May 2008 New Toys — Books

Glitter Jewelry Sticker Activity Book by DOVER PUBLICATIONS

The kit comes with a brown-eyed miss waiting to be adorned with 29 reusable sticker trinkets, bracelets, earrings, rings and more. All of the jewels are highlighted with a dash of glitter to make them extra dazzling.
 — “We sell the small sticker books by Dover and each customer buys at least two or three, so we sell 20 or 25 a month,” Beth Gandes, owner of The Toy Shop in Lexington, Ky., told TDmonthly in March 2008.
— Five percent of 40 retailers who spoke with TDmonthly in March 2008 named sticker sets as one of their best-selling travel items.
— Many other sticker activity sets are available, including Little Advent Calendar, Egyptian Temple, Coral Reef, Jurassic Dinosaurs, Alice in Wonderland, Police Station and Camping Fun. 4/30/2008 (Price: $1.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cartoon Story Starters by ON THE MARK PRESS

The book is filled with inspiring illustrations that vary in complexity and ready-to-use worksheets that can be used for any writing program. Kids can use the silly starters to generate ideas for short stories, poems, letters and more. “The illustrations used are unique, fun and detailed, and offer a range of subjects and difficulty,” On the Mark Press Marketing Coordinator Li Sinclair told TDmonthly. 4/28/2008 (Price: $10.99)

Just for Boys Reading Comprehension by ON THE MARK PRESS

The book is filled with unique and original short stories, biographies and articles that specifically relate to boys’ interests. The graphics are fun and exciting and reflect what’s interesting to boys’ lives. Before, during and after reading exercises incorporate effective researched-based reading comprehension strategies. “The content is specifically designed…[according to] gender, age and interests,” On the Mark Press Marketing Coordinator Li Sinclair told TDmonthly. 4/28/2008 (Price: $11.99)

Kid's Travel Journal - My Ski Vacation by TESSERA PUBLISHING

The travel sticker journal helps children develop observations and writing skills. Additionally, it captures their perspective at a particular age. The journals are available in six vibrant colors and many different themes. Launch date: 2007. 4/28/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kid's Travel Journal - My Vacation by TESSERA PUBLISHING

The travel sticker journal helps children develop observations and writing skills. Additionally, it captures their perspective at a particular age. The journals are available in six vibrant colors and can be paired with a variety of sticker options. Launch date: 2007. 4/28/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rascals & Routines Sleepytime with Rory by HAYDENBURRI LANE

Rory the tiger invites kid to wind down and settle into peaceful sleep. Colorful, 3D artwork follows Rory and her friends as they attempt to wind down for the day. Kids will see familiar images, such as getting comfy under the covers, winding down, preparing for sweet dreams and lights out. A larger size book is also available. Launch date: July 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rascals & Routines Bedtime Safari by HAYDENBURRI LANE

Kids will meet Lily and Oliver, who put on their magical slippers and invite kids to do the same. The magical slippers then turn into real safari cars, taking all friends on a journey down Bedtime Jungle Road. The book shows children that getting ready for bed and going to sleep are some of the best times of the day. A larger size book is also available. Launch date: July 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rascals & Routines Storytime with Paige by HAYDENBURRI LANE

Kids will meet Paige, the elephant who loves books and the adventure of story time. Colorful 3D artwork pops from the page and follows Paige as she and her friends embark on magical adventures. The book invites children to pick a favorite bedtime story, cuddle up in a favorite reading spot and using their best listening ears. A larger size book is also available. Launch date: July 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rascals & Routines Pajamatime with P.J. by HAYDENBURRI LANE

Kids will learn to Jammie Jiggle Wiggle with P.J. the bear. P.J. invites kids to wiggle into their own pajamas and wind down for bedtime. Colorful 3D artwork pops from the page and depicts P.J. selecting his favorite pajamas and getting ready for bed.  A larger size book is also available. Launch date: July 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rascals & Routines Toothtime with Chomper by HAYDENBURRI LANE

Kids will meet Chomper the Crocodile, who loves brushing and flossing his teeth, and invites kids to smile and open their mouths wide like a crocodile. Colorful 3D artwork pops from the page and depicts Chompers selecting a favorite toothbrush and brushing and flossing his teeth happily. A larger size book is also available. Launch date: July 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rascals & Routines Bathtime with Bubbles by HAYDENBURRI LANE

Kids will meet Bubbles the Hippopotamus, who loves to get dirty, but loves to get clean even more. Colorful 3D artwork pops from the page and depicts Bubbles and friends engaging in familiar bath time activities such as scrubbing with soap, playing with toys, making bu 4/28/2008 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Red Scarf by AUGUST HOUSE INC.

A young boy embarks on a quest to earn enough money to buy a red scarf for a special girl, right before Christmas. “The Red Scarf is a unique holiday book for boys,” Mimi Schroeder, a representative for August House, told TDmonthly. “It combines adventure, humor and life lessons on what really matters.” 4/28/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bleach Art Book by VIZ MEDIA

The art book contains Tite Kubo's vibrant illustrations, including art from Volumes one through 19 of the series. An annotated art guide, a gatefold poster and extra character information are also included. Launch date: October 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $19.99)

Naruto Chapter Book, Vol. 1 by VIZ MEDIA

The prose stories are divided into easy-to-read chapters and accompanied by illustrations from the manga. Launch date: October 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $4.99)

