February 2009 New Specialty Toys — All

The anti-Barney, the Wiggles' worst nightmare ... the last great hope for real rock n' roll for kids. This debut album by the Boogers was conceived by a punk rocker with a Ph.D in developmental psychology. The Boogers bring chord-driven rock and catchy melodies to kids with age-appropriate lyrics and subject matter. The cover art is by legendary underground comix artist and children's book author Jay Lynch. "Critics have hailed the Boogers as the first true Ramones-inspired band for kids," Paul Crowe, president of Spire Records, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009.

"Happy Accidents," the latest Billy Jonas recording, offers funky folk music for the whole family. It’s musical medicine for the mind, body and spirit — a splendiferous sonic sojourn into the near and far reaches of fun and fantasy, possibility and purpose, word-play, wonder, heart and hope. Jonas’ seventh recording and second “family” CD contains 19 songs (15 originals; four adaptations of traditional tunes) based on voice, percussion and strong, memorable melodies. "'Happy Accidents' includes Jonas’ trademark homemade 're-percussion’ drum set, as well as a glorious panoply of found sounds (rubber bands, body percussion, door squeaks, apple cider jugs), exotic kalimbas and marimbas, conventional instruments (guitars, bass, piano, banjo, accordion and tuba) and two-, three-, four-, and five-part vocal harmonies," Billy Jonas of Bang-a-Bucket Music told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 28, 2009.

"American Heroes #3" educates and inspires children with original songs about some of America's greatest citizens. Award-winning singer-songwriter Jonathan Sprout's careful research and creativity have led to this top-notch collection of pop-rock tunes with an educational focus. Launch date: January 13, 2009.

This exclusive bonding adhesive will work great on most materials. Tanner's Bond Water-Based Contact Cements are non-flammable, non-toxic and low VOC. Available in a 4-oz. size, quarts and gallons, all are safe for retail consumer sales. "Due to regulation by the CPSC, TLF has developed a water-based cement line [that] is compliant in all 50 states, Canada and Europe, and ha[s] a low enough level of VOCs to be sold in CA. Our line is made exclusively for TLF and co-branded with Barge Cement," Tony Hernandez, national sales manager for Tandy Leather Factory, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009.

This hand-gilded scrapbook is made with eco- and photo-friendly Kraft pages and insert sleeves that are free of acid. Decoupage is used to apply the picture to the front of the album, where it is framed in acrylic and then sealed. Each scrapbook accommodates from 100 to 300 4" x 6" or 5" x 7" photos. "Our products are handmade in the USA by fine expert artisans with the utmost care," CEO Helena Honovich of Terra Traditions told TDmonthly. Launch date: December 15, 2008.

Replicating an M8 6x6 armored car employed during World War II, this 1/72 scale die-cast model features an opened-top metal turret with a metal 37mm M6 gun and a coaxially mounted .30-caliber M1919 machine gun; a ring-mounted .50-caliber M2 machine gun; separately applied plastic detail parts; realistic wheels with treaded tires; the authentic markings of A Troop, 25th Mechanized Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, 4th Armored Division; and more. It measures 2¾" long and includes a removable plastic display base with a clear cover. "The first armored fighting vehicle from Hobby Master is executed with the quality and accuracy you've come to expect from a brand you love," Sarah Broadwater, marketing manager for Historic Sales, told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 2009.

Snuggle up with a toddler and explore these themed picture books with
soft covers and sturdy cardboard pages. Other titles include "My Toys" ($8) and "Good Night" ($8). Launch date: February 2009.

Unlock this treasure chest using a unique magnetic closure and behold shiny gold coins and number cards. Spend the next 15 minutes in a delightful battle over addition, subtraction and multiplication for 2 to 4 players. Children will be able to challenge older siblings and adults by combining numbers 1 to 10 in simple equations. Find the two gold coins that show the correct mathematical answer. A calculating disc is included as a self-check mechanism. Instruc-tions are included as well for a solo game variation. Launch date: February 2009.

Kids (and adults) will give two paws up for this risk-taking game where being sent to the “dog house” actually makes you the winner. Come inside the “Hot Dog” casino and roll the dice. Each player has a bag of numbered poker chips and a “doggy doo doo” chip. Simultaneously, players blindly pull a chip from their bag and reveal which chip they pulled. But don’t pull the “doggy doo
doo” or you lose your turn. Players can take a chance and keep going back to the bag for additional chips. At this casino there can be two winners each round. Players move their dog across the board until someone reaches the winner’s circle – the dog house. Designed for two to four players. Launch date: February 2009.

