TDmonthly's Toy Fair 2007 Preview
Category: Eco-Friendly

Mona by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

Brightly colored, simple and elegant clutching toy for infants six months and up. Made with German Beech and colored with non-toxic water based stain! 3/20/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Clutching Toy Viva by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

Brightly colored clutching toy for infants six months and up. Made with German Beech and colored with non-toxic water based stain! 3/20/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fuzz That Wuzz Antlerzzz Moose by MARY MEYER CORP.

Made out of recycled plastic bottles, this environmentally friendly moose stands 10" tall and features a dark brown coat and tan antlers. Launch date: 2009. 3/18/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jump Rope by GREEN TOYS INC.

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. ( Watch Video) 3/13/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Organic Cotton Yoyo Doll by KINDERWARE

This certified, 100-percent organic cotton yoyo doll is handmade by fair trade artisans in India. This is the classic yoyo doll made for decades by grandmas, updated for the green community. "It's so difficult and time consuming to make this doll that it can only be made by hand. Yoyo dolls have been childhood favorites for generations," Jenny Krauss, president of Kinderware, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. 3/12/2009 (Price: $28.00)

Red Bolt Cape by CRAFTSBURY KIDS

The Red Bolt Cape is elegant and durable. Each satin cape is lined with supersoft velvet chamois (made from recycled plastic bottles) and adorned with a retro-cool handsewn wool felt applique. The high neckline has a one-size-fits-all snap closure. It includes a drawstring bag, perfect for tucking away secret identities. Available in various styles, and two sizes, the cape starts at $18. It is handcrafted in San Francisco. Launch date: March 2009. 3/12/2009 (Price: $38.00)

Global Green Pals™ - Recycle Kyle™ by RESTORATION GALLERY LLC

Recycle Kyle™ likes to get people motivated about recycling because it is fun, easy, and something everyone can do. From Seattle, he loves to ride his skateboard, a pollution-free form of transportation. Kyle's dedication to recycling began one day while cruising through a park. He hit a soda can and fell down and hurt himself. Since then he has been spreading the word about recycling. He even started a recycling program at school. Kids can join Kyle and the other Global Green Pals on their mission. "The Global Green Pals are a unique group of dolls that highlight important environmental issues and encourage children to learn through play. They have the capability of inspiring children of all origins to take action by changing small things in their daily activities," Malini Goel, founder and president of Restoration Gallery LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 15, 2009. ( Watch Video) 3/12/2009 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tire Swing Set by TIRE TIME LLC

The heavy-duty Tire Time Swing Set makes a great replacement or upgrade for your existing playground set. It includes a heavy-duty plastic tire, a 4 foot double looped nylon rope, and a metal looped attachment device for connection to your playground set. With only four simple steps, the Tire Time Swing Set is assembled easily. Lead free and made of recycled materials. For ages 3-8 with maximum weight of 75 lbs. Adult supervision required. 3/5/2009 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Green Dollhouse w/ Furniture by PLANTOYS

From the sustainably-minded Plan Toys company comes a dollhouse built with many of the latest advances in green engineering in mind. The house itself is made out of recycled rubberwood accented with safe vegetable dyes for color. It includes a retractable canopy wall made from organic cotton, a wind turbine, solar panels and recycling bins. The house is available furnished and unfurnished. Launch date: 2009.
— Plan products were named as best sellers at Green Frog Toys in Portland, Ore., in March 2009. “They’re eco-friendly and beautifully designed and made,” Owner Patricia Fiedler told TDmonthly.
( Watch Video) 3/4/2009 (Price: $240.00)

Tommy Turtle by EARTHENTREE

This handcrafted, wooden pull toy is made by artisans in India and features coloring provided by natural vegetable dye. The turtle's shell rotates as the toy is pulled along. It measures 5" x 5" x 4.5". 3/3/2009 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Überstix™ Scavenger Series - PirateShip™ by UBERSTIX

Adding to the earth-friendly series that encourages kids to recycle products through their constructions, the PirateShip comes with 112 pieces as well as a scavenger list of items children must collect to create their sailable ship. Launch date: February 2009. 2/27/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Polar Cuddle Cub™ by CLOUD B

This cuddly bear is made of eco-friendly materials, including hypoallergenic stuffing and sustainable toy bean fiber, and includes a heart-shaped vibration unit that offers gentle vibration at two modes: heartbeat, a soothing pulse; and continuous, a constant motion. It comes with the Polar Cuddle Cub Storybook that tells the bear's story while educating kids on endangered animals. This product received a 2009 iParenting Media Award. 2/19/2009 (Price: $29.00)

The Airplane by CARDBOARDESIGN

A child can slip through the opening of this plane and run around holding the sides of it, pretending to fly. It can also be decorated and personalized with paints, markers and accessories. It measures 29" x 18" x 18". 2/17/2009 (Price: $50.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dandelion Earth Friendly Goods - Organic Duck by DANDELION

Specializing in earth-friendly and organic goods for young children, Dandelion Earth Friendly Goods has created a line of whimsical rattles and teethers. This soft yellow duck has stitched features and is made with organic cotton velour. A fun first friend for teething, tugging, and snuggling. The interior stuffing is made from fluffy, natural corn fibers. Launch Date: April 2009 2/17/2009 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Story Blocks - Barnyard by SPRIG TOYS, INC.

