These vintage-inspired lunch bags are foam-layered, lined with vinyl (for waterproofing), and come complete with a pocket for stashing an icepack, napkin or note from Mom and Dad. The charming totes measure 6" deep by 6" round and will keep little ones dining in style. There are seven delightfully retro patterns available.

This special three-piece set--part dinner time, part story time-- ­ is a fun take on classic children's tableware. Made of keepsake-quality ceramic, perfect for older kids (4-6) who've mastered table manners, each piece depicts a different scene and caption from one of three original Piggy Story tales.

The entire set is microwave- and dishwasher-safe, and comes nestled in a distinctive tin box with matching placemat. Plus, a small storybook adds value and lots of fun.

For special occasions, or any occasion, the Tasty Tales Tableware Set is one your little customers will enjoy again and again, cherishing for years to come.

Each collectible dispenser comes complete with a roll of Au’some Bubble Gum and a roll of Smarties Candies. The dispensers are available in mummy, skeleton and pumpkin designs, each with moveable faces. Launch date: 2006.

ChewByNumbers kits allow kids to create vibrant artwork by chewing tasty wads of gum and spreading the chewed gum onto the ChewByNumbers art board. Each kit teaches project planning skills and helps develop fine motor skills, concentration and creativity. Meanwhile, kids enjoy every step of the artistic process. “ChewByNumbers kits are incredibly unique and elicit an emotional reaction once kids learn that chewing the gum is only half of the fun. The kits are conversational products that customers talk about with their friends,” Jamie Marraccini of BlueNet Solutions told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2006.

Ideal for those budding Anime-loverswho want to DIY, the Automatic Sushi Roller is made of blindingly orange plastic and is designed for use in an easy, step-by-step process. Users simply pour in the cucumber, crab, avocado and whatever, roll the knobs to shape it, do the same for the rice, and then feed in the nori strip, roll some more, and … instant California roll! Chiyoko Niigata of the Bandai home office had tried one: "They make very good gifts, and are very accurate. They wash-up very clean, too."

The jelly beans come in 20 flavors: 10 weird flavors and 10 wild flavors, with each weird flavor appearing almost identical to a wild flavor. Kids can dare to tell the difference between booger and juicy pear, toothpaste and berry blue, and much more. The back of the box features clues to distinguishing the flavors. Launch date: January 2, 2008.

This school-approved, diluted juice alternative for kids contains fewer calories, sugars, carbohydrates and sodium than other fruit juice drinks. Additionally, it contains 100-percent vitamin C and comes in an easy-to-grip, spill-resistant bottle. The 8-oz. bottles come in case packs of 12 and are available in apple, white grape and wild berry flavors.

A red, green or blue M&M character stands atop a tube of M&Ms. Each character holds a small fan that turns on with the push of a button. Other candy fan varieties include an M&M’s Nascar fan and a Skittles fan. All orders come in display packs of 12. Launch date: Fall 2007.

A loveable Tweety, with a giggle head, stands atop a tube of delicious candy. Also included in the Looney Tunes’ Tweety license are three other Tweety varieties: Tweety Fan, Tweety Message Board and Tweety Candy Topper. All orders come in display packs of 12. Launch date: Fall 2007.

Each light up helicopter combines a cool fan, a push-button light and candy in popular flavors. The Candyrific line of light-up candy pop fans is also available in two other styles: flower and plane. A bright helicopter sits atop each candy pop.

Colorful, salty and sweet, these pretzels are a treat for both the tongue and eyes. Each 8" pretzel is hand dipped in chocolate, rolled in M&Ms and wrapped in a cellophane bag. Other salty and sweet varieties include Heath, Sprinkles, Sunflower and more. “What is better than a pretzel rod dipped in chocolate and rolled in candy to make a tired cranky kid…smile,” Amore Chocolate Pizza Company creators Chris and Annette Cook told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 15, 2007.

These cookies come packaged in a pop-up box and are available in 2- and 7-oz. sizes. “Too Good Gourmet provides the highest-quality all-butter, all-natural cookies in beautifully designed gift packaging,” Sales & Marketing Manager Renee Schouten of Too Good Gourmet told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2007.

Perfect as party favors, these oversized movie-type “theater” boxes are available in five varieties: 20 Assorted Flavors, Jelly Belly Sours, Soda Pop Shoppe, Buttered Popcorn and Smoothie Blend.  The four-ounce boxes are packed in 12-count shelf displays.  Launch date: June 2007.

This kit allows kids to create their very own masterpiece and then celebrate by eating it. All the chocolate necessary to create the chocolate house is included in the box. Launch date: June 1, 2007.

Beaver Machine Corporation has been producing quality commercial bulk vending equipment for more than 40 years and currently exports to more than 100 countries. They have just introduced the Beaver Gumball Machine, the first of their new retail products. The Beaver Gumball Machine is a unique product, unlike the imported gumball machines on the market. This high-quality North American-made machine, with a shatterproof polycarbonate globe and coin acceptor for all coins, is now available for home use. Launch date: January 1, 2007.
— “This is the only gumball machine on the market that is made to the same specs as the commercial machines,” pointed out Heidi Schwarzli of the Beaver Machine Corporation. “It is the same machine that has been commercially in use for almost 45 years. It features die-cast metal components and will last a lifetime.”

