May 2010 New Specialty Toys — All

Early Years are four cooperative card games for the younger ages. Each game is designed to nurture and encourage a blend of close observation, communication, imagination, and some academic, social and memory skills in a non-threatening, self-esteem-building atmosphere. The pack includes four sets of 35 cards each: a “domino” word game, an animal memory game, a number/math skills game, and a storytelling game. Jim Deacove, president of Family Pastimes, told TDmonthly Early Years is "a big bargain with lots of play value, and just plain fun to play! Special group game rules are included for accommodating as many as 36 players."

The Greenzys promote green living and teach eco-friendly practices to young children through heartwarming stories and endearing plush toys that are environmentally safe and fun. All Greenzys toys are made in socially responsible factories from soy fibers and non-toxic dyes, with packaging made from recycled paperboard. A portion of every purchase benefits the Environmental Media Association and for every Greenzys purchase made in 2010, the Arbor Day Foundation will plant one tree in U.S. forests.

The Greenzys promote green living and teach eco-friendly practices to young children through heartwarming stories and endearing plush toys that are environmentally safe and fun. All Greenzys toys are made in socially responsible factories from soy fibers and non-toxic dyes, with packaging made from recycled paperboard. A portion of every purchase benefits the Environmental Media Association and for every Greenzys purchase made in 2010, the Arbor Day Foundation will plant one tree in U.S. forests.

The Greenzys promote green living and teach eco-friendly practices to young children through heartwarming stories and endearing plush toys that are environmentally safe and fun. All Greenzys toys are made in socially responsible factories from soy fibers and non-toxic dyes, with packaging made from recycled paperboard. A portion of every purchase benefits the Environmental Media Association and for every Greenzys purchase made in 2010, the Arbor Day Foundation will plant one tree in U.S. forests.

The Greenzys promote green living and teach eco-friendly practices to young children through heartwarming stories and endearing plush toys that are environmentally safe and fun. All Greenzys toys are made in socially responsible factories from soy fibers and non-toxic dyes, with packaging made from recycled paperboard. A portion of every purchase benefits the Environmental Media Association and for every Greenzys purchase made in 2010, the Arbor Day Foundation will plant one tree in U.S. forests.

Goodbyn is a lunchbox reinvented for kids, parents and the planet. Made in the USA, BPA free and phthalate free, Goodbyn is designed to keep tastes (and moisture) separate with five separately sealing compartments. Each Goodbyn lunchbox comes with hundreds of stickers: alphabets, body parts, allergy labels — you name it, you stick it. Goodbyn has a carrying handle, is dishwasher-safe, and can be recycled simply and easily when it’s time to buy a new one.

Goodbyn is a lunchbox reinvented for kids, parents and the planet. Made in the USA, BPA free and phthalate free, Goodbyn is designed to keep tastes (and moisture) separate with five separately sealing compartments. Each Goodbyn lunchbox comes with hundreds of stickers: alphabets, body parts, allergy labels and more. Goodbyn has a carrying handle, is dishwasher-safe, and can be recycled simply and easily when it’s time to buy a new one. Rob Grennan, COO of Byndoo LLC, told TDmonthly, "The Goodbyn lunchbox line eliminates the need for one-time packaging like plastic bags and drink boxes; it has five separately sealing compartments to make packing lunches easy and fun."

Roman Town lets the player be an archaeologist and manage a team of diggers while learning about archaeological techniques and uncovering ancient objects. Graphics rendered in 3D let players explore Roman buildings and immerse themselves in Roman history. One can put pots together, exercise puzzle skills with fun mini-games, and find out what archaeologists really do. President of Dig-It Games Suzi Wilczynski told TDmonthly, "Roman Town is unique, educational and, most importantly, lots of fun!"
Awards: The Tillywig Brain Child Award; NAPPA Honors; The National Parenting Center 2010 Seal of Approval; Creative Child 2010 Game of the Year Award; Dr Toy’s Best Vacation Product; five 2010 Life Buzz Parent-to-Parent awards.

The Glowberry Bears are interactive plush bears that are also a night light. Each bear talks, giggles and glows when its tummy is tickled or paw is squeezed, and when two Glowberry Bears are in the same proximity they can talk to each other. The bears are available in five colors. Robert Burgess, President of Burgess Toys, told TDmonthly in April 2010, "The Glowberry Bears can talk to the child or to each other. They also glow and giggle, and a virtual world is being constructed."

