March 2012 New Specialty Toys — Educational

MightyMind develops creativity & helps children understand visual/spatial relationships. A great confidence builder in a fun, purposeful format. Children learn to solve puzzles entirely on their own. Starting with the simple concept of manipulating shapes, kids follow a logically programmed sequence of patterns, learning how to manipulate different geometric shapes to build pictures of increasing complexity. This set features a zoo theme and puzzles that include animal shapes.
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These construction sets offer exciting insights into the world of technics and also foster the technical skills of all amateur craftsmen. Thanks to the pre-cut wooden pieces budding craftsmen have immediate construction pleasure without having to do any sawing. Thanks to the easy to read instructions assembling the pieces is very simply. The construction sets bring physics within easy reach and are real fun to assemble, and then to observe and test the results.

From Basher, the illustrator who showed the periodic table in a whole new light and gave us his fresh spin on physics, biology, astronomy, rocks and minerals, planet earth and chemistry, comes a book that shines its light into our magical and mysterious oceans. Not content to stay on dry land, Basher takes to the high seas in this friendly guide to everything above and below the oceans. Meet the members of the Shoreline Gang, the Deep-down Dandies, and the characters in the Open-water Crew. Encounter deep trenches, curious creatures, mountains taller than any one will find on land, and the mixers and stirrers that keep the water flowing. Throughout it all, Basher’s bold, cheerful artwork pairs with rock solid scientific information to personalize readers’ understanding of Earth’s mysterious underwater world. Bonus: includes a pull out poster of the oceanic characters. Launch date: March 27, 2012.

An innovative solar science kit that encourages children to exercise their sense of creativity and imagination. It features all snap together plastic parts (no screws, tools required), solar panel and accessories. It is incredibly easy to assemble the 7 different modules: 2 power charging stations and 5 different vehicles. The transforming rechargeable station has 2 output plugs; one for solar recharging and the other for battery recharging. Amazingly, the battery charging station can bring the selected unit to full power in about 5 seconds and the solar recharging station will fully recharge in approximately 120 seconds. The fun time - run time is approximately 50-80 seconds. Similar to OWI's other mini solar kits, if you have sun, you have power. Enjoy five different vehicles: Solar Car, Concept Car, Bulldozer, Dump Truck and Concept Race.

Introducing Corry Lapont: 12-year-old and aspiring "green" engineer. This dynamic title takes the form of Corry's scrapbook. It's a dazzling collection of postcards, brochures and other memorabilia documenting Corry's research into green design. Kid-friendly language explains the engineering behind some of the planet's most cutting edge towers, bridges, tunnels, domes, dams, dikes, locks and levees. These structures include the Vizcaya Bridge in Spain, where gondolas transport cars over the Nervion River, and the Channel tunnel, where trains speed between England and France in just 35 minutes. Readers will explore the environmental impact of structures, such as the pros and cons of dam construction and how rainwater can be used to cool buildings. Complex concepts are clarified with simple activities, as well as colorful drawings, fun facts and the occasional wisecrack from Corry's kid brother, Riley. Launch date: Spring 2012.

This kid-friendly exploration of faith provides a superb overview of Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam and Judaism. Young readers will learn about different aspects of each religion, including historical origins and beliefs, holy texts, religious clothing and places of worship. They will also find out about the values, customs and symbols all five religions share, such as the golden rule, charity, prayer and candles. Straightforward, simple text makes the content interesting and accessible, as do the vivid photos of children around the world. Parents and teachers will find Faith an invaluable tool for teaching youngsters tolerance and respect for people of different beliefs. Launch date: Spring 2012.

Can kids fit all the numbers back in? First, spill the ten digits (0-9) from the box and give them a scramble. Then, place the pieces back in the box so that the lid closes flat. There are over 4000 possible solutions.
Awards: 2011 Parents’ Choice Awards - Recommended

Create 3 pretty Princess collages. Peel, stick and reveal beautiful pictures perfect to hang and display. Young children create their designs by matching colors and textures in three simple steps. Launch date: March 2012.

Learn all about dinosaurs while creating 3 colorful collages. Peel, stick and reveal beautiful pictures perfect to hang and display. Young children create their designs by matching colors and textures in three simple steps. Launch date: March 2012.

This set comes with a sturdy case to hold all 10 DVDs. Titles include Shapes, Colors, Letters, Numbers, Opposites, Animals, Sounds, Seasons, Head To Toe and Food Fun. DVD extras include: Chapter Selections, Sneak Peeks and a Fun Activities Game.

Each DVD introduces the basic concepts associated with each topic in a fun way. DVD extras include: Chapter Selections, Sneak Peeks and a Fun Activities Game.
DVD titles available: Shapes; Colors; Letters; Numbers; Animals; Opposites; Sounds; Seasons; Head to Toe; and Food Fun.

This fun little game is especially designed to build children's recognition and matching skills using vivid colors, numbers and real objects to count. Includes 22 double-sided picture cards that make 11 complete puzzles. 4 puzzle sks available: 123s, ABCs, Animals, Shapes & Colors. 

This modern take on the classic memory game is especially designed to build kids' recognition, memory and matching skills with letters and everyday object association. Includes 24 picture and letter cards that make 12 complete matching pairs. 4 puzzle sks available: 123s, ABCs, Animals, Shapes & Colors. 

This fun game set includes mini-puzzles that are especially designed to build kids' recognition and matching skills with images of real animals and vivid colors. Includes 30 double-sided picture cards that make 10 complete puzzles. 4 puzzle sks available: 123s, ABCs, Animals, Shapes & Colors. 

This fun little game is especially designed to build children's recognition and matching skills using vivid colors and colored-object association. Includes 22 double-sided picture cards that make 11 complete puzzles. 4 puzzle sks available: 123s, ABCs, Animals, Shapes & Colors. 

This fun set includes the DVD, board book and flashcards on all things sign language in one convenient value pack. Includes: 45-minute DVD, 16-page board book and 36-piece flashcard set.

This fun set includes the DVD, board book and flashcards on all things Spanish in one convenient value pack. Includes: 45-minute DVD (Spanish DVD Only), 16-page board book and 36-piece flashcard set.

This fun set includes the DVD, board book and flashcards on all things music in one convenient value pack. Includes: 45-minute DVD, 16-page board book and 36-piece flashcard set.

This fun set includes the DVD, board book and flashcards on all things art in one convenient value pack. Includes: 45-minute DVD, 16-page board book and 36-piece flashcard set.

This fun set includes the DVD, board book and flashcards on all things numbers in one convenient value pack. Includes: 45-minute DVD, 16-page board book and 36-piece flashcard set.

This fun set includes the DVD, board book and flashcards on all things alphabet in one convenient value pack. Includes: 45-minute DVD, 16-page board book and 36-piece flashcard set.

This fun set includes the DVD, board book and flashcards on all things animals in one convenient value pack. Includes: 45-minute DVD, 16-page board book and 36-piece flashcard set.

This fun set includes the DVD, board book and flashcards on all things shapes and colors in one convenient value pack. Includes: 45-minute DVD, 16-page board book and 36-piece flashcard set.

Fun picture cards that introduce more than 30 signs using America Sign language (ASL) and Signing Exact English (SEE). Contains signs for everyday words, family members, manners, letters of the alphabet and much more. Includes a Parent Card with helpful suggestions on fun ways to use the cards with children. Contains 36 cards.