Saturday, November 04, 2017

Nickelodeon Iberia To Premiere 'Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library' On Friday 24th November 2017

NICKELODEON IBERIA PREMIERES ESCAPE FROM MR. LEMONCELLO’S LIBRARY,

ORIGINAL TV MOVIE BASED ON BEST-SELLING BOOK,

FRIDAY 24TH NOVEMBER 2017



Nickelodeon Iberia will premiere Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library, a new original TV movie based on author Chris Grabenstein’s acclaimed children’s book of the same name, on Friday 24th November 2017 at 19:00 Nickelodeon Portugal and at 20:00 on Nickelodeon Spain (España). Nickelodeon stars Casey Simpson (Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn/Nicky, Ricky, Dicky, y Dawn (ES)) and Breanna Yde (Nickelodeon’s School of Rock/Escola de Rock (PT)/Escuela de Rock (ES)) join Russell Roberts (The Twilight Saga: New Moon) and newcomers AJ Rivera and Klarke Pipkin in the fantastical adventure about a group of friends whose overnight stay in their town’s new high-tech library turns into a daring, dangerous adventure of escape. The book, originally published in 2013 by Random House Children’s Books, boasts a 109-week run on the New York Times Best-Seller list. Both the book and the Nickelodeon Original Movie is locally titled Escapa de la Biblioteca del Sr. Lemoncello in Spain.


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World-renowned gamemaker Luigi Lemoncello (Russell Roberts) has built his latest creation--a new state-of-the-art library filled with whimsical and eccentric rooms, where hardcover books fly kids to shelves in the sky, and massive doors open into fantastical worlds. Kyle Keeley, Lemoncello’s biggest fan, is chosen to be one of the first to experience the fun, along with his best friend Akimi, a bookworm named Sierra (Klarke Pipkin), a goofball named Andrew Peckleman (A.J. Luis Rivera Jr.), his rival Charles Chiltington (Ty Nicolas Consiglio), and others. The kids must use their wits to complete riddles and collect clues that lead them out of this unique playground of imagination. When excitement turns to jeopardy, this world of wonder begins to spiral out of control as literary characters run amok and chaos ensues. It’s up to the kids to make everything right again or else they won’t be the only ones escaping.


Nickelodeon’s original TV movies are a key part of the network’s content mix, creating vehicles for Nickelodeon’s stars to be seen in new and different roles and stories. Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library joins Nickelodeon’s original TV movie slate, which includes three upcoming original TV movies--Hey Arnold!: The Jungle Movie and Tiny Christmas, both set to premiere this fall and Blurt starring Henry Danger’s Jace Norman and internet sensation JoJo Siwa, scheduled to air early 2018.



Join in on the adventure by visiting Nickelodeon España's official Escapa de la Biblioteca del Sr. Lemoncello page on nick.es, and by following Nickelodeon Iberia on Instagram (ES/PT), Facebook (ES/PT), and Twitter (ES/PT) for movie updates and sneak peeks.

Chris Grabenstein’s novels with Random House Children’s Books have more than one million copies in print and hundreds of weeks combined on the New York Times bestseller list. Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library has spent over 100 weeks on the bestseller list, received nominations for 42 state award lists, and is published in 19 countries and in 19 languages throughout the world. Grabenstein's additional middle-grade novels include Mr. Lemoncello’s Library Olympics, The Island of Dr. Libris, Welcome to Wonderland: Home Sweet Motel, and Welcome to Wonderland: Beach Party Surf Monkey. Grabenstein's third Lemoncello Book, Lemoncello’s Great Library Race, was published on Oct. 10.

Jim Head, Scott McAboy and Michael Sammaciccia serve as executive producers. Amy Sydorick serves as producer. The TV movie is written by Brian Jarvis & Jim Freeman and Alex Reid, and was directed by Scott McAboy (Splitting Adam/A Divisão do Adam (PT)/Clonando a Adam (ES)).

