The Strong museum announces the 2022 National Toy Hall of Fame finalists! Visit https://t.co/ag16nScOry to learn more and vote for your favorite! pic.twitter.com/8PGdUhe20Q
— The Strong Museum (@museumofplay) September 14, 2022
The best Toy:
Toys Galore:
NERF Challenge World Premiere
ShareLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 5: Sharla May of Our Fire attends the NERF Challenge World Premiere at L.A. Live Event Deck on December 5, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. NERF Challenge is a touring live stage and fan experience that brings the action and competitive fun of the NERF brand to life, and will travel across select US and Canada markets in 2020 following its Los Angeles run. (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/Getty Images for Kilburn Live)
NERF Challenge World Premiere
ShareLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 5: A general view of atmosphere is seen at the NERF Challenge World Premiere at L.A. Live Event Deck on December 5, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. NERF Challenge is a touring live stage and fan experience that brings the action and competitive fun of the NERF brand to life, and will travel across select US and Canada markets in 2020 following its Los Angeles run. (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/Getty Images for Kilburn Live)
NERF Challenge World Premiere
ShareLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 5: A general view of atmosphere is seen at the NERF Challenge World Premiere at L.A. Live Event Deck on December 5, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. NERF Challenge is a touring live stage and fan experience that brings the action and competitive fun of the NERF brand to life, and will travel across select US and Canada markets in 2020 following its Los Angeles run. (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/Getty Images for Kilburn Live)
Christmas Starts In June At Hamleys
ShareLONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 26: A K'nex 'Son of Serpent Coaster' is displayed in the Hamley's toy shop on June 26, 2014 in London, England. The model theme park ride, which retails for 800 GBP, is included in Hamleys' predictions for the top selling toys for Christmas 2014. (Photo by Rob Stothard/Getty Images)
Christmas Starts In June At Hamleys
ShareLONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 26: Tristan Robertson-Jeyes, aged 3, plays with a 'Teksta T-Rex' toy dinosaur outside Hamley's toy shop on June 26, 2014 in London, England. The toy dinosaur, which retails for 75 GBP, is included in Hamleys' predictions for the top selling toys for Christmas 2014. (Photo by Rob Stothard/Getty Images)
Stores Reopen In Berlin As Coronavirus Lockdown Eases
ShareBERLIN, GERMANY - APRIL 22: Rihan, 5, and his farther Erdem shop in a toy store that was opening for the first time since March, during the novel coronavirus crisis on April 22, 2020 in Berlin, Germany. Small to midsized-shops are opening across Germany this week as state authorities follow a recommendation by the federal government to ease restrictions imposed in March meant to slow the spread of the coronavirus (Covid-19). Some schools are also planning to reopen soon, as are museums and hair salons in coming weeks. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images)
Latest Toy Craze Fidget Spinners, Wildly Popular With Kids
ShareNEW YORK, NY - MAY 5: Fidget spinners sit in a box for sale at a toy shop, May 5, 2017 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. Fidget spinners have become the latest toy sensation and some schools have banned them because they've become a distraction. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)
Hamleys Make Their Christmas 2015 Toy Predictions
ShareLONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 25: Ella, 5, plays with a 'My Friend Freddy' bear at Hamleys on June 25, 2015 in London, England. The talking bear, which connects to iOS and Android devices, sells for £40. The Hamleys toy shop have made their predictions for the top selling toys for Christmas 2015. (Photo by Rob Stothard/Getty Images)
Hamleys Make Their Christmas 2015 Toy Predictions
ShareLONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 25: Teddy, 4, and Miraan Jawed, 5, play with a 'LeapPad Platinum' tablet at Hamleys on June 25, 2015 in London, England. The 7 inch Wi-Fi tablet features front and back cameras, a music player and sells for £120. The Hamleys toy shop have made their predictions for the top selling toys for Christmas 2015. (Photo by Rob Stothard/Getty Images)
Christmas Starts In June At Hamleys
ShareLONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 26: Sam plays with a 'BOOMco Rapid Madness' in Hamley's toy shop on June 26, 2014 in London, England. The dart blaster toy, which retails for 65 GBP, is included in Hamleys' predictions for the top selling toys for Christmas 2014. (Photo by Rob Stothard/Getty Images)
