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What We Found at the ABC Kids Expo in Las Vegas

By Alison Marek & Julie L. Jones

It's the next best thing to being at a trade show: Manufacturers demonstrate their toys for you on TDmonthly Magazine. See what they have to say for themselves ... and their toys, by clicking on the WATCH VIDEO icon. And if you need to contact them, just add them to your Inquiry Basket.

Videography and editing by Alison Marek.

Baby Aglow Angels by AGLOW ANGELS

Baby Aglow Angels,in their soft flannel pajamas and matching hats, are crib safe. When hugged, these little angels sing "Rock-A-Bye-Baby". (Watch the Baby Aglow Angels Video Watch Video) 1/12/2007


Camouflage Super-Soft Clean Shopper by BABE EASE LLC

Camouflage Super-Soft Clean Shopper by BABE EASE LLCThe Camouflage Super-Soft Clean Shopper is the latest way to keep shopping-cart germs away. The Clean Shopper's unique one-piece design covers the entire seating-area of a shopping cart so baby's sensitive skin is not exposed to disease-causing metal. The Super-Soft Clean Shopper comes complete with two toy loops for attaching toys or teethers; two pockets for storing sippy cups, coupons or keys; a safety strap to help baby sit more securely; and a drawstring carrying tote for convenient storage. It is suitable for ages eight months and up. This product is an iParenting Media Award winner. Launch date: 2007. (Watch the Camouflage Super-Soft Clean Shopper Video Watch Video) 9/19/2007 (MSRP: $34.95; Age: 0 and Up)


Baby Banz Sunglasses and Hat by BABY BANZ

Baby Banz Sunglasses and Hat by BABY BANZThis bright pink pair of wrap-around shades offers 100 percent protection from UVA and UVB rays and features durable polycarbonate lenses, as well as an adjustable strap. The sunglasses are packaged with a matching hat with a flower design. (Watch the Baby Banz Sunglasses and Hat Video Watch Video) 7/5/2007 (MSRP: $25.00; Age: 0 to 2)


Mesh Backpack Yellow with Orange Trim by BAZOONGI KIDS

Mesh Backpack Yellow with Orange Trim by BAZOONGI KIDSThese durable Kid's Mesh Backpacks are great for school, travel or everyday fun. Each backpack features an extra outer pocket and removable pencil bag. (Watch the Mesh Backpack Yellow with Orange Trim Video Watch Video) 9/17/2007 (MSRP: $15.95; Age: 3 and Up)


Gator by BIG BELLY BANKS

Gator by BIG BELLY BANKSThis 23" wooden Gator can swallow a lot of coins in his big belly, keeping them safe for that big spend. Gator and his friends are patented and handcrafted in the Adirondacks. They can be personalized upon request. (Watch the Gator Video Watch Video) 9/19/2007 (MSRP: $49.95)


Youth BearHands Mittens by BEARHANDS LTD

Youth BearHands Mittens by BEARHANDS LTDFun, comfy and warm, these Thinsulate-lined, polar-fleece mittens have secret flaps that allow kids to take their hands out without removing their mittens. (Watch the Youth BearHands Mittens Video Watch Video) 7/12/2007 (MSRP: $16.00; Age: 3 to 13)


Kallisto Organic Animal Rattles by CHALLENGE & FUN INC.

Kallisto Organic Animal Rattles by CHALLENGE & FUN INC.This series of 10 ¼”-tall organic cotton soft rattle animals is made in Germany and colored with natural brown cotton and oko-tex-certified color dyes. Launch date: February 2007. (Watch the Kallisto Organic Animal Rattles Video Watch Video) 3/1/2007 (MSRP: $39.50; )


Sandbox Excavator by Childrensneeds.com

Sandbox Excavator by Childrensneeds.comUse the Childrens Needs Sandbox Excavator to help children develop hand-eye coordination along with endurance and precision. Because of how the two handles work together, it takes practice to get the bucket to dig and the load dumped just right. This toy will stimulate the right and left sides of the brain and help develop skills that are used in writing and other fine motor activities, such as sewing or any crafts. (Watch the Sandbox Excavator Video Watch Video) 8/30/2006 (MSRP: $51.99; Age: 3 and Up)


Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen - Baby - 3 oz by DEL-RAY DERMATOLOGICALS

Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen - Baby  - 3 oz by DEL-RAY DERMATOLOGICALSThe physical blockers zinc oxide and titatnium dioxide safely reflect away more than 99 percent of UVA light from baby's delicate skin. It's extremely water resistant and provides more than 30 times the skin's natural protection against UVB rays. Baby Lizard is PABA-, chemical- and fragrance-free. The Smart Bottle packaging turns pink when harmful UVA rays are present, then reverts to its original white under incandescent light. A 5-ounce bottle is also available for $12.50. (Watch the Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen - Baby  - 3 oz Video Watch Video) 6/13/2006 (MSRP: $8.99; Age: All Ages)


Niya by DYNAMIC DESIGNWORKS

Niya by DYNAMIC DESIGNWORKSTwenty-four years ago, Darla Davenport-Powell created a doll for her newborn daughter, Niya. Throughout the subsequent decades, she developed her idea for an interactive doll that could speak and sing in three different languages: English, Spanish and Swahili. Darla appeared on ABC's "American Inventor" show and was one of 12 semifinalists, receiving $50,000 to develop her idea further. The finished Niya changes the language she speaks based on the instrument that's put into her hand. She also has a range of friends that she's met from her travels across the globe. "We're still in the prototype stage and are looking for backers," Hannah Barrell, new business manager for Dynamic Designworks, Inc. , told TDmonthly. (Watch the Niya Video Watch Video) 9/19/2007 (MSRP: $39.99; Age: 3 and Up)


Roll 'n' Go Chalkmat by FLOURISH

Roll These nifty mats fit right in a diaper bag or purse, then roll out to keep kids amused in restaurants or doctors' offices. Inside is a flexible chalkboard surface so kids can draw and erase to their hearts' delight. (Watch the Roll 'n' Go Chalkmat Video Watch Video) 9/19/2007


TOTSPOT Hands-free Childcare Light by GOO-GOO BABY INC.

TOTSPOT Hands-free Childcare Light by GOO-GOO BABY INC.This patent-pending portable LED light clips onto most items up to 1-inch thick and has a special ball-and-socket-style rotating head that pivots like an “eye” in any direction, enabling the user to direct the light. The ergonomic design incorporates safety features such as a countersunk low-voltage LED bulb, screw-on battery cover, secured clip and push-button on/off switch. The LED allows parents to see safely in the dark without creating night blindness, and it can be used for diaper changes, feedings, giving medication, reading and more. It is safe for children 3 and up to use with supervision as a nightlight or for camping or sleepovers. An optional matching lanyard is available. Launch date: June 2007. (Watch the TOTSPOT Hands-free Childcare Light Video Watch Video) 7/31/2007 (MSRP: $8.99; Age: All Ages)


miYim Simply Organic Charlotte by GREENPOINT BRANDS

miYim Simply Organic Charlotte by GREENPOINT BRANDSAll cozy in her colorful jumper, Charlotte has her eyes closed and is ready for bedtime. Her soft hands and feet provide extra comfort, along with that fluffy tummy, to make her a perfect friend for bedtime. The concept of organic refers to the creation of something that originates in nature, a pure product from the environment. Organic products eliminate unnatural herbicides and pesticides, use biodegradable and natural fertilizers, follow crop-rotation standards and soil-management procedures, undergo specific harvesting procedures and have regulated storage procedures. (Watch the miYim Simply Organic Charlotte Video Watch Video) 7/5/2006 (MSRP: $31.95; Age: 0 to 3)


Let's Play by KANE/MILLER BOOK PUBLISHERS

Red Dog, Blue Cat and Yellow Bird are having lots of fun on the playground. Is Blue Cat flying, or jumping on the trampoline? Is Red Dog diving, or hanging from the monkey bars? Is Yellow Bird sleeping, or zooming down the slide? The 24-page book features "cardstock pages that are thick and won't rip or tear, making this a high quality product," Sondra Santos LaBrie, marketing manager at Kane/Miller Book Publishers, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 1, 2007. (Watch the Let's Play Video Watch Video) 5/17/2007 (MSRP: $4.99; Age: 1 to 4)


Multicultural 16" Rag Dolls - Sofia, Lily and Isabelle by KATJAN INC.

