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June 2009 Notable Toys — AllAge Range: 4 to 8 Launch Date: July 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
KinderCone’s namesake product is a large, colorful cone filled with inspiring and educational gifts for young children, which parents give to their children to recognize the transition from kindergarten to first grade. KinderCone’s guiding principle is about inspiring young children to enjoy learning by celebrating this special milestone in their lives. KinderCones are 28" tall, handmade in Germany of sturdy box-board printed paper, and feature a limited edition design. Each KinderCone comes pre-filled with a Kinderjournal, Kalri, the plush main character of the journal, five pencils and temporary tattoos. The cones are offered in two main colors, red and bright green, and offer eight color options of the felt enclosure on top. "KinderCone is the first and only American company to re-create this concept outside of Europe," Vivian Lie, owner of KinderCone LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 15, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24270 (added 6/29/2009) . Fancy Nancy Positively Perfect Parfait Game From: BRIARPATCH INC. Other products from BRIARPATCH INC.
 Age Range: 4 to 12 SKU or Item #: BP61106 Launch Date: March 2009 Gender: Girls
In this game of skill and chance for two to four players, the goal is to be the first to top off a treat with a cherry to win the game. It is made in the USA. Launch date: March 31, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24268 (added 6/29/2009) . Animal Parade 7' Floor Puzzle, Simms Taback From: BRIARPATCH INC. Other products from BRIARPATCH INC.
 Age Range: 3 to 6 SKU or Item #: BP74203 Launch Date: March 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This 48-piece, 7" x 7' floor puzzle features the colorful animals of Simms Taback award-winning books. The puzzles can be done individually and then hooked together or placed in a very long line. This Oppenheim Gold Award winner is made in the USA. It's "just made for the specialty market," Product Manager Carol Comes of Briarpatch told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 31, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24267 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 4 and up SKU or Item #: 50401 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
To play, a child selects one of five colorful, two-sided match cards and place it in the tray. Then, he places the magic monkey in the center on the left side of the card and points his banana to the picture, letter, shape, or color he wants to try and match. Then, he selects the image on the right side of the card that best matches his selection. To see if he's correct, he'll place the monkey in the center on the right side of the card and let go. He will mysteriously spin and point to the correct match. "This little monkey's actions will even amaze adults and he does it all without batteries," Jason Cheung, general manager of Huntar Company, told TDmonthly. This product received a 2009 Parents' Choice Silver Honor Award. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24266 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 3 to 6 SKU or Item #: BP75201 Launch Date: March 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Four individual puzzles help children learn shapes by putting the puzzles together. The shapes are cleverly shown in the puzzle pictures. The sturdy puzzles come in a self-closing carrier box designed for years of puzzle fun. "The unique Briarpatch Carrier design makes it a one-of-a-kind item, perfect for holiday and birthday party gift-giving. The award-winning SAMi artwork is also made for the specialty store shopper," Carol Comes, product manager for Briarpatch, told TDmonthly. This product is an Oppenheim Gold Award winner. Launch date: March 31, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24265 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 2 to 4 SKU or Item #: IGED1068 Launch Date: June 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Lil Red Tractor is a high-quality, rechargeable, battery powered mini-tractor for boys or girls. It can be driven up to 2 mph indoors or out, on semi-hard surfaces. It has a large, adjustable seat for growing legs, and on-off foot pedal, and a one-year limited warranty with a free second year extended warranty and toll-free customer service. It is made in Canada. "Lil Red Tractor is a very high quality product, powered by a rechargeable battery (included). Kids love the bright shiny red finish and it's the perfect size for use indoors or out. [It is] not distributed in big-box stores," Ken Maxwell, VP of marketing for Peg Perego, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24264 (added 6/29/2009) . Buzzlewords® The Spelling Bee Game Level 1 - 1st & 2nd grade From: THE SPELLING BEE GAME INC. Other products from THE SPELLING BEE GAME INC.
