Marisa LaScala
Deputy Editor
Marisa (she/her) has covered all things parenting, from the postpartum period through the empty nest, for Good Housekeeping since 2018; previously, she wrote about parents and families at Parents and Working Mother. She lives with her toy-collecting husband and daughter in Brooklyn, where she can be found helping out her team at bar trivia or posting about movies on Twitter and Bluesky.
Latest from Marisa LaScala
Our Kid Testers Raved About This Crayola Toy—Now It's on Sale for Under $20
It’s been a great addition to our craft-supply box.
CPSC Announces Multiple Squishy Toy Recall Due to Serious Risk
Get rid of these if you have one.
The Stickerbox Is the First AI-Enabled Toy to Win Over Our Toy Testers
The key? It’s not a chatbot.
60 Totally Awesome '80s Costume Ideas That Are Retro Cool
Whether you buy or DIY, these ideas take Halloween to the max.
30 Best Toys for 18-Month-Old Toddlers Who Are Super Playful
Find their favorite characters, educational toys, and award-winning favorites.
70 Best Halloween Costume Ideas for Kids, Because October 31 Is Right Around the Corner
Video game characters, superheroes, and KPop Demon Hunters are going to be everywhere.
The Unexpected Rise of Mac & Cheese Toys
Good Housekeeping Institute toy testers couldn’t get enough of these cheesy picks.
The Best Toys for Tweens Who Still Love to Have Fun
Our kid testers over the age of 10 loved these collectibles, board games, and DIY projects.
24 Best Toys for Kids Who Are Only Growing More Discerning
These Good Housekeeping Best Toy Award-winning squishies, DIY kits, family games, and more were a hit with our 8- to 10-year-old testers.
35 Best Gifts for 11-Year-Olds That Tweens Will Flip For
They'll love these creative games, fun accessories, affordable room decor, and more.
35 Best Toys and Gifts for 7-Year-Old Girls Who Love Everything Adorable
Kid toy testers told us what they liked in no uncertain terms!