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October 2011 New Specialty Toys — Books







AnyBook Reader is a reading enhancement and reinforcement tool enabling language and reading enjoyment and improvement. This flexible record and playback tool with 60 hours of recording time enables read-out-loud record and playback by parent and/or child, building experience, confidence and reading ability. By recording their own reading voice the child can reinforce their own reading performance and the ability to record and playback any book or text tailors the reading and learning experience to the individual child. With ease parents can “read” to their child whenever he or she desires. The AnyBook Reader uses a simple touch, record, playback process that allows users to record the words on any page of any book so they can read to their children or grandchildren even when they’re not there. The AnyBook Reader comes with a selection of AnyBook Reader stickers. Each sticker uses a unique code which allows users to associate different recordings with every page of the book. These stickers use special glue that won’t damage the book so they can be removed and re-used at any time.
— As of 10/25/2011 this product had 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros:  A great way for distant family members to stay connected with kids; can be used with any book; stickers are reusable. Cons: Takes a little while to set up.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33103      (added 10/25/2011)
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Specialty: No
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Electronics
Books
Interactive



AnyBook Reader is a reading enhancement and reinforcement tool enabling language and reading enjoyment and improvement. This flexible record and playback tool with 15 hours of recording time enables read-out-loud record and playback by parent and/or child, building experience, confidence and reading ability. By recording their own reading voice the child can reinforce their own reading performance and the ability to record and playback any book or text tailors the reading and learning experience to the individual child. With ease parents can “read” to their child whenever he or she desires. The AnyBook Reader uses a simple touch, record, playback process that allows users to record the words on any page of any book so they can read to their children or grandchildren even when they’re not there. The AnyBook Reader comes with a selection of AnyBook Reader stickers. Each sticker uses a unique code which allows users to associate different recordings with every page of the book. These stickers use special glue that won’t damage the book so they can be removed and re-used at any time.
— As of 10/25/2011 this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 2 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Easy to use; Can be used with any book; a good way for parents and family members who live far away to connect with children.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33102      (added 10/25/2011)
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Age Range: 9 to 12
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Tween



A class trip to a local natural history museum  takes a  dangerous turn for the characters of this book, the fifth and allegedly final installment of The Secret Series, when a mummy with a missing finger goes missing. Launch date: September 2011.
As of 10/19/2011 this book had 5 out of 5 stars from 155 reviews on BarnesandNoble.com.
As of 10/19/2011 this book had 5 out of 5 stars from 7 reviews on Amazon.com.
As of 10/19/2011 this book had 4.39 out of 5 stars from 106 ratings on GoodReads.com.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33054      (added 10/19/2011)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Action Figures



Start collecting the Super Sprowtz books now with the Bundle Pack. Includes all four books, introducing kids to all the characters and the story behind Super Sprowtz. Super Sprowtz pledges to donate 18 cents per book sold to Hunts Point Alliance for Children (HPAC) - a non-profit in Hunts Point, Bronx serving the most at-risk youth in the country, in the second poorest community in the United States. The Super Sprowtz book series are FSC certified (Forestry Stewardship Council), eco-friendly and made in the USA. Super Sprowtz cares about Planet Earth.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33003      (added 10/7/2011)
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Age Range: 7 to 16
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Made in: United States
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Educational
Books
Award Winners



Kids in Business around the World is an interactive workbook that offers FUN content, ideas, and hands-on learning exercises to give kids, tweens and teens the tools to start and run their own business or fundraiser. Chapters include information on goal setting, money management, and social entrepreneurship, determination and more. "This interactive workbook teaches kids, tweens and teens the foundations of entrepreneurship," Stephanie Lutz Paulauskas, marketing director at Del Visionaries, LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: November 2010.
Awards: 2011 Dr. Toy Best Classic Toys; 2011 Oppenheim Toy Award; 2011 NAPPA Gold Award
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32986      (added 10/5/2011)
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Age Range: 4 to 8
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Educational



This book about loss follows beloved cat Tiger Rose as she says goodbye to her family and favorite things for the last time. Written by prolific children's author Jane Yolen and illustrated by Jim LaMarche. 32 pages. Launch date: May 24, 2011.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32962      (added 9/30/2011)
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Specialty: No
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Videos & DVDs
Music
Books



Baby Lullaby takes baby on a soothing journey with classical lullabies by Bach, Brahms and Mozart. Enjoy relaxing ocean waves, sweet puppet shows and tranquil images. Includes DVD, CD, and picture book. 30 minute run time. Other titles in this series include World of Rhythm and Neptune's Oceans. Launch date: February 22, 2011.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32959      (added 9/26/2011)
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Age Range: 3 to 5
Specialty: No
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Preschool