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: 6 to 8 Specialty: Yes (as of 2011) Made in: China Launch Date: May 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This is a fast-paced, fun Spelling Board Game that teaches spelling, vocabulary and reading as it's played using spelling words taken directly from any child's grade-appropriate spelling list. Also available in challenging Adult level for those who think they can spell but might find out otherwise.The fast-paced game teaches spelling, reading and vocabulary. "There are no other board games on the market which allow each player to spell words selected from their own grade level and which combine elements of chance, strategy and spelling knowledge in a way that makes learning to spell fun and easy," Richard J. Sullivan, president of The Spelling Bee Game, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: July, 2009. Awards: 2010 Creative Child Magazine Game of the Year, Children's Educational Board Game Category; 2011 Creative Child Magazine, Game of the Year, Children's Educational Board Game Category. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24263 (added 6/29/2009) . Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Age Range: 8 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2014) SKU or Item #: 689076180184 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
There's no limit to what you can make with this beautiful collection of materials! With simple tips and lots of examples for inspiration, cut, glue and sew ornaments, bookmarks, jewelry, cards, mobiles, gift tags, collages & more! Two bonus projects in every kit! Turn the box into a mailbox, birdhouse or special treasure box. The inner tray is perfect for framing your art. Ages 8 and up — "I love these craft kits because the materials used are so incredible. Kids get to play with 100-percent wool felt, glass and wood beads, and beautiful handmade paper. It’s an added bonus that the company has skipped excessive packaging and uses 100-percent post-consumer waste recycled paper, reusable bags and vegetable-based inks," said Autumn Orndorff, gift buyer for Changing Hands Bookstore in Tempe, Ariz., after discovering Artterro kits at ASTRA Marketplace 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24262 (added 6/29/2009) .  Age Range: 2 and up SKU or Item #: BUGS Launch Date: May 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
These Uncle Goose multi-color alphabet blocks have bug pictures and names, and are made in the USA. This set includes four complete alphabets, two upper case and two lower case, and numbers from 0 to 10 and math symbols. Uncle Goose blocks are 1-3/4" and are handcrafted from sustainable Michigan basswood with child-safe inks. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24261 (added 6/29/2009) . Global Wonders Around the World Music CD From: GLOBAL WONDERS INC. Other products from GLOBAL WONDERS INC.
(Read Review)  Featuring authentic cultural styles, original compositions and fun sing-a-long songs, the album helps parents nurture cultural awareness in their children by exploring new rhythms and musical genres from around the world. The CD includes the Global Wonders Theme Song ("A Great Big World") featuring a catchy sing-along chorus with layers of instruments from eight different countries, including an Indian sitar, Australian didgeridoo, Japanese koto, a Ghana log drum and a Scottish bagpipe. In "Global Wonders Hello," children are introduced to words and phrases to say “Hello” in 10 different languages. Launch date: June 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24259 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 7 to 12 SKU or Item #: 10443 Launch Date: July 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Kids can learn to appreciate the highest achievements of civilization in painting, sculpture and architecture. This product is designed to cover the world of art across time and culture, introducing children to basic terminology and famous artists. The Professor Noggin series has won more than 12 awards. Launch date: July 30, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24257 (added 6/29/2009) . Wild Animal Baby - 4-DVD Deluxe Box Set From: TOPICS ENTERTAINMENT Other products from TOPICS ENTERTAINMENT
 Age Range: 2 to 8 SKU or Item #: 60355 Launch Date: June 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Wild Animal Baby is created to have kids laughing and smiling at the antics of Izzy, Rosie, Sandy and Skip as they solve mysteries and learn about the natural world. Brought to you by the National Wildlife Federation and Sunwoo Entertainment featuring high-quality animation and live action footage, these endearing animals aim to make learning fun and keep children glued to every educational episode. "Wild Animal Baby helps preschoolers develop important skills through 3-D animated characters, footage of real-life animals, animal sounds and intriguing puzzles. This multi-sensory approach is a feast for the eyes, ears and the entire body!" Aaron Zeigler, national account manager for TOPICS Entertainment, told TDmonthly. Single titles received a 2006 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: June 9, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24256 (added 6/29/2009) . Santa Train Car Set From: MAPLE LANDMARK WOODCRAFT CO. Other products from MAPLE LANDMARK WOODCRAFT CO.