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 38th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 90 million households and has been the number-one-rated kids’ basic cable network for 22 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA,VIAB).

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 38th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 90 million households and has been the number-one-rated kids’ basic cable network for 22 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA,VIAB).

Original source: Nickelodeon Xtra; Additional source: Casa del Libro.
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Daniella Perkins Dishes On Her New Nickelodeon Show 'Knight Squad'

Nickelodeon star Daniella Perkins recently joined J-14 Magazine for a live chat about her upcoming brand-new Nickelodeon comedy series, Knight Squad! Check out Daniella's fantastic interview below!:



Knight Squad is set at a magical school for knights in training, where two mismatched students form an unlikely alliance to protect each other’s secret and pursue their dreams.

The series will star Owen Joyner (100 Things To Do Before High School) as “Arc,” Daniella Perkins (Legendary Dudas, Inside Voice) as “Ciara,” Amarr M. Wooten (American Housewife) as “Warwick,” Lexi DiBenedetto (Modern Family) as “Prudence,” Lilimar (Bella and the Bulldogs) as “Sage” and Kelly Perine (Santa Hunters) as “Sir Gareth.


Picked up for an initial 20 episodes, Knight Squad is created and executive produced by Sean Cunningham and Marc Dworkin, executive producers of The Thundermans, and being produced by Liv and Maddie producers John D. Beck and Ron Hart. Knight Squad is slated to premiere in March 2018 on Nickelodeon USA.

Daniella is also set to attend the Nickelodeon HALO Awards 2017 along with her Knight Squad co-star Owen Joyner later this month.

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'SpongeBob SquarePants - The Broadway Musical' Star Lilli Cooper Is Broadway.com's Next Vlogger

Get ready to visit a pineapple under the sea with SpongeBob SquarePants' Sandy Cheeks herself, Lilli Cooper! The talented stage star is leading Broadway.com's new vlog, Getting Cheeky, which launched October 31!


The vlog follows the talented Cooper and her co-stars in rehearsal, backstage and onstage at the Palace Theatre where the highly anticipated new musical begins performances on November 6. Based on Nickelodeon's beloved animated series, SpongeBob SquarePants features original songs by hitmakers including Sara Bareilles, The Flaming Lips, John Legend, Cyndi Lauper, Panic! at the Disco, and the late David Bowie.

Cooper has been seen on Broadway in Spring Awakening as Martha and in Wicked as Elphaba, a role she also played on the show's national tour. Cooper's off-Broadway credits include the debut production of Spring Awakening as well as The Threepenny Opera; Tick, Tick...Boom! and Sundown, Yellow Moon.

Tune in and watch Cooper take you behind the scenes at the show that is bound to surprise and delight. Getting Cheeky will run every Tuesday for eight weeks!

Episode 1: Getting Cheeky: Backstage at SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS with Lilli Cooper:



In her inaugural episode, SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS' Lilli Cooper shows us around backstage at the Palace Theatre, introduces her adorable dog, shows off her pipes and more!

Get a Sneak Peek of the New Broadway Musical SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS in Rehearsal



Watch Splashy Performance Clips from the SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Rehearsal Room




Bikini Bottom is coming to Broadway in Nickelodeon's brand-new SpongeBob SquarePants musical!

SpongeBob SquarePants places the characters of the hit Nickelodeon cartoon series in an original story set in Bikini Bottom, where the stakes are higher than ever before, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world! Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage!


The show features a book by Kyle Jarrow and a score arranged by Tom Kitt, featuring original songs from a plethora of recording artists, including Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Sara Bareilles, Panic! At the Disco, and the late David Bowie.

Reprising their roles from the musical’s 2016 world premiere in Chicago are Ethan Slater as SpongeBob, Gavin Lee as Squidward Q. Tentacles, Lilli Cooper as Sandy Cheeks, and Danny Skinner as Patrick Star. They will be joined by stage and TV favorite Wesley Taylor as the maniacal-yet-microscopic Sheldon Plankton and Brian Ray Norris in his Broadway debut as Krusty Krab owner Eugene Krabs.


