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

Le Toy Van Lion Heart Castle by HOTALING IMPORTS

This large wooden castle features seven towers, a detailed baseboard with a moat, a wind-up drawbridge and portcullis, a knock-out wall, two flags, a ladder and a winch. 9/28/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jumbo Lacing Shapes by PEPPERELL BRAIDING / HOLGATE TOYS

Jumbo in size...children love lacing these Fun New Shapes. Set includes 12 different shapes in different colors - Heart, Flower, Shamrock, Square, Triangle... and more shapes. 28" cord included - shapes are 2-1/4" in size. Toddlers enjoy playing with both sets at one time. 9/27/2007 (Price: $12.00)

My First Block Wagon by PEPPERELL BRAIDING / HOLGATE TOYS

Great Baby Gift! My 1st Block Wagon is a nice way to start an infant with Holgate toys. 6 brightly colored blocks fit into this 8" long wagon. Everyone loves trains and this whimsical train design screen printed on the side of the wagon will sure fit into every child's room. Each block is 2-1/4" square. 9/27/2007 (Price: $22.00)

Round Top Classic Stool by PEPPERELL BRAIDING / HOLGATE TOYS

Looks great in any room in the house. Wide base prevents tipping. Legs are screwed together, not glued, for extra strength. Many customizable graphic themes. 7" step with a 10" diameter round top. THIS ITEM CAN BE PERSONALIZED. 9/27/2007 (Price: $44.00)

Time Out Chair by PEPPERELL BRAIDING / HOLGATE TOYS

There are time out chairs...and there are TIME OUT CHAIRS! This special chair made out of solid Pennsylvania Black Cherry wood - the World's Finest Cherry - features the angelic bear, and the sad bear. This stool is a GREAT gift for the young toddler - unique design and comfortable. Comes with a convenient book holder on one side. 9/27/2007 (Price: $69.95)

Classic Convertible Step Stool by PEPPERELL BRAIDING / HOLGATE TOYS

A Classic design from the 1950's. Acts as a step stool, then can be changed into a toddler's chair. Lightweight to carry-but sturdy to step/sit on. Holds up to 150lbs. This stool is made from the finest Pennsylvania cherry wood and will be passed down for generations to come. ( Watch Video) 9/27/2007 (Price: $50.00)

Rocky Color Cone by PEPPERELL BRAIDING / HOLGATE TOYS

Classic design first made by Holgate in 1938... and still a favorite today! The rounded wood base is a trademark design of Holgate. There is something appealing about stacking these brightly painted rings! Child is delighted as the cone rocks, spins and topples over spilling the rings. Wood rings make a nice appealing sound when "klacked" together. 4" diameter x 5-1/2" high. ( Watch Video) 9/27/2007 (Price: $18.00)

Classic Neighbohood Trolley by PEPPERELL BRAIDING / HOLGATE TOYS

It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood... a beautifully crafted replica of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Trolley. A full 11" long and 6-1/2" high, this finely detailed trolley comes with four wooden play pieces to help extend children's play. This collectible toy has our lifetime guarantee. The Classic Trolley brings memories to parents and grandparents, it makes a great desktop conversation piece about the Neighborhood and all the good things it stands for. Guess what? (...as children say) it can be personalized! Holgate has been the exclusive maker of the Neighborhood Trolley since 1990. 9/27/2007 (Price: $60.00)

Classic Bingo Bed by PEPPERELL BRAIDING / HOLGATE TOYS

Originally designed and patented by Holgate in 1934. Time-tested pounding board is one of Holgate's most recognized and popular toys. The same size and number of pegs as the original one in 1934. Why change a classic! Sturdy size for the active toddler.. and they will enjoy for hours of play. Includes 8 colorful wooden pegs, 4 different diameter pegs, and hammer. 9/27/2007 (Price: $26.00)

Con-Way Transportation Semi Tractor Trailer by WHITTLE TOY COMPANY

Con-Way Transportation Semi Tractor Trailer: Just introduced this fall, Whittle Toy’s Con-Way Transportation trailer with sleeper cab. This “Big Rig” replica weighs over ¾ of a pound and is nearly a foot long. It’s solid hardwood construction promises years of “Puttin the hammer down” fun. (Price: $24.99) 9/27/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Amtrak Genesis Three Car Set by WHITTLE TOY COMPANY

Amtrak Genesis Three Car Set: Amtrak has been operating our nation’s railroad passenger service since 1971. This Amtrak Superliner three piece set is replicated with outstanding detail and is a perfect addition to any wooden railway system. The set consists of a P-40 Genesis Engine, Baggage Car, and Superliner Coach Car. (Price: $49.99) 9/27/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Little Engine That Could™ Set by WHITTLE TOY COMPANY

The Little Engine That Could™ Set: It’s the train that’s kept rolling since 1930. The train that made the phrase “I Think I Can, I Think I Can,” is a permanent part of our American lexicon and continues to teach us the power of positive thinking. This set consists of five cars: The Little Blue Engine, Yellow Gondola, Red Toy Car, White Milk Car, and Red Caboose.
Awards: A TDmonthly Classics Award for being an all-time favorite toy.
— As of 7/21/2011 this product had 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2 reviews on Amazon.com. 9/27/2007 (Price: $39.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Santa Fe Warbonnet Set by WHITTLE TOY COMPANY

