplicate colors.

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  • $21.17
  • Age:
  • 24 MOS+

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MICKEY MOUSE AND MINNIE MOUSE PLUSH EASTER BUNNIES

Mickey and Minnie are hopping down the bunny trail in plush form. Each plush character has embroidered features and wears an attached fuzzy onesie with floppy ears, a furry cottontail, ''Disney 2023'' embroidery on one foot, and beans in the bottom. They are 13.5 inches tall and Mickey also has a floral boutonniere, while Minnie has…

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  • Age:
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EASTER CRAFTS BUNDLE

This crafts bundle comes with two kits: Easter Egg Artist and Breezy Bunny Easter Kite. With the Easter Egg Artist kit, kids can decorate eggs with tattoo decorations and display their creations in egg holders and a colorful basket that they can weave themselves. It will also teach kids about egg-decorating traditions from around the…

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  • $39.95
  • Age:
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DIPPIN’ DESIGNS ENCHANTED EGG WRAP KIT

Dippin' Designs is a mess-free way to decorate Easter eggs with no dyes. This technique uses a hydro-dipping technology to produce detailed designs in just three simple steps: stick it, dip it, twirl it. Each kit comes with 14 hydro-dip sheets (two extra in case of mistakes), 12 egg stands, two dipping tools, and two smoothing…

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  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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LEGO CREATOR 3-IN-1 WHITE RABBIT

Kids can build three different models out of this three-in-one set, including a white rabbit, a cockatoo parrot, or a white seal. The rabbit can snack on a carrot and a flower, the parrot can rotate its head 360 degrees, and the seal can move its mouth and flippers.

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET

Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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PAINT YOUR OWN STONE MOSAIC BUNNY

This set comes with a 5.5-inch stone bunny, 12 paint colors, and a paintbrush. Kids can decorate the bunny with the paint however they'd like, bake it in the oven to set the paint (with the help of an adult), and display it anywhere.

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  • $24.95
  • Age:
  • 8+

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BUILD-A-BEAR EGG HUNT

Parents can hide the four mini plush Build-A-Bears and eight mini clothing and accessory items inside the 12 plastic eggs for an Easter egg hunt (all included).

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  • $26
  • Age:
  • 3+

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SLAM WORDS

In this game, players shake the cup and slam it shut to reveal three letters, then quickly find a word that uses the three letters. Pass the cup to the next player who has to find a new word or they are out.

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
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DISNEY KOOSH CLIPS

Each clip features a Koosh ball and a character from Disney's Encanto (Mirabel, Antonio, Bruno, and Luisa), Frozen (Elsa), or a Disney Princess (Tiana, Ariel, and Belle). Kids can attach the clips to backpacks, key rings, and belt loops to take them on the go. They are available at Target.

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  • $7.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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CARE BEARS MICRO PLUSH

Get ready for big Care Bears fun in a micro scale! The Care Bears kids know and love are tinier and more magical than ever. Play with besties like Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, Good Luck Bear, Harmony Bear, and Laugh-a-Lot Bear in their adorable micro size. Each bear comes with their own unique look and…

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  • Age:
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JURASSIC WORLD CAPTIVZ HATCHLINGS

Kids can discover a new generation of Jurassic species with these pint-size, buildable dinosaurs. Each slime egg contains a Hatchlings dinosaur, Paleo slime, a collector guide, and an exclusive collector token. There are 14 dinosaur species to collect, including rare Hatchling Velociraptors.

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  • $4.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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FRESH FAIRIES 5-PACK

These 3-inch-tall fairies feature cute poses and authentic Bantu knots, puff balls, head wraps, Afros, and Afro puff hairstyles. They also come with keychain clips.

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  • $34.99
  • Age:
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PETER RABBIT TONIE FIGURE

This Tonie figure features four of Beatrix Potter's stories: The Tale of Peter Rabbit, The Tale of Mr. Tod, The Tale of Benjamin Bunny, and The Tale of The Flopsy Bunnies. Kids can place the Tonie figure on top of the Toniebox (sold separately) to hear 65 minutes of audio stories.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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WILTOPIA ANIMAL FIGURES

Each pack comes with an animal figure, an accessory, and a collectible animal card with a QR code that links to the Playmobil Wiltopia app to teach kids more about each animal. Kids can also use the app's AR feature to take selfies with the animals. There is an assortment of animal figures to choose…

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  • Age:
  • 4+

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DISNEY DOORABLES SQUISH’ALOTS SERIES 1

Kids can collect 50 different miniature Disney Doorables Squish’Alots collectible figures in Series 1. Each capsule includes 4-6 blind-bagged figures. Kids can open the front door to find the first blind bag, then twist the roof of the tower-shaped capsule to find additional 1-inch figures inspired by Disney and Pixar films.

