TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--General Toys Product Category

Where is Leo? by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

In this game, players have to hunt for and describe where Leo the Lion may be hiding. Cards show the real location in the lower left corner, and the "last place I saw Leo" is in the thought or speech bubble above each animal's head. Players race to follow the route and find Leo's real location. For example, the frog last saw Leo asleep in his bed. Players scan the circle of card tiles to find the bed in the lower left corner of the tile and discover that the bed is in the Bear's room. But Leo is not there. The bear last saw Leo at the lighthouse. And so it goes.
Awards: Spring 2011 Parents Choice Recommended Award  5/27/2011 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Expedition One 3-N-1 COMPASS TOOL by SUMMIT PRODUCTS

The 3-IN-1 Compass Tool is conveniently attached to a self-winding retractable carabiner clip, so it's always within reach yet quickly out of the way. Push-button releases spring-loaded compass lid. Flip-out magnifying glass stays neatly hidden when not in use. High-visibility LED signal light lets kids flash secret Morse code messages across any field.
Awards: National Parenting Center Seal of Approval Spring 2011 5/24/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Woody Rocking Horse by PRINCE LIONHEART INC.

Woody Rocking Horse is made from 100% birch, harvested from an FSC Approved (ethically harvested) forest. It is produced to last as an heirloom toy. Helps Children develop balance, muscle strength and coordination. Over-sized rockers prevent tipping forwards or backwards, and footrests help children balance and position themselves properly. Weight limit is 100 lbs. Launch date: June 2011. 5/24/2011 (Price: $80.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ready Set Stilts by ALEX BRANDS

These fully adjustable stilts feature soft grip handles. Kids can practice walking on their stilts using the sturdier big foot trainers. Once their balance skills have improved, they replace the trainers with no-skid caps. Fits kids up to 110 lbs. 5/24/2011 (Price: $35.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Recycle It! by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

This game helps children learn which materials are used to make products and what happens to them when we're done with them. Players can win the game by recycling as much as they can. Helps parents to talk to their children about the environment. 5/20/2011 (Price: $21.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pole Position by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

Kids and subtract the numbers on the dice to figure out how many spaces their "car" can go. For younger players, play fast and frantically. 5/20/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Princess Game by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

In this princess-themed game, players must complete the secret tasks as they race around the 3-D castle in search of the jeweled tiara. This game teaches kids to use their logic-based puzzle solving skills. 5/20/2011 (Price: $21.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ahoy, Me Hearties! by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

In this game, players race around the island, filling their treasure chest with gold coins. Encourages number recognition, counting and first adding skills. 5/20/2011 (Price: $21.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Great Food Race! by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

Players become healthy-eating champions as they compete to eat the most nutritious food. Parents and caregivers can playfully reinforce healthy habits, such as exercise and good food choices. Adding and subtracting the points earned or lost throughout the game also helps children with their math skills. 5/20/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Monkey Nuts by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

In this Bingo-like game with letters and words, kids practice and learn letters and words as they pick up nuts and race around the 3-D monkey tree. Challenging and easy cards are included, so that parents can match the game to their child's ability. The design of the 3-D-tree and the peanut cards keep children interested as they learn. 5/20/2011 (Price: $21.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Counting Sheep by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

Children learn numbers up to three by matching the sleeping and the awake animals. The 3-D sheep counter adds a lot of fun to the game, and your child's counting skills will improve playing this game.
Awards: The TOY Award UK 5/20/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fairies Game by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

Kids must discover the hidden fairies and wave the sparkly magic wand to win the game. This counting game helps children start to comprehend numbers and easy additions up to 10. 5/20/2011 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

House Hunt by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

In this scavenger hunt, kids learn about colors, shapes, letters and numbers. Players can be as young as 4, but it's also great for older children. 5/20/2011 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hickory Dickory Dock by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

Hickory Dickory Dock    Learn about time as your help your mouse climb to the top of the clock. Every time you know the time for an activity displayed on the cards, your mouse can move up. A quick game that'll re-enforce your child's time-telling abilities! 5/20/2011 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

In Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry, players create traffic chaos as they race to match the vehicles and their colors. This is a game for young kids similar in concept to Domino or Quirkle. 5/20/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dylan House by brinca dada LLC

Inspired by modern architecture pioneers Le Corbusier and Gropius, Dylan House features a concrete and glass feel, but with the breezy openness of a beach-front home.  Floor-to-ceiling windows open to allow natural light into the house and play from many angles.  Dylan House is created in ¾” scale.  Furniture is sold separately. Doug Rollins, founder and ceo of Brinca Dada, told TDmonthly that this toy's "Modern design" sets it apart from similar products. Launch date: July 2011. 5/20/2011 (Price: $149.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tosy® AFO by WABOBA INC.

