Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Marissa Silva joined News 12 on Long Island to talk about the best screen-free toys and games for kids to enjoy on National Day of Unplugging. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.
CLOUD CASTLE
This fort-building set expands into a play space, complete with a soft foam base, an arch, a half-sun shape, and two stairs. The fabric covers are removable and machine washable.
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BILIBO
Bowl-shaped toy designed to be used any way kids can imagine. Encourages gross motor skills, active play, imaginative play, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Great for play iindoors and out!. Shock-resistant, weather-proof, food-safe. Completely recyclable. Made of high-density polyethylene. No weight limit.
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MAGNA-TILES RAIL RACERS 8-PIECE RAIL PACK
Little ones can expand their MAGNA-TILES magnetic tracks and ramps with eight clear rails — each one snaps together with a four-click connection.
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC GLOW-IN-THE-DARK T. REX DISSECTION LAB
Dig into dino science with the National Geographic Glow-in-the-Dark T. Rex Dissection Lab! Use the included kid-friendly tools to dissect a lifelike Tyrannosaurus Rex mold and uncover glowing bones inside After the dig, assemble the bones into a nearly 10-inch-long skeleton that glows in the dark The full-color Learning Guide is packed with fascinating T.…
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3DOODLER START+ 3D PRINTING PEN ESSENTIALS SET
Kids can turn their imaginations into reality by creating 3D objects. The upgraded pen can charge while in use and features a faster start time, a longer battery life, a removable hatch, and a reverse button for switching filament colors with ease.
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BANANAGRAMS
Bananagrams, now from Moose Games, is the iconic word-building game that has been driving players bananas for 20 years. The instantly recognizable banana-shaped pouch holds a ”bunch” of 144 lettered tiles. Players, ranging from one to eight, draw between 11 and 21 tiles (depending on the number of players) and work frantically to create words…

