Articles by The Toy Chest

Birthday Box Mistakes That Cost You the Wow Factor > Quick Answer: The biggest mistake is treating birthday boxes like random grab bags instead of curat...

Can You Order a Birthday Box for a Classroom Party? TL;DR: Yes — we build custom birthday boxes specifically designed for classroom parties, packed with...

Can You Send a Birthday Box to a Kid in Another State? TL;DR: Yes — we build and ship custom birthday boxes to kids anywhere in the U.S. A birthday box ...

How Much Should You Spend on a Birthday Box for a Kid? TL;DR: A well-curated birthday box typically runs between $30 and $75 depending on the child's ag...

Puzzles Belong to Summer TL;DR: Summer's slower pace gives kids (and adults) the space to actually sit with a puzzle instead of rushing through it. The ...

Toys That Turn Your Backyard Into an Adventure TL;DR: The best backyard toys don't just keep kids busy—they spark open-ended, creative play that changes...

Best Toys for Shy Kids TL;DR: Shy kids don't need to be "fixed"—they need low-pressure ways to express themselves and connect. The right toys create saf...

Best Cooperative Games for Family Night TL;DR: Cooperative board games let everyone play on the same team, which means less bickering and more high-five...

Keeping Favorite Toys Like New TL;DR: Different toy materials need different cleaning approaches, and getting it wrong can ruin a beloved toy fast. Here...

How We Pick What Makes It to Our Shelves TL;DR: Every toy at The Toy Chest goes through a hands-on evaluation before we'll stock it. We test for play va...

Toys That Make Summer Reading Stick TL;DR: Pairing the right toy or game with a child's summer reading list turns stories from flat pages into immersive...