November 2007 New Toys — All

DeLuxe Snap Rover SCROV-50 by ELENCO

With this deluxe version, kids can build their own RC Snap Rover using the colorful Snap Circuits parts that come with the kit. There is no soldering required; all the parts simply snap together with ease. Once the Snap Rover is completed, kids can navigate their surroundings with the easy-to-use remote control. The Deluxe features a disc shooter, a digital voice recorder, music sounds, a wireless microphone and more than 20 other experiments.
— "The Deluxe Snap Rover comes with remote control and can be navigated both forward and backward. It all snaps together with ease and comes with a full assembly manual,” said Walter Larsen, national sales manager for Elenco. 9/6/2007 (Price: $99.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hydrolab - Model EDU-8740 by ELENCO

Part of Elenco's Power Tech Series, the Hydrolab is a complete greenhouse system for cultivating plants and vegetables in an indoor environment, without soil, using a modern hydroponics system. The kit comes with a base, an adjustable translucent observation cover, four growing trays, a fertilizer tank, safe chemicals and bedding for propagating the growth of plants.
— Isis Latham, owner of Sugar Snaps Kids in Nashua, N.H., said in summer 2007 that Elenco is the best-selling line of science and nature toys in his store.
— Latham said he sells about 25 items in the Elenco line on a monthly basis.
— "The Hydrolab allows kids and adults to grow plants and vegetables indoors without the use of soil. It comes with everything one needs for a productive indoor growing environment," said Walter Larsen, national sales manager for Elenco. 9/6/2007 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

It's a Big Game Charlie Brown by VIVA MEDIA

Good Grief! Charlie Brown hasn’t got anyone on his team and it’s up to you to help him! Join Americans favorite blockhead on an unforgettable sports adventure.  Enjoy hours of classic Peanuts fun as you explore the neighborhood, meet the peanuts gang, and discover the puzzles and challenges that lead to the Big Game. 9/5/2007 (Price: $19.99)

Lime Purse by FRECKLES & MAYA GIRLS ACCESSORIES USA

From her tiny tap shoes through the years to holding her makeup, your little princess will use this forever! The opening has two top drawstrings with pom-poms designed for little hands to pull closed. Washable and reversible, be careful, though, these well-built little gems dislike a hot dryer. The inside of the Pom-Pom Purse has a shiny, silky satin with an original design copyrighted by the creators of Freckles & Maya™ accessories.
Little girls will have a hard time deciding which way they like wearing it better the satin side or the lush fleece! 9/5/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pink Hombre Purse by FRECKLES & MAYA GIRLS ACCESSORIES USA

From tiny tap shoes to makeup, little princesses will use this bag for years. The opening has two top drawstrings with pom-poms designed for little hands to pull closed. It is washable and reversible, but dislikes a hot dryer. The inside of the Pom-Pom Purse has a shiny silky satin with an original design copyrighted by the creators of Freckles & Maya accessories. 9/5/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Blue Radiance Backpack by FRECKLES & MAYA GIRLS ACCESSORIES USA

These are the same backpacks Gramcracker sewed for the girls in the first original story about Freckles & Maya! So soft and cuddly and perfect for carrying all her secret treasures. Washable and reversible, be careful, though, these well-built little packs dislike a hot dryer. The opening has two top drawstrings with pom-poms designed for little hands to pull closed. ( Watch Video) 9/5/2007 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Very Berry Backpack by FRECKLES & MAYA GIRLS ACCESSORIES USA

These are the same backpacks Gramcracker sewed for the girls in the first original story about Freckles & Maya! So soft and cuddly and perfect for carrying all her secret treasures. Washable and reversible, be careful, though, these well-built little packs dislike a hot dryer. The opening has two top drawstrings with pom-poms designed for little hands to pull closed. ( Watch Video) 9/5/2007 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sunday School Music Time for Parents and Grandparents by ROBYN DUPUIS ENTERPRISES LLC

This 56-track record of classic sunday school songs includes “Love, Love, Love, Do Lord,” “The Wise Man” “The Foolish Man” and more. The songs are sung in a simple, clear style so that the entire family can easily learn the words and sing along. ( Watch Video) 9/4/2007 (Price: $14.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

All Four Seasons Music Time for Parents and Grandparents by ROBYN DUPUIS ENTERPRISES LLC

The CD includes 58 classic children songs for each of the four seasons of the year and ten popular holidays. Seasonal and holiday songs include “Frosty,” “Over the River and Through the Woods,” “Five Little Pumpkins” and much more. 9/4/2007 (Price: $14.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BossMan Action Figure (Clown / Devil Version) by HAPPY WORKER INC.

The 6” BossMan can be a workplace hero or villain. He comes with three interchangeable Bossy Mood Faces (Office Clown, Boss from Hell and Serious Boss faces), a Wisdom Amplifier (megaphone), a Magical Management Stogie (cigar), a Wireless Worker Leash (cell phone) and more. BossMan even comes with a manual detailing his powers, vulnerabilities and catchphrases. 9/4/2007 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

MoneyMan Action Figure by HAPPY WORKER INC.

Money-hungry financial hero MoneyMan stands 6” tall. He comes bankrolled with a Super Weapon of Choice (cold hard cash), a pair of Finance-O-Vision (spectacles), an Imaginary Number Generator (calculator), a Document Storage Vault (briefcase), a Backup Savings Account (piggy bank) and an Evidence Eliminator (paper shredder). MoneyMan even comes with his very own manual. 9/4/2007 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

GeekMan Action Figure by HAPPY WORKER INC.

