Toymag

Toys have come a long way since they were first introduced to children. But it’s also no secret that for a very long time, toys have perpetuated gender labels due to them being marketed as being either “for girls” or...

More toy makers are working towards reducing their carbon footprint to foster a greener future for future generations. In addition, sustainability has grown beyond a blinkered focus on the materials used on the production line, but also with regard to...

Do you remember what it was like reading your first storybook; the thrill of turning the page and not knowing what lay around the corner? To a child, books were gateways to imagination unbound and adventures in faraway lands. “Were”...

Birthdays are an annual affair, which typically only means one thing to kids - toys! We are so used to over-abundance that the idea of a mountain of presents waiting to be unwrapped is the norm, but maybe we should...

If there’s one thing children have little lack of (aside from energy), it’s imagination! Properly channelled, it is an amazing thing to behold – fantastic dreams brought to life with just a few toys. With Arckit, kids are able to...

Free play - play not led by an adult - is a fundamental requirement for a child’s development. When a child plays independently, it can improve their relationship with their environment and how they interact with the world. While internally,...

Choosing toys that both entertain and educate is essential for a child's development. For 6–9-year-olds, it's crucial to address physical activity, cognitive engagement, and creativity. Within this age band, kids tend to exhibit more social tendencies and display significant progress...

Little kids are like super-energetic explorers! Keeping them happy and active with sustainable toys can be quite challenging as we try to find the right balance between ‘fun’ and ‘educational’.  When choosing toys for 3 to 6-year-olds, it’s important to...

When babies start to giggle at their tiny footsteps, everything becomes exciting! They begin to explore new things using their senses. Toys that make sound, are colourful, and sensory-rich bring both joy and excitement to them.  To support their development,...

Toys form an important part of human history, especially for children. The use of toys dates back to ancient times, as supported by archaeological artefacts found in several ancient civilisations.In Asia, early toys were created for educational, entertainment, and cultural...

Play is essential for children in cultivating key developmental skills like creativity, problem-solving, cognitive, social, and critical thinking. Through play, children don’t just experience fun; they find the freedom of self-expression and exploration. Open-ended and closed-ended plays are two different...

Our love for toys extends well into adulthood, where most of us continue to choose toys for our kids based on their beautiful colours, patterns, and designs. However, as important (and natural) as it is to want to provide the...

Yes – plushies are cute and super-cuddly but it doesn’t stop there! There are actually dozens of benefits to be had when it comes to having plush toys for children. As a matter of fact, such toys actually play a...

As a parent, you want your child to learn and develop new skills through play. But with so many toy options out there, how do you know which ones are educational and fun?The key is finding age-appropriate toys that encourage...

Toys are not only meant for children’s entertainment but also for overall development. They teach children how to express their emotions and help develop cognitive, problem-solving, critical thinking, and other vital skills – all for happy, confident, and creative children....

Children are naturally curious, with play being their primary mode of exploration. STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) toys channel this curiosity into activities that both entertain and educate. Such toys also create an engaging learning environment where children can discover,...

Do you remember the joys of playing outside as a kid? Riding bikes, climbing trees, making mud pies – those were the days! Unfortunately, a growing number of today's children are missing out on such experiences. With screens and electronics...

We’ve all heard of instances where kids get bored with their new toys after only a couple days of play. Well, our open-ended toys are here to save the day!Unlike toys that quickly get relegated to the bottom of the...

Children at play is more than just a fun recreational activity – it’s a powerful tool in their development. Just as children interact with the world around them, educational toys play an important role in helping them hone their physical...