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November 2008 Notable Toys — AllTail Wags Lucky Lady Helmet Cover From: TAIL WAGS HELMET COVERS INC. Other products from TAIL WAGS HELMET COVERS INC.
 Age Range: 1 and up Launch Date: November 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Ladybugs are often considered a symbol of good luck! This delightful red with black spots ladybug will bring a smile to every child lucky enough to wear one. Fun and safety team up in the adorable helmet covers from Tail Wags, useful for biking, skating, skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, and equestrian riding. Tail Wags Helmet Covers increase visibility, especially in low-light conditions, and are themed to work for both children and adults. "Kids WANT to wear their safety helmet when they have a helmet cover that they love!" stressed Karyn Climans, owner and creator of Tail Wags Helmet Covers. MSRP ranges from $30 to $45. Tail Wags was selected as a JPMA (Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association) Innovation Award Finalist and was chosen as a “Best Product for Babies and Kids 2008” by Orca Communications. The ABC Kids Expo named Tail Wags one of the “Top 10 Innovative Companies in the Juvenile and Safety Products Industry Worldwide."Launch date: November 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20569 (added 9/19/2008) .  Age Range: 6 and up SKU or Item #: 7 09743 20052 3 Launch Date: September 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Build the molecule that's responsible for building you. Learn more about the structure that makes life possible. DNA contains all the information needed to create and sustain life. Find out what makes DNA like a computer program that runs your body, learn how DNA clones itself and be astonished by the elegance and simplicity of the key to life. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20568 (added 9/19/2008) .  Age Range: 9 to 12 Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
With this 63-piece kit, kids can build all five Simple Machines at the same time. Students can construct, examine, and explain simple machines to develop a deeper understanding of how they make work easier. The set contains enough pieces to build a lever, pulley, inclined plane, wheel and axle, and wedge. Children can modify the machines with four included weights (two 5g and two 10g) and eight included rubber bands to explore effort, force, load, motion and distance. The labeled pieces assemble easily and separate to store. An Activity Guide is included. Launch date: January 31, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20566 (added 9/19/2008) .  Age Range: 1 to 8 SKU or Item #: C648 Launch Date: March 2008 Gender: Girls
The Watercolor Fairy outfit features a glitter lycra bodice and organza over a tulle tutu. It is available in XSC, SC and MC. Shown with a sequin tiara (A59-69) and iridescent glitter wings (A790-69), this costume was awarded Creative Child Magazine's Top Toy Award for 2008. "Our award-winning products have been proudly manufactured in the USA for over 15 years and use the finest fabrics and trims to create truly sophisticated dress-up apparel," Art Director Renee Stojek of A Wish Come True told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 1, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20563 (added 9/19/2008) . Politically WILD! Playing Cards From: NEWT'S PLAYING CARDS Other products from NEWT'S PLAYING CARDS
 Age Range: 6 and up Launch Date: August 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Newt's Playing Cards offers two different decks of Politically WILD! Playing Cards that hallmark various politicians, political celebrities and issues as wild animals and scenes. One deck is intended for Barack Obama and Democrats; the other for John McCain and Republicans. Sen. McCain has been drawn as a dinosaur, skunk and horse, and Sen. Obama as an ostrich, jaguar and baby boomer. While each deck supports the respected candidate, there are drawings of many other politicians and political celebrities — Sean Hannity as a kangaroo, Mike Huckabee as a Dodo bird, and Hillary Clinton as a lioness, for example. Launch date: August 15, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20561 (added 9/19/2008) . BaseballTalk Conversation Cards for the Entire Family From: U.S. GAMES SYSTEMS, INC. Other products from U.S. GAMES SYSTEMS, INC.
