TDmonthly's Toy Fair 2007 Preview
Category: Developmental Toys

Discover Electronics Kit by SPARKLE LABS

The Discover Electronics Kit is designed to help users learn the basics of electronics and make their own projects. It contains the most common electronics components as well as a prototyping breadboard. Easy, full-color diagrams teach how to bring ideas to life, helping teenagers become smarter about the world around them. It offers a basic understanding of how things work and that knowledge is a great motivator in figuring out how to solve problems. Not overly simplified, it uses real parts and encourages creativity — not just following directions. "The kit takes you beyond the concept of turning on a light and guides you through the 'how' and the 'why' of electronics so you can get creative yourself," Victoria George, founder of Victoria George Public Relations, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2009. 10/29/2009 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ophélie and Her Chicks by LILLIPUTIENS

Ophélie hides in her chubby belly a large, cuddly egg in which her four chicks, all with different colors and featuring different sounds, are snuggled up warmly. Each chick gets into the egg through an opening of the corresponding color. Mother Ophélie is a hand puppet and the little chicks are finger puppets. A game encouraging mother-child role playing, recognition, matching colors, and awakening of the senses, Ophélie offers baby various discoveries. "Ophélie and her chicks is a toy that evolves in a way that accompanies the baby throughout his or her passage into early infancy. As the child grows, new play elements are revealed, making new activities possible," Alicia Célérier, assistant sales manager export for Lilliputiens, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. Watch Ophélie and Her Chicks: Top-5 Video, Toy Fair 2010 ( Watch Video) 10/29/2009 (Price: $39.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

“My Week” Magnetic Wipe-Off Calendar for Young Children by 2FISH KIDS

MY WEEK is designed to show little ones how days are organized in a way that is colorful, playful and personalized to a child's life. It may be used to introduce the days of the week, seasons, weather, routines and special events. Colours and symbols allow even pre-readers to differentiate each day. MY WEEK includes a magnetic calendar, 58 developmentally appropriate activity magnets, a dry erase marker and a reusable storage bag. "In a nutshell, it helps children to develop a better understanding of the abstract concept of time in an engaging, fun manner! We have found no other products in the market that address this need," Nathalie and Jennifer, owners of 2fish kids, told TDmonthly. Launch date: December 2009. 10/29/2009 (Price: $18.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sea Play Creative Drama Kit: Terry the Turtle by PIPPEROOS™ LLC

Designed for children ages 3 to 8, Pipperoos' creative drama kits include dress-up materials and an illustrated storybook. The Sea Play Sea Turtle Kit features a Terry the Turtle costume and Pipperoos' first book, The Key in the Sea. While listening to the story, children can pantomime, act out the story independently, or explore the theme with related activities listed in the book. "Pipperoos' creative drama products encourage active participation in reading, storytelling, and learning," Jennifer Hastings, co-founder of Pipperoos, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 18, 2009. 10/29/2009 (Price: $25.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rough 'N' Tuff Peek-A-Boo Bag by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

This 6" square bag challenges its owner to find each of the fun objects in the bead-filled bag through the front window. The bag includes a snap tag that lists the different products, and kids can also form their own games and try to "find something blue," for example. Other colors/themes are available.
— Christine Lee of Treehouse Toys in Canton, Ohio, told TDmonthly in late October 2009 that she expects the Peek-A-Boo Bags to do really well for the holiday season, since there's nothing like them for toddlers. 10/29/2009 (Price: $14.99)

Deep Into the Forest by KID O PRODUCTS

Part play theater and part brainteaser, this forest exercises imagination and depth perception. Children can make up their own stories or use the cards; the challenge is to determine which animal is standing deeper in the forest. The "unique gift item inspires imaginative play as well as developing depth perception," Brooke Sherman, wholesale manager of Kid O Products, told TDmonthly. ( Watch Video) 10/20/2009 (Price: $37.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Illumination Station by SASSY

