TLL Staff The Toy Foundation has appointed Kathleen Campisano, global chief marketing officer and general manager of Beacon Media Group, as the new chair of its Board of Trustees. Taking the helm on February 28, Campisano will work alongside newly appointed Vice Chair Michael Keaton and the Foundation’s Executive Director Pam Mastrota to lead philanthropic initiatives that … [Read more...] about Toy Foundation Welcomes Kathleen Campisano as Chair of Board of Trustees
Toys and Games
LEGO and Pokémon Join Forces to Build an Exciting New Play Experience
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief In a partnership set to capture fans brick by brick, the LEGO Group and The Pokémon Company International have announced a multi-year collaboration to bring LEGO Pokémon to life starting in 2026. This marks the first time the beloved world of Pokémon will be recreated in LEGO form, offering Trainers and builders an entirely new way to catch … [Read more...] about LEGO and Pokémon Join Forces to Build an Exciting New Play Experience
Jazwares Cares Celebrates Squishmallows With Charitable Donation
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jazwares Cares has donated over 500,000 plush toys as a charitable initiative for the company's third annual Squishmallows Day celebration. Taking place every year on March 7, Squishmallows Day is Jazwares official celebration for the company's popular plush toy and lifestyle brand. The charitable initiative for this year's celebration … [Read more...] about Jazwares Cares Celebrates Squishmallows With Charitable Donation
Spin Master and UP&E Renew Partnership for Gabby’s Dollhouse
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master is renewing its master toy licensing agreement with UP&E for the preschool entertainment brand, Gabby’s Dollhouse. Created by Traci Paige Johnson and Jennifer Twomey, Gabby's Dollhouse is a mixed media preschool series from Dreamworks Animation. The animated series showcases a fantastical world full of cats that live inside of … [Read more...] about Spin Master and UP&E Renew Partnership for Gabby’s Dollhouse
Crayola Revealed Colorful Array of Products at Toy Fair 2025
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Crayola has revealed details of its upcoming Holiday 2025 product lineup which adds new licensed characters to several long-standing collections. The company plans to introduce a slate of products that feature licensed characters from Bluey, Paw Patrol, Dora, Lilo & Stitch, Sonic the Hedgehog, Stranger Things and more. "This … [Read more...] about Crayola Revealed Colorful Array of Products at Toy Fair 2025
Just Play Develops Licensed Games with Hasbro and Sony
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Just Play has launched an expansion into board games and outdoor toys through new licensing partnerships with Hasbro and Sony Pictures TV. The initial product launch will include a slate of reimagined games inspired by popular licensed brands from Hasbro and Sony Pictures Television. "Expanding into the games category creates many new … [Read more...] about Just Play Develops Licensed Games with Hasbro and Sony
The LEGO Group Debuts Upcoming Product Collections at Toy Fair 2025
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The LEGO Group has unveiled an extensive portfolio of licensed products at Toy Fair 2025. The company's product assortment for 2025 includes more than 340 sets across 30 different themes, marking this year as LEGO's biggest collection yet. "Championing the power of play is core to the LEGO brand," said LEGO Group SVP, Jared Carr. "Designed … [Read more...] about The LEGO Group Debuts Upcoming Product Collections at Toy Fair 2025
Hape and The MET Announce Toy Collaboration
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Met and Hape Toys have signed a collaborative partnership to develop an educational toy collection featuring art from the museum's historical archive. Designed to cater to infants and toddlers, the collection aims to promote early childhood learning through a range of licensed puzzles and developmental toys. "We are excited to … [Read more...] about Hape and The MET Announce Toy Collaboration
Playmates Toys Reveals Miraculous Ladybug Collector’s Doll
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Miraculous Corp and Playmates Toys are launching a limited-edition Miraculous Ladybug doll for the 10th anniversary of the award-winning franchise. Standing at 10.5 inches tall, the custom-designed Miraculous Ladybug doll is outfitted in a full-body superhero costume with knee-high boots and an ankle-length detachable cape. The … [Read more...] about Playmates Toys Reveals Miraculous Ladybug Collector’s Doll
Aurora World and Hasbro Partner for Peppa Pig Plush
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Aurora World has signed a licensing agreement with Hasbro to develop and manufacture a line of Peppa Pig plush in North America. First established in 1981, Aurora World is a global company that creates plush toys and gifts based on licensed character and entertainment brands. The company offers an extensive range of licensed plush … [Read more...] about Aurora World and Hasbro Partner for Peppa Pig Plush