Each KiDS ScoreCard reusable sticker cling and game board set includes team logos, baseball stickers and 20 players’ clings, as well as a playing field and scoring sections. It allows individuals to follow their favorite sports, teams and players, whether at a game, on the road or at home, and is ideal for collecting, playing and trading. “It is the first collectible that can be used at the game and as a game!” Richard L. Vickroy, director of operations for KiDS ScoreCard, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 1, 2007.

The ancient boomerang whirls into modern times with the Accu-Boom, which boasts a state-of-the-art design. When thrown out vertically it flies up, makes a 180-degree left turn, and then slows down and returns to horizontal flight so the user can catch it with both hands. Its three wavy blades work on an airfoil principle that ensures flight stabililty. "As it slices through the sky, this sleek, cool-looking boomerang toy introduces children to the principles of physics," Public Relations Director Jill Beaverson of Amazing Innovations told TDmonthly.

This ornament/figurine has its own character and can be displayed year round on a desk, shelf or next to a trophy collection. It also makes a great tree ornament, a wonderful addition to any gift basket and an ideal tournament gift. The figurine is made of durable, soft PVC and comes with a detachable stand. Launch date: December 10, 2006.

This ornament/figurine has its own character and can be displayed year round on a desk, shelf or next to a trophy collection. It also makes a great tree ornament, a wonderful addition to any gift basket and an ideal tournament gift. The figurine is made of durable, soft PVC and comes with a detachable stand. Launch date: December 10, 2006.

This ornament/figurine has its own character and can be displayed year round on a desk, shelf or next to a trophy collection. It also makes a great tree ornament, a wonderful addition to any gift basket and an ideal tournament gift. The figurine is made of durable, soft PVC and comes with a detachable stand. Launch date: December 10, 2006.

This ornament/figurine has its own character and can be displayed year round on a desk, shelf or next to a trophy collection. It also makes a great tree ornament, a wonderful addition to any gift basket and an ideal tournament gift. The figurine is made of durable, soft PVC and comes with a detachable stand. Launch date: December 10, 2006.

This ornament/figurine has its own character and can be displayed year round on a desk, shelf or next to a trophy collection. It also makes a great tree ornament, a wonderful addition to any gift basket and an ideal tournament gift. The figurine is made of durable, soft PVC and comes with a detachable stand. Owner Art Barnes of Be the Ball 4 U told TDmonthly that people may hang the figurines “off their golf bags, or on their golf trees or Christmas trees.” Launch date: December 10, 2006.

This ornament/figurine has its own character and can be displayed year-round on a desk, shelf or next to a trophy collection. It also makes a great tree ornament, a wonderful addition to any gift basket and an ideal tournament gift. The figurine is made of durable, soft PVC and comes with a detachable stand. “Their versatility to be enjoyed year-round,” sets these ornaments apart, said Owner Art Barnes of Be the Ball 4 U. Launch date: December 10, 2006.

CliCs are a new advance in eyewear with substantial improvements over traditional glasses. They feature a patented neodymium magnetic closure at the bridge of the nose that allows CliCs to use a combined adjustable headband and neck strap. CliCs stay in place while being worn and hang comfortably when not in use. They are perfect for all reader, magnifier or cheater wearers, and can be adjusted to fit almost any size head. “There is no product like CliCs on the market,” said Ellen Hollin of YTM Gifts, a wholesale distributor of Clics. “They are ideal for the specialty toy market for adults who are still kids at heart!” Launch date: January 2007.

CliCs are a new advance in eyewear with substantial improvements over traditional glasses. They feature a patented neodymium magnetic closure at the bridge of the nose that allows CliCs to use a combined adjustable headband and neck strap. CliCs stay in place while being worn and hang comfortably when not in use. They are perfect for all reader, magnifier or cheater wearers, and can be adjusted to fit almost any size head. “CliC is the future of Eyewear, keeping up with today’s fast pace of life,” said Ellen Hollin of YTM Gifts, a wholesale distributor of Clics. “They are great for all hobbyists, crafters and modelers, and even for those who have real occupations!” Launch date: January 2007.

The Tonka Light Command Sanitation Truck is a light activated vehicle with light and sound features and a removable flashlight. The bonus is the motorized functions are activated when you shine the flashlight on the sensor located on the vehicle! The flashlight can easily snap back on the vehicle for storage and to carry the vehicle with you wherever you go!

