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Broadcast, print and online media out in force for annual TRA Dream Toys event; Suppliers applaud shortlist.

The top ten articles from the week ending October 28th.

This year's event boosted the industry with a wide range of press coverage, including nationals, regionals, bloggers and wires.

Thierry Bourret responds to the Dream Dozen with an alternative list for simple, non-plastic and ethical toys.

Interactive and electronic toys take pride of place on the cool and hot top ten list.

Lego scoops five out of the top ten construction Dream Toys list.

Updated classics are tipped for the top in the games category.

The TRA has unveiled its predictions for the top ten creative toys this Christmas.

Classic brands are the winners in the Dream Toys top ten pre-school list.

Licensed toys dominate the TRA's top toys for boys this year.

Evergreen ranges like Sylvanian and Barbie are joined by new IP's such as Monster High and Lalaloopsy.

A new top 12 has been added to the Dream Toys lists this year, judged by kids themselves.

The Toy Retailers Association has announced this year's top 12.

Suppliers at Dream Toys have been airing their views to ToyNews, expressing a mixture of delight and disappointment.

The media once again turned out in force for Dream Toys, but there was disappointment at ITV's breakfast TV snub.

Electronic learning products from VTech and Leapfrog lead the way for pre-schoolers.

Film and TV licences stay strong, with Ben 10, Star Wars, Doctor Who and Toy Story all included.

Dolls and animals dominate the girls category, with Mattel, Vivid, Hasbro, Flair and Corinthian all listed.

Toy Retailers Association unveils the top toys which are set to dominate this Christmas.