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Age Range: 6 to 7
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Educational
School Supplies



First Grade Activities Homework Helper provides children in first grade with extra help in learning important skills. Packed full of fun-to-do activities and appealing art, children will have fun completing the reproducible pages while learning first grade skills at the same time. Answer keys are also included where needed. These workbooks provide help for students who need extra practice with basic skills, for the accelerated student who enjoys an extra challenge, and for the young learner who is developing basic concepts and readiness skills. They also help boost self-confidence and reinforce basic skills with activities that are geared to the specific grade level.
— Gregory Sahagian, owner of Learning Express of Beverly in Beverly, Mass., told TDmonthly in a Fall 2012 survey that they sell 4-5 dozen Kumon Homework Helpers each month, making them a top-2 best selling educational products.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35448      (added 11/7/2012)
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Age Range: 7 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Educational
School Supplies



A rich vocabulary is critical for successful test-taking, particularly in reading comprehension. Hot Dots Laugh It Up! Vocabulary Card sets are a fun and interactive way to grow kids’ vocabularies. Includes 6 Interactive vocabulary card sets in all, including synonyms (2730), antonyms (2731), multiple-meaning words (shown here), prefixes and suffixes (2735), context clues (2733), and homophones (2732). 50 double-sided, illustrated cards per set (100 questions), featuring jokes, riddles, cartoons, and kid-friendly questions.
— In a Fall 2012 survey, two out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that Hot Dots were their best selling educational toy.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35447      (added 11/7/2012)
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Age Range: 7 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Audio & CD



Men of Iron relates the thrilling adventures of a young man seeking justice for himself and his family in fifteenth-century England. With his father unfairly outlawed by King Henry IV, Myles Falworth faces enormous odds before he can become a knight and champion his family’s cause against powerful foes. With the help of loyal friends, Myles demonstrates courage and persistence as he confronts his opponents one by one, winning self-understanding and love along the way. In addition to being a classic adventure, Men of Iron offers fascinating details of castle life and of the long road to knighthood. This book is sure to become a favorite of any boy or girl who loves adventure, and will turn anyone new to the medieval era into a lifelong devotee. Written by Howard Pyle, unabridged reading by Jim Weiss.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35446      (added 11/6/2012)
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Blue is one of the new colors of the Gymnic Line’s NEW Racin’ Rody Horse. The Italian-made line is a favorite with children, who learn balancing and coordination while hopping on their Rody. Can be used for Rody Races. Used in therapy for special needs children due to its softness and ride-on qualities. Made of heavy duty, latex-free vinyl. Inflates according to size and weight of child (inflation by adult). Surface washable with soap and water. Base is available for transforming to a Rocking Racin’ Rody Horse. Racin' Rody is available in 3 colors. Launch date: March 2012.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35427      (added 11/5/2012)
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Award winning! The start  of many a story begins right here!

Robin Hood, Magician, Royalty, Wizard, Superhero - All need a great cape like this! Fairy Finery believes capes are the versatile start of imaginative playtime. Made of washable, soft poly suede, closes with Velcro at neck for easy wear and safety. The full hood has a tassel to finish it in style.
Colors: Forest Green, Brown, Black, Red.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35426      (added 11/5/2012)
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With five favorite mini microbes dressed up for Christmas: a Stomach Ache Gingerbread Man, a caroling Sore Throat, Frosty the White Blood Cell Snowman, an angelic Nerve Cell, and an exclusive Amoeba in sparkly gold lamé, only available in this set.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35425      (added 11/5/2012)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Musical Toys
American-Made
Wooden Toys



The kazoo measures 4.75” in overall length and comes individually boxed in a pegable four-color window gift box. The kazoos are sold as a 24-piece, four-color point-of-purchase display. The kazoo is handmade in a small Western New York factory which has made kazoos since 1916 and uses similar tools from that time. The packaging, also produced in the Western New York area, proudly features the U.S. Flag on the box and display.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35421      (added 11/5/2012)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Science & Nature
Electronics
Educational



