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July 2009 New Specialty Toys — AllAge Range: 0 to 2 Launch Date: June 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
JazzyToes Bright Mary Janes Baby Socks with non-skid soles are created to match vibrant outfits of little girls. The Mary Janes come with a silver, sparkling flower on the buckle. Included in the set are six colors: Red, Pink, Orange, Purple, Green and Yellow. The product comes in a ready-to-mail gift box. Size: 0-12 months, 12-24 months. "Our sizing is more generous than other socks in the market that they truly fit babies up to 24 months. Our socks come with non-skid soles, and are compliant with CPSIA. The socks come with ready-to-mail packaging, so [it] makes gifting a breeze," Lisa Dunkerley, manager of JazzyToes, told TDmonthly. JazzyToes have received the following awards: 2008 Creative Child Award, PTPA Award and iParenting Media Award. Launch date: June 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23870 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 3 and up SKU or Item #: JB5051,5053,5052 Launch Date: February 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Chuckle Buddies are motion-activated rolling and laughing plush friends. Once activated, the Chuckle Buddy will roll around from side to side three or four times, filling the room with an hysterical, contagious laughter. Once he stops moving, an individual simply waves a hand in front of the sensor located directly above the eyes to reactivate. There's an on/off switch located on battery compartment. The product required 3 AA batteries (not included). A Dog, Monkey and Cat are currently available, and other styles are in development. Launch date: February 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23869 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 3 to 7 SKU or Item #: EZF54-C Launch Date: September 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
EZ-Fort is an open-ended building toy that just requires the addition of sheets. The easy to use, 54-piece building system can transform into a playhouse, a ship, or even an obstacle course. Also, it's designed as an educational toy for developing critical thinking skills and nurturing the creative thought process. Launch date: September 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23866 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 4 and up Launch Date: September 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Idolz are wearable, stackable, poseable, colorful action figures with interchangeable parts. Kids can customize Idolz by collecting and swapping accessories. "This product has all the qualities of a stylish collectible, while remaining durable enough to play with or display in many different ways. It's designed to be fun and fashionable for both boys and girls of nearly all ages," Damien Noble, president of Idolz Toys LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23863 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 0 and up Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
The 100-percent Silicone Bottle has no open pores to harbor bacteria, thereby ensuring baby is getting nutrition as pure as nature intended, without the harmful leaching of harmful chemicals. It is BPA Free, phthalate free and latex free. This bottle won a 2009 Top Gear of the Year Award from Shape You. "[The] 100-percent Silicone Bottle collapses as air is released, giving baby a bubble-free feeding, reducing the likelihood of colic, reflux and spit-up," Nicole Strand, in sales administration at Prince Lionheart, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23861 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 5 and up SKU or Item #: 62705 Launch Date: August 2009 Gender: Girls
An update on our classic Sticky Mosaics® Jewelry Box design, this product features a beautiful fairy and flowers to decorate it. It includes one numbered Jewelry Box and more than 1,000 sticky foam and jewel pieces. "While there are many other Jewelry Box kits on the market, ours stands above. Our easy to use number-to-color matching system creates perfect results every time, providing a child with an unparalleled sense of accomplishment," Damien Crocker, sales and marketing representative for The Orb Factory Limited, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2009. —John MacDougall listed Sticky Mosaics as best sellers in his store, Golden Apple Learning Store in Pleasanton, Calif., in summer 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23862 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 1 and up SKU or Item #: 7400 Launch Date: May 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
The pottyPOD is designed to help create a hassle-free potty experience that makes potty training easier for parents and their child. The soft, cushiony seat provides comfort while the rigid base provides strength and stability. "The pottyPOD is the anti-microbial potty on the market!" Nicole Strand, in sales administration at Prince Lionheart, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23860 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 5 and up SKU or Item #: 62538 Launch Date: June 2009 Gender: Girls
Kids can create four fabulous designs with this kit, which includes numbered templates and a number-to-color matching legend designed to make it fun and simple. It comes with four templates, four wall hangers and more than 3,000 sticky foam and jewel pieces. "Our number-to-color matching system ensures a perfect picture every time. A child does not need to be artistic to create their own masterpiece to give as a gift or hang on their wall," Damien Crocker, sales and marketing representative for The Orb Factory Limited, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 15, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23859 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 4 and up SKU or Item #: 62699 Launch Date: June 2009 Gender: Girls
This kit is designed to make it easy to create six stunning tiaras with sparkling jewels and foam stickers. Ideal for birthdays, slumber parties or make-believe, the kit includes six tiaras and more than 1,000 sticky foam sparkle, foil and jewel pieces. "Twinkle Tiaras represent a new take on the make-believe market. It allows children to create their own tiara to help them rule over their very own magical kingdom. Not only does this product help promote creativity, but also provides a huge sense of accomplishment," Damien Crocker, sales and marketing representative for The Orb Factory Limited, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 15, 2009. — "[It's] great for a party activity or just [to] wear around the house," Elisabeth Dahl of Calico Cat Toy Shop in Bainbridge Island, Wash., told TDmonthly following the 2009 ASTRA trade show. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23858 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 4 and up SKU or Item #: 30261 Launch Date: July 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Everyone takes turns to spin the hamburger to see how many bites the pig will take. Players move the pig's hand to his mouth each time he takes a bite. With every bite the pig's stomach gets bigger, bigger and bigger. But the player who feeds him too much loses the game. This game has no loose parts, making it ideal for fun on the go. Launch date: July 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23854 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 4 and up SKU or Item #: 30224 Launch Date: July 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
