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November 2008 Notable Toys — AllROCKIT 100 - The 80's Edition "One Track At A Time" is a deck of 100 rock and roll trivia cards each dedicated to one of the top-100 rock and roll songs of the '80s. There are five clues on the card. The player who guesses the song and artist in the fewest number of clues earns the points. The first player to rock and roll their way to 20 points wins the round. This product is a "price-sensitive Impulse Buy at the POP (something unique and affordable for the adults on the list while waiting to pay for the kids' stuff)," CEO Brett McAteer of Arteeno Entertainment Company Ltd. told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2, 2006. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21044 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 5 and up SKU or Item #: TTC2008 Launch Date: October 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
This award-winning chess teaching tool is now in a zippered cloth bag and ready to take along at a moments notice. The board has been redesigned to hold the pieces not in play at either side. This game received a Dr. Toy Top 10 Games Award in 1997 and an EDUSOURCE Top 10 Games Award in 1999, and a National Parenting Publications Award (NAPPA) in 2003. Launch date: October 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21043 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 5 and up SKU or Item #: 737102 Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
In this classic strategy game, players hop around the pond with their frog friends. It allows children to explore the boggy pond with their colorful and funny frogs. Players move their game pieces across the pond to win the game. "Our clever twist with magnets makes this game great for small hands; the magnets stack up high and the winner can clearly be seen. The magnetic pieces also help to make this game great for travel," Jessica McCulligh, in marketing at Dowling Magnets, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21042 (added 10/27/2008) . Phantom Self-Moving Chess From: EXCALIBUR ELECTRONICS Other products from EXCALIBUR ELECTRONICS
Age Range: 14 and up SKU or Item #: 740D Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Excalibur Electronics presents Phantom Force, a powerful chess set with one incredible trick–it moves pieces all on its own. Utilizing the latest in micro motor and magnet technology, Phantom Force brings chess computing into the 21st century. Phantom Force will play Knights, Pawns and other pieces, sliding them into position as if an invisible hand were controlling it. "Phantom Force Chess offers a wide variety of features, including sound effects, voice vocabulary in three languages, hint button, coaching mode, teaching mode for new players, time control, built-in dual chess clock display, in-game memory, adjustable LCD contrast, [and] auto-shut off, and [it] is designed with a storage compartment to hold your chessmen," Meg Sahdala, senior product manager at Excalibur Electronics Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. — As of 1.06.2011 this product was listed as a bestseller in the Games & Puzzle category on Toysrus.com. Pros: Helps hone logic skills; can be played alone. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21041 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 3 to 8 SKU or Item #: 926 Launch Date: September 2008 Gender: Girls
This holiday dress-up Sassy Pet Sak is a tote style and comes with a black lab puppy that is removeable. The bag measures 7" wide. "The design and unique choice of fashionable materials" set this item apart, Erika Radich, marketing manager for Douglas Company, told TDmonthly. "It is a toy and an accessory all in one!" Launch date: September 20, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21039 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 5 and up Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
This is the first minigolf course to take away and play anywhere, indoor or outdoor. It was a finalist for the Golf Europe product award in 2008. The set includes 13 obstacles, one club, two balls and a scorepad. The game can be played on grass, tarmac, carpet, wood floors or ice. Launch date: 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21038 (added 10/27/2008) . The Beverly Hills Puppy Club© plush line of products is ready to be spoiled by little girls. The “toy” toy dogs are a realistic–looking group of four popular pampered pups — Pug, Shih-tzu, Yorkie and Chihuahua — that are designed for ultimate cuddling, coddling and unconditionally limitless imaginative play. Fashion outfits and accessories are sold separately. Launch date: September 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21037 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 8 and up SKU or Item #: 65R12 Launch Date: October 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Megatop is a perimeter-weighted, precision-built, high-performance throw top invented by Alan Adler, the famous inventor of Aerobie flying rings and other Aerobie high-performance sports toys. Using its quick launch accelerator, a skilled player can achieve 3,000+ RPM spin rates. Creative tricks and challenging games provide hours of fun. The Megatop is made in the USA. Launch date: October 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21035 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 7 and up Launch Date: September 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Fuzion Electron is great for cruising the neighborhood or going big in the park, and it's perfect for all ages. The Electron features an innovative new folding mechanism and ultra-light, compact design so it can be taken anywhere with ease. Although it is a new model, the Fuzion Electron still uses the same Fuzion Steering Technology (FST) as the original Fuzion scooters for maximum carving. "Fuzion scooters are the only four-wheeled carving scooter[s] on the market," Akiko Ezuka, marketing coordinator for Nextsport Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21034 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 5 to 10 SKU or Item #: WH-925-1129 Launch Date: February 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Ms. Frizzle and her students take Young Scientists diving into slime, gel and goop with fabulous experiments. Young Scientists discover oobleck, produce glue from milk, grow jiggly marbles, make snow from super-absorbent crystals, form a bouncy ball, create slime, expand super-absorbent gel crystals, melt fake snow, learn about polymers, and much, much more. This polymeric kit includes extra super-absorbent crystals, gels and marbles to repeat the fun. "This series has won multiple awards, has been on TV shows, and has appeared in many articles. This great exposure makes this series a great addition to any specialty retail store," CEO Esther Novis of The Young Scientists Club told TDmonthly. February 2, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21033 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 2 to 8 Launch Date: September 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Each Snugaboo polyester fleece blanket is 30" x 30" and is trimmed in triple-stitched soft satin edging that will help it last through many adventures. The blankets even have two convenient silky satin pockets for little hands to snuggle in or to use to fly around. Six designs are available: Zeek, Daisy, Frankie, Boots, Noodles and Princess Aladreena. "Each Snugaboo hooded blanket matches a specific Snugaboo cartoon character and comes bundled with a package of temporary tattoo Freckle Rewards to promote good behavior in children," Sheila Oberaigner, CEO and Boo Master Select of Crushtown, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 7, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21032 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 1 to 4 SKU or Item #: MBY-001 Launch Date: January 2007 Gender: Boys And Girls
These waterproof coveralls offer toddlers full-body coverage and protection from the rain and elements. The lightweight, breathable coveralls can be worn outdoors in the rain and dirt or worn indoors for messy arts and crafts. They keep kids dry, clean and comfortable, and come with handy waterproof bag for travel. The product has dual front zippers for quick changes, a generous fit for easy movement, extra-heavyweight nylon reinforcement on the seat and knees, sealed seams for waterproof coverage, elasticized wrist and ankle cuffs that fit over mitts and boots, and an elasticized hood with a brim to shed water. Launch date: 2007. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21030 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 5 to 11 SKU or Item #: 1234 Launch Date: September 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
These 12" plush tooth fairy dolls are shaped as little fairies and come in boy and girl styles. The dolls hold a child's tooth in their shiny pouch, waiting for the tooth fairy to come. Launch date: September 6, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21029 (added 10/27/2008) . Jolly Jett celebrates the festivities of the winter season. Jett wears a darling cocktail dress with matching headband and shoes (the perfect attire for attending tons of holiday parties) and a pale, dove-gray faux fur jacket to keep her warm as she heads out in the snow. Each Jolly Jett doll comes with a perfectly scaled jingle bell wreath ornament. The doll is approximately 12" tall, articulated for movement, and comes with removeable hands for easy redressing. "Jolly Jett is a fantastic holiday collectible that is appropriate for any aged collector," Carol Roth, business development and PR director for Integrity Toys, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 15, 2008. THIS LIMITED EDITION DOLL SOLD OUT IN 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21028 (added 10/27/2008) . The Mini Treasury of 20 Storybook Classics From: NEW VIDEO GROUP INC. / A&E HOME VIDEO Other products from NEW VIDEO GROUP INC. / A&E HOME VIDEO
Age Range: 2 to 7 SKU or Item #: NNVG 146141 Launch Date: November 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
This four-DVD set includes 20 award-winning and best-selling children's stories colorfully adapted for the small screen. It provides hours of educational fun, with a helpful Read-Along option. From recent children’s best-sellers like "Karma Wilson’s Bear Snores On" and "Bear Wants More," to classic tales like Beverly Clearly’s "The Mouse and the Motorcycle," this value-priced gift set offers parents and children true storytelling treasures, expertly designed to enhance the reading experience. Together, these stories-on-video have won 35 awards including the Caldecott Medal, the NAPPA Gold Award and the Parents’ Choice Gold Medal. "The Scholastic Storybook Treasures series is produced by Weston Woods Studios. The stories are carefully adapted from the original books, and producers work with authors and illustrators to be sure the productions are faithful to the original stories," Beth Blenz-Clucas of Foundry Communications told TDmonthly. Launch date: November 18, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21027 (added 10/27/2008) . Sensitive Baby - Serena From: GOLDBERGER DOLL MFG. CO. INC Other products from GOLDBERGER DOLL MFG. CO. INC