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  • $9.99
  • Age:
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ORIGINAL TAMAGOTCHI

The Original Tamagotchi features the same programming as the original digital pet from 1997. Kids can feed their, play games with it, give it medicine, check its health, and take care of it to make sure it is happy. How kids raise their Tamagotchi will decide which of the seven adults it will grow into.…

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MINI WHINNIES BARN AND CASTLE SURPRISE

This new series of Mini Whinnies comes with three 1:64-scale horse or unicorn figures in reusable barn-themed or castle-themed packaging. There are six horse figures and six unicorn figures total in the collection, which are randomly packaged to make it a surprise. The Barn Surprise and the Castle Surprise are sold separately.

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  • $6.99 (EACH)
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POKÉMON TRADING CARD GAME: SCARLET & VIOLET BOOSTER BUNDLE (6 PACKS)

This bundle includes six booster packs from the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet expansion. Each booster pack contains 10 cards and one Basic Energy (cards vary by pack). The cards feature characters from the Paldea region, such as first partners Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly; and the Legendary Pokémon Koraidon and Miraidon as Pokémon ex. Other Pokémon ex…

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  • Age:
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SWITCH AND GO HATCH AND ROAAAR EGG

Kids can crack open the egg to find all the pieces needed to build a dinosaur that transforms into a racing vehicle. When kids push a button, the dinosaur or racer will make engine sounds and flashing lights. There are different styles to choose from, including a T-Rex Racer, a Triceratops Race Car, a Velociraptor…

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  • $10.99
  • Age:
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5 SURPRISE TOY MINI BRANDS SERIES 3 CAPSULE

Kids can unwrap multiple new mini toys with the latest series of 5 Surprise Toy Mini Brands. There are more than 90 miniature toys and accessories to collect, including ultra-rare frozen moments. Kids can find minis of toys from Hasbro, K’NEX, NeeDoh, Tamagotchi, and more.

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  • $7.49
  • Age:
  • 3+

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FASHION FIDGETS MERMAIDS

Kids can grow their Fashion Fidgets collection with a new series — Mermaids! The Mermaid-themed dolls make a splash with a fan-favorite fidget trend: pop tube mermaid tails! There are nine new mermaid dolls to collect and each has more than three fidget features. Stretch, spin, and twist their removable pop tube mermaid tails.

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  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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JUST MY STYLE POP & COLOR SKETCHBOOK

Kids can keep their hands busy and their minds calm with this sketchbook, which has a removable smiley-face fidget toy on its cover. Inside, kids will find 20 pages with mindfulness activities, get-to-know-you prompts, and more. The sketchbook also comes with a glitter-filled pen and a sticker sheet.

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  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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CRAYOLA WIXELS ACTIVITY SETS

Follow the color map to create pixelated unicorns, animals, or original designs. Each square absorbs ink from the included markers to color the designs. Create over and over again with the washable board.

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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MINDFUL MAZE GARDEN PACK

These two double-sided boards cover four nature-themed breath patterns. Kids can use a finger to follow the breathing tracks or add multisensory elements to extend the fun, like pompoms or beans. While they follow the maze, they will learn different breathing techniques that encourage mindfulness, self soothing, and self-management skills.

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  • Age:
  • 3+

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SKETCH PALS BUG BUDDIES

Kids can write and doodle on the black board with the attached stylus, with their fingernails, or with almost anything. The screen will clear completely with the push of a button to start over again. Kids can attach Sketch Pals to book bags, lunch boxes, or luggage, and the stylus is attached so it won't…

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  • Age:
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YUME DISNEY 100 SURPRISE CAPSULES

Each capsule contains a figure, unique accessories, a background scene card, and a transforming, 360-degree display. Kids can solve the clues to reveal one of 14 characters in Series 1, including two rare chase characters.

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  • Age:
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PINXIES BUTTERFLY HOT AIR BALLOON

Designed to inspire storytelling, this STEM-based construction set includes graphic paperboard panels, colorful plastic building links, accessories, and stickers that kids can use to build a hot air balloon. It’s compatible with other Pinxies building sets.

