This year, summer runs from June 20 through Sept. 22. That’s “actual summer.” But “practical summer,” in my mind, runs from ...

Founded in 1948 by Charles Lazarus, The Toys "R" Us name made its debut in 1957. Operates over 1,500 stores in 35 countries and jurisdictions around the world under the Toys "R" Us, Babies "R" Us ...

At school, they're starting to learn about phonics and arithmetic, so they need more than shape-sorting toys and picture books to be impressed. The best gifts challenge their growing physical and ...

Children were in awe of their toys 100 years ago. It was a time of colorful simplicity. Toys didn’t need batteries, flashing lights, electronics or a wall outlet to grab a child’s attention. Instead, ...

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