Rounding out the cast are ensemble members Gaelen Gilliland, Juliane Godfrey, Kyle Matthew Hamilton, Curtis Holbrook, Stephanie Hsu, Jesse JP Johnson, L’ogan J’ones, Jai’len Josey, Kelvin Moon Loh, Lauralyn McClelland, Vasthy Mompoint, Oneika Phillips, Jon Rua, JC Schuster, Abby C. Smith, Robert Taylor Jr., Allan Washington, Brynn Williams, and Matt Wood.

Acclaimed Steppenwolf director Tina Landau and the groundbreaking designers behind Fun Home, Hedwig, and Spring Awakening have brilliantly reimagined Bikini Bottom for the Broadway stage, bringing the spirit of SpongeBob to life with humanity, heart, and pure theatricality. With an original score from some of the biggest names in pop and rock, SpongeBob SquarePants explodes with energy.

SpongeBob SquarePants will begin Broadway previews Monday, November 6th at the Palace Theatre on New York City's prestigious Broadway, before officially opening on Monday, December 4th.

To purchase tickets the SpongeBob SquarePants Broadway musical, visit SpongeBobBroadway.com, Ticketmaster.com or call 877-250-2929.

Full information about the The SpongeBob Musical can be found on the productions official website, thespongebobmusical.com! #SpongeBobBway.

SpongeBob SquarePants - The New Musical Original Cast Recording is available to purchase today at https://spongebobmusical.lnk.to/SpongebobMusicalRecording.

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Original source: Boise Weekly.
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Nickelodeon UK To Premiere 'Henry Danger' Special 'Live & Dangerous' On Monday 20th November 2017

Captain Man has been keeping his secret identity a secret for years, but two pairs of underwear could change EVERYTHING in the brand-new hour-long Henry Danger special "Live & Dangerous", premiering Monday 20th November 2017 at 5:00pm on Nickelodeon UK & Ireland!


In the first part of the all-new Henry Danger special "Live & Dangerous" (#319), Captain Man (Cooper Barnes) and Kid Danger (Jace Norman) are invited by famous Internet celebrity Frankini (special guest star Frankie Grande) to attend his Saturday Night Party, but when they arrive, they discover the party is not what it appeared to be!



Then, in "Live & Dangerous, Part 2" (#320), when Frankini announces his plan to unmask Kid Danger and Captain Man, Charlotte (Riele Downs), Schwoz (Michael D. Cohen), Jasper (Sean Ryan Fox) and Piper (Ella Anderson) must snap into action to stop him! Holy Ravioli! Guest starring Zoran Korach, who reprises his role as Goomer from Sam & Cat.

Original source: Digiguide.
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Nickelodeon UK To Premiere 'Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn' Special 'Wonderful Wizard Of Quads' On Monday 27th November 2017

Nickelodeon UK & Ireland will premiere the hour-long third season finale of Nickelodeon's popular live-action comedy series Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn, titled “Wonderful Wizard of Quads”, on Monday 27th November 2017 at 5:00pm!


In the brand-new one-hour Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn special "Wonderful Wizard of Quads", when the Quads hometown celebrity, Ericka Knightly (played by Tia Mowry-Hardrict, Instant Mom, Sister, Sister) returns to Boulder, Colo. to direct the local production of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Nicky, Ricky, Dicky and Dawn know these are the roles they were born to play. But when Dawn surprisingly does not get the part of Dorothy, she goes on a mission to prove that she deserves the part over theater diva, Rose Dirken (played by Jade Pettyjohn, School of Rock, Rufus 2)!



The special will also guest star three-time Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas, who will play Twisty, the head of the Gold Medal Girls who resides in the land of the munchkins.

