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April 2011 Notable Toys — Eco-Friendly First Jigsaw Puzzle is a 4-piece solid hardwood puzzle perfect for 1-3 year olds. The pieces are interchangeable and reversible, allowing any two pieces to be connected. However, only if all pieces are connected correctly, will a square be built. Two different pattern solutions are possible: a checkerboard pattern and a striped pattern. This puzzle is designed to provide multiple levels of challenges. Younger toddlers will find it challenging to just physically connect two pieces. By having the pieces interchangeable and reversible, they find success without being frustrated. Once that skill is mastered, older toddlers will be challenged to build a square. Finally, toddlers will be fascinated that they can make two different patterns and will be challenged to discover how that is possible. They will do the puzzle over and over to find the answer. Made of sturdy, solid maple and cherry, it will not bend or warp like cardboard puzzles. At over 3/4" thick, toddlers can easily sense when a successful connection has been made - something that can be difficult with thin cardboard puzzles. Other puzzles have pictures painted or glued onto them. Our puzzle is simply finished with a safe, food-grade beeswax and oil finish. Instead of concentrating on a picture, our puzzle focuses on the natural pattern the two contrasting wood tones make. Awards: A Dr. Toy Best Green Product for 2011 ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32175 (added 4/28/2011) .  Age Range: 1 to 5 Specialty: Yes (as of 2011) Gender: Boys And Girls
This edible fingerpaint was created in 2007 with babies in mind, adhering to baby safe ingredients which are organic. The paint is also vegan, wheat-free, sugar-free, and contains no preservatives. Babies and toddlers can start expressing themselves artistically earlier, without parents having to worry about them ingesting harmful chemicals and dyes. Fantastic Finger Paints come in 5 colors. Purple/Blue with REAL blueberries, Red/Pink with REAL beets, Orange & Yellow with REAL pumpkin and green with REAL spinach. CPSIA Compliant. Made from Organic Fruit & Vegetable powders, rice cereal and rice flour. Paints come in 6 oz. convenient tottle bottles which have powder in them. Just add the water, shake and create. Makes over 12 oz. of paint per bottle (refill bottle with water and get more paint). Must be refrigerated after water is added. Awards: A Dr. Toy Best Green Product for 2011; TDmonthly Top Toy Award, June 2011 — Why it won: This paint is extremely eco-friendly, and encourages parents to introduce their children to art and painting as soon as possible, without having to worry about their child being harmed by ingesting the chemicals in non-organic, non-plant based paints. This means kids can start learning forms of creative expression from a younger age. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32174 (added 4/28/2011) .  Equipped with pontoons and a moving propeller, the bright yellow Soarin’ Sea Plane has a soft rubber cargo net for transporting baggage or perhaps lost treasures. The set includes Pilot Pete and a friendly pelican called Pelly. Awards— A Dr. Toy Best Green Product for 2011 ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32173 (added 4/27/2011) . The set comes with 26 capital letters and 2 side bases. The font base has pictures which relate to the alphabet. On the back are directions for writing the alphabet. Children can recite the alphabet, letter-names, and identify letter-sounding relationships, by spelling with words in the vocabulary. Helps children match the alphabet with the animal picture base. Teaches children how to write the alphabet correctly by finding the letters to spell familiar words. For example, How do you spell C A T? This toy is great fun and helps develop letter recognition and fine motor skills. Awards— A Dr. Toy Best Green Product for 2011 ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32172 (added 4/27/2011) . Age Range: 4 to 12 Specialty: Yes (as of 2011) Gender: Boys And Girls
This game is easy enough for first time game players and the game can be made infinitely more challenging simply by adding more owl tokens into the game. This allows the game to age with the child or for older kids (or even adults) to play with younger kids. Like in Candyland, kids practice color recognition and moving tokens. Unlike Candyland, Hoot Owl Hoot is a cooperative game, meaning all players are playing for the same outcome together. A cooperative game eliminates stress, builds self-esteem, and teaches kids that playing together can be fun. Kids learn to work together, they share in the game play, and they practice cooperation. The object of the game is move all the owls from start to the nest before the sun rises. Players take turns, but work together. Launch date: May 2011. Awards: A Dr. Toy Best Green Product for 2011; 2011 Parents’ Choice Silver Honor Award; 2011 Parents’ Choice Major Fun Award; 2011 Disney FamilyFun magazine Toy of the Year (T.O.Y) Award. — As of 05/23/2011 this product had 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Teaches kids to work together; difficulty can be increased as players get better; eco-friendly. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32168 (added 4/27/2011) .  Playspaces come in a decorative envelope but become a 3-D play scene. Two sturdy interlocking boards create four areas to populate with pop-out characters with stands. The reclosable envelope measures 9-3/4 x 15" and has a string closure. 100% recycled paper is used for the product greyboard. Playspaces are designed for children ages four and older. They have small parts, and are a choking hazard for children under 3 years of age. Awards: A Dr. Toy Best Green Product for 2011 ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32167 (added 4/27/2011) .  