Four spinning pieces with a variety of bright colors,  textures and shapes draw baby’s eyes, ears and mouth to play with the Illumination Station. Like Sassy’s classic Fascination Station and Fishy Fascination Station, this toy can be mounted to a high chair tray or other flat surface with its sturdy suction-cup base. The moon ball glows from within when baby spins or shakes the Illumination Station. ( Watch Video) 10/20/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Beginning Bites Rattles by SASSY

Beginning Bites teethers inspire baby's sense of taste. A baby will have fun exploring the various textures and shapes while teething. Sold as a 2-pack. ( Watch Video) 10/20/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Kreechers - Blanche Kreecher by MANHATTAN TOY

Pay no heed to the fainters and screamers. Blanche takes pride in being your ugly stepmonster — not to mention the first pillow ever with rainbow highlights and a mutated crown. 10/15/2009 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Whoozit Baby Tizoo by MANHATTAN TOY

Bright colors and high-contrast patterns offer visual stimulation; hidden noise makers, including rattles, squeakers, and crinkle paper perk up little ears; and a variety of textured fabrics keep busy hands occupied. Small enough to tuck into a purse or diaper bag. 10/15/2009 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Weplay - Putt Putt Balance Board by WEE BLOSSOM INC.

The design of double-layered tracks allows the ball to move forward and go in one hole and out from the other continuously through the user's left-right movement. This innovation increases the play value and promotes the player's movement, balance and coordination. Putt Putt Balance Board is an evolution of Rocking Seesaw & Maze Balance Board. The user can watch the progress of the ball while standing on the base. The anti-slip design on the bottom of the board is provided to ensure the safety of the user. The playing method can vary from simple to complex; it can be adjusted based on the child's ability: the ball can circulate between the upper and lower layers. Dimensions are 20" x 16" x 2" and maximum loading is 176 lbs. Launch date: October 2, 2009.

 10/15/2009 (Price: $85.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Weplay - Stepping Stones by WEE BLOSSOM INC.

The pebble-like stilts have rubber anti-slip guards and adjustable ropes. Once the ropes are removed, the stilts can be used as stepping stones; both sides can be used to train for balance. Dimensions are 6" x 4" x 3" and maximum loading is 132 lbs. "The new twist on an American favorite offers multiple ways to play. The stones can be used as stilts in two different ways with the curved side up to give the feet a new angle or with the flat side up for a more complicated way to walk. Also the ropes can be removed and kids can just walk across them," Lynn Toves, in sales and marketing for Wee Blossom, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2009. 10/15/2009 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Handheld Rotation Boards (L) by WEE BLOSSOM INC.

This equipment targets the cerebral cortex and can be used with one or two players. Movements can be achieved by simple motions exerted from the waist and arms. The large board with a 26" diameter comes with two base mounts of varied curvatures to provide different levels of challenge and fun. Maximum loading is 132 lbs. "These fun and entertaining boards allow children to move easily in multiple directions," Lynn Toves, in sales and marketing for Wee Blossom, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2009. 10/15/2009 (Price: $151.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BuckleyTurtle by BuckleyBoo, LLC

BuckleyTurtle has four buckles and a more complex configuration than other BuckleyBoos. He has a fully removable shell with a secret pocket in back to hide special treasures. "BuckleyBoos are a totally unique and fun way for toddlers to master essential developmental tasks," Emily Ross, CEO of BuckleyBoo LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2009. ( Watch Video) 10/5/2009 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BuckleyMobile by BuckleyBoo, LLC

The grow-and-go design of the BuckleyMobile extends the life of the purchase with a multi-stage product created to delight newborns and continue to engage them as toddlers. By integrating the BuckleyBoo Click Buddies into the product design, the mobile comes with four individual rattles/finger puppets that can be clipped onto any stroller, highchair or car seat so baby can take them on the go. The wind-up mobile plays Brahms' Lullaby, and the removable Click Buddies, which each have an internal rattle, buckle into the cloud canopy. Launch date: September 2009. ( Watch Video) 10/5/2009 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BuckleyLion by BuckleyBoo, LLC

