Spent a relaxing, informative, and engaging hour or so at the Museo del Giocattolo e di Pinocchio. Anna, the woman who greeted me and told me about the museum, was a joy! She even let me practice my very poor Italian with her.
Part of the fun of this Museo is the scavenger hunt you can do to receive a prize. It is a great activity for both adults and children and serves as a way to both focus your attention and expand your view of the many cases of vintage toys and books.
The museum is extremely well laid out in a general chronological order that gives the visitor a good sense of how toys and toy-making changed and evolved with the addition of new materials, like metal and plastic.
Don't forget to look up to enjoy the dollhouses and linger a bit to watch the fascinating video on the third level.
Treat yourself (and your family) to this hidden treasure in Florence. You will not be disappointed.