The Toy Box 11/19 on ABC

The Toy Box: Episode 208 (11/19)

October 30, 2017

WHICH INVENTOR WILL BE CROWNED THE WINNER
ON THE SEASON TWO FINALE OF ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’?

“Episode 208” – The finalists from each episode return to “The Toy Box,” where the young judges decide who will have their toy made by Mattel and sold exclusively at Toys”R”Us, on the season finale of  “The Toy Box,” airing SUNDAY, NOV. 19 (7:00–8:00 p.m. EST), on The ABC Television Network

In each episode, passionate inventors who have poured their hearts and souls into their product present their toy concepts to a panel of the toughest judges in the industry – kids! The judges have the opportunity to play with the toy, give their feedback and determine who will move on to the next round. The winner from each episode will move on to the finale to compete for the grand prize: Their toy will be made by Mattel; sold exclusively at Toys”R”Us stores nationwide and Toysrus.com, joining last season’s winner, ArtSplash; and will receive a cash prize of $100,000.

This season, there will be a rotating panel of five kid judges per episode, featuring all new faces and perspectives, and one returning favorite, Noah Ritter (age 8). The judges also include Adi Ash (age 10), Paxton Booth (age 7), Sydney Mae Estrella (age 9), Kyle Lee (age 7), Joachim Powell (age 11), Gideon Reynolds (age 6), Emma Sobel (age 9), Madison Stevens (age 8) and Olivia Trujillo (age 12).
“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

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The Toy Box 11/12 on ABC

The Toy Box: Episode 205 (11/12)

A VERSATILE SPORTBOARD, SECRET JOURNALS,

EDUCATIONAL GAMES AND MORE,

ON ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’



Ariana Gentry, Toys“R”Us^® President of Play,

Pays a Visit to the Judges This Week



Winning Toy to Be Made by Mattel and Sold Exclusively at Toys“R”Us ^®

After Season Finale



Eric Stonestreet From ‘Modern Family’ Hosts

“Episode 205” – This week, our panel of kid judges will have to choose
between a barnyard-themed board game, a racquetball version of boxing, a
set of animal-inspired accessories and more as passionate toymakers share
their inventions. Ariana, president of Play for Toys“R”Us^®, makes a surprise
visit to the kid judges on an all-new episode of ABC’s “The Toy Box,”
airing SUNDAY, NOV. 12 (7:00-8:00 p.m. EST), on The ABC
Television Network.

This week’s toy inventions include:
Corky’s Porkys – a barnyard battle-themed board game
Inventor: Colt from Spanish Fork, Utah
Giggle Chips – a set of educational cards that uses memory to teach players
about science, technology, engineering and math
Inventors: Jennifer and Charlotte from Whittier, California
Poshies – a fashion system with exchangeable animal-inspired prints and
designs
Inventor: Blythe from San Juan Capistrano, California
Sportboard – a stationary version of different sporting boards combined
into one
Inventor: Randy from Williamsburg, Virginia
Secret Drawing Dogs – stuffed animals with hidden journals and
interchangeable markers
Inventor: Heidi from Cape Coral, Florida
STEM’s Creativity Kit – a storybook set with tools that excite users to
solve problems using science, technology, engineering and math
Inventors: Kimberly and John from Orlando, Florida

Animation Dome – a spinning dome that creates an optical illusion to make
drawings appear as though they have come to life
Inventor: Les from Lincoln, California
Knuckle-Racket – a new, interactive game that combines racquetball with
boxing Inventor: Jose from Miami, Florida
In each episode, passionate inventors who have poured their hearts and
souls into their product present their toy concepts to a panel of the
toughest judges in the industry – kids! The judges have the opportunity to
play with the toy, give their feedback and determine who will move on to
the next round. The winner from each episode will move on to the finale to
compete for the grand prize: Their toy will be made by Mattel; sold
exclusively at Toys”R”Us stores nationwide and Toysrus.com, joining last
season’s winner, ArtSplash; and will receive a cash prize of $100,000.

This season, there will be a rotating panel of five kid judges per episode,
featuring all new faces and perspectives, and one returning favorite, Noah
Ritter (age 8). The judges also include Adi Ash (age 10), Paxton Booth (age
7), Sydney Mae Estrella (age 9), Kyle Lee (age 7), Joachim Powell (age 11),
Gideon Reynolds (age 6), Emma Sobel (age 9), Madison Stevens (age 8) and
Olivia Trujillo (age 12).

