toys and games
ASTRA identifies 8 top toy trends
The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) has wrapped up its 2023 Marketplace & Academy show in Columbus, Ohio, where thousands of ... READ MORE »
Schleich USA hires its first chief storytelling officer, an 8-year old from Queens
Schleich USA hires an eight-year old as chief storytelling officer from a pool of nearly 150 applicants. Once upon a time, Schleich (pronounced Shh-li... READ MORE »
Stationery Trends seeks Share Your Story submissions
Stationery Trends and sister publication, Gift Shop Plus, seek Share Your Story submissions from independently owned toy stores or retailers who have... READ MORE »
ToyFest West releases new plans for the 2022 show
The Western Toy and Hobby Representatives Association (WTHRA) celebrates its Diamond Anniversary with 60 years of producing its toy show in the west! ... READ MORE »
People of Play opens voting for TAGIE Awards finalists
Finalists for the prestigious TAGIE Awards, sponsored by Mattel, Oxford Games, The Michael Kohner Corporation, Goliath, Radio Flyer, PlayMonster, Ne... READ MORE »
Schleich seeks a child with outstanding storytelling powers
This fall, Schleich, a manufacturer of animal characters and playsets, is looking for one special kid with outstanding storytelling and imaginative po... READ MORE »
People of Play hosts virtual event for toy and game industry
People of Play (POP), formerly CHITAG, celebrates the official launch of its website and interactive POP database with POP into Spring week, Mar. 1-5,... READ MORE »
People of Play celebrates winners of the 2020 TAGIE Awards
On Friday, Nov. 21, toy and game professionals watched and cheered from their homes around the world as People of Play (POP), formerly the Chicago Toy... READ MORE »