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October 2009 New Specialty Toys — Science & NatureThe Particle Zoo Subatomic Particle Plushies From: THE PARTICLE ZOO Other products from THE PARTICLE ZOO
 Age Range: 5 and up Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Particle Zoo is a collection of more than 36 plush versions of subatomic particles from the worlds of physics and astronomy. Often compared to Giant Microbes, these handmade soft toys represent the familiar neutron and proton as well as lesser-known particles like the charm quark and muon. A favorite of physics students can make unique birthday and graduation gifts, especially for physics students. The particles are handmade in the USA. "There are no other companies making plush subatomic particles, so they are a unique concept. Because they are weighted according to their relative masses, they can serve as a teaching aid or novelty gift," Julie Peasley, owner and seamstress for The Particle Zoo, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25847 (added 10/29/2009) . The Green Science - Soda Can Robug is an imaginative way for children to explore mechanics and electricity. The kit includes a plastic mechanic body, wire wings, wire legs, motor with wires, screws and detailed instructions. — In a Fall 2013 survey, Gary Green, owner of Toy Box of Asheville Inc in Asheville, N.C., told TDmonthly that the Soda Can Robug from Toysmith was one of their best-selling science toys. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25673 (added 10/20/2009) . The Magic School Bus Series – Going Green From: THE YOUNG SCIENTISTS CLUB Other products from THE YOUNG SCIENTISTS CLUB
 In this kit built around eco-friendly activities, kids get to shrink plastic, make a compost tube, make paper, decompose food, learn about reducing, reusing and recycling, and more. — Jeanette Lauture, owner of Aunt Jean’s Toys & Treats in Montclair, N.J., told TDmonthly in August 2009 that her store sold 36 of the Magic School Bus series kits in one month. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25302 (added 9/8/2009) .  This classic novelty toy, the thermodynamic Drinking Bird, is available either with red or blue liquid. Once the bird begins drinking, he doesn’t ever stop. — Moon Rabbit Toys in Santa Fe, N.M., sells about 20 per month of the Happy Drinking Bird, Owner Shana Hack told TDmonthly in August 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25300 (added 9/8/2009) . Ant Farm® Live Ant Habitat From: UNCLE MILTON INDUSTRIES INC. Other products from UNCLE MILTON INDUSTRIES INC.
 This 9” x 6” living space for ants includes four ports that attach to other ant habitats in the line, an ordering form to send off for receipt of live ants in the mail, and an illustrated “Ant Watcher’s Manual.” The break-resistant, escape-proof habitat is situation on a tip-proof stand. — Two of 38 retailers named Uncle Milton’s Ant Farms as one of their best-selling science toys in August 2009, citing sales of three to five per month. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25299 (added 9/8/2009) . Age Range: 10 and up SKU or Item #: OWI-352 Launch Date: April 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
OWI’s aluminum, non-venomous invertebrate building kit features a Scorpion to be assembled from metal and bendable aluminum parts. The Samurai Scorpion is comprised of two major parts: head and body. The head consists of a pair of eyes, mouth and claws used to capture prey. The body contains eight legs, tail and a curved aculeus (stinger). The kit contains 30 hard and soft pre-punched aluminum parts, seven screws, seven nuts, three springs and assembly tools. Its claws, arms, legs and tail are moveable. Launch date: April 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25137 (added 8/27/2009) . Age Range: 10 and up SKU or Item #: OWI-351 Launch Date: April 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
OWI’s aluminum insect building kit features a praying mantis insect that the owner assembles from metal and bendable aluminum parts. The average size of the scientifically named “stagmomantis carolina” is 3" to 4" in length. Mega Mantis is twice this size, hence its name. Kids can hold it, bend it, and even move its legs, wings, head and fore legs. The kit contains 25 hard and soft pre-punched aluminum parts, seven screws, seven nuts, four metal springs and assembly tools. Launch date: April 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25136 (added 8/27/2009) . Age Range: 10 and up SKU or Item #: OWI-MSK673 Launch Date: April 2007 Gender: Boys And Girls
Attacking Inch worm has orange, spiky limbs to ward off any predator who seeks to challenge it as a delectable delight. Its initial defensive mechanism may fool intruders for a moment, but still requires a way to heed out of harm’s way. The sun’s rays power this mini solar kit to slither along to safety. The mechanical movements are designed to simulate the movements of its soft-bodied derivative. Because its home is above ground, Attacking Inch Worm has a hard plastic body to protect itself. No batteries or tools are required, and there are less than 50 parts to assemble. Launch date: April 2007. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25134 (added 8/27/2009) . Age Range: 10 and up SKU or Item #: OWI-MSK672 Launch Date: April 2007 Gender: Boys And Girls