“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke,
Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber,
Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV
format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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The Toy Box 11/5 on ABC

The Toy Box: Episode 206 (11/5)

October 16, 2017

PUPPETS, PRESIDENTS, PUTTY, OH MY!
BRAND NEW TOYS COMPETE FOR THE GRAND PRIZE,
ON ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’

Jim Silver, CEO & Editor-in-Chief of Toys, Tots, Pets & More,
Stops by to Advise the Judges

Winning Toy to Be Made by Mattel and Sold Exclusively at Toys“R”Us® After Season Finale

Eric Stonestreet From ‘Modern Family’ Hosts

“Episode 206” – A new concept for wheeled sports, a tabletop party game, a knightly take on “rock, paper, scissors,” and more fun inventions make their debut this week when amateur inventors enthusiastically present their toys to a panel of kid judges, on an all-new episode of ABC’s “The Toy Box,” airing SUNDAY, NOV. 5 (7:00-8:00 p.m. EST), on The ABC Television Network.

This week’s toy inventions include:
Ninja Cards – a fast-paced and competitive target throwing game with collectible cards
Inventors: Dustin from Irvine, California, and Ken from Chicago, Illinois
Orbitwheels – a cross between a skateboard and a pair of inline skates, combining the best features of each
Inventor: Ywanne from Camas, Washington
Look Who’s President – a multiplayer, election-themed board game where players hit the campaign trail and explore politics
Inventor: Edgar from Chicago, Illinois
Earth Wurm Works – finger-puppet kits with different worm characters that raise awareness for recycling
Inventor: Stephanie from Simi Valley, California
Huck Hopper – a versatile tabletop party game with a focus on education, motor skills, silly challenges and rewards
Inventor: Jesse from Fairmount, West Virginia
Eardorables – a variety of stuffed animals with enlarged, zippered ears that act as secret pockets in which to store belongings
Inventor: Kelly from San Diego, California
Putty Pets – tiny stuffed animals filled with clay that can be squeezed, shaped and rolled
Inventor: Jerrett from Aurora, Colorado
RPS Revolution – a new spin on “rock, paper, scissors” that uses collectible figurines 
Inventor: Kathy from Wheaton, Illinois

In each episode, passionate inventors who have poured their hearts and souls into their product present their toy concepts to a panel of the toughest judges in the industry – kids! The judges have the opportunity to play with the toy, give their feedback and determine who will move on to the next round. The winner from each episode will move on to the finale to compete for the grand prize: Their toy will be made by Mattel; sold exclusively at Toys”R”Us stores nationwide and Toysrus.com, joining last season’s winner, ArtSplash; and will receive a cash prize of $100,000.

This season, there will be a rotating panel of five kid judges per episode, featuring all new faces and perspectives, and one returning favorite, Noah Ritter (age 8). The judges also include Adi Ash (age 10), Paxton Booth (age 7), Sydney Mae Estrella (age 9), Kyle Lee (age 7), Joachim Powell (age 11), Gideon Reynolds (age 6), Emma Sobel (age 9), Madison Stevens (age 8) and Olivia Trujillo (age 12).
“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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The Toy Box 10/29 on ABC

The Toy Box: Episode 204 (10/29)

A WOODEN ROBOT, TOWER BUILDING GAME,
PORTABLE DOLL HOUSE AND MORE, 
ON ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’

Winning Toy to Be Made by Mattel and Sold Exclusively at Toys“R”Us® After Season Finale

Eric Stonestreet From ‘Modern Family’ Hosts

“Episode 204” – From light-up Frisbees and a camping trip board game to hybrid mythical creatures and more, amateur inventors enthusiastically present their toys to a panel of kid judges, on an all-new episode of ABC’s “The Toy Box,” airing SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29 (7:00-8:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network.

This week’s toy inventions include:
                                                                         
Glow Flyer – a light-up Frisbee that changes colors when you play with it
Inventors: Michael and Michael from Clifton Park, New York
My Doll Room – a portable, collapsible dollhouse with different decorating options
Inventors: Rory and Molly from Lakeville, Connecticut
Robomustache – a collection of wooden robot craft kits
Inventor: Charles from Asheboro, North Carolina
Tournament of Towers – a competitive, point-driven tower building game
Inventors: Donovan and Jeff from Los Angeles, California
Hybrid Creatures – dolls that represent combinations of different animals and mythical creatures
Inventor: Pamela from Pleasant Grove, Utah
Camp Outrageous – an outdoorsy board game where players race to be the first to complete a campgrounds-inspired obstacle course
Inventor: Thom from Chicago, Illinois
Archipelagolf – a reimagined portable golf set in which a ball launcher is used instead of golf clubs 
Inventor: Doyle from Clovis, California

In each episode, passionate inventors who have poured their hearts and souls into their product present their toy concepts to a panel of the toughest judges in the industry – kids! The judges have the opportunity to play with the toy, give their feedback and determine who will move on to the next round. The winner from each episode will move on to the finale to compete for the grand prize: Their toy will be made by Mattel; sold exclusively at Toys”R”Us stores nationwide and Toysrus.com, joining last season’s winner, ArtSplash; and will receive a cash prize of $100,000.