Multicultural 16" Rag Dolls - Sofia, Lily and Isabelle by KATJAN INC.These multicultural dolls wear "Best Pals" bracelets and clothes that are removable for added play value. Each doll is limited edition and numbered on its sewn-in label. Sofia features black hair, dark brown skin and black eyes, and is all dressed up in her red polka-dot party dress. Lily has black hair, pale skin and black eyes, and comes dressed in a mint green vintage-patterned dress. Isabelle has dark brown hair, brown skin and dark brown eyes, and is ready for her first day of school in a plaid dress. Launch date: September 2007. (Watch the Multicultural 16" Rag Dolls - Sofia, Lily and Isabelle Video Watch Video) 6/15/2007


Zebra Slumber Sack by KELLY KOUTURE

Zebra Slumber Sack by KELLY KOUTUREThis wild slumber sack is covered in zebra-print fleece, lined in hot pink satin and features a black zipper. Opened, it measures 56" x 68". Closed, it measures 28" x 56". The manufacturer is formerly known as “Woogies.” These high-priced bags were a surprise hit in 2005 for Greg Bonner, 20-year owner of the 40-year-old Heights Toy Center in Little Rock, Ark. (Watch the Zebra Slumber Sack Video Watch Video) 1/16/2006 (Age: 8 to 12)


Toddler Lilybugs by LILYBUGS INC.

Toddler Lilybugs by LILYBUGS INC.These latest Lilybugs bottle and sippy cup holders have more tactile features to stimulate older babies. In addition to new back designs, they also have crinkly ears and some have squeakers to keep babies and toddlers amused as they learn to feed themselves. (Watch the Toddler Lilybugs Video Watch Video) 9/19/2007 (Age: 1 to 4)


Crocodile Xylophone by MEE-SUB ENTERPRISE

Little kids will have an extra attachment to music when they use this cuddly crocodile to bang out a tune. The mallet rests in his throat until little ones are ready to play. The croc is plush and the xylophone is made of wood. Launch Date: 2007. (Watch the Crocodile Xylophone Video Watch Video) 9/19/2007


Sunday School Music Time for Parents and Grandparents by ROBYN DUPUIS ENTERPRISES LLC

Sunday School Music Time for Parents and Grandparents by ROBYN DUPUIS ENTERPRISES LLCThis 56-track record of classic sunday school songs includes “Love, Love, Love, Do Lord,” “The Wise Man” “The Foolish Man” and more. The songs are sung in a simple, clear style so that the entire family can easily learn the words and sing along. (Watch the Sunday School Music Time for Parents and Grandparents Video Watch Video) 9/4/2007 (MSRP: $14.00; Age: All Ages)


Nursery Rhyme Tease Board Book & Matching Tee Sets by TIME OUT SPOTS INC.

Nursery Rhyme Tease Board Book & Matching Tee Sets by TIME OUT SPOTS INC.Created by teacher turned mom, Heather Sievers, Nursery Rhyme Tease is the first children's line to incorporate fashion and literacy. Reading to infants is one of the best ways to encourage their development. Designs now available are Itsy Bitsy Spider, Old MacDonald, Hey Diddle Diddle, Humpty Dumpty, Wheels on the Bus, 5 Monkeys, Twinkle Twinkle, and 3 Little Pigs. There is also a "holiday" design series featuring Halloween, Christmas, Hanukkah, Easter, Valentine's Day, and a great Patriotic design that works for the 4th of July & Memorial Day. The new "Color Me Tease" sets come with fabric markers too and allow little ones to color their own tee. Launch date: September 07 (Watch the Nursery Rhyme Tease Board Book & Matching Tee Sets Video Watch Video) 9/18/2007 (MSRP: $25.00; Age: 0 to 6)


Children's Buddy Computer Desk for 1 or 2 Kids by WILD ZOO

ChildrenA computer desk designed especially for kids, this desk comfortably fits one or two children ages 2 to 10 years old on the extra large 30.5” wide seat.  Deep enough for a full size desktop computer with solid wood legs and frame, sturdy laminated top with rounded corners and dent resistant edge banding.  The attached seat means that the desk always has a chair with it and the seat won’t tip over.  Available optional Hutch, and CPU/Printer Stand adds extra flexibility.  36” deep (including seat) by 44.5” wide by 23” tall. (Watch the Children's Buddy Computer Desk for 1 or 2 Kids Video Watch Video) 7/29/2005 (MSRP: $209.00; Age: 2 to 10)


WJ Fantasy - Cuddly Bears Soft Building Blocks & Board Book by BABALU INC.

WJ Fantasy - Cuddly Bears Soft Building Blocks & Board Book by BABALU INC.Through simple vignettes in this chunky 24-page board book, and on each side of the five 6" x 5 1/2" x 5" soft blocks, children learn about joyful playing, friendship, caring for others, sharing, helping and other positive qualities that warm the heart. A soft carrying case is included. $100 minimum wholesale order. Launch date: September 1, 2007. (Watch the WJ Fantasy - Cuddly Bears Soft Building Blocks & Board Book Video Watch Video) 9/19/2007 (MSRP: $25.00; Age: 1 and Up)








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