This little green amphibian friend leaps with a joyful sense of freedom using its hind legs and rubber feet. Happy Hopping Frog jiggles its eyes as a dog would wag its tail, acknowledging its love and appreciation to its owner. The tailless, leaping mini solar kit is activated by the power of the sun’s rays; no batteries are required. Happy Hopping Frog is designed for easy assembly with approximately 25 parts, and demonstrates alternative energy principles. Launch date: April 2007. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25132 (added 8/27/2009) . Age Range: 10 and up SKU or Item #: OWI-MSK671 Launch Date: April 2007 Gender: Boys And Girls
Powered by the sun's rays, this alternative-energy toy car requires no batteries or tools, and contains less than a dozen parts to assemble. Launch date: April 2007. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25131 (added 8/27/2009) . Age Range: 10 and up SKU or Item #: OWI-MSK669 Launch Date: April 2007
Methodically, eight legs work in harmony to create a ballet style “tippy-toe” movement. Similar to its cousin from Alaska, the Walking King Crab scurries along to safe passage when powered by the sun's rays. Walking King Crab is powered with a mini solar cell (included) and demonstrates alternative energy principles. No batteries or tools are required; there are 35 parts to assemble. "Because of its entry-level price point, retailers will grow fond of its movements; both off the shelf and after assembly. If a make-it and take-it type product is what you are looking for, this hands-on terrestrial tantalizer will make you the local hero," Craig Morioka, president of OWI Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2007. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25130 (added 8/27/2009) .  Age Range: 6 and up Launch Date: August 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This 7/8"- square glass pendant comes with a 24" color-coordinated ball chain, a silver-plated bail, paper, acrylic sealer, a cello hanging bag, and a color-coordinated card with interpretive information on the back. Water resistant only. Launch date: August 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25016 (added 8/19/2009) . 4D Vision Frog Anatomy Model Kit From: JOHN N. HANSEN CO. INC Other products from JOHN N. HANSEN CO. INC
 This frog kit contains 31 parts. It has fine detailed sculpting and hand-painted parts. Organs and body parts detach. Display platform and illustrated guide book are included. Recommended for ages 8+. WARNING: Choking hazard - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24925 (added 8/11/2009) .  Kids can make their own bouncy balls with this kit that includes 25 packets of ball-making powder, 10 molds and instructions for creating the colorful balls. All it requires is pouring the powder into a mold, dipping it in water, and then waiting four minutes for the finished product. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24684 (added 7/20/2009) . Spanish Planisphere for 40° North From: ROB WALRECHT PLANISPHERES Other products from ROB WALRECHT PLANISPHERES
 Age Range: 12 and up Launch Date: June 2003 Gender: Boys And Girls
This is one of two Spanish planispheres the company offers. It contains about 700 stars and more than 300 objects for binoculars: nebulae, open en globular clusters, galaxies, double stars, variable stars and more. "Our program includes planispheres in 11 languages (five of them only available through our customers), and English planispheres for 10 different latitude ranges, together covering the entire populated world," Rob Walrecht, director of Rob Walrecht Productions, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2003. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24671 (added 7/19/2009) . Qubits Construction Toy - Jumbo 330-Piece Kit From: QUBITS TOY COMPANY Other products from QUBITS TOY COMPANY
 Qubits is a simple plastic toy that can be built up using a distinct, patented modular geometry. It is designed to quickly capture the imagination of those who might have visions of becoming architects, engineers, scientists or even nanotech designers. The pieces are flexible to allow for curved creations. The Jumbo Kit comes with 330 pieces. 120 flexible Qubits, 150 connectors and 60 bridges. Molded with high quality plastic featuring bendable pieces that allow curved shapes. Launch date: June 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24636 (added 7/17/2009) . The Gyro-discs spin up to 1000 rpm. Just hold the 11" metal ring and strike the smaller, colored discs. As you rotate the ring, the discs begin spinning faster and faster, like mini-gyroscopes. At first, the challenge is to keep all the discs spinning. Once you can do this, there are several tricks and stunts to master. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24615 (added 7/16/2009) .
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