1. Toy Spotlight: Cool Scoops Ice Creamery

    There’s something about enjoying ice cream that just makes people really happy! That’s why we created this brand new Melissa & Doug Cool Scoops Ice Creamery wooden ice cream play set for kids—it taps into that universal joy, while fostering...
  2. 5 Fundamental Skills You Can Teach Kids Through Play

    Board certified behavior analyst Erin Ross shares her tips for skill-building play Not sure what to do with your little one during playtime? Many parents say they aren’t good at playing with their young children, that it’s boring, or they...
  3. Skills At Play!™: A Guide to Toys That Teach Important Developmental Skills

    Kids are doing more than just having fun while at play—they’re also learning and developing valuable skills that will serve them well for school and for life. Melissa & Doug’s Skills at Play!™ is designed to help parents and caregivers...
  4. The Power of Pretend Play

    Open-ended play is essential for children’s healthy growth and development. It’s so important, pediatricians are even writing prescriptions for it! That’s why at Melissa & Doug we are so excited to be partnering with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), an...
  5. Best Holiday Toys & Gifts for Babies and 1-Year-Olds

    Have you been making a holiday gift list and checking it twice or even a third time and you’re still not sure where to start? Well, here’s a gift from Melissa & Doug! We have pulled together a list of...
  6. Our 2023 STEAM Toys: The Experts' Stamp of Approval

    When children play, their natural curiosity drives them to explore and dive into new experiences. Adults are often in awe of how kids can freely dismantle things and put them back together, generate new ideas, and problem-solve all while having...
  7. The Best Baby Shower Gifts

    If you’ve got a baby-themed celebration coming up on your calendar, we’ve got you covered: Melissa & Doug’s new line of baby and infant toys would make for perfect baby shower gifts! Top 10 Baby Gifts That Parents will Love,...
  8. Best Holiday 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. We use wood...
  9. Beloved Classic Toys Perfect for the Holidays

    The holidays mean different things to different people, but one aspect we’re all familiar with is the feeling of nostalgia that the holidays inspire—it’s impossible not to think about the past when we get together with friends and family to celebrate...
  10. Best Birthday Gifts for 1-Year-Olds

    Shopping for that perfect gift for a child’s first birthday party? The play experts at Melissa & Doug are here to help you find the toy that’s just right for your child.  When gift-giving for a 1-year-old, you may want...

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