This season, there will be a rotating panel of five kid judges per episode, featuring all new faces and perspectives, and one returning favorite, Noah Ritter (age 8). The judges also include Adi Ash (age 10), Paxton Booth (age 7), Sydney Mae Estrella (age 9), Kyle Lee (age 7), Joachim Powell (age 11), Gideon Reynolds (age 6), Emma Sobel (age 9), Madison Stevens (age 8) and Olivia Trujillo (age 12).
“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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The Toy Box 10/22 on ABC

The Toy Box: Episode 207 (10/22)

October 2, 2017

THE COMPETITION HEATS UP WITH PILLOW FIGHTS,
HOVERCRAFTS AND MORE,
ON ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’

Winning Toy to Be Made by Mattel and Sold Exclusively at Toys“R”Us®
After Season Finale

Eric Stonestreet From ‘Modern Family’ Hosts

“Episode 207” – An interactive fitness game, a portable version of table tennis, a life-size fidget toy and more compete for a chance to win big, on an all-new episode of ABC’s “The Toy Box,” airing SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22 (7:00-8:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network.

This week’s toy inventions include:
Playout – a multiplayer exercise card game that turns fitness into an interactive, competitive game
Inventor: Eddie from Atlanta, Georgia

Pillow Fight Pals – fun-shaped plush pillows that turn your pillow fights up a notch by glowing in the dark and making fun sounds when you squeeze them
Inventor: Kyla from Phoenix, Arizona

Mind Games – a multiplayer game where you must step on a given number of toy domes and avoid stepping on the dome that sounds off the alarm
Inventor: Marvin from Los Angeles, California

Flexxball – a portable and space-saving version of table tennis that challenges players’ hand-eye coordination
Inventors: Sanel and Priyam from Chicago, Illinois

Technochic – DIY tech-craft kits that come with basic craft and electronic components to create and design wearable light-up creations
Inventor: Natasha from Jersey City, New Jersey

Hovercraft – a build-it-yourself, remote-controlled water hovercraft that offers both a learning experience and a fun toy
Inventor: Bob from Cordova, Illinois
Fidget Flow Toy – a life-size fidget toy that can be changed into all different shapes and sizes
Inventor: Jennifer from Saranac, Michigan

In each episode, passionate inventors who have poured their hearts and souls into their product present their toy concepts to a panel of the toughest judges in the industry – kids! The judges have the opportunity to play with the toy, give their feedback and determine who will move on to the next round. The winner from each episode will move on to the finale to compete for the grand prize: Their toy will be made by Mattel; sold exclusively at Toys”R”Us stores nationwide and Toysrus.com, joining last season’s winner, ArtSplash; and will receive a cash prize of $100,000.

This season, there will be a rotating panel of five kid judges per episode, featuring all new faces and perspectives, and one returning favorite, Noah Ritter (age 8). The judges also include Adi Ash (age 10), Paxton Booth (age 7), Sydney Mae Estrella (age 9), Kyle Lee (age 7), Joachim Powell (age 11), Gideon Reynolds (age 6), Emma Sobel (age 9), Madison Stevens (age 8) and Olivia Trujillo (age 12).
“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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The Toy Box 10/15 on ABC

The Toy Box: Episode 203 (10/15)

TOY TENSIONS RISE AS THE JUDGES
 PASSIONATELY DEBATE THEIR FAVORITES,
ON ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’

Winning Toy to Be Made by Mattel and Sold Exclusively at Toys“R”Us®
After Season Finale

Eric Stonestreet From ‘Modern Family’ Hosts

“Episode 203” – A portable set of carnival games, a customizable plush toy, an adjustable sprinkler system and more compete for a chance to win big, on an all-new episode of ABC’s “The Toy Box,” airing on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15 (7:00-8:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network.

