TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Board Games Product Category

Red and Black Wood Checkers Set by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

Remember the good old days, relaxing on a lazy weekend afternoon playing a game of checkers with your family? It has become a popular American tradition. Draughts, as it is known in Great Britain, has ancient roots. It is believed, the earliest form of checkers was discovered in an archeological dig at Ur in Iraq. This set is our most popular one with its beautifully made wood board and red and black wood pieces. It's the perfect game to play with your kids to start your own family traditions!  This item will be shipping in our exclusive and beautiful Value Line packaging. 8/14/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Farmers Market by FAMILY PASTIMES

We are customers visiting the Market. Some times we buy things. Some times we just look. Sometimes we return stuff. It’s up to us to decide what to buy or just look at. Each Vendor must sell enough to be able to come back another day. If they don’t make some money or even lose money, they will leave.

So, the object is to watch out for everyone’s welfare. To do this well, we must discuss, plan, & problem-solve together, so everyone will enjoy some success. Lots of decision making for each player. The basic game plays quickly, with an advanced game for older players.

Includes: 12 booths, 50 tokens of looking, buying and returning. 8/10/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Original Memory by HASBRO INC.

The classic board game provides fun for all ages as players try to remember what's hiding were and find matching pairs of their favorite things, two by two. Players just flip over the cards in trying to make a match. Two same cards are kept. The player with the most pairs is the winner. Memory is ideal for non-readers and reinforces matching and counting skills. It can be played by one or more players.
— "Memory" was among the most popular games in Three Sisters in Springfield, MA. 8/7/2007 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

DICEcapades! Kids Version by HAYWIRE GROUP

Trivia, drawing, word & number play, physical challenges and a TON of dice! Our hit game Dicecapades!™ is now available for kids and is better than ever! An absolutely hilarious game that's fun for the whole family!

2-4 Players 8/2/2007 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Thomas Making Tracks by BRIARPATCH INC.

Thomas and his friends Molly, Percy and James lay tracks from their sidings to the main line, so they can travel over the bridge and into the train shed. The first engine to enter the roundhouse wins. The game includes 72 track pieces that insert into the game board, four engine tokens and spinner and game rules. No reading is required. “While color matching is an integral part of the game,” Lisa Orman, public relations representative for Briarpatch Inc., told TDmonthly. “Preschoolers who master the concept of sequencing will have an edge in this game.” Launch date: 2007. 7/25/2007 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Multi-Lingo by RUMBA GAMES INC.

Multi-Lingo can be played in English, French, Italian or Spanish or in any combination of the four. Players spell words using letter tiles. The game gets challenging as players borrow other players’ words to create and recreate new ones. Handicap levels the field so children learning to read can play with sophisticated wordsmiths. Launch date: December 2006. 7/25/2007 (Price: $29.95)

Rigamarole by RUMBA GAMES INC.

This board game takes the word variety to a whole new level. Players will be asked to perform a variety of challenges, including sock wrestling, imitating the sound of coughing up a hairball, taste-testing while blindfolded and more. Launch date: December 2006. 7/25/2007 (Price: $34.95)

Roll-It Tic-Tac-Toe by PATCH PRODUCTS INC.

Roll-It Tic-Tac-Toe adds dice to the classic game of tic-tac-toe. Roll the dice and mark a number; get three numbers in a row and watch one’s score grow. “Roll-It Tic-Tac-Toe was created by a teacher who uses games in his classroom to help motivate students,” Barbara Uebelacker, public relations manager at Patch Products Inc., told TDmonthly. “This game lets students practice their addition skills and develop problem-solving strategies.” Launch date: June 2007. 7/25/2007 (Price: $14.99)

Ticket to Ride Swiss Map Expansion by DAYS OF WONDER

Intended for two to three players, this game features 46 Destination Tickets that include new city-to-country and country-to-country routes in addition to the standard city-to-city tickets. This board game requires the original Ticket or Ride or Ticket to Ride Europe. Launch date: October 2007. 7/25/2007 (Price: $25.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

FlapDoodle by WIGGITY BANG GAMES

Players race through the FlapDoodle factory using their creativity and imagination to answer crazy questions and perform silly stunts. The first to make it through the factory wins. The family-friendly game comes with 230 playing cards, six character pieces, a game board and instructions. Launch date: September 15, 2007. ( Watch Video) 7/25/2007 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pewter Painted Civil War II Chessmen Set by FAME (USA) PRODUCTS INC.

The Civil War will be remembered forever with this solid pewter chess set. It features the battle of Abraham Lincoln and First Lady with the north army against Andrew Jackson and First Lady with the south army. Each piece is beautifully crafted and hand painted to show the finest detail. The king measures 3.25” and the base is 7/8”. 7/19/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fossil IslandŽ Dinosaur Adventure by WHITE SAND GAMES

In this game, players travel through Fossil Island, navigating a colorful dinosaur down an eggshell trail by rolling a die and solving an addition card problem. They discover shortcuts, take chances on Dino Dare cards, survive ups and downs, bump an opponent and race ahead … trying not to fall back. Different ages and abilities can play side by side, and players are together to the end. “Fossil lsland is designed to facilitate play as the user sees fit. The objective of the game can be changed with a simple change of card decks so parents and teachers don't have to buy an entirely new game,” Creator Bonnie Hemstad of White Sand Games told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 2007. 7/19/2007 (Price: $21.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ludus Gladiatorius by CRYSTAL CASTE

This gladiator combat game comes with five pre-painted pewter miniatures, game rules, character sheets, counters and a full-color arena play sheet. Launch date: August 2007. 7/19/2007 (Price: $25.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

