1. Melissa & Doug Partners with National Park Foundation on Collection of Timeless Toys that Powers Children’s Love of Nature Through Play

    Melissa & Doug has pledged $1 million as part of its multi-year partnership to help protect and preserve our national parks for future generations  WILTON, CT, August 1, 2023 – Melissa & Doug, recognized by parents as the #1 preschool...

  2. Toy Spotlight: PAW Patrol™ See & Spell Pup Pad

    We know the pups from PAW Patrol™ excel at rescuing people, and now they’re here to help your child with early spelling and reading skills! To encourage your child to learn about letters and spelling through play, we’re shining our...

  3. 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...

  4. Back-to-School Writing Readiness Tips: A Roundup

    Get kids on the "write" track and with this awesome roundup of writing readiness tips!  Looking for activities to prepare your little one for writing readiness and school success? Then you’ve come to the “WRITE” place! Today, we’re sharing ideas for...

  5. How Toys Can Help Develop Your Child’s Emotional Intelligence

    What is Emotional Intelligence? Emotional intelligence is a phrase that gets tossed around quite a bit. But what does it actually mean, and how does it pertain to your child and their playtime? Emotional intelligence refers to a person being...

  6. The Great Outdoors: What Kids And You Get Out Of Nature

    Making Outdoor Play a Priority  As families make plans for summer, it's worth reflecting on the benefits of playing outside. "Getting outside to play is good for children's health on so many levels," said Sally Goza, MD, FAAP. "Children play...

  7. Best Toys and Gifts for Easter

    With the calendar set to bounce into spring, that means Easter is almost here for those who celebrate. At Melissa & Doug, we’re reimagining the season and rethinking the Easter basket. Candy and chocolate bunnies make for sweet treats, but...

  8. Celebrate National Park Week with Toys and Outdoor Fun

    The great outdoors gets the spotlight it deserves when we celebrate National Park Week this year (April 20-28), which also includes Earth Day on Saturday, April 22, and culminates on Monday, April 29 with National Junior Ranger Day! According to...

  9. PAW Patrol Cheat Sheet for Parents

    Now that Melissa & Doug is proudly featuring new PAW Patrol toys in its selection, we’ve quickly become experts in all things related to the pawsome pups! Here’s a cheat sheet that can help parents connect with kids as they...

  10. The 10 Best Toys for Holiday Travel

    With the holiday season fast approaching, families will be hitting the road a lot more to visit friends and family and take seasonal vacations. Holiday travel, especially with babies, toddlers, and young children, is no easy feat. There are several things...

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