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Mattel Press and Simon & Schuster announced three children’s book series, with the first titles scheduled for summer 2027 and later releases.

The CPSC says Costway convertible high chairs pose entrapment and fall hazards and violate the mandatory high-chair standard.

The CPSC says BAMAMON LED projecting finger light toys pose a serious battery-ingestion hazard and violate a mandatory toy safety standard.

Alpha Group names Mix Licensing Group to expand Wiseblock collectibles in North America and seek U.S. gaming and entertainment licenses.

Miniso opened its first U.S. Miniso Land at Columbus’ Easton Town Center on Oct. 17, with more than 5,500 products and themed IP zones.

Falling birth rates and declining enrollment are affecting district, charter and private schools, with closures and service cuts reported in several cities.

The CPSC says Papablic convertible bedside sleepers pose entrapment, suffocation and fall risks and violate the mandatory play yard standard.

The Halloween & Costume Association has named eight consumer-voted finalists for the 2026 Fang Favorite award. The winner will be announced Jan. 11.

Former Toy Book editor Nadia Ramlakhan-Velit has released Chickie Chickie in the Garden, a 28-page picture book for readers ages 0 and up.

Gov. Andy Beshear says about 80,000 Kentuckians, including 24,655 children, have lost SNAP benefits after federal rule changes.

The Toy Association schedules 2027 Los Angeles preview markets for May 17–21 and Sept. 13–24, with two more Toy Building showroom floors planned.

Hunter Price says Toy Mania is growing year over year as it refreshes products and plans appearances at toy fairs in London and New York.

Indiana plans to launch a free, optional anonymous safety tip line for K-12 schools in January, with round-the-clock monitoring.

The $29.99 made-to-order collectible is available to preorder through Oct. 12, with part of proceeds supporting the Bundle of Joy Fund.

Pennsylvania libraries grew from fee-based subscription clubs into publicly supported institutions, shaped by philanthropy, state aid and ongoing access challenges.

Mattel named former Warner Bros. Discovery executive Catherine Wood general manager and global head of dolls, overseeing Barbie and other brands.

Online interest in “My baby 💜” is rising, but the available report does not identify what prompted the attention or confirm what the image shows.

The CPSC says The Conqueror is recalling Avengers medals because swallowed magnets can cause serious injury or death and the medals violate a mandatory standard.

Festive Fun with Peppa is scheduled to screen from Nov. 14 at more than 2,400 theaters worldwide, with seven episodes and four new songs.

Mattel’s $45 Barbie Signature doll recreates Serena Williams’ 2005 Australian Open look and supports a Florida nonprofit through a donation.

Proposed federal scholarship tax credit rules set a Feb. 15 deadline for states. An opinion essay urges states and philanthropy to prepare organizations, families and oversight.

People of Play plans a Star Wars-themed TAGIE Awards ceremony Nov. 6, with Ashley Eckstein hosting and toy and game industry honors presented.

Disney Store is offering five holiday plush toys and countdown calendars, with listed prices from $24.99 to $69.99 and age ratings from 0+ to 3+.

Target’s 2026 Bullseye’s Top Toys list features 50 picks, more than half exclusive to the retailer, alongside an expanded digital holiday catalog.

The BBC has announced returning children’s shows, including Judge Hacker, Deadly 60 series eight and Horrible Histories series 12.

A MadeForMums feature revisits 10 controversial children’s TV reboots, while stressing that fan backlash is not a measure of quality for young viewers.

Learn how infrared sauna blankets work, what the evidence says, how to use one safely, and how to compare replacement models without trusting hype.

Moose Toys has created a Consumer Products division and named licensing executive Robbie Prinzo SVP to lead its global out-licensed business.

M&S’s children’s Halloween range includes bat sweatshirts, baby outfits and glow-in-the-dark skeleton pyjamas, with prices starting at £6.

Chuck E. Cheese says Adventure World will expand to more than 20 cities, with six additional playgrounds planned this year and more in 2027.

Interest in Spin Master, Republic Records and Gabby’s Dollhouse is rising, but the reason for the spike has not been confirmed.

Online interest is surging in a reported full-length Sesame Street movie. What is confirmed, what is speculation, and what parents should know.

Search interest and media mentions of Patrick Clancy have spiked, with 86 mentions in recent window, indicating a notable increase in coverage worldwide.

Hong Kong’s 2026 IB exam results reveal 63 students scoring full marks. Experts discuss how to choose between DSE and IB, with recommended training options.

Friends and family of a missing Washington DC woman are desperately seeking her safe return amid growing concern and limited clues.

Chennai police reportedly tried to close a POCSO case involving a prominent mining magnate, raising questions about legal proceedings and justice.

Negotiations between Seattle teachers and district remain unresolved, raising the possibility of a strike and delaying the start of the school year.

Lindsay Clancy sentenced after pleading guilty to charges related to the death of her children, highlighting a tragic family incident in Massachusetts.

Alex Drummond humorously states she could write a dissertation on a specific parenting issue, highlighting her extensive experience as a parent.