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November 2010 Notable Toys — School SuppliesBrain Quest Write & Erase Set: Phonics From: WORKMAN PUBLISHING Other products from WORKMAN PUBLISHING
 Age Range: 3 and up Specialty: No Gender: Boys And Girls
This Brain Quest write and erase format is geared to give the earliest learners a leg up on writing, reading, and using number. Featuring an attached pack of 40 large, write-on, wipe-off cards plus a dry-erase pen, each deck teaches a critical skill to help children learn to read before kindergarten. These are practical lessons that are also fun, entertaining, and informative. Phonics teaches early reading with fill-ins for long and short vowels and basic consonant sounds, letter scrambles, complete-the-words, and more. — ''We just got [the Phonics write & erase sets] in, and we sold 18 last month,'' said Gwen Bowden, manager of Doodlehopper for Kids in Springfield, Va. — ''Brainquest work books and cards go the fastest,'' seconded Susan Blanton, owner of Pufferbellies in Staunton, Va. — In a November 2011 survey 2 out of 12 retailers said that Brainquest was their best selling educational item. “Brain Quest (Workman Publishing) has always done well for us," Chris Lowe, owner of Beanhead Toys in Sandy Springs, Ga., told TDmonthly. Mike DiAndrea, manager of Hardware Toys in Paoli, Pa., told TDmonthly that sell about 30 units of Brain Quest each month. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 31225 (added 11/24/2010) . Activa Activ-Clay – Air Dry Natural Clay From: ACTIVA PRODUCTS INC. Other products from ACTIVA PRODUCTS INC.
 Age Range: 5 and up Made in: United States SKU or Item #: 160, 161, 162, 163, 164, 165 Gender: Boys And Girls
Air-Dry modeling material for active hands. Dense, durable, responsive and air-drying, it features fine grain for finer detail and available in white or natural terra cotta color. Carvable, paintable and light weight. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 31111 (added 11/3/2010) .  Age Range: 5 and up Made in: United States SKU or Item #: 505, 510, 554, 555, 556 Gender: Boys And Girls
Activa's Model N' Mold is reusable and non-toxic, with natural color and waterproof properties. This enables the creation of landscapes and models, be painted, and support water such as a river, lake, or moat. Suited for fast dimensional studies, an introductory carving material, as well as producing molds for sand casting. Mold N' Mold is special sand designed for creative use indoors or out. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 31109 (added 11/3/2010) . Sandtastik Sand Scenes – Sailing In The Wind From: SANDTASTIK PRODUCTS, INC. Other products from SANDTASTIK PRODUCTS, INC.
 Age Range: 4 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: Canada SKU or Item #: SET-SAILING Launch Date: July 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
Colored sand scenes from Sandtastik. Peel and add sand. Package contains two die cut 5x7 boards and 6 sparkling sand colors. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30863 (added 10/14/2010) . Sandtastik Rappit Plaster Molding Cloth (4” x 15' Roll) From: SANDTASTIK PRODUCTS, INC. Other products from SANDTASTIK PRODUCTS, INC.