This white L.E.D. disc light securely attaches to flying discs for play in low-light and after-dark situations. It is lightweight and water resistant, and comes with long-life replaceable batteries. It is easy to install and has a push-button on/off switch. “This is the only product on the market that is an actual retrofit kit to transform a standard flying disc into an L.E.D. light-up flying disc. Now, the fun doesn’t have to stop just because the sun is going down!” Marketing Manager Brenda Isaac of Nite Ize told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 1, 2007.

This set for two players includes two jumbo tennis rackets, one tennis net with a frame, two inflatable tennis balls and one pump. "I played with it for 40 seconds and the handle broke," reported a TDmonthly reviewer, who described the toy as being constructed of  "inexpensive materials" and "not durable."

Pogo Roo Jr. Pogo Stick is a one-piece injection-molded frame with a uniformly coiled high-tension steel safety spring and exclusive, patented Duraguard spring cover for added safety.  The heavy-duty jumping pole is made of welded tubular steel and comes with a urethane cushion tip that will not damage floors.  This toy is perfect for young jumpers and can support 40 to 80 lbs.  Launch date: January 2007.

Pogo Roo Pogo Stick is a one-piece injection-molded frame with a uniformly coiled high-tension steel safety spring and exclusive, patented Duraguard spring cover for added safety.  The heavy-duty jumping pole is made of welded tubular steel and comes with a urethane cushion tip that will not damage floors.  This toy is perfect for young jumpers and can support 75 to 150 lbs.  Launch date: January 2007.

Teamhead (hat), plush mascot, and plush mascot keychain.

Teamhead (hat), plush mascot, and plush mascot keychain.

Teamhead (hat), plush mascot, and plush mascot keychain.

Teamhead (hat), plush mascot, and plush mascot keychain.

These shoes have curved springs attached to the base so that when the wearer presses his or her feet downward, the pressure of the weight creates gravitational energy. The integral super-charged springs push back, giving one the ability to jump to incredible heights and run with huge strides at amazing speed. Powershoes combine the idea of spring shoes, stilts and pogo sticks, and take it to a whole new level.

This colorful volleyball with patches of denim has an 8.5” diameter. It is available in three styles.

This is kid-powered fun! Power Bands create the ricochet action of air hockey with no electricity needed! The Carpet Puck™ glides across the carpet with the thrilling speed found in arcades. This lightweight puck simulates real puck action. The plastic game frame confines play to a 2' x 5' area that is expandable to 5' x 5' for four players. The frames easily come apart for storage. X-treme Carpet Hockey can also be played on hardwood floor surfaces.

The small, lightweight, durable binoculars offer magnification at six times the power of the naked eye. They are sized for small faces and feature rubberized grips, a wrist strap and a carrying case. Kids can watch birds in a nest, squirrels in the trees, or mom heading into the backyard to bring them another bowl of popcorn. “Specialty toy stores look for products that provide kids with fun, lasting and educational experiences. The Explorer Ops Binoculars are playful and practical — they motivate kids to go outdoors and explore nature or create their own imaginative play scenarios,” Kim Bratcher of Wild Planet told TDmonthly. The product received a 2007 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio “Best Toy Award” Gold Seal. Launch date: March 2007.

Kids can play Scoot-N-Shoot Soccer for fun, soft and safe indoor sports play. It comes with one ball and one low-profile goal. The super skid base keeps the ball sliding low to the ground with easy control, so the ball never rolls away. This game builds confidence, courage and gross motor skills.

This hockey set brings hockey to a new playing field. It includes two 18” hockey sticks and The Carpet Puck, designed to create hours of indoor knee hockey fun. The puck is made of friction-resistant plastic to glide over carpet and durable soft foam to bounce off walls. It works on hard floors, too, and received The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval 2006. Launch date: October 2006.
— Kate Tatem, Junior Account Executive for Productivity Inc. said, “I’ve played around a bit with it in the office, and it’s really fun! Probably the best thing about it is how it lets you practice a game indoors that is typically confined to a hockey rink.” Just don’t check against Mom’s china cabinet or Dad’s flat-screen TV.