Melissa & Doug, known for wooden and sustainable preschool toys, is partnering with the National Park Foundation for a new collection of toys inspired by national landmarks and wildlife.
The collection features nature-inspired items, including Yellowstone National Park Grizzly Bear Games ($37.99), a playset where kids can dress up like grizzly bears and pretend to catch fish and other bear foods; Grand Canyon National Park Hiking Gear Play Set ($37.99), a set of pretend hiking gear including binoculars, a flashlight, and a tool belt; and National Parks Reusable Animal Stickers ($9.99), a collection of more than 100 stickers featuring animals and plants from the different national parks.
Melissa & Doug’s new lineup also features games and puzzles, including the National Parks Picture Matching Magnetic Game ($27.99), a matching game where kids match animals and plants to the right national park; the National Parks Alphabet & Animals 24-piece Cubes Puzzle ($22.99), a puzzle with six sides that includes letters, animals, and nature scenes; a National Parks U.S.A. Map Floor Puzzle ($16.99), a 45-piece puzzle of the country that features stars where each of the national parks are; and the Yellowstone National Park Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle ($9.99), a 24-piece puzzle that features a geyser, elk, buffalo, and more.
“As a purpose-driven brand, Melissa & Doug is committed to championing children’s development through engaging, screen-free play, and exploration — and that makes the National Park Foundation the perfect partner,” says Bridgette Miller, Chief Marketing & Sustainability Officer at Melissa & Doug.
The wood and paper in Melissa & Doug’s National Park Foundation collection are FSC-certified as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainability.
“Parents look to the national parks as a way to educate and explore with their children, inspiring them to care for the planet while having fun,” says Lise Aangeenbrug, Chief Program Officer at the National Park Foundation. “The National Park Foundation is committed to sustainability and driving family connections, so we couldn’t be more excited to partner with Melissa & Doug to create a line of toys that encourages families to explore the parks at home.”
The collection is available now at mass market retailers.
