George R. Ditomassi, Former Hasbro & Milton Bradley Exec, Dies at 86
George R. Ditomassi, former Milton Bradley and Hasbro executive for more than 40 years, died on May 31 at the age of 86.
Storypod to Develop a Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Line
Storypod will release a range of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood products this year in time for the 2021 holiday season.
Kidz Bop & LEGO VIDIYO Premiere Music Video Series
Kidz Bop’s 20th anniversary celebrations this year continue with a joint Kidz Bop and LEGO VIDIYO video series and fan sweepstakes.
MasterPieces Adds Three Licensed Puzzle Lines
Puzzle-maker MasterPieces has expanded its portfolio of licenses, announcing new agreements with the U.S. Department of Agriculture for the Smokey Bear property; the U.S. Department of Defense for the U.S. Navy License; and outdoor lifestyle brand Mossy Oak.
Radio Flyer Introduces Bikes & Scooters for Adults
Radio Flyer has officially introduced its first product line for adults, called “Flyer,” offering a range of e-bikes and e-scooters.
Moonbug & Amazon Kids+ Team for New Arpo Content
Amazon Kids+ and Moonbug Entertainment are kicking off a new content partnership with their first joint project, an original production of Arpo Robot Babysitter, based on the YouTube show Arpo, and a new Arpo mobile game.
Bluey Adds VTech as a Partner for Electronic Toys
BBC Studios has struck a multi-territory licensing deal with VTech, which will produce a range of electronic role play toys based on the the children’s TV property Bluey.
Sesame Street Creates ‘Sleepcast’ with Headspace
Mindfulness and meditation company Headspace has created a podcast with Sesame Street to teach little ones techniques for relaxing during their bedtime routines.
Fred Rogers Productions Awarded $1 Million in Funding
Fred Rogers Productions was awarded $1 million in grant funding from The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations to support production of its shows Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, Donkey Hodie, and Alma’s Way.