Jan. 13, 2026 Magic Kits by Jennifer Manfrin The art of magic has been entertaining kids and adults for centuries, from the early days of sideshows and Harry Houdini’s mastery of escape, to Criss Angel’s…
Dec. 15, 2025 Pinterest 2026 Trend Report: Nostalgic toys are back by Christina Marfice Pinterest Predicts — the annual report on the top trends to watch for the upcoming year — is here, and says that in 2026, childhood classics are trending again.…
Dec. 4, 2025 Dinosaur Toys by Sian Babish Every child — boy or girl — goes through the dinosaur phase. Some kids don’t outgrow it at all and end up pursuing careers in paleontology or zoology later in…
Jan. 12, 2026 Mahjong Sets by Kyle Schurman If you’re interested in playing a different type of board game, you may want to go back to the past. Mahjong is one of the oldest board games still being played today…
Jan. 10, 2026 Combination Game Tables by Bradley Geiser Choosing a multigame table comes down to finding the right mix of variety, size and durability for your space. Some families want a single table that can cover everyday…
Dec. 11, 2025 Family Games by Bob Beacham and Kevin Luna Are you having trouble getting the kids to put down their screens and engage with the family? Is Dad more interested in watching the ballgame than he is in interacting…
Jan. 12, 2026 RC Boats by Lauren Corona If you love boats but don't have the budget, inclination, or lake for a full-sized vessel, an RC boat might be just the thing to provide hours of fun. You'll find a huge…
Jan. 7, 2026 RC Helicopters by Kevin Luna Remote-controlled (RC) vehicles are back in a big way — and no longer just for racing and off-roading. RC helicopters take the fun to the skies, so you can fly them…
Sep. 16, 2025 RC Trucks by Cody Stewart Some toys never get old: remote-controlled (RC) vehicles have been a favorite of kids and adults alike for decades. Those same classic toys do, however, get updated.…
Jan. 12, 2026 LEGO debuts sweet new Valentine’s sets by Christina Marfice Valentine’s Day gifts can be tricky. Flowers fade, candy disappears suspiciously fast and finding a greeting card with the right message? Forget about it. LEGO…
Jan. 5, 2026 LEGO just unveiled its first-ever ‘Smart Brick’ at CES by Christina Marfice When people talk about CES, they’re usually talking about the future — not toys. CES (short for the Consumer Electronics Show) is where tech companies go to unveil…
Nov. 7, 2025 LEGO’s new Star Trek set boldly goes where no toy has gone before by Christina Marfice LEGO, always adding sets that its enthusiasts pounce on, finally beamed into the Star Trek universe with a U.S.S. Enterprise set that Trekkies will have to have. This…
Jan. 12, 2026 Kids' Teepees by Kristin Yarbrough Almost all children crave a private retreat all their own, whether it’s a treehouse hideaway or a blanket fort. Instead of handing over all your couch cushions, why…
Jan. 12, 2026 Mattel debuts autistic Barbie with sensory and stimming features by Christina Marfice Barbie just took another major step forward in inclusive play. Mattel has officially introduced its first Autistic Barbie, designed in partnership with the Autistic Self…
Oct. 17, 2025 Mattel just released a Debbie Allen Barbie in her ‘80s ‘Fame’ wear by Christina Marfice Remember my name!" is the iconic line from "Fame" that's now forever linked to Debbie Allen's electrifying presence as Lydia Grant, the demanding dance teacher who…
Sep. 29, 2025 American Girl launches a new line of more-affordable dolls by Christina Marfice Heading into a holiday season when budgets may be stretched thinner than usual, American Girl just did something that will have parents celebrating: The iconic brand has…
