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July 2009 New Specialty Toys — General ToysWholesale Price: (Log in to view) Standing 2.5" and posed for action, these sports-themed figure vehicles are designed full of attitude and ready to win. They can be races, collected, crashed and traded. "Sports Cars combines two things boys love, sports and cars, into an action-packed toy with a classic play pattern," Nathan Jones, president of PB&J Toy Company, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24810 (added 7/30/2009) . Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Tic-Attack-Toe adds a battling twist to the classic game of tic-tac-toe. Kids can challenge friends and family to claim three-in-a-row using numbered X and O cards. Players knock-out their opponent's spot with a higher value card or use their "Wild" card to take any spot. The goal is to be the first to get three-in-a-row five times. As an added bonus, the playing board doubles as a carrying case. "Tic-Attack-Toe takes the simple premise of a game everyone knows and gives it a twist to provide a game that is easy to learn and provides multi-generational fun," Nathan Jones, president of PB&J Toy Company, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24809 (added 7/30/2009) . Fairies and elves can take a ride in this delicate-looking petal boat edged with floral decoration and a robust sail. Launch date: September 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24759 (added 7/24/2009) . Money Savvy Pig Piggy Bank From: MONEY SAVVY GENERATION Other products from MONEY SAVVY GENERATION
(Read Review) Age Range: 4 to 11 SKU or Item #: LMSP+color Launch Date: January 2002 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Money Savvy Pig® is a four-chambered bank designed to help kids and their parents or grandparents begin a conversation about money. It is designed to help teach basic money skills by introducing four choices: SAVE, SPEND, DONATE and INVEST. "Its unique four-chambered design allows children to deposit their money through four separate slots on the top of the bank — one slot for each money choice — and empty each money chamber individually through the feet on the bank," Melinda Voelcker, director of operations and marketing for Money Savvy Generation, told TDmonthly. It is available in six colors. Awards: 2015 TDmonthly Magazine Top Toy Award; 2002 Parents' Choice Gold Award; 2008 National Parenting Publications Gold Award; 2008 Preferred Choice Creative Toy Award; and 2008 National Parenting Center Seal of Approval. Launch date: 2002. — As of 05/12/2011 this product had 4.3 out of 5 stars from 34 customer reviews on Amazon.com. Cons: Three customers reported that the bank broke when they dropped it. — The Money Savvy Pig is a traditional piggy bank on steroids. Instead of holding a child’s money in a single chamber, it utilizes four, labeled save, spend, donate and invest. Reviewers found that it works well with an allowance system. Trent Hamm of The Simple Dollar explains that even if children cannot completely understand the concepts behind the Money Savvy Pig, it can make it “so that saving seems like a completely natural thing.” See also 3 Garnets & 2 Sapphires. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24747 (added 7/23/2009) . Inspired by the legendary genius Da Vinci, the product is a Code Machine that stretches players' imaginative and logical mind. It is a beautiful fusion of a Word game and a Logic game. Its interactive game-play makes it a great piece for friends and family pastimes. The difficulty levels are controlled by players so it is also a nice adult-child educational toy. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24711 (added 7/21/2009) . Age Range: 0 to 4 SKU or Item #: WTKRNT Gender: Boys And Girls
This rocker is also a table designed for indoor or outdoor fun. Upon turning it over, the stable twin-seat rocker (see-saw) becomes an activity table. It is made of durable, easy to clean plastic. The table is 15" H and the seat height is 8". The unit measures 18" H x 16" W x 34" D. Launch date: May 29, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24646 (added 7/17/2009) . Age Range: 3 to 9 SKU or Item #: 602 Launch Date: April 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This kit includes the Little Yogis DVD, the Little Yogis Eco Mat, which is colorful, durable and free from phthalates, phenols, dioxins, and furans; a cartoon yoga poster with 21 poses; a handy tote bag made from recycled materials; and silly cartoon stickers. The DVD has received the following awards: Film Advisory Board Award of Excellence, Parent's Choice, Dr Toy, and Dove. Launch date: April 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24454 (added 7/7/2009) . Age Range: 3 to 5 Launch Date: August 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This TV-based gaming system for preschoolers combines full-body movement, music, education and fun. Combining LeapFrog’s learning products expertise with Disney’s storytelling heritage and preschool TV programs, the system lets kids bring the fun of Playhouse Disney to life at their house. As they groove and play, kids can gain a greater understanding of core preschool skills such as math, language and music. The Zippity system leads kids through eight lively learning games that use an interactive mat for lower-body movement, such as running, dancing, jumping and marching, and a