The Toy Fair
ShareThe Toy Fair
ShareLONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 25: Angry Birds plush toys on display at the Toy Fair 2011 at Olympia Exhibition Centre on January 25, 2011 in London, England. (Photo by Tim Whitby/Getty Images)
British Shoppers Prepare For Christmas
ShareLONDON - DECEMBER 2: Children look at toys inside of Hamley's Toy Store December 2, 2003 in London, England. A survey has found that a third of British Christmas shoppers will spend more this festive season than last year, with each person intending to spend an average of £300 on presents. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)
Hasbro Posts 62% Profit Rise In Third Quarter
ShareCHICAGO - OCTOBER 22: Monopoly games made by Parker Brothers, a subsidiary of Hasbro, are offered for sale at a Toys R Us store October 22, 2007 in Chicago, Illinois. Hasbro today reported a 62 percent rise in quarterly profit. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Black Friday Shopping Begins On Thanksgiving Evening
ShareNEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 27: A boy looks at a toy at the Toys R Us in Times Square on November 27, 2014 in New York, United States. Black Friday sales, which now begin on the Thursday of Thanksgiving, continue to draw shoppers out for deals and sales. (Photo by Andrew Burton/Getty Images)
Army Dolls Launched To Promote Army Careers To Children
ShareLONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 06: A Royal Marine Commando "H.M. Armed Forces" action figure on display at the launch of the new toys at RAF Northolt on May 6, 2009 in London, England. The new action figures, representing the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force, have been developed with the Armed Forces to the greatest authenticity. (Photo by Oli Scarff/Getty Images)
Army Dolls Launched To Promote Army Careers To Children
ShareLONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 06: A general view of a group of "H.M. Armed Forces" action figures on display at the launch of the new toys at RAF Northolt on May 6, 2009 in London, England. The new action figures, representing the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force, have been developed with the Armed Forces to the greatest authenticity. (Photo by Oli Scarff/Getty Images)
Safety Commission Announces Major Toy Recall
ShareBETHESDA, MD - AUGUST 14: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of millions of toys manufactured by Mattel Inc., including these Batman action figure sets, at their headquarters August 14, 2007 in Bethesda, Maryland. According to the commission, these Batman figures have small, powerful magnets inside the toys' accessories that can fall out. If more than one magnet is swallowed they can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal. The commission is asking consumers to immediately take the toys away from children and contact Mattel. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Next Week’s Premiere Of New Star Wars Film Eagerly Awaited
ShareNEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 11: Toys from "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" are sold in the Toys R Us in Times Square on December 11, 2015 in New York City. Disney acquired Lucasfilm studios and the rights to the Star Wars franchise in 2013 for $4 billion. The film premieres next week on December 18, 2015. (Photo by Andrew Burton/Getty Images)
Army Dolls Launched To Promote Army Careers To Children
ShareLONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 06: A Royal Marine Commando holds his equivalent "H.M. Armed Forces" action figure at the launch of the new toys at RAF Northolt on May 6, 2009 in London, England. The new action figures, representing the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force, have been developed with the Armed Forces to the greatest authenticity. (Photo by Oli Scarff/Getty Images)
Secret Headquarters Premiere
ShareNEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 08: A display of action figures at the Paramount+ 'Secret Headquarters' premiere at Signature Theater on August 08, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Paramount+)
“The Lego Batman Movie” New York Screening
ShareNEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 09: Action Figures and Statues of "The Lego Batman Movie" on display for the New York Screening at AMC Loews Lincoln Square 13 on February 9, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images)
Toy Company Displays Action Figure Of U.S. President George W. Bush
