TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Construction Product Category

Power Block Sports Car by Laser Pegs Ventures, LLC

Build 8 Light Up rolling model cars with the Laser Pegs Power Block – Sports Car kit. This new power base has construction brick nubs on its surface and comes with detachable light up rolling tire pegs so that you can build the base into your model. The kit comes with 83 tinted construction parts that let you build a Rally Car, F1 Racer, Roadster or your own rolling racer. 8/8/2014 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

National Geographic Oceans by Laser Pegs Ventures, LLC

Dive down into the big blue world with this breathtaking 6 in 1 National Geographic Oceans kit from Laser Pegs! Take a deep breath before you build some magical underwater models like the Clownfish, Manta Ray, Tiger Shark, and many more. Light up your creations to illuminate the ocean itself as your building experience reaches new depths!

 8/8/2014 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Disney Princess - Ariel's Amazing Treasures by LEGO

Ariel’s Amazing Treasures from LEGO® brand Disney Princess™ includes a beautiful coral reef, golden gates, treasure chest, pearl and more!
— Three out of 11 retailers told TDmonthly in a May 2015 survey that LEGO was their best-selling brand of licensed toys. 7/31/2014 (Price: $12.99)

Engino 40 Model Set with Motor by ELENCO

The multi-model cabability of ENGINO TOY SYSTEM is proportional to the number of parts contained in the sets. The inventor pro series is the ultimate range more suitable for intermediaste and advanced users who literally "play to invent" ! The models created with these sets are bigger and more elaborate and can move with the new compact dual output motor. The series starts with the 40 models set and goes all the way to the 100 models set which has 2 motors and extra gears for even more complex builds. Each set contains printed instructions for selected 10 models while the rest can be downloaded free from engino's website. 7/31/2014 (Price: $79.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

12 in 1 National Geographic Animals by Laser Pegs Ventures, LLC

Take the ultimate safari adventure with this fully loaded 12 in 1 National Geographic Animals kit from Laser Pegs! Animal enthusiasts everywhere will love building models of their favorite wildlife friends like the Elephant, Giraffe, Lion, Rhino, and many more. Pump up your playtime by lighting up your creations to extend your safari well into the night!
— Teresa Derry, owner of Annie's Toy Chest in Cocoa, Fla., told TDmonthly in a November 2014 survey that Laser Pegs is one of their store's top-2 best-selling toy lines. 7/31/2014 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Educational Series by Laser Pegs Ventures, LLC

Looking for a fun way to teach reading, writing and arithmetic? The Educational kit from Laser Pegs comes with 12 Letter Blocks, 12 Number Blocks, 12 Word Blocks and a 3D Lite Board with 39 FUN games to play! Each block contains an LED that illuminates when connected to the 3D Lite Board. Combine and stack the blocks any way you can to make different words, sentences and equations. 100% compatible with all other Laser Pegs® construction kits so you can build and learn at the same time.

 7/31/2014 (Price: $99.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

OGOBILD with AnimateIt! - Studio Kit (with camera) by OGOSPORT, LLC

Build, Create and Animate! OGOBILD is a line of creative construction toys created to promote open-ended play and stimulate a child's imagination. This kit contains Animate It! Express software, which was developed with the Aardman Animations studio (the creators of Wallace & Gromit and Chicken Run) and is the premier UK education stop-motion animation software. Teaches the basics of stop motion animation. Allows kids to make their own animated movies with Animate It! Express. Takes advantage of the OGOBILD System's Versatility. Share finished films with family, friends, and the world!
Awards: 2014 TDmonthly Magazine Top Toy Award 7/31/2014 (Price: $70.00)

12 in 1 Spider by Laser Pegs Ventures, LLC

The brightest creepy crawlers you’ve ever seen exist in this incredible 12 in 1 Spider kit from Laser Pegs! Build your favorite insects like the Grasshopper, Scorpion, Praying Mantis, Ant, and many more. 7/31/2014 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

MAGFORMERS Gear - Magnets in Motion 20 Pc Accessory Set by MAGFORMERS LLC

Add motion to your current Magformers set with 20 gear accessories. Easy to use, endless fun.

 6/23/2014 (Price: $17.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

LEGO Disney Rapunzel's Creativity Tower by LEGO

Help Rapunzel paint, bake cookies or capture Flynn Rider in her enchanted tower! She’s no longer held captive, but there is still plenty for Rapunzel to do in her awesome Tower! Painting murals in the attic, looking after Pascale, or baking cookies with Flynn, there is so much to do and see! 5/29/2014

BRIOŽ Magnetic Building Blocks by SCHYLLING

A classic and colorful building toy. Six blocks and two globes form the basis of your dream construction. Measures 5.5" x 5.5" x 5.5" in box. Ages 12 months & up. Founded in Sweden in 1884, BRIO® makes the highest quality wooden toys that have delighted children and created happy memories for generations. Both educational and fun, BRIO®’s uncompromising focus on design, quality and craftsmanship create toys of lasting value that stimulate creativity and imagination. Engaging play and learning are integral themes in all BRIO® toys, satisfying a child’s educational needs and growing with them through their various phases of development. 5/29/2014 (Price: $19.99)

Pipsquigz by FAT BRAIN TOY CO.