Following the debut of “Wonderful Wizard of Quads”, Nick UK & Eire will encore the all-new NRDD special the same evening at 7:00pm.

Currently in its third season, Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn follows the hysterical adventures of Nicky (Aidan Gallagher), Ricky (Casey Simpson), Dicky (Mace Coronel) & Dawn (Lizzy Greene), four 13-year-old quadruplets who don’t have much in common, except their birthday, as they find themselves in situations everyday kids experience, but multiplied by four! A fourth season of Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn was recently greenlit.


Online at nick.co.uk/nrdd and the Nick Play app, viewers can find out more about the series, as well as watch videos from the show, play games, take quizzes, view photos, and take part in Nick's quad-tastic NRDD poll.

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Chuckie Finster Conquers his Fear of Slides | Rugrats | NickSplat

Chuckie Finster shows he's a "big brave dog" by going down the slide!



Clip from Rugrats episode "The Slide".

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Watch all your '90s Nickelodeon favorites on NickSplat, your late-night destination for your favorite childhood Nickelodeon cartoons and live-action shows! NickSplat doesn't question football-shaped heads, but embrace them - along with Reptar bars, a Big Ear of Corn, orange soda, and even slime for Pete (and Pete's) sake. Make your slime-covered Nickelodeon childhood dreams come true every night, only on TeenNick USA! #NickSplat!

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Nick Cannon Hosts the HALO Awards Thanksgiving Weekend | 2017 HALO Awards | Nickelodeon

Get ready for a must-see concert event that celebrates all the ways you make the world a better place! It’s your ultimate playlist come to life - with performances by Kelly Clarkson, Jacob Sartorius, Kelsea Ballerini, Why Don't We, Hey Violet, and Ayo & Teo. Don’t miss the 2017 HALO Awards, hosted by Nick Cannon, Sunday November 26th 7p/6c on Nickelodeon USA!



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Regal Academy | Ep. 7 - The Pea Princess' Granddaughter (Clip 2)

Are you ready for lots of new, fairy tale adventures, missions… and shoes, of course? Then join Rose and her friends for another, incredible journey on the Fairy Tale Land in Regal Academy season two, Sundays at 1:30pm (ET/PT) from Sunday, November 5th, only on Nick Jr. USA! Pumpkins away!



Connect with Regal Academy online:

Official Site: www.regalacademy.com
YouTube: www.youtube.com/RegalAcademyEN
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RegalAcademyTV
Instagram: www.instagram.com/regalacademy

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‘Indie Songs Make Autumn Great’ Lyric Music Video w/ SpongeBob, Henry Danger, NRDD & More | Nickelodeon

Cold weather got you down? Don't worry! Join Nick as they sing about all the fun things you can do this time of year! Apple Picking, Pumpkin Spice, Banjo Breaks?! Autumn's awesome! And catch more SpongeBob SquarePants, The Loud House, Game Shakers, The Thundermans, Nicky, Ricky, Dicky and Dawn, Henry Danger, Welcome to the Wayne, School of Rock, Mysticons, and Alvinnn! and the Chipmunks on Nickelodeon!



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How to Make an Apple Updo Style Files Hair Tutorial | Sunny Day | Nick Jr.

Let’s take another look inside Sunny Day’s Style Files! Learn how to make an adorable apple updo in this DIY hair tutorial walkthrough! With a little help, your kids can look just like Sunny from the animated cartoon series, Sunny Day! To get started, you’ll need a brush, a teasing comb, hairspray, hair elastics, hairpins, pipe cleaners, some ribbon, red hairspray, and paper towels. Then, for tips and pointers, follow along with Sunny’s hairstyling instructions to create this awesome new look that’s perfect for this time of year! Just wait — your little ones will be the most adorable apples in the apple orchard. To find more Sunny Day videos, games, and a collection of kids' songs, visit the FREE Nick Jr. App or go to NickJr.com.