This week’s toy inventions include:
Chainy Charms – a series of collectible and tradeable charms with inspiration from the ‘80s and Japanese pop culture
Inventor: Lizzy from Las Vegas, Nevada

Rocket Pockets – an easily transportable 18-hole raft that can be used for various carnival games to play in your own home
Inventor: Gary and Nan from Tampa, Florida
Fortune Spinner – a pocket-sized game that combines the mysterious fun of the Magic 8 Ball with the body of a fidget spinner
Inventor: Mark from Cincinnati, Ohio

Hugalopes – a re-adjustable, furry stuffed animal with add-on parts available
Inventor: Jazz from Oakland, California
Water Constructor – a build-it-yourself set of sprinkler tubes
Inventor: Steven and Damaris from Logan, Utah
                                                        
Botallions – a fast-paced tabletop strategy game
Inventor: Colin from Reno, Nevada
Atom Ball – a multifunctional, voice-activated entertainment device
Inventor: Robert from Baytown, Texas

In each episode, passionate inventors who have poured their hearts and souls into their product present their toy concepts to a panel of the toughest judges in the industry – kids! The judges have the opportunity to play with the toy, give their feedback and determine who will move on to the next round. The winner from each episode will move on to the finale to compete for the grand prize: Their toy will be made by Mattel; sold exclusively at Toys”R”Us stores nationwide and Toysrus.com, joining last season’s winner, ArtSplash; and will receive a cash prize of $100,000.

This season, there will be a rotating panel of five kid judges per episode, featuring all new faces and perspectives, and one returning favorite, Noah Ritter (age 8). The judges also include Adi Ash (age 10), Paxton Booth (age 7), Sydney Mae Estrella (age 9), Kyle Lee (age 7), Joachim Powell (age 11), Gideon Reynolds (age 6), Emma Sobel (age 9), Madison Stevens (age 8) and Olivia Trujillo (age 12).
“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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The Toy Box 10/8 on ABC

Toy Box: Episode 201 (10/8)

A SINGING STUFFED ANIMAL, A MIND-CONTROLLED ROBOTIC FLOWER,
A CUSTOMIZABLE PUTTING SET AND MORE COMPETE FOR A SHOT AT THE GRAND PRIZE, ON ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’

Winning Toy to Be Made by Mattel and Sold Exclusively at Toys“R”Us®
After Season Finale

Eric Stonestreet From ‘Modern Family’ Hosts

“Episode 201” – Season two of the toy-competition series “The Toy Box” continues on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8 (7:00-8:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network. The series features amateur yet dedicated inventors who have spent endless amounts of time, energy and money to develop their toy concepts with high hopes of impressing the judges and making it to The Toy Box where they will compete for the grand prize.

This week’s toy inventions include:
Furry Friends – a musical adaptation of classic stuffed animals that will sing and dance to different music genres at the press of a button
Inventor: Lisa from New York, New York
Noochie Golf – a re-adjustable, portable miniature golf set that can customized into 25 different courses
Inventors: JoAnn, Sal, Dominic and Tre from Phoenix, Arizona
Mad Moves – a dance game where players are given unique combinations to act out and are challenged to guess what the other players are attempting to dance
Inventor: Ashley from Del Rey, Florida
The Bloom – a robotic flower that blossoms and changes colors as the player concentrates
Inventor: Steve from San Francisco, California
Water Bugs – a water-splashing, bug-squatting multiplayer game
Inventor: Roger from Hampton, CT
CLICKEYBits – a pocket-sized fidget toy made with keyboard keys
Inventor: Shep from Jenkintown, Pennsylvania
Monster Dice – a board game where players race to have their monster dice eat the most candy as fast as possible
Inventor: Brian from Erie, Pennsylvania

In each episode, passionate inventors who have poured their hearts and souls into their product present their toy concepts to a panel of the toughest judges in the industry – kids! The judges have the opportunity to play with the toy, give their feedback and determine who will move on to the next round. The winner from each episode will move on to the finale to compete for the grand prize: Their toy will be made by Mattel, sold exclusively at Toys”R”Us stores nationwide and Toysrus.com, joining last season’s winner, ArtSplash, will receive and a cash prize of $100,000.

This season, there will be a rotating panel of five kid judges per episode, featuring all new faces and perspectives, and one returning favorite, Noah Ritter (age 8). The judges also include Adi Ash (age 10), Paxton Booth (age 7), Sydney Mae Estrella (age 9), Kyle Lee (age 7), Joachim Powell (age 11), Gideon Reynolds (age 6), Emma Sobel (age 9), Madison Stevens (age 8) and Olivia Trujillo (age 12).
“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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The Toy Box 10/1 on ABC

Toy Box: SEASON PREMIERE: Episode 202 (10/1)