For ages 15 months and up, each BuckleyBoo is designed to teach babies and toddlers visual matching, small motor coordination and problem solving as they match brightly patterned ribbons and configure five different types of plastic buckles. An internal motion activated chime will delight young ears as little fingers buckle their way to mastery. "BuckleyBoo is a unique, one-of-a-kind find that has been embraced by moms, educators, special needs educators, the media and more. BuckleyBoo is the ONLY toy that gives toddlers a platform to practice essential developmental tasks in an using the every day buckles that they are surrounded by and love to play with," Emily Ross, CEO of BuckleyBoo LLC, told TDmonthly. BuckleyLion was named one of Dr. Toy's Top 10 Toys of 2009. Launch date: September 2009. 10/5/2009 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

14" Square Juggling Scarves by ARTS EDUCATION IDEAS

This set includes 12, 14"-square, 100-percent nylon scarves in a variety of colors, plus a durable reusable plastic bag for storage. It is made in the USA. Launch date: 2009. 10/5/2009 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Award Winning – Pastel Mini Pack with CD by ARTS EDUCATION IDEAS

With six, 27" square, washable nylon scarves in lavender, medium blue, lime green, yellow, peach and pink, this set also includes an instructional/informational insert and IDEAS Primary Music CD along with a reusable plastic hanging storage bag. Launch date: 2008. 10/5/2009 (Price: $18.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Award Winning – Rainbow Scarf Mini Pack With CD by ARTS EDUCATION IDEAS

This pack includes six, 27" square, washable nylon scarves, one of each of the following colors: purple, royal blue, kelly green, yellow, orange and red. It also includes an instructional/informational insert and IDEAS Primary Music CD along with a reusable plastic hanging storage bag. Launch date: 2008. 10/5/2009 (Price: $18.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Award Winning – Patriotic Mini Pack by ARTS EDUCATION IDEAS

This pack includes 12, 27" square scarves, two of each of the following color combinations: red, white and blue. It includes an instructional/informational insert and a reusable plastic hanging storage bag. Launch date: 1996. 10/5/2009 (Price: $22.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Award Winning – Cool Colors Mini Pack by ARTS EDUCATION IDEAS

This kit includes 12, 27" square scarves, two of each of the following color combinations: purple, lavender, royal blue, medium blue, kelly green and lime green. It includes an instructional/informational insert and a reusable plastic hanging storage bag. "Our scarf kits contain high quality, 100-percent washable nylon scarves in vibrant colors. ... we also provide durable and reusable plastic bags for storage as well as Velcro to hang the scarves in a special place, where they can be put away easily and beautifully," Rosanne Jessen, marketing associate for arts education IDEAS, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 1996. 10/5/2009 (Price: $22.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BuckleyBoo Crib-a-Roo by BuckleyBoo, LLC

Stimulate your baby’s senses with the BuckleyBoo Crib-a-Roo, a wonderful, playful grow-and-go addition to your babies crib. The Crib-a-Roo comes with BuckleyRoo and a sleeping BabyRoo, a developmental duo that stimulates development and engages the senses. ( Watch Video) 9/24/2009 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Color Roller by SCHYLLING

Suitable for children ages 18 months and up, the Color Roller spins to display the colors of the rainbow when pushed along the floor. ( Watch Video) 9/10/2009 (Price: $24.99)

Scarf Canopy by ARTS EDUCATION IDEAS

Available in red, white, royal blue or medium blue, this 100-percent nylon scarf canopy measures 9' x 9' and comes with an nstructional/informational insert and reusable plastic bag for storage. Launch date: 2008. 8/28/2009 (Price: $25.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Award Winning – Scarf Wand by ARTS EDUCATION IDEAS

This wand is a whimsical, floaty medley of brilliant multi-colored, 36", 100-percent nylon streamers attached to a 12" wooden handle. It can be used to add graceful, flowing movements to explorations of water, air or wind, or move with any flowing music. The wands come in a reusable plastic cylinder for easy storage. Launch date: 2008. 8/28/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]