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October 2009 Notable Toys — Books Age Range: 3 to 10 Launch Date: January 1997 Gender: Boys And Girls
We Both Read books feature an interactive format designed for a child to take turns reading aloud with a parent or tutor. The left-hand pages feature more sophisticated text for the parent or tutor to read. Then, the child reads the right-hand pages, which feature text written at a specific early reading level. With beautiful illustrations and photos, the books are leveled for children in grades K-3, and the series includes a total of 45 fiction and nonfiction titles. Paperback: $4.99, Hardcover: $9.95. "Designed for shared reading, the We Both Read series brings parents and children together for a wonderful reading experience and faster reading development," Gloria L. Scott, office manager for Treasure Bay, Inc., told TDmonthly. This product has received the following awards: 2005 - The National Parenting Center; 2008 - Learning Magazine's Teachers' Choice Award; 2007 - Institute for Childhood Resources (1 of 10 best Educational Products); and Mom's Choice Award (finalist for Best Children's Series). Launch date: 1997. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24883 (added 8/6/2009) . Our Orphaned Owls From: FIVE STAR PUBLICATIONS INC. Other products from FIVE STAR PUBLICATIONS INC.
 Age Range: 4 to 8 Launch Date: September 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
One night, a big storm hits the farm. High winds and rain sweep through the tree where a mother and father owl are caring for their babies. During the storm, the mother owl disappears. The father owl doesn’t know what to do. Can Farmer Samuel and his wife save them? Launch date: September 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24867 (added 8/6/2009) . Stinky Little Scroungy From: FIVE STAR PUBLICATIONS INC. Other products from FIVE STAR PUBLICATIONS INC.
 (Read Review)  Age Range: 4 to 8 Launch Date: September 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Farmer Samuel’s nephew Mossy discovers a dirty, smelly, and very sick puppy hidden in a box of rags. There is no time to spare. Will they be able to save him? They have to act fast! This tale is part of a four-book series of real stories from a California pet sanctuary, in which author Samuel Lopez records the rescue and restoration of unwanted animals. Launch date: September 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24866 (added 8/6/2009) . The Miracle of the Little Kitten From: FIVE STAR PUBLICATIONS INC. Other products from FIVE STAR PUBLICATIONS INC.
 Age Range: 4 to 8 Launch Date: September 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Farmer Samuel can hear a little kitten calling for help. He searches everywhere but he can’t find him. Just when he’s about given up hope of finding the kitten, here comes his dog Stinky Little Scroungy. Scroungy has something gray and furry in his mouth. Is it the kitten? This story is one in a series of real-life tales from a northern California pet sanctuary. Launch date: September 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24865 (added 8/6/2009) . The Three-Legged Kitten From: FIVE STAR PUBLICATIONS INC. Other products from FIVE STAR PUBLICATIONS INC.
 Age Range: 4 to 8 Launch Date: September 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
A kitten flies out of the window of a speeding car and bounces across the road. The kitten is badly injured. Can Farmer Samuel find her in time? Even if he does, would the little kitten let him help her? "In these four inspiring, real-life stories from a pet sanctuary in northern California, young readers will achieve a deeper understanding of the need to care for and about all animals. Author Samuel Lopez writes about taking in unwanted and abandoned animals, restoring them to health and finding them new homes," Sue Defabis, project manager for Five Star Publications, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24864 (added 8/6/2009) . Cash Cache - Beginning Personal Finance Organizer From: MONEY SAVVY GENERATION Other products from MONEY SAVVY GENERATION
 Age Range: 12 and up SKU or Item #: CC-mini Launch Date: March 2004 Gender: Boys And Girls
This planner is designed to help young adults set short- and long-term goals and demystifies the world of banking, investing and credit. It features a 36-page handbook, four sturdy, zippered pouches for saving, spending, donating and investing, convenient storage pockets, and a privacy padlock. It is available in durable ballistic silver nylon. "This personal finance organizer is simple and easy-to-use. ... A perfect product for the current economic environment," Melinda Voelcker, director of operations and marketing for Money Savvy Generation, told TDmonthly in summer 2009. This product has received the following awards: 2004 Parents' Choice Silver Award, 2008 NAPPA Gold Award, and 2008 Product of the Year (Creative Toy Awards) from Creative Child Magazine. Launch date: March 2004. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24863 (added 8/6/2009) . Perfectly Arugula From: STERLING PUBLISHING CO. Other products from STERLING PUBLISHING CO.