Meet pipSquigz, a set of three Fun Little Suckers for ages 6 months and up. Adored by baby and parents alike, pipSquigz are perfect for the stroller, highchair, bathtub, and anywhere-travel. Simply push pipSquigz down on any smooth surface and watch baby interact with this high-quality silicone suction toy. With super-suction, each shape can be tugged, pushed, shaken and pulled. Or, push and stick the shapes together for new play experiences. Babies delight in the versatile movement, sound and texture.
— Heather Rounds, buyer for Smart Kids Company in Greenwich, Conn., told TDmonthly in an April 2015 survey that Pipsquigz was their store's best-selling infant & toddler toy. 5/29/2014 (Price: $19.95)

Magformers Rainbow 62 Piece Set by MAGFORMERS LLC

You’ll enjoy more colorful, magical, and powerful magnets in this larger version of the basic set. The 62 Piece Set contains 30 squares, 20 triangles, and adds building diversity with 12 pentagons. A wonderful set for the novice builder who’s ready to leap into creativity. This set is truly easy and simple to use right out of the box. Only the best materials are used, High Quality ABS Plastic and 1/3" rare-earth NEODYMIUM magnet on side of the shape. 5/28/2014 (Price: $99.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The LEGO Movie Mini Figures (71004) by LEGO

With 16 special minifigures featured in The LEGO® Movie, this is one LEGO Minifigures collection as you've never seen it before! There's Emmet, with his exclusive construction helmet, Wild West Wyldstyle, the Master Builder and the rest of the cast: President Business, Scribble-Face Bad Cop, Marsha Queen of the Mermaids, Abraham Lincoln, Velma Staplebot, William Shakespeare, Panda Guy, Gail the Construction Worker, Mrs. Scratchen-Post, Wiley Fusebot, Calamity Drone, Larry the Barista, Taco Tuesday Guy and "Where are my pants"? Guy. Each minifigure comes in a sealed "mystery" bag with its own special accessories, display plate and collector's leaflet. Buy a bag, open it up and see which one you get!
— Kelly Ratoff, owner of Kennebunk Toy Company in Kennebunk, Maine, told TDmonthly in a May 2014 survey that LEGO Movie Minifigures were her store's best-selling licensed toys. 5/19/2014 (Price: $3.99)

The Princess Play Castle by LEGO

The Princess Play Castle is a magical world of imagination and fun. Groom the beautiful cat at the grooming station and walk across the drawbridge to the fairytale castle with lots of pink bricks. There’s even a slide for the princess to play on. This iconic set comes in a pretty pink storage box, so it makes an ideal gift set. Use the supplied building instructions to rebuild the set into a play garden with a slide and seesaw or the princess’ royal bedchamber. Includes a princess minifigure and her cat. 4/28/2014 (Price: $14.99)

Tinkerbots by KINEMATICS

Kinematics is a modular robotic construction kit, consisting of kinetic modules and adaptor blocks, which can be connected freely and without the use of cables. Kinematics is suitable for children from the age of 5 years and upwards, and with no computer skills being necessary, they may build interactive robots which have the ability to move. Exploring and playing with the Kinematic Blocks introduces children to the world of mechanics, sensors and renewable energy. The construction kit is a highly entertaining and useful teaching tool with an intuitive interface. The adaptor blocks enable Kinematics to be connected to other leading construction kits.

 4/10/2014 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

LEGO Movie Unikitty in Cloud Cuckoo Land by LEGO

Revel with Unikitty in Cloud Cuckoo Land, the happiest, most positive and creative place in the universe! Join Emmet, Wyldstyle and all the master builders in this multi-colored playful paradise where the sun is always shining and a cute snail glides between the bright flowers. But beware! Unbeknown to Emmet, there’s a tracking device on his leg and Lord Business’ Executron has trailed him to the palace and is ready to handcuff him. Shoot flowers from the flower catapult to fend him off and help Emmet and Wyldstyle make a getaway! Includes 3 minifigures and accessories: Emmet, Wyldstyle and Executron, and 2 figures: Unikitty and a snail.
— Deran Muckjian, owner of Catch a Falling Star in Lexington, Mass., told TDmonthly in a March 2014 survey that "By far, LEGO Movie product is No. 1" in their store.
— In a May 2014 survey, four out of 11 retailers told TDmonthly that LEGO was their best-selling construction toy brand.
— In a May 2014 survey, four out of 11 retailers told TDmonthly that Lego was their best-selling line of licensed toys. 3/31/2014