The littleBits Extended Kit is the third and biggest kit by littleBits. We hand picked all of the most fun, mechanical Bits and crammed them into one double-decker kit. This kit contains all the Bits one needs to make littleBits creations. It features a dc motor, motion trigger, buzzer, 2 wires, and more.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35411      (added 11/2/2012)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Educational
Construction
Eco-Friendly



The Classic set consists of 36 varieties of maple blocks. Painted with non-toxic water based acrylic paints and sealed with organic beewax.
Awards: 2013 TDmonthly Seal of Approval
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35410      (added 11/2/2012)
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Age Range: 3 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: General Games
Card Games
Preschool



In this fun game, kids create an endless cast of characters as leaves, ribbons, coins, seashells, paper clips and a variety of found objects combine to make millions of faces. 160 object images. Made from 90% recycled materials.
Awards: 2013 TDmonthly Seal of Approval
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35403      (added 10/30/2012)
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Age Range: 5 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Arts & Crafts
Creative Activities



Each glitter glue pack contains four different tubes. Each tube has two glittering colors swirled together.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35402      (added 10/30/2012)
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Age Range: 5 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Construction
Musical Toys
Wooden Toys



With Xyloba mezzo kids can create a great variety of melodic marble runs, using the 8 interchangeable sound modules to produce complex melodies. Made in Switzerland.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35401      (added 10/30/2012)
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Age Range: 6 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: General Games
Preschool
Card Games



Focusing on the number 10, Pig 10 is an exciting card game for children. As in "MAU MAU", players take turns in placing cards in the middle of the table while adding the number of the card to the value of the card pile. A player reaching 10 exactly wins all played cards, whereas a player exceeding the 10 has to give the reward to his right neighbor. In this easy and popular game, players must make decisions with every turn: do I have the right cards in my hand, can I put my left neighbor under pressure, or will I step into the trap my right neighbors have set for me?
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35396      (added 10/30/2012)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: General Games
Family Games
General Toys



"Mord im Arosa" is a three-dimensional mystery game. The totally new game concept brings a thrilling and tense atmosphere to the gaming table. Somewhere on the eight levels of the hotel tower, two crime victims are found one after another. Any player could be the murderer. However, players cannot see where the tracks of the suspects go - they can only hear it. A unique and smartly arranged interplay of suspicion and forensics guarantees astonishing and mysterious twists and turns: tracks disappear and reappear in other places. A player who is caught too often at the wrong time and place will be found guilty through the burden of proof.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35395      (added 10/30/2012)
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Age Range: 1 to 10
Gender: Boys
Category: Eco-Friendly
Wheeled Toys
Preschool



Green Toys' Flatbed Truck and Race Car lets kids ages one and up enjoy two cars, either apart for racing or stacked together for hauling. These eco-conscious vehicles are made in the USA from 100 percent recycled plastic milk containers. The recycled products in this set help to save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Parents can feel confident giving this toy to their little one as it contains no BPA, PVC, phthalates, or external coatings.
— As of 10/26/2012 this product had 4.6 out of 5 stars from 51 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Durable; BPA and pthalate free; made in the USA. Cons: Several users mentioned that the wheels had difficulty turning.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35393      (added 10/26/2012)
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Age Range: 3 to 8
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Gender: Girls
Category: Wooden Toys
Play Houses
Dolls



This wooden play castle features hand-painted pink accents to keep any princess happy in her castle, plus two removable turrets, balconies, flying buttress, flag and a working drawbridge. Castle opens fully for hours of engaging play. Measures 17.5"L x 27"W x 15.25"H.
— As of 10/26/2012 this product had 4.8 out of 5 stars from 207 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Aesthetically pleasing; durable. Cons: Several reviewers said that the openings to the castle were extremely small, making it difficult to get furniture in and out; some reviewers mentioned the wood splintering.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35391      (added 10/26/2012)
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Age Range: 3 and up
Specialty: No
Made in: India
SKU or Item #: KI7101
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Music
Creative Activities
Educational



