September 2012 Notable Toys — All

Our Activity Blankie is perfect for busy mothers as baby will stay active and engaged. It’s a blankie that’s snuggly, bubbly, squishy and squeaky all in one. The precious bear, star and moon will bring joy and delight to little ones. Launch date: March 2012.
Awards: 2012 Seal of Excellence - Creative Child Magazine

This gorgeous, luxe duo is hard to resist; its a blankie for life on-the-go. It’s a toy storage, pouch-pillow and blanket all in one, sure to make nap time cozy just about anywhere. Launch date: March 2012.
Awards: 2012 Kids Product of the Year - Creative Child Magazine

With a bounce of up to 75 feet, Sky Ball is the World’s Highest Bouncing Ball. Imagine how high it can bounce if it's hit with a bat. 100 feet? 200 feet? Try up to 300 feet. That’s right, kids can hit Sky Ball out of the park with Sky Bouncin’ Baseball, the farthest hitting plastic bat. And the extreme bounce of Sky Ball takes the game of baseball to a whole new level. Practice hits? No problem, just bounce Sky Ball on the ground and kids’ve got bouncing T-Ball. Sky Bouncin’ Baseball bats come in bright Blue, sporty Green, hi-tech Silver, and glowing Red with matching Sky Balls. Launch date: January 2010.
Awards: 2010 CNBC Sports Toy of the Year

The Maui Jr Sky Ball Golf ball can travel up to 300 feet. It’s the farthest hitting Sports Training Golf Set in the world. The Maui Toys Sky Ball Jr Golf Set  is the best Junior Sports Training golf set that money can buy. It develops hand eye confidence for junior athletes by simulating the experience of long drives, just like a pro. And because it’s made for junior athletes, Sky Ball Jr Golf sets come in bright Orange, Red, and  Blue. Launch date: January 2012.

Sky Ball Soccer puts hyper charged into soccer. It makes a kid feel like a pro. They can kick Sky Ball®Soccer 100 meters (or about 100 yards), the length of a soccer field. This means kids can kick Sky Ball Soccer from goal to goal with one strike. In addition, when they bounce Sky Ball Soccer it can bounce up to 75 feet. The hyper action alone brings a new twist to the game. The combination of the highly guarded secret Sky Ball material, as well as the air and helium pressurization make Sky Ball Soccer perform like no other junior ball. Sky Ball Soccer can be used in all weather conditions. It won't ever get water logged or affected by ice cold weather. Launch date: January 2012.

Enhance the imaginary world of children and explore the outdoors with Yetitoy, a ride-on fantasy creature from a far-off land. Customize Yetitoy with additional accessories; horns, saddle or ears. (sold separately). Launch date: September 2012.

Unique, golf theme bedding that creates an exclusive nursery for a budding golf star. Sunny peach, blue and soft  green colors with golf appliques and the softest trim bring an unparalleled comfort and style to a baby's room. This 7 piece set  includes a beautiful comforter and bumper, fitted sheet, and crib skirt, diaper stacker and pillow with separate pillowcase. Launch date: 2012.

Sky Ball Football puts hyper charged into Football. It makes a kid feel like a pro. They can throw the ball up to 80 yards and kick it 75 yards. When Sky Ball Football lands, it can bounce 15 feet in the air making Sky Ball Football a highly active ball. The action alone brings a new twist to the game. The combination of the Sky Ball material, the air and helium pressurization and its aerodynamic design, Makes Sky Ball Football perform like no other junior ball. Sky Ball Football can be used in all weather conditions, it is even great for use in the water. It won't get water logged or affected by ice cold weather. Sky Ball Football will make kids feel like a budding pro and bring new fun and action like they have never enjoyed before. Launch date: January 2012.

Join Puff and friends in the magical land of Honalee.  Act out the story with these stand-up puzzle pieces.  Story is printed on back of puzzle board for adult to read as child plays.  A classic, beautifully constructed, wood puzzle fitting of this timeless tale.  6 puzzle pieces and  board are made from premium birch ply-wood. Map of Honalee, Puff and Friends are printed directly to the wood for a nostalgic look and added durability. Launch date: August 2012.

A classic, beautifully constructed, wood jigsaw puzzle fitting of this timeless tale. Display and play. This puzzle is so beautiful that when not in play it makes a fabulous décor addition to your child’s room. Puff and Friends are printed directly to the wood for a nostalgic look and added durability. Images printed on both sides furthers the quality while making the puzzle more challenging. Launch date: August 2012.

Bring imagination to life as child and pull-along Puff frolic through Honalee. Pull and Puff frolics in an up-and-down motion with moving wings. A classic, beautifully constructed, wood pull toy fitting of this timeless tale. Quality solid wood construction; naturally. Launch date: August 2012.

The Kaijudo Battle Decks are the first true test of your Kaijudo abilities: two perfectly matched 40-card decks for duelist training between you and a friend. Each deck comes in a special case replicating actual tablets from the Kaijudo dojo Library and has one of two iconic creatures: Tatsurion the Unchained and Razorkinder Puppet of Miasma Pit. Launch date: June 26th, 2012.
— As of 09/17/2012 this product had 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5 reviews on Amazon.com.

