Toys n Playthings November 2021

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WHAT’S N CreArt grows up Ravensburger 01869 363800 www.ravensburger.co.uk Building on the success of its painting by numbers range CreArt, which launched earlier this year, Ravensburger has introduced four new designs into the children’s range for A/W: Pawesome Polar Bear with glitter, Delightful Deer with glittering gems, Festive Friends with glitter and Koala Cuties. In response to demand as interest in adult painting by numbers continue to rise, later this year Ravensburger is launching a range of high-quality sets suitable for adults. Six designs will kick off the range with some colourful animal designs including Funky Zebra, Funky Elephant and Funky Giraffe.

Pop up and play MV Sports & Leisure 0121 7488 000 www.mvsports.com The new Barbie Pop Up Camper Van Tent and Thomas Deluxe Pop Up Tent are described by supplier MV Sports & Leisure as ‘the perfect pop-up tents for children as they start to explore imaginative play and independence’. Suitable for kids aged three-plus, the products are decorated with character graphics, and come complete with realistic camper van and train shapes for any fan to immerse themselves in play. With a closed top and integrated floor, durable polyester and PVC materials, as well as water and UVresistance, play can continue come rain or shine, inside or outside. Easy to assemble, each tent is a one-piece design which simply unfolds and pops up.

Hornby builds on steampunk trend Hornby www.hornby.com 01843 233512 BrickPunk is a range of seven SteamPunkthemed brick construction kits, which include between 121 and 563 pieces. Each kit includes a figure to fit in with the model theme. The range also features horses, a tractor, steam walker, tank, glider and airship. These are ideal Christmas stocking fillers and gifts, not only for children but for adults too! Hornby said: ‘SteamPunk is a world of war between empires and those eco warriors that despise them. During this never-ending fight for justice, we invite you to help our owner of the best tea construct steam machines deliver some of his best tea crop across the world.’

Imagination stations Wilton Bradley 01626 835400 www.wiltonbradley.com The Water Wall is a must-have for households with imaginative toddlers. Teaching kids about gravity, angles and water flow, this wall is packed with limitless combinations for them to enjoy a different creation every time they move the pieces. With a multitude of modular accessories included, kids can have fun creating their own water flows and seeing their problem-solving skills come to life as they pour water from the top. This weather-resistant Water Wall can be used outdoors or indoors thanks to the included bucket, which catches the water when it reaches the bottom. The Playhouse range, meanwhile, is made from wood, so the products blend perfectly into the garden. As a Gold Award winner in the Toy Shop UK Independent Toy Awards, Playhouse provides kids with the tools necessary to develop exceptional cognitive skills and co-ordination - from outdoor games to indoor kitchens, work benches and more.


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Don’t Miss - a sneak peek at unmissable products for buyers

4min
pages 67-68

Toys For Adults - a review of products with cross generational appeal

11min
pages 64-66

Licensing Spotlight - check out what’s trending in this dynamic sector

12min
pages 60-63

Q1 Ranges - a round-up of releases planned for the New Year

18min
pages 46-55

Retail Interview - with Alan Simpson, founder and executive chairman of SMF Toytown

11min
pages 42-45

BLE Preview - all you need to know about this year’s event

8min
pages 58-59

Indie Opinion - Diary of a Toy Shop by Amanda Alexander, owner of Giddy Goat Toys in Didsbury

4min
page 57

Trade Talk - suppliers share advice for retailers in light of shortages and price rises

8min
pages 30-31

Consumer Insight - The Insights Family shares three key play and retail trends

5min
page 18

Cover Story - with Andy Griffin, marketing manager of Reydon Sports

5min
pages 28-29

What’s New - fresh launches that you need to get your hands on

6min
pages 26-27

Indie Opinion - Diary of a Toy Shop by Hazel McCarthy, owner of Toy Corner in Galway

5min
pages 24-25

Retail Opinion - John Ryan explores the role of the showroom model for toy retail

3min
page 19

TnP Ambassadors - our tiny testers put two Winning Moves products through their paces

3min
pages 20-21

News Special - the return of Toys“R’’Us. TnP talks to Dr Louis Mittoni, CEO and MD of Toys“R”Us ANZ, about plans to return to the UK in 2022

6min
pages 16-17

Media News - the multimedia rundown

4min
page 14

People News - all the movers and shakers

3min
page 12

News - the latest toy industry headlines

8min
pages 6-8

Licensing News – what’s hot in licensed products

3min
page 13

Trends Column - the U.S. Toy Association highlights toys that appeal to the ‘inner child’ in everyone

4min
page 9

Retail News - what’s happening across the retail landscape

7min
pages 10-11

Media Analysis - Generation Media outlines the importance of a sound ecommerce strategy

3min
page 15

Leader - with Clare Turner

3min
page 5
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