There’s no crying over spilled milk or in this hilarious game a “spilled cow”. Pile up the hay/flower cards and carefully pull on the cow’s tail and balance him on top of the cards. Each
player uses the hayfork to harvest a card while trying not to tip over the cow. Whoever collects the most cards wins! The rules permit the cow to tip up to 3 times during a round. A more challenging variation of the game can be played with older children. Designed for 1 to 4 players. Launch date: February 2009.

The animals want to show how capable they are at making a tall pyramid. Who will position the penguin on top of the crocodile, the sheep on top of the penguin, the serpent on the sheep, the tucan... A wobbly stacking game for 2-4 players ages 4-99. With variation for one player. Now available with English packaging.
Awards: A Spring 2011 Parents Choice Recommended Award

No drippy mess with these delectable ice creams. Play and share three icy desserts, including a waffle ice cream sandwich, dairy ice cream “Spirello” plus a “Big Choc” popsicle. Launch date: February 2009.

PB & J no longer rules at lunch; big kids need a baguette. Watch
them ponder over the many stuffings to make one delicious snack. Includes baguette, 3 slices of cheese, 4 slices of salami, 2 onion rings, 2 leaves of lettuce plus 2 tomato slices. Launch date: Feburary 2009.

Dinner is already done with this adorable grilled chicken. Prefer a drumstick or a wing? Each poultry part is detachable by hook-and-loop strip. Made of soft
velour, cleanup at this dinner table is quick. Launch date: February 2009.

Youngsters can dress up their favorite doll for an adventure in the meadows with this matching pink and grey 6-piece riding outfit complete with black boots and black riding hat. Launch date: February 2009.

Everyone will want to pet Paulina with her soft velour body and chenille
mane and tail. Look at her hooves made of corduroy. This pink horse comes with a grey removable saddle and bridle complete with a (magnetic) flower. Launch date: February 2009.

Ahoy mates. This pirate’s crate was designed for storing loads of treasure!
Pirates (even big ones) can sit comfortably on top of it. The padded lid can be detached. Made of nylon and foam, with wooden panel for sturdiness. Launch date: February 2009.

Little racers will delight in this to-the-finish-line wooden shelf in
primary blue, red and yellow. Made to match Hugo Heli hook. Launch date: February 2009.

Coming in for a landing on the wall is this soft blue and green helicopter ready to hang on to two items on its left and right hooks. Also available in a pink, purple and orange Fluttering Fanni. Launch date: February 2009.

There’s never a traffic jam on this playful rug where every car gets to its
destination. Two other designs for 2009 include a pink and red princess
and a light and dark blue knight on his stead. All play rugs are made of
100% polyester for durability and easy cleaning. Launch date: February 2009.

This breathtaking replica of an ancient winged-wonder is the latest addition to our dino collection. Accurate according to the most up-to-date paleontological research. Replica measures 4.25” L x 3” H. Hand painted, phthalate and lead free. Ages 3+. Includes a 5 language educational hangtag. Safari Ltd. exceeds all safety standards. Safari Ltd's products are 100% guaranteed. See all of dino replicas at www.safariltd.com.

Historically accurate representations of iconic Roman figures including: a gladiator, Emperor Caesar, a Senator, a Noblewoman, a Centurion, a Roman General, a Legionnaire, a section of aqueduct, the Pantheon, the Colosseum, a Triumphal Arch and a Roman warship. Figures measure from 1” to 3”. Hand painted, phthalate and lead free. Ages 3+. Includes a 5 language educational label. Safari Ltd. exceeds all safety standards. Safari Ltd's products are 100% guaranteed. See all the Historical Collection replicas at www.safariltd.com.

A stunning depiction of one of the most elusive and clever animals of the forest; the red fox. Collect this latest citizen of the National Parks along with an array of other North American beauties. Fox measures 3.5” long x 2” high.  Hand painted, phthalate and lead free. Safari Ltd. exceeds all safety standards. Safari Ltd's products are 100% guaranteed. See all the forest dweller replicas at www.safariltd.com.

An amazing replica of an unlikely creature! This armored and armadillo-like anteater inhabits the tropical forests in parts of Africa and Asia. Safari Ltd. brings yet another interesting animal to the Incredible Creatures Collection. Replica measures 7.25” H x 3” H. Hand painted, phthalate and lead free. Ages 3+. Includes a 5 language educational hangtag. Safari Ltd. exceeds all safety standards. Safari Ltd's products are 100% guaranteed.
Awards: A TDmonthly Classics Award for being an all-time favorite toy.