1. Melissa & Doug: The Story Behind Our Passion for Puzzles

   January is National Puzzle Month. Here at Melissa & Doug, puzzles are very close to our hearts. It was the decision to create a simple puzzle that introduced us to the world of wood and the art of making wooden...

2. How To Find The Best Puzzle For Your 1-Year-Old

   If you’re a parent or caregiver looking to improve your child’s problem-solving abilities through play, Melissa & Doug offers a host of developmental puzzles that are perfect for unlocking early learning skills. Puzzles are perfect for improving your kiddo’s problem-solving...

3. Fun Activities for 2-Year-Olds

   Bye Bye Terrible Twos, Hello Thought-Provoking Activities for 2-Year-Olds  Ah, the wonders of turning 2 years old. Aside from quite literally having their entire life ahead of them, this is an exhilarating developmental stage where toddlers experience a tug between...

4. Toys that Grow with Your Child

   Everything seems to happen so fast these days, so it’s not unusual for kids to outgrow their toys in just a few months or perhaps even a few weeks. As a result, many parents find themselves collecting and storing toys...

5. Introducing Our New & Innovative Puzzles

   Melissa & Doug, the #1 children’s puzzle brand, introduces a new line of innovative puzzles available now in stores and online! One of the most beneficial types of toys for helping improve logical thinking, goal setting, patience, visual recognition, and problem-solving...

6. 10 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...