Amusement Park Series - Supersonic Swirl Building Set by K'NEX BRANDS

Collect & Build the space themed amusement park!! Get all 3- the Star Shooter Coaster, the Amazin' 8 Coaster and the Supersonic Swirl, all sold separately, you can have a working amusement park right in your home! Recommended for builders ages 7 and up. Requires 2 AA batteries, not included.

 3/27/2014 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ocho by KNUCKLE STRUTZ

This new construction toy functions off of 8 sided geometry. Pieces connect at 90 and 45 degree angles, and can be combined with a 6 sided part that can connect at 33 degree angles. Hinges, axels, and other components help kids create moving structures.

 3/4/2014 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Marble Racer by GALT TOYS

Build an exciting marble racing game for up to 4 players. Fully compatible with Galt Marble Run, this exciting construction set features 3 special racing pieces.A variety of chutes and wheels are also included for a really fascinating race. Starter top, starter base, finish, 3 racing vortex, wiggly bell chute, staircase, staircase support, curved chute with horizontal wheel, vertical wheel chute, paddle wheel, 'S' shaped chute, 4 straight chutes, 37 tubes, 4 bases and 20 marbles. Mention ToyDirectory for special considerations

 2/24/2014 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wonder Trix Tracks by SMART GEAR LLC

Creative Gravity Play. More than a classic wooden ball run with fun and exciting eye-catching tricks and an easy locking system that keeps your creations stable while you build your maze. With your imagination there are endless configuration possibilities!
Specially designed bricks are made from a combination of recycled saw dust and food grade plastic so it is safe, durable and good for the environment.
Combine with other Trix Track sets to create even larger tracks, even more Trix and endless fun! 11 style sets available!
ENCOURAGES IMAGINATION & ORIGINALITY
PROMOTES INTELLECT & SKILLS
PROMOTES SPATIAL PERCEPTION
PROMOTES CREATIVITY AND CONCENTRATION 
Eco-Friendly: Made in Thailand from environmentally friendly rubberwood and strictly using Non-Toxic Paints, Dyes and Lacquers and Formaldehyde Free Glue. Packaging is made from at least 70% recycled paper.

 2/5/2014 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Geometry Set (Large Edu.) by KNUCKLE STRUTZ

Spatial awareness and geometric patterns are great to learn about when you have a big morphing models. The Geometry construction set is made of interlocking geometric shapes. with the amazing morphing power of KnuckleStrutz joints, these building toys can transform, while all of the pieces still connected! With its many pieces, you can also build the Hyper Bike from our main product line.
• 514 pieces
• Create shapes that dynamically morph
• Build complex models with basic geometry
• Also includes instructions for the Hyper Bike motorcycle 1/17/2014 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Knuckz Delux by KNUCKLE STRUTZ

With the Knuckz Delux, our biggest standard building set yet, you can assemble the Engine 29 fire truck and the Big Rig semi truck! You can also build 6 other models! Use the 397 pieces (including 12 gears and 10 tires) to construct any model you can imagine!
• 397 pieces
• Can build 8 models
• comes with 22 gears and 10 wheel tires 1/17/2014 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

LEGO City Starter Set by LEGO

Build your own adventures with the LEGO® City Starter Set featuring 5 minifigures, an ambulance, police motorcycle, fire truck and accessories.
— In a May 2015 survey, four of 11 retailers told TDmonthly that LEGO was their best-selling line of construction toys.

Where to buy:
NORTH EAST
NORTH WEST 12/4/2013 (Price: $29.99)

Squigz by FAT BRAIN TOY CO.

Apply pressure to two Squigz. Air rushes out and the fun rushes in! Connecting to each other and to any solid, non-porous surface - Squigz are a species all their own. They flex. They stick. They suck people into creativity. Once they take hold, it takes some pull to separate them. When Squigz POP! in protest - you’ll have to admit… your hands and ears are shamelessly delighted!
— Jenni Mallory, manager of Magic Box LTD in New Orleans, La., told TDmonthly in a March 2014 survey that Squigz was a best-selling product.
— David Castillo, vice president of The Red Balloon Toy Store in Salt Lake City, Utah, told TDmonthly in a November 2014 survey that Squigz from Fat Brain Toys is one of their store's best-selling toys.


Where to buy:
NORTH EAST
NORTH WEST 12/4/2013 (Price: $24.95)