“By creating an interactive play pet that seamlessly integrates elements such as sequential logic and critical thinking, Coding Critters are an innovative way to help pre-schoolers lay a solid foundation for future coding skills,” said Learning Resources’ Marie LaPlante.

The change comes as previous MD, Steve Buckmaster, embarks on a new challenge within the wider Asmodee Group as the firm’s new head of distribution in Europe.

Titled Conspiracy: The Solomon Gambit, the restoration will boast added agent effects and a new endgame trigger.

We caught up with McFarland to find out more about her approach to Inventor Relations and how she assesses the state of creativity in the industry at present.

You can grab a physical copy of the book at London Toy Fair, Spielwarenmesse and US Toy Fair.

Kids can translate drawings into “drag and drop” code on any device, and then watch Artie draw what’s been coded.

We caught up with Klisch to find out more about his history in design and where the idea for Creative Factor first came from.

“When the time came to celebrate our ten year milestone, we couldn’t think of a better way to do it than with an exciting new Tsuro title,” said Calliope president, Ray Wehrs.

The investment by Bancroft is to fuel an ‘ambitious growth strategy’ utilising Rubik’s global brand-recognition to focus on growth through new channels, products and markets.

“Partnering with an iconic brand like DC is a major milestone for Spin Master and is part of our strategy to invest in successful licenses to further grow and diversify our business,” said Ben Gadbois, Spin Master’s global president and COO.