TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Wooden Toys Product Category

Pony "Lucky" by NIC TOYS

The low seat allows children as young as two to safely climb onto the pony by themselves. The feet are safely placed on the entirely enclosed rocker. The 67cm x 30cm x 42cm rocker’s footplate can even be removed and used as a seesaw. 1/18/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ball Track by NIC TOYS

Unlike many conventional building bricks, these building bricks allow kids to build structures that will resist caving in. The set includes 68 building pieces. 1/18/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Anamalz Rhino by HAPE

Amusing faces and poses make Anamalz simply irresistible. The Australian-designed animals can be moved to look left, right and run or stand on their legs and perform. Each animal is made of renewable wood and textiles and are entirely environmentally-friendly and child safe. Launch date: February 2008.
Awards: Dr. Toy 10 Best Creative Products for 2011; Dr. Toy 100 Best Children’s Products for 2011.
— “No two pieces of Anamalz are the same, as each are handcrafted from grained wood, resulting in individual toys of character and originality,” Robin Lehnert of HaPe International told TDmonthly. “In addition, every animal also bears a unique code on the bottom of one of their feet, allowing the proud new owner to register the toy online, name the animals and print out a personal certificate.”
THIS PRODUCT IS NO LONGER SOLD BY HAPE ( Watch Video) 1/3/2008 (Price: $5.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Color Flutter Butterfly by HAPE

The wings of the whimsical Color Flutter Butterfly contain eight pockets to catch eight matching balls using the magnetic wand in this hand-held magnetic marble maze. There are no small loose parts because the balls stay put behind the wipe-clean Lucite cover. This maze is the perfect size for on-the-go fun and it stows easily in a bag or backpack. Launch date: February 2008.
— “Use of the wand in tracing the balls is a healthy activity in developing pre-reading skills,” Robin Lehnert of HaPe International told TDmonthly. 1/3/2008 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

notNeutral Wood Blocks by NOTNEUTRAL

The set consists of 12 1-3/4” cube blocks, arranged in a wood tray. Each side features red and black graphics of flora, fauna, letter and number. Basic equations can be solved using the two-tone graphic numbers face while the apples and season-patterned faces form a three-faced puzzle. Launch date: January 2007.
— “This set of wooden blocks is not just for children. The multi-faceted pieces turn the concept of the traditional alphabet block set on its head by featuring an array of multi-functional patterns and colors,” notNeutral Designer Chiaki Kanda told TDmonthly. 12/28/2007 (Price: $38.00)

Ballpark Classics™ Baseball Game by BALLPARK CLASSICS, INC.

This arcade-style baseball game of skill and strategy is made in America and designed for all lovers of baseball. Easy to learn and rewarding to master, this table-top baseball game has the real feel of pitching and hitting and features the timeless charm and character of classic ballparks in a detailed 1-inch-to-18-foot scale-model setting. The game can be played alone, head-to-head or on teams. "Ballpark Classics draws people together for a great, authentic experience that's fast and fun and plays like real baseball," Doug Strohm, president of Ballpark Classics Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: December 2007. ( Watch Video) 12/26/2007 (Price: $249.00)

Tic - Tac - Ku by MAD CAVE BIRD GAMES LLC

This is an all-new game with a great twist on an old favorite. It features a solid wood playing board and 81 marbles in two colors, taking tic-tac-toe to a new level of fun, skill and strategy. Played on a nine-square board, your play dictates where your opponent(s) can play. It is for two or four players, and the person or team that captures five ( or the majority) of squares wins. 12/20/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ColorKu Expansion Puzzle Packs by MAD CAVE BIRD GAMES LLC

NEW!  ColorKu expansion puzzle card packs now available in three great ways.  Each new pack contains 104 all new puzzle cards and a solutions book.  Pack 1 contains all easy/beginner level puzzles; Pack 2 contains all advanced/more difficult puzzles, and Pack 3 contains puzzle cards in all five levels of difficulty.  Sugg retail:  $9.95 12/20/2007 (Price: $9.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wood Building by BOJEUX INC.

This creative wood kit allows you to build your own truck, train and building.  Included with the kit are easy to follow instructions. It enables the children to develop their motricity skills along with creativity. 12/17/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Xtreamliner Cab - Lime-Yellow by PLAYSAM

This playful wooden rendition of a convertible has a shiny, smooth finish and also comes in lightning blue and black. “With its perfect blend of practical engineering and award-winning design, Playsam product appeals to both the left and right brains of the young and the younger alike,” a Playsam representative told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2003. 12/14/2007 (Price: $50.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

On the Building Site by FAGUS HOLZSPIELWAREN

The On the Building Site line includes a crane, conveyor belt, container truck, excavator, wheel loader, dumper trailer and dumper truck. The vehicles range in size between 13” and 38”. 12/11/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Marble Run by FAGUS HOLZSPIELWAREN