What do puppies love? Puppies love to run and play, puppies love to eat and sleep, and puppies love you. This over-sized board book with a unique sliding-panel format is designed to introduce youngsters to the delights of puppies. With colorful illustrations and adorable photographs of puppies under sliding panels, youngsters will love discovering what puppies are all about. Launch date: June 7, 2011.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32958      (added 9/26/2011)
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Age Range: 9 to 12
Specialty: No
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books



The events of September 11, 2001 changed the world forever. In the fourth installment of the Actual Times series, Don Brown narrates the events of the day in a way that is both accessible and understandable for young readers. Straightforward and honest, this account moves chronologically through the morning, from the plane hijackings to the crashes at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and Pennsylvania; from the rescue operations at the WTC site to the collapse of the buildings. Vivid watercolor illustrations capture the emotion and pathos of the tragedy making this an important book about an unforgettable day in American history. Launch date: August 26, 2011.
— As of 09/09/2011 this product had 4.25 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings on GoodReads.com.
— A School Library Journal Starred review.
— "While the book is written for a younger audience, you should still use your judgment on whether it’s appropriate for your own kids. The watercolor illustrations do show some of the destruction and explosions, as well as people being pulled out of rubble, but avoids showing graphic scenes of the dead and dying." Jonathan Liu, Geek Dad review
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32881      (added 9/9/2011)
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Age Range: 2 to 5
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: 9780615447278
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Puppets
Educational



Thumbuddy To Love- the Binky Fairy helps children wean from pacifier sucking. It comes with a children's book, matching Binky Fairy puppet and success chart. Launch date: June 2011.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32863      (added 9/7/2011)
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Age Range: 4 to 8
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Halloween Merchandise



This is a story about a good witch who lives in a good neighborhood. Written and illustrated by Norman Bridwell, the creator of Clifford.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32854      (added 9/7/2011)
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Age Range: 4 to 7
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Halloween Merchandise
Books



As soon as geese fly south, children take autumn's cue to start their preparations: it’s almost Halloween. With poetic language and vivid collage illustrations, Tom Brenner and Holly Meade follow all the familiar rituals, from hanging paper skeletons to carving pumpkins, from costume-making to trick-or-treating. Halloween lovers will be eager to grab a bag or bucket and join them on this lively and lyrical journey. When nighttime creeps closer to suppertime, And red and gold seep into green leaves...Then it’s time to decide what to be.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32853      (added 9/7/2011)
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Age Range: 8 to 12
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Educational
Science & Nature



This 128 page, fully illustrated book features the migration habits of many different animals in a colorful, informative, and easy-to-read format. From Animal Planet's new line of children's books. Launch date: September 27, 2011.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32847      (added 9/6/2011)
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Age Range: 6 to 10
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Educational
Science & Nature



This new line of books feature the expert knowledge of Animal Planet in a fun, easy-to read format for kids. This book features the unique visual attributes of many different creatures in the Animal Kingdom. Launch date: September 27, 2011.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32846      (added 9/6/2011)
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Age Range: 6 to 10
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Educational
Science & Nature



This new line of books feature the expert knowledge of Animal Planet in a fun, easy-to read format for kids. This book features the attack and defense mechanisms of many different creatures in the Animal Kingdom. Launch date: September 27, 2011.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32845      (added 9/6/2011)
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Age Range: 5 and up
Specialty: No
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: DFW01
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Gifts
Developmental Toys



Meet Wince, The Monster of Worry, and his number one nemesis, the WorryBug! In this engaging follow-up to The Monster Who Couldn’t Decide, Andi Green has created an adventure that brings another emotion to life. Join Wince as he discovers the secret to keeping his worries from getting monstrous. Using unique drawings and clever rhymes, Don’t Feed The WorryBug carries an insightful message that readers of all ages will enjoy. "The WorryWoo Monster series is a first-of-a-kind series that brings emotions to life through whimsical monsters. Created to build self confidence, each WorryWoo story concludes with an upbeat message of embrace your inner 'WOO'," Andi Green, owner of The Monsters in my Head, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2011.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32782      (added 8/29/2011)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Gifts
Novelties



