Getting to know Beeja May. PlanToys joined forces with Beeja May in a partnership to create a sustainable second-hand Canadian marketplace for families.  The Beeja May digital marketplace will help create a circular economy for toys and ensure continued life for toys children have grown out of or no longer play with.  We spoke with Christine Trinh and Simon Tan, Co-Founders of Beeja May, to share their story, how Beeja May came to be, and what they hope to achieve. Beeja May is based Toronto, Ontario, Canada    Who are you, and what is your background? [Christine] Simo ..read more

How Beeja May Works & How To Get Started PlayToys is partnering with Beeja May to ensure continued life for toys your child no longer plays with. Clean out your play room, schedule a time to drop off your gently used toys to Beeja May at one of their Toronto drop-off locations, or a porch pick-up if you are located in Toronto and certain parts of the GTA. You can earn cash or store credit while helping to keep great products out of landfills.  Join Beeja May and PlanToys in preserving our planet so that future generations of children can enjoy.     Sellin ..read more

PlanToys Partner Spotlight: Rachael Classi, Founder & CEO of Tiny Earth Toys PlanToys are available in retailers around the world. We're grateful that many small businesses and toy enthusiasts share in our passions for learning-based play, quality materials, and sustainable-minded manufacturing.  As manufacturers, we hold ourselves accountable for every item we bring into the world. We strive to reduce toy waste by producing heirloom-quality toys and inspiring our community members to shop with intention for their families, and the planet. With a rise in consumerism, w ..read more

Welcome to the PlanToys Forest of Play! In this blog, we're sharing information about the mission behind the project and what we hope to achieve with it for many generations. Learn how you can help plant a tree in the forest and inspire a better world every day. The PlanToys Forest of Play is an outside play area open to the public in Trang, Thailand. It spans 64,000 square meters, serving as a creative outlet for our founder, Vitool Viraponsavan, and our team members to reimagine leftover materials from production. Its mission is to inspire children and their families, encouraging them to act ..read more

PlanWorld Minis Are In Town! We've released 8 different sets (recommended for ages 3 and up) that depict miniature scenes of a farmers market, ice cream shop, bakery, pet care center, farm, fire station, travel station, and farm. Read along as we share more details about each set, including all the benefits they have to offer! Ice Cream Shop & Bakery A town is not complete without small shops and tasty treats! These sets feature some of the most-loved treats, ice cream, pastries, and bread. Both sets include shopkeepers, a retractable awning, and standing menus to let  ..read more

September 23rd through October 22nd is a time to celebrate Libras! Also known as Librans, this air sign has a passion for maintaining symmetry and balance. They're sociable beings that are always ready to participate in a fun activity and cultivate relationships. Let's learn more about this sign, including the PlanToys they'll rate #1 on their scales.   Libras are pioneers for justice and won't shy away from standing up for what they believe in. Often drawn to legal work, Libras understand the importance of giving people the opportunity to use their voice, especially during unjust times ..read more

How TOYCYCLE Works & How To Get Started   PlanToys is partnering with TOYCYCLE to ensure continued life for toys your child no longer plays with. Clean out your play room, send your gently used toys to TOYCYCLE and earn shopping credits while helping to keep great products out of landfills. Join with TOYCYCLE and PlanToys to preserve a planet all our children can enjoy.   Selling PlanToys on TOYCYCLE 1. Fill Any Box We offer a Cleanout Box service to residents of the continental U.S. Fill any handy medium-size shipping box with gently used toys and baby g ..read more

PlanToys provided speech pathologists, Erika Cardamone and Sherry Artemenko with the Spatial Rocket to use in their practice, Play On Words. This practice was developed by Erika and Sherry to help children fulfill their potential through smart play. They used the Spatial Rocket as a learning tool, while also observing it being utalized for free-play. Following their sessions, Erika and Sherry shared their insights on the toy, plus the developmental benefits. Erika Cardamone, MS, CCC-SLP Master of Science Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language ..read more

Getting to know TOYCYCLE. Recently, PlanToys joined forces with TOYCYCLE in a partnership to create the largest sustainable second-hand marketplace for families.  The digital marketplace will help create a circular economy for toys and ensure continued life for toys children have grown out of or no longer play with.  We spoke with Rhonda Collins, CEO of TOYCYCLE, to share more about TOYCYCLE, why she created it, and what she hopes to achieve.  TOYCYCLE from Oakland, California    Who are you, and what is your background? Well perhaps most relevant is that I’m a mo ..read more

PlanToys is excited to spotlight members of the PlanToys family and share their experiences. For this spotlight, we spoke with Boonlert Chunkasor, a model maker and toy doctor at the PlanToys Toy Clinic.  Boonlert is a crucial part of our team, and we hope you enjoy this glimpse into his journey as much as we have.   Q: How many years have you been with PlanToys? And what is your role here? A: This year will be my 32nd year. First, I worked in the wood lathe department. After about 5 years, I moved to the product development department. Now, I work in a variety of depart ..read more