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  • Age:
  • 6+

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BEARS VS DONUTS

Are you team bear or team donut? These bean-filled and squishy plush are mystery bag collectibles, with 24 different characters in the series. The bears are around 4 inches tall and the donuts are round and a bit shorter.

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  • $5
  • Age:
  • 4+

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CRY BABIES LITTLE CHANGERS

Each 1.18-inch doll comes in a flower capsule that opens to a personalized world with surprises to uncover and four activations specific to each character. Kids can use water to reveal a hidden flower. There are six characters to collect. This eco-friendly collection is made from plant-based materials.

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  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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L.O.L. SURPRISE! SUNSHINE MAKEOVER

Kids can unbox eight surprises, including one of 12 L.O.L. Surprise Dolls, an outfit, shoes, accessories, a bottle, a secret message, and more. When placed in sunlight, each Sunshine Makeover doll will have a color-change transformation to its fashion, hair, makeup, or body. The color change will disappear and reappear when kids take the doll…

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  • Age:
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AMI AMIS WAVE 1

Ami Amis are cute and quirky collectible plush! There are 30 characters in Wave 1. Each Wave has a mix of common, rare, and ultra rare designs. These cozy crochet plush characters are inspired by favorite things – the first wave is launching with Foodie Friends, Animal Buddies, and Retro designs! The ultra rare characters…

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APHMAU MYSTERY MEEMEOWS SURPRISE FIGURE — LITTER 2

The popular Aphmau MeeMeows have arrived in an even more collectible form. This series 2 collection of mini figures consists of the most popular cats from the No. 1 female-led gaming YouTube channel, such as Cookie Cat, Sugar Skull Cat, and Cherry Cat (each sold separately). There are eight total surprise figures in the second…

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  • Age:
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SPRING SMANIMALS

Each Smanimal is 10 inches tall in a sitting position and features a scent that is guaranteed to last for 2 years. The Spring Smanimals include a watermelon-scented frog, a marshmallow-scented lamb, a lemon meringue-scented duck, and bunnies scented like blueberry or strawberry.

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  • Age:
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GUND PETER RABBIT 4-PIECE EASTER BASKET

This 4-piece plush set is designed with soft textures and stimulating sensory details, including an 8.5-inch plush Peter Rabbit, an Easter egg baby rattle, a crinkly carrot, and a pastel yellow basket that acts as a carrying case.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.98
  • Age:
  • 12 MOS+

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PLAY-DOH EGGS 24-PACK

This Amazon exclusive comes with 24 plastic eggs, each prefilled with 2 ounces of Play-Doh. The color of the egg matches the compound color inside and there are duplicate colors.

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  • MSRP:
  • $21.17
  • Age:
  • 24 MOS+

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MICKEY MOUSE AND MINNIE MOUSE PLUSH EASTER BUNNIES

Mickey and Minnie are hopping down the bunny trail in plush form. Each plush character has embroidered features and wears an attached fuzzy onesie with floppy ears, a furry cottontail, ''Disney 2023'' embroidery on one foot, and beans in the bottom. They are 13.5 inches tall and Mickey also has a floral boutonniere, while Minnie has…

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  • Age:
  • 1+

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LEGO CREATOR 3-IN-1 WHITE RABBIT

Kids can build three different models out of this three-in-one set, including a white rabbit, a cockatoo parrot, or a white seal. The rabbit can snack on a carrot and a flower, the parrot can rotate its head 360 degrees, and the seal can move its mouth and flippers.

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CALICO CRITTERS EASTER CELEBRATION SET

This seasonal set comes with an exclusive Marguerite Rabbit sister and brother that are fully poseable and dressed in removable Easter outfits. It also comes with accessories, including three pastel Easter eggs, toy candy, and baby chicks.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99-29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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EASTER CRAFTS BUNDLE

This crafts bundle comes with two kits: Easter Egg Artist and Breezy Bunny Easter Kite. With the Easter Egg Artist kit, kids can decorate eggs with tattoo decorations and display their creations in egg holders and a colorful basket that they can weave themselves. It will also teach kids about egg-decorating traditions from around the…

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  • $39.95
  • Age:
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DIPPIN’ DESIGNS ENCHANTED EGG WRAP KIT

Dippin' Designs is a mess-free way to decorate Easter eggs with no dyes. This technique uses a hydro-dipping technology to produce detailed designs in just three simple steps: stick it, dip it, twirl it. Each kit comes with 14 hydro-dip sheets (two extra in case of mistakes), 12 egg stands, two dipping tools, and two smoothing…

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  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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PAINT YOUR OWN STONE MOSAIC BUNNY

This set comes with a 5.5-inch stone bunny, 12 paint colors, and a paintbrush. Kids can decorate the bunny with the paint however they'd like, bake it in the oven to set the paint (with the help of an adult), and display it anywhere.