APBA Pro Football Board Game by APBA INTERNATIONAL INC

This is the granddaddy of football simulations, celebrating its 50th year of long bombs, quarterback sacks and blocked field goals. If you've ever wanted to coach real pro players, APBA Pro Football is for you. You call the plays on offense, align your defense when the other guys have the ball, and make the key substitutions that could spell the difference between victory and defeat. We've been refining and improving APBA Football for five decades, and this version is the best yet. Information on 88 different players is included, with full season card sets both historical and current are available seperately. The rule book's been redesigned, too. It collects all the rules and rosters and play boards in a handy spiral-bound format, and APBA history, playing tips and league guidelines. Best of all, its quick-start guide can have you playing APBA ProFootball in - are you ready for this? - five minutes! Game boards and scoresheets have also been made more attractive and easier to use. 7/10/2007 (Price: $21.00)

I Can Do That by THE WONDER FORGE LLC

This game features three of Dr. Seuss' most memorable characters: Horton, the Grinch and the Cat. Centered around The Cat in the Hat, this game is filled with many hilarious activities that players need to perform to win the game. One such activity is balancing a toy goldfish bowl on one’s head. 6/29/2007

Thomas & Friends DVD Bingo by SCREENLIFE

In this DVD bingo game, Thomas, Percy, Edward and the engines of Sodor teach youngsters numbers, colors and matching skills. Character voices and kid-friendly music accompany players as they try to match the numbers on the screen with the numbers on their bingo cards. The game is hosted by Sir Topham Hat and includes one DVD, six double-sided bingo cards and 150 bingo chips. 6/29/2007 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

10 Days in the USA by OUT OF THE BOX PUBLISHING

Another destination in the 10-Days Travel Series, this game gives kids 10 days to travel the USA by jet, car, and on foot. They plan the trip from start to finish using destination and transportation tiles. With a little luck and clever planning, you just might outwit your fellow travelers. The first traveler to make connections for their 10-day journey wins the game.
— “This is probably my kids’ favorite board game," said Julie Petoia, a member of TDmonthly's Homeschooling Roundtable. "They've also modified the play, so that it can be an extra-cutthroat race to the finish.”
— The homeschoolers play 10 Days in the USA an average of 1.31 times per week. 6/28/2007 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Griddly Headz Racing by GRIDDLY GAMES INC.

Officially licensed by NASCAR, this game is part of a distinctive and innovative line of sports-themed games. Dice-rolling and sports-related challenges combine with strategy, alliances and a bit of luck to make these games action-packed from the first roll of the dice to the final frenzied seconds. The game is fun, easy to learn and quick to play. This product is a spring 2007 National Parenting Center Seal of Approval Award winner. Launch date: January 2007. 6/27/2007 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Safety Brainiac - Junior EditionŠ by BRAINIAC GAMES INC. LLC

This game helps children learn to make good safety decisions. It features questions covering strangers, bullies, Internet stalkers/threats, fires, poisons, pedestrian and biking safety, choking hazards, weather hazards and much more. “The one key characteristic of Safety Brainiac - Junior Edition that sets it apart [from other toys] is the fun and engaging way the game helps children learn how to stay safe against the dangers and threats they can encounter in their daily lives,” Brainiac Games Inc. President and CEO Jamey Purcell told TDmonthly. This product is a winner of the Spring 2007 Dr. Toy Best Product Award and the Spring 2007 National Parenting Center Seal of Approval Award. Launch date: November 2006. 6/27/2007 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Champions of Faith by BIBLEQUEST GAME AND TOY COMPANY

 In this game, players must play through their characters’ challenges in the ancient world. It comes with 100 pieces of original art and six pewter figures that represent Old Testament Heroes. 6/25/2007 (Price: $34.99)

NHL Ice Breaker: The Card Hockey Game by CSE GAMES

This fast and furious card-based NHL hockey board game appeals to gaming, sports and fantasy sports fans, as well as card players. Play is based on high-hand wins and combines the best elements of several classic card games. One to four players deliberate over playing strong cards immediately or holding them back for a shot on net or a big save, giving players great control over the outcome. Launch date: May 2006. 6/22/2007 (Price: $23.31) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Griddly Headz Hockey Game by GRIDDLY GAMES INC.

A dynamic strategy, challenge and social interaction game. Bring your players off the bench and move them around the ice looking for scoring opportunities. Eliminate your opponents one player at a time but try to avoid the Penalty Box. The object of the game is to score 10 goals while your opponents are trying to eject your players and take away all of your equipment.  This game is full of non-stop action from the first roll of the die until the final frenzied seconds.  Choose from family or advanced rules for families or gamers. Promoting active life styles and learning in disguise. 6/22/2007 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Griddly Headz Soccer Game by GRIDDLY GAMES INC.

If you think you can bend ‘em like Beckham give this game a try. Compete in dice challenges and soccer ball challenges to battle your way to victory. Use your poker face to keep your Keeper Cards a secret until the time is right to slam them down and change the game. 6/22/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Griddly Headz Football Game by GRIDDLY GAMES INC.

27, 42, Hut! Hut! There are no audibles in this league, once you have chosen your play you will have to deal with the consequences. Whether you tend to play more aggressively or passively can determine who will win. Remember, aggression is met with aggression. It’s the quiet ones you have to watch out for. 6/22/2007 (Price: $49.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Griddly Headz Baseball Game by GRIDDLY GAMES INC.

Griddly Headz Baseball Game will hit a home run with any family. Dice rolling and sports-related challenges combined with strategy, alliances and a bit of luck make these games action-packed from the first roll of the dice to the final frenzied seconds. The game's strong and sturdy construction will make it last from one generation to the next. This game received a Dr. Toy Award for Best Products for Summer 2008. And the deluxe version is a 2007 iParenting Media Award winner. Launch date: June 2007. ( Watch Video) 6/22/2007 (Price: $49.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]