These eco-friendly construction toys were inspired by children's board books and come with landscape and character pieces. Each set includes flat panels printed with colorful, water-based ink and slotted building blocks made from earth-friendly Sprigwood. The Palace and Barnyard are large sets. There are also medium sets: Construction Site, Ladybug Adventure and Safari Adventure (MSRP: $19.99). Large sets are 90 pieces; the medium are 60. Launch date: Fall 2009. 2/16/2009 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dandelion Earth-Friendly Goods - Classic Shape Sorter by DANDELION

Suitable for babies 6 months and up, this soft, developmental toy is made of organic cotton fabric and is machine washable. It is part of a collection that features minimal packaging made of recycled paper and printed with vegetable-based inks. Launch date: February 15, 2009.
— "[I] love the organics, as new mothers are asking for them," commented Patti Tepper-Rasmussen, owner of Learning Tree Toys, Books & Games in Oklahoma City, following the 2009 ASTRA exhibition. ( Watch Video) 2/15/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Eco-friendly 4 Seasons Block Puzzle by BOIKIDO

 2/10/2009 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ask the Planet: The Missoula Coyote Choir & Friends by THE BIOMIMICRY INSTITUTE

Designed to help children connect children to nature and teach them about environmental concerns, this album features the Missoula Coyote Choir, made up of children ages 7 to 12 who are building eco-awareness. The project also promotes the process of biomimicry — learning from nature itself in order to develop solutions for a more sustainable world. The CD includes 18 tracks.  “A bunch of great songs for kids, their grownups and other animals.” —Bill Harley, Grammy® Award Winner.
Awards: 2009 Creative Child Preferred Choice Award, 2009 Parents' Choice Award, 2009 iParenting Media Best Choice Award. 2/9/2009 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

SandSac™ Beach Pail and Shovel by MESKO Associates LLC

The SandSac™ is and eco-friendly, foldable travel beach pail. Made from 100% cotton canvas with a bamboo shovel, it is an alternative to the traditional plastic shovel and pail. The SandSac™ is also customizable using fabric markers, paints, or applied accessories. Machine washable and can be folded and stored away until its next use. Comes in three sizes and is sold individually or as a set of two. Also included are four fabric markers. ( Watch Video) 2/9/2009 (Price: $11.95)

Ecotronic Robot Head Buzz Wire Game by Russimco Limited

The Robot Head Buzz Wire Game that tests a players' steady hand.  The aim is to take the wire loop from one side of the Robot’s head to the other, guiding it along his curly antenna as they go.  Touch the sides and the Robot will object, buzzing his disapproval with light up eyes.  What’s best is that it is all done by winding it up using a handle on the side without using any batteries! Mr. Robot Head is also now available with a built in AM/FM radio. Launch date: Feb. 2009. ( Watch Video) 2/2/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ecosaucer™ Flying Disc by GREEN TOYS INC.

Made from recycled plastic milk containers, this sturdy flying disc weighs approximately 130 grams. Launch date: February 15, 2009. ( Watch Video) 1/30/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Recycling Truck by GREEN TOYS INC.

Decked out in green, this truck carries the message of recycling in its very construction, as it's made from 100-percent recycled milk jugs.  It is free of metal axles and measures 12" L x 6.25" W x 7" H. Launch date: February 15, 2009. “We're sticking to our strategy that served us well in 2008,” said Robert von Goeben, Co-founder and President of Green Toys Inc. “Our customers say they love who we are, and want more safe, earth-friendly, U.S.-made toys. We've responded by adding some cool new products, yet staying true to our core mission.”
— "[We're] doing extremely well with trucks, particularly the Recycling Truck from Green Toys," Rick Henry of Stellabella Toys in Cambridge, Mass., told TDmonthly when discussing best sellers in late October 2009. ( Watch Video) 1/28/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dump Truck by GREEN TOYS INC.

Made from recycled plastic milk containers, this energy-efficient dump truck features a functional dumper and measures 10" L x 7 1/2" W x 7 1/8" H. Launch date: February 15, 2009.
— "The new trucks from Green Toys will be big hits with 2- to 4-year-olds," Patti Tepper-Rasmussen, owner of Learning Tree Toys, Books & Games in Oklahoma City, told TDmonthly following the 2009 ASTRA Marketplace. ( Watch Video) 1/28/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Abby and the Pipsqueaks! by PIPSQUEAK PRODUCTIONS

This album is Abby's third rockin' release and winner of an iParenting Media Award. Featuring a wide array of genres and instrumentation, including pop, rock, funk, country, rockabilly and calypso, it offers 45 minutes of fun, danceable tunes that will have the whole family on their feet. Interactive songs spotlighting four-part harmonies engage kids and get them moving. As a bonus, the CD is made from eco-friendly packaging with recycled cardboard, veggie inks and recycled water bottles. The CD features "educational and encouraging themes written into catchy tunes that are great fun for kids and parents alike," Michele Senitzer, owner and creator of Pipsqueak Productions, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 11, 2009. 1/23/2009 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ant-O-Sphere-Beta Base Two-Quad Force by TREE TOYS CORP.

Children can make their own Inter Galactic Worlds and Biome Systems, as well as ant space food. They will see ant gardens, ant pools and ant baby hospitals. "All the ECO System range of kits are also designed to be interconnected. So Ants and Worms can go and explore the ECO Dome and Future Farms," Agatha Pan, international sales manager for Tree Toys Corp., told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2009. 1/23/2009 (Price: $22.95)