This week’s toy inventions include:
Cyborg Princess – a series of alternate-world characters and comic books that serve as futuristic emblems of female empowerment
Inventor: James from Beaverton, Oregon
Soldier Ball – a game combining the iconic mini green army men with elements of strategy and bowling
Inventor: Nate and Isaac from Albany, Georgia
Go Chopstix – a racing game in which players using chopsticks to compete against each other to remove toy sushi pieces from a rotating tray the fastest
Inventor: Chuck from San Diego, California
Patio Pong – a large-scale ball toss game that is fun for the whole family
Inventor: Melissa from Woodstock, Georgia
Flip-O-Matic – a kid-friendly, color-coordinated launcher game
Inventor: Brad from New York, New York
Water Dodger – an environmentally friendly take on water-balloon fights where players are equipped with reusable water balls and water-blocking shields
Inventor: Nate from South Euclid, Ohio
Thingamatink – an origami-inspired blanket that can be folded into a boat
Inventor: Erin and Kayla from Oakland, California

In each episode, passionate inventors who have poured their hearts and souls into their product present their toy concepts to a panel of the toughest judges in the industry – kids! The judges have the opportunity to play with the toy, give their feedback and determine who will move on to the next round. The winner from each episode will move on to the finale to compete for the grand prize: their toy will be made by Mattel, sold exclusively at Toys”R”Us stores nationwide and Toysrus.com, joining last season’s winner, ArtSplash, will receive and a cash prize of $100,000.

All About "The Toy Box" on ABC

“THE TOY BOX” (Sundays at 7:00 p.m. ET)

“The Toy Box” is the ultimate toy-competition series, providing talented designers with the chance of a lifetime – an opportunity to bring their toy concept to life with industry-giant Mattel and to the shelves of Toys”R”Us® the day after the season finale. Hosted by Eric Stonestreet (“Modern Family”), inventors present a wide variety of games, plushes and educational, creative and imagination-building toys to the toughest panel of judges – a rotating roster of no-nonsense, toy-loving kids. 

In each episode, passionate inventors who have poured their hearts and souls into their product present their toy concepts to a panel of the toughest judges in the industry – kids! The judges have the opportunity to play with the toy, give their feedback and determine who will move on to the next round. The winner from each episode will move on to the finale to compete for the grand prize: the inventor’s toy will be made by Mattel, sold exclusively at Toys”R”Us stores nationwide and Toysrus.com, joining last season’s winner, ArtSplash; and will receive a cash prize of $100,000.
This season, there will be a rotating panel of five kid judges per episode, featuring all new faces and perspectives, and one returning favorite, Noah Ritter (age 8). The judges also include Adi Ash (age 10), Paxton Booth (age 7), Sydney Mae Estrella (age 9), Kyle Lee (age 7), Joachim Powell (age 11), Gideon Reynolds (age 6), Emma Sobel (age 9), Madison Stevens (age 8) and Olivia Trujillo (age 12).
“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus.  Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers. “The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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The Toy Box: Season 2: Lead Sheet

The Toy Box: Season 2: Lead Sheet

“THE TOY BOX” (Sundays at 7:00 p.m. ET)
“The Toy Box” is the ultimate toy-competition series, providing talented designers with the chance of a lifetime – an opportunity to bring their toy concept to life with industry-giant Mattel and to the shelves of Toys”R”Us® the day after the season finale. Hosted by Eric Stonestreet (“Modern Family”), inventors present a wide variety of games, plushes and educational, creative and imagination-building toys to the toughest panel of judges – a rotating roster of no-nonsense, toy-loving kids. 

In each episode, passionate inventors who have poured their hearts and souls into their product present their toy concepts to a panel of the toughest judges in the industry – kids! The judges have the opportunity to play with the toy, give their feedback and determine who will receive a Golden Hot Wheel, putting them on the “fast track” to the next round. The winner from each episode will move on to the finale to compete for the grand prize; their toy will be made by Mattel and sold exclusively at Toys”R”Us stores nationwide and Toysrus.com, joining last season’s winner, ArtSplash.
This season, there will be a rotating panel of five kid judges per episode, featuring all new faces and perspectives, and one returning favorite, Noah Ritter (age 8). The judges also include Adi Ash (age 10), Paxton Booth (age 7), Sydney Mae Estrella (age 9), Kyle Lee (age 7), Joachim Powell (age 11), Gideon Reynolds (age 6), Emma Sobel (age 9), Madison Stevens (age 8) and Olivia Trujillo (age 12).
“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus.  Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers. “The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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The Toy Box 5/19 on ABC

The Toy Box: SEASON FINALE - Which Inventor Will Earn the Last Spot in the Finals and Who Will Be Crowned the Winner, on the Season Finale of ABC’s ‘The Toy Box’?