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Watch Sunny Day weekdays on Nickelodeon: http://nickjr.com/tvschedule/

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Preschoolers can watch full episodes online, play games, and discover silly surprises in the free Nick Jr. App and at NickJr.com: iTunes | Google Play | Amazon.

Stream Nick Jr. for free in the Nick Jr. App on Roku and Apple TV or download full episodes for offline viewing on iTunes or Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/developer?id=Nickelodeon&hl=en

You can also download premium apps featuring your child's favorite Nick Jr. shows on iTunes, Google Play, and Amazon.

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles | Evil Turtles | Nickelodeon UK

Jei summons the turtles to a secret mountain location, and casts a spell over them in order to get them to carry out his bidding!



Watch more Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Nickelodeon and Nicktoons!

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Shimmer and Shine | What a Pig Mess | Nick Jr. UK

When Leah's party food accidentally gets run over by Zac, Leah asks her genies for more Pigs in a Blanket. The genies give her real pigs wrapped in a blanket!



Featuring the UK dub of Shimmer and Shine.

Watch Shimmer and Shine everyday on Nick Jr.! For more magical Nick Jr. activities and games visit NickJr.co.uk!

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Música tema (Larissa Manoela) | Meus Prêmios Nick 2017 | Nickelodeon Brasil

Chegou a melhor época do ano! Entre no ritmo do Meus Prêmios Nick e confira a música tema cantada por Larissa Manoela!



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Kally´s Mashup: ¡Aprende la letra de Crushed! | Nickelodeon Latinoamérica

¿Ya eres fan del hit de Kally´s Mashup, Crushed? ¡Aprende ahora la letra y cántala con tus amigos! Mira el show de lunes a viernes a las 7 pm por la pantalla de Nick!



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Jack Unsworth's Intern Video; Tia's Insta Stories Takeover | Nickelodeon | Viacom Talent

Get an insight into what life is like working at Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) as a Nickelodeon Consumer Products Intern!



Every week, VIMN brings you a video of their wonderful Interns from across all of the brands within VIMN showing you what they get up to during their year with us!

Every week, Viacom Talent brings you a video of their wonderful Interns from across all of the brands within VIMN, showing you what they get up to during their year with the company!

Tia's Insta Stories Takeover - 1st November | Viacom Talent:



If you missed VIMN's Apprentice Insta Stories Takeover on Wednesday 1st November with Tia Ferguson, check out the full video here!

Find your perfect job at Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) UK at careers.vimn.com!

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Nickelodeon Slime, JoJo Siwa, PAW Patrol, Peppa Pig & Shimmer And Shine Nominated In 2018 Toy Of The Year Awards

Original The Toy Association Press Release via PR Newswire:

2018 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Award Finalists Unveiled by The Toy Association


Esteemed Industry Awards Program Serves as Critical Fundraiser for the Toy Industry Foundation



NEW YORK, Nov. 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- The toy, game, and license finalists for the prestigious 2018 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards were unveiled this evening by The Toy Association. Known as the "Oscars" of the toy industry, the TOTY Awards program supports children in need by serving as a critical fundraiser for the Toy Industry Foundation.

Between now and January 5, consumers can visit www.ToyAwards.org to vote for their favorite picks in each of the 17 categories – including new categories for this year, like Creative Toy of the Year, Playset of the Year, and Plush of the Year. The 122 finalists were announced at an exclusive press event held this evening to help kick off the second annual Play Fair in New York City. [SEE FINALISTS BELOW]

"Each and every one of the TOTY finalists have brought joy, laughter, and learning to children around the world. From classic board games to innovative tech toys, these playthings represent the 'best of the best' in the world of toys and games … So, you might even find some great holiday gift ideas among this evening's finalists!" said Steve Pasierb, The Toy Association's president & CEO, at the press event.