 (Read Review)  Written and illustrated by Sarah Dillard, this picture book welcomes readers to Arugula’s tea party. Everything’s going to be just perfect, because that’s exactly how Arugula likes things. The problem? Perfection is no fun for her guests — they’re too nervous to touch or eat anything. And when someone unexpected arrives, ready to get her party started, Arugula is horrified. Especially when everyone seems to like him better than her. The book features a hedgehog heroine, comic-book style panels, and witty thought balloons. "Arugula is an day-dreaming diva, part Martha Stewart, part Miss Piggy, and all fun," Dillard told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 3, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24740 (added 7/23/2009) . Created and illustrated by Simon Basher, and written by Dan Green, this 128-page, full-color paperbook dedicates individual pages to profiles of stars and other objects in outer space. It comes with a solar system poster. Launch date: May 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24718 (added 7/21/2009) . The Gisela doll and book set is based on one of the daughters of Charlemagne, designed to teach young girls about the lives of young girls during the medieval period. The soft-bodied and vinyl doll is dressed for historical accuracy. Launch date: March 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24648 (added 7/17/2009) . Stickiestory Personalized Sticker Storybooks From: STICKIESTORY Other products from STICKIESTORY
 Stickiestory is a company that creates personalized storybooks for children in which the children become the main characters. Kids can recognize their friends and themselves in the story. Launch date: February 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24643 (added 7/17/2009) .  This book teaches children about the large, diverse country of America — past, present and future — using a simple metaphor of a village of just 100 people. Launch date: August 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24640 (added 7/17/2009) . 
Chicago 101 is required reading for every Chicagoan! This educational and entertaining board book features all the things that make Chicago unique - from the beauty of the Chicago Water Tower to the fun of the ferris wheel on Navy Pier, from the excitement of the Cubs and Bulls to the taste of Chicago-style deep-dish pizza. You'll share all the memories and local spirit with the next generation of Chicagoans. There is even a child-friendly map of the city and page to include a photo of the "future mayor." Chicago 101 makes a great gift for local residents or tourists seeking a keepsake of a great vacation. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24634 (added 7/17/2009) . 
UCLA 101 is required reading for every future Bruin! From the beauty of Royce Hall to the excitement of a football game in the Rose Bowl, you'll share all the excitement with the next generation! ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24633 (added 7/17/2009) . 
Boston 101 is required reading for every Bostonian! This educational and entertaining board book features all the things that makes Boston unique - from the architecture of the Old North Church to the fun of the Swan Boats in Boston Common, from the excitement of the Red Sox and Patriots to the tastes of lobster and Boston cream pie. You'll share all the memories and local spirit with the next generation of Bostonians. There's even a child-friendly map of the city and page to include a photo of the "future mayor." Boston 101 makes a great gift for local residents or tourists seeking a keepsake of a great vacation ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24632 (added 7/17/2009) . New York Yankees 101 From: MICHAELSON ENTERTAINMENT Other products from MICHAELSON ENTERTAINMENT
New York Yankees 101 is required reading for every Yankees fan! From the great players including Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth to the fun of watching the grounds crew dance to YMC in Yankee Stadium, you'll share all the memories with the next generation. Enjoy all the traditions of your favorite team, learn the basics about playing baseball and share your passion for America's Pastime! ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24631 (added 7/17/2009) . Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) A delightful first book for the nursery or a sweet addition to baby’s expanding library, this soft book tells the classic tale of "Guess How Much I Love You." It has a 7” colorful spine for teething tender gums, plus a hanging teether heart. Awaiting discovery inside is a kissing sound and an “I Love You” message. Launch date: April 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24565 (added 7/15/2009) . If You Love a Christmas Tale From: BARRON'S EDUCATIONAL SERIES Other products from BARRON'S EDUCATIONAL SERIES
