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Pokémon Trainer Guess: Champions Edition Electronic Game Wins Toy Insider's Top Holiday Toy Award

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

COMMERCE, Calif., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ultra PRO, a leading manufacturer of board and card games, is pleased to announce that Pokémon Trainer Guess: Champions Edition electronic game has won the Top Holiday Toy Award from The Toy Insider.

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  • COMMERCE, Calif., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ultra PRO, a leading manufacturer of board and card games, is pleased to announce that Pokémon Trainer Guess: Champions Edition electronic game has won the Top Holiday Toy Award from The Toy Insider.
  • The Toy Insider is published by Adventure Media and Events, which also publishes the Toy Book and The Pop Insider.
  • "Pokémon has been a huge hit for decades — and the Pokémon Trainer Guess Champions Edition lets kids play with their favorite characters in a new way.
  • said Ali Mierzejewski, editor-in-chief, The Toy Insider
    Pokémon Trainer Guess: Champions Edition allows Pokémon fans to test their Pokémon knowledge.

Batman and Wizard Of Oz Prop Replicas Make Collector's Dream Come True

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Thursday, March 16, 2023

NEW YORK, March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pop-Culture aficionados are ecstatic to have an opportunity to add "grail" items to their collections thanks to Paragon FX Group. Dorothy's ruby slippers and the 1966 Batman's Bat-radio are two of the most recent museum quality items offered by the collective of artisans.

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  • Dorothy's ruby slippers and the 1966 Batman's Bat-radio are two of the most recent museum quality items offered by the collective of artisans.
  • Many screen used props are far outside the reach of most collectors, while the picture perfect recreations from Paragon FX Group are accessible for fans.
  • Every sequin, every gem, even the orange felt on the soles has been recreated by their team of prop makers and engineers.
  • The Bat-radio, as seen on the 1966 Batman series, is instantly recognizable by fans and has also been lovingly recreated by ParagonFxGroup.com.

The Toy Insider™ Experts Identify Top Toy Trends of 2022

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toy Insider, the toy industry's most influential organization and a trusted go-to resource for parents and gift-givers, identified the top toy trends of 2022 and shared their expert toy picks representing each trend for easy holiday shopping. Consumers are encouraged to shop early and budget more to get this year's trending toys, as price hikes hit all toy categories and supply chain effects linger this holiday season.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toy Insider ,the toy industry's most influential organization and a trusted go-to resource for parents and gift-givers, identified the top toy trends of 2022 and shared their experttoy picks representing each trend for easy holiday shopping.
  • "One thing that all of the toy selections from trending categories have in common: they help bring families together for memorable play moments,"saysMarissa Silva, Co-Editor-in-Chief, The Toy Insider.
  • For product fact sheets and high-res product photography ofThe Toy Insider'sHot 20, STEM 10 and 12 Under $20, click here .
  • The Toy Insider's Favorites: All-Pro Passer (NSI International), EXIT: The Lord of the Rings Shadows Over Middle-earth (Thames & Kosmos), H2OGO!

VTech® and LeapFrog® Toys Named to The Toy Insider's Hot 20 and STEM 10 Lists

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

CHICAGO, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VTech® and LeapFrog® announced today that 14 products have been selected for The Toy Insider's 17th annual holiday gift guide, a trusted go-to resource for parents and gift-givers. VTech's Level Up Learning Chair™ and LeapFrog's Clean Sweep Learning Caddy™ were named as part of the coveted Hot 20 list, highlighting the top toys children will be asking for this holiday season. VTech's Smart Chart Medical Kit™ and LeapFrog's Magic Adventures Microscope™ were included on the STEM 10 list, featuring toys that encourage science, technology, engineering and math skills to make learning fun. The full holiday gift guide also features six additional VTech products and four additional LeapFrog products.

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  • The full holiday gift guide also features six additional VTech products and four additional LeapFrog products.
  • "We're so happy to be featured in The Toy Insider's popular holiday gift guide and on the exclusive Hot 20 and STEM 10 lists," said Andy Keimach, President, VTech Electronics North America.
  • "The Toy Insider always has a pulse on what's going to be hot for the holiday season and we couldn't agree more that the VTech and LeapFrog toys they included will make great gifts."
  • Additional LeapFrog products named as top holiday toys include My Pal Scout Smarty Paws, Wooden AlphaPup, Tappin' Colors 2-in-1 Xylophone and LeapPods Max.

"The Play Date" Set to Take Place March 8, 2023 in New York City

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toy Association, the trade association representing all businesses involved in creating and delivering toys and youth entertainment products for kids of all ages, and Adventure Media & Events, publisher of industry-leading media outlets the Toy Book and the Toy Insider, announced today that they will host "The Play Date" on March 8, 2023 at the brand new etc.venues 360 Madison Avenue in New York City.

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  • The Play Date is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for toy companies to showcase their 2023 lineups and sneak peeks to the press.
  • The Toy Association serves as the industry's voice on the developmental benefits of play and promotes play's positive impact on childhood development to consumers and media.
  • Adventure Media & Events has produced two incredibly successful media events, Sweet Suite and Holiday of Play, for more than 13 years.
  • Be sure to follow #sweetsuite22 to check out the Toy Insider's biggest night of play.