The plastic superhero GeekMan stands 6” tall and can be posed in lots of nerdy positions. He comes equipped with a Visual Input Device (removable glasses), a Cerebral I/O and Trusty Sidekick (laptop), a Geek Battery Charger (coffee mug) and more. GeekMan comes with a manual detailing his superpowers, vulnerabilities and catchphrases. 9/4/2007 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

SuperMom Action Figure by HAPPY WORKER INC.

A heroine for hard working moms, the SuperMom figure stands 6” tall. She comes equipped with a Little Angel and Mini Monster (baby), a Calm Mom Head, a Frazzled Mom Head, Fashionable Footwear in the form of work heels and mothering shoes, a Super-Long To-Do List and more. SuperMom also comes with an owner’s manual detailing her superpowers and catchphrases. 9/4/2007 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jelly Stones (Smart Tube) by DUNECRAFT INC.

These amazing chips of rock are super-absorbent and can grow from the size of a small pebble to a large stone in a matter of minutes. This Jumbo Test Tube comes with three different primary colors to mix and create custom hues of Jelly Stones. Instructions, experiment ideas and scientific explanations behind the science are included. “Jelly Stones are able to absorb 200 times their volume of water and are completely reusable,” Dunecraft Inc. Public Relations Specialist Alicia Borley told TDmonthly. “Jelly Stones teach lessons on polymers, saturation, osmosis, polar molecules and more!” Launch date: 2006. 9/4/2007 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Instant Solid Powder (Smart Tube) by DUNECRAFT INC.

Super-absorbent, this slush powder can absorb tap water and immediately solidify. The large Instant Solid Powder Smart Tube test tube comes with powder, three food-coloring tablets and lots of fun experiment and project ideas. “The Instant Solid Powder Smart Tube can absorb 200 to 300 times its weight in water and hold it in a gooey gel.” Dunecraft Inc. Public Relations Specialist Alicia Borley told TDmonthly. “Kids can learn all about osmosis, polymers, saturation and more with this exciting Smart Tube.” Launch date: 2006. 9/4/2007 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ivy Rock Garden by DUNECRAFT INC.

This complete rock garden kit allows kids to grow lush, trailing Boston Ivy plants. These large, fast-growing and beautifully foiled plants hail originally from East Asia. Launch date: February 2007. 9/4/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Witches' Woods by DUNECRAFT INC.

The mystical garden contains legendary witches’ plants used to make flying potions, ward off the Evil Eye, and more.  This terrarium kit comes with five color seed packs, witches' stakes, decals, glow in the dark bugs and more. “The included instruction manual contains information on growing, harvesting and using the plants, as well as in-depth information on [their] history and lore,” Dunecraft Inc. Public Relations Specialist Alicia Borley told TDmonthly.  Launch date: October 2006. 9/4/2007 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

University Games - Dr. Seuss 4–in–1 Card Games (Tin) by UNIVERSITY GAMES

This four-in-one card game assortment is based on four of Dr. Seuss’s most popular books: The Cat in the Hat; How the Grinch Stole Christmas; One Fish, Two fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish!; and Thidwick the Big-Hearted Moose. Each card game in this family-fun assortment can be learned in five minutes. Launch date: September 2007. 9/4/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

University Games - Big Brain Academy Card Game (Tin) by UNIVERSITY GAMES

At the Big Brain Academy, players must focus on both speed and accuracy. This brain-challenging game tests players in five fun categories: analysis, computation, identification, memorization and thinking. Players receive a medal for every correct answer; the player with the most gold medals at the end of the game wins. Launch date: September 2007. 9/4/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

University Games - Very Hungry Caterpillar Card Game (Tin) by UNIVERSITY GAMES

Kids can discover the magical world of Eric Carle, while learning all the days of the week. In this educational game, kids follow the caterpillar as he eats his way through fruits and party foods and turns into a beautiful butterfly. This game comes with 54 cards and simple instructions. Launch date: September 2007. 9/4/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

University Games - Man Bites Dog by UNIVERSITY GAMES

Players are dealt a hand of cards containing words, each with a point value. Each player strives to create a headline that will yield the most points and the most laughs. The first player to get to five hundred points wins. This game is a great way for both kids and adults to have fun with language. 9/4/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

University Games - I Have… by UNIVERSITY GAMES

This fast-moving and fun game combines luck and speed. Players listen for an animal’s name; the player in possession of the corresponding card must quickly flip the card and then announce the next animal. The first player to get rid of all his cards wins. This game will help children build letter recognition and strengthen their vocabulary skills. The game comes with 48 animal cards. Launch date: 2004. 9/4/2007 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

High School Musical Uno Card Game by MATTEL INC.

This High School Musical edition of the traditional Uno game comes with an exclusive Duet card and a special rule. Soar above the competition and then yell “Uno!” to win. Launch date: September 2007. 9/4/2007 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

PEM Trucks Western Star Log Truck by TONKIN REPLICAS INC.

This replica of the Western Star Log Truck features opening doors, rolled-down windows, a full timber load, a pickaxe, a shovel and a stacking trailer with removable gun barrels. Launch date: August 2007. 9/4/2007 (Price: $54.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Little Labs: Plants by THAMES & KOSMOS

Kids can learn how plants germinate from seeds, how they grow, what they need to grow, what they produce, how their roots, stems and leaves function and more. The set comes with an easy-to-follow, 16-page color manual. “All Little Labs guidebooks are written in both English and Spanish…[and] include simple pictorial instructions with just enough text to reinforce vocabulary and aid in language learning,” Christa Raimondo Cronin, customer service representative at Thames & Kosmos, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2007. 9/4/2007 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]