Age Range: 8 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: North America SKU or Item #: RAP4X15 Launch Date: January 1995 Gender: Boys And Girls
Sandtastik Rappit Plaster Molding Cloth is made from safe and non-toxic materials. Ideal for making volcanoes, masks, body castings, sculptures, jewelry, dioramas and more. Simply cut, dip in water, squeeze out excess, and begin to model. From set up to finished craft in minutes. Available in rolls of 4”x15’, 8”x15’, 4”x135’, and 4”x270’. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30862 (added 10/14/2010) . Age Range: 5 to 10 Target Age Range: 5 to 9 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Gender: Boys And Girls
The MathMosis Classroom Kit is an instructional tool which coincides with a school’s already existing math program. MathMosis was designed for kindergarten through third grade classrooms. Supported by research, this math supplemental teaches children to count by multiples through a variety of learning modalities and utilizes a strategy which assists in understanding and memorizing multiplication and division problems beginning at an early age. Kit includes MathMosis Book, MathMosis Mania Games, MathMosis Posters, and MathMosis Music CD. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30659 (added 9/23/2010) . Dots on Black Computer Paper From: CREATIVE TEACHING PRESS Other products from CREATIVE TEACHING PRESS
 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 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: United States SKU or Item #: 1437 Launch Date: January 2007 Gender: Boys And Girls
Kids can use this decorative computer paper to personalize and jazz-up newsletters, announcements, awards, writing center prompts and more! 50 8 1/2" x 11" sheets are included per package. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30372 (added 9/1/2010) . Take Care of the Earth Bookmarks From: CREATIVE TEACHING PRESS Other products from CREATIVE TEACHING PRESS
 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: 6 to 12 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: 0947 Launch Date: January 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
This motivating bookmark is designed for celebrations and reading rewards, with an added bonus message: make a difference by living green. It comes in a pack of 30 bookmarks, so every student can learn about taking care of the environment while reading various books. "These bookmarks not only promote an eco-friendly lifestyle, but are made with 20 to 28-percent post-consumer waste material," Creative Teaching Press Marketing Specialist Lauren Tuculescu told TDmonthly. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30369 (added 9/1/2010) . Classbook Bulletin Board Set From: CREATIVE TEACHING PRESS Other products from CREATIVE TEACHING PRESS
 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: 7 to 11 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: 1486 Launch Date: January 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
Teachers can welcome new students with this back-to-school Web-themed display. Use the colorful pieces to promote an interactive learning environment while introducing students to the latest trend in Internet-based communication. Each bulletin board set includes a “Welcome!” sign, a “Class Web Page” chart, 30 student web page headers and four customizable web buttons. "This product is trendy, and speaks to students on a level they can relate to and enjoy," Creative Teaching Press Marketing Specialist Lauren Tuculescu told TDmonthly. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30365 (added 9/1/2010) . Sandtastik Plaster Molds From: SANDTASTIK PRODUCTS, INC. Other products from SANDTASTIK PRODUCTS, INC.
 Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Dropship Available?: (Log in to view) Ships From: (Log in to view) Terms: (Log in to view) Age Range: 6 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: SETPLASMOLD Launch Date: January 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
An enjoyable craft project/activity for children and adults. Recommended for use with Sandtastik PlasterMix. 18 unique and reusable Molds per pack. Simply choose the preferred color of plaster, mix the colored plaster with water, pour the mixture into Sandtastik Plaster Molds, wait 30 minutes, and then paint and decorate. Plaster Molds can be re-used over and over again. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30347 (added 9/1/2010) . Sandtastik Modeling Clay From: SANDTASTIK PRODUCTS, INC. Other products from SANDTASTIK PRODUCTS, INC.
 Wholesale Price: (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: Europe SKU or Item #: 6300CLAY3.3LB Launch Date: January 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
Sandtastik Modeling Clay is a premium quality, natural self-hardening clay. This easy-to-use non-toxic colored modeling clay is available in gold, black, white, green, and terracotta colors. Its exceptional plasticity and ultra fine grade allow for fine detail and versatility. Sandtastik Modeling Clay can be used to create a variety of clay projects, including vases, cups, plates and many other types of clay art. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30287 (added 8/26/2010) . The Buddy Files: The Case of the Lost Boy (Book 1) From: ALBERT WHITMAN & COMPANY Other products from ALBERT WHITMAN & COMPANY
 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 10 Target Age Range: 6 to 8 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: United States SKU or Item #: 978-0-8075-0910-4 Launch Date: March 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
