July 2008 New Toys — American-Made

Blast Off! Paint-by-Number Chalkboard Mural by ELEPHANTS ON THE WALL

Kids will be setting their sights to the moon and back with this adorable paint-by-number wall mural. With this cute & whimsical spaceship chalkboard, kids can practice writing or keep track of their to-do list all under the watchful eye of a little martian. Launch date: January 2012. 4/27/2012 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Knightly Knotes Paint-by-Number Chalkboard Mural by ELEPHANTS ON THE WALL

This clever and adorable paint-by-number chalkboard mural will please any dragon lover. Just Tape, Trace & Paint. It is 4' x 4' and kids can repeat it in whole or in part as many times as they like. Launch date: April 2012. 4/27/2012 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Marble Copter by SKULLDUGGERY

Marble Copter is a brand new outdoor light up helicopter toy. Fling the Marble Copter up to 50 feet in the air using the launching wand, and watch as the copter lights up, glows in the dark, the light reflects off the hologram wings, and helicopters to the ground. Great nighttime fun for kids 8 and up. Launch date: May 2012. 4/24/2012 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Peg Stilts for Kids and Adults by PEGSTILTS.COM

Stilt walking is great for co-ordination, cognitive and physical development, balance, confidence, self-esteem, strength, and trust building, and is an extremely interactive activity. Kids' Peg Stilts are recommended for ages 8+ and/or for users under 5ft 2in tall. Kids stilts are available in heights of: 1', 1.5', 2', 2.5', and 3' tall. All stilts have adjustable nylon webbing straps that include Velcro. Straps are located at the toe, ankle, and knee; Knee also has a padding cup to increase stability and comfort. Re-claimed mountain bike tires are used on the peg bottom to increase traction and to absorb shock. Stilts are handmade with care and attention to detail by PegStilts.com and can be used by kids of most sizes. All PegStilts.com products are woman veteran handmade by Kricket Caffery in Portland, OR USA. 4/10/2012 (Price: $140.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pajaggle Board Game by PAJAGGLE INC

The award winning combination of a game, a brainteaser and a puzzle all rolled into one. Based upon concepts of spatial recognition and visual discrimination, the Pajaggle Board Game challenge players to quickly put unique pieces where they belong. Simple, right? Think again! Pick up a board and give it a try.
Awards: 2013 TDmonthly Seal of Approval, 2011 Tillywig  "Best Family Fun"; 2011 Major Fun: Keeper Award (First puzzle game to ever receive such an award); 2012 Astra  Best Game of the Year; 2012 Creative Child Magazine: Game of Year Award ( Watch Video) 3/26/2012 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lyla Tov Monsters by LYLA TOV MONSTERS

Lyla Tov Monsters are one of a kind, plush monsters. They are intended to make kids less afraid of monsters, after kids see how cute and cuddly they can be. "Lyla Tov Monsters' original design was by 3 year old (now 5) Lyla Black. The form and intent of the monsters is perfect for children as it was designed by one of their own," Eric Black, owner of Lyla Tov Monsters, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2010. 1/2/2012 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Everythingland Mailbox by METAMORPHIC TOYS

The Everythingland Mailbox is a kid-sized mailbox that will fit standard cards and letters.  Made from sturdy 275# corrugated cardboard with white paper linerboard the mailbox can be decorated using paint, markers, crayons, glued on paper, fabric, photographs, beads, stones, seashells and sculptural media. The mailbox is made personal and important to them and when the art project is complete the mailbox is a great prop for pretend play or daily family communications. "The design details of our product sets us apart; material selection, shape, fit, scale and function separates our toys from other corrugated cardboard toys as well as other toy mailboxes," David Berglund, president of Metamorphic Toys, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2011.
Awards: 2012 Dr. Toy Best Green Toys, 2012 Dr.Toy Best 20 for $20 12/8/2011 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Toobalink by METRE IDEAS AND DESIGN LLC

Toobalink is the only construction toy that uses paper towel tubes and toilet tissue tubes as a main building element.  A Toobalink set comes with all the pieces necessary to build a wide variety of connectors, which are then used to hold the tubes together to build large scale structures. Each Toobalink kit comes with 39 pieces, including brand new tubes so that kids can get building right away. Kids love it because they can collect more tubes to build bigger, better structures and parents love it because the extra building material is FREE. Made in the USA. Launch date: June 2012. 9/8/2011 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Green Toys™ Pink Dump Truck by GREEN TOYS INC.

