November 2007 New Toys — Travel

Rubik's Revolution™ Micro Edition by TECHNO SOURCE

This miniature keychain edition of the Rubik’s Revolution is easy to take anywhere. The cube features a built-in ranking system, interactive lights and sounds and a detachable keychain. Launch date: Fall 2007. 10/19/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bicycle® Tri-Peak Solitaire by TECHNO SOURCE

The portable, handheld game fully illuminates, making it perfect for play anytime, anywhere. Launch date: Fall 2007. 10/19/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My Word by OUT OF THE BOX PUBLISHING

Players quickly search for words while single and double letter cards are dealt on the table. The first player to call out a word using at least three cards wins those cards. This product is a Canada Toy Testing Council Three Star Award and Games Magazine 100 Word Game of the Year Award winner. 10/11/2007 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Think-ets by THINK-A-LOT TOYS

The educational and fun-filled game uses adorable miniature objects from around the world that inspire imagination and test memory. All packaged in a little drawstring bag, it’s an at-home game, a travel game, a party game, a storytelling game and a camping game that’s perfect for children and families. Think-ets has received the following awards: 2008 iParenting Media Award (Classic and Hot), 2008 The Toy Man Product Guide (Award of Excellence & Editor's Choice), AblePlay, and 2007 Creative Child Seal of Excellence. Launch date: September 2007.
— Teresa Derry, owner of Annie’s Toy Chest in Cocoa, Fla., told TDmonthly in March 2009 that her stores sells about 12 Think-ets per week, keeping them located near the register. “I can’t keep it in the store,” she said.
— “Think-ets are good ones for traveling,” seconded Lisa McMartin, co-owner of Wonderment Inc. in Minneapolis, Minn.

Past videos: Product Demonstration ( Watch Video) 9/27/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Roll 'n' Go Chalkmat by FLOURISH

These nifty mats fit right in a diaper bag or purse, then roll out to keep kids amused in restaurants or doctors' offices. Inside is a flexible chalkboard surface so kids can draw and erase to their hearts' delight. ( Watch Video) 9/19/2007

University Games - Dr. Seuss 4–in–1 Card Games (Tin) by UNIVERSITY GAMES

This four-in-one card game assortment is based on four of Dr. Seuss’s most popular books: The Cat in the Hat; How the Grinch Stole Christmas; One Fish, Two fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish!; and Thidwick the Big-Hearted Moose. Each card game in this family-fun assortment can be learned in five minutes. Launch date: September 2007. 9/4/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

University Games - Big Brain Academy Card Game (Tin) by UNIVERSITY GAMES

At the Big Brain Academy, players must focus on both speed and accuracy. This brain-challenging game tests players in five fun categories: analysis, computation, identification, memorization and thinking. Players receive a medal for every correct answer; the player with the most gold medals at the end of the game wins. Launch date: September 2007. 9/4/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

University Games - Very Hungry Caterpillar Card Game (Tin) by UNIVERSITY GAMES

Kids can discover the magical world of Eric Carle, while learning all the days of the week. In this educational game, kids follow the caterpillar as he eats his way through fruits and party foods and turns into a beautiful butterfly. This game comes with 54 cards and simple instructions. Launch date: September 2007. 9/4/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

University Games - Man Bites Dog by UNIVERSITY GAMES

Players are dealt a hand of cards containing words, each with a point value. Each player strives to create a headline that will yield the most points and the most laughs. The first player to get to five hundred points wins. This game is a great way for both kids and adults to have fun with language. 9/4/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

University Games - I Have… by UNIVERSITY GAMES

This fast-moving and fun game combines luck and speed. Players listen for an animal’s name; the player in possession of the corresponding card must quickly flip the card and then announce the next animal. The first player to get rid of all his cards wins. This game will help children build letter recognition and strengthen their vocabulary skills. The game comes with 48 animal cards. Launch date: 2004. 9/4/2007 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Good News Magnetic Playset by ALPHABET ALLEY

Young children can exercise their imaginations using the set’s 17 colorful magnetic pieces. The playset comes with a magnetic board on which kids can arrange and rearrange magnet to tell a story. The playset will keep kids quiet and occupied at church, during car rides and during quiet playtimes. Launch date: October 2007. 9/4/2007 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

A Child is Born Magnetic Playset by ALPHABET ALLEY

The playset contains 17 fun and colorful magnets and a simple magnetic board. Children will be able to easily create stories and keep themselves quiet and occupied for hours. The item is great for church, car rides and quiet playtimes, and makes for a great gift. Launch date: October 2007. 9/4/2007 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Take Along Castle by PLAYMOBIL INC.

This 73-piece set includes a gray "stone" castle measuring 28.75" across, four knights, a horse, weapons, flags and more. It folds into a handy carrying case. This product is a 2007 iParenting Media Award winner. 8/29/2007 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Princess Magnetic Travel Art Desk by PECOWARE

This lap desk includes plenty to keep a child busy while traveling or at home. It features a magnetic doll, a 40-piece collection of magnetic outfits and accessories, a magnetic stage, three markers, drawing paper, seven crayons, a dry-erase marker and eraser, a cushioned bottom, zippered storage and pom-pom trim. 8/21/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wood Folding Mancala - African Stone Game by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

The African Stone game is an ancient, mentally stimulating game that was played by scooping out pits and calas in the sand. In many instances, diamonds as stones. Many historians believe this game is the oldest game in the world. The 17” wood board folds in half for easy transport and storage. 8/13/2007 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tournament Chess Set with Canvas Bag by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

The board is a standard tournament style board, but is made of vinyl for easy roll up and storage. The set also includes a durable black carrying case and 32 solid plastic chessmen. 8/13/2007 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]