LEGO Announces Removal of Gender Labelled Products from Stores to Promote Inclusivity. Though the iconic bricks have remained a gender neutral toy for people of all ages, the company is looking to end the stigma that gender labeled and marketed items should dictate who uses LEGO products for various projects.
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Toys R’ Us Dives Into the World of Octonauts
Toys“R”Us® will soon introduce an assortment of toys from Fisher-Price® based on the underwater world of Octonauts™, which will splash into its stores nationwide and online at Toysrus.com beginning in March. The World’s Greatest Toy Store® will be the first retailer in the U.S. to offer eager aquatic explorers the opportunity to take an exciting undersea voyage with the
3D-Printed Lighting For Toys Developed By Disney
Disney Research is exploring the use of 3D printers to build new kinds of light features into toys and objects. Researchers at the Pittsburgh facility are working on such techniques with 3-D printing including “light pipes” and tubes of enclosed air that can be manipulated to “glow” in controlled ways. 3-D printers
Study Finds Toxic Chemicals in Back to School Supplies
A new study shows that 75% of all children’s school supplies contain high levels of potentially toxic phthalates which is dangerous for children and was banned in toys in the past. The study was released yesterday by the Center for Health, Environment & Justice (CHEJ) and U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer
Coming Soon to DVD – Doc McStuffins: Friendship is the Best Medicine
The Doc is almost in! On August 21st, Disney Jr’s newest hit animated TV series releases for the first time on DVD titled Doc McStuffins: Friendship is the Best Medicine. This DVD also comes packaged with Doc’s special Big Book of Boo-Boos filled with fun activities plus character and boo-boo bandage stickers! “Doc McStuffins”
Mom and Kids both like Doc McStuffins
Disney Junior has a few new shows that have been introduced recently. The latest addition to the line-up is “Doc McStuffins” . It is a cute show that has become a favorite. Finding entertainment for a small child can be difficult. Sure little ones love songs, bright colors and fun
Sneak Peek: Toy Story Toons – Small Fry
Last week we reported on this new Toy Story Toon that will be playing before the Muppets. We were able to get our hands on a Sneak Peek of Small Fry below. I hope you enjoy it! Buzz Lightyear is left behind at a fast food restaurant when a kids’
Disney FamilyFun Magazine Announces 20th Annual Toy of the Year Award Winners
The editors at Disney FamilyFun magazine today announced their 20th annual Toy of the Year (T.O.Y.) Award winners, which were narrowed down from a pool of more than 300 entries after extensive evaluation by parent and child testers across the country. Published in FamilyFun’s November issue, on stands October 18th,
Disney and Mattel Give Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Look at Disney·Pixar’s Toy Story Toymation Video Short
Disney Living and Mattel give you an inside look at the conception and creation of the all-new, space-themed “toymation” video featuring the Toy Story Buzz Lightyear Command Center and action figures from Mattel. Chris Down, Mattel Designer for Toy Story, and George McClements, Disney Character Artist, reveal the inspiration for
New Space-Themed Toy Line Inspired by Disney•Pixar’s Toy Story Lets Imagination Soar with Toymation Video Short
Real toys star in this all-new “toymation” video featuring the Toy Story Buzz Lightyear Command Center and action figures from Mattel. In this adventure, Buzz Lightyear, Woody and sidekick Rex venture into outer space to battle the evil Emperor Zurg! Utilizing stop-motion animation, this video combines old techniques with new
Star Tours – These Are The Souvenirs I’m Looking For
If I had a nickel for the hours I spent as a child playing with my Star Wars toys, I would be living on a beach in Maui right now. Luckily, my parents saved those toys (thanks Mom and Dad), and my son now spends hours pretending he is in a galaxy far, far away. Soon, he will have a few more toys (among several awesome things) to add to his Star Wars collection, especially with the launch of “Star Tours – The Adventures Continue” on May 20. But wait! I get to photograph and write about merchandise created for Star Tours? Sign me up! After reviewing the more than 40 items we’ve created, I have selected a few of my favorites to share with you.
New Star Wars Gifts Coming Soon From Hallmark
Coming this April to a Hallmark Gold Crown near you is a line of exclusive Star Wars gifts featuring quotes from the entire saga. “Hallmark has been making Star Wars greeting cards, Keepsake Ornaments and party goods for years now, so creating a line of gifts featuring the wit and
Disney Behind The Scenes: Sheriff Woody
Meet the characters of Toy Story 3! MEET WOODY… Full Name: Sheriff Woody Occupation: Cowboy toy and Andy’s favorite companion Talents: Great cowboy skills, great leadership qualities and an even greater friend Year Made: 1957 Description: Yee-hah! This ultra-rare cowboy toy from the 1950s was the star of his very
Fisher Price Unveils New Mickey Toy
Fisher Price and Disney have unveiled a new toy: Dance Star Mickey. This new plush makes its debut later in October. Press Mickey’s foot and he springs to life. He walks, talks, and grooves to music styles, such as techno, Latin, disco and soul. The toy also has interactive games