There is a fly hidden in the trash can. Players take turns filling up the trash can by pushing the buttons on the outside of the trash can with different types of trash on them. At random, one of the buttons will make the trash can spring open and release the fly. To reset the game, players just push the fly back down and close the lid. Each time, the button that opens the trash can randomly changes so players never know when the fly is going to fly out. This game has no parts to lose, so is ideal for trips. Launch date: July 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23855 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 0 to 3 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Designed to be cute, functional and economical, these diapers feature the following: a wide range of fit, for babies from 10 to 35+ lbs.; three body layers and a snap-on soaker that provides absorbency even for heavy wetters; the company's trademark ruffled legs and proprietary elastic; which almost guarantee no blowouts; a designer print cotton outer and a bamboo velour inner fabric; a simple, snap-on design; two lovely, chic prints, one of which was especially printed for Kissaluvs. "The diapers are one size, and fit kids from birth through potty training," Noelle, business manager for Kissaluvs, told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 15, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23852 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 3 and up SKU or Item #: VARG114 Launch Date: July 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Designed to spark a child's imagination, these natural wooden toys feature assembly that engages the child's mind and promotes learning a new skill in the coordination of mind and hands. Pairing quality and design, the VARIS LOCK system is created to ensure tight construction that derives from precise design of the single pieces. Launch date: July 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23851 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 4 to 10 Launch Date: April 2009 Gender: Girls
Designed for older girls (ages 4 to 10), Junior BanZ feature UV400 polarized polycarbonate lenses and sturdy frames, while offering new shapes and temples for protection and style. Junior BanZ come with their own solid pink neoprene carrying case complete with zipper clasp, as well as a removable neoprene strap for active girls on the go. Launch date: April 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23850 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 4 and up SKU or Item #: 30546 Launch Date: July 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Everyone takes turns to roll the die to see how many chomps the pig will take. Players push down the pig's head to chomp the burger. With every pump, the pig's stomach gets bigger, bigger and bigger. When he pops on a player's turn, that person loses the game. Launch date: July 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23849 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 7 and up SKU or Item #: 70403 Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
In this colorful family game of strategy and bluffing, players try to capture all the STIXX of their own color. They can bluff by also taking different colored STIXX in an attempt to thwart opponents. Players who believe they know their opponent's secret color can call them out but will lose a turn if wrong. Launch date: 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23848 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 7 and up SKU or Item #: 70758 Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
This family oriented strategy game for two to four players is simple to learn and comes in a plastic case that snaps shut and is designed for ease while traveling. The object for each player is to surround their opponents' playing pieces and switch them to their color. The person who has made the most pieces of their color at the end of the game is the winner. Launch date: 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23847 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 4 to 10 SKU or Item #: 70757 Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
This simple game is designed to be learned in about a minute and played with the entire family, with kids from 4 to 10 years old. Game play takes about 15 minutes. The object is to surround opponents' playing pieces and switch them to your color. The person who has made the most pieces of their color at the end of the game is the winner. Launch date: 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23846 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 7 and up SKU or Item #: 70448 Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Players take turns placing their tiles in the correct sequence, racing to get rid of them in this fast-moving game. The game can have unexpected turns as special tiles let players change direction, give tiles to opponents, skip opponents, or play wild cards. The game includes 106 high-quality tiles and four holding racks. Launch date: 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23845 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 7 and up SKU or Item #: 70418 Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Tayu is named after the legendary Chinese hero who saved his country from flooding by creating a series of waterways. In the game, each player trys to create as many water channels from one side of the board to the other, while at the same time blocking his competitor. Twists and turns are the norm in this fast-packed strategy game. "Choosy, quality toy-store owners agree that this game is of the highest quality and provides the most fun for the money," Jodi Swindle, operations manager for Goliath Games, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23844 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 7 and up SKU or Item #: 70422 Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Players place the Bloqs to try to surround unused squares on the board, and the player who can isolate the most of these squares wins. All of the playing pieces in the game are the same but can be played in many different ways to create space to win. Launch date: 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23843 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 7 and up SKU or Item #: 70433 Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
This game was designed to transform checkers into a game of cunning and luck where kids can beat their parents. On each turn, players spin to see if they either move, or open and close trap doors. If a checker is on one of the trap doors, it might fall through. Trapdoor Checkers features "quality components that stand the test of time," Jodi Swindle, operations manager at Goliath Games, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. This game earned a 2009 Major Fun Award. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23842 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 7 to 12 Launch Date: February 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Inspired by the author’s childhood memories of receiving notes in his lunchbox, Lunchbox Stories were created as an innovative way for kids to enjoy reading. With more than 40 chapters in each book, readers experience the twists and turns of each adventure through a series of suspenseful Chapter-Cards™. Four titles are available, and each story includes full-color illustrations and packaging. "The Chapter-Cards have approximately 200 words, and are written with just enough suspense to encourage the child to read the next card. The unique design makes Lunchbox Stories effective for quick and consistent reading before bed or during the day, and teachers find they can use the short chapters to playfully regain the attention of the class after recess and lunch," Brian Martin, president of Lunchbox Stories, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 5, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23841 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 3 to 8 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This backpack looks like and is shaped like a front-loader digger. Unzipped, it becomes a construction zone. But when play is done, the Playscape™ becomes a backpack in a zip, capturing the toys inside for easy cleanup. It includes two die-cast construction vehicles. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23840 (added 5/22/2009) . Age Range: 3 to 10 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
ZipBin Street Racer is a backpack that looks like and is shaped like a race car. Unzipped, it becomes a city street with drivable roadways. When play is done, the Playscape™ becomes a backpack in a zip, capturing the toys inside for easy cleanup. This set includes two die-cast cars. It received a 2008 Seal of Excellence award from Creative Child Magazine. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23839 (added 5/22/2009) .
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