"The TOTY Awards program supports the Toy Industry Foundation's work to deliver toys to millions of children in need – whether they are living in foster care, impoverished, recovering in hospitals from a traumatic illness, or facing other difficulties," added Pasierb. "We are thrilled to continue this time-honored tradition and look forward to celebrating the big winners and the meaningful work of the Foundation at the February TOTY gala at the Ziegfeld Theater!"

This year's finalists were selected from over 600 nominees submitted by more than 150 companies of all sizes. Twenty judges, including toy and play experts, retailers, academics, and journalists, reviewed and ranked the products in specific categories relevant to their areas of expertise. The judges then participated in a live discussion to determine the finalists in each category. They considered each product's creativity, design, play value, and marketing.

One winner in each category, as well as the coveted "Toy of the Year" award winner and the "People's Choice" winner (based solely on consumer votes), will be announced at a dazzling TOTY Awards gala to be held on Friday, February 16, 2018 at the Ziegfeld Theatre in New York City. The celebration will help kick-off the 115th North American International Toy Fair, and will include the induction of toy industry trailblazers into the esteemed Toy Industry Hall of Fame.

All proceeds from the event – including Tribute Book sales, ticket sales, and sponsorships – will contribute much-needed dollars to the Toy Industry Foundation, which partners with generous toy companies throughout the year to bring brand-new toys to children in need.

The TOTY Awards gala is open to industry stakeholders only. Tickets for the event will be available for purchase on December 5.

See the finalists in each category below. Online images are available at ToyAwards.org/Press
More information about the TOTY voting and selection process can be found in the "About the Awards" section of www.ToyAwards.org.

ACTION FIGURE OF THE YEAR
Toys that include action figures and their playsets/accessories

  • IAmElemental's Series 2/Wisdom Lunch Box Carrying Case with Complete Set of 7 Action Figures & Accessories (IAmElemental)
  • Imaginext® DC Super Friends™ BatBot Xtreme (Mattel, Inc.)
  • Marvel Guardians of the Galaxy Dancing Groot Figure (Hasbro, Inc.)
  • PJ Masks Duet Figure Packs (Just Play Products)
  • Star Wars Forces of Destiny Adventure Figures (Hasbro, Inc.)
  • Stikbot (ZING)
  • WWE® Superstars Action Figures (Mattel, Inc.)

COLLECTIBLE OF THE YEAR
Toys that compose a set; can include novelty playthings, miniature versions of existing lines, licensed collectibles, etc.

  • Disney Pixar Cars 3 Diecast Cars (Mattel, Inc.)
  • Fingerlings (WowWee USA, Inc.)
  • Funko's Mystery Minis (Funko, LLC)
  • Hatchimals Colleggtibles 4 Pack (Spin Master Ltd.)
  • L.O.L. Surprise! (MGA Entertainment)
  • Pikmi Pop! Surprise Pack (Moose Toys)
  • The LEGO Batman Movie Minifigures (LEGO Systems, Inc.)

CONSTRUCTION TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that include building and engineering sets

  • K'NEX THRILL RIDES: Web Weaver Roller Coaster™ Building Set (K'NEX Brands)
  • LEGO® Star Wars BB-8™ (LEGO Systems, Inc.)
  • Magformers Log Cabin 87Pc Set (Magformers)
  • Mayka Toy Block Tape (Zuru)
  • Meccano M.A.X (Spin Master Ltd.)
  • Silent Mary (LEGO Systems, Inc.)
  • VEX Robotics BattleBots Minotaur (HEXBUG)

CREATIVE TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that allow kids to build an/or make items that are unique to them


  • 3Doodler Start Powerpuff Yourself Pen Set (3Doodler)
  • K'NEX Imagine: Power & Play 50 Model Motorized Building Set (K'NEX Brands)
  • LEGO Make Your Own Movie (Klutz)
  • Magnaflex (WowWee USA, Inc.)
  • Nickelodeon Slime Deluxe Slimy Creations (Cra-Z-Art)
  • Oonies Starter Pack (Moose Toys)
  • Star Wars Droid Inventor Kit (LittleBits)

