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Hobby & Collectibles

Pokemon Booster Boxes

Pokemon Booster Boxes

by Arnold Carreiro

Gotta collect ‘em all? The Pokemon TGC is one of the most widely played and enjoyed forms that Pokemania has ever produced. Pokémon fans instantly fell in love with…

The best gifts, toys and collectibles to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

The best gifts, toys and collectibles to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

by Christina Marfice

For those who don't know, Hispanic Heritage Month starts on Sep. 15 — and there's a very good reason for that: It aligns with the independence anniversaries of Costa…

Mattel goes to Stars Hollow with new Little People ‘Gilmore Girls’ set

Mattel goes to Stars Hollow with new Little People ‘Gilmore Girls’ set

by Christina Marfice

Someone shrunk Stars Hollow, and somehow, that made it even cuter. Mattel just released a collectible set of Little People based on "Gilmore Girls" that includes Rory…

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Holiday

Advent Calendars

Advent Calendars

by Ade Hennis

The first Advent calendars appeared in Germany and quickly spread to other nations. It didn’t take long for them to become the traditional way to count the days until…

Our editors pick the very best of Amazon’s Top 100 Toys list

Our editors pick the very best of Amazon’s Top 100 Toys list

by Christina Marfice

Is it already time to start holiday shopping? Amazon seems to think so and has released its annual holiday toy list so you know exactly what kids will want under the…

This hatching megalodon toy is the next holiday fad — and it launched today

This hatching megalodon toy is the next holiday fad — and it launched today

by Christina Marfice

If you saw last year's viral hatching T-rex toy and thought the obvious move was to make it wetter and creepier, you might have a promising career in toy design. Spin…

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Stuffed Animals

Graduation Squishmallows are here just in time

Graduation Squishmallows are here just in time

by Christina Marfice

Graduation season is almost upon us, and what better way to celebrate than with a Squishmallow? These ultra-soft, huggable plush toys are the perfect gift for graduates…

Pokémon Squishmallows are up to 50% off on Amazon

Pokémon Squishmallows are up to 50% off on Amazon

by Christina Marfice

Pokémon Squishmallows are taking over Amazon, and some are up to 50% off right now! These ultra-soft, officially licensed plushies are perfect for collectors, kids or…

Star Wars Squishmallows are on sale ahead of May 4

Star Wars Squishmallows are on sale ahead of May 4

by Christina Marfice

The Force is strong as we wait for May 4, also known as Stars War Day. The "holiday" celebrates all things Star Wars and is a pun on the franchise's iconic phrase, "May…

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Pretend Play

Bestselling Melissa & Doug toys are up to 54% off ahead of the holidays

Bestselling Melissa & Doug toys are up to 54% off ahead of the holidays

by Christina Marfice

Looking for the antidote to plastic, battery-powered toys? You're looking for Melissa & Doug. Its wooden toys prioritize open-ended play, durability and that nostalgic…

Pinterest 2026 Trend Report: Nostalgic toys are back

Pinterest 2026 Trend Report: Nostalgic toys are back

by Christina Marfice

Pinterest Predicts — the annual report on the top trends to watch for the upcoming year — is here, and says that in 2026, childhood classics are trending again.…

Magic Kits

by Jennifer Manfrin

The art of magic has been entertaining kids and adults for centuries, from the early days of sideshows and Harry Houdini’s mastery of escape, to Criss Angel’s…

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Outdoors

Swing Sets

by Erica van Blommestein and Jennifer Blair

When my nephews were small, there were few things they enjoyed more than a feature-packed swing set. I'd walk them to the local park on the weekends they spent with me…

Kids' Water Tables

Kids' Water Tables

by Lauren Corona and Jennifer Blair

Whenever I watch my nephews, two things are inevitable: 1) they'll con me into giving them more cookies than my sister would approve and 2) they'll leave the area around…

Walmart has outdoor playsets for up to 60% off

Walmart has outdoor playsets for up to 60% off

by Christina Marfice

We're now well into summer, and if your chore list is falling behind because you keep having to make beach and park trips to keep the kids entertained, it might be time…

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Dolls & Dollhouses

Barbie has a new DreamHouse — in this economy?

Barbie has a new DreamHouse — in this economy?

by Christina Marfice

Someone isn't downsizing in this economy: Barbie. A new 2026 Barbie DreamHouse is here — the most customizable version yet, and one of the largest at almost 4 feet…

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