A toy is an object used by kids to play. Toys have helped kids in developing different mental capacities. Some use tactical toys which improve their thinking and planning. Some use toys for role playing; this helps them improve their character and allows them to prepare for different situations. Dressing up dolls helps a child develop a sense of style. The success and popularity of these toys are often determined using the sales statistics of these toys. Given below are the top five most popular toys in history.

Teddy Bear

The favorite and most probably the first toy most of us ever received, is the “Teddy Bear”. It is ...

According to a recent press release from Procter & Gamble, the new Power to Be survey, sponsored by Duracell, shows that children’s professional aspirations vary as much as the children themselves.
During the Power to Be Survey, Duracell interviewed 507 children ages 8-12 from all over the country about their professional goals and what kinds of toys and activities they like best. No matter what career they plan to pursue, children are confident they will achieve their goals - nearly two-thirds (62 percent) of respondents said it is likely they will become what they want to be.
Partnering with toy experts Jim Silver and Chris Byrne of TimetoPlayMag.com, Duracell ...

Thames & Kosmos the proud publisher of 57 award-winning science kits for young children, with a mission of connecting science education with relevant issues, unveils the following latest creations at this year’s American International Toy Fair at 2009.  Here are the brief descriptions about each of the product:

1. Power House Green Essentials Edition, empowers kids to conduct 30 experiments and build 10 energy-related models, such as the power house itself, a greenhouse, a solar cell array, a 2 passive solar collector, a solar oven, an air conditioner, a refrigerator, a hydrometer, a lemon battery, and a wind power generator.

2. Fuel Cell 10: 10th Anniversary Car & Experiment Kit enables a ...

No childhood is ever complete without toys, and it is for this reason that toy manufacturers
continue to profit from outstanding sales each year. From plastic toys to wooden contraptions, the most durable types can last for many years without breaking or losing its functionality.

For girls, dolls and stuffed bears are popular, as well as play sets and doll houses. Robots, battery-operated cars, airplane toys and remote-control vehicles are ideal for the growing boys. Not only are toys essential for play time, they are also excellent for developing creative and cognitive abilities in children. Choosing the right toys for your children is one of your most important roles as ...

The age of three is a vital period in a youngster’s growth process. It is during this time that a toddler starts going to school and getting ready to face the world. This is the time to do some serious learning through educational toys and games. Hence, the toys and games given to the child at this stage should also be different from that in the previous years.

Children spend a lot of time each day with toys. As such, toys play a vital role in his/her physical and emotional development. Here we provide you with a list of toys and games that are suitable for a toddler of around ...