"My name is Buddy. I am a dog. I am also a detective." Dog lovers and mystery fans will be swept up in Dori Hillestad Butler’s appealing, easy-reading chapter books. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30273 (added 8/26/2010) . Pedestal Pets - Safari Friends From: INSPIRED DESIGN LLC Other products from INSPIRED DESIGN LLC
 Age Range: 5 to 13 Target Age Range: 5 to 13 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Gender: Boys And Girls
The Safari Friends Pedestal Pets collection includes a gorilla, lion, hippo, and elephant. Pedestal Pets are sets of pencil toppers featuring a variety of animal figures. Each package comes with 4 animal pencil toppers, 4 matching pencils and 4 fun fact trading cards. Children can also go to the Pedestal Pets website and "adopt" their pets and print out coloring pages of all the animals. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30037 (added 8/13/2010) . Pedestal Pets - Barnyard Friends From: INSPIRED DESIGN LLC Other products from INSPIRED DESIGN LLC
 Age Range: 5 to 13 Target Age Range: 5 to 13 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Gender: Boys And Girls
The Barnyard Friends Pedestal Pets collection includes a horse, pig, sheep, and duck. Pedestal Pets are sets of pencil toppers featuring a variety of animal figures. Each package comes with 4 animal pencil toppers, 4 matching pencils and 4 fun fact trading cards. Children can also go to the Pedestal Pets website and "adopt" their pets and print out coloring pages of all the animals. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30036 (added 8/13/2010) . Pedestal Pets - Neighborhood Friends From: INSPIRED DESIGN LLC Other products from INSPIRED DESIGN LLC
 Age Range: 5 to 13 Target Age Range: 5 to 13 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Gender: Boys And Girls
The Neighborhood Friends Pedestal Pets collection includes a cat, turtle, frog, and dog. Pedestal Pets are sets of pencil toppers featuring a variety of animal figures. Each package comes with 4 animal pencil toppers, 4 matching pencils and 4 fun fact trading cards. Children can also go to the Pedestal Pets website and "adopt" their pets and print out coloring pages of all the animals. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30035 (added 8/13/2010) . This magnetic dry-erase boardand chalkboard provides a large work area. Each board includes a clip to hold paper. The set includes four detachable storage bins for holding art accessories and a folding easel for easy storage, and comes with an eraser and 77 magnetic letters and numbers. — As of 8.12.10, this product had 4 out of 5 stars from 130 reviews on ToysRUs.com and was listed No. 6 in best-selling toys and games. PROS: Educational, long-lasting, engaging. CONS: Messy; some parents questioned its quality. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30012 (added 8/12/2010) .  This set includes ten plastic bottles of washable paint designed for children. — As of 8.12.10, this product had 4 out of 5 stars from 11 reviews on ToysRUs.com and was listed No. 8 in best-selling toys and games. PROS: Easy to use and store; long-lasting. CONS: Some parents questioned its quality. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30011 (added 8/12/2010) .  These unicorn erasers have removable puzzle parts so they can be taken apart and reassembled. The collection includes six pastel colors. — In summer 2010, Margy Peine, owner of Tree House Toys in Cumberland, Md., told TDmonthly her store sells about 75 Japanese erasers per month. — Thirteen percent of 38 specialty retailers named Japanese erasers a best-selling product in July 2010. — Linda Laramy, owner of Crackerjacks in Easton, Md., told TDmonthly in an October 2011 survey that they don't sell many tween items other than collectible erasers, which they sell about 4 dozen of each month. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29936 (added 8/10/2010) .  These donut erasers have interchangeable parts that can be removed and reassembled. They come in six colors and are available in "vanilla" and "chocolate" versions. — In summer 2010, nine of 38 specialty retailers told TDmonthly that Japanese erasers are a top-selling collectible item. Nancy Hanson of The Toy Box in Friday Harbor, Wash., cited sales of four to five Iwako erasers each day. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29927 (added 8/9/2010) .  Designed for viewing solid or three dimensional objects rather than glass slides at 20X magnification. Binocular head allows comfortable viewing with both eyes (no more squinting) and built in light illuminates all specimens for premium viewing every time. Real glass optics provide high quality images and battery power makes it portable for outdoor use to explore nature. Also ideal for collectors: view stamps, coins, gems & rocks, etc. Uses 2 AA Batteries (not included). ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29894 (added 8/3/2010) .  This set of 24 crayons comes in a convenient tuck-box and features educator-preferred color selection — As of 8.03.2010, this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 4 reviews on Amazon.com and was #34 in the top 100 best-selling toys and games. PROS: Durable, with a variety of colors. CONS: None listed. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29892 (added 8/3/2010) .
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