Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined ABC 7 in Chicago to show off toys that teach kids about diversity, inclusion, and good citizenship. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best toys of the holiday season, be sure to check our complete Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide.
MEGA BLOKS GREEN TOWN BUILD & LEARN ECO HOUSE
Toddlers can use 89 building blocks to build a house, four characters, a rolling electric car, two rolling bicycles, a greenhouse with veggies, solar panels, and turning wind turbines. The packaging is made from recycled material.
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PLAYFOAM NATURALS
This 100% plant-based, nontoxic learning compound combines sensory play with sustainability. Kids can mold and shape this squishable compound for tactile play.
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ROCK THE BELLS DOLLS
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop with this assortment of iconic collectible dolls, each dressed in hip-hop inspired clothing and accessories.
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CARE BEARS 40TH ANNIVERSARY CARE-A-LOT BEAR
This collector's edition bear features multicolored plush with a silver shimmer effect, a shiny belly badge, and the 40th logo embroidered on its foot. Includes a certificate of authenticity.
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WILTOPIA ANIMAL CARE STATION
Kids can get hands-on with this animal clinic playset made with sustainable materials. The set comes packed with everything necessary to pretend to save rainforest animals, including three figures, medical supplies, and more.