 Age Range: 3 to 6 SKU or Item #: 11045 Launch Date: June 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
An addition to the NameTrain Wooden Railway System created by Maple Landmark, the four-car Santa Train Car Set is crafted from locally harvested maple with whimsical images of Santa, Mrs. Claus, reindeer and elves. The finishes and inks are all non-toxic. The car pieces are not sold separately. Launch date: June 15, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24255 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 3 and up SKU or Item #: 22225 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Playsam's Strollers are packaged in a white box with silver lettering. "These are touted to be the 'Best Baby Shower Gift Ever' under $70," Deepa Dadlani, president of VICI Enterprises (exclusive North American Distributor of Playsam), told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24254 (added 6/29/2009) . Danish Solitaire From: MAPLE LANDMARK WOODCRAFT CO. Other products from MAPLE LANDMARK WOODCRAFT CO.
Age Range: 8 and up SKU or Item #: 50210 Launch Date: February 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Brought back to celebrate Maple Landmark's 30th anniversary, Danish Solitaire is a mind-challenging math game crafted from locally harvested maple (in Vermont) and finished using a non-toxic clear lacquer. Measuring 5" x 7", Danish Solitaire comes with pegs numbering from one to 10. The object is to follow the lines and make the pegs add up to the same number. Directions are on the back. "The Danish Solitaire is an original, very rarely copied," Barbara Rainville, marketing manager for Maple Landmark Woodcraft, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 15, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24253 (added 6/29/2009) .  Age Range: All Ages Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
From Scandinavian design company Playsam, this rocket is created to be both classic and contemporary, fanciful and functional, simple and sophisticated. "The products are beautifully packaged — ideal for gift giving," Deepa Dadlani, president of VICI Enterprises (exclusive North American Distributor of Playsam), told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24252 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: All Ages SKU or Item #: AY11336 Launch Date: June 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This 10x-300x digital microscope is compact and connects directly to a PC via the included USB 2.0 cable. There is no software installation required. Once connected, it's easy to magnify and view endless kinds of specimens and materials — from fabrics and coins to leaves and insects. Six LED lights illuminate the specimen and there are four brightness levels that are controlled by a button on the front of the microscope. Launch date: June 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24251 (added 6/29/2009) .  Age Range: All Ages Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This wooden dollhouse was designed by Eva Schildt. "With its beautiful packaging, Playsam makes an ideal gift; it is for the sophisticated customer with an understanding and appreciation for the unique and well made," Deepa Dadlani, president of VICI Enterprises (exclusive North American Distributor of Playsam), told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24250 (added 6/29/2009) . 24" My First Train From: MAPLE LANDMARK WOODCRAFT CO. Other products from MAPLE LANDMARK WOODCRAFT CO.
Age Range: 2 to 5 SKU or Item #: 73110 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Crafted from sustainably harvested, local hardwood maple, this train includes 6"-long cars, fat wheels and an easy to connect "knuckle hitch." Each car is sanded super smooth to the touch and has engraved detailing. No finishes or chemical coatings are used. As an added bonus, the train comes with a "pull stick" to make the whole train a pull toy. "The train is designed for the 3 years and under. There are very few products on the market that for that age group," Barbara Rainville, marketing manager for Maple Landmark Woodcraft, told TDmonthly. This product received a 2009 Preferred Choice Award, Classic Wooden Toys Category, from Creative Child Magazine. Launch date: January 23, 2009. — Maple Landmark wooden trains are a big hit at Moon Rabbit Toys in Santa Fe, N.M., Owner Shana Hack told TDmonthly in June 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24249 (added 6/29/2009) . Simple ABC Blocks From: MAPLE LANDMARK WOODCRAFT CO. Other products from MAPLE LANDMARK WOODCRAFT CO.
