October 2011 New Specialty Toys — All

These Hot Wheels™ puzzle erasers are totally "FUNctional." These car shaped erasers are the size of Hot Wheels cars and kids can decorate them with foil decal stickers included in the pack. Take them apart, put them back together, and collect or trade. Launch date: 2011.

Kids can design dream cars for Hot Wheels with the Light Box Design Set. The light box makes drawing easy: simply use the sketch pages and films with the light box tracing table to outline car decals and logos to make them look like they are ready for speed. Use the Tree-Free colored pencils and instructions for tips and inspiration on how to color and shade to make each car ready for the street or racetrack. Finish off the designs with the foil stickers for extra-cool detail. This kit includes the light box tracing table, 40 car design sketch pages, 10 Tree-Free colored pencils with pencil sharpener, 15 films, 38 stickers, and instructions. Launch date: 2011.

Explore the beautiful, historic landmarks, fascinating cultures and musical traditions of Europe with this unique collection of reusable stickers, a fold-out landscape, full-color map and glossary. Launch date: July 2011.

Curious kids will have hours of fun with this captivating sticker collection which features a fold-out African landscape, African animal and instrument glossary and colorful, informative map. Launch date: October 2010.
Awards: 2011 Parents’ Choice Award

Children are invited to explore and color the pastoral countryside, famous landmarks, musical instruments, animals and people of Europe. The coloring book features a monument and musical instrument glossary and a page of European flags to encourage children to learn as they play. Launch date: July 2011.

Children will have fun illustrating the fascinating people, animals and musical instruments of Africa with this oversized, high-quality coloring book. It includes a map of Africa and full-color glossary to help children learn as they color. Launch date: October 2010.

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.

The Worry Chest System opens the door of communication between parent and child. The Worry Chest System will bridge the gap that exists between a child's thoughts and the parent's awareness of their problems. Worries will be written down and addressed as soon as they occur so they won't snowball into stress and anxiety. Children quickly learn how to manage and control negative thinking. Through tracking their worries, children can emotionally bond to the understanding that most problems workout, and that we grow from the problems that are more challenging. The Worry Chest System teaches children how to think positive, both about themselves and eventually even about the problems they face. It's fun, and won't seem like "work" for a child. Includes The Worry Chest, The Worry Chest, Instruction Guide, Worry Slips, The Worry Tracker, WCS Gratitude Journal, Quick Start Guide. Launch date: 2010.
Awards:  2010 Grant from the State of New York; 2010 Creative Child Magazine Award Winner.

This bag is a stylish alternative to bulky diaper bags, designed with luxurious details and convenient features that allow modern parents to change baby in a snap.  It holds and conceals essential baby gear including diapers, wipes, ointment, and snacks inside a unique tri-fold bag.  Easily convert the strap.  Wear over the shoulder, as a handbag, wristlet or clutch. Feature snap closure outer pocket to hold wallet and phone. Patented. Launch date: August 2007.

Exciting animation, catchy songs, sentence practice, and fun stories help students apply phonics rules and read for meaning. The on-screen mouth helps learners check pronunciation. Covers long vowels, r-controlled vowels, diphthongs, syllables, ending sounds, rule breakers, common sight words, and words with silent consonants. After students master the lessons on both Volumes, they have the skills to read any book.  Approx. 78 min. Launch date: June 2010.
Awards: 2010 Creative Child Magazine Media of the Year Award (Classroom DVDs for Reading Category); 2010 The National Parenting Center’s Seal of Approval; 2010 Parents’ Choice Recommended.

BabyTop Booster Seat is a two-level booster seat & a small toddler chair. It can be used with or without the tray and can also be transformed very easily. Babytop folds making it very  transportable for use at restaurants, friends, & at Grandma's house  The feet of the armchair fold into the base for use as a booster.  The straps can be stored in the small compartment formed by the tray and the back rest. The non slip tray attaches to the back of the Babytop  when not in use. Child stability and support is provided by the safety traps and the encasing shape.  Colors: Pearl/Blue, Blue/Green,  Black/White and Plum/Lilac Case Pack: 4 Units. Launch date: September 2007.

Sight words are the most frequently used words in the English language, and this DVD helps students learn to read them automatically. As a supplement to phonics-based strategies, Rock 'N Learn Sight Words boosts reading and spelling skills. Children learn over 60 sight words through engaging characters, entertaining songs, and fun practice. Words are presented in context to help build reading comprehension. Includes all pre-primer Dolch words, the top 20 from Fry's, and more. A bonus section helps kids with word shapes and spelling skills.  Pre-k & up. Approx. 50 minutes. Launch date: June 2011.
Awards: 2011 National Parenting Seal of Approval

1oz./40ml. 2oz./70ml. & (new) 4oz./140ml. All three sizes of Baby Cubes can be mixed & matched to fit into trays. Sold in sets of four or eight Baby Cubes. Each size comes with a storage stacking freezer tray. Ideal for freezing homemade baby puree…keeps baby food as fresh as the day it was made. Makes complete meals by mixing & matching different sizes. Reduces waste by only having to defrost what is needed  Ideal for freezing breast milk. Ideal for storing small individual toddler snacks. Trays stack one on top of each other in freezer saving valuable space. Airtight, freezer & dishwasher safe. Travel well from freezer to microwave.  Contain no Bisphenol-A (BPA), Phthalates or Lead.  Complies with all USA (CPSC) safety standards   Case Pack: 36 Units (all sizes).