Available in three ultra-sour flavors — Apple, Blue Raspberry, and Cherry — the delicious double action sour Toxic Waste Nuclear Sludge Chew Bars are guaranteed to make kids of all ages pucker with delight! Toxic Waste Nuclear Sludge Chew Bars are packaged in either a 75-count or 48-count display with six displays per case. Launch date: Original Apple, September 2006; New Flavors (Blue Raspberry & Cherry), Q3 2007.
— “To grab the attention of kids everywhere, Toxic Waste Nuclear Sludge Chew Bars come in high-impact packaging featuring a bright yellow and black DANGER design to emphasize the sour taste and toxic green color,” said Jeffrey Assisi, public relations rep for Candy Dynamics. He pointed out that the candy is best placed at the front of the store or at the checkout counter to maximize impulse purchases.

A truly exciting new concept, Toxic Waste Sour Dip & Lick Lollipops® combine a delicious sour lollipop with intense Toxic Waste sour powder for an ultra sour taste confectionary treat.  As an added bonus, each pouch comes with one of six collectible stylish temporary tattoos, featuring colorful images of popular Toxic Waste characters Professor Sauernoggin (The inventor of Toxic Waste Candy), Mr. Toxie Head (Professor Sauernoggin’s Alter Ego), Hazmat Rat (Professor Sauernoggin’s faithful pet rat), and other fun designs.  Toxic Waste Sour Dip & Lick Lollipops are packaged in an 18ct. display with 6 displays per case. Launch Date: June 2007.

POP ROCKS® Chocolate is packaged in an 18-count display with 20 displays per case. America’s favorite popping candy has combined the patented popping properties that only POP ROCKS possess with rich milk chocolate. Giving the chocolate a real kick, POP ROCKS Chocolate is sure to be a hit with young and old candy lovers alike. Launch date: November 2006.
—“POP ROCKS, one of the most popular and energy-packed candy brands for more than three decades, has once again created a distinctive confection that offers both a scrumptious candy treat and the promise of a unique experience with tons of enjoyment,” stated Jeffrey Assisi, public relations rep for Pop Rocks.

A truly innovative new concept in lollipops, Build Your Own SKELETON POP comes in a yummy strawberry swirl flavor with lollipop sticks shaped like skeleton bones!  These unique treats are available in seven different individually wrapped collectible bone styles, skull, rib cage, arms (2), legs (2), and hip, that snap together into a free-standing 20 inch skeleton play figure. Launch Date: April 2007.
— “Build Your Own SKELETON POPS feature fact-filled packaging that encourages kids to learn all about the human skeletal system,” pointed out Jeffrey Assisi, public relations for Candy Dynamics.

As seen on "Unwrapped" on the Food Channel, this collection of signature Champagne Belgian Chocolate Truffles is for connoisseurs who relish rich Belgian Milk Chocolate and exquisite champagne truffle fillings. Each clear-topped box contains 12 mini Champagne truffles and weighs 7.8 oz.
— “When you do anything, you gotta make a statement,” advised Fred Rosenberg, owner since 1992 of On the Park in Kingwood, Texas. “So we actually put a candy store inside a toy store. But you can’t just do candy for kids; we’re also a candy store for adults.” Joseph Schmidt chocolates are his best seller for the grown-up crowd, he told TDmonthly.

The first book in the Handstand Kids cookbook series journeys to Italy and comes complete with a chef's hat. The Handstand Kids books are illustrated with a diverse group of characters who help kid chefs learn a new language. The series translates the ingredients and utensils from English into Italian, and provides kids opportunities to give back to their communities by using their cooking skills to volunteer with charities. The “illustrated cookbook … introduces kids to other countries and encourages community service,” Founder Yvette Garfield of Handstand Kids told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 25, 2007.

These hot chocolate mixes taste even better than they look. They come in green totes with “snow”-filled snow globe pop-out labels, and make a fabulous gift for all ages. Flavors include Toffee Crunch with Marshmallows, Raspberry Truffle with Marshmallows and Peppermint Crunch with Marshmallows. “These items are delicious and a perfect gift for everyone to enjoy during the holiday season,” Jim Valone of Pelican Bay told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 15, 2007.

An innovative liquid sour-candy-and-toy-in-one, each .24-fl. oz. Toxic Waste Sour Candy Spray features one of three collectible Toxic Waste character finger puppets: Professor Saurnoggin (The inventor of Toxic Waste Candy), Mr. Toxie Head (Professor Saurnoggin’s Alter Ego) or Hazmat Rat (Professor Saurnoggin’s faithful pet rat). The spray is available in four yummy ultra-sour flavors: Blue Raspberry, Cherry, Green Apple and Strawberry. Candy Dynamics, an environmentally conscious company, and Toxic Waste support a cleaner planet through the use of recycled material in product packaging and through sponsorship and participation in environmental awareness programs. Launch date: April 2007.

These 1-oz. hard candy pops have the signature bean shape right down to the embossed Jelly Belly logo, and come in 10 flavors: Very Cherry, Watermelon, Sizzling Cinnamon, Strawberry Cheesecake, Cotton Candy, Blueberry, Tangerine, Bubblegum, Grape and Lemon. “LolliBeans taste great and are fun to eat for kids as well as the kid in all of us,” said John Pola, vice president of sales for the Jelly Belly Candy Company.

Heart and Flower design temperature insulating bottles… For hot and cold drinks… These bottles are very colorful, attractive and functional. You can bring it anywhere you go.