Zither Heaven's Rock-it Stick is a cross between a dulcimer and a guitar. The strings are tuned to D-A-D. Anyone who picks up one of these instruments can make a great sound right away without knowing music.  It is designed to promote interest in music for children and beginners, while experienced musicians can play familiar tunes without hesitation.  The Rock-it Stick features a 23-inch vibrating string length. The neck is made from sustainable native North American solid cherry with nylon frets and steel strings.  Zither pins are used for the tuning keys. The body is made from sustainable native North American solid maple with a Baltic birch back. Made in the U.S.A. from sustainable native North American solid wood. Launch date: February 2011.

Zip-Itz Pillowz came to life after a mysterious machinery malfunction on the Pillow and Linen Assembly Line #316 at the Zany Zipper Factory. They are sleepy and scrappy little creatures that love to hide treasures in their pockets and love to snuggle up for nap-time. Launch date: August 2012.

Antlers for 24 Christmas gifts. Christmas countdown calendar for kids and adults. Handmade, danish design. Launch date: October 2012.

Plus-Plus is a brand new breed of construction toy. Made in Denmark (the land of LEGO!), it is the ultimate in open-ended, imagination-driven simplicity. Each piece is the same shape - two plus symbols joined together - allowing for endless possibility. Available in Basic or Neon colors, and in 100pc, 300pc, 600pc and 1200pc. MSRP from 9.99 to 59.99. Launch date: July 2012.
— In a September 2014 survey, Kai Rady, owner of Shenanigans Inc in Charlottesville, Va., told TDmonthly that Plus Plus is one of the store's best-selling novelty items.

Look, see, play and score...a lot. Add cards to a grid, making sure that color, shape, and number are either all the same or all different across the line. Sounds easy but as the grid expands, so do the possibilities. Whoever sees the opportunities will seize the win. Iota – The pocket-sized game that’s big time fun. Launch date: September 2012.
Awards: 2012 Mensa Select
— In a Fall 2013 survey, two out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that Iota was their best-selling card game.

Shopping Cart Covers help keep baby’s Germ-Free. Our Unique Elmo and Cookie Monster designs, make riding in the shopping cart fun. A "Must-Have" for all New Parents. Features sewn-in pockets for drinks and toy loop to attach their favorite toys. Thick padding makes riding in the ELMO Shopping Cart Cover comfortable and FUN. Great for Restaurant High Chairs too. Machine Washable. Sesame Street is the Most Well-Known Children's Program (81% Aided Program Awareness). Launch date: February 2012.

Our Truck activity table will drive any boy wild. The table top has roads, road signs and train tracks for boys to drive their toy trucks and trains. 4 different Truck Chairs make the adorable play set complete. 36”diameter, 18” H. Launch date: June 2000.

A toy chest that will be treasured as much as the treasures it holds. A lizard and dragonfly accent this playful toy chest, made of birch veneer and finished in colorful lime green and orange stains. Wave-shaped lid is made of solid hardwood finished in green stain. Safety hinges and gap under the lid prevent little fingers from getting pinched. Larger than most toy boxes, this sturdy chest measures 32”L x 18”W x 17”H. Launch date: June 2000.
Awards: 2002 Pinnacle Award, ASFD "Best Children's Furniture Design"

A toy chest that will be treasured as much as the treasures it holds. A big tow truck accents this toy chest, made of birch veneer and finished in blue, orange and red accent stains. Wave-shaped lid is made of solid hardwood finished in red stain. Sides have truck shaped cut-outs. Safety hinges and gap under the lid prevent little fingers from getting pinched. Larger than most toy boxes, this sturdy chest measures 32”L x 18”W x 17”H. Launch date: September 2003.
Awards: 2002 Pinnacle Award ASFD

Crossword Cubes is a unique word spelling dice game. Roll all 13 dice and play them in a crossword fashion to create the highest score possible. A combination of crosswords and anagrams, this fun, compact, educational game is great for travel, gifts, stocking stuffers, and sharpening up your spelling. Portable and fun, Crossword Cubes is one of a kind. Launch date: 2010.

Pride & Prejudice Trivia is a fun trivia game based off the novel by Jane Austen. Game includes 300 trivia cards, including 8 bonus Jane Austen trivia questions, score pad, die. Test your knowledge of the book while having fun. Do you know how long Mr. Bingley looked at Netherfield before letting it? If you do, wish you did, or know someone who might, this is the perfect gift. Launch date: May 2010.

Appeteethers are fun, safe, patented teethers that are unlike any others on the market. They come in silly shapes including Chompin' Chicken Wing and a Baby-Q Rib, and are non-toxic, BPA-free, PVC-free, lead-free, and phthalate-free. They are made of silicone and have great texturing to help massage sore gums. Kids love chewing away on these, and parents get a kick out of watching them. Exceeds Consumer Product Safety Compliance Standards. Non-Toxic, BPA-Free, PVC-Free, Lead-Free, Phthalate-Free. Launch date: December 2010.