March 2009 Notable Toys — All

This vehicles-themed Kids Color Tissue Box® kit features illustrations of different modern day vehicles such as cars, boats, and even helicopters for the child to color in. Each Kids Color Tissue Box® kit includes 2 Coloring boxes, 4 Crayola® Crayons, and 2 packs of Hankeez Brand facial tissues, each with 80 SuperSoft 2-ply tissues in each pack. The tissue box size measues 4 3/8" x 4 3/8" at the base, and 4 3/4" tall.

This set of eco-friendly, peel-and-stick, removeable wall art pieces features 47 decals, including a 16" deer, an 8" fox, six trees, 29 landscaping pieces, and more. The decals are made of polypropylene and can easily be repositioned without harming walls.

All it takes is a twist of the top of the can, and these two colorful piggies go flying.

These soft, knit monkeys have a chime on the inside and bear a heart shape on their tummies. Each little monkey carries a banana, and all can be displayed in a tin pail.

This eco-friendly lunchbag features an easy-to-clean, wipe-off surface made of cotton with an acrylic coating that complies with the Oeko-Tek 100 Standard, meaning it does not contain hazardous chemicals. The bag is also machine washable and has soft handles and a durable zipper.

Sunny Side(Up) is pne of 4 styles…each style in 2 sizes. These funky mongrels come with attitude!

Tooth Rad Dog is one of 4 styles…each style in 2 sizes. These funky mongrels come with attitude!

Noser Rad Dog is one of 4 styles…each style in 2 sizes. These funky mongrels come with attitude!

One of 4 styles of large dogs, 3 styles in mini Quilti Dogs..a bouquet of fresh flower fabrics, hand picked for Quiltis.

A working purse in the shape of an animal, made of the newest designer prints with zipper enclosure, side pocket, and shoulder strap.

The object of this double-play puzzle is to remove the ring. It can be solved in one way, then turned over, hanging vertically, to be solved differently. Launch date: 2009.

In this game of geographical hop-scotch, two to seven players take turn drawing one of the 48 cards of the contiguous United States, toss the beanbag onto that state in three chances, and then hop across the 33-square-foot map, naming each state hopped on and retrieving the beanbag. The game includes instructions in both English and Spanish and can be played in teams.

Suitable for children in grades K through 4, this activity book covers basic geometry through exercises that include drawing shapes of animals and more advanced practice in shape analysis and logic.

Designed to encourage communication and self-expression, FAMILY MATTERS challenges players to do funny things, share stories, learn trivia, and resolve 140 "Fake Family Crises" as they take turns driving through town toward the finish line (aka the Weekend Wish) for some post-game family fun of the winner's choosing.

Made in the United States and available in pink, purple and green, this eco-friendly jump rope features 7' rope that's adjustable and made of 100-percent cotton, and handles made from recycled plastic. Launch date: 2009.

Made in the USA of recycled plastic milk jugs, this tool kit includes flat and Phillips screwdrivers, a wrench, pliers, a hammer, a saw, and two each of nails, bolts, nuts and two-hole connectors. The environmentally friendly set also includes a tool box for storage of the toys. Launch date: 2009.

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This set of flash cards for students in grades 3 through 8 is designed to help develop understanding of the order of operations and fact practice by allowing students to decide which operation needs to be answered first to solve a problem. Each card features a math problem on one side and the solving process on the other. The deck includes 105 flash cards, an instructional guide, games and extension activities. Launch date: February 2009.

This bright, chic bracelet for moms also serves as a teether and toy for babies. "Oh Plah" means "Here you go" in French. The flexible bracelet is free from phthalates, lead, paints, latex, PVC and BPAs. Simplicity (shown), Energy (green) and Harmony (navy) styles are available. Launch date: March 2009.

This small collectible is handmade out of polymer clay and even features a tiny spider on the base. It measures 2" to 3" tall, and no two are alike.

This premier collection of Bella Sara minis features small, velvety horse figurines that come with a stand for display. Each miniature comes with a checklist and a bonus code that gives the user an virtual statue for her cottage online at the Bella Sara website. The figurines may also be used as pieces for a board game. Launch date: March 2009; Series 2: October 2009.

This eighth series of Bella Sara Trading Cards features various treasures that are cherished by the horses in North of North, including natural wonders, jewels and even magical items. Each pack includes five cards, a card checklist, a mini game, stickers and tattoos. Launch date: 2009.

This cuddly plush cow is part of the Zoo Crew collection of 14" stuffed animals. Others in the line include a horse, pink pig, monkey and panda bear. Launch date: 2009.

The Surfer Balance Bike teaches balance and coordination and has a limited turn radius to help prevent tipping. It features 12" tubeless air tires on sealed ball bearings, is height adjustable with a padded saddle, and has a low step-through frame design. It also includes a rear-wheel handbrake and a spring-loaded kickstand. Launch date: April 25, 2009.

The Kettrike Happy Plus Surfer features a four-position Quik-Adjust frame, a three-in-one auto-freewheel system for pedaling, braking and coasting, limited turn-radius steering, a handlebar mounted storage bag, a dual-wheel rear handbrake, and a chrome-plated pushbar. "The Surfer trike has a lifetime warranty on the main 'D' tube frame and a five- year warranty on the paint against fading or rusting," Heather McGlothlin, national sales manager for KETTLER International, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 20, 2009.