The My Natural Ballerina is a 12", earth friendly rag doll made from natural (unbleached, unprocessed) cotton and colored with miYim's proprietary PureWaterWash process that uses plants and minerals in soy water for the dye bath. Her pink dress, hair bow and toe shoes are sure to please dancers of all ages. Awards— A Dr. Toy Best Green Product for 2011 ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32166 (added 4/27/2011) . These miniature cars come in 8 different styles which have a bamboo chassis. The styles include a beach buggy, hot rod, and twin turbo. The cars are made completely out of bamboo, aside from the contrast-painted wheels, which include some rubber and plastic. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32165 (added 4/26/2011) .  With the Green Toys Sandwich Shop young chefs can open their own imaginary deli and take orders, create sandwiches and serve guests. This 15-piece, stackable, mix-and-match play food set comes with all the fixings to create two complete sandwiches. Each realistic part is made in the USA from food-safe, 100% recycled plastic milk containers which save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Interchangeable with other Green Toys stacking play food products. Fits on Green Toys kitchen sets. Set includes two bread slices, bun top and bottom, burger patty, fillet, two cheese slices, lettuce leaf, tomato, two sets of onions, one red pepper, one set of pickles, and Sandwich Shop order form. No BPA, PVC, phthalates, or external coatings. Meets FDA food contact standards. Dishwasher safe. Stacks to 3-1/4"H. Each piece approximately 3"W. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32164 (added 4/26/2011) . These pencils are designed for children to use at home and in school: 33% thicker leads than regular colored pencils; 4mm lead is encased in a standard size barrel. Thicker lead means longer lasting pencils and smooth, rich color lay down. Leads are 20% more break resistant. New formula is stronger and has more pigment for brighter colors and easier blending. Leads will not fall out - SV-bonding means leads are glued the entire length of the barrel and glue is double applied for further reinforcement. 40% easier to sharpen - New radial cutting of wood slats aligns the wood grain for easier sharpening. Ergonomic - Triangular shape is easier to hold and gives better control and pencils will not roll. Eco-Friendly and Non-toxic - Pencils are made from reforested wood preserving natural forests and conforms to ASTM D-4236. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32163 (added 4/26/2011) .  This game is set up as a reading race through the southwest. Players pick their cards, gallop around the board to round up all their words, and must giddy up home before the other players to win. Game features the top 25 building block words. Includes game board (16.5"W x 16.5"H), 50 word cards, and 4 game pieces. For 2-4 players. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32162 (added 4/25/2011) .  Kids can grow their own organic vegetables, guaranteed. The pot, soil-less planting mixture, even the seeds- are certified organic. The interest in edibles has been soaring and is only increasing. All the plants are quick to sprout and easy to grow and will produce their harvest early. Sprout inside and plant the whole pot in the ground after a month or two and let the bountiful harvest begin. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32161 (added 4/25/2011) .  This cleverly designed set comes complete with everything kids need for play and pretend; from fuzzy flocked animals and a tree full of monkeys to a realistic looking fish-filled aquarium. The easy-to-assemble zoo includes animal enclosures, entrance arch, 12 markers, color-in stickers, aquarium accents, pre-printed paper backgrounds, punch out people, animals and plenty of zoo accessories - more than 100 pieces in all. The zoo measures 30"w x 17.5"d x 15"h. Kids can use the supplies included or go "green" and turn everyday items into fun accessories. Even the package becomes part of the play experience. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32160 (added 4/25/2011) .  This cardboard playhouse is made in the U.S.A using 100% recycled cardboard material. The Adventure Castle will take any child on an enchanting adventure every day. The unique design allows for a sturdy drawing surface and reliable stability during play. From brave knights in shining armor to carriage riding princesses, every child will enjoy creating there own.The Adventure Castle is eco-friendly and encourages creative play. This playhouse is perfect for birthday parties, play dates, everyday play and rainy day fun. Made from very sturdy 44ECT corrugated cardboard. Measurements (Assembled): 48"L x 48"W x 48"H ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32159 (added 4/25/2011) .  The PlanetBox comes with everything a parent needs to pack their child the lunch they will love. All children have their own likes and dislikes when it comes to their lunches. One child likes variety and surprises, while another likes the familiarity of that same PB&J sandwich every day. But neither child likes it when their sandwich touches their fruit. We have found that most kids like a variety of foods that stay in their own compartments and don’t “touch each other.” Parents can pack any food in any compartment. The lid has raised compartments so foods can be piled high, yet the box can still be closed. The hinge is designed to keep top and bottom together, while making sure little hands won't get caught. Measures 10 inches x 7 ½ inches x 1 ½ inches. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32156 (added 4/25/2011) . The Eco-Biker is a wind turbine toy that helps kids understand this form of alternative energy. Kids can clip it to a bike's handlebars or anywhere in the breeze, and watch as the fan powers a LED light. The stronger the wind, the faster the Eco-Biker pedals, and the brighter the LED shines. Eco-friendliness, sustainability, and energy-consciousness are the focus of this toy. Similar kits are purely for experimental purposes; but this small kit with a compact and highly efficient design makes it easy for kids to play and learn at the same time. 45 pieces; takes an average of 20 minutes to assemble. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32130 (added 4/21/2011) .  Our new Eco Plant Pals are fun and environmentally friendly. All these pet plants are easy and interesting to grow. The planter and dome are both made from a corn resin. Each kit comes with everything needed including a color decal, and collectible trading card. Different types of Pals come with names that reflect their unique personalities. There are 18 styles and a counter display available. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32109 (added 4/13/2011) .  This Italian-designed motorcycle is made of bamboo, with just a bit of rubber and metal for the wheels. The body is lightweight and durable, making the E-Moto easy and safe for young children to maneuver. These toys are made primarily of bamboo, an eco-friendly source material that is quick-growing, natural, and renewable. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32082 (added 4/8/2011) . This pull-along wooden crocodile flaps his mouth as he rolls along. The wheels are coated in rubber to help eliminate the sound of the toy being rolled around the house. Made with water-based paint and wood from sustainable forests. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32073 (added 4/6/2011) . These expandable, retractable dollhouses are designed to fit in any room, large or small. The dollhouse can be folded up into its small box, or expanded to turn an entire room into a dollhouse for fashion dolls 12" and under. No tools required for setup, no small parts. Set-up time- Approx. 10 minutes. Expands up to 108"W x 72"D, Weighs 5 lbs. Made in the US of recycled materials. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 32012 (added 3/24/2011) .  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: 10 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2011) Made in: China, United States SKU or Item #: DCK01001 Launch Date: May 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
Bag-o-Loot is a new card game that combines strategy, luck, interaction and emotions. During their turn, players can create sets of matching cards called collections, steal collections from other players, or complete a set, making a Bag-O-Loot. But players must be wary- The Bag-O-Loot could be a bluff. Players must outwit or outguess their opponents and try to commit a robbery to end the round. "It is just as fun and engaging for a group of adults to play, a group of kids to play, or a mixed group of adults and kids to play," John Shelley, president of Bag-O-Loot, told TDmonthly. Awards: 2011 Dr. Toy's Best Picks; 2011 Preferred Choice Award in the category of Family Card Games from Creative Child Magazine. — As of 10/19/2011 this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 10 reviews on Amazon.com. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 31987 (added 3/22/2011) . 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: 5 and up Target Age Range: 6 to 8 Specialty: Yes (as of 2011) Made in: China SKU or Item #: 00480 Launch Date: June 2011 Gender: Boys And Girls
Fastrack is an all-new kind of sports game. It consists of a wooden tray with an elastic band across each end and a bridge in the middle with a slot opening. Each side starts with 5 wooden disks. Using the elastic cord, players must be quick and aim well to be the first to send all of the disks zooming across to the other side. The first to successfully clear all 10 disks to the opponent's side wins the round. "Fastrack is high quality, eco-friendly, durable and made of wood," Nicole Britton from Blue Orange Games told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2011. Awards: 2011 Dr. Toy's Best Green Product; 2011 ASTRA Best Toys for Kids — In a July 2014 survey, one out of 14 retailers told TDmonthly that Fastrack was their store's best-selling toy. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 31974 (added 3/22/2011) .  A tree will be planted for every collectible, plush Treefie that is registered online. Because children are so interested in doing their part, this line is geared toward educating them about our world, giving them the opportunity to plant a tree, and keeping them interested in the environment. Treefies combine the classic offline play and collecting possibilities of a plush toy with the modern twist of access to the internet. The line includes the following animals: monkey, elephant, eagle, frog, brown bear, lion, panda, shark, leopard, and ferret. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 31939 (added 3/16/2011) .  Eco Eggs are plastic Easter eggs for egg hunts. They are made in the USA from corn starch, 100% renewable content, and are fully compostable after use. Easter eggs generate tons of emission and landfill waste in the USA each year. You can make a difference today by supporting Eco Eggs. There are 3 box sizes available for purchase: a 10 count, 28 count and 48 count egg hunt. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 31933 (added 3/15/2011) . 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: 3 and up Target Age Range: 3 to 5 Specialty: Yes (as of 2011) Made in: Thailand SKU or Item #: 5183 Launch Date: February 2011 Gender: Boys And Girls
Build-A-Robot features four interchangeable, geometric-shaped heads featuring the emotions of happiness, sadness, anger and surprise as well as a range of textures to address sensory issues. To strengthen fine motor skills, the heads are attached with snap connectors. The legs are attached with screw connectors allowing the robot to sit or stand. Designed specifically to address the needs of children with ASD, the robot appeals to children of all ages. Launch date: February 2011. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 31832 (added 3/4/2011) .
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