The Pop Insider Launches First Official Summer Swag Gift Guide for Fans at Comic-Con International: San Diego

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

SAN DIEGO, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate the return of Comic-Con International: San Diego, the Pop Insider, a multimedia publication that lets superfans fuel their fandoms 24/7, is debuting its first-ever Summer Swag Gift Guide on the show floor.

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  • The Pop Insider's Summer Gift Guide is THE ultimate guide for merch lovers to fuel their fandom with SDCC exclusives, must-have collectibles, the hottest apparel, and more!
  • SAN DIEGO, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate the return of Comic-Con International: San Diego, the Pop Insider , a multimedia publication that lets superfans fuel their fandoms 24/7, is debuting its first-ever Summer Swag Gift Guide on the show floor.
  • To kick off the con and to provide some much-appreciated reading for the long lines at Hall H the Pop Insider offers a limited quantity of its Summer Swag Gift Guide free to SDCC attendees.
  • These pages are packed with everything fans need for a summer full of fun, frivolity, and fandom," said Ali Mierzejewski, Editor-in-Chief, the Pop Insider.

The Toy Association and Adventure Media & Events Partner to Deliver One-of-a-Kind "Play Date"

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

NEW YORK, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toy Association, the not-for-profit trade association representing all businesses involved in creating and delivering toys and youth entertainment products for kids of all ages, and Adventure Media & Events, publisher of industry-leading media outlets the Toy Book and the Toy Insider, announced today a partnership to deliver a one-of-a-kind "play date" in March 2023 that will give media, investors, and the influencer community direct access to the toy companies, brands, and products that will be hot throughout the year, including spring and summer launches and a first look at the hottest toys for the coming holiday season.

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  • Adventure Media's team of toy experts from the Toy Book and the Toy Insider as well as The Toy Association's team of trend experts will be on-hand for on-camera interviews related to the state of the toy industry, toy trends, and more.
  • The introduction of the spring "play date" expands the seasonality of Adventure Media & Events' in-person toy industry offerings beyond its annual Sweet Suite and Holiday of Play media events, brought to attendees by the Toy Insider in July and September, respectively.
  • 1 resource for toy news in the U.S. Publishers of the Toy Book, the Toy Insider, and the Pop Insider, Adventure Media & Events has provided the toy and licensing industries with up-to-the-minute news, product announcements, and insights for nearly 40 years.
  • Adventure Media & Events has produced two incredibly successful media events, Sweet Suite and Holiday of Play, for more than 13 years.

Sun's Out, Fun's Out: The Toy Insider™ Experts Launch Epic 2022 Spring & Summer Gift Guide

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

NEW YORK, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Families are eager to help kids relish the warmer weather, enjoy long-overdue summer vacations, and make up for lost time with friends and family during the pandemic. Today, the Toy Insider, the toy industry's most influential organization, released its 2022 Spring & Summer Gift Guide online at thetoyinsider.com to help parents find the perfect toys and gear for a season of carefree family fun. This year's guide features more than 260 toys from 130 toymakers across eight different categories, including toys that empower kids to explore and learn; games and activities that bring families together; outdoor and active products to cure cabin fever; and water toys to get your splash on.

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  • Today, the Toy Inside r , the toy industry's most influential organization, released its 2022 Spring & Summer Gift Guide online at thetoyinsider.com to help parents find the perfect toys and gear for a season of carefree family fun.
  • The Toy Insider's Spring & Summer Gift Guide has got you covered with everything you need for a season of engaging, active and educational fun!"
  • The Toy Insider's gift guide breaks down toys by play category and age group, from newborns to tweens.
  • The Toy Insider team of experts is always on the pulse of what's new, hot and trending in toy land.

Consumers Have Voted - MGA Reveals this Holiday's Top Toys

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Monday, November 8, 2021

Fromall-new imaginative dolls, playsets and accessories to best-in-class tech toys for little learners, MGA has the perfect gifts for kids and collectors alike.

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  • Fromall-new imaginative dolls, playsets and accessories to best-in-class tech toys for little learners, MGA has the perfect gifts for kids and collectors alike.
  • "We have the hottest toys of the season and everyone better shop now to secure your toy due to thesupplychain issues.
  • This year, MGA is thrilled to share a lineup of toys featuring unique IP and innovative content for extended play and imagination.
  • MGA Entertainment's list of Top 25 Holiday Toys features favorite products across brands and price points---- available at mass retailers.

Remember Playtime with Toys "R" Us Canada's 2021 Holiday Toy Book

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Monday, November 1, 2021

Toys "R" Us Canada is thrilled to announce that kids, parents and gift givers can get their shopping lists ready, because the 2021 Holiday Toy Book has officially arrived!

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  • Toys "R" Us Canada is thrilled to announce that kids, parents and gift givers can get their shopping lists ready, because the 2021 Holiday Toy Book has officially arrived!
  • The 2021 Toy Book is filled with endless inspiration that will bring families together.
  • Themed, "Remember Playtime", this year's book hopes to trigger memories of holidays past for families, while they celebrate the joys of the present.
  • Featuring exclusive picks from Toys "R" Us Canada's Top Toy List for 2021, the 2021 Toy Book includes a range of play that offers fun for the whole family.