Santa Fe Warbonnet Diesel Set: The Santa Fe Warbonnet design is the most recognized diesel locomotive color scheme in North America. Designed to add a splash of color to the railroad’s new streamliners in the 1930’s, the design was used through the end of Santa Fe’s passenger service, and later re-introduced for inter-model freight service. The set consists of five cars: Santa Fe Diesel Engine, Santa Fe Boxcar, Santa Fe Hopper, Denver & Rio Grande Western Cattle Car, and the Santa Fe Caboose. (Price: $49.99 each) 9/27/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

KAPLA Dual Colors with Artbook by KAPLA USA

The Dual Color Kapla 40-piece Building Set comes with a special Artbook Instruction Book for extra Kapla building pleasure. This set is also a great gift with extra play value for building beautiful Kapla constructions. Kapla is guaranteed SAFE, NON-TOXIC and GREEN. Kapla planks are distinctive in shape and conception for extra special building fun. ( Watch Video) 9/24/2007 (Price: $27.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

KAPLA 100 Piece Building Set by KAPLA USA

The new Kapla 100 piece set carries creative building instructions right on the cover of the attractive new box. The Kapla 100 includes 100 pieces of precision cut marine pine planks. A perfect holiday gift for a broad age range of girls and boys. These unique planks offer stability and grace and hours play value and building fun. Kapla is a super construction toy for everyone. 9/24/2007 (Price: $40.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Playtime Table by TAG TOYS INC.

Large, sturdy yet economical play table. Easy-clean, scratch-resistant table top surface, made of high impact laminate, will stand up to rigors of active child play. Easy assembly-just attach leg sides with 8 screws. 9/20/2007 (Price: $79.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Choo Choo Chest by TAG TOYS INC.

"All aboard who's going aboard!" Transport toys to and from all locations quickly and easily. Solid hardwood construction with sturdy, easy-roll casters for all floor surfaces. Large capacity, fun design and easy for the child to push, pull, turn, and deliver all toys to their destination on time. 9/20/2007 (Price: $115.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mobile Toy Storage Tower by TAG TOYS INC.

Why dig through a large toy box to find a certain toy when you can store, sort, organize, and move just as many toys from place to place with this unique unit. Boxes, with clear view plexiglas windows and convenient handles holes, stack and nest securely to conserve space. Each Box is large enough to hold several toys, yet not too heavy to lift. 9/20/2007 (Price: $79.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tatutina Art Supplies Caddy by TATUTINA INC.

Tatutina's wooden art caddy comes with wheels for fun wheeling around on any table. 6 compartments hold many brushes, pens, pencils, scissors, rulers, you name it! Painted in our fun "art" motif to coordinate with other Tatutina products. All paints are non-toxic (exceeded ASTM safety testing). 9/20/2007 (Price: $25.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tatutina Jungle Animals Peg Board by TATUTINA INC.

Tatutina durable peg boards are made of MDF wood, and painted with non-toxic paints (exceeded ASTM safety testing). Each peg board comes with hardware for easy hanging with a keyhole mount on the back. Fully assembled and coordinates with other Tatutina products. Painted in our bright designs and patterns so its fun for children to hang their clothes! 9/20/2007 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tatutina Kids' Wooden Recipe Box by TATUTINA INC.

This fun recipe box was designed for small children, however, can be used by anyone! Made of durable wood and painted with non-toxic paints (exceeded ASTM safety testing), the lid lifts right to help little fingers and the inside holds over 200 4x6 recipe cards (not included). A recipe card divider is included to help organize those family recipes. 9/20/2007 (Price: $26.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Billy Train by PASTEL TOYS

This handcrafted wooden toy incorporates soft, pastel colors with simple, unsophisticated shapes that are perfect for small hands and bodies. “Pastel Toys are manufactured in the village of Kishorit [in Israel], a non-denominational assisted community for individuals with mental and physical disabilities. Having the opportunity to participate in the production of a Pastel toy helps each resident gain confidence, self-esteem and much-needed occupational skills,” Owner Hila Kostinsky of distributor La-Le Kids’ Imports told TDmonthly. All paints used are lead-free and non-toxic. Launch date: September 2005. ( Watch Video) 9/19/2007 (Price: $65.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Automoblox Mini: T9 Pickup Truck by AUTOMOBLOX

Automoblox Minis are a reinvention of the classic wooden toy car — a fusion of heirloom craftsmanship and ultra-modern styling, transformed into a mix-and-match design system that allows kids to create their own special car styles. This truck features blue wheels and a transparent blue top. “The fact is, there are no similar products. That’s what sets the Minis apart from everything else,” Manager of Public Relations Tina Noelle Mezzina of Automoblox told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2007.
— A smaller version of the original Automoblox, the Minis earned a TDmonthly Top Toy 2007 award by coupling classic wooden design with sleek, colorful modern appeal. Automoblox vehicles drive away with a prize because they have a construction component, feature quality materials, come in various styles, are virtually indestructible and are ideal for both play and display. 9/19/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Snow Ball by COLORI USA/TATIRI

Happy moments are treasured! Must own Tatiri's snow ball....you may put your picture back to back. It's a special gift for someone you care for the holiday season. 9/14/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Florina Arranging Game by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

The German-made 3D wooden puzzle set includes 32 colorfully decorated puzzle pieces. The set comes packaged in a sturdy, solid wood frame. This product is a 2007 Parent's Choice Award and iParenting Media Award winner. 9/10/2007 (Price: $40.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]