Mattel brings joy to sick children

Mattel Inc has set up a Play and Learning Center at Shenzhen Children's Hospital, the country's first in a hospital, as the US-based toymaker continues its efforts to promote the healthy development of Chinese children.

The center, which was officially unveiled on Sept 22, aims to ease children's fears when they are receiving medical treatment and to improve their experience in the hospital through playing.

"The Play and Learning Center is designed to engage children in a fun and thoughtful way, providing them with a safe and positive environment that helps boost their mood and engage their minds," said Stephanie Cota, president of Mattel Children's Foundation and senior vice-president of global communications at Mattel.