tummy-high joystick, or “bopper,” for upper-body action, such as moving left, right, forward and back. The easy-to-use system with eight learning activities pre-loaded—comes with a foldable mat and bopper, which interacts wirelessly with the Zippity console. Launch date: August 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24350 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 3 and up Launch Date: June 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Packaged in a hexagonal shaped box, these award-winning illustrations by Melissa Sweet are designed to help kids learn about phylum in the world that surrounds us. With the names indicated on the inside of the lid, Life On Earth Bingo offers a way for children to identify plants and animals. This game is made using 90-percent recycled grey board and non-toxic inks. Launch date: June 20, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24349 (added 6/29/2009) . Ecotronics Eco Mic From: INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC Other products from INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC
Age Range: 3 and up Launch Date: May 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Ecotronic toys were developed to function just like regular electronic toys but with a different kind of energy. Dynamo technology inside of each toy converts a shake, squeeze or crank into energy that powers lights and sounds and other electronic functions. The crank-powered Eco Mic helps kids become eco-pop stars. Using four different buttons to activate voice amplification, music to sing along to, and two different drum sounds, the Eco Mic is an all-in-one music band with a color-changing light show. "Since kid-powered energy is a highly renewable energy source, Ecotronic toys will never run out of juice. Also, all Ecotronic toys are packaged in their specially developed Gekopak™ packaging, which is made of recycled paper and is completely bio-degradable," Vickie Cullen, PR account executive for International Playthings, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24337 (added 6/29/2009) . Ecotronic Farm Flashlights From: INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC Other products from INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC
Age Range: 6 and up Launch Date: May 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Ecotronic toys were developed to function like regular electronic toys, but they use a different kind of energy. Dynamo technology inside of each toy converts a shake, squeeze or crank into energy that powers lights, sounds and other electronic functions. The Ecotronic Farm Flashlights, featuring four assorted animals, are squeeze-powered, kid-sized flashlights. Using the side lever that stores inside the body, kids can release and squeeze to charge up the light. Also, when switched on, each animal’s nose lights up. "Also, all Ecotronic toys are packaged in their specially developed Gekopak™ packaging, which is made of recycled paper and is completely bio-degradable. It’s easy to open and free from ties, wires or other packing materials," Vickie Cullen, PR account executive for International Playthings, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24335 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 5 and up SKU or Item #: 3011506 Launch Date: January 2000 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Smart Bank sorts, counts, dispenses, deducts and always knows the balance. A patented "Balance Guard"™ feature locks and remembers the balance even when batteries wear out or when changing batteries. Launch date: 2000. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24312 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 1 to 2 SKU or Item #: 210740 Launch Date: July 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This Take-along-Friend is crafted out of renewable rubberwood. It's designed to inspire creativity and fun for kids to run around trying to have the shark catch the fish. Launch date: July 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24304 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 1 to 2 SKU or Item #: 210750 Launch Date: July 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This take-a-long friend, with its moving wheels and chomping mouth, is designed to inspire kids to touch, grasp, explore and grow. It has bright colors and zig-zag stripes and is made from renewable rubberwood. Launch date: July 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24302 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 0 to 1 SKU or Item #: 210680 Launch Date: July 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Designed for tiny hands to handle, this vibrant bunch makes clickey-clop sounds when jumbled together. It is made from renewable rubberwood. Launch date: July 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24300 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 0 to 1 SKU or Item #: 210710 Launch Date: July 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This whirly, twirly activity toy has brightly colored loops and wooden discs that spin up and down in a dizzying array of activity. It is made from renewable rubberwood. Launch date: July 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24299 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 0 to 1 SKU or Item #: 210690 Launch Date: July 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This rattle is made from renewable rubberwood and features a clickety-clack sound with bright colorful pieces. Launch date: July 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24297 (added 6/29/2009) . Calico Critters Plush Lauren Fisher Cat From: INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC Other products from INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC
Featuring Lauren Fisher Cat, Penny Petite Bear, Willow Cottontail Rabbit and Nibbles Norwood Mouse, each Critter comes with removable clothing and can easily be placed in a sitting position. The plush Critters are approximately 8” tall. "The Calico Critters plush dolls are unique additions to a popular product line that formerly only featured miniature characters. This loveable, hugable, Calico Critter character provides children with a cuddly version of the characters they've already come to know," Vickie Cullen, account executive for International Playthings LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24239 (added 6/29/2009) . With deck and chin spoilers, rear diffusers, side skirts, large blue wheels, silver top and other high performance styling cues, this Silver S9-R of the Automoblox R-Line speaks the language of serious driving fun. Fully interchangeable with other models, R-Line owners can mix-and-match parts to build unique performance models or just add a little horse power to the current Automoblox styles. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24133 (added 6/16/2009) . With deck and chin spoilers, rear diffusers, side skirts, large red wheels, silver top and side accents plus other high performance styling cues, this White C9-R of the Automoblox R-Line speaks the language of serious driving fun. Fully interchangeable with other models, R-Line owners can mix-and-match parts to build unique performance models or just add a little horse power to the current Automoblox styles. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24132 (added 6/16/2009) . Design is in the details and the C9-S will add a strong dose of sophistication to your existing Automoblox collection. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24131 (added 6/16/2009) . Earlystar Animal Snacker From: INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC Other products from INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC
Age Range: 1 to 5 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
These electronic feeding bowls make fun animal sounds as baby eats. Each bowl is activated by the "magic spoon" and makes one of four sounds each time the spoon leaves the bowl. The insert bowl is removable, can be placed in the microwave, and is dishwasher top-rack safe. A large suction cup holds the base firmly in place, making the bowl useful for self-feeding. Animal Snackers come in two varieties, Dog and Cow. "[It] allows children to be in control of activating the lights and sounds of the animal snackers while they eat," Nicole Tiedemann, PR account executive for International Playthings, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24084 (added 6/11/2009) . Earlystar Fun Farm Activity Bar From: INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC Other products from INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC
Age Range: 1 and up Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
When these four soft farm friends are bopped on their heads, they make music and animal sounds. Each animal has its own song, so when baby hits one and then another, the music changes. The hook-and-loop straps can be wrapped around a stroller bar or carrier handle, or attached to a car's headrest or a crib rail. The Fun Farm Activity Bar is for children ages 3 months and up. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23989 (added 6/3/2009) . Earlyears Spintacular Play Center From: INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC Other products from INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC
Age Range: 1 to 5 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Spintacular Play Center attaches to smooth surfaces with strong suction cups, making it usable on highchairs and stroller trays. Featuring five spinning balls and three spinning bug-beads, the Play Center also includes a top piece that clicks as it spins, and a center wheel that climbs up and down the center pole as it turns. The Spin-tacular Play Center is 100-percent kid-powered, with no batteries required. "The kid-powered characteristic of this table-top-friendly toy allows for children to explore their own ability to create fun," Nicole Tiedemann, PR account executive for International Playthings, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23988 (added 6/3/2009) . This colorful stack and play puzzle combines together to form Noah's Ark. The Ark breaks up into 13 layers, 12 of the layers acting as different levels of storage for the different plastic animal figures residing within them. Each layer of the ark have special spaces to hold each individual animal figure in place. 21 pairs of animals as well as two human figurines are included. Animals include giraffes, pigs, birds, horses, rhinos, and dogs. This product received a 2009 Tillywig Brain Child Award and Sterling Fun Award, as well as a 2009 Seal of Approval from The National Parenting Center. Past Videos: Product Demonstration ToyDirectory Product ID#: 23980 (added 6/2/2009) .
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