TWO-HOUR EVENT

WHICH INVENTOR WILL EARN THE LAST SPOT IN THE FINALS
AND WHO WILL BE CROWNED THE WINNER,
ON THE SEASON FINALE OF ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’?

“Episode 106” – Hopeful inventors seeking an opportunity to earn a coveted spot in the finals present unique toy designs that include a card game that incorporates voice acting, baby’s first robot and a liquid art toy, on an all-new episode of ABC’s “The Toy Box,” airing on FRIDAY, MAY 19 (8:00–9:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network

Episode 106 toy inventions include:
Cock It, Drop It, Rocket – a resettable rocket that uses your own energy as fuel
Inventor: Perry from Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Noisy Person Cards – party game that encourages creativity, fun and performance skills
Inventors: Kat and James from Chicago, Illinois
3D Liquid Art – a fun way to create three-dimensional images out of water
Inventor: Ryan from Phoenix, Arizona
Pre-Bot – a safe, wooden robot geared toward young children
Inventor: Roderick from Groton, Massachusetts
Bedtime Storybug – a plush ladybug with the ability to record messages for kids
Inventor: Lori from Overland Park, Kansas

“Episode 108” – The finalists from each episode return to The Toy Box where the young judges decide who will have their toy made by Mattel and sold exclusively at Toys”R”Us, on the season finale of ABC’s “The Toy Box,” airing on FRIDAY, MAY 19 (9:00–10:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network

In each episode of “The Toy Box,” inventors present their toy concepts to a group of mentors that include Dylan’s Candy Bar owner Dylan Lauren, toy guru Jim Silver and Pixar creative director of Consumer Products, Jen Tan. If the toy maker gets past the mentors, they will move on to The Toy Box where a panel of young, no-holds-barred judges that include Sophia Grace Brownlee (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”), Aalyrah Caldwell (“Uncle Buck”), Toby Grey (“The Unexpected John Cena Prank”) and Noah Ritter (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”) decide which toy moves on to the finals and eventually crowned the winner. That winning toy will be sold exclusively at Toys“R”Us® after the series finale.

“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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The Toy Box: Episode 105 (5/12) on ABC

The Toy Box: Episode 105 (5/12)

A CANDY PRESS, CURLY-HAIRED DOLL AND PLUSHES WITH INTERCHANGABLE PARTS MAKE THEIR DEBUT, ON ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’

“Episode 105” – Passionate inventors with big dreams present toy concepts that include a candy press, an adorable curly-haired doll, and a simple game with an old-school feel, on an all-new episode of ABC’s “The Toy Box,” airing on FRIDAY, MAY 12 (8:00–9:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network

This week’s toy inventions include:
Candy Krusher – a candy press that molds sweet treats into fun shapes
Inventor: Barry from Dallas, Texas
Connectimals – lovable plush toys with interchangeable magnetic parts
Inventor: Kurt and Hannah from Westfield, Wisconsin
Bitblocks – a construction toy that utilizes only one type of block
Inventor: Will from Portland, Oregon
Curly Girls United – a unique doll that celebrate girls with curly hair
Inventor: Margaret from Tinley Park, Illinois
Quadball – a skill and action game with a nostalgic feel
Inventor: Chris from Huntington Beach, California

In each episode of “The Toy Box,” inventors present their toy concepts to a group of mentors that include Dylan’s Candy Bar owner, Dylan Lauren, toy guru Jim Silver and Pixar creative director of Consumer Products, Jen Tan. If the toy maker gets past the mentors, they will move on to The Toy Box where a panel of young, no-holds-barred judges that include Sophia Grace Brownlee (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”), Aalyrah Caldwell (“Uncle Buck”), Toby Grey (“The Unexpected John Cena Prank”) and Noah Ritter (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”) decide which toy moves on to the finals and eventually crowned the winner. That winning toy will be sold exclusively at Toys“R”Us® after the series finale.

“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

The Toy Box 5/5 on ABC

Episode 104 (5/5)

DOLLS WITH INTERCHANGABLE HAIR, A SCOOTER WITH A BUILT-IN POGO STICK AND PLAYFUL ALIENS COMPETE FOR THE GRAND PRIZE, ON ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’

“Episode 104” – Amateur toy inventors get the opportunity of a lifetime to present their innovative concepts, such as a maze-building toy, a dueling wizard game, playful plush aliens and more, on an all-new episode of ABC’s “The Toy Box,” airing on FRIDAY, MAY 5 (8:00–9:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network

