August 2013 Notable Toys — All

Ever dreamed of being a world-famous car designer? The Hänz Car Design Studio allows you to create functional gravity racers with hundreds of designs. With our three piece design you can create eco-friendly lightweight vehicles that are fast and fun. You can build two small cars and compete with friends or go online and see what others are doing in our innovation community.  Made in the USA with fair trade and the environment in mind.

Developed by world-famous Innovation Expert and Author Nicholas Webb, The Hänz Inventors Lab actually teaches children the same methods that are used by corporations to create world-class innovations. Children can also compete online with other innovators. Have fun and create hundreds of innovations. Made in the USA with fair trade and the environment in mind.

Our exciting Marshmallow Launcher allows you to create hundreds of designs to launch both large and small marshmallows. The learning opportunities include just about every principle of engineering and physics. Flinging food while learning physics and engineering...the winning combination. Made in the USA with fair trade and the environment in mind.

A refill pack with 4 Stackables, 24 Construction Parts.

The MPS (Mobile Power Source) is the smallest Laser Pegs power base which allows kids to take educational toys on the go. The Pendant comes with a cord so that the any creation can be worn as a necklace. The MPS batteries are easy-to-replace and the source can accommodate up to four Laser Peg connections at a time with convenient ON, OFF or FLASHING light settings.

The AC Power Adapter can be used with the Triangle Power Base and/or the 3D LiteBoard.

A Laser Peg Cube that can record up to 60 seconds of audio playback. Comes with 2 cubes.

A Table Top Power Base with 144 connection points along its surface, it allows for groups of kids to play together at one time and from any part of the tabletop. Comes with 150 Pegs.

An 8 in 1 land themed construction kit with Laser Pegs, construction parts, and a Triangle Power Base.
— In a May 2013 survey about construction toys Joe Berardoni Jr, owner of Pun's Toys in Bryn Mawr, Pa. told TDmonthly that "Here at Pun’s, we continue to sell Laser Pegs very well, mostly the Land, Sea and Air series. Their new design which makes them compatible with other construction bricks has helped boost sales over last year at this time."
— In a July 2013 survey Joe Berardoni Jr., owner of Pun's Toy Shop in Bryn Mawr, Pa., told TDmonthly that Laser Pegs is one of the store's best-selling electronic or battery-operated toys.
— Karen Laroche, manager of Kid's Ketch in Lews, Del., told TDmonthly in a Fall 2013 survey that Laser Pegs are one of her store's overall best-selling toys.

An 8 in 1 air themed construction kit with Laser Pegs, construction parts, and a Triangle Power Base.

A 16 in 1 Predator Bug themed construction kit with Laser Pegs, construction parts, and a Triangle Power Base.

A 16 in 1 Prey Bug themed construction kit with Laser Pegs, construction parts, and a Triangle Power Base.

A 16 in 1 Mythology themed construction kit with Laser Pegs, construction parts, and a Triangle Power Base.

A 16 in 1 Sci-Fi themed construction kit with Laser Pegs, construction parts, and a Triangle Power Base.

An 8 in 1 general themed construction kit with Laser Pegs, construction parts, and a Triangle Power Base.

An 8 in 1 sea themed construction kit with Laser Pegs, construction parts, and a Triangle Power Base.

A 6 in 1 general themed construction kit with Laser Pegs and a Triangle Power Base.
— In a July 2013 survey Joe Berardoni Jr., owner of Pun's Toy Shop in Bryn Mawr, Pa., told TDmonthly that Laser Pegs is one of the store's best-selling electronic or battery-operated toys.

Includes two LED-lit bars for building houses, towers, and other structures that light up and blink. The accompanying instruction guides help model construction ideas so children can learn how to create designs of varying shapes and heights.
— Lisa Shinn, manager and buyer for Dancing Bear Toys in Frederick, Md., told TDmonthly in a May 2015 survey that this was a best-selling construction toy at their store.

Where to buy:
NORTH EAST

Can you find all the items hidden in the graphics?  Diamond rings, Banana, Baseball and Bat, Umbrella, Whistle, Comb, Ruler, just to name a few!  Children will spend hours searching for the hidden items cleverly disguised in the graphics of this cozy playhouse!  Playing house is always fun for kids and even more so when they get to decorate it themselves. Constructed of sturdy cardboard, the single-piece playhouse folds up and down in one easy step. Let kids create their own custom-design home with the set of 8 Jumbo washable markers included (Warning choking hazard not for children under age 3). For ages 3 years and up. Keep cardboard dry. MADE in USA. 43.5Lx28Wx35H".  US Patent No. 7,552,563

The only single-piece constructed cardboard playhouse on the market!  Comes 97% pre-assembled; 6 simple folds take you from play to put-away.  Color it, paint it or glue things to it, great for birthday parties, sleepovers, or the perfect gift. Children can color their way to fun with My Very Own House®. This durable playhouse uses the strength of heavy-gauge cardboard to create a sturdy play area. Every inch of the house has been meticulously designed to provide the strongest, safest play area for your child. There are no tabs or sharp edges inside and reinforcement flaps along the bottom walls provide a safe, sturdy coloring center.  Set of 8 Jumbo washable markers included (Warning choking hazard not for children under 3 years). MADE in USA. 56Lx36Wx49H" US Patent No. 7,552,563

Ready for the ultimate Spot it! session? Party box accessories inject a whole new factor of frenzied fun into the smash hit game. Spot it! Party has all new symbols to rev up the challenge. Discover never before-seen-ways to play and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for your chance to snatch or pass the Hand Mascot—it can make or break a win! With 6 mini-games to master, this party box will hook everyone for hours of electrifying fun! Launch date: July 2013.

These high quality Snapo building blocks are made in the USA. They SNAP together in all directions for fun, fast, creative building. Snapo blocks stimulate development of spatial and fine motor skills, connecting sideways, and you can slide and rotate them too for extra fun.

Dressed in lion skin with his arrow strung, aimed and ready, the fearless 2013 Hercules from Safari Ltd® is ready to take on the most challenging of tasks.This hand painted replica measures 3.75” W x 5.25” H (9.75 x 13.25 cm) and is suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Visit safariltd.com to explore educational information in five languages and to view and purchase Safari Ltd® 2013 introductions and all other products.

Perfect pal to accompany a little girl to the "Nutcracker!" This dancing mouse is light on her pink slippers. She wears a pink tutu and matching bow. Here delicate necklace is embroidered. She is a vision in pink and white softness.