LilyC is specifically designed for use following a C-section to reduce redness and relieve the itching and discomfort associated with the postoperative wound. Chuck Pawloski, Managing Partner of Me & My Kidz LLC, told TDmonthly, "LilyC is self adhering and custom molded and will last for months when properly cared for using the specially formulated silicone cleanser that is included with the purchase."

Tagacuda™ has lots of tags and comes with a squeak. Available in green, blue and pink.

Tagasaurus™ is a friendly dinosaur with soft tags running down his back. Available in green, blue and pink.

Tagsdale™  has a mane, tail and feet made of tags.

The TagRattle™ toy comes with a soft handle with a big bloom of tags, like the TagBall. Babies will be captivated by its shape and colors. This TagRattle comes in pastel colors. Available in pink and blue as well as in high contrast colors and pastel colors.

The TagRattle™ toy comes with a soft handle with a big bloom of tags, like the TagBall. Babies will be captivated by its shape and colors. This TagRattle comes in high contrast colors. Available in pink and blue as well as in high contrast colors and pastel colors.

The TagRattle™ toy comes with a soft handle with a big bloom of tags, like the TagBall. Babies will be captivated by its shape and colors. This TagRattle comes in primary colors. Available in pink and blue as well as in high contrast colors and pastel colors.

The dozens and dozens of loops on the TagBall will captivate child. The TagBall comes with a soft strap that can be placed around a baby's wrist, or the handle of a car seat, stroller or shopping cart. This TagBall comes in pastel colors. Available in pink and blue as well as in high contrast colors and pastel colors.
Awards: 2010 NAPPA Honors Award winner.

The dozens and dozens of loops on the TagBall will captivate child. The TagBall comes with a soft strap that can be placed around a baby's wrist, or the handle of a car seat, stroller or shopping cart. This TagBall comes in high contrast colors. Available in pink and blue as well as in high contrast colors and pastel colors.
Awards: 2010 NAPPA Honors Award winner.

The dozens and dozens of loops on the TagBall will captivate child. The TagBall comes with a soft strap that can be placed around a baby's wrist, or the handle of a car seat, stroller or shopping cart. This TagBall comes in primary colors. Available in pink and blue as well as in high contrast colors and pastel colors.
Awards: 2010 NAPPA Honors Award winner.

These three reptilian Topsy Turvy Pets feature 6" velour hatching eggs that turn inside out to reveal a full-bodied turtle, dinosaur or salamander. The imaginative design is baby safe with embroidered facial features and can make a playful gift idea for inquisitive minds. Topsy Turvy Pets wholesale as an assortment of 4 pieces of each animal.

This soft, velour 10" doll has embroidered facial features and attached tricot wings in a fresh white gown. The machine washable Little Princess Angel is available in a choice of blonde, brunette and brunette/tan styles and is safe for all ages.

The Grasshopper Preschool Prep Getting Our Hands Ready Kit is packed with playful games and an illustrated guidebook to get children ready for early writing and grasp. Children can feed bugs to Mr.Crunch, play with dozens of reusable stickers, dough stamps, stretchy dough, and more. The Grasshopper guidebook gives parents the tools they need to give their children a head start for school success. Rachel Rudman, President of Grasshopper Inc., told TDmonthly this is "the only product on the market to get kids ready for preschool without electronics and without workbooks ... all fun!"
Awards: Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products - 2010

These super-insulated sports bottles come with an internal mesh filter to stop ice or tea leaves from coming out during use. They are perfect for hot or cold filling. Double-walled stainless steel insures that the bottle does not sweat and does not contain harmful chemicals like Bisphenol-A (BPA). Kevin Brodwick, Founder of Thinkbaby and Thinksport, told TDmonthly, "The thinksport bottle is the best priced and most functional insulated bottle on the market."

Wallables are three-dimensional wall decor. Made from a revolutionary eco-friendly soy-based foam material, Wallables are designed to be safe and lightweight. They are easy to attach to any flat surface with the Velcro system and are designed to be put up and taken off the wall over and over. Eva Burkley, Vice President of Wallables, told TDmonthly, "The unique, intricate three-dimensional sculpting is new and has never been seen in the wall-décor market."