Renowned Cthulhu Mythos aficionado Kenneth Hite retells H P Lovecraft's classic "The Dunwich Horror" in this story of childhood terror, with adorable* illustrations by Andy Hopp. Cliffourd the Big Red God features 32 pages of full-color illustration, and is sure to be a hit with the newest generation of Lovecraft fans and their parents. The third in the Mini Mythos series (after Where the Deep Ones Are and The Antarctic Express). * May not be adorable to all earthly species. Launch date: July 2011.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32748      (added 8/23/2011)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Gifts
Preschool



This whimsically illustrated version of "A Child’s Garden of Verses" by Robert Louis Stevenson is illustrated by Fern Bisel Peat. The collection first appeared in 1885 and has proven popular with children and their parents over the past 100 + years. We were drawn to reprint this version especially, for the appeal and high quality of the illustrations and how well they fit with the poems chosen. The charming art is from the 1930’s. This version is designed specifically with the very young reader in mind, hence the bold and colorful artwork and selective offering of poems. It includes: The Lamplighter, The Land of Counterpane, Bed in Summer, My Shadow, The Swing and more. 16 pages.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32746      (added 8/23/2011)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Gifts
School Supplies



The French excel in the arts of daily living. There the coffee cups balance perfectly in one's hand, the loaves of bread jut fetchingly out of stylish grocery bags, and even the trashcans have a certain je ne sais quoi. In Paris one can find an infinitude of delightful stationery products. These are our version of French cahiers. Each notebook's cover is graced with full color vintage art with a French connection. 20 Blank Pages.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32745      (added 8/23/2011)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Gifts
Party Goods



Combining a vintage aesthetic with modern party needs, parents can throw a fun, different children's party with the help of this title. The occasions included are New Year's Eve, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and, of course, Birthdays. The book features ideas for invitations, decorations for both the rooms and tables, menus and games to play. And though the material that inspired and illustrates Children's Party Book is from the past, the ideas are fresh and stylish and sure to appeal to today's party givers. 32 pages.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32744      (added 8/23/2011)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Gifts



Our most popular author, Welleran Poltarnees, is the father of 7 children and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren and considers himself an expert on the subject of babies. Hooray for Babies consists of many small sections, each dedicated to one of the many admirable infant qualities, including smiles, playfulness, curiosity, love of simple things and more. Poltarnees, our master of finding the right image for every thought, has reached in many directions for the illustrations, including children’s books, classic painting, and vintage calendars and advertisements. The result is adorable, but not cloying, and would make an ideal shower or new baby gift. 68 pages.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32743      (added 8/23/2011)
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Age Range: 5 to 10
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Videos & DVDs
Books



As we approach the 10 year anniversary of 9/11, the amazing story of Philippe Petit’s daring feat walking a tightrope between the world’s tallest buildings is the title tale on a new Scholastic Storybook Treasures release: The Man Who Walked Between the Towers... and More Inspiring Tales . Narrated by Oscar nominee Jake Gyllenhaal, this is an animated adaptation of the lyrical Caldecott Award-winning book by Mordecai Gerstein. Directed and animated by Michael Sporn, with music by Michael Bacon (of the Bacon Brothers). Other stories on this DVD include Miss Rumphius (narrated by Claire Danes); Crow Boy, a small boy who is different from the others and who gains acceptance when he imitates the voices of crows in the school talent show; and The Dinosaurs of Warehouse Hawkins, written by Barbara Kerley, illustrated by Brian Selznick and narrated by Jonathan Pryce, the tale of how Warehouse Hawkins built the first life-sized dinosaur model that stunned the world. Launch date: August 30, 2011.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32738      (added 8/23/2011)
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Age Range: 8 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Collectibles
Animal Figures
Books



Misty and Stormy are together again along with the book that introduced them to the world. Since the publication of Misty of Chincoteague in 1947, Misty has become one of the most beloved equines in children’s literature. Marguerite Henry’s novel weaves a true story with warmth and imagination. The result is an exciting tale about children’s love for horses and the real wild ponies that still roam Chincoteague Island off the Virginia coast. Includes two model horses. Launch date: July 9, 2009.
— As of 08/22/2011 this product had 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11 reviews on Amazon.com.
— Linda Laramy, owner of Crackerjacks Toys and Children's Books in Easton, Md., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2011 survey that this item was a best-selling collectible.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32722      (added 8/22/2011)
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Age Range: 3 to 7
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: SC-4003
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Educational
Travel



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.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32710      (added 8/12/2011)
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Age Range: 3 to 7
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: SC-4001
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Books
Educational
Travel



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
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32709      (added 8/12/2011)
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