This handcrafted wood set includes seven pieces: A bucket drum with a natural skin head, a pair of drum sticks, a single jingle stick, a handled castanet and a pair of mini maracas. Fun for the whole family or class! Includes a parent/teacher friendly activity guide for ideas on using the items to encourage child development.
— As of 10/30/2012 this product had 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: The drum makes a nice noise; fun for kids on their own or in groups.
Awards: 2015 TDmonthly Top Toy Award
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35386      (added 10/25/2012)
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Age Range: 8 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: 633944004997
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Board Games
Family Games
General Games



This handcrafted 8 in 1 game includes Backgammon, Checkers, Chess, Chinese Checkers, Cribbage, Dominoes, Magnetic Darts and Poker. The pieces for each game are individually wrapped in black drawstring pouches and stored inside the beautiful black wooden box for safekeeping. Instruction guide included. Dimensions: 10 ½" square x 3". Launch date: December 2012.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35384      (added 10/25/2012)
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Age Range: All Ages
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: 78364
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Plush
Designer Toys
Pretend Play



Toxic is a venomous little snake with her number 1 goal to win at everything. The other zombies are her best buddies but she will constantly challenge them at any contest. Don’t ever tell Toxic that she’s not cool. She is 12 in high, and made in super soft velboa fabric, very cuddly and comes with a personality tag. Launch date: 2012.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35383      (added 10/25/2012)
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Age Range: All Ages
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: 78363
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Plush
Designer Toys
Pretend Play



Stich is not your typical pig. Being a Zombie certainly has its disadvantages, as she is obsessed with hygiene. She wants to look good, smell good and stay free of germs and wants to scrub her buddies. Stich is 12 in high, and made in super soft velboa fabric, very cuddly and comes with a personality tag. Launch date: 2012. Launch date: 2012.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35382      (added 10/25/2012)
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Age Range: All Ages
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: 78362
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Plush
Designer Toys
Pretend Play



Rob is a quiet multifaceted guy with intense thoughts on his place in the universe. He frequently reflects on life in the zoo by writing heavy poetry and performing regularly at the ZZ poetry slam. He is 15 in high, and made out of super soft velboa fabric, very cuddly and comes with a personality tag. Launch date: 2012.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35381      (added 10/25/2012)
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Age Range: All Ages
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: 78361
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Plush
Pretend Play
Designer Toys



Muck gives new meaning to the word "hyper" He is a non-stop, delightfully happy guy that is always ready to party. Muck pretty much has a party in his head and just wants the others to join in. 12 in high, made in super soft velboa fabric, Muck is very cuddly and comes with a personality tag. Launch date: 2012.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35380      (added 10/25/2012)
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Age Range: All Ages
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: 78360
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Plush
Designer Toys
Pretend Play



Boo is a natural-born leader of ZombieZoo and is a curious explorer who often leads the others on excursions in hopes to find what lies beyond the zoo. 13 in high plush in super soft velboa fabric. Boo is very cuddly and comes with a personality tag. Launch date: 2012.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35379      (added 10/25/2012)
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Age Range: 6 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Made in: China
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Vehicles-Powered
Vehicles - Small Toy
Cars



A 'smart phone' inspired controller guides full-function radio control driving while unlocking a unique front and side wheelie action, realistic vehicle sounds and exciting light effects! It's the chase of a lifetime as you maneuver these sleek roadsters in and out of danger, with the iconic James Bond Theme providing the soundtrack to your fun! Models available: Aston Martin DBS(Quantum of Solace) and Ford Mustang Mach 1 (Diamonds Are Forever). Launch date: November 2012.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35372      (added 10/25/2012)
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Age Range: 6 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2012)
Made in: China
Gender: Boys
Category: Vehicles-Powered
Vehicles - Small Toy
Cars



A custom-designed video game-styled remote controls full-function radio control driving, while also triggering lights, sounds, light-up hidden weapon reveals and the signature James Bond Theme music. Models available: Aston Martin Vanquish(Die Another Day) Aston Martin DB5 (Goldfinger) and the featured car from the James Bond franchise, Skyfall.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 35371      (added 10/25/2012)
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