Käthe Kruse Lifestyle - a Blog

A recent study by the UK firm Oxy Insight shows children gain important social and emotional skills through doll play. The results indicate this is true for both cooperative play with others and even while playing alone. This study is somewhat unique in that it actually peeked into portions of the brain of children while playing using fNIRS technology.

The 71st annual Toy Fair was held in Nuremberg Germany (Spielwarenmesse) from January 29th to February 2nd, 2020. And as usual, Kathe Kruse has space to show product available during the year. The last few years, the booth has been part of Hape, since their purchase in 2013. This year...

What a wonderful product a Warming Pillow is! Not very common on this side of the Atlantic, but popular among children in Europe living in colder climates. A perfect item to take to bed to warm the sheets and your toes! How to use the warming pillow: Remove the internal cherry stone...

Käthe Kruse exhibited at the Nuremberg Spielewarenmesse (Toy Fair) again this year with a booth adjacent to the parent Hape booth in Hall 3A. They were showing a traditional line of dolls and soft toys continuing the over 100 year history of the brand. Also a popular part of the booth, is the new collection of classic dolls for collectors.

Recent research published by the American Academy of Pediatrics shows play time is important for healthy brain development and that child development in general is significantly enhanced through play.