Headstart International, an Australian-based global toy company, has partnered with YouKu, one of China’s leading digital platforms, for the distribution of their upper-preschool Best Furry Friends CGI series. Best Furry Friends is a popular children’s brand sold globally that includes collectibles, dolls and plush.
Super Impulse USA, LLC in partnership with Rubik’s Brand Ltd. is set to relaunch hit game, Rubik’s Revolution along with a new colourful range of hands-on toys to their roster that provide individuals and families with a new way to play during this extra time spent at home.
Alleghany Capital Corporation has announced that its subsidiary, Jazwares, has acquired a majority stake in Kelly Toys Holdings. Kellytoy is a manufacturer of everyday and seasonal plush toys, known principally for its Squishmallows brand.
The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) announced today that its annual Marketplace & Academy, scheduled for June 7-10, 2020 in Orlando, Florida, has been cancelled due to COVID-19.
To extend the learning for kids, parents, and teachers at home, engaging free resources for each of the new April episodes will be available on PBS Learning Media, including discussion questions, vocabulary, worksheets, and hands-on activities.
Hasbro announced Bring Home the Fun, an initiative to provide families with resources to help keep kids occupied and engaged during extended time indoors.
VTech and LeapFrog’s “Learn Through This” campaign aims to support teachers and parents with the tools they need to keep kids learning while at home.
The first two DVDs of the Nick Jr. TV series Rainbow Rangers will be available at Walmart and Target, as well as online at Amazon.
To alleviate boredom while people are stuck at home, Rube Goldberg, Inc. has announced a new machine contest: The Rube Goldberg Bar of Soap Video Challenge.