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March 2012 New Specialty Toys — Puzzles & SkillQuoridor by Gigamic From: BACKALLEY PRODUCTS, INC. Other products from BACKALLEY PRODUCTS, INC.
Age Range: 6 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
The aim is to reach the other end first. The problem is that each opponent puts up fences to slow the other down. Not to worry, there's always a way out. But who will find the shortest route? Created by Gigamic; exclusively distributed through Back Alley Traders in the USA. Awards: May 2012 TDmonthly Top Toy Award. Why it won: This beautifully designed wooden strategy game has won several prestigious awards already in the US and in Europe. It also has great user reviews on Amazon.com. TDmonthly staff who saw the game demoed at Toy Fest West 2012 were impressed. Other awards: 1997 Mensa Select Top 5 Best Games; Games Magazine Game of the Year 1997; Best Bet of the Toy Testing Council 1997; Prix d’Excellence des Consommateurs; Consumer’s Toy Award 1997 Quebec; Spelgut 1997; Grand Prix du Jouet 1997; Games Magazine “Games 100 Selection” 1998; Games Magazine “Best Games.” — As of 4/10/2012 this product had 4.8 out of 5 stars from 25 reviews on Amazon.com. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 34013 (added 3/26/2012) . Age Range: 6 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
Each of the 16 pieces has 4 different attributes. The aim is to line up 4 pieces which share the same attribute. The problem is players can't choose which piece they're going to play - their opponent chooses for them. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 34012 (added 3/26/2012) . Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
Kendama is the ultimate form of the traditional ball and cup game. Originating in Japan, Kendama has captivated the world with its simple design and endless freestyle trick possibilities. With no moving parts, Kendama is deceptively simple at first glance. The simplicity makes it enjoyable for the beginner and also gives it its infinite playability. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 34000 (added 3/26/2012) . Magnetic MightyMind Zoo From: LEISURE LEARNING PRODUCTS INC. Other products from LEISURE LEARNING PRODUCTS INC.
MightyMind develops creativity & helps children understand visual/spatial relationships. A great confidence builder in a fun, purposeful format. Children learn to solve puzzles entirely on their own. Starting with the simple concept of manipulating shapes, kids follow a logically programmed sequence of patterns, learning how to manipulate different geometric shapes to build pictures of increasing complexity. This set features a zoo theme and puzzles that include animal shapes. Watch Video from WTHRA 2012 ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33997 (added 3/26/2012) . Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Minimum Order: (Log in to view) Minimum Reorder: (Log in to view) Dropship Available?: (Log in to view) Ships From: (Log in to view) Terms: (Log in to view) Age Range: 8 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Made in: United States Gender: Boys And Girls
The award winning combination of a game, a brainteaser and a puzzle all rolled into one. Based upon concepts of spatial recognition and visual discrimination, the Pajaggle Board Game challenge players to quickly put unique pieces where they belong. Simple, right? Think again! Pick up a board and give it a try. Awards: 2013 TDmonthly Seal of Approval, 2011 Tillywig "Best Family Fun"; 2011 Major Fun: Keeper Award (First puzzle game to ever receive such an award); 2012 Astra Best Game of the Year; 2012 Creative Child Magazine: Game of Year Award ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33989 (added 3/26/2012) . Age Range: 3 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) SKU or Item #: 81662 Gender: Boys And Girls
What could be better than a puzzle kids can actually play with? This 28 piece puzzle only fits into the hardwood storage box one way but don’t worry, the images are painted in bright colors on the inside and outside. A great on-the-go gift since all pieces fit snuggly in its box and latch shut. Children can build skyscrapers as the roofs of all the building pop off and are stackable. An excellent developmental building toy, pieces are perfect for little fingers and big imaginations. Sevi is Europe’s’ oldest wooden toy maker – since 1831 – using only vegetable-based paints and smooth hardwood. Awards: 2013 TDmonthly Seal of Approval ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33977 (added 3/21/2012) .  Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Minimum Order: (Log in to view) Minimum Reorder: (Log in to view) Dropship Available?: (Log in to view) Ships From: (Log in to view) Terms: (Log in to view) Age Range: 8 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Made in: China SKU or Item #: 1158 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Void is puzzling to comprehend because there’s a hole right in the middle of it. Consumers can literally put their finger right through the center of the Void. The object is to solve each side, much like one would a standard Rubik’s Cube, but that’s where the similarities end. The Void has different colors, rounded edges, and requires a different solution. Launch date: February 2012. Awards: 2012 ASTRA Best Toys For Kids Nominee ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33958 (added 3/19/2012) . Charles Wysocki Hawkriver Hollow Puzzle - 1000 pcs From: BUFFALO GAMES INC. Other products from BUFFALO GAMES INC.