This week’s toy inventions include:
Wiggies – dolls with interchangeable hair Inventor: Kim from Los Angeles, California
Jumpstix – a scooter with a built-in pogo stick Inventor: Peter from Camarillo, California
Maze-O – a maze-building toy
Inventor: Jessica and Daniel from Lino Lakes, Minnesota
Dueling Wizards – aspiring wizards use wands to toss spells at each other Inventor: Joe from Dearborn, Michigan
Plaliens – playful plush aliens that inspire curiosity Inventor: Melanie and Beth from Bakersfield, California

In each episode of “The Toy Box,” inventors present their toy concepts to a group of mentors that include Dylan’s Candy Bar owner, Dylan Lauren, toy guru Jim Silver and Pixar creative director of Consumer Products, Jen Tan. If the toy maker gets past the mentors, they will move on to The Toy Box where a panel of young, no-holds-barred judges that include Sophia Grace Brownlee (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”), Aalyrah Caldwell (“Uncle Buck”), Toby Grey (“The Unexpected John Cena Prank”) and Noah Ritter (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”) decide which toy moves on to the finals and is eventually crowned the winner. That winning toy will be sold exclusively at Toys“R”Us® after the series finale.

“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

The Toy Box 4/28 on ABC

Episode 102 (4/28)

TOY INVENTORS PRESENT A DINOSAUR THAT WALKS, A SLINGSHOT PARACHUTE, A PLASTIC-CARD BUILDING SYSTEM AND MORE, ON ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’

“Episode 102” – Toy inventors present one-of-a-kind concepts that include a walking dinosaur, slingshot parachute and a plastic-card building system, on an all-new episode of ABC’s “The Toy Box,” airing on FRIDAY, APRIL 28 (8:00–9:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network

This week’s toy inventions include:
Grandmas2Share – multigenerational dolls that encourage family values
Inventor: Marguerite from Staten Island, New York
The Walking Dinosaur – a dinosaur that you can walk like a dog
Inventor: Rick from Sacramento, California
ParaShoot – a slingshot connected to a small parachute
Inventor: Jackson from Gainesville, Georgia
Cardtivity – a plastic-card building system
Inventor: Steve from Randolph, New Jersey
Chromo Tag – a color-changing outdoor action game
Inventor: Larry and Steven from Chicago, Illinois

In each episode of “The Toy Box,” inventors present their toy concepts to a group of mentors that include Dylan’s Candy Bar owner, Dylan Lauren, toy guru Jim Silver and Pixar creative director of Consumer Products, Jen Tan. If the toy maker gets past the mentors, they will move on to The Toy Box where a panel of young, no-holds-barred judges that include Sophia Grace Brownlee (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”), Aalyrah Caldwell (“Uncle Buck”), Toby Grey (“The Unexpected John Cena Prank”) and Noah Ritter (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”) decide which toy moves on to the finals and eventually crowned the winner. That winning toy will be sold exclusively at Toys“R”Us® after the series finale.

“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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The Toy Box 4/21 on ABC

Episode 107 (4/21)

LIFE-SIZE CONSTRUCTION TUBES, A LIGHT-UP DOG THAT INSPIRES CREATIVITY, SINKABLE BUILDING BLOCKS AND MORE, ON ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’

“Episode 107” – Passionate toy inventors present the mentors and judges with unique concepts that include life-size construction tubes, sinkable building blocks, a new idea for a board game, a therapy doll and a lightbox in the shape of a terrier, on an all-new episode of ABC’s “The Toy Box,” airing on FRIDAY, APRIL 21 (8:00–9:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network

This week’s toy inventions include:
Tubelox – life-size construction toy where you can build your own play
Inventor: Rachel and Steve from Pleasant Grove, Utah
Pool Cubes – sinkable building blocks for the swimming pool
Inventor: Troy from Fayetteville, Arkansas
The Grid – a game where players aim to collect their opponents’ pieces
Inventor: Tom from Farmington, Connecticut, and Mike from Sandy Hook, Connecticut
Emotiplush – a therapy doll that can help children express their emotions
Inventor: Padmini from Naperville, Illinois
Lightbox Terrier – a lightbox in the shape of an adorable dog that can inspire art and creativity
Inventor: Melissa from Pleasant Hill, California

In each episode of “The Toy Box,” inventors present their toy concepts to a group of mentors that include Dylan’s Candy Bar owner, Dylan Lauren, toy guru Jim Silver and Pixar creative director of Consumer Products, Jen Tan. If the toy maker gets past the mentors, they will move on to The Toy Box where a panel of young, no-holds-barred judges that include Sophia Grace Brownlee (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”), Aalyrah Caldwell (“Uncle Buck”), Toby Grey (“The Unexpected John Cena Prank”) and Noah Ritter (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”) decide which toy moves on to the finals and eventually crowned the winner. That winning toy will be sold exclusively at Toys“R”Us® after the series finale.

