The modern toy world likes to tempt parents with colorful, battery-operated, fancy-looking playthings, but the toys that stand the true test of time are simple, open-ended building toys. I say this as ...

Here are 12 cool and unique building toys to inspire creativity in kids from tot to tween. Kids can use them wherever your family travels, including in the car.

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Play looks simple, but it is the engine of childhood learning. Here is how to protect it, fuel it, and feel good about doing ...