Funky Planet Toys and Gifts is a St. Louis Area Toy Store and Board Game Store in Alton, Illinois. It’s one of the many fun things to do with kids in the Riverbend.

What's New in June 2026

The squishy craze has not plateaued. 

It became difficult to order sugar squishies last month, but now it's difficult to order any kind of squishy (well, except for sand and puffers). Luckily we pre-allocated a bunch of different kinds of squishies last April, so we're still getting weekly shipments.

Also, if you see someone selling "Sprite" Nee-Dohs, please know that these are bootlegs that have not been safety tested. Nee-Doh does not have any tie-ins with soda companies. Google's Gemini AI even says these are legitimate BUT THEY ARE NOT.

AI's bogus response about "Sprite Nee-Doh"
"By Schylling!"; Source: Ebay 😑😑😑

In non-squishy news, we now have Battle Box, VolleyShot, and Magshuto on display. Battle Box and VolleyShot have been store favorites for 2 years now, but Magshuto is new to us. Come try them out!

Demo games on tables surrounded by shelves of games
From left to right: Screwball Scramble 3, Super Stadium, Battle Box, Magshuto, VolleyShot

We're selling Okto Sensory Clay sets. They're great, I'll let this video do the talking...


The baby/toddler section is looking refreshed.

Two images of the baby section
 

Our vacation was fun, and we got to visit one toy store that was new to us. If you're ever in Hutchinson, MN I recommend you check out Act Your Age. Not only is it a great toy store, they have pinball and arcade games!

Interior shot of 'Act Your Age'
And a gigantic Hoberman Sphere

We've been placing orders for games, diecast vehicles, books, plush, and a bunch of other stuff. 
Also, starting today (June 12th) we're getting A TON of Dumpling Squishies. A company we love and trust has released a bunch of varieties. Follow our facebook/instagram to keep posted!

Update: Most of the dumplings sold out on June 13th, with the mini dumplings holding out until June 14th. Nee-Doh backorders are trickling in. DO NOT CALL FOR STOCK UPDATES. I'll just tell you we don't have them.

~David