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November 2009 Notable Toys — Award Winners Age Range: 0 to 0 SKU or Item #: ZAK Launch Date: September 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Kangaroo Zak facilitates skin-to-skin contact and is designed to assure safety and comfort of parents and baby (baby will not fall and lines will stay put), maximize the area of contact between the baby and the adult, assures proper positioning, provide containment and sense of security, allow mom or dad to kangaroo "hands free" to read a book or and even fall asleep while kangarooing. It is created to support and complement all the benefits of Kangaroo Mother Care (constant natural temperature, breathing, stable blood pressure, increase of the mother's milk supply) and is made so that moms and dads can hold their babies safely and for longer periods of time. Kangaroo Zak is adjustable and each fits three sizes. It also gives moms coverage so they are not "exposed" when holding their babies. "Kangaroo Zak helps parents show how much they love their babies and it provides a nice and safe transition between womb and world," Yamile Jackson, president and founder of Zakeez, Inc., told TDmonthly. Zakeez received a 2009 Outstanding Women-Owned Business of the Year Award (Small Business Administration - SCORE Foundation). Launch date: September 13, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25143 (added 8/27/2009) . Light 'n Sound Butterfly Book From: TALENTOY FACTORY LTD. Other products from TALENTOY FACTORY LTD.
 Age Range: 1 to 3 SKU or Item #: 001262 Gender: Boys And Girls
This butterfly character design toy comes in a book style with each page of the butterfly wings featuring a different activity. Children can explore all the activities as the butterfly head lights up. Launch date: January 10, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25043 (added 8/19/2009) . Safe Sizer™ Choking Prevention Plate From: MIDWEST MONKEYS Other products from MIDWEST MONKEYS
(Read Review) Age Range: 0 to 4 SKU or Item #: 1000 Gender: Boys And Girls
The Safe Sizer, a colorful child’s plate with a distinctive safety feature, is designed to help parents reduce the risk of their young child choking on food. It incorporates a half-inch diameter raised ring that reminds parents and caregivers of the recommended maximum bite size for kids under 4 who are eating solid foods, and helps them measure it properly. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25032 (added 8/19/2009) . Famous Figures of Ancient Times: Movable Paper Figures to Cut, Color, and Assemble From: FIGURES IN MOTION Other products from FIGURES IN MOTION
(Read Review)  Children can make moving figures of a dozen world-changing individuals from thousands of years ago. Cut-and-color or pre-colored action figures really move as they play out the lives of Julius Caesar, Alexander the Great, King David, Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi (builder of the Great Wall of China), Hannibal (and his elephant!) and others. Their stories are right in the book — or kids can make up their own stories about these historic figures. Launch date: April 15, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25028 (added 8/19/2009) . Age Range: 8 and up SKU or Item #: 00009 Launch Date: September 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Kids can personalize a lovable fabric dog with this kit that includes a stuffed dog (measures 8" from paw to the top of his head and 12" from his snout to the tip of his tail) and a set of permanent fabric markers. Children can use their creativity to create a one-of-a-kind work of art and treasured keepsake, featuring messages, autographs and designs to commemorate a special event, sleepover or graduation. It could even be used as a "guest book" at a party. Launch date: September 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25011 (added 8/19/2009) . Crayola Undersea Adventures Color Stories Interactive DVD From: SCREENLIFE Other products from SCREENLIFE
 Age Range: 3 to 7 Launch Date: June 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
Crayola Color Stories are interactive coloring activities that tell the stories of Jerome, Pedro, Sadie and others from the Undersea Adventures world. Kids progress through the story by coloring on their pages along with the characters on the screen, learning as they go. Activities are randomized so that kids can play Crayola Color Stories again and again. "Interactive DVD story and coloring activities keep children engaged and entertained while they learn," Anita Lavine, director of public relations for Screenlife, told TDmonthly. This product received a 2009 iParenting Media Award and a 2009 Creative Child Award. Launch date: June 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24983 (added 8/19/2009) . Katie's Get Started Pack - Small Necklace Base on Stretch Choker From: MAG-TAGZ DESIGNS LLC Other products from MAG-TAGZ DESIGNS LLC