Featuring two classic Christmas stories, Clement C. Moore's "The Night Before Christmas" and Saviour Pirotta's retelling of "The Nutcracker," this large hardcover is illustrated with watercolor art by Susanna Lockheart and features several changing picture windows for added intrigue. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24554 (added 7/15/2009) . This colorful hardcover relays the story of what happened before the tale of "Goldilocks and the Three Bears" — when Mama Bear and Papa Bear wanted Goldilocks to influence Baby Bear for the better. It includes a pop-up house, envelopes with removable letters, and a page that features Goldilocks with soft, touchable hair. Launch date: August 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24551 (added 7/15/2009) . Elf Fun with Christina Marie Pop-In-Kins From: ELF FUN WITH POP-IN-KINS Other products from ELF FUN WITH POP-IN-KINS
 Minimum Order: (Log in to view) Minimum Reorder: (Log in to view) Dropship Available?: (Log in to view) Ships From: (Log in to view) Terms: (Log in to view) Age Range: 3 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2011) Made in: China SKU or Item #: 856235000113 Gender: Boys And Girls
Christina Marie Pop-In-Kins “pops in” with the first lighting of the family Christmas tree and stays until the last decoration is put away. She loves to play hide-and-seek and is always available to share a smile and to lend an ear. In “Christina Marie and the Little Tree” Christina Marie sets out to be the very best elf at the North Pole. But only after she discovers a little tree and saves it from a certain fate, does she learn what it truly means to be “the very best”. Each Christina Marie Pop-In-Kins Fun Set includes a posable Christina Marie Pop-In-Kins Elf, “Christina Marie and the Little Tree” illustrated storybook, and Christina Marie’s own storage case. Christina Marie Pop-In-Kins was named “2010 Book of the Year” by Creative Child Magazine. Awards: 2011 The Toy Man Award of Excellence; 2011 The Toy Man E-Choice Award; 2011 The Toy Man Seal of Approval; 2010 Book of the Year Award from Creative Child Magazine; 2010 Dr. Toy Best Picks of Children Products Award; 2010 USA Book News Best Books Award Finalist ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24549 (added 7/15/2009) .  Age Range: 3 to 8 SKU or Item #: 4705 Launch Date: January 2006 Gender: Boys And Girls
Kids can join Santa on his Christmas journey in this Scribble Book that comes with 10 color-on, wipe-off board book pages and six crayons. The pages can be colored again and again, and the product may be used at meal time, home, school and restaurants, and for travel and kids on the go. "Our special surface wipes clean with a dry cloth, so children can color over and over," Andi Thea, COTS of Scribble-Mats!, told TDmonthly. It received a 2009 Dr. Toy Best Vacation Children's Products Award. Launch date: 2006. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24461 (added 7/7/2009) . "Thumbuddy To Love" is an illustrated story book that comes with a thumb puppet to help children stop thumb sucking. Fireman Fred (for boys) matches the character in the book. A calendar at the end of the book allows kids to mark off the days they do not suck their thumb. "Thumbuddy To Love is a positive teaching tool for kids to help them break the thumb-sucking habit," Andrea, president of Thumbuddy To Love, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. This product received a 2009 Mom's Choice Award. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24453 (added 7/7/2009) . Origami Fun: Paper Folding for Beginners From: BARRON'S EDUCATIONAL SERIES Other products from BARRON'S EDUCATIONAL SERIES
 (Read Review) This beginner's origami book instructs kids on creating designs that include a spaceship, frogs, flowers and more. The 48 pages of instruction include color diagrams, and the back of the book holds 40 sheets of origami paper. A drawer in the book's spine opens to reveal six colored pencils and 12 decorative eyes that may be used to adorn the finished creations. The book measures 7.5" square. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24467 (added 7/7/2009) . There's a Babirusa in My Bathtub: Fact and Fancy About Curious Creatures From: DAWN PUBLICATIONS Other products from DAWN PUBLICATIONS
(Read Review)  This lively and colorful book features rhyming text that shares facts about lesser-known animals in a humorous way. It is written by Maxine Rose Schur and illustrated by Michael S. Maydak. It is also available in hard cover (MSRP: $16.95). ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24466 (added 7/7/2009) . Caillou Boxed Set From: CHOUETTE PUBLISHING INC. Other products from CHOUETTE PUBLISHING INC.
(Read Review)  This set of five books shares several stories about PBS Kids' Caillou: "Caillou and Rosie's Doll," "Caillou Makes a Snowman," "Caillou Plans a Surprise," "Caillou Puts Away His Toys" and "Caillou Sleeps Over." It is designed to encourage communication between kids and adults as it relays life lessons. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24448 (added 7/7/2009) . Have You Ever Seen a Duck in a Raincoat? From: KIDS CAN PRESS Other products from KIDS CAN PRESS
(Read Review)  This 32-page hardcover explains why humans wear clothing and certain gear that animals don't have to, thanks to special adaptations that help them survive rain and more. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24447 (added 7/7/2009) .
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