Archive for April, 2008

Lego Builds Futures

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008 Posted in Toys | No Comments »

We just learned that Lego is teaming up with public schools next fall to encourage building and engineering interest. According to Toy News , Lego and the National Schools Partnership (NSP) ... Read more..

Wood toys: The Safest Toys Around

Monday, April 28th, 2008 Posted in Wood Toys | No Comments »

Wood toys are more popular than ever. Why? We think it is because of the recent backlash against plastic toys due to the dozens of toys recalls last ... Read more..

Ugly Doll Guide to the Uglyverse Released

Friday, April 25th, 2008 Posted in ugly dolls | No Comments »

We hope we don't disappoint, but we missed the release of the Ugly Dolls Ugly Guide to the Uglyverse just two days ago!  Well, there's still plenty more left, according ... Read more..

Webkinz Day April 25-27

Thursday, April 24th, 2008 Posted in Webkinz | No Comments »

We figured Webkinz had some more tricks up their sleeves. Reschedule that dentist appointment - starting tomorrow is a huge world-wide event: Webkinz Days! From April 25-27, select and participating ... Read more..

Melissa and Doug Puppets

Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008 Posted in Melissa and Doug | No Comments »

We forgot to mention last week how much we love Melissa and Doug puppets and plush toys too. Melissa and Doug make traditional stuffed animals as well as some ... Read more..

Ugly Dolls Guide

Monday, April 21st, 2008 Posted in ugly dolls | 1 Comment »

Ugly Dolls are soon to take over! These plush pets are one of the most original stuffed animals we have seen in a long time. And they are ... Read more..

Schylling Vintage Toys and Tin Toys

Friday, April 18th, 2008 Posted in Schylling Toys | 2 Comments »

Schylling Toys has been making vintage toys since 1975, and since then has become a world leader in providing quality toys and games from yesterday and today. Rather than review ... Read more..

Melissa and Doug Puzzles and Arts and Crafts

Thursday, April 17th, 2008 Posted in Melissa and Doug | 1 Comment »

A small innovative toy maker recently caught our eye: Melissa and Doug. They started out in the basement making hand-crafted puzzles and have since grown to produce over 600 ... Read more..

HABA wins Best Boardgame Award at Middle East Toy Fair

Monday, April 14th, 2008 Posted in Haba Toys | No Comments »

HABA was recognized recently as the maker of the year's Best Boardgame at the Annual Middle East Toy Fair in Dubai. This is another indication that the toymaker of ... Read more..