Mandy and Pandy Play Sports by MANDY & PANDY BOOKS

The illustrated book follows Mandy, an adopted Chinese girl, and Pandy the Panda, her best friend. The book comes with a CD that reads the book aloud in both English and Mandarin, allowing children to learn both languages in an easy and fun way. “This book is one of a kind, for there is nothing else in the market quite like it,” Mandy and Pandy Sales Director Melissa Golden told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mandy and Pandy Visit China by MANDY & PANDY BOOKS

The illustrated book follows Mandy, an adopted Chinese girl, and Pandy the Panda, her best friend. The book comes with a CD that reads the book aloud in both English and Mandarin, allowing children to learn both languages in an easy and fun way. “Children fall in love with Mandy and Pandy, while parents and children both appreciate the language skills that the books teach,” Mandy and Pandy Sales Director Melissa Golden told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

If Dinosaurs were Alive Today by RUNNING PRESS BOOK PUBLISHERS

The book compiles extensive research by dinosaur experts to tell readers about what the world would be like if dinosaurs were alive today. The book is full of incredible images of photo-realistic dinosaurs blended with distinctive photography, and fact-packed pages about dinosaurs, from the time of their extinction to the latest fossil discoveries. “It asks (and answers) the question: what if dinosaurs were alive today?” Seta Bedrossian Zink, of Running Press Book Publishers’ publicity department, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2007. 4/28/2008 (Price: $15.95)

Santa Claus is Comn' To Town by RUNNING PRESS BOOK PUBLISHERS

The book transforms the beloved Rankin and Bass stop-motion animation story into a beautifully illustrated picture book for families. Launch date: October 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $9.95)

A Charlie Brown Christmas by Charles M. Schulz by RUNNING PRESS BOOK PUBLISHERS

The book tells the timeless classic of the Peanuts gang and their heartwarming quest to uncover the true meaning of Christmas. “This cloth-bound deluxe collector’s edition is faithful to the original television special that airs every Christmas season, and makes the perfect gift for young and old Peanuts fans,” Seta Bedrossian Zink, of Running Press Book Publishers’ publicity department, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $19.95)

Stonehenge: Build Your Own Ancient Wonder by RUNNING PRESS BOOK PUBLISHERS

The kit includes 16 Stonehenge rocks, a landscaped mat and a 32-page guide about the ancient wonder. Launch date: March 2008. ( Watch Video) 4/28/2008 (Price: $12.95)

The Siblings' Busy Book by MEADOWBROOK PRESS

The book contains 200 activities that all siblings (from three months to nine years old) can do together.  Each activity describes how babies, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age kids can join in the fun. “Both parents and kids love the activity books,” Meadowbrook Press Publicity Director Alison London told TDmonthly. “Now here is one for both school-age kids and their younger siblings to do together.” Launch date: August 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $9.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

I Hope I Don't Strike Out! by MEADOWBROOK PRESS

Written by Bruce Lansky, the book of poetry is intended for children. “This book is the first in the anthology of funny poems about sports,” Meadowbrook Press Publicity Director Alison London told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $9.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Elf Fun with Christopher Pop-In-Kins by ELF FUN WITH POP-IN-KINS

From late November to Christmas Eve, Christopher Pop-In-Kins “pops in” to visit children, play hide-and-seek, and share in the excitement of the holiday season. On Christmas Eve, he returns to the North Pole to tell Santa all about his young friends and holiday adventures. Each Christopher Pop-In-Kins Fun Set includes a posable Christopher Pop-In-Kins Elf, “Christopher Pop-In-Kins Pops In” by Flora Johnson ©1985 illustrated storybook, and a convenient storage case. Now in his 27th year, Christopher Pop-In-Kins was recently named one of Dr. Toys Best Classic Toys for 2011.
Awards: 2011 Moms' Best Award for Extraordinary Products; 2011 The Toy Man Award of Excellence; 2011 The Toy Man E-Choice Award; 2011 The Toy Man Seal of Approval; 2010 Parent Tested Parent Approved Seal of Excellence in Family Products; 2010 The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval; 2009 Preferred Choice Award from Creative Child Magazine; 2008 iParenting Media Outstanding Products Award; 2008 iParenting Media Hot Product Award; 2008 Dr. Toy Best New Products Award; 2004 Choice Award from the Chicago Home & Gift Market ( Watch Video) 4/25/2008 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tilly Doll and Book Set by JAMBOKIDS COMPANY INC

The Tilly doll is made of a soft and huggable all-fabric material, which is perfect for ages 3 and up. The matching soft-cover storybook will not only help your child to develop language and listening skills, it will stimulate his or her curiosity and help to strengthen the bond you share as well. In Tilly and the Songbird, a seemingly ordinary tree swing magically transports Tilly into a deep green forest where she befriends a Songbird who has lost his voice. Tilly's confidence is also transformed with a little help from Ilex - the Keeper of the Forest - and her adoptive family's inspiring examples of courage and openness to adventure. 4/17/2008 (Price: $29.99)

Rachel Doll and Book Set by JAMBOKIDS COMPANY INC

Rachel's story comes alive when you have your own soft huggable adventure doll and matching soft-cover storybook. The doll is 12 inches tall and made of 100% soft cloth — just right for ages 3 and up. in Rachel and the Celestial Dragon, a magical wind takes 5-year-old Rachel and her dragon kite on a fantastic journey back to ancient China. There, in the land where she was born, Rachel meets the real Celestial Dragon and Little Sister, her ancestor. Her exciting encounter leads her to discover her true destiny and sets her on a path to become a very wise woman. ( Watch Video) 4/17/2008 (Price: $29.99)