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  • $24.95
  • Age:
  • 8+

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LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET

Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.

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  • $24.99
  • Age:
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SWITCH AND GO HATCH AND ROAAAR EGG

Kids can crack open the egg to find all the pieces needed to build a dinosaur that transforms into a racing vehicle. When kids push a button, the dinosaur or racer will make engine sounds and flashing lights. There are different styles to choose from, including a T-Rex Racer, a Triceratops Race Car, a Velociraptor…

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  • $10.99
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BUILD-A-BEAR EGG HUNT

Parents can hide the four mini plush Build-A-Bears and eight mini clothing and accessory items inside the 12 plastic eggs for an Easter egg hunt (all included).

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  • $26
  • Age:
  • 3+

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PETER RABBIT TONIE FIGURE

This Tonie figure features four of Beatrix Potter's stories: The Tale of Peter Rabbit, The Tale of Mr. Tod, The Tale of Benjamin Bunny, and The Tale of The Flopsy Bunnies. Kids can place the Tonie figure on top of the Toniebox (sold separately) to hear 65 minutes of audio stories.

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  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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SLAM WORDS

In this game, players shake the cup and slam it shut to reveal three letters, then quickly find a word that uses the three letters. Pass the cup to the next player who has to find a new word or they are out.

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  • $14.99
  • Age:
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CARE BEARS MICRO PLUSH

Get ready for big Care Bears fun in a micro scale! The Care Bears kids know and love are tinier and more magical than ever. Play with besties like Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, Good Luck Bear, Harmony Bear, and Laugh-a-Lot Bear in their adorable micro size. Each bear comes with their own unique look and…

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  • $3.97
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DISNEY KOOSH CLIPS

Each clip features a Koosh ball and a character from Disney's Encanto (Mirabel, Antonio, Bruno, and Luisa), Frozen (Elsa), or a Disney Princess (Tiana, Ariel, and Belle). Kids can attach the clips to backpacks, key rings, and belt loops to take them on the go. They are available at Target.

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  • Age:
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POKÉMON TRADING CARD GAME: SCARLET & VIOLET BOOSTER BUNDLE (6 PACKS)

This bundle includes six booster packs from the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet expansion. Each booster pack contains 10 cards and one Basic Energy (cards vary by pack). The cards feature characters from the Paldea region, such as first partners Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly; and the Legendary Pokémon Koraidon and Miraidon as Pokémon ex. Other Pokémon ex…

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JURASSIC WORLD CAPTIVZ HATCHLINGS

Kids can discover a new generation of Jurassic species with these pint-size, buildable dinosaurs. Each slime egg contains a Hatchlings dinosaur, Paleo slime, a collector guide, and an exclusive collector token. There are 14 dinosaur species to collect, including rare Hatchling Velociraptors.

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  • $4.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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ORIGINAL TAMAGOTCHI

The Original Tamagotchi features the same programming as the original digital pet from 1997. Kids can feed their, play games with it, give it medicine, check its health, and take care of it to make sure it is happy. How kids raise their Tamagotchi will decide which of the seven adults it will grow into.…

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POP ART SOFT MINI MYSTERY BAGS

These collectible plush elephants come in mystery bags and are around 4 inches in size. Each character features vibrant, whimsical designs, making them fun to collect. There are more than 20 designs to collect, such as Wabbit, Bumble, Skelephant, Flutter, Berry, Bacon, Moonbeam, Cosmos, Taco Mama, and more.

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FRESH FAIRIES 5-PACK

These 3-inch-tall fairies feature cute poses and authentic Bantu knots, puff balls, head wraps, Afros, and Afro puff hairstyles. They also come with keychain clips.

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  • $34.99
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MINI WHINNIES BARN AND CASTLE SURPRISE

This new series of Mini Whinnies comes with three 1:64-scale horse or unicorn figures in reusable barn-themed or castle-themed packaging. There are six horse figures and six unicorn figures total in the collection, which are randomly packaged to make it a surprise. The Barn Surprise and the Castle Surprise are sold separately.

