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2006
- Dec 20
- Dr. Toy named a 2007 Wonder Woman of Toys, as presented by the professional organization Women In Toys and Playthings magazine. Read the full story here.
- Dec 9
- Dr. Toy to appears at in-store meet and greet at G. Willikers Toy Emporium in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Toy will announce the top 12 toy picks for the holiday season on Saturday, from 1 to 4 pm, 1113 Front St. (916) 447-1091. This is a remarkable toy store located in the old historic district of Sacramento.
- Nov 18
- Dr. Toy appears at CMOM to judge their Kapla building contest. Kapla blocks were honored as one of 2006's Best Children's Products. Watch a video of what you can do (and undo) with Kapla blocks at Toy Directory Monthly.
- Nov 17
- "Parents and teachers should select a good mix of children's toys and products to help children gain an essential and lifelong love of learning." - Dr. Toy.
Dr. Toys says, "Toys are not just for the holidays or just for kids. Families need to play together and put more fun and interaction into their relationships. Here are some tips for selecting toys that enhance your child's learning and fun!"
Here are Dr. Toy's Tips on Smart Play in pdf or web format.
- Nov 17
- Dr. Toy attended the national kick-off for the Toys for Tots charity in Arlington, Virginia. Click to right for a gallery of photos taken when Members of the Alameda USMC reserves met Dr. Toy at her research center in Oct 2006.
- Nov 15
- The classic Easy-Bake Oven and Lionel Trains were inducted today into the National Toy Hall of Fame at the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY. These two toys alone have provided happy hours of play to countless children for decades. Learn more about the Hall of Fame and these two timeless classics in this news release by Playthings.
- Nov 17
- Dr. Toy appears at an in-store meet and greet in Baltimore, Maryland at Be Beep - A Toy Shop.
- Nov 15
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Dr. Toys Tips on Games: Choosing Games & Making the Most of Game Time.
An Invitation to Play During National Games Week November 19-25. "Game time is a great opportunity for families to reconnect across all ages. Have a good variety of great games on hand for the holidays and get everyone engaged in the fun."
More tips on Games: pdf or web.
- Nov 15
- Here is a collection of the best online retailers in Dr. Toy's new featured section, Toy Stores Online. Find that special, classic or educational toy here!
- Nov 14
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Dr. Toy's Tips on Construction Toys: "Building with blocks and construction toys helps children to sharpen their minds, strengthen hands and improve coordination while having a lot of fun. Constructive play has many benefits to enhance dexterity, spatial thinking and creativity,"
More tips on Construction Toys: pdf or web.
- Nov 7 - 11
- Dr. Toy attends the National Association for the Education of Young Children (N.A.E.Y.C.) annual Conference and Expo in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Toy has been an active member of N.A.E.Y.C. for more than 35 years and has attended all of their annual conferences. Dr. Toy was interviewed by FOX News in Atlanta on Thursday, Nov 8th at the N.A.E.Y.C. Expo.
- Oct 16
- Dr. Toy has released the 100 Best Children's Products for 2006 and 10 Best Lists as well as her annual Holiday Gift Guide. These free reports describe the best products selected for innovation, educational value, durability, and price - all so that you can make the best choice today. The 100 Best include board games, CDs, construction toys, and software. Take a few moments and see why more than ten thousand educators, parents, and industry professionals rely on Dr. Toy's expertise daily.
- Dec 20
- Dr. Toy named a 2007 Wonder Woman of Toys, as presented by the professional organization Women In Toys and Playthings magazine. Read the full story here.
- Dec 9
- Dr. Toy in-store meet and greet at G. Willikers Toy Emporium in Sacramento, CA.
- Nov 19 - Nov 25
- National Games Week - 2006. This annual event spreads the message that games are positive, social entertainment.
- Nov 18
- Dr. Toy to appear at Children's Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) to judge their Kapla building contest. Kapla blocks were honored as one of 2006's Best Childrens Products. Watch a video of what you can do (and undo) with Kapla blocks at Toy Directory Monthly.
- Nov 11
- National Toy Hall of Fame inductees for 2006 announced.
- Nov 11
- Older Toys Get Makeovers
- Nov 8
- Good Day Atlanta interview now available for download.
- Nov 7-11
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) annual Conference and Expo in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Oct 30
- Dr. Toy nominated by Playthings and Women in Toys as a Wonder Woman of Toys.
- Oct 27
- Dr. Toy's Holiday Gift Guide is ready for you! The Gift Guide contains great ideas for gift giving, as well as advice on play and playthings.
- Oct 16
- There's something for everyone in the year-end round-up of this year's 100 Best Children's Products and 10 Best Lists. Let's play!
- Sept 19 - Sept 21
- Dr. Toy attends TGIFCon (Toy & Game Industry Convention) in Orlando, Florida to support toy and game inventors; meets dozens in face to face guidance sessions one on one. Read local coverage in Orlando Sentinal.
- August 17
- Dr. Toy meets and greets visitors at Sacramento, California's G. Willikers Toy Emporium.
- July 25
- Dr. Toy will be a guest on World Talk Radio. The KidsDadsMoms.com interview airs live at 1-2 PM (PDT), 3-4 PM (CDT), then will be archived.
- July 20-July 22
- Dr. Toy is a featured speaker at the Discovery Toys® Annual Convention. Discovery Toys has garnered many Dr. Toy Awards over the years. Re-Discover all of them here.
- June 29-July 2
- Origins! Dr. Toy attends the Game Manufacturers Association annual show at the Columbus Ohio Convention Center. As always, Dr. Toy is looking for the best games to evaluate and recommend for the whole family, for the classroom, and for children with special needs. She will also be distributing copies of her Gift Guide. Let's all play more games!
- June 26, 2006
- Dr. Toy's Vacation Gift Guide - 2006 offers product and playtime tips for the summer months. Hot stuff!
- June 12, 2006
- Wherever you're spending the summer, Dr. Toy's Best Vacation Products - 2006 will provide your children with wonderful learning experiences that are incredibly fun!
- May 20-21, 2006
- Dr. Toy trades in hula hoop for hula skirt...attends New Baby Expo - 2006 in Honolulu, Hawaii...1 PM lectures on both dates.
- April 26, 2006
- Dr. Toy interviewed with Hong Kong Trade Council on toys, play, and future trends in children's products. Watch the web cast here.
- April 24, 2006
- Smart Toys - 2006. A selection of products to increase a child's PQ (Play Quotient). What's a Play Quotient? Learn about it in this article.
- April 19, 2006
- Dr. Toy's Best Classic Toys - 2006. Twenty one toys well worth remembering.
- April 6, 2006
- ThinkFun Joins with TV-Turnoff Network to Celebrate National TV-Turnoff Week
- March 30, 2006
- Smart Play, Smart Toy published in India by Sterling Publishers
- March 14, 2006
- New York Times Article.
- Featuring comments by Dr. Toy.
- February 16, 2006
- Christian Science Monitor article on Toy Fair 2006.
- Featuring comments by Dr. Toy.
- February 12, 2006 - February 15, 2006
- American International TOY FAIR® - 2006.
- Toy Fair is the largest toy trade show in the Western Hemisphere, so of course Dr. Toy will be in attendance.
- February 2, 2006 - February 7, 2006
- Spielwarenmesse International Toy Fair - 2006.
- The Spielwarenmesse International Toy Fair in Nuremberg, Germany is the world's biggest international toy fair. Dr. Toy attends each year to find the world's best toys and games.
- Read about the annual event here.
