Highlights From NY Toy Fair

Based on what was seen at the show, the Toy Industry Association (which organizes the event) predicted a number of trends that its expects to dominate in 2014, including larger sizes, remote-controlled toys, a focus on STEAM content, retro brands and more.

Read more of the TIA’s 2014 toy predictions here.

Disney made a splash in a star-studded event at the opening of the show where it outlined its plans to target the boy toy market through properties such as Planes, Guardians of the Galaxy and Spider-Man.

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Nickelodeon swarmed the show floor with new

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And of course, fan favorites like BBC’s Doctor Who, Activision's Skylanders and Cartoon Network’s Adventure Time showcased a swath of new products.

Here are some of the top headlines from this year’s show:

Cartoon Network Grows Adventure Time

LEGO Preps for New Star Wars Rebels

WB’s

Godzilla

Stomps Through NY

Funko Debuts New Action Figure Line

Sanrio Licensees Showcase Hello Kitty

Despicable Me Continues Retail Invasion

Activision Adds to Skylanders Lineup

Saban Inks Julius Jr. Publishing Deal

Jazwares Plans NBA’s First Toys

WIT Honors Toy Industry Leaders

MEGA to Build Assassin’s Creed Line

Bandai Takes on New, Retro Brands

WBCP Highlights Classic and TV Properties

Scholastic Licensed Toys Abound

Dentsu Brings Japanese Hit to U.S.

Playmates Unveils New TMNT Line

Discovery Seeks Cake Boss Partners

Tomy Expands Licensed Offerings

Underground Adds to Licensed Lineup

Saban Renews Costume Deals

FamilyFun

Mag Picks NY Toy Fair Favs

SpongeBob Joins Nick’s Mega Bloks Range

Wicked Cool Reveals Wild Kratts Line

Aurora Expands My Little Pony Line

DHX’s Caillou Teaches Kids French

Madame Alexander Teams with Top Brands

McFarlane Debuts Rabbids Range

Crowded Coop Showcases Licenses

TCG Plans New Sesame Street Line

Dark Horse Unveils New ‘Thrones’ Figures