Whether it’s creating high-quality toys that are made to last, planting trees to help restore the resources we use, or ensuring our products inspire open-ended play for all kinds of kids, we’re on a journey to make the world a better place.

Our Sustainability Promise

Supporting Thriving Forests

Making Timeless Toys

Creating an Inclusive World

THRIVING FORESTS

We love wood (it’s in our roots)! We use it whenever we can because it’s both natural and renewable. As the #1 preschool brand for wooden toys*, we believe in supporting responsible forest management.

*Source: Leger 360 Claims Research, March 2025

10 Million Trees by 2030In partnership with Veritree, we’re helping restore ecosystems vital to the health of our planet. Guided by science and grounded in transparency, Veritree will help us reach our goal to plant10 million trees by 2030.

FSC® Certified Paper & Wood

We’re committed to using more materials from responsibly managed forests, with 100% of 2023 innovation and paper products made with FSC® certified materials.

(FSC® C156584)

Sustainable Packaging

We joined the Sustainable Packaging Coalition® and are rolling out How2Recycle® labels on our packaging.  Since 2021, we’ve eliminated over 3.5 million pounds of packaging material.

Carbon OffsetsWe offset all emissions from our own operations (Scope 1 and 2) through the purchase of carbon offsets.

Leading the Way

The Forest Stewardship Council® honored us with a 2022 FSC® Leadership Award, for “uncommon excellence” in the use of FSC-certified products and commitment to responsible forestry. (FSC® C156584)

TIMELESS TOYS

We make well-crafted and timeless toys to be passed down from generation to generation or shared family to family.

Made to Re-LoveOur timeless toys are well-crafted making hand-me-downs (or hand-me-ups, as we like to call them) an eco-friendly and FUN option!

Toys Crafted with Care

It’s the attention to detail that makes Melissa & Doug toys so special — and shareable.

Supporting Parks

We’re proud to support the National Park Foundation with a $1 million commitment over 3 years and a parks-inspired toy collection.

Safety Is Our Signature

The signature on our toys means you can trust they comply with US, EU, and other international safety regulations.

Sharing Is Caring

Over 85% of our toys have a 4-star or higher rating with over 90% of these boasting 5 stars on our site! These are toys you’ll want to share!

INCLUSIVE WORLD

Our sustainability commitment includes making open-ended play possible for ALL children, because a sustainable world is an inclusive one.

Power of PlayOpen-ended play is essential for children’s healthy growth and development.Skill-Building ToysOur toys are known for being accessible and helping kids of all abilities develop essential life skills.

Playful, Inclusive Content

Our blog helps kids play to their strengths and differences, whether it’s toy tips for kids with autism or toy picks for children with sensory issues.

Going Green at our workplace

We support a culture of sustainability in our workplace and are always on the lookout for how we can better our practices.

Energy Efficient Office

Moved to a more energy efficient office to lower our impact.

Paperless Processes

Introduced paperless processes wherever we can to reduce waste.

Eco-Volunteer Days

We host eco-volunteer days to plant trees, pick up trash, and make the planet happy.

Product Inclusivity

Created a diverse committee to help ensure products are inclusive.