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Collegiate Lifestyle Brand LegacyHistoryPride Partners with Paramount Consumer Products for New Apparel Collections

Collegiate lifestyle brand LegacyHistoryPride is partnering with Paramount Consumer Products to celebrate Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with a variety of apparel collections, the first of which features iconic Nickelodeon characters from Hey Arnold and Rugrats. LegacyHistoryPride, also known as LHP, is best known for their fashion forward, high quality HBCU apparel. As a licensed vendor for various HBCUs, LHP has shown their dedication to infusing the spirit of HBCU culture into stylish and versatile apparel since their start in 2019.

Mattel Announces Monster High Publishing Program

Mattel, Inc, leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest portfolios of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world, announced two new publishing partnerships with ABRAMS and IDW to launch a publishing program augmenting Mattel’s commitment to expanding the Monster High universe. The Mattel Monster High publishing program will launch with two novels and a comic book series by ABRAMS and IDW, respectively, and follows years of demand from the brand’s dedicated fan base. The program will feature new artwork and stories to bring the Monster High brand to audiences through new formats.

Epic Story Media and CBC Kids Jump Into New Deal for Marc Brown’s Preschool Series ‘Hop’

Independent content creation, distribution and licensing company Epic Story Media Inc (ESM) and CBC Kids, the children’s programming division of Canada’s national public broadcaster, have confirmed a deal for “Hop”, the forthcoming new preschool comedy series from the creator of “Arthur”, Marc Brown. The series, produced by Epic Story Media and animated by Loomi Animation, was greenlit earlier this year by MAX with CBC Kids now joining as a commissioning broadcaster. Epic Story Media will be presenting the series and screening the first episode at MIPJUNIOR and MIPCOM.

MGA & CAKE Sign Multi-Year Distribution Agreement for MGA Studios’ ‘Armorsaurs’ Series

MGA Entertainment (MGA), one of the largest and fastest growing privately held toy and entertainment companies in the world, its subsidiary MGA Studios, and CAKE, a leading independent entertainment company specialising in the production, distribution, development, financing and brand development of kids’ and family properties based in London, announced that they have signed a multi-year agreement for distribution of a new video series from MGA Studios, Armorsaurs. The series is a remake of the hit 2021 South Korean television show Armored Saurus originally developed by Daewon Media that mixes visual effects (VFX) and live action. CAKE will handle all media distribution rights globally outside of South Korea, Japan, China, and France. MGA Entertainment and Daewon Media announced a multi-year agreement for the development, production, and distribution of their content in August 2022.

Kids for Culture Reveals Its Top 5 Baby Gifts to Pick Something Positive for the Tots on the List

Kids will quickly discover that everyone is a little different so why not gift them books and toys that help them grow into a well-rounded child? This holiday season, parents and grandparents can take a walk down the toy aisle at Walmart or click on Amazon.com and discover the Kids For Culture collection. Their Top 5 Gift Picks are priced at $12.99 and under! Each of the beautifully designed books and toys is sprinkled with a touch of diversity and self-awareness for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Instead of once upon a time, parents can read aloud M is for Mind.

Hess Toy Truck Releases Highly Anticipated Annual Holiday Toy Truck – the Police Truck & Cruiser

This holiday season, Hess is back and better than ever to help unleash the hero in everyone. Just announced, The 2023 Hess Police Truck and Cruiser is a highly specialized, heroic law enforcement response team that is here to take on any task imaginable! The new release is no ordinary toy – with its impressive detail and high-quality features, the Police Truck and Cruiser is amazingly realistic – putting it on the top of everyone’s holiday list! Accented with the brand’s signature green and white coloring, fans will love exploring advanced features such as animated lights, four realistic sound effects, great design, and much more. As one of the best-selling and longest running toy brands in America, the annual release of the Hess Truck has since become a hallmark of the holiday season for generations and among one of the largest holiday gift giving traditions – selling out every year! Jam-packed with innovative features, there is no doubt this year’s toy will be a hit for the holidays.

Zoonicorn and Toonz Entertainment Greenlight Zoonicorn Season 3

Zoonicorn LLC and Toonz Entertainment have inked a new deal to greenlight season three of the popular preschool series, with 52×7 new episodes now in development. The global preschool property currently streams worldwide, with consumer products rolling out for Q4, 2023 and into 2024. Zoonicorn’s seven-minute episodes are produced by Toonz Entertainment and Zoonicorn LLC and distributed by Toonz Entertainment. Global licensing for the brand is shared by the two companies and headed by J’net Smith of All Art Licensing. With the new deal, Zoonicorn will have a total of 130 episodes available for global distribution.

Entertainment News

Sesame Street’s 54th Season Launches Thursday, November 9 on Max

Sesame Workshop, the global impact nonprofit behind decades of award-winning engaging educational media content, has announced Sesame Street’s 54th season will debut on Thursday, November 9 on Max. Episodes of the iconic children’s series, 35 in all, will release every Thursday. The season will stream on PBS KIDS in Fall 2024. “With so many unique stories to tell, Sesame Street will build upon last season’s joyful self and belonging content that resonated deeply with children and their families and will continue to do so by honoring, reflecting, and celebrating our diverse world,” said Sal Perez, Executive Producer, Sesame Street. “Season 54 will inspire children to be proud of who they are and connect with their community. At the core of the show, our furry and funny Sesame Street friends welcome children to play, laugh, and celebrate who they are with us.”

Carrera Revell of Americas Unveils Exciting New Licenses for 2024 at Toy Fair New York

Carrera Revell of Americas, the world market leader in the slot car segment and a leading brand for authentic model kits and 3D puzzles, is thrilled to announce an exceptional array of new licenses set to captivate enthusiasts and collectors in 2024. These new additions reflect the company’s commitment to delivering innovative and high-quality products to its ever-growing audience. In celebration of its 60-year anniversary, Carrera will also showcase a full slot car display in partnership with Slot Mods at Toy Fair New York, where the exciting details of these new licenses will be unveiled.