October 2008 Notable Toys — Wooden Toys

When precision wooden shapes and vibrant color meet, expect nothing less than masterwork. Twig features natural wood, carved with care and colored with brilliance. Light plays its way through the windows of Twig - illuminating lines, contours, space and arrangement, opening the mind and imagination to new exercises in visual spatial development. Each Twig set consists of 72 wooden pieces; all are compatible with one another. The interactivity between components means limitless combinations in open-ended play. Launch date: February 2009.

Teach the value of saving with these wooden animal banks for a young child. High quality, solid hardwood bank with six different animal shapes to choose from.

This system utilizes TAG’s unique toy design that teaches counting in a concrete, active and enjoyable way. 10 interchangeable number plates can be placed individually into the top of the counting box. Child places pegs into the holes next to the number while counting aloud, first with help, then alone. When the count is complete the child pulls the knob on the side of the box and the pegs come tumbling down. With this reward the child will repeat the activity with a given number over and over again, eventually practicing each number and becoming aware of the concrete quantity associated with the numerical symbol.

Young minds are ready to spell before the hand is ready to write. This giant alphabet puzzle contains letters in bright primary colors. Letters are raised above the surface of the puzzle board, for easy removal and fitting. TAG's unique spelling tray allow the child to stand up letters and build words by copying word cards provided with the puzzle.

Easy-stand, extra large dominos are designed for little hands to easily manipulate. The uniquely designed base and pitch of each domino helps the small child stand them up easily, with little frustration and yet when pushed they will come crashing down upon each other. Children will find many ways to design and stack the dominos using bridge and stairs.
Awards: A TDmonthly Classics Award for being an all-time favorite toy.

These authentic wooden toboggan are made with maple Wood from Northern United States and Canada. Available from 4 to 8 feet in a multitude of colors, made to last more than 50 years.

This all-around edge train promotes sound reception, sorting & stacking abilities, body movements and balancing. By pressing the first bogie, a child can enjoy a full 20 seconds of locomotive sound.The train measures 11 x 51 x 12 cm.

These dolls are carefully selected and individually inspected.