From its base on the Südliche Weinstraße, the family-run Theo Klein GmbH has been making imaginative, educational toys for more than 75 years. The company employs over 200 people across sites in Germany, England, France and Spain, and combines its broad licensed and original play worlds with a continuing production presence in Germany. Its toys are developed with input from educators, parents and kindergarten teachers, with quality and child development central to the process.
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Creative KidsFounded in 1997 with an art-activity line, Creative Kids develops toys that turn creativity and learning into hands-on play. The company has since expanded its offering across more than 12 categories, including educational play such as its poseable human-body model, while maintaining a focus on innovation and quality.
EdushapeKnown for shaping play since 1983, Edushape develops sensory toys that help infants and young children learn through hands-on exploration. The company began by creating products for daycares and preschools, then became especially associated with its Original Sensory Ball, invented in 1997. Its design work draws on input from child-development specialists and educators, with toys made to meet or exceed CE, ASTM and Australian safety standards.DEER PARK, NY
Mattel (Fisher-Price brand)Since 1931, Fisher-Price has made toys designed to turn early childhood play into learning and developmental discovery. Founded by Herman Fisher, Irving Price and Helen Schelle, the brand remains focused on enriching the first five years of childhood with playful products that help babies, toddlers and preschoolers reach important milestones.EAST AURORA, NY
Fun House Toys StudioFamily-owned and operated in Atlanta, Fun House Toys Studio grew from a 2017 YouTube channel into a small-batch maker of hands-on educational toys for children, families, and classrooms. Its team develops and 3D-prints learning activities in its studio, with products made in the USA and a focus on making lessons feel like play.CINCINNATI, OH