November 2012 New Specialty Toys — School Supplies

First Grade Activities Homework Helper provides children in first grade with extra help in learning important skills. Packed full of fun-to-do activities and appealing art, children will have fun completing the reproducible pages while learning first grade skills at the same time. Answer keys are also included where needed. These workbooks provide help for students who need extra practice with basic skills, for the accelerated student who enjoys an extra challenge, and for the young learner who is developing basic concepts and readiness skills. They also help boost self-confidence and reinforce basic skills with activities that are geared to the specific grade level.
— Gregory Sahagian, owner of Learning Express of Beverly in Beverly, Mass., told TDmonthly in a Fall 2012 survey that they sell 4-5 dozen Kumon Homework Helpers each month, making them a top-2 best selling educational products.

A rich vocabulary is critical for successful test-taking, particularly in reading comprehension. Hot Dots Laugh It Up! Vocabulary Card sets are a fun and interactive way to grow kids’ vocabularies. Includes 6 Interactive vocabulary card sets in all, including synonyms (2730), antonyms (2731), multiple-meaning words (shown here), prefixes and suffixes (2735), context clues (2733), and homophones (2732). 50 double-sided, illustrated cards per set (100 questions), featuring jokes, riddles, cartoons, and kid-friendly questions.
— In a Fall 2012 survey, two out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that Hot Dots were their best selling educational toy.

A modern-day kid-friendly almanac that makes every ordinary day an Amazing Almanac Day. Parents and children will love learning about the educational facts with a traditional trusted companion feel. Launch date: December 2011.
Awards: 2012 Seal of Excellence from Creative Child Magazine

A simple call and response activity. Beautiful pictures introduce children to letter sounds and simple phonics. Flash card topics include: Division, Multiplication, Subtraction, Addition, Rhyming, and Opposites.

Every time kids snip a line, the edge they cut makes a design. Check the package edge to see what shape their fancy snip will be. 6" Fancy Scissor with a soft grip. Six different edge designs available.

Made of easy to clean vinyl material, this rolling backpack looks like a brightly colored little airplane. It has adjustable straps and a retractable handle. Approx. 13" x 8.5" x 4".

The Zoo Pack is the little kid backpack where "fun meets function." Whimsical details and durable materials make this the perfect on-the-go pack for kids on-the-go. BPA-Free, Phthalate-free. Roomy main compartment. Insulated pouch for snacks. Adjustable mesh bottle pocket. Padded, adjustable comfy straps. Write-on nametag inside. Easy to clean lining. Dimensions (inches): 10.5 wide x 12 high x 5 deep.

Paisley Power. Color in the bag and a picture frame luggage tag too. Includes tote bag, luggage tag and 6 brightly colored permanent markers. Tote bag measures 13"W x 1""H x 1"D (33cm x 25.4cm x 2.5cm).

Embroidered with our beloved forest creatures, these sturdy little packs hold everything a child needs for a busy day. Constructed from durable nylon and easy-to-clean laminated canvas. The large interior contains a smaller zipped pocket. Padded back panel and padded shoulder straps. Designed for ages 2 to 5. PVC free, lead free, & phthalate free. (9 x 12 x 5.5”).

The fullpack is the mack daddy of all the MadPax, built for kids on the go. Kids can store their books or guard their gear with a style that says they are one-of-a-kind. A stand out series for those who want to stick out from the crowd. High schoolers to mini rollers, all are welcome.