Round this time yearly for the previous few years, I would be home feeling so exhausted having been chargeable for placing collectively an enormous sales space on the present, standing round all day assembly with prospects, publicists, distributors, gross sales reps, and attending after hour occasions and dinner conferences. And at last on the final day, dismantling the sales space and packing up all of the toys and every part that wanted to return to the workplace.
However this yr was completely different. This time, I used to be on the opposite aspect attending the present somewhat than exhibiting, so I got here home feeling extra exhilarated. Though I at all times had the prospect to stroll the present sooner or later through the occasion, this yr was a distinct expertise for me. I used to be capable of stroll the present with contemporary eyes and a distinct perspective…scouring the present for brand spanking new and modern products and scorching new toys, and revisiting nice manufacturers which have lasted for years.
I noticed how fulfilling it was to be part of an trade that yearly comes up with unbelievable products that not solely provides youngsters the chance for enjoyable and play, but additionally has training worth and promotes optimistic social, psychological, bodily, psychological expertise that may final them a lifetime.
On this article, I assumed I might share with you toys that have been awarded by the Toy Trade Affiliation, and traits that have been unveiled by trade consultants.
Yearly, the Toy Trade Affiliation (TIA) holds its annual Toy of the 12 months (TOTY) awards throughout Toy Truthful. These have been the winners.
Toy of the 12 months: LeapFrog Enterprises LeapPad Explorer
Exercise Toy of the 12 months- LEGO NINJAGO Hearth Temple by LEGO Techniques
Boy Toy of the 12 months – Sizzling Wheels Wall Tracks by Mattel
Instructional Toy of the 12 months – LeapPad Explorer by LeapFrog Enterprises
Game of the 12 months – Indignant Birds Knock On Wooden Game by Mattel
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