Tosy AFO (Aliens' Flying Object) is a boomerang flying-disc game that lights up when it's dark. uper bright LEDs automatically ignite when launched, creating a colorful rainbow through the night sky or in a darkened play space. A specially designed, hand-held launcher and thin, flexible blades allow the user to control the distance, height and flight characteristics. Pull the launch string and watch it fly; horizontally across the field to be caught by a play partner or vertically to an incredible height, then arcing back to return exactly from where it was launched. Indoors, compete to see how long the Tosy AFO can suspend from the ceiling or against the wall, seemingly defying the laws of gravity. 5/18/2011 (Price: $25.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Walking Dead Board Game by Z-MAN GAMES, INC.

Based on the popular comic book, The Walking Dead Board Game gives fans the opportunity to play Rick, Shane, Andrea, and other "The Walking Dead" characters as they deal with zombies, collect supplies and pick up the pieces of their lives. For 1-6 players. Launch date: Summer 2011. 5/18/2011 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Thomas & Friends: Thomas in Charge by HIT ENTERTAINMENT

Thomas and his friends are preparing for the Railway Inspector’s visit to Knapford Station.  But when the coal trucks crash, covering Gordon in soot, can Thomas take charge and help straighten out the mess? This 48 minute DVD includes four episodes and a bonus trivia game. 5/18/2011 (Price: $14.98)

Shaun the Sheep: Animal Antics by HIT ENTERTAINMENT

Shaun and his barnyard buddies deal with a fiendish fox, attempt some clever catering, take to the links, run a farmer’s market, stage a daring rooster rescue and more in this 44 minute DVD. Episodes include Foxy Laddie, Whistleblower, Frantic Romantic, Who's the Caddy, Everything Must Go, In the Doghouse, and Cock-a-Doodle Shaun. 5/18/2011 (Price: $14.98)

Barney: 1-2-3 Learn by HIT ENTERTAINMENT

In this DVD, Baby Bop discovers that counting can lead to hidden treasures and that there’s a carnival of shapes and colors for all to enjoy. And BJ™ uses the alphabet to help Riff™ get ready for his music concert in the park. Launch date: July 12, 2011. 5/18/2011 (Price: $14.98)

Fireman Sam: Brave New Rescues by HIT ENTERTAINMENT

Fireman Sam and his friends in Pontypandy work together to save the day when Mike’s kitchen catches fire, Dilys gets stuck out at sea and Norman cries wolf. This 55 minute long DVD features six episodes. 5/18/2011 (Price: $9.98)

Timmy Time™: Picture Day by HIT ENTERTAINMENT

With slapstick humor yet not a single line of dialogue, Timmy Time follows a day in the life of a preschooler where they learn lessons about friendship and trial and error. This 45 minute DVD features five episodes, including "Snapshot Timmy." Launch date: June 28, 2011. 5/18/2011 (Price: $14.98)

Baby Einstein Around the World Collection Play Gym by KIDS II

The Baby Einstein Around the World Play Gym introduces baby to animals, sights and sounds from 5 different regions of the world. The large, 34" mat features crisp, real-life imagery and animals from Africa, Asia, Australia, South America and the Polar Regions to offer a whole world for baby to discover. The mat also has sewn-in loops for attaching extra toys. Additional toys baby can play with include a panda rattle toy, a soft parrot with crinkle, a large baby-safe mirror, a spinning globe rattle ball, animal discovery cards and an igloo-shaped teether.
— As of 05/18/2011 this product had 3.9 out of 5 stars from 59 customer reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Great pictures on the mat; "wonderful songs;" the toys that hook on to the mat can be moved around; easy to store. Cons: One reviewer said their baby rolled the mat over itself like a taco; the fabric stuck to one child's mouth and nose while she was crying. 5/18/2011 (Price: $59.99)

LEGO Crazy Action Contraptions by KLUTZ

LEGO Crazy Action Contraptions is a brand-new book of brand-new, high-performance projects. From the supercharged Speedster to the Squeezeclaw Grabber to the Wall Rocket Racer — all these contraptions spin, stretch, speed, or otherwise spring into action. And all of them are totally buildable thanks to super-clear instructions and step-by-step diagrams. Every single one of the 16 projects can be constructed using just the custom selection of LEGO® bricks that come with the book.
— As of 05/12/2011 this product had 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15 reviews on Amazon.com. Cons: Some contraptions run slowly; the included rubber bands wear out with time.
— "Klutz Lego contraptions is by far our biggest seller," Mary Porter Green, owner of The Curiosity Zone in Asburn, Va., told TDmonthly in late Spring 2011.
— Want this? As of 05/11/2011 this product was available at The Curiosity Zone. 5/11/2011 (Price: $21.95)