Age Range: 102 to 8 SKU or Item #: 73075 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Crafted from locally harvested hardwood maple, this set of 16, 1 3/4" blocks can spell more than 250 words, phrases and names. Each letter is engraved using a clean, simple font for ease of reading. The Simple ABC Blocks are sanded smooth to the touch but left unfinished for a truly eco-friendly toy. They are made in Vermont. Launch date: January 25, 2009. Awards: 2009 Creative Child Magazine Toy of the Year Award, Classic Wooden Toys category. — Any kind of stacking alphabet blocks, no matter the maker, do well for James Dello Stritto, manager of Magic Box, Ltd., in New Orleans. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24248 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 8 and up SKU or Item #: 06 Launch Date: June 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This addictive puzzle is currently available on all major mobile phone cariers in the USA and on Iphone Worldwide. It is also available daily in the USA TODAY newspaper in a daily puzzle. Txtpert the card game works exactly the same way as all the other brands. Launch date: June 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24246 (added 6/29/2009) . Go Green With Me From: THE LITTLE ENVIRONMENTALISTS LLC Other products from THE LITTLE ENVIRONMENTALISTS LLC
 Age Range: 3 to 7 Launch Date: March 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Kids can join EnviroGirl as she learns about saving the environment. "In Go Green With Me," parents and children will learn simple, eco-friendly tips that will help protect the planet. From recycling and solar power to worm composting and so much more, "Go Green With Me" is designed to make these important lessons fun to read and learn. The company's books are printed on 100-percent recycled paper with 100-percent post-consumer waste that is processed chlorine-free, using environmentally friendly inks/toner. This book received a 2009 Book of the Year award from Creative Child Magazine. Launch date: March 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24247 (added 6/29/2009) . Alley Loo (A Spooky Swamp Tale) From: DRAGONFLY PUBLISHING Other products from DRAGONFLY PUBLISHING
 Age Range: 2 to 8 Launch Date: April 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
"ALLEY LOO: A Spooky Swamp Tale" is the children's picture book written by C. E. Walz. It was the winner of the "2008 DFP Award for Best Children Book" manuscript. "Written in a delightful rhyming style, ALLEY LOO takes children on a spooky tour of the swamps of the southeastern United States. It was illustrated in full-color by Pamela Wedel, who also did the artwork for 'GRIZZELDA GORILLA,' the EPPIE 2008 Best Children's Book," Terri Branson, publisher for Dragonfly Publishing, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24245 (added 6/29/2009) . The Jimmies' Trying Funny Stuff DVD (and Bonus Live Audio CD) From: PLUCKYPEA INC. Other products from PLUCKYPEA INC.
 Age Range: 2 to 12 Launch Date: September 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This DVD includes six award-winning music videos, a 45-minute live concert, six karaoke videos, an in-depth, behind-the-scenes "Film 101" documentary, and a bonus 45-minute live audio concert CD. Launch date: September 29, 2009. Awards: 2010 Parents' Choice Gold Award; 2009 Independent Music Awards Best DVD of the Year ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24244 (added 6/29/2009) . Age Range: 5 and up SKU or Item #: 49 52907 02100 7 Launch Date: December 2009 Gender: Girls
Girls can make their own bracelets, hair ornaments and flower bouquets with fun snapping blocks in pretty pastel colors. The 260-piece Hobby Kit Flower comes with an instruction guide to make 12 interchangeable models from seven types of blocks. "LaQ is an innovative construction toy block with a patent for the cleverly angled block pieces which allow a child to create flat, two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and spherical objects from just seven types of blocks! The infinite possibilities of creating geometrical shapes through play is highly educational and enjoyable for children and adults," Mo Saeki, manager, overseas division, Yoshiritsu Co., told TDmonthly. Launch date: December 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24243 (added 6/29/2009) .
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