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Sesame Workshop Welcomes Dr. Alison Bryant into New Chief Research, Data, and Impact Role

Sesame Workshop, the media and educational nonprofit behind Sesame Street and decades of award-winning children’s programming, has named Dr. Alison Bryant, a renowned expert on the impact of media, technology, and play, to the new position of Chief Research, Data, and Impact Officer (CRDIO). The move signals Sesame Workshop’s commitment to research as a strategic driver in identifying the needs of children and families around the world in order to create content with the broadest possible impact. Dr. Bryant will oversee Sesame workshop research, data strategy, analytics, and impact measurement as well as the Joan Ganz Cooney Center, the Workshop’s independent research and innovation lab. She joins the organization’s Leadership Operations Team and will report directly to Chief Executive Officer Steve Youngwood.

Epic Rights Announces Aerosmith Licensing Partnership & Expansive Global Retail Program

In advance of multiple 50th anniversary celebrations and live appearances, Aerosmith, the best-selling American hard-rock band of all time, has tapped Universal Music Group’s Epic Rights as the band’s global brand management agency to develop an all-new multi-category worldwide retail program for the legendary rock band, with a roster of new licensing partners signed to create branded merchandise.

Plush Company Douglas Introduces Adorable Nova the Owl

Let’s hope this baby isn’t truly nocturnal. Douglas Company is announcing the arrival of Nova the Owl to their Baby Gift Ensemble collections. The plush toy maker and lifestyle gift creator is right on trend with this one.

Dart Zone Launches Pro Tournament – The Ultimate Dart Blaster Competition

Dart Zone, the leading and preferred dart and blaster brand in the pro blaster community, is calling all blaster enthusiasts (14 years and older) to test their mettle on the battlefield of the Dart Zone Pro Tournament and be named the reigning Champion in this emerging sport. The winning team will take home the $10,000 grand prize and ultimate bragging rights as rulers of the foam dart world.

Funko Games Unveils New Line of Disney-Inspired Board Games in 2022

Bippidi-boppidi-boo – a game for you and you and YOU! In one magic moment, Funko Games reveals seven new Disney-inspired board games for fans of all ages.

The 2022 Disney lineup includes:

• Games that celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World with Disney Happiest Day Game: Magic Kingdom Park and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Game;
• Games that bring beloved animated films to life including Disney A Goofy Movie Game and Disney Return of the Headless Horseman Game; and
• Games that expand on popular franchises like Something Wild! and Pattern Party.

ZAG Establishes First Office in Argentina

Global independent animation studio ZAG has established its first office in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to directly spearhead merchandising and licensing activities in Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay and Uruguay for the company’s portfolio of “ZAG Heroez” brands, including the worldwide hit Miraculous – Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir and Ghostforce. The announcement was made by Julian Zag, EVP, Global Operations and Head of Consumer Products.

Wobble Boards from Bunny Hopkins Garner Mass Praise

Some of the best moments in childhood are when kids are free to imagine with a prop – a cardboard box, dress up clothes, or Bunny Hopkins Wobble Boards. Purposefully minimal and inspired by the sheer joy of free open-ended play, Wobble Boards can be a fun balance board, teeter totter, pirate ship or a doll cradle (children can nestle on it as well). It’s an open-ended toy for kids that helps stimulate their creativity, promote physical play, and helps develop gross motor skills while they have fun. Flip it over to make it a slide, an obstacle course or magical rainbow fairy castle and spark creativity with so many more imaginative play scenarios! This activity toy with a simple curved design invites kids to balance and wobble which strengthens the core and muscles, improves reflexes and hones balancing skills which are critical for child development. Adults can get a peek into their child’s thinking and happily skip the cords, gadgets, and batteries.

WildBrain CPLG Conjures Up Moose Toys’ Magic Mixies Representation Deal

WildBrain CPLG, one of the world’s leading entertainment, sport and brand licensing agencies, is partnering with Moose Toys to handle representation of the global toy company’s mega hit, sell-out sales success, Magic Mixies Magic Cauldron and planned line extensions for the brand. Under its dedicated North America office, WildBrain CPLG will represent Magic Mixies in the U.S. and Canada to build a cross-category merchandise offering targeting kids aged 5-8 years old. The initial focus for the consumer products roll-out will be on the apparel, sleepwear, publishing, accessories and homeware categories. Moose will be building the brand’s presence even further with a comprehensive content plan later this year.

Moonlite Unveils Exciting New Bedtime Story Gift Packs

When mom or dad announces time for bed, kids actually leap to brush their teeth and snuggle under the covers. Why? They know a Moonlite illuminated story is about to begin! New for 2022 are three exciting Moonlite Gift Packs – Disney Classics, Disney Modern Classics and Pixar – that project from your smartphone onto a wall or ceiling. Dim the lights, cuddle in bed and tell a tale with vivid projections, sound effects and background music. Dumbo, Pinocchio and Bambi will mesmerize a new generation as three of the five storybooks included in the new Disney Classics Gift Pack.