 Age Range: 6 and up Launch Date: August 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
This colorful and charming deck presents fascinating facts about America's favorite pastime. Each card poses an intriguing question designed to get conversations rolling at home, in school, at parties or on the road. There are no wrong or right answers. Participants just pick a card and start talking. "Unique questions get kids thinking and talking about their own ideas and experiences," Lynn Araujo, communications director for U.S. Games Systems, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20558 (added 9/19/2008) .  Age Range: All Ages Launch Date: February 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
"Catnap Kitties generate a patent-pending harmonic purr contained in a soft-bodied cat that feels and sounds so much like a real cat some people might not notice the difference," Owner Vivian Hoard of Catnap Kitties Inc. told TDmonthly. They are ideal for people with allergies; children who are denied a real pet cat; families whose real cat hisses at small children; people with special needs who cannot properly care for a real cat; anyone living where cats are not allowed; families who have a cat that needs “a night off”; and anyone who loves cats. Catnap Kitties recently won the 2008 Preferred Choice Award from Creative Child Magazine. Launch date: February 18, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20557 (added 9/19/2008) . Battery Operated Sir Topham Hatt Figure 8 From: LEARNING CURVE Other products from LEARNING CURVE
 Age Range: 30 and up Launch Date: December 2007 Gender: Boys And Girls
This 26-piece introductory set includes a complete figure 8 of track with a riser to support the overpass, a train car and a battery-operated Thomas the Tank Engine character train. Thomas runs on his own at the touch of a button, pulling cars behind him. Children can stop him at the station of Sir Topham Hatt, allowing them to act out their favorite Thomas stories or invent their own. It is fully compatible with all other Thomas the Tank Engine wooden railway sets. — “Thomas the Train has had major resurgence,” said Christine Osborne, owner of Wonder Works in Charleston, S.C., when asked in October 2008 about top-selling hobby items. — “We sell Thomas trains; [they] would be our best selling,” answered Terry Young, owner of Doodlehopper 4 Kids in Springfield, Va. — Amy Barrett, owner of Lasso the Moon Wonderful Toys in Helena, Mont., told TDmonthly in October 2008 that Thomas the Tank Engine is one of her overall best sellers. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20556 (added 9/19/2008) .  Age Range: 5 and up Launch Date: September 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
The dorm-style beanbag is feather-light and filled with expanded polystyrene beads. It's covered in the hottest fashion trend colors and materials. Personalization is available. The beanbag offers "totally versatile kids' seating that looks good and is superbly comfortable," SVP Lonnie Scheps of Hudson Industries told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20555 (added 9/19/2008) . PakNaks are soft, rubbery 3-D decorations designed for kids (and adults!) to use to personalize backpacks, lunch bags, headbands, computer bags, household items and more. There are more than 40 available designs. Customized Velcro makes them interchangeable and weather resistant, and they quickly and easily adhere to surfaces. Robert measures 2.5” x 2.5”. — “PakNaks are from a new little small company, and we’ve been selling them like hotcakes since Easter,” said Michelle Smith, owner of Piccolo Mondo Toys in Portland, Ore., in December 2008. “We were the first ones to launch them.” ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20554 (added 9/19/2008) . Suitable for ages 18 months and up, 12” Calin Darling has a soft, beanbag body and is easily poseable. She also has go-to-sleep eyes. — “I love Corolle dolls,” said Michelle Smith, owner of Piccolo Mondo Toys in Portland, Ore., at the end of 2008, about this best seller in her store. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20553 (added 9/19/2008) . Calico Critters Beagle Dog Twins From: INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC Other products from INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC
 These twin doggies, William and Fiona, join the cute cast of characters that make up the Calico Critters world. They love to play in the sandbox together, and wear pastel blue and pink outfits. — Calico Critters are strong sellers at Piccolo Mondo Toys in Portland, Ore., according to Owner Michelle Smith, who spoke with TDmonthly in December 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20552 (added 9/19/2008) . Prince Lionheart Balance Bike From: PRINCE LIONHEART INC. Other products from PRINCE LIONHEART INC.