Stay pretty in pink while getting down and dirty helping to save the planet. Made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic milk containers, the Green Toys™ Pink Dump Truck is ready for any task, hauling sand and rocks or dolls and diamonds with ease. This durable, eco-friendly rig is both safe and stylish, with no metal axels and a workable purple dumper. No BPA, phthalates, PVC, or external coatings. "The Green Toys™ Pink Dump Truck is an innovative twist on a longstanding classic: USA-made, 100% recycled, high-quality design and construction -- and stylishly colored for even the most particular palate," Cameron Passmore, marketing manager at Green Toys Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2011.
— In a March 2015 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Green Toys is their best-selling brand of eco-friendly toys. 9/2/2011 (Price: $27.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Green Toys™ School Bus by GREEN TOYS INC.

School's in session with the planet's favorite new kid in class - the Green Toys™ School Bus. Made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic milk containers that save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, this sturdy bus is ready to be loaded up for an earth-friendly ride to the classroom, a field trip, or whatever excursion little scholars see fit. The Green Toys School Bus goes to the head of the class for safety and eco-design, with no metal axels or external coatings. No BPA, PVC or phthalates. Packaged using only recycled and recyclable materials. "The Green Toys™ School Bus, like all Green Toys products, is made responsibly in the USA from 100% recycled plastic, and is still fun and appealing to youngsters of all ages," Cameron Passmore, marketing manager at Green Toys Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2011.
— Bebe Feimster, manager of Big Smile Toys/Hardware Center in Paoli, Pa., told TDmonthly in a March 2015 survey that the Green Toys School Bus is one of their best-selling "green" toys. 9/2/2011 (Price: $27.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Art Journal Kit - Turquoise by ARTTERRO

We've teamed up with Strathmore Artist Papers to create a unique place for budding artists to explore their creativity through art journaling. Learn fun doodling, drawing and collage techniques with inspiring materials! Five great colors to choose from, collect them all! Great for all ages.
— Linda Laramy, owner of Crackerjacks in Easton, Md., told TDmonthly in an October 2011 survey that diaries/journals are their best selling personalized or keepsake item. 9/2/2011 (Price: $12.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jumbo Marble Whacker by AMERICAN TOY, LLC

This Jumbo Marble Whacker is a two player marble game where players operate sets of Flippers and attempt to smack and whack a rolling marble into a goal. The game is played with 20 large one-inch diameter marbles. The Flippers are controlled by by pushing big wooden buttons at the sides of the game. All wood construction, and Made in America. "This is a brand new game with an old fashioned look and feel.  It is built to last for many years," Mike Spikes, owner of American Toy LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2011. 8/29/2011 (Price: $175) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Schoolhouse Naturals Play Furniture by MAPLE LANDMARK WOODCRAFT CO.

A nine piece set of simple durable hard maple furniture. Great for imaginative play. Chairs are 2" high and the table is 3 1/2" long. Crafted from responsibly harvested hardwood maple with laser engraved designs, this set comes shrink wrapped. Set comes unfinished, can be painted. "Simple furniture for basic play that can't be broken," Barbara Rainville, marketing manager at Maple Landmark Woodcraft, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2011. 8/29/2011 (Price: $18.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

POP-Dies by POP-UPs Etc.

POP-Dies are wafer thin dies, for use in Cuttlebug and other die cutting machines, to cut pop-up greeting cards. Launch date: February 2011. 8/26/2011 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

GEO-Dies by POP-UPs Etc.

GEO-Dies are wafer thin dies, for use in Cuttlebug and other die cutting machines, to cut geometric designs that, when flaps are folded (using duplex papers), create interesting patterns. Launch date: November 2010. 8/26/2011 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Christmas Shrinky Dinks in 3D by BSW TOY INC.

Kids can trace, bake, shrink and build their own Christmas ornaments in 3D. Classic Shrinky Dinks with a new 3D twist. Create trees, reindeer, presents and more. The new SmArt Studio 3D Shrinky Dinks® Christmas kit comes with 10 Shrinky Dinks Sheets and tracing sheets. Just follow the easy to use illustrated instructions and kids’ll be making their own 3D Christmas in no time. Smart Studios Shrinky Dinks are 100% Made in America. Launch date: August 2011. 8/12/2011 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mister Men and Little Miss Jigsaw Puzzle by NEW YORK PUZZLE COMPANY LLC

