1. Celebrating 35 Years of Imagination: 2023 Year in Review

   The holidays are always a time of reflection and gratitude, and it’s no different for those of us here at Melissa & Doug. With the New Year fast approaching, we wanted to take a moment to say thank you to...

2. Blast off with FREE National Astronaut Day Printable Activity for Kids

   The sky’s the limit for creative learning fun this #NationalAstronautDay on Friday, May 3. To mark the out-of-this-world milestone, Melissa & Doug offers up a FREE printable activity for your creative kiddos: a silly self-portrait of themselves as an astronaut...

3. Top 20 Preschool Classroom Supplies

   At Melissa & Doug, we are always being asked: “What supplies do I need for homeschooling?” or “As a teacher, what preschool classroom supplies do I really need to stock-up on?” So, we asked our Blog Ambassador Allison McDonald (No...

4. Toys that Grow with Your Child

   Everything seems to happen so fast these days, so it’s not unusual for kids to outgrow their toys in just a few months or perhaps even a few weeks. As a result, many parents find themselves collecting and storing toys...

5. 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....

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. 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...

8. Best Holiday Toys for School Aged Kids

   Melissa & Doug is rightly well-known for its quality, long-lasting developmental toys for babies and preschool children. But if you’re a parent or caregiver with school-aged kids at home, we offer a variety of toys that will engage, entertain, and...

9. The Power of Problem Solving Play

   This is the third in a series of blog posts on the skill-building power of different types of play. One of the many cool things about play is that it helps kids learn to become problem solvers. Think about children building block...

10. Indoor Fun Guide: How to Entertain Kids When They’re Stuck Inside

    Parents and caregivers, if your kids need a cure for the common ailment known as cabin fever, Melissa & Doug has the prescription for some much needed indoor fun! We’re here to rescue your sanity with this handy Indoor Fun...

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