May 2010 Notable Toys — Gifts

When the ZipBin Mini Unicorn Playset is unzipped, there are fabulous flowers, a beautiful bridge, a gorgeous garden, a picnic and a pond that become the perfect places for fantasy play. A sparkling castle, a magic forest, and an enchanted waterfall and shimmering ponds are featured. When play is done, kids can capture all the toys inside. This mini play set includes one unicorn and is the perfect size for travel. Choking Hazard - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years. Launch date: 2008.

When the ZipBin Farm Playset is unzipped, it becomes the perfect play to play farm for animals, equipment, figures — even construction. Figures can also take a dip in the refreshing fishpond. When play is done, it captures all the toys inside. Sturdy, strong, stackable, and portable, the ZipBin® Farm Play Set includes two plastic farm animals. Choking Hazard - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years. Launch date: 2008.

Unzipped, it becomes a speedway — colorfully decorated for car racing, trains and even helicopters. When play is done, kids can capture all the toys inside. This mini play set includes a die cast car and is the ideal size for travel. Choking Hazard - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years. Launch date: January 2008. 

Unzipped, the ZipBin Mini Farm Playset becomes the perfect place to play farm with lots of animals, equipment, figures — even construction. Figures can take a dip, too, in the refreshing fishpond. When play is done, kids can capture all the toys inside. This mini play set includes farm animals and is the perfect size for travel. Neat-Oh! International Sales & Marketing Specialist Noah Winterer told TDmonthly, "We make it fun to be neat!" Choking Hazard - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years. Launch date: 2008.

The insect inventory in this charming set of lacing cards includes a pink butterfly, buzzing honeybee, spotted ladybug, darting dragonfly and a green grasshopper at rest. Little fingers will love lacing around each creature, making the pictures pop. Launch date: 2010.

Individuals can enliven a space with these floating birds illustrated by Fumiha Tanaka. They are made from thick sturdy board and measure approximately 11" wide. Launch date: 2010.

Lamb Treasure Pocket a-door-nimals are birth announcements for the hospital door, cuddly best friends and tooth fairy animals. Oh-so-soft critters hang by satin ribbons and hold dry erase heart-shaped boards for new families to announce baby’s birth in style.  Awards: iParenting Media Award. Launch date: February 2010.

Puppy Dog Treasure Pocket a-door-nimals are birth announcements for the hospital door and, later on, cuddly best friends and tooth fairy animals. The soft critters hang by satin ribbons and hold dry erase heart-shaped boards for new families to announce baby’s birth in style. Awards: iParenting Media Award. Launch date: August 2007.

Lamb Treasure Pocket a-door-nimals are birth announcements for the hospital door and, later, cuddly best friends and tooth fairy animals. The soft critters hang by satin ribbons and hold dry erase heart-shaped boards for new families to announce baby’s birth in style. Awards: iParenting Media Award. Launch date: February 2010.

Pink Bear Treasure Pocket a-door-nimals are birth announcements for the hospital door and, later on, cuddly best friends and tooth fairy animals. The soft critters hang by satin ribbons and hold dry erase heart-shaped boards for new families to announce baby’s birth in style. Awards: iParenting Media Award. Launch date: December 2006.

Pink Bear Treasure Pocket a-door-nimals are birth announcements for the hospital door and, later on, cuddly best friends and tooth fairy animals. The soft critters hang by satin ribbons and hold dry erase heart-shaped boards for new families to announce baby’s birth in style. Awards: iParenting Media Award. Launch date: December 2006.

The Ghost Nano Train Action Dome is a cast resin art piece that employs a revolutionary technology to move a train smoothly around a very thin narrow track. It comes packaged in a secure Styrofoam nest that fits snugly in a decorative colored display box. Ghost Train Action Dome features the following: a medieval castle Illuminated from within; a steam locomotive and three train cars that have an eerie glow when viewed in subdued light; locomotive sound that can be silenced for quiet night time operation; and a quality, hand-blown glass dome that protects its contents from dust. The 110 �] 230 VAC 50/60Hz power adapter provides endless hours of enjoyment.

The Eco Pacifier Holder keeps pacifiers protected and coordinates with Diaper Dude's other eco-friendly accessories and eco-friendly bag. It is large enough to hold two pacifiers.

The Eco Green Bottle Holder keeps liquids hot or cold for up to four hours. This bottle holder measures approximately 4" wide and 8" tall. Stephanie Moore of Diaper Dude told TDmonthly the Eco Green Bottle Holder is, "easy to grab and go and a perfect addition to the Diaper Dude bag for an extra bottle holder."

The Eco Green Changing Station includes a removable shoulder strap and removable card/key holder. The interior features a padded changing area and three compartments perfect for holding diapers, wipes container and diaper paste. Stephanie Moore of Diaper Dude told TDmonthly this item is "great for quick outings or as an addition to your Diaper Dude bag collection."

This high-quality 1000-piece 19" x 30" jigsaw puzzle features an upgraded puzzle board.

This 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle measures 20" x 27" and features a thick, upgraded puzzle board.

This special-shaped, 600-piece jigsaw puzzle features an upgraded board.

GreenDude Messenger Bag has one large compartment for baby with mesh pocket and an additional compartment for dad with mesh pocket. GreenDude features a padded shoulder strap, insulated bottle holder, and three large compartments with Velcro closure. A dad checklist is screen-printed on the magnetic flap and breathable mesh padding adds extra comfort. The product includes a padded changing pad, clips for stroller straps, an interior key clip and a removable, expandable cell phone holder. Stephanie Moore, administrative assistant at Diaper Dude, told TDmonthly, "The Eco-Friendly Messenger II from Diaper Dude is made of recycled PET material (plastic water bottles) rewoven into durable polyester and offers the same great features you find in all Diaper Dude bags-messenger style." WATCH VIDEO

This unique African Spots 700-piece specially-shaped jigsaw puzzle features an upgraded, thicker puzzle board.

This two-ply organic bamboo velour and bamboo jersey satin-trimmed, mid-weight blanket is an all-season, all-weather solution to keeping baby cozy. Choose from lime, cocoa or natural bamboo velour paired with natural colored bamboo soft jersey knit. The 31" x 31" blanket is suitable for nursery, travel and play. Made in USA of imported material (Organic bamboo velour (70/28/2 bamboo viscose/org cotton/poly) with organic bamboo jersey (100 org bamboo viscose).

These brightly striped organic bamboo velour hats feature alternative sizing. The Citrus comes with a ribbon stem and leaves set atop this cozy all season hat. The Plum is striped in cheery orange and plum purple with orange ribbon detail. The are made in the USA of imported materials (70/28/2 bamboo viscose/organic cotton/poly blend).

This full-coverage, all-season organic bamboo velour hat with wide band is lined in silky organic bamboo jersey. It's available in lime or cocoa. The lime sports a stem and leaves detail, while the cocoa hat is topped with a classic chocolate ticking ribbon. It is made in the USA of imported materials.

SandMemories allows kids to make gifts for their parents, or for parents to make a wonderful keepsake of their child's hand print, out of sand. Made in Germany by a Danish company, the SandMemories hand print kit with wooden frame contains:

    * sand
    * sand adhesive
    * wooden frame for individual decoration (outer size 21x21cm, inner size 15x15cm)
    * loop
    * spatula
    * illustrated instructions on rear side
    * wooden stick for standing up the completed frame
 
When completed, the hardened hand print may hang on the wall or stand upright on a table. Launch date: 2010.