Since Toy Fair New York (NY) was canceled in January of this year amid COVID concerns, many toy industry professionals and buyers have been asking if any Toy Fair events are being scheduled for 2022 and 2023. The short answer is - yes. But, there are a few differences. Here’s what you can expect.
With the Jurassic World Dominion movie release date of June 10th fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to stock up on toys excited fans will want to buy! Hurry to see which items are sure to be a hit and how to promote those items both in your store and online to help build a loyal fan following of your own.
They are adorable, engaging, and fan favorites for those who benefit from or gravitate towards autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR) and sensory toys. Check out these hot sellers that are sure to be a hit wherever they are sold!
If you have visited a toy store recently, you have probably seen the words “sensory”, “fidget” and “ASMR” posted. But, what do these terms mean as they relate to toys and what do they offer that is different from many of the toys on the market? Explore these new toy categories in this guide and discover which term is best to search for your next purchase.
All car fans likely started their collection as a young child with these tiny replicas of their favorite models from Hot Wheels™. These affordable toys that come in a portable size for racing and admiring both at home or on the go have been a huge hit for generations. Join us as we look back at where this iconic brand began and some of the top reasons Hot Wheels™ products are still hot sellers in 2022.
Activity kits are more popular than ever in 2022, and it’s not hard to see why. Nothing brightens a child’s day or brings families and friends together like creative activity sets that provide hours of innovative and oftentimes hilarious entertainment. If you like DIY crafts, you’ll love these trending kits that are hard to keep in stock.
Blind bags have been popular sellers for decades. You often see them at the checkout counter or on an end cap, and they usually contain miniaturized versions of beloved character figurines, accessories, and other fun surprises. Plus, each comes with these 5 reasons kids and parents alike love these little bags and boxes.
Empathy is a skill that allows people to understand emotions, improve communication, and, ultimately, work towards building a stronger more unified community. But, how does one teach, encourage, and reward empathy in children? Discover how toys can play an integral role in this healthy skill development process.
Everyone wants to find the perfect gift for their little ones and young friends when birthdays and holiday celebrations come around. For animal enthusiasts, the answer could be as easy as picking up a Little Live Pet. Here are 5 reasons Little Live Pets will be the hit of any party or rainy day.
As children grow and develop relationships with others, it is important to offer ways of practicing their social skills through role-playing activities that teach them to share and take turns. Using toys can be instrumental in this development process in the following ways.
Consistently posting on Facebook is an integral part of every marketing plan for retailers. Unfortunately, Facebook has made it increasingly difficult to use traditional positing methods to reach a larger audience. The good news is there are still some easy things you can do to maximize each post and ensure more people discover your products and brand name.
If you’ve heard about the hilarious gaming app called “Lucky Bob: Messy Adventures”, you’ll love the new toy series by License 2 Play that has kids rolling with laughter. These toys check all the boxes for fun, including special codes to let kids live in Lucky Bob’s interactive world. Here’s why fans want to collect them all!