ShareUNDATED: In this handout photo from Blue Box Toys, the new Elite Force Aviator Action Figure of U.S. President George W. Bush is shown. Bush is wearing the naval aviator flight uniform he wore when he landed on the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln May 1, 2003 to declare an end to major combat in Iraq. Exacting in detail and fully equipped with authentic gear, the figure features a fully detailed cloth flight suit, helmet with oxygen mask, survival vest, g-pants and a parachute harness. (Photo by Blue Box Toys/Getty Images)
Star Wars Toys Hit Store Shelves Months Ahead Of Movie Release
ShareMIAMI, FL - SEPTEMBER 04: Star Wars action figures are seen for sale at a Target store on September 4, 2015 in Miami, Florida. The merchandise is on sale ahead of the December release of the "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" movie. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
Playmobil 40th Anniversary Nears
ShareDIETENHOFEN, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 12: Workers pack toy boxes at the playmobil toy factory on November 12, 2013 in Dietenhofen, Germany. The first Playmobil figures were developed by cabinetmaker Hans Beck in the early 1970's and the first Playmobil lineup launched in 1974 by toy manufacturer geobra Brandstaetter. Playmobil, known for its plastic toy action sets of knights, pirates, farmers, firemen, police and Native Americans, will mark its 40th anniversary in 2014. (Photo by Timm Schamberger/Getty Images)
Costume Enthusiasts Gather For Cosplay Competition
ShareSURABAYA, INDONESIA - JULY 21: A boy look at super heroes toys in Toys Fair and Cosplay Competition at Grand City Mall on July 21, 2013 in Surabaya, Indonesia. Cosplayers put on unusual make-up, dress in home-made costumes and act out classic scenes from the super hero cartoons or games. (Photo by Robertus Pudyanto/Getty Images)
50th Birthday Party For Mr. Potato Head
Share400596 01: Classic Mr. Potato Heads are displayed February 5, 2002 at a 50th birthday party for the popular childrens toy at Hasbros showroom in New York City. Created in 1952, Mr. Potato Head was the first ever toy advertised on television. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)
Game Maker Hasbro Beats Earning Expectations, As People Staying Home During Pandemic Helps Increase Sales
ShareSAN ANSELMO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 08: In this photo illustration, Hasbro board games are displayed on February 08, 2021 in San Anselmo, California. Hasbro reported better than expected fourth quarter earnings with net income of $105.2 million, or 76 cents a share, compared to $95.5 million, or 69 cents a share, one year ago. (Photo Illustration by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
Game Maker Hasbro Beats Earning Expectations, As People Staying Home During Pandemic Helps Increase Sales
ShareSAN ANSELMO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 08: In this photo illustration, Hasbro board games are displayed on February 08, 2021 in San Anselmo, California. Hasbro reported better than expected fourth quarter earnings with net income of $105.2 million, or 76 cents a share, compared to $95.5 million, or 69 cents a share, one year ago. (Photo Illustration by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
Game Maker Hasbro Beats Earning Expectations, As People Staying Home During Pandemic Helps Increase Sales
ShareSAN ANSELMO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 08: In this photo illustration, Hasbro board games are displayed on February 08, 2021 in San Anselmo, California. Hasbro reported better than expected fourth quarter earnings with net income of $105.2 million, or 76 cents a share, compared to $95.5 million, or 69 cents a share, one year ago. (Photo Illustration by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
29th Techno-Classica Essen
ShareESSEN, GERMANY - APRIL 05: A detailed view of toy or model cars and vans including during the The 29th Techno-Classica Essen run by SIHA Salons Automobiles and held at Messe Essen on April 5, 2017 in Essen, Germany. The Techno-Classica Essen or Essen Classic Car Show 2017 will host a variety of top-restorers, supplying enterprises, suppliers of car literature, spare part dealers, accessories sellers, clock- and technology dealers, artists and art dealers, publishers, and not at least model car suppliers. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)
Power-Con 2019
ShareANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 18: Vintage He-Man masks on display during Power-Con 2019 at Hilton Anaheim on August 18, 2019 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Angela Papuga/Getty Images)
Power-Con 2019
ShareANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 18: Vintage He-Man masks on display during Power-Con 2019 at Hilton Anaheim on August 18, 2019 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Angela Papuga/Getty Images)