Mr. Happy, Mr. Strong, Miss Chatterbox...piece together all of your favorite characters from Roger Hargreaves' series of Mr. Men and Little Miss books.  Launched in 1971 after the creator's son asked him what a "tickle" looked like, the Mr. Men and Little Miss books have continued to remain an integral part of every child's introduction to reading. Launch date: March 2011. 8/12/2011 (Price: $15.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Garfield Comic Strip Jigsaw Puzzle by NEW YORK PUZZLE COMPANY LLC

Enjoy the exploits of this fat, lazy and lovable cat by piecing together over 70 Garfield comic strips, each a hand-picked favorite chosen by Garfield creator, Jim Davis.  Originally launched in 1978 and still having 200 million daily readers today, Garfield is the most widely syndicated comic strip in the world, making this 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle a great hit with teens and adults alike. Launch date: March 2011. 8/12/2011 (Price: $16.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Peter Rabbit - Character Vignettes Puzzle by NEW YORK PUZZLE COMPANY LLC

Piece together some of your favorite scenes and characters from Beatrix Potter's classic tales of Peter Rabbit and friends in this 500 piece jigsaw puzzle.  Made in the USA from extra thick chipboard to provide for a better quality fit. Features "80 point chipboard instead of the usual 67-70 point board in order to provide for better puzzle play," Adam Silver, VP Sales at New York Puzzle Company, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2011. 8/12/2011 (Price: $15.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Peter Rabbit - Country Stroll Floor Puzzle by NEW YORK PUZZLE COMPANY LLC

Jemima Puddle-duck and Mr. Tod take a stroll down a country road, while rabbits and other wildlife busily move about, in this 36-piece floor puzzle featuring Beatrix Potter's timeless art.  Made in the USA from extra-thick puzzle board and wrapped on both front and back for extra durability. Launch date: March 2011. 8/10/2011 (Price: $17.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Paddington Bear - Birthday Party Floor Puzzle by NEW YORK PUZZLE COMPANY LLC

36 piece Floor Puzzle featuring an image of a birthday party for the lovable Paddington Bear.  Made in the USA from extra thick puzzle board and litho-wrapped on both the front and back for outstanding durability.  Celebrate a child's birthday along with Paddington. It has "Sturdier and thicker pieces than most floor puzzles," Adam Silver, VP sales at New York Puzzle Company, told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 2011. 8/10/2011 (Price: $17.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wool Felt Bug Kit by ARTTERRO

Fun and easy to sew, colorful wool felt is perfect for making your own fuzzy caterpillars, dragonflies, ladybugs and more! With easy to follow tips and lots of examples for inspiration, use craft thread, beautiful ribbon and beads to make wings, eyes and antennae.  Make up to 7 creepy-crawly bugs! Two bonus projects in every kit! Turn the box into a mailbox, birdhouse or special treasure box. The inner tray is perfect for framing your art. Ages 8 and up
Awards: 2015 TDmonthly Magazine Top Toy Award; 2010 NAMTA (National Art Materials Trade Association) Best New Kids' Product 7/26/2011 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Build-A-Bot Shrinky Dinks in 3D by BSW TOY INC.

The new SmArt Studio 3D Shrinky Dinks Build-a-bot kit comes with 10 Shrinky Dinks Sheets and tracing sheets. Just follow the easy to use illustrated instructions and kids will be making their own  3D robots in no time in no time- up to 3000 combinations are possible. Smart Studios Shrinky Dinks are 100% Made in America. "These are the only Shrinky Dinks on the market that teach kids how to make real 3D figures," Andrew Tober, Director of Creative Development at BSW Toy, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2011. 6/24/2011 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pirate Shrinky Dinks in 3D by BSW TOY INC.

The new SmArt Studio 3D Shrinky Dinks Pirates kit comes with 10 Shrinky Dinks Sheets and tracing sheets. Just follow the easy to use illustrated instructions and kids will be making their own 3D armada in no time. Smart Studios Shrinky Dinks are 100% Made in America. "These are the only Shrinky Dinks on the market that teach kids how to make real 3D figures," Andrew Tober, Director of Creative Development at BSW Toy, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2011. 6/24/2011 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Trains and Tracks Shrinky Dinks in 3D by BSW TOY INC.

Create locomotives, trains stations, train tracks and more. The new SmArt Studio 3D Shrinky Dinks Trains & Tracks kit comes with 10 Shrinky Dinks Sheets and tracing sheets. Just follow the easy to use illustrated instructions and kids will be making their own 3D train station in no time. Smart Studios Shrinky Dinks are 100% Made in America. "These are the only Shrinky Dinks on the market that teach kids how to make real 3D figures," Andrew Tober, Director of Creative Development at BSW Toy, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2011. 6/24/2011 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]