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Video games have often been deemed an "escape" from daily life. However, some game developers in the industry have been saying that perhaps these games are not always a means of running from reality but, rather, dealing with it. ... 
Plug and Play video games continue to fly under the radar of more popular game consoles such as the Xbox and PlayStation 2. Plug and Play is an excellent introduction to the world of video games for children, and parents are certain to be pleased by the price – $20 will buy a specially designed joystick and as many as 10 video games.... 
It used to be that there was a time and place for video games: in the TV room, once homework was finished. Certainly those days are over, and a school recess where kids are playing football – on their handheld video game systems – is not uncommon.... |
ACTION FIGURES |
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Without a licensed tie-in to popular media, an action figure faces a challenge that is far more formidable than battling the forces of evil — the battle for the consumer’s dollar.... 
As the summer is the season of the blockbuster, and action figures precede blockbusters like thunder before rain, toy stores will be literally packed this spring with licensed figures from soon-to-be released feature films.... 
As summer nears, action figures are hitting store shelves.... |
TOY CANDY |
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Some retailers have been taking notice of a trend among novelty candy manufacturers to address consumer desires for healthier sweet treats.... 
Is it play time or is it snack time? It’s becoming hard to tell. Two favorite pastimes, cooking and crafting, have collided, resulting in the development of the edible-craft kit.... |
TRAVEL TOYS |
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Sick of playing car bingo? Mini-mysteries offer a challenging diversion to keep families occupied while on the road.... 
Travel games turn boring journeys into fun adventures.... 
The following travel toys occupy kids so the driving can be left up to the parents, without causing too severe of a distraction.... |
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TDMONTHLY POPULAR STORIES |
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“Low-tech” learning toys have been gaining popularity in a key demographic.... 
Knitting provides a world of possibilities for retailers and consumers. There is no end in sight to the popular appeal of wooly, fuzzy, glamorous and practical things that a girl – or a guy – can create.... |
TDMONTHLY TOY BUZZ |
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RETAILING TIPS |
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RETAILER SPOTLIGHT |
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TDMONTHLY MOM´S PERSPECTIVE |
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TRADE SHOWS |
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TDMONTHLY TOP-10 MOST-WANTED LISTS |
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This summer is chock-full of potential blockbusters with action figure tie-ins.... 
Children can pick up one of these activities and enjoy a stimulating escape en route to a destination. ... 
With summer trips planned and just around the corner, retailers would do well to stock up on the following portable games in preparation for excited travelers.... 