 Age Range: 5 and up SKU or Item #: MGZ7000 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Girls
Mag-tagz are magnetic “tagz” that can be changed regularly to reflect a girl’s ever-changing mood and style. Mag-tagz begins with a large or a small necklace base that sports a magnetic center. Girls just pop in the tagz that suits the look and mood of the moment, from bees and butterflies to slang and slogans. They can be worn, traded and collected. Mag-Tagz received two 2009 Seal of Excellence Awards from Creative Child Magazine. Launch date: 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24968 (added 8/19/2009) .  Age Range: 0 to 3 Launch Date: February 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
Designed to be every parent's solution for droolers, teethers, eczema, reflux and everyday feeding, Wonder Bibs are made from super-absorbent cotton towelling and have a water-resistant nylon backing. A double-snap adjustable neckline means one bib will last from infant to toddler. The bright color bibs are machine washable and dryer safe. A standard Wonder Bib holds 1/4 cup of water. This product received 2008 iParenting Media Outstanding Product Award, a 2008 iParenting Media Greatest Product Award, and a 2008 Mom's Best Award. Launch date: February 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24886 (added 8/6/2009) . Cash Cache - Beginning Personal Finance Organizer From: MONEY SAVVY GENERATION Other products from MONEY SAVVY GENERATION
 Age Range: 12 and up SKU or Item #: CC-mini Launch Date: March 2004 Gender: Boys And Girls
This planner is designed to help young adults set short- and long-term goals and demystifies the world of banking, investing and credit. It features a 36-page handbook, four sturdy, zippered pouches for saving, spending, donating and investing, convenient storage pockets, and a privacy padlock. It is available in durable ballistic silver nylon. "This personal finance organizer is simple and easy-to-use. ... A perfect product for the current economic environment," Melinda Voelcker, director of operations and marketing for Money Savvy Generation, told TDmonthly in summer 2009. This product has received the following awards: 2004 Parents' Choice Silver Award, 2008 NAPPA Gold Award, and 2008 Product of the Year (Creative Toy Awards) from Creative Child Magazine. Launch date: March 2004. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24863 (added 8/6/2009) . Money Savvy Football Bank From: MONEY SAVVY GENERATION Other products from MONEY SAVVY GENERATION
 Age Range: 4 to 11 SKU or Item #: FOOTBALL Launch Date: December 2006 Gender: Boys And Girls
This distinctive bank has a patented, four-chambered design created to help kids (ages 4-11) and their parents or grandparents begin a conversation about money. It helps teach basic money skills (Fiscal Fitness Training for Money - Smart Kids™) by introducing four choices: SAVE, SPEND, DONATE and INVEST. It is available in brown with white stripes and laces. The Money Savvy Football Bank received a 2008 NAPPA Gold Award and a 2008 Preferred Choice Award from Creative Child Magazine. Launch date: December 2006. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24862 (added 8/6/2009) . Moolah, the Money Savvy Cow Bank From: MONEY SAVVY GENERATION Other products from MONEY SAVVY GENERATION
 Age Range: 4 to 11 SKU or Item #: Moolah-clear Launch Date: November 2004 Gender: Boys And Girls
A cousin to the award-winning Money Savvy Pig® piggy bank, this four-chambered bank is designed to help kids (ages 4-11) and their parents or grandparents begin a conversation about money. It helps teach basic money skills by introducing four choices: SAVE, SPEND, DONATE and INVEST. It is available in clear with black cow spots. "Its unique four-chambered design allows children to deposit their money through four separate slots on the top of the bank — one slot for each money choice — and empty each money chamber individually through the feet on the bank," Melinda Voelcker, director of operations and marketing for Money Savvy Generation, told TDmonthly. It has received the following awards: 2004 Parents' Choice Gold Award and 2008 NAPPA Gold Award (National Parenting Publications Awards). Launch date: November 2004. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24861 (added 8/6/2009) .
A unique patent-pending abdominal wrap design that allows a post-maternal woman to regain her healthy waistline naturally and comfortably with a single wrap. The Cinch comes in two sizes, 26-34” or 33-42”. An internal measuring tape helps to track progress baby weight loss. Front inner pocket feature allows for a warm/cold pack insert. Side zipper allows for ease of wear. Elastic bands in the front and back help with extra support. Compact and light. Designed to be comfortable enough to be worn for hours at one time. Past Videos: Product Demonstration ToyDirectory Product ID#: 24850 (added 8/5/2009) .
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