“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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The Toy Box 4/14 on ABC

Episode 103 (4/14)

EMOTIONS RUN HIGH WHEN ONE OF THE INVENTORS CHALLENGES THE MENTORS,
ON ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’

“Episode 103” – The mentors and judges are faced with some tough decisions when they are presented with unique toy inventions that include a whimsical dual-sided book, a ballerina doll, pocket-sized cars, sweet-smelling fruit plushes and a piñata in a backpack, on an all-new episode of ABC’s “The Toy Box,” airing on FRIDAY, APRIL 14 (8:00–9:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network

This week’s toy inventions include:
Butterfly Book – a unique double-sided book that makes story time even more fun
Inventor: Michelle from Naples, Florida
Ballerina Doll – a collection of dolls that articulate into ballet positions
Inventor: Tiffany and Mark from Murrieta, California
Snap N’ Roll – pocket-sized cars that launch with a snap
Inventor: Greg from Land O Lakes, Florida
Lil Fruityz – fruit-scented plush with their own personalities
Inventor: Jason from Hackettstown, New Jersey
Piñata Backpack – a twist on the party piñata in the form of a backpack
Inventor: Rebecca and Nicholas from Grass Valley, California

In each episode of “The Toy Box,” inventors present their toy concepts to a group of mentors that include Dylan’s Candy Bar owner, Dylan Lauren, toy guru Jim Silver and Pixar creative director of Consumer Products, Jen Tan. If the toy maker gets past the mentors, they will move on to The Toy Box where a panel of young, no-holds-barred judges that include Sophia Grace Brownlee (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”), Aalyrah Caldwell (“Uncle Buck”), Toby Grey (“The Unexpected John Cena Prank”) and Noah Ritter (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”) decide which toy moves on to the finals and eventually crowned the winner. That winning toy will be sold exclusively at Toys“R”Us® after the series finale.

“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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The Toy Box 4/7 on ABC

SEASON PREMIERE - Episode 101 (4/7)

SERIES PREMIERE

A MULTICULTURAL SINGING DOLL, WACKY WORM, PARTY CANNON AND MORE COMPETE FOR A SHOT AT THE GRAND PRIZE, ON THE SERIES PREMIERE OF
ABC’S ‘THE TOY BOX’

Winning Toy to Be Made by Mattel and Sold Exclusively at Toys“R”Us® After Series Finale

Eric Stonestreet From ‘Modern Family’ Hosts

“Episode 101” – The premiere of the ultimate toy-competition series, “The Toy Box,” airing on FRIDAY, APRIL 7 (8:00–9:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network, features five passionate amateur inventors who have put their hearts, souls and a lot of money into their unique toy concepts with hopes of impressing the mentors and making it to The Toy Box where young, no-nonsense judges determine if they will earn the chance to compete for the grand prize.

This week’s toy inventions include:
Arya Ball – a reimagining of the soccer ball with special surprises inside
Inventor: Babak from Carlsbad, California
Wacky Worm Racing Game – a racing game where players dressed in a worm costume race to cross the finish line
Inventor: Cedric from Orlando, Florida
Niya Doll – a multicultural doll collection who sings and speaks in multiple languages
Inventor: Darla from Columbia, South Carolina
Swurfer – a backyard swing inspired by a surfboard
Inventor: Rob from Charleston, South Carolina
Party Cannon – a party game that launches toys, prizes and candy
Inventor: Rick from Miami Springs, Florida

In each episode of “The Toy Box,” inventors present their toy concepts to a group of mentors that include Dylan’s Candy Bar owner Dylan Lauren, toy guru Jim Silver and Pixar creative director of Consumer Products, Jen Tan. If the toy maker gets past the mentors, they will move on to The Toy Box where a panel of young, no-holds-barred judges that include Sophia Grace Brownlee (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”), Aalyrah Caldwell (“Uncle Buck”), Toby Grey (“The Unexpected John Cena Prank”) and Noah Ritter (“The Ellen Degeneres Show”) decide which toy moves on to the finals and eventually crowned the winner. That winning toy will be sold exclusively at Toys“R”Us® after the series finale.

“The Toy Box” is from Mattel, Hudsun Media and Electus. Michael Rourke, Chris Grant, Drew Buckley, Richard Dickson, Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, Julia Pistor, Susan House and Hamilton South are executive producers.

“The Toy Box” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format with a 5.1 channel surround sound.

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