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

15 Puzzle - Sliding Numbers by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

In the late 1870's, the Fifteen Puzzle was widely introduced in the United States by Sam Loyd who stirred-up interest for the game by promoting a contest.  He offered a thousand dollar reward to the first person who could solve his number sliding puzzle.  The contest puzzle tiles were arranged in numerical order with only the 14 and 15 tiles reversed.  You then have to skillfully and systematically slide the tiles with out removing them from the board until you recover the original numerical sequence of 1-15 as show on the box.  The one thousand dollar reward for the first correct solution remains unclaimed, and people continue to rack their brains.  This item will be shipping in our exclusive and beautiful Value Line packaging. 8/14/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Game of UR by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

Ur of Antiquity was played over 4,500 years ago in the Sumerian city of Ur, the biblical Ur of the Chaldess. The game was discovered in the 1920's by the British archeologist Sir Leonard Wooley. Sir Leonard excavated a series of mass grave and among the treasures were a number of elaborately inlaid game boards. This game is modeled after the most intricate of the games discovered by Sir Leonard. The game was a favorite with the royal and wealthy inhabitants of Mesopