The pandemic provided a surge in demand for toys, games, puzzles and the like

The products were selected from dozens of entries submitted by participating suppliers.

General merchandise sales are booming at the drug chain since the stay-at-home orders in March

With isolation likely to last for a while, consumers are seeking products that will bring a sense of normalcy

Buyers cast their votes based on product innovation, packaging

Smalley is a veteran consumer packaged goods executive with more than 25 years of experience leading sales teams

Stella Rising’s Marlea Clark on where and how people shop the toy category today

When it comes to toys, creating a strong experience around exploration and play is key for driving sales in the category.

Retail buyers attending ECRM's Toy EPPS are looking for products that help activate the minds and bodies of today’s kids.

The popularity of toys that educate kids on science, technology, engineering and math continues to grow, and retailers are finding creative ways to market them

Take a look at just some of the hottest products that will be showcased at the 2017 Toy EPPS.

Take a look at just some of the hottest products that will be showcased at the 2017 Educational Supplies EPPS.

A recent viral video featuring one of Kohl's Star Wars masks led to the retailer selling out in one day.

From channel blurring to technology, take a look at the latest developments across the specialty toy, home and gift categories.

The specialty toy industry is booming. See where the category is headed as well as which trends are leading the way.  

Take a look at just some of the hottest products that will be showcased at the 2016 Specialty Toy event.

From category blurring to new trends hitting the marketplace, find out what happened during the Electronics Retail Summit.

Store- or market-specific assortments, female product focus and all natural products are trending.