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WILTOPIA ANIMAL FIGURES

Each pack comes with an animal figure, an accessory, and a collectible animal card with a QR code that links to the Playmobil Wiltopia app to teach kids more about each animal. Kids can also use the app's AR feature to take selfies with the animals. There is an assortment of animal figures to choose…

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  • 4+

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FASHION FIDGETS MERMAIDS

Kids can grow their Fashion Fidgets collection with a new series — Mermaids! The Mermaid-themed dolls make a splash with a fan-favorite fidget trend: pop tube mermaid tails! There are nine new mermaid dolls to collect and each has more than three fidget features. Stretch, spin, and twist their removable pop tube mermaid tails.

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  • Age:
  • 5+

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WIXELS

Introducing a new way to color using markers with Wixels Unicorn and Animal Activity Sets. Kids can follow the included color map to create fun, pixelated unicorns, animal art, or create their own design! Watch designs take shape as each square absorbs color into the Wixel Board for a magical 2D outcome. The board is…

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PINXIES BUTTERFLY HOT AIR BALLOON

Designed to inspire storytelling, this STEM-based construction set includes graphic paperboard panels, colorful plastic building links, accessories, and stickers that kids can use to build a hot air balloon. It’s compatible with other Pinxies building sets.

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SKETCH PALS BUG BUDDIES

Kids can write and doodle on the black board with the attached stylus, with their fingernails, or with almost anything. The screen will clear completely with the push of a button to start over again. Kids can attach Sketch Pals to book bags, lunch boxes, or luggage, and the stylus is attached so it won't…

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MINDFUL MAZE GARDEN PACK

These two double-sided boards cover four nature-themed breath patterns. Kids can use a finger to follow the breathing tracks or add multisensory elements to extend the fun, like pompoms or beans. While they follow the maze, they will learn different breathing techniques that encourage mindfulness, self soothing, and self-management skills.

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JUST MY STYLE POP & COLOR SKETCHBOOK

Kids can keep their hands busy and their minds calm with this sketchbook, which has a removable smiley-face fidget toy on its cover. Inside, kids will find 20 pages with mindfulness activities, get-to-know-you prompts, and more. The sketchbook also comes with a glitter-filled pen and a sticker sheet.

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CRY BABIES LITTLE CHANGERS

Each 1.18-inch doll comes in a flower capsule that opens to a personalized world with surprises to uncover and four activations specific to each character. Kids can use water to reveal a hidden flower. There are six characters to collect. This eco-friendly collection is made from plant-based materials.

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APHMAU MYSTERY MEEMEOWS SURPRISE FIGURE — LITTER 2

The popular Aphmau MeeMeows have arrived in an even more collectible form. This series 2 collection of mini figures consists of the most popular cats from the No. 1 female-led gaming YouTube channel, such as Cookie Cat, Sugar Skull Cat, and Cherry Cat (each sold separately). There are eight total surprise figures in the second…

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L.O.L. SURPRISE! SUNSHINE MAKEOVER

Kids can unbox eight surprises, including one of 12 L.O.L. Surprise Dolls, an outfit, shoes, accessories, a bottle, a secret message, and more. When placed in sunlight, each Sunshine Makeover doll will have a color-change transformation to its fashion, hair, makeup, or body. The color change will disappear and reappear when kids take the doll…

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SPRING SMANIMALS

Each Smanimal is 10 inches tall in a sitting position and features a scent that is guaranteed to last for 2 years. The Spring Smanimals include a watermelon-scented frog, a marshmallow-scented lamb, a lemon meringue-scented duck, and bunnies scented like blueberry or strawberry.

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AMI AMIS WAVE 1

Ami Amis are cute and quirky collectible plush! There are 30 characters in Wave 1. Each Wave has a mix of common, rare, and ultra rare designs. These cozy crochet plush characters are inspired by favorite things – the first wave is launching with Foodie Friends, Animal Buddies, and Retro designs! The ultra rare characters…

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YUME DISNEY 100 SURPRISE CAPSULES

Each capsule contains a figure, unique accessories, a background scene card, and a transforming, 360-degree display. Kids can solve the clues to reveal one of 14 characters in Series 1, including two rare chase characters.