DOLL OF THE YEAR
Toys that include plush, baby, toddler, and fashion dolls, and their play sets/accessories


  • BABY ALIVE SWEET TEARS BABY Doll (Hasbro, Inc.)
  • Barbie® Fashionista™ Ken Dolls (Mattel, Inc.)
  • Disney Princess Dance Code Belle (Hasbro, Inc.)
  • DreamWorks Spirit Riding Free Spirit & Lucky Deluxe Feeding Set (Just Play Products)
  • JoJo Siwa Singing Doll (Just Play Products)
  • Luvabella (Spin Master Ltd.)
  • Wonder Crew Superhero Will (PlayMonster)

GAME OF THE YEAR
Children's board, card, electronic, or other physical game formats or puzzles (does not include video games or apps)

  • Beasts of Balance (Sensible Object)
  • Boom Blast Stix (Moose Toys)
  • Happy Salmon (North Star Games LLC)
  • HEARING THINGS (Hasbro, Inc.)
  • Roller Coaster Challenge (ThinkFun Inc.)
  • Soggy Doggy (Spin Master Ltd.)
  • Ultra Dash (PlayMonster)

INFANT/TODDLER TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that are developed for ages 0-3

  • GearZooz™ Roll & Roar Animal Train™ (VTech)
  • Little Tikes Light 'n Go 3-in-1 Sports Zone (MGA Entertainment)
  • Magformers My First Pastel 30Pc Set (Magformers)
  • Mega Bloks Elephant Parade (Mattel, Inc.)
  • Mirari Shellby (PlayMonster)
  • Pop-a-Balls™ Push & Pop Bulldozer™ (VTech)
  • Strolly Bike (Yvolution)
  • Teddy Ruxpin (Wicked Cool Toys)

INNOVATIVE TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that utilize innovative design, technology, or manufacturing processes to enhance play value

  • DROPMIX Music Gaming System (Hasbro, Inc.)
  • HEXBUG BattleBots Arena (HEXBUG)
  • Hot Wheels MindRacers (Osmo)
  • Klask (Buffalo Games Inc.)
  • Lightseekers Starter Pack (TOMY International)
  • Rubie's Jurassic World T-Rex Inflatable Costume (Rubie's Costume Company, Inc.)
  • Think & Learn Teach 'n Tag Movi™ (Mattel, Inc.)

LICENSE OF THE YEAR
Character or property that has had success spreading its brand throughout the industry


  • Disney Pixar's Cars 3 (Disney Consumer Products & Interactive Media)
  • Hatchimals™ (Spin Master Ltd.)
  • Nickelodeon Slime (Nickelodeon Consumer Products)
  • PAW Patrol (Spin Master Ltd.)
  • Peppa Pig (Entertainment One)
  • PJ Masks (Entertainment One)
  • Star Wars (Disney Consumer Products & Interactive Media)

OUTDOOR TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that are designed for outdoor play, including ride-ons

  • Bunch O Balloons Filler Soaker (Zuru)
  • Disc Jock-e (Tucker Toys)
  • Luke Skywalker's Landspeeder (Radio Flyer)
  • NERF N-STRIKE ELITE ACCUSTRIKE ALPHAHAWK Blaster (Hasbro, Inc.)
  • RECOIL (Skyrocket)
  • Sky Viper V2450 GPS Streaming Video Drone (Skyrocket)
  • Watermelon Ball (PlaSmart Inc.)

