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November 2008 Notable Toys — Books3-D World Atlas & Tour From: CHRONICLE BOOKS FOR CHILDREN Other products from CHRONICLE BOOKS FOR CHILDREN
Much more than an atlas, this book is a virtual travel experience. It includes more than 40 maps, 30 feature articles on impressive places, more than 50 eye-popping 3-D photos of the world's most interesting sights, and two pairs of 3-D glasses. It "brings geography to life," Cathleen Brady, senior manager of children's publicity for Chronicle Books, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20177 (added 8/21/2008) . Grade 3 Multiplication, Kumon Math Workbook From: KUMON PUBLISHING NORTH AMERICA INC. Other products from KUMON PUBLISHING NORTH AMERICA INC.
This workbook covers repeated addition, skip counting, multiplication facts to 10 x 10, the inverse relationship of multiplication and division, commutative property of multiplication, identity property of multiplication, zero property of multiplication, and patterns and sequencing. "Just like our popular pre-school workbooks, Kumon Math Workbooks are based on the Kumon Method, a learning system designed to help each child reach his or her full learning potential. These workbooks are also correlated to state and national standards in order to ensure that the content is appropriate for your child," Adam Hennessy, in marketing and account management for Kumon Publishing, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 14, 2008. — Though educational books are not a top seller in his store (he only sells about 12 per month), Kumon is the top line, said Steven Levy, owner of Toy City in Keene, N.H. — 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 books each month, making them one of their top-2 best selling educational products. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20174 (added 8/21/2008) . Grade 1 Addition, Kumon Math Workbook From: KUMON PUBLISHING NORTH AMERICA INC. Other products from KUMON PUBLISHING NORTH AMERICA INC.
This book covers, counting, reading, writing and ordering numbers to 120, addition sums beyond 30, and patterns and sequencing, helping children to understand the whole number system. "While other workbooks try to cover a wide range of topics in each book, Kumon Math Workbooks tackle one skill set per book. We believe having one specific goal helps children focus on mastering one skill completely," Adam Hennessy, in marketing and account management for Kumon Publishing, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 15, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20173 (added 8/21/2008) . The Ultimate Lullaby Collection From: TWIN SISTERS PRODUCTIONS Other products from TWIN SISTERS PRODUCTIONS
Age Range: All Ages SKU or Item #: TW1051CD Launch Date: September 2008
One of six new gift sets from Twin Sisters Productions, the Ultimate Lullaby Collection features four music CDs with lullabies and classical music, plus a 48-page, full-color scrapbook ready for photographs and notes about baby's first year. The CDs and memory book are stored in an attractive hard-cover book. It's "an affordable, unique, beautiful giftbook for any special baby!" Ken Carder, in product development for Twin Sisters Productions, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 15, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20126 (added 8/21/2008) . Rufus and Friends: Rhyme Time From: CHARLESBRIDGE PUBLISHING Other products from CHARLESBRIDGE PUBLISHING
Rufus and his canine friends act out 14 tongue-twisting nursery rhymes in this book by best-selling author and illustrator Iza Trapani. It features "fun, familiar rhymes with Iza Trapani's signature wit in words and pictures," Associate Director of Marketing Donna Spurlock of Charlesbridge Publishing told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20122 (added 8/21/2008) . Think Green! From: KIDS THINK BIG LLC Other products from KIDS THINK BIG LLC
(Read Review) Think Green! is a wonderfully illustrated children’s book about simple ways kids (and adults) can help keep Earth clean and safe for all people, animals, fish and birds. It’s a fun book with easy-to-grasp everyday ideas, includes a page to personalize characters and new green ideas, and is a great gift idea for schools, libraries, non-profit fundraising and corporations. Several of the illustrations show website addresses of green-thinking resources. Think Green! is the "first children's book in history to have it's own eco-audit ... an environmental benefits statement explaining the resources saved by printing Think Green! on recycled/post consumer paper vs. virgin fiber," Jeanine Behr Getz, managing director and author for Kids Think Big, told TDmonthly. This book received a Dr. Toy 2008 Summer Vacation Award. Launch date: April 10, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20118 (added 8/21/2008) . This follow-up to Paleo Sharks features a 390-million-year-old cockroach, a 320-million-year-old millipede, and many other ancient creepy crawlies. It offers "high-interest, educational info in an appealing, high-design format," Cathleen Brady, senior manager of children's publicity for Chronicle Books, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20114 (added 8/21/2008) . Animals Christopher Columbus Saw From: CHRONICLE BOOKS FOR CHILDREN Other products from CHRONICLE BOOKS FOR CHILDREN
In this new series by award-winning author Sandra Markle, famous explorers take a backseat to the animals they encounter along the way. Through nimble writing and beautiful paintings, this series casts the past in a whole new light. "The author ... is an internationally known science education consultant," Cathleen Brady, senior manager of children's publicity for Chronicle Books, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20113 (added 8/21/2008) . Candles on the cake, friends and family, special foods and clothing, favorite presents ... children recount what makes their birthday so happy. Even very young children, with their parents' help, can create a wonderful book of personal memories and experiences using their own words, photos and drawings. They can have fun while practicing reading, writing and counting skills. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20104 (added 8/21/2008) . Children write and illustrate a story about their visit with Grandmother — what she looks like, where she lives, how they play, what they eat together, and how they feel about each other. Whimsical mice guide children through the book. Kids practice reading, writing and drawing skills while creating a special keepsake they will read again and again. "The book's interactivity allows parents, grandparents and children to share an engaging activity together, while showing children how much fun reading and writing their own story can be," Barbara Lonnborg, director of Boys Town Press, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 1, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20102 (added 8/21/2008) . Children create a book about their trip to the zoo by describing the short, tall, noisy, quiet, friendly and scary animals they encountered. Completing sentences with their own words, and illustrating the book with their own drawings or photographs, children relive the fun of their special day. Kids can improve reading, writing, comparing, and measuring skills. Parents enjoy helping, too. "By engaging the child as the writer and illustrator of his or her own personal story, this interactive book increases the child's motivation and enjoyment in reading," Barbara Lonnborg, director of Boys Town Press, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 1, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20101 (added 8/21/2008) . What if monkeys were astronauts, pirates, cowboys and queens? This zany book of ABC poetry is boldly illustrated by Matthew Porter with images painted on pine boards that were sanded for texture to show the wood's grain, then finished with a veneer. Edgy yet lovable, Porter's monkeys are already bestsellers, but this is the first time they've come together in one collection. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 20056 (added 8/14/2008) . The Nose That Didn't Fit From: THE MONSTERS IN MY HEAD LLC Other products from THE MONSTERS IN MY HEAD LLC
Ever felt that your feet are too big or your ears stick out? If so, you will be able to relate to Rue, The Monster of Insecurity in his new story The Nose That Didn't Fit. Follow his silly antics as he attempts to change himself only to find out that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. In this, the second book of the WorryWoo series, Author Andi Green explores the emotional world of insecurity through captivating illustrations and a playful tale. Rue and "The Nose That Didn't Fit" won a 2009 Excellent Product Award from iParenting Media and the 2009 Toy of the Year Award (category: storybook and plush) from Creative Child Magazine. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 19988 (added 8/1/2008) .
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