The wooden track set from Germany includes four marbles and one bell disc. Easy to assemble and dissemble, the portable track can be easily stored and transported. It can even be mounted on the wall. When assembled, the track measures over 21” x 27” in size. 12/11/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cash with Calculator by ESTIA HOLZSPIELWAREN

The battery operated wooden cash register is fully functional, allowing little vendors to play “grocery store” more realistically. During play, children will enhance their basic math skills. The calculator measures 7-3/10” x 7-3/10” x 4” and comes with a built-in paper receipt roll. 12/11/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Waddling Badger Dog by ESTIA HOLZSPIELWAREN

The wooden pull-along Dachshund features a flexible body, allowing all wheels to stay on the ground, even on an uneven surface. The pull toy measures 13-4/5” x 7-1/5” x 4”. 12/11/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Teddy Bear Spoons by THE VERMONT SCROLLER

Each wooden spoon features a teddy bear shape at the top of the handle. Both playful and functional, the set includes four all-wood spoons. 12/7/2007 (Price: $15.00)

Moose Bookends by THE VERMONT SCROLLER

Both wooden bookends feature a cut out moose shape. The bookends are perfect for both display and for organizing books. 12/7/2007 (Price: $25.00)

Building Blocks Cordoba by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

Stacking can be lots of fun. The colors and forms of these building blocks are especially pretty and the small structures inspire even adults. The blocks are made of beechwood with a base dimension of 1.5". The Cordoba set, which can be combined with HABA building blocks, has 16 pieces, which include rattles, bells, mirrors and a prism. They are made in Germany.
– “HABA … just straight across the board, we sell something every day,” Dennis Hofsetter, owner of The Toy Store in Atlanta, Ga., told TDmonthly.
– “Our best-selling wooden company is HABA,” Steven Aarons, co-owner of Barston’s Child's Play in Baltimore, told TDmonthly.
– Over 14 percent of retailers who spoke with TDmonthly in early 2008 named HABA’s building blocks as their stores’ best-selling wooden toy item. 12/7/2007 (Price: $40.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Arranging Game Paletti by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

Who makes which pattern where? Paletti is just the thing. Shapes in three different depths makes for unusual relief effects. 36 pieces. Made of beechwood. Frame approx. 10" x 10". 12/7/2007 (Price: $40.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Toddler Zoom by CAMDEN ROSE

Pint-size people just love to interact and witness their effect on an object. Little hands can send this car zooming. Created from maple or cherry, the 4” x 2.5” Toddler Zoom has simple birch wheels and a solid body. A non-toxic finish protects and brings out the beauty of the grain. Packed 5 to a case, wholesale. 12/7/2007 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wooden Elephant by ESTIA HOLZSPIELWAREN

This hardwood push toy for toddlers is oiled for a natural finish. The head of the elephant sways when the toy is pushed. 12/6/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Collectible Pirate Bookends by SCRUNCALLI DUNCHIE

Rocco’s Pirate Bookends are the first in a series of high-end, pirate-themed statutes with a purpose. Not just something cool to look at, these pirates add fun and elegance to home décor. Great for any decorative theme, from the office or study to a child’s room, these bookends are truly for audiences of all ages. “These are highly detailed and ultra realistic, telling a whimsical story and sparking the imaginations of children big or small,” President Krissie Tartamella of Scruncalli Dunchie told TDmonthly. “Not only are they functioning items, but the sculptures themselves can easily stand on their own.” The pair has a suggested retail price of $175. Launch date: March 2008. 11/30/2007 (Price: $90)

Baby Clacker by MOSSY CREEK WOODWORKS

This Baby Clacker is fashioned from a piece of cherry wood harvested locally from sustainable timber. It is lovingly crafted in the shop on Mossy Creek and makes a gentle rattle when shaken. It has a safe mineral oil finish and is smooth to the touch. 11/27/2007 (Price: $11.30) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wooden Baby Rattle by MOSSY CREEK WOODWORKS

Starting with a single block of wood, this rattle is lovingly fashioned in the shop on Mossy Creek. Baby can enjoy it now, and it can be a treasured keepsake in the years to come. The rattle can be personalized with baby's name and birth date for an additional fee of $6. 11/27/2007 (Price: $19.90) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sassy Earth Brights Spring Bouquet by SASSY

Inspired by nature and suitable for babies 3 months and up, this handcrafted piece features quality hardwoods, select twill, sateen and fleece fabrics, and water-based finishes. It includes components that rattle, crinkle and make a click-clack sound. Launch date: November 2007. 10/17/2007 (Price: $9.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sassy Earth Brights Wooden Trio by SASSY

Inspired by nature and suitable for babies 6 months and up, this handcrafted piece features quality hardwoods, select corduroy and fleece fabrics, and water-based finishes. The product comes in “packaging made from 100-percent recycled paperboard,” Director of Sales Sherri Schiff of Sassy told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2007. 10/17/2007 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]