Serena, a 13” all-soft-body baby doll has a charming vinyl face with a realistic baby expression and vinyl arms and feet. Her outfit is made of baby-soft knit fabric with woven gingham trim, all in pastel shades of aqua, pink and blue, and includes a matching sun hat. Her embroidered Sensitive Baby logo shows she’s safe to be around children and family members with allergies and asthma. "Sensitive Baby dolls are Certified asthma & allergy friendly™ by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)," Danielle Robitaille, account coordinator for G.S. Schwartz & Co., told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21026 (added 10/27/2008) . Silk Flower Four-Strand Necklace, Multi From: JACARANDA LIVING Other products from JACARANDA LIVING
SKU or Item #: AB111-SFQC Launch Date: September 2008 Gender: Girls
This necklace is made by hand in South Africa by a small group of Zulu women. It features silk flowers, semi-precious stones and beads in an original design. Launch date: September 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21024 (added 10/27/2008) . The peace sign is back in fashion. Girls can show off their peaceful side and inner fashionista with the Peace and Love Jewelry collection by Fashion Angels. The ring-shaped pendants come etched with the words “Peace & Love” and are embellished with Austrian crystals. They are adjustable, come packaged in a decorative gift box, and come in a silver-plated or antique-silver finish, with rainbow or crystal gems. Launch date: July 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21023 (added 10/27/2008) . Love - Hope - Peace - Believe. Fashion Angels Enterprises' Faith Inspired jewelry collection includes necklaces with cross-shaped pendants and circle-shaped pendants with a cross in the center. The necklaces are embellished with Austrian crystals for just the right amount of glam, and etched with inspirational words. They come in a sterling-silver-plated and antique-silver finish in a decorative gift box. "There is a wide variety of finishes and word combinations for everyone's taste," noted Sarah Koth, PR coordinator for Fashion Angels Enterprises. Launch date: July 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21022 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 8 and up SKU or Item #: 71001-06 Launch Date: July 2008 Gender: Girls
Wishing on stars is a thing of the past with the Wishes 2 Wear line from Fashion Angels Enterprises. Girls can write their wish on paper and slide it inside the pendant to wear close to the heart. The pendants have the sides — one with glam Austrian crystals and two with inspirational sayings such as "Peace - Live in Peace." The necklaces come with a chain and leather cord, with six different messages in antique brass or antique silver finish. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21021 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 2 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) SKU or Item #: TBD Launch Date: March 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This set of three different trucks includes a dump truck, fire engine and bulldozer. All have the same, popular, velvet-like flocking as the other Rubbabu vehicles, but have movable parts to encourage active play. Launch date: March 2009. (Product was formerly dist. by Plasmart) Awards: 2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Gold Seal. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21020 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 2 and up SKU or Item #: TBD Launch Date: March 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
These building blocks have soft connectors so children can easily build with them. They are tactile and great for early spatial learning. Awards: Parent's Choice Award 2010. Launch date: March 2009. (Product was formerly dist. by PlaSmart) ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21019 (added 10/27/2008) . Special Cross 40 Building Blocks From: BIM BOM TRADING INC. Other products from BIM BOM TRADING INC.
(Read Review) Age Range: 3 to 12 SKU or Item #: SC040 Launch Date: August 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
These blocks, designed in Italy, can be connected in four different ways (vertically, stacked, laterally, perpendicularly and obliquely). "The models that could be made with these building blocks, unlike ... others, are realistic reproductions. For example, the airplane model [looks like] a real airplane; the castle [resembles] a real castle, etc. From the educational point of view, Special Cross develops creativity and imagination in children, as well as precision and patience," Georgiy Saturchenko, president of Bim Bom Trading, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21018 (added 10/27/2008) . Claresa's Fairy Treasure Stones for Boys From: CLARESA THE FAIRY Other products from CLARESA THE FAIRY
Magical fairy dust reveals the fairy's treasure. Kids read Claresa's story of Fairy Treasure Stones, follow her instructions, and in the morning, the stone's treasure is revealed. The product is made in America. Claresa is "a fairy that is dedicated to bringing fun, imagination and quality into the lives of little fairy believers. Claresa has the highest standards because she believes they are an extension of her and a representation the fairy world," Clare Grindy, owner of Claresa the Fairy: Authentic Fairy Gifts, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 11, 2003. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21017 (added 10/27/2008) . Age Range: 0 to 5 Launch Date: June 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Kids are a total mess, so why fight it? Designed by a mom who was tired of designer bibs and duds stained after their first use, My Dirty Birdie™ tees and goodies are "pre-stained" in the sweetest way. Featured is the Football Playin’ tee, and there are many others to choose from, for both boys and girls. "They are fun and functional — no need to fret over a little drip or dirt," Erin Moyer, president and CEO of Progeny Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21016 (added 10/27/2008) .
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