1. Little Chef Gift Bundle

    Ideal for aspiring chefs, this three-piece gift set is sure to satisfy hungry imaginations! The Chef Role Play Costume Set with accessories lets kids dress the part. Decorate 15 place settings with more than 225 stickers with the Make-a-Meal Sticker...

  2. Enjoy Free Sticker WOW! Easter Printable Activities for Kids

    Sticker WOW! from Melissa & Doug is a whole new way to play with stickers—and one of our hottest toys of the year. With Easter fast approaching on Sunday, March 31, we wanted to share with you some FREE Easter-themed...

  3. 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...

  4. Best Holiday Stocking Stuffers & Small Gifts for Kids

    Although stocking stuffers may be small and inexpensive, they can still make the biggest memories for kids. Plus, they’re great to have on-hand if you get surprise visitors throughout the holiday season.  Here, we’ve compiled 10 of our favorite Melissa &...

  5. 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...

  6. Screen-Free Week: Our Favorite Screen-Free Ways for Kids to Play

    Here at Melissa & Doug, we’re celebrating Screen-Free Week (May 6-12)!  We see Screen-Free Week as a great time to assess the quantity and quality of our children’s play. How can we encourage kids to gravitate to active, engaged types...

  7. 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,...

  8. 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....

  9. 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...

  10. 5 Ideas for the Best Indoor Playdates

    Are you getting ready for winter’s long haul, trying to come up with creative ways to keep your kids entertained while they’re indoors? Hosting playdates can be a great solution. Playdates for toddlers and kids provide opportunities for little ones...

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