 For more than 40 years Charles Wysocki enjoyed his love affair with life and Americana, and through his imaginative and colorful artwork touched the hearts of millions worldwide."Chuck" felt a special kinship with puzzlers, who share in the creative process by building his paintings one piece at a time. This 1000 piece puzzle has a finished size of 26 3/4 x 19 3/4". Puzzle includes an 18 x 11 3/4" BONUS POSTER of the image. These puzzles are made here in the USA with 100% recycled paperboard at their factory in Buffalo NY. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33952 (added 3/19/2012) . Age Range: 1 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
Brand new in the Green Start series, made from 98% post consumer recycled materials and printed with eco friendly inks, this extension brings earth-friendly messages and all natural materials to the joy of creating beautiful floor puzzles. Packaged in a reusable totebox, each of these floor puzzles reveals a unique, endearing scene that kids will love to build. A bright and bold shape parade contains seven basic shape pieces with fun patterned designs. Pieces are self-correcting and can fit only into one spot. Names of shapes are printed under each piece. Launch date: April 2012. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33906 (added 3/14/2012) . Age Range: 1 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
Brand new Earth-friendly green start chunky wooden puzzles are made with wood from sustainable forests and packaged in a reusable carry-along storage case. Created with the help of child-development experts, these puzzles have chunky, raised pieces to support basic grasping skills, combined with slight gradations of cognitive challenge. A fun double-decker bus contains six square windows of the same size and shape that can fit into any of the spots but need to be rotated so the animals face right side up. Border of each piece matches color inside well. Launch date: April 2012. Awards: 2013 TDmonthly Seal of Approval — In a February 2013 survey, two out of 11 retailers told TDmonthly that puzzles were their best selling wooden toy. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33905 (added 3/14/2012) . Age Range: 2 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
This nine-block puzzle challenges kids to re-create six familiar animals. But it's not always a 3x3 square shape: the giraffe puzzle is tall; the alligator is long. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33898 (added 3/13/2012) .  Age Range: 1 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
Part puzzle, part stacker. These rainbow curves create a colorful fan of feathers when sorted from smallest to largest. Awards: 2013 TDmonthly Seal of Approval ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33897 (added 3/13/2012) . Age Range: 3 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
Our super friendly moose has shed his antlers. Players help him regrow new ones by adding one branch at a time. Be careful! If he tips over, they'll have to begin again. Super Moose is a building and balancing game that requires a steady hand. It can be played solo, by a group, or one-on-one. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33893 (added 3/13/2012) . Age Range: 3 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
Create a transportation-themed mosaic using magnetic geometric shapes. Arrange-and re-arrange-these vibrantly colored wooden pieces on the lap-sized magnetic board. A carrying handle specially sized for small hands makes it easy for kids to take this toy wherever they go. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33892 (added 3/13/2012) . Age Range: 3 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
Children can create animal themed mosaics using magnetic geometric shapes. Arrange-and re-arrange-these vibrantly colored wooden pieces on the lap-sized magnetic board. A carrying handle specially sized for small hands makes it easy for kids to take this toy wherever they go. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33891 (added 3/13/2012) . Age Range: 8 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) SKU or Item #: HC430 Gender: Boys And Girls
