Retailer's predictions see "tech finally add play value to toy market". Technology has finally found a way to add real play value to toys, according to the London toy retailer Hamleys as it unveils its top toys for Christmas 2015. ...
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After four years on south Bristol's Wells Road, the traditional toy retailer will close its store due to the economic climate. Wells independent toy retailer Jack and Jill Toy Shop has announced its plans to close its high street store ...
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Retailers see boosts in sales as consumers show signs of favouring indie shops over big name stores. Christmas 2014 is looking to be the year of High Street resurgence, according to the UK’s independent toy retailers. Festive ...
The indie retailer has been awarded the Bedfordshire Excellence in Customer Care Award. Indie retailer Fairies n Frogs has added a further accolade to its burgeoning portfolio, scooping the Bedfordshire Excellence in Customer Care ...
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Wooden game has a rich history in Western Africa and Banyan believes UK retailers should get on board. Banyan, a company specialising in African and Caribbean heritage products and services, is bringing wooden game Banyan Wari to the UK ...
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Construction toy firm will preview new line based on popular Nickelodeon animation at this year's American Toy Fair Mega Brands is expanding its Mega Bloks kids' construction toys portfolio this year with Nickelodeon's popular animation ...
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‘Toy industry terrified of tablets’ has been a much-talked about subject of late, but our cover story this month explains why traditional toy companies shouldn’t be scared of embracing new technology. To be fair, the toy ...
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Child development Toys, like play itself, serve multiple purposes in both humans and animals. They provide entertainment while fulfilling an educational role. Toys enhance cognitive behavior and stimulate creativity. They aid in the ...
The growth of children's tablets is undeniable, apps are increasingly claiming kids' attention, and the Skylanders craze is spawning new launches from major entertainment brands. But traditional toy firms shouldn't fear new technology, ...
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The UK’s biggest independent toy chain's owner Gary Grant (middle) and his directors – and sons – Stuart (right) and Duncan (left), explain how the retailer is offering the traditional toy shop ideal on a national scale. ...
Asobi is looking to continue its successful run well into 2013, adding French brand Vilac to its portfolio. The exclusive distribution deal covers the UK and Ireland and also includes Vilac's sister companies, Jeujura and Petitcollin. ...