 Age Range: 3 to 5 Launch Date: October 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Prince Lionheart Balance Bike is the only spoked wheel "like the big kids have" on the market to date. It features quality construction from plantation timber as well as a height-adjustable seat for the growing child. The bike promotes gross motor skills, primarily in balance and coordination. Launch date: October 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20551 (added 9/19/2008) . Loopdidoo From: PORCHLIGHT HOME ENTERTAINMENT Other products from PORCHLIGHT HOME ENTERTAINMENT
 Based on the popular comic books "Grabouillon" by Alexis Nesme, "Loopdidoo," an animated children's program, features a goofy dog named Loopdidoo and his 5-year-old owner and best friend, Petunia, who find everyday life to be one big adventure. Seemingly harmless situations soon turn into breakneck adventures, especially when Loopdidoo throws his well-meant enthusiasm in the balance. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20589 (added 9/19/2008) . Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Age Range: All Ages Launch Date: July 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Made to resemble the Tiger mascot of the University of Missouri, this quality plush backpack has adjustable straps and center compartment that zips shut. Launch date: July 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20588 (added 9/19/2008) . Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Age Range: All Ages Launch Date: July 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
No one will doubt an individual's support for his or her favorite team when they're wearing this plush mascot backpack, outfitted with a zippered compartment and adjustable straps. It is available for the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and various other collegiate teams. Launch date: July 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20587 (added 9/19/2008) . Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Age Range: All Ages Launch Date: July 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
This mascot backpack invites the ultimate in team spirit for the Georgia Bulldogs. It is made of quality plush and features adjustable nylon straps plus a zippered center compartment. It can be displayed with other collegiate gear, on a rack or on a mannequin. Launch date: July 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20586 (added 9/19/2008) .  Ideal for creating a full room for toddlers, this set includes easy-to-assemble pieces that form a bed with a sturdy steel frame and removable bedrails, a toy organizer and table and chairs. It is recommended for children ages 18 months to 5 years. The weight limit is 50 lbs. The toy organizer includes nine storage bins and is easy to clean. The table and chairs set is made of wood and MDF. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20585 (added 9/19/2008) .  Build 28 important molecules using atoms as your building blocks. Life is composed chiefly of Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen and Nitrogen, use the enclosed molecule cards as your guide to build water, carbon dioxide and a lot more. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20550 (added 9/19/2008) .  The Adventurer kit now comes in a tough, part-sorting case. You can even customize it for special parts like Colored Balls, Greens, Half Blues, or Super-Short Reds. 236 Parts: 50 white nodes, 30 each of 3 lengths blue struts, 20 each of 3 lengths yellow struts, and 12 each of 3 lengths red struts. Concise color instruction booklet, with models, bubble recipe, and more. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20549 (added 9/19/2008) .  This structure is the form of a virus, but it's been flattened by the extreme gravity of another world. Don't worry, it's harmless to humans. FYI: The shape's official geometrical name is "Squashed Fractal Icosahedron". 123 parts: 33 white nodes, 30 blue struts, 30 yellow struts, 30 red struts each in 3 different sizes. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20548 (added 9/19/2008) .  A great way to introduce young minds to Zome, already used successfully in thousands of schools worldwide! Includes 388 Zome components, Zome Learning Adventures Volume 1, an interactive DVD (or Video cassette) full of “funstructional” activities, and the Bubble Adventures activity book (3 volumes in one). ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20547 (added 9/19/2008) .  In this book, a brawny bear is captured and put in a cage to entertain people because he has an ear for the sounds and music of nature. It's not until he's "wild and unrestrained," however, that he can truly dance. The 32-page book is written by Jan Wahl and illustrated by Monique Felix. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20546 (added 9/19/2008) .  This 32-page book written by Rita Marshall and illustrated by Etienne Delessert tells the story of Victor Dickens, who tells his teacher and his parents that he can't stand to read, but one night discovers the life in simple words on a page. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20545 (added 9/19/2008) .
Now even the tinest Baby can have a Zoobie. The Baby Mashaka plush toy un-Velcroes to become a comfy pillow, then unzips to transform into an infant-sized blanket. The blanket even features fuzzy "comfort corners" to stimulate Baby's interest in textures. Release date: 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20531 (added 9/18/2008) .
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