Can kids fit all the numbers back in? First, spill the ten digits (0-9) from the box and give them a scramble. Then, place the pieces back in the box so that the lid closes flat. There are over 4000 possible solutions. Awards: 2011 Parents’ Choice Awards - Recommended ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33888 (added 3/13/2012) .  Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
New fun and colorful GEOMAG set lets kids build and put into motion. Build a spinning top, and put it into motion. Set makes two spinning tops. All components are manufactured to stringent European and American safety standards. GEOMAG E-Motion Power Spin 24 pc Includes: 8 magnetic rods; 8 Non-magnetic steel spheres; 2 performance tips; 1 triangle panel; 1 pentagon panel; 2 graphic discs; 1 triangle pro panel; 1 pentagon pro panel. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33887 (added 3/13/2012) . Jumbo Bananagrams features 144 waterproof, three-inch square tiles packaged in a funky giant yellow banana-shaped tote bag. Requiring no pencil, paper or board, Jumbo Bananagrams is addictive fun and educational play for kids age five to 105. Players race against each other to build giant crossword grids and use all their letter tiles. Launch date: Summer 2012. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33832 (added 3/8/2012) . Age Range: 1 to 5 SKU or Item #: 44063 Gender: Boys And Girls
This fun game set includes mini-puzzles that are especially designed to build kids' recognition and matching skills with images of real animals and vivid colors. Includes 30 double-sided picture cards that make 10 complete puzzles. 4 puzzle sks available: 123s, ABCs, Animals, Shapes & Colors. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33766 (added 2/29/2012) . Age Range: 1 to 5 SKU or Item #: 44053 Gender: Boys And Girls
This fun little game is especially designed to build children's recognition and matching skills using vivid colors and colored-object association. Includes 22 double-sided picture cards that make 11 complete puzzles. 4 puzzle sks available: 123s, ABCs, Animals, Shapes & Colors. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33765 (added 2/29/2012) . Age Range: 3 and up SKU or Item #: 45103 Gender: Boys And Girls
This extra large twist varies in texture and color throughout its design. Includes a colorful package insert filled with lots of brainy games and fun ideas. Feel it, twist it, play puzzles and games, wear it, build with it and more. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33764 (added 2/29/2012) .  Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Age Range: 3 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
Constructed of hardwood & comes with over 38 pieces; skills developed will include the matching of gears, construction building and hours of multiple tasking. Container has handle. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33721 (added 2/24/2012) . Giant Road Jigsaw Puzzle From: THE ORIGINAL TOY COMPANY Other products from THE ORIGINAL TOY COMPANY
Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Age Range: 3 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
Design lots of different road layout using the 20 chunky interchangeable puzzle pieces. Add to the fun with your favorite toy cars! 20 pieces. 38"x38" average size. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33719 (added 2/24/2012) .  Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Age Range: 3 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2012) Gender: Boys And Girls
Multi color. 24 pack in full color display box. Size 10"L x 1"W. — In a September 2014 survey, Lynda Blankenship from Smart Toys & Books in Knoxville, Tenn., told TDmonthly that What'Zit is one of the store's best-selling novelty toys. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33717 (added 2/24/2012) .  Ships From: (Log in to view) Age Range: 14 and up Specialty: No Made in: China Gender: Boys And Girls
MEGA Nanodots are a throwback to the collectible marble sensation of yesteryear, but with a magnetic twist. Striking a balance between kinetic and magnetic forces, these super-sized Nanodots(TM) let users experiment with the forces of Newton’s cradle, solve challenging build puzzles and play “Grow,” the Nanodots game of war. Available in packs of 30 and 64 pcs in three colors: Titanium Spectra, Black and Silver. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33702 (added 2/23/2012) .
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