Messeez Highchair Covers, mats & Car Seat Covers. No more stains, sticky messes & crumbs in Nooks & Crannies. Can be wiped clean or tossed in the washing machine. Conforms snugly on most standard highchairs & the universal size of the Car Seat Covers fits most standard toddler car seats. Both styles have: Velcro™ openings for 5 point harness system; Universal size: Fits most highchairs & Car Seats;  Case Pack: 12 units - each style; Colors: Jungle Animal Blue, Pink Floral, Solid Blue. Launch date: September 2011.

Is our little fisherman dreaming or does he really have a fish on the line? This exclusive wooden sign, Fisherman's Dream, is 15" high x 10" wide. Perfect for the childs bedroom or grandparents spare bedroom.  USA Made and can be personalized for an additional fee. Launch date: July 2011.

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.

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.

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.

Zoë b Biodegradable Beach Toys include a bucket with built-in handles that won’t break off (usually the first thing to go, in our experience). A sifting lid with geometric cut-outs for learning shapes. Two cups for sand and water play. And one tough, virtually indestructible shovel. It’s all scaled for toddler-size hands and fits easily inside the bucket for carrying to the beach. In the off-season, the toys are great for the bathtub—plus the bucket doubles as a container for crayons and toys. BPA, phthalates and PVC free. Launch date: June 2011.
Awards: PTPA award

Learning to read is fun and easy when phonics rules are taught by cool characters using music and games. Kids begin by learning the sounds of letters and letter combinations. Next, the sounds are put together to read words, phrases, and sentences. Soon, students read cute stories and sing songs to build fluency and comprehension. Covers short vowels, beginning consonants, special consonant sounds, plurals, beginning and ending consonant blends, digraphs, word families, and silent e.  Approx. 70 min. Launch date: January 2011.
Awards: 2010 The National Parenting Center’s Seal of Approval; 2010 Mom’s Best Awesome Products; 2010 Creative Child Magazine; 2010 Media of the Year Award (Classroom DVDs for Reading Category);  2010 The National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) Honors;  2010 Parents’ Choice Recommended; 2010 Teachers’ Choice Awards for the Family; 2010 Dr. Toy’s 10 Best Audio/Visuals for 2010; 2010 Dr. Toy’s 100 Best Children’s Products for 2010; 2010 Mom’s Choice Awards; 2010 Dove Family Approved Seal.

Preschoolers join Rollie Roundman and friends for a learning adventure full of songs, laughter, and games. Children enjoy counting and identifying objects by color, shape, or a combination of both. Includes advanced concepts. Approx. 46 min. Launch date: June 2010.
Awards: 2011 Mom’s Best Award; 2011 Creative Child Magazine DVD of the Year

Thermobaby has invented the Kiddyloo for toilet training from 18 months old. Allows the child to do what grown-ups do. The Kiddyloo is very comfortable and its enveloping shape reassures the child. Features include: Soft surface ensures pleasant contact with skin;  Ergonomic handles;  Non slip step with two settings;  Feet adjust to different height toilets;  Non slip skids under feet offer stability. Case Pack: 4 units. Min order: 12 units. Colors can be assorted:  Blue/Green,Black/White Plum/Lilac, Grey/Green.

The Aquababy is suitable for babies 7-16 months when the child starts to want to sit up. The Rounded shape gently supports the child while giving it freedom of movement. Features include a non slip seat  Extra large suction cups for excellent stability  (Not suitable for non-skid surfaces).  No assembly or accessories needed.  Contains no BPA, Phthalates, PVC or Lead.  Pkg: Boxed. Case Pack: 3 Units per color. Min order: 12 units,  colors can be mixed White/Blue,White/Black,Blue/Green, Lilac/Plum,Dark Pink/Light Pink.
Awards: 2011 Babble.com Best Bath Award

This adorable little boy is enjoying hanging out with his best friend and dangling from the tire swing in his backyard.  It brings back wonderful childhood memories for all of us.  This exclusive wooden sign, Hanging Out, is 15" high x 10" wide. Perfect for the child's bedroom or grandparents spare bedroom. USA Made and can be personalized for an additional fee. Launch date: July 2011.