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July 2010 Notable Toys — School Supplies Squishlanders are fun, 3/4" rubbery animals in a plastic capsule that can be found in more than 300,000 vending machines around the world. The squishie characters were first introduced 4 years ago as Pet Friends, and more than 55 million of the little creatures have been sold since that time. Each Sqwishlander comes with a code for access to a new kid-friendly virtual world, www.Sqwishland.com. — Squishies pencil toppers were on the top-10 best-seller list at Totally Thomas Toy Depot in San Diego in July 2010. “They are the hottest trend in Southern California as of this spring,” President Cynthia Wyatt told TDmonthly. “’Regulars’ and ‘Rares’ — they collect them all!” ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29827 (added 7/28/2010) . Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Age Range: 3 and up Launch Date: May 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
This plush rabbit is designed to store pencils and other school or office supplies. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29789 (added 7/28/2010) . These backpacks, lunch bags and boxes are available in 12 assorted tie dye colors and appliques. Backpacks version 1- $19 Backpacks version 2- $20 Backpacks version 3- $20 Lunch Box-INSULATED version 1- $12.50 Lunch Box-INSULATED version 2- $12.50 Lunch Bag- INSULATED- $10 ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29081 (added 6/23/2010) . Musical Chairs The Card Game From: PB&J TOY COMPANY, INC. Other products from PB&J TOY COMPANY, INC.
 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 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: 2113 Launch Date: September 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
In this card game, when a player gets four-of-a-kind in his hand, it is just like the music stopping in a traditional round of musical chairs. The player grabs a chair and all other players react and grab for a chair, too. There is one less chair than the number of players in the round and the player without a chair is out. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28973 (added 6/18/2010) . Age Range: All Ages Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: United States SKU or Item #: 2181JC Launch Date: January 1998 Gender: Boys And Girls
This easel is designed for smaller spaces or paper. It comes with a standard hardboard panel, and has optional acrylic, chalkboard and Write-n-Wipe panels. The maple frame is 46" high while the adjustable work panel measures 24" x 24". Awards: GREENGUARD indoor air quality certified. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28910 (added 6/16/2010) . Animal Staple Free Stapler From: KIKKERLAND DESIGN INC. Other products from KIKKERLAND DESIGN INC.
 Age Range: 3 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Gender: Boys And Girls
This environmentally friendly plastic stapler is designed to be kid-safe and comes in dog and cat versions. It eliminates the need for staples by cutting out tiny strips of paper and using the strips to stitch up to five pieces of paper together. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28898 (added 6/15/2010) . Age Range: All Ages Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: United States SKU or Item #: 0289JCWW Launch Date: March 2007 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Rainbow Accents 2 Station Easel is designed to foster children's creativity. Write-n-Wipe easel panels come standard with this 25.5" x 20" x 46" easel unit; acrylic and chalkboard panels are optional. Clips and paint trays are included. Awards: GREENGUARD indoor air quality certified. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28885 (added 6/14/2010) . Age Range: 5 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Launch Date: June 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
The 24-count, beach-themed Sillybandz pack includes Message in a Bottle, Crabs, Palm Trees, Sail Boats, Surfers and Seashells. These bands are UV activated and change color under sunlight, and can be collected, worn, or traded with friends. Launch date: June 2010. — Diane Gervais, manager of Amato’s Toy & Hobby in Middletown, Conn., described Silly Bandz as “hotter than hot” in May 2010. — Mike DiAndrea, manager of Hardware Center Inc. in Paoli, Pa., told TDmonthly in late spring 2010 that his store sells 1,500 Silly Bands monthly. Other retailers from the 13 of 43 that named the product as an overall best seller, cited sales of anywhere from dozens to hundreds of packs per month. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28817 (added 6/10/2010) . Age Range: 4 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Gender: Boys And Girls
Each of these colorful erasers measures about 1.25" and resembles a fruit-filled jar of jam. The jam erasers are made in Japan and are sold separately or in a themed pack. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28802 (added 6/8/2010) . Age Range: 4 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Gender: Boys And Girls
Each of these colorful erasers measures about 1.25" and includes a removable pencil sharpener backpack. The teddybear erasers are made in Japan and are sold separately or in a themed pack. — Iwako erasers were best sellers at Dancing Bear Toys in Asheville and Hendersonville, N.C., in summer 2010. “These are so cute!” owners and sisters Sarah and Erika Evers told TDmonthly. “They are also inexpensive, and they pop apart and are like puzzles.” ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28801 (added 6/8/2010) .  Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) These tiny puzzle erasers feature cute cow faces and bright pastel accents. — In a June 2010 survey, three of 40 retailers told TDmonthly that Iwako erasers are a best-selling product. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28779 (added 6/7/2010) .  Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Available in pastels, these pig erasers are collectible and have removable puzzle parts. — Iwako erasers were best sellers at Dancing Bear Toys in Asheville and Hendersonville, N.C., in summer 2010. “These are so cute!” owners and sisters Sarah and Erika Evers told TDmonthly. “They are also inexpensive, and they pop apart and are like puzzles.” ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28778 (added 6/7/2010) . Age Range: 4 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Gender: Boys And Girls
These small, dessert-themed erasers with removable parts are available as a group and in single packs. — Twelve percent of 43 specialty retailers named Iwako erasers as a best seller in May 2010. — Karlene Rearick, owner of The Alphabet Garden in Cheshire, Conn., told TDmonthly in spring 2010 that Japanese novelty erasers are their “top seller.” Owner Molly McMullin of Twirl in Ranchos de Taos, N.M., cited sales of at least 100 units a month. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28774 (added 6/7/2010) . Spy Scope 3-in-1 Telescope / Microscope / Magnifier From: C & A SCIENTIFIC Other products from C & A SCIENTIFIC
