Kids can learn about colors, numbers, stacking and nesting with this set of wooden nesting boxes.

The 3D wooden toy features standard woodcraft construction with an added color laminate. Over 21 styles are available, including a giraffe and a dragon. Launch date: February 2008.

The 139-piece puzzle assembles to create a 3D wooden pirate ship. “It’s a fun project that looks awesome when assembled, and even better when painted,” Puzzled Inc. Sales Manager Jay Cohen told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008.

Assembling Size: 6"L x 3.25"W x 13"H

Assembling Size: 11"L x 11"W x 10"H

Assembling size: 8.75"L x 2.5"W x 4.5"H

Assembling Size: 10.5"L x 9"W x 9.5"H

This Glow in the Dark 3-D puzzle kit is fun and easy to assemble. 3-D puzzles are great for both children and adults, providing a fun, educational activity for the entire family. Once assembled, this model provides hours of play and is an excellent collection starter. Building a kit is a fun activity that also improves hand-eye coordination, provides practice in visualization and planning, and encourages creativity. Launch date: January 2007.

This 3D wooden toy is both a puzzle and a plaything.  And, it’s very cool.

This puzzle kit comes complete with everything you need to build your own castle. The designs are already on the puzzle pieces and kids just need to pop them out and begin constructing.