Wooden Toys
Articles About Wooden Toys
Haba Wooden Blocks Make the Cut
March 13, 2009 by Laura Green
I was recently in the market for some wooden toys for my nieces and nephews. I wanted to steer clear from all things shiny and plastic because I feel they get enough of that already. Read More →
Wooden Toys Stimulate Local Economies
March 6, 2009 by Mary Price
Melissa & Doug Toys: My Top 5 List
February 16, 2009 by Mary Price
Quality products from Melissa & Doug have my appreciation and that of others, even in a less-than-booming economy. The educational toys are fun and designed to last, the puppets are wonderful, and the imaginary play items keep my daughter occupied for hours. Read More →
Melissa and Doug Monster Puppet Ready for Halloween
September 19, 2008 by dungan
Halloween is getting closer - do you know what your costume is yet? Don’t worry, there’s still plenty of time. But expect things to get downright ghoulish around here for the next two months. Scare up a puppet that you design! Read More →
Wood Toys by Spiel & Holz
July 26, 2008 by ToyGuy
Spiel & Holz, established in Germany in 1978, is one of the finest makers of wood toys in the world. Their toys have won awards for their designs and aesthetic appeal, and kids love the open-ended creative play that they offer. Toys by Spiel & Holz are inspired by Waldorf education, a philosophy that children learn best through active and imaginative play. These toys are made from natural materials, and have a minimum of details, letting the...
BRIO: Maker of Fine Wooden Toys
July 25, 2008 by ToyGuy
The BRIO Virus If you’ve decided that wood toys are the way to go, then you should definitely check out BRIO. With roots that reach back to the 19th century, BRIO is now a global corporation and one of the largest makers of wood toys in the world. BRIO’s focus is on quality and durability—they want their toys to be passed on from generation to generation. Read More →
Why Wood Toys Are Still The Best
July 21, 2008 by ToyGuy
It’s often tough to resist giving in to your children’s demands for the latest, flashiest toy advertised on TV, there are plenty of alternatives out there. Wood toys are a great way to provide your children with entertainment and education without shelling out a fortune on the newest talking, light-up plastic toys. Wooden toys have been around for millennia, and some of the first toys in history were probably made from wood. But there are plenty...