"Technology is moving at such a fast rate that electronic learning toys can quickly become outdated." But VTech product manager Charlotte Johnson also tells ToyNews that tech toys can stand the test of time by focusing on accessibility ...
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Merger and acquisition activity has been pretty sparse in toy circles in recent times. Back in the 1980s Hasbro snaffled the Playskool and MB companies followed by Kenner Parker Tonka in the 1990s, the same decade in which Mattel flexed ...
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Nerf, Hasbro's long-running blaster brand which has typically aimed at the boys market, is now launching a bow especially for girls. The Nerf Rebelle Heartbreaker Bow arrives in the UK and US this autumn, priced at £19.99 RRP. It's ...
Gordmans Stores, Inc., an Omaha-based apparel and home décor retailer, announced results for its fourth quarter (fourteen weeks) and fiscal year (fifty-three weeks) ended February 2, 2013. Fourth Quarter Highlights - Net sales ...
A heatable soft Boofle Bear will hit toy shop shelves this summer, courtesy of Intelex. The firm struck a three-year licensing agreement for Boofle. The soft toys will be filled with treated millet and gently scented with lavender. ...
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Disney has just announced its Infinity video game that works with physical figures, and other games publishers have hinted at introducing something like Skylanders. Do you welcome the competition? Oh definitely. We think we've invented a ...
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Children have played with toys from their favourite stories for decades, whether it's pretending to be super heroes or collecting Moshlings in real life – or while playing Moshi Monsters online. The difference now is that children ...
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At last - the toy shows are all over and we can all get back to doing our normal day jobs. So how did the shows go this year? Well, the general consensus seems to suggest they were steady but nothing exciting emerged. I'm not sure I ...
Research has highlighted the need for homeowners to protect themselves from 'summertime thieves' by making sure that sheds are locked and garden objects such as furniture and children's toys are secured. However, people may also like to ...
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The outdoor toys sector faced a tough 2012, mainly thanks to the poor weather, but suppliers remain optimistic for the year ahead. Plum Products, which supplies play houses, trampolines, slides and more, weathered the storm, with swing ...
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All-conquering boy band One Direction are now starring on a range of outdoor products for girls aged six plus, courtesy of MV Sports. The new line will consist of in-line scooters, skates, skateboards, bikes and accessories, and is being ...
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Schleich has remodelled and improved its Knights range, with expectations high for the July launch. After years of featuring a traditional range of Knights, the company decided to renew the collection, taking on more of a fantasy theme. ...
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That's right. Today, Thursday March 21st, fans around the world will attempt to mimic the 'object-subject-verb' dialect of the popular Jedi Master. And to mark the event, Re:creation is celebrating with a Star Wars Yoda Key Light ...
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DKL has added to its already extensive Hama beads collection, with the introduction of My Pocket Hama. The firm is tipping My Pocket Hama to be a bestseller in 2013. DKL already offers Hama bead sets, gift boxes and blister packs. The ...
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Kids Furniture for All Ages from Nursery to College Is it possible to furnish a nursery and expect that furniture to last your child till college?Very much so. The key here is much the same as in furnishing any room. Choose ...
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