1. Toy Spotlight: Fun at the Fair! Snow-Cone & Slushie Play Set

    Countless studies have shown that play is critical to child development. It enhances cognitive abilities and lays the foundation for kids to successfully engage with others. Melissa & Doug toys provide wonderful, creative opportunities for your child to engage in...
  2. NEW! Themed Gift Sets for Every Age

    Our New Bundles Make Gift Giving Easy Whether you’re a mom, dad, aunt, grandparent, or friend, you’ve probably struggled to come up with the perfect gift for a child. Or maybe you’re just overwhelmed by all the options. Because we’ve...
  3. Create a Child’s Art Studio in 6 Easy Steps

    Even before children are able to express their ideas and feelings with words, they have the natural ability to express themselves through art. The simplicity and accessibility of drawing, painting, molding clay, and other artistic activities provide kids with creative...
  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. The Best Dinosaur Toys And Gifts For Kids

    Does your child obsess over all things dinosaur? Dinosaur toys—check. Dinosaur gifts—check. Dinosaur chicken nuggets—of course! If you’re shopping for a dino-loving little one, we’ve got some playfully prehistoric dinosaur toys and gift ideas for you to wrap up for...
  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 5-9). Screen-Free Week is a non-profit advocacy program that promotes the idea that families should find time to dream,...
  7. Top Birthday Party Themes for 4-Year-Olds

    Birthday party planning just became a breeze thanks to help from the expert planners at Melissa & Doug! Favorite Birthday Party Themes for 4-Year-Old Kids We recently started a series on the blog to help parents and caregivers who might need some support...
  8. Water Wow! Water-Reveal Pad - Under the Sea

    No-mess painting for kids! This exciting paint-with-water coloring book includes four reusable pages and a refillable water pen. Simply use the pen to color in each scene--details and vibrant color appear with every stroke! Then let the page dry to...
  9. On the Go Water Wow! Water-Reveal Pad – Jungle

    No-mess painting for kids! This exciting paint-with-water coloring book includes four reusable pages and a refillable water pen. Simply use the pen to color in each scene—details and vibrant color appear with every stroke! Then let the page dry to...
  10. Water Wow! - Splash Cards Alphabet

    Discover alphabet flashcards and a reusable coloring activity in one! This set of 26 learn-and-play cards comes with a chunky, easy-to-grasp water pen that’s perfect for preschoolers and beginning writers. Each card features a letter of the alphabet, with upper-...

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