For children on the autism spectrum, play provides important sensory input, which simply means engagement with their senses — sight, sound, smell, and touch (this includes balance and body awareness).

When Alexia Metz thinks back on the early years of parenting, she mostly remembers the stuff. “I was living in a small condo and had twins,” she said. “I felt like the walls were closing in on me.” ...

Playing is learning—the two activities go together like peanut butter and jelly. That’s why it’s important to equip your kids with the best educational toys for their downtime, whether it’s between ...

From Furbies, Hatchimals, and Tickle-Me Elmo to Tamagotchi digital pets, Cabbage Patch Kids, Baby Alive and even pet rocks, generations of kids have been drawn to toys that feed their need to “nurture ...

Don't be fooled by all those "educational" electronics in stores. What's best for your kids, pediatricians say, are old-fashioned toys that require you to actually interact with them. Play is ...

Get your kid the toy they want for the holidays this year — four in five parents confirmed that their child is happier, more social, and confident in themselves when they play with their favorite toy ...

Four-year-old girls and boys will love these unique toys and gifts, including educational gadgets, pretend sets and art kits.

Play Doh, Mr. Potato Head and Trolls have been named as the toys most likely to stand the test of time, according to new research. The study of 2,000 American parents examined the toys adults played ...