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Daniel Tiger Products Arrive at Macy’s Toys R’ Us for Holiday Season

November 9, 2023

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Fred Rogers Productions and JAKKS Pacific have entered a retail licensing partnership with Macy’s Toys R’ Us for the Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood preschool property.The partnership will include eight Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood toys by master toy licensee Jakks Pacific rolling out to over 200 Macy’s Toys R’ Us locations across the U.S. beginning … [Read more...] about Daniel Tiger Products Arrive at Macy’s Toys R’ Us for Holiday Season

In Memoriam: Global Toy Industry Mourns Passing of Richard Gottlieb

November 6, 2023

Editor's Note, from Gary Symons, editor at The Licensing Letter. It is with sadness that we at TLL heard the news of our friend and colleague Richard Gottlieb passing away. The CEO at Global Toy Experts and Global Toy News was among the very first people to call me when I started working at The Licensing Letter. Richard was incredibly knowledgeable about the industry, so … [Read more...] about In Memoriam: Global Toy Industry Mourns Passing of Richard Gottlieb

Spin Master’s Billion Dollar Deal to Buy Melissa & Doug

October 11, 2023

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Spin Master has agreed to acquire Melissa & Doug in a move designed to bolster its presence in early childhood play. The Canadian toy and production company has grown to become one of the largest toy companies in the world, and this week offered $950 million to buy out US-based Melissa & Doug. Spin Master says the acquisition … [Read more...] about Spin Master’s Billion Dollar Deal to Buy Melissa & Doug

Construction Zone: Spin Master Announces Production on Paw Patrol III

September 27, 2023

Hit Series Also Reveals Two New Licensing Deals with Hasbro's Monopoly and Burger King TLL Staff The second Paw Patrol isn't even out yet and Spin Master has confirmed there will be a third film in the series. Spin Master has announced that it will co-produce the Paw Patrol threequel with its partners Nickelodeon Movies and Paramount Pictures for theatrical release in … [Read more...] about Construction Zone: Spin Master Announces Production on Paw Patrol III

Women in Toys Mourns Loss of Past President Joan Packard Luks

September 14, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment announces the passing of our beloved past president, Joan Packard Luks. Joan was a revered licensing executive, mentor to many, and an industry luminary. Her radiant spirit and warm demeanor made everyone who knew her feel like family. Joan passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 5, leaving behind a profound legacy … [Read more...] about Women in Toys Mourns Loss of Past President Joan Packard Luks

Walmart Releases Its Influential Top Toys List For 2023

August 22, 2023

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The world's largest retail chain, Walmart, has unveiled 55 products on its highly anticipated Top Toys List for 2023. It's a great list for parents and anyone else shopping for kids (or kidults for that matter), but it's also an important list for licensing professionals looking for intel on what will be the hot toy properties for the … [Read more...] about Walmart Releases Its Influential Top Toys List For 2023

LEGO Reveals Second Series of Marvel Studios Minifigure Collectibles

August 4, 2023

By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterLEGO has revealed its second series of Marvel Studios Disney+ Collectible Minifigures which features twelve officially licensed Marvel characters. The characters featured in the co-branded LEGO Minifigures series are Storm, She-Hulk, Agatha Harkness, Wolverine, Echo, Moon Knight, Hawkeye, Kate Bishop, The Werewolf, Goliath, Mr. Knight, and Beast. … [Read more...] about LEGO Reveals Second Series of Marvel Studios Minifigure Collectibles

Toy Association Names Top STEAM Toys for Smart Kids

August 2, 2023

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Toy Association has released its Back to School STEAM Toy Shopping List, which features 25 officially accredited STEAM toys. "As families across the U.S. get ready for another back-to-school season, our list offers parents a well-vetted guide that will help kids flourish this academic year and build skills through engaging, … [Read more...] about Toy Association Names Top STEAM Toys for Smart Kids

Spin Master Reboots Bakugan Franchise With New Anime Series and Toy Collection

August 1, 2023

By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterSpin Master is rebooting the Bakugan kids' entertainment franchise with a new anime series and toy line. The reimagined Bakugan anime series will launch on Netflix in the US, Canada, Australia, the Nordics and the Middle East on Sept. 1, and will air on Disney XD in the U.S. on Sept. 23.In addition, the first two episodes of the Bakugan animated … [Read more...] about Spin Master Reboots Bakugan Franchise With New Anime Series and Toy Collection

Spin Master Unleashes New Pack of Toys for Paw Patrol

August 1, 2023

Spin Master has officially unveiled its new toy collection for the franchise's upcoming second feature film PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie. The film is a Spin Master Entertainment production, produced in association with Nickelodeon Movies and Paramount Pictures. "Packed with jaw-dropping transformations, the PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie toy collection will spark limitless … [Read more...] about Spin Master Unleashes New Pack of Toys for Paw Patrol

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