 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) SKU or Item #: TT-31 Gender: Boys And Girls
Model TT-31
This easy to use three-in-one (Microscope, Telescope, and Magnifier) is ideal for the budding Spy or Scientist. Get bright, sharp images without blurry edges around the viewing area with these high quality optical lenses. This unique, slick, lightweight multi-use instrument is also great for sports fans, spy enthusiasts, or bird and animal watchers. Features:
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28764 (added 6/4/2010) .  Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) SKU or Item #: SEK-01 Gender: Boys And Girls
Packed in a full color box, this kit is ideal for budding scientists, homeschoolers, hobbyists and school projects. Includes an experiment book and supplies to perform these and many more experiments in Temperature, Osmosis, Sound, Light, Gravity, Density, and more:
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28763 (added 6/4/2010) .  Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) SKU or Item #: BUGV-02 Gender: Boys And Girls
View bugs up close with this device. The viewer allows you to observe your bug from the top or from the bottom. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28762 (added 6/4/2010) . Green Chalk Board From: CRESTLINE MANUFACTURING CO Other products from CRESTLINE MANUFACTURING CO
Age Range: All Ages Target Age Range: 5 to 13 Gender: Boys And Girls
Chalk boards convey a classic look at home or school and have many modern applications. They are great classroom learning tools, and have many business and recreational uses as well. — This product is a best seller at Neely's in South L.A. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28694 (added 5/28/2010) .  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: 4 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: LD-100GP Launch Date: April 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Little D backpack is made of 100-percent polyester, with mesh lining and a PU black accent piece on the front flap. It includes an iPod holder, bottle holder and cell phone holder, along with two zipper pockets and one Velcro pocket. The backpack can also be used as a tote. It is "light weight, but still stylish and functional," Diaper Dude Administrative Assistant Stephanie Moore told TDmonthly. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28686 (added 5/27/2010) .  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: 4 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: LD-102D Launch Date: April 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Little D backpack is made of 100-percent polyester, with mesh lining and a PU black accent piece on the front flap. It includes an iPod holder, bottle holder and cell phone holder, along with two zipper pockets and one Velcro pocket. The backpack can also be used as a tote. It is "light weight, but still stylish and functional," Diaper Dude Administrative Assistant Stephanie Moore told TDmonthly. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28687 (added 5/27/2010) .  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 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: EI-5099 Launch Date: January 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Hydroponics Lab gives a 360 degree view of growing plants, revealing the hidden magic of plant roots with no soil required. This set of three growing tubes is a mess-free way to explore hydroponics. Transparent seed baskets provide a few seedlings growing both up and down. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28677 (added 5/27/2010) .  These pens are carved from wood and painted in vibrant colors to depict a wide variety of fun animals. — “We carry a ton of different animals to choose from. It’s not your typical ink pen!” said Manager Katie Harris of Key West Toy Factory in Key West, Fla., of these best sellers in May 2010. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28669 (added 5/27/2010) .  The fronts of the 26 colorful cards from the Under the Sea set feature marine life illustrations from Janell Genovese. The backs of the cards include facts about the animals so kids can learn on the go. — Laurie of Double Bugs liked that the flash cards encourage thinking and imagination. She said, “My boys have a blast with these and even made the animal noises to match.” — Dee from Two of a kind, working on a full house found that within a week her son was remembering what he learned from the flash cards. She felt this would give him an advantage when he started preschool. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28610 (added 5/24/2010) . Pathquest From: PATHWAYS FOR LEARNING PRODUCTS INC. Other products from PATHWAYS FOR LEARNING PRODUCTS INC.
 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 to 8 Target Age Range: 6 to 8 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: Taiwan SKU or Item #: M1-107 Launch Date: March 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Developed by an occupational therapist, Pathquest aims to strengthen eye-hand coordination and visual perception through four different quests, with a total of 12 adventures. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28562 (added 5/17/2010) . Shape Builders Stencils From: PATHWAYS FOR LEARNING PRODUCTS INC. Other products from PATHWAYS FOR LEARNING PRODUCTS INC.
 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: 4 to 7 Target Age Range: 3 to 5 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: M1-103 Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Developed by an occupational therapist to improve hand strength and coordination, these stenciling activities are designed to teach the young learner to find the proper shape among similar shapes to develop visual discrimination and visual form constancy. Children will also learn to place the shapes in the correct orientation in order to strengthen visual spatial relationship and closure skills. Working with the stencil encourages good hand strength and bilateral coordination. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28540 (added 5/14/2010) . Snip It! From: PATHWAYS FOR LEARNING PRODUCTS INC. Other products from PATHWAYS FOR LEARNING PRODUCTS INC.
 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 to 6 Target Age Range: 3 to 5 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: M1-101 Launch Date: January 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Snip It! is designed to help young children learn proper scissor skills. Snipping and cutting activities can help develop a child’s eye-hand coordination, adherence to visual boundaries and paper stabilization skills. Awards: 2010 NAPPA Gold. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 28539 (added 5/14/2010) .
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