PLAYSET TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that are designed to work together to enact some action or event


  • Ben 10 Rustbucket Transforming Alien Playset (Playmates Toys)
  • Fisher-Price® Shimmer and Shine™ Magical Light-up Genie Palace (Mattel, Inc.)
  • Go! Go! Smart Wheels® Race & Play Adventure Park™ (VTech)
  • HEXBUG nano Space Cosmic Command (HEXBUG)
  • Hot Wheels® Super Ultimate Garage (Mattel, Inc.)
  • My Fairy Garden Magical Cottage (PlayMonster)
  • PLAYMOBIL Pharaoh's Pyramid (Playmobil U.S.A. Inc.)
  • Shopkins Shopville Super Mall (Moose Toys)

PLUSH OF THE YEAR
Toys that are made of fabric and stuffed with cotton or similar filling

  • Disney Junior Minnie's Walk and Play Puppy (Just Play Products)
  • Dolce Activity Zebra (Magformers)
  • Funko's SuperCute Plushies (Funko, LLC)
  • Peppy Pets (Commonwealth Toy & Novelty Co., Inc.)
  • Pikmi Pops Surprise! Mega Pop (Moose Toys)
  • Storytime Rhymes Sheep™ (VTech)
  • Surprizamals (Beverly Hills Teddybear)

PRESCHOOL TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that are developed for ages 3-5


  • Beat Bugs™ Musical Submarine (Blip Toys LLC)
  • Disney Junior Doc McStuffins All-in-One Nursery (Just Play Products)
  • PAW Patrol My Size Lookout Tower (Spin Master Ltd.)
  • PLAY-DOH MAGIC OVEN Set (Hasbro, Inc.)
  • Racing Adventures Mickey (Just Play Products)
  • Scoop & Learn Ice Cream Cart™ (LeapFrog)
  • Thomas & Friends™ Super Station™ (Mattel, Inc.)

ROOKIE OF THE YEAR
A new company (created within the last 2 years) that has brought to market an outstanding toy

  • Beach House Group (Antsy Pants™ Build & Play™ Kits)
  • Pai Technology Inc. (Circuit Conductor)
  • Move2play (Fuzzy Flyers)
  • Bevy & Dave (History Makers Puzzle Block Set)
  • YULU Toys (Operation: Escape)
  • FlyCatcher Inc. (smART sketcher)
  • WeCool (WeCool)

SPECIALTY TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys primarily distributed through specialty retailers

  • American Girl® Logan™ Doll (Mattel, Inc.)
  • Creative Cosmetics Lab (Thames & Kosmos)
  • Fidget Spinner (TopTrenz)
  • HEXBUG CuddleBots (HEXBUG)
  • LEGO® Star Wars™ Millennium Falcon™ (LEGO Systems, Inc.)
  • Mirari Juballees (PlayMonster)
  • SmartMax My First Animal Train (Smart Toys and Games, Inc.)
  • Zipes™ Speed Pipes (Neat-Oh! International, LLC)

TECH TOY OF THE YEAR
Physical toys that are electronic or interact with a smart-phone, tablet or gaming device

  • Circuit Cubes (Circuit Cubes)
  • Cue (Wonder Workshop)
  • LEGO® BOOST Creative Toolbox (LEGO Systems, Inc.)
  • Piper Computer Kit (Piper)
  • Robotics Workshop (Thames & Kosmos)
  • SoundMoovz (Cra-Z-Art)
  • VRSE (Skyrocket)

VEHICLE OF THE YEAR
Toys that are powered or non-powered vehicles, and their playsets/accessories


  • Air Hogs Hyper Drift Drone (Spin Master Ltd.)
  • Anki OVERDRIVE: Fast & Furious Edition (Anki)
  • Automoblox SC1 Chaos and HR5 Scorch 2-Pack (PlayMonster)
  • Drone Force Angler Attack (Alpha Group, US LLC)
  • NERF NITRO MOTOFURY RAPID RALLY Set (Hasbro, Inc.)
  • PAW Patrol Sea Patroller (Spin Master Ltd.)
  • PLAYMOBIL Ghostbusters™ Ecto-1 (Playmobil U.S.A. Inc.)

SOURCE The Toy Association

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