2017 Categories

Action Figure of the Year (new category for 2017)
Toys that include action figures, and their play sets/accessories

Active/Outdoor Toy of the Year 
Toys that are designed for active, outdoor play

Activity Toy of the Year
Arts and crafts, construction and other indoor toys that inspire creative play through various forms of activity.

Collectible of the Year (new category for 2017)
Toys that compose a set; can include novelty playthings miniature versions of existing lines, licensed collectibles, etc.

Construction Toy of the Year (new category for 2017)
Toys that include building & engineering sets

Doll of the Year (new category for 2017)
Toys that include plush, baby, toddler, and fashion dolls, and their play sets/accessories

Game of the Year
Children’s board, card, electronic or other physical game formats and puzzles (does not include video games or apps)

Infant/Preschool Toy of the Year 
Toys that are developed for infants/preschoolers (up to 5 years)

Innovative Toy of the Year
Toys that utilize innovative design, technology, or manufacturing processes to enhance play value

License of the Year
Character or property that has had success spreading its brand throughout the industry

Rookie of the Year (new category for 2017)
A new company (created within the last 2 years) that has brought to market an outstanding toy

Specialty Toy of the Year
Toys primarily distributed through specialty retailers

Tech Toy of the Year 
Physical toys that are electronic or interact with a smartphone, tablet or gaming device

Vehicle of the Year (new category for 2017)
Toys that are powered or non powered vehicles, and their playsets / accessories

Peoples Choice Toy of the Year
Toy decided by consumers

Toy of the Year
Overall best toy of the year decided by retailers, consumers, media and TIA members