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Mattel’s New Peter Pan and Wendy Dolls Mean Kids Don’t Have to Grow Up Yet

These fashionable dolls are based on the upcoming Peter Pan & Wendy movie! | Source: Mattel/The Toy Insider

Disney is releasing the new Peter Pan & Wendy movie this April, and Mattel is launching detailed dolls inspired by the live-action movie characters for the occasion!
Peter Pan & Wendy Darling Dolls ($36.99)
Tinkerbell Doll ($24.99)
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Little fans of the classic story can enjoy new versions of the characters as they act out their favorite moments from the film. Peter, Wendy, and Tinkerbell are all featured as dolls, with Peter and Wendy coming together as a set. Peter Pan features his green tunic, pants, and removable boots, with a sword and hat as accessories. Wendy Darling wears her pajamas from the film and features long, brown hair. Tinkerbell is inspired by Yara Shahidi’s portrayal of the character in the new movie and features poseable wings. The dolls are designed for kids ages 3 and up.

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Presale for the dolls begins today on Amazon. Mattel’s Peter Pan dolls will tide kids over until the Peter Pan & Wendy movie releases on streaming platform Disney+ on April 28. Kids can see old Disney friends in a whole new live-action light, with the menacing Captain Hook threatening young Peter Pan and Wendy Darling. Get inspired by a new adventure full of magic, friendship, and a little bit of pixie dust!

Freefall Harnesses the Power of Gravity to Build Puzzle Mazes

Freefall challenges kids to design and solve puzzle mazes! | Source: ThinkFun/The Toy Insider

ThinkFun’s latest brain game is challenging kids to learn about gravity.

Designed for kids ages 8 and up, Freefall is a game of skill that tests kids’ logical thinking, reasoning, attention to detail, and more. Kids have to complete maze challenges using gravity and their brains to their advantage.
Freefall features 60 challenges! | Source: ThinkFun

Freefall features 60 puzzles with different levels of difficulty. To start a new challenge, kids can construct the frame and cups to make the course. Then, they can put a marble in the green cup and start playing! As kids twist and turn the frame, the marble inches closer to its destination. When kids complete all 60 challenges, they can even design their own levels. 

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Freefall is perfect for kids who want to play the game on their own, but they can also challenge their friends to see who can beat each level faster. When they complete all of the levels Freefall has to offer, kids will be problem-solving geniuses! Freefall is available on Amazon for $34.99.

Other ThinkFun games that challenge kids to use their minds include Rush Hour, Spiderweb, and Moon Spinner!

The Among Us Right Hand Man Feature Plush Is Anything but Sus

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If you have kids in your house, particularly tweens, there’s a solid chance that you’re at least a little bit familiar with Innersloth’s Among Us.

For the past few years, the social deduction game has been going strong across mobile devices, Xbox, Playstation, and Nintendo Switch consoles. It’s also made the jump from the screen to the toy department thanks to an ever-expanding range of toys and collectibles from PMI and Toikido.

The Right Hand Man Feature Plush is an interesting beast. It’s a snuggly, 10-inch plush Among Us character with a glowing visor that illuminates when kids press its backpack. It also plays sounds inspired by the atmospheric “space” vibes and music of the video game.
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While most Among Us characters are depicted in a single color, this one is based on the “Right Hand Man: Reborn” skin from the game. It’s a gray, cybernetic suit that covers just the left half of the player’s body. Should a character meet an unfortunate end in the game, the Right Hand Man has its own “kill” animation. Sure, it sounds serious, but it’s all part of the cartoon fun.

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In order to learn more about the Right Hand Man, I did what any good parent would do: I consulted with the 10-year-old Among Us expert in the house. She told me that many of her friends view the Right Hand Man skin as “a myth.”

Maybe the Right Hand Man skin is hard to acquire in the game, but this plush is easy to get. You’ll just have to call an “emergency meeting” at the local Walmart. There’s nothing “sus” about that!

AMONG US RIGHT HAND MAN FEATURE PLUSH

Kids can immerse themselves in the world of Among Us with this special plush. Among Us is an online multiplayer social deduction game. This special edition 10-inch plush of Right Hand Man features original game sounds and a special glowing visor that activates when the backpack is pressed.

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Kids Art Box Is Helping Kids Get Crafty This Easter

The Kids Art Box Easter Box features five crafts to get kids excited for spring! | Source: Kids Art Box

Easter egg decorating is one of the most popular crafts, but Easter has so much more crafting potential! Kids Art Box is dropping a box full of unique Easter crafts that don’t require real eggs.

