1. 10 New Toys for Your Holiday Shopping

    This year proved to be a big one in terms of new releases from Melissa & Doug. And with holiday shopping season fast upon us, it’s important to know what the hot new toys will be as we head into...
  2. Play Ideas & Activities for Your Little Astronaut

    Kids can pretend to be an astronaut anytime, with these creative play and learning activities, brought to us by guest blogger Julie Kieras of HappyStrongHome. Our family recently returned from a trip to Washington D.C., where we enjoyed the National Air and...
  3. The Best Ocean Toys And Gifts For Kids

    Is your child an underwater explorer, friend to sea creatures near and far? We've got toys for that! These special aquatic toys, crafts, and pretend play activities are sure to transport kids to ocean worlds and inspire their seaside adventures....
  4. Melissa & Doug Turns 35: A Look Back at Three-Plus Decades of Open-Ended Play

    When any company reaches its 35th anniversary, that’s a cause for celebration. When that company happens to be Melissa & Doug, then you can expect A TON of open-ended celebrating throughout the year! This year marks our 35th year making...
  5. Winter Indoor Play Ideas from a Kindergarten Teacher

    If you have ever been stuck inside for multiple days in a row with a child, you know how hard it gets to find ways to keep them busy and off of their screens.  The winter months are especially hard...
  6. 52 Fun & Easy Play Ideas for Screen-Free Week or Any Week

    If you’re concerned about your child’s screen time, consider going on a digital retreat with your kids during Screen-Free Week (May 6-10). Screen-Free Week is a non-profit advocacy program that promotes the idea that families should find time to dream,...
  7. Top 10 Wooden Toys & Gifts for Kids

    Wooden toys are classic for a reason: They're made to last, and built to inspire a child’s imagination. At Melissa & Doug, wood is in our roots! Our first hit product was the Fuzzy Farm wooden puzzle, and we continue...
  8. Fun Activities for 2-Year-Olds

    Bye Bye Terrible Twos, Hello Thought-Provoking Activities for 2-Year-Olds  Ah, the wonders of turning 2 years old. Aside from quite literally having their entire life ahead of them, this is an exhilarating developmental stage where toddlers experience a tug between...
  9. Best Holiday Toys & Gifts For Kids By Interest

    Is the child in your life obsessed with a particular toy, topic, or play pattern? If you’re a parent or caregiver looking for the perfect holiday gift for kids with all sorts of interests, Melissa & Doug has got you...
  10. Free January Printables and Holiday Activities for Kids

    Celebrate the New Year, winter wonders, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and National Puzzle Day with these fun print-and-play activities. Kids of all ages will enjoy these free printables from Melissa & Doug that are all about coloring, creating, and...

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