Ever consider building easy homemade toys for the holidays? You probably already have the odds and ends necessary to make these three classic playthings. The cab of our hand-cranked crane is formed by ...

Introduction Did it ever occur to you that tennis, bowling and shopping carts bumping into each other all involve collisions? It is fascinating how just a few rules of physics can predict the outcome ...

Pet owners know the risks of spending money on a new toy: much like toddlers, our pets are often more interested in the packaging than the gift. The MSE Forum, wise to this phenomenon, have been ...

You can buy all the fancy toys for your cat, but it will often prefer a box over the toy. One TikToker offered a great DIY solution for creating a fun, interactive toy for your furry baby. Sara Dokter ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images/hubulangxing yangfan Making DIY cat toys can be a rewarding and fun ...

Many dogs thrive on mental stimulation and enrichment. It’s a necessity for some intelligent breeds — otherwise, they’ll become destructive or misbehave from constant boredom. If you have a naturally ...

We’re especially sweet on the smooth, chunky curves of this adorable owl puzzle ($35); an elephant seesaw toy that lets kids learn about balance ($18); and several nifty building toys. Is it a barn, a ...