There are five crafts in the box that will tap kids’ creative potential. In the first activity, kids can create a portrait of the Easter bunny by painting a background using tissue paper. With the next craft, kids can use glue, salt, and paint to design their own Easter eggs on paper.

Each craft shows off a different artistic skill! | Source: Kids Art Box

In the Hatching Chick Craft, kids can cut out a hatching egg, assemble their baby chick, and splatter and stamp the background with paint! They can also practice a spa day by making bath bombs using plastic Easter eggs. Finally, with a little bit of adult supervision, kids can use a visual recipe to bake a real carrot cake that will make them the star of the dessert table at Easter this year.

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The Easter Box is available at kidsartbox.com/easter for $48, but hurry because there are only 40 boxes left at this time! Kids Art Box also offers art boxes inspired by famous artists including Leonardo da Vinci, Frida Kahlo, and more. With Easter hopping around the corner, kids can get more excited than ever to spring into new crafts!

The PAW Patrol Rescue Mission Wooden Dashboard Puts Kids in the Driver’s Seat

PAW Patrol Rescue Mission Wooden Dashboard | Source: Melissa & Doug

The brave puppies of PAW Patrol are always ready to lend a helping hand to protect the Adventure Bay community from all kinds of trouble and emergencies. Fans of Nickelodeon‘s popular preschool series can take part in some of those heroic pursuits off screen with Melissa & Doug’s PAW Patrol Rescue Mission Wooden Dashboard.

Recommended for kids ages 3 and up, the set features a steering wheel mounted on a wooden dashboard with all sorts of lights, sound effects, and moving parts that will take kids’ imaginations into their favorite storylines. The dashboard looks like a real vehicle dashboard, with a key that turns with the sound of an engine revving, a gear shift, turn signals, a horn, a siren, and more.

The different buttons and car parts are not just for show: Kids can turn them and push them to pretend they’re really driving. One of the coolest features is the scrolling GPS screen. As kids turn the steering wheel, they are actually navigating a little car along the road map, which will continually scroll to make drivers feel like they’re in motion, even though they’re stationary.

Kids can select which rescue mission they want to help out with. | Source: Melissa & Doug

The pretend driving is fun enough on its own, but the set also features rescue missions to give preschoolers a goal to work toward. It comes with three double-sided mission cards (six missions in total) that kids can slide into the windshield to set the scene for their epic rescues. The cards depict emergency scenarios like a truck falling through a cracked road, a boat stranded at sea, a kid who fell over on the sidewalk, a cow sinking into the mud at a farm, and more. Parents can store the mission cards in the back of the dashboard when kids are done playing to keep everything in one place.
The dashboard is full of buttons and interactive features to keep kids engaged. | Source: Melissa & Doug

After kids select their mission, they can also set the dial to match the character that needs help and press a button to hear the voices of those awaiting rescue. Kids can pick different PAW Patrol characters to help them with their missions by pressing the buttons with the dogs on them. There is also another button that features Ryder giving mission instructions based on the pups that kids choose for their rescue mission — and kids can set the voices to either English, Spanish, or French. Kids can respond to Ryder or talk to the people and animals they are rescuing by recording a message and playing it back with the microphone button.

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If you find it difficult to tear your kids away from their favorite TV shows, this is a way to give them a break from watching PAW Patrol on TV by making them feel like they are a vital part of a PAW Patrol storyline off screen. The scrolling GPS feature will also make them feel like they’re playing a video game, and they’ll get a chance to use their imaginations and think up creative ways to rescue those who need help.

The Rescue Mission Wooden Dashboard will make preschoolers the main characters in their own rescue missions while teaching them that no job is too big and no pup is too small to lend someone a helping hand.

Get Moving with the CoComelon Tumbling Play Mat

The CoComelon Tumbling Play Mat features bright colors and kids’ favorite characters. | Source: Sunny Days Ent./The Toy Insider

Put CoComelon and playtime together and what do you get? One happy kid!

The new CoComelon Tumbling Play Mat from Sunny Days Entertainment is designed with kids in mind. It’s 6 feet long and encourages little ones to get active with their favorite characters.

I often push my 1 year old to take control of her creativity by free playing independently. Basically this means that I let her reign terror in her playroom while I lay on the ground and scroll through Instagram (It’s good for her development, I swear!). So trust me when I say that this tumbling mat is soft and comfortable. Lay down after a long day with a Squishmallow under your head and you could almost take a nap there — not that I have. 

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While I scroll through Instagram, I often notice that influencer moms always have very contemporary, very expensive play mats. This CoComelon-themed mat is not that. It’s designed for the kids, not for the mom, and features the characters that toddlers and preschoolers love. It’s bright and engaging, and features the ABCs in a colorful way. It’s not a boho-themed, greyscale rainbow fiasco, but it is kid-approved. At $69.99, it’s also way more affordable than those other play mats that can sometimes cost upwards of $250. 

Parents will also like that although this mat is large, it folds up easily with velcro and handles. You can take it to Grandma’s house for gymnastics practice or even to the park since it’s made of a vinyl fabric and easy to wipe clean. It also features comfortable padding so when kids get rambunctious, they won’t have to go singing “The Boo Boo Song.”
The CoComelon Tumbling Play Mat is easy to take on the go. | Source: Sunny Days Ent.

When I move out of her way, my toddler uses the mat as a surface to practice her walking, and we also pull up the panels to play peek-a-boo. As she gets older, we’ll use it for more active adventures in tumbling and dancing. I feel confident that it will be a playroom staple for a long time, and will always be there to help her get her wiggles out. I also like that as she grows, the mat will encourage her to use her creativity to come up with new ways to play. We could crawl after the ABCs one day and turn it into a stage for singing CoComelon classics the next.

It’s time to say “Hello, new friend” to the CoComelon Tumbling Play Mat!

New Hey Clay Sets Feature Everything from Animal Buddies to Bodily Functions

Kids can mold animals and other objects out of squishy clay with these sets! | Source: Hey Clay/The Toy Insider

What do aliens and poop have in common? Hey Clay is making sure kids can make clay figures of both!

Kids can mold figures featuring all sorts of different themes with these new Hey Clay sets, using soft and nontoxic air-dry clay for fast figure-making! For each set, kids can use the app for step-by-step, visual instructions that will help them build each figure. Then the clay will dry and harden after kids leave it out for 24 hours so kids can play with their creations the next day.

The Hey Clay — Animals set features enough clay to make six animal characters. Kids can first make their favorite between a pig, a horse, a cow, a dog, a sheep, or a rabbit. The set comes with 15 cans of clay in all different colors and two sculpting tools to assist any little artists. If a kid can’t get enough animals, the Forest Animals set features enough clay to make six more animals: a wolf, a fox, a squirrel, a bear, a deer, and a hog.
Animals ($19.95)
Forest Animals ($19.95)
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For some under-the-sea fun, the Ocean Creatures set includes clay to create six ocean critters. Kids can make an octopus, a shark, an eel, a discus fish, a clownfish, and a stingray. Get a blast from the past with the Dinos set that has materials to make the coolest dinosaurs, with a Stegosaurus, a T. rex, a Brachiosaurus, a Pachycephalosaurus, a Triceratops, and a Pterodactyl. Finally, kids can even make exciting fictional critters with the Aliens set, which has enough clay to make six different colorful alien friends.
Ocean Creatures ($19.95)
Dinos ($19.95)
Aliens ($19.95)
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Leaving behind the world of little critters, car fan kids can also get in on the fun. The Eco Cars set includes clay to make three cars that kids can race around after they dry. The Poops Oops set centers bodily products, with Pee Pee, Poopz, Earwax, Lucky Fart, Snot, Sweat, Furfur, Puke, and Tear — all fun and slightly gross characters that are sure to get kids laughing.
Eco Cars Air-Dry Clay ($14.95)
Poop Oops Air-Dry Clay ($22.95)
Source: Hey Clay

The sets are recommended for kids ages 3 and up. For even more interaction, the Hey Clay app is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play, and will take kids into the world of clay sculpting. Starting with simple balls and ending with full clay models from the sets, kids can follow along with the 3D interactive instructions, guaranteeing less confusion when they try to make their favorite figure. 

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These new Hey Clay sets are available now on the Fat Brain Toys website. If these sets aren’t enough clay content, there are even more Hey Clay sets to browse, including the Claymates set that features enough clay to make a single character, from a Caterpillar to the green and adorable Mr. Pi. Kids can grab their favorite and get to sculpting, inspiring a new passion in a cool craft!
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