Digital Issue 02/2025

The German Toy Association (BVS), the trade association for baby and children's outfitters and toy retailers, has chosen the winners of the “TOP 10 Baby & Child” 2025 competition, which we present in this issue. In our cover story, you can find out which product highlights are included in the “Joie Signature”. Further inspiration for your product range is provided by our three theme worlds Baby Mobile, Beautiful for summer and for school and nursery. We also look back at the Toy Fair New York and present the “Interlock Collection” from Engel in the design stories. Of course, we also present another favorite store - this time it's “Emma & Paul” from Hanover. Enjoy reading!

News

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With the many face parts from PlanToys “Buil a Face”, you can create the faces of friends and family members or your very own faces. © PlanToys

 
21/05/2025 – The challenges children face today

The challenges children face today

There is no health without mental health

According to the WHO, mental health has deteriorated worldwide since the pandemic. A Eurobarometer survey conducted in June 2023 revealed that 46% of ... By  Katja Keienburg
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20/01/2025 – Certification

Certification

Oeko-Tex: New Regulations 2025

The Oeko-Tex Association has released the updated testing criteria, limit values and guidelines for its certifications. The revised standards will take ... By  Sibylle Michel
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From the next issue, Toy & Edu China will now be called Toy & Hobby China. © Toy & Hobby China

 
15/01/2025 – Toy & Edu China

Toy & Edu China

Rebranding as Toy & Hobby China

Reflecting the Chinese toy market’s new emphasis on trendy, collectible toys – a segment that has seen big growth in recent years – the 37th Toy & Edu ... By  Katja Keienburg
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At Playtime Paris, the most important players in the industry will be present, as well as young talents that the team has scouted around the world. © Playtime Paris

 
02/12/2024 – Picaflor

Picaflor

Innovation and imagination at Playtime Paris

With a curated selection of 280 international brands, ranging from industry pioneers to emerging talents, Playtime Paris welcomes visitors from 25 to ... By  Katja Keienburg
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Babykid Spain + FIMI returns from January 22nd to 24th, 2025 at Feria Valencia. © BKSI+FIMI

 
26/11/2024 – Fiera Valencia

Fiera Valencia

Babykid Spain + FIMI new in Pavilion 7

The next Babykid Spain + FIMI will open its doors on Wednesday instead of Thursday. It will take place from 22 to 24 January 2025 in the renovated Pavilion ... By  Katja Keienburg
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The ‘Love the Nature’ footmuff from Kaiser is hand washable up to 30° C in a wool wash cycle or can be professionally cleaned. © Kaiser Naturfelle

 
25/11/2024 – Kaiser Naturfelle

Kaiser Naturfelle

Lambskin pram footmuff ‘Love the Nature’

Kaiser’s lambskin pram footmuff ‘Love the Nature’ is the perfect accessory for parents who want to keep their baby warm and cosily wrapped up in any weather. By  Katja Keienburg
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The organisers are planning a big party for the 15th Kids’ Time Expo in February 2025. © Kids’ Time

 
21/11/2024 – Targi Kielce

Targi Kielce

Anniversary edition of Kids’ Time

Three days packed with surprises, events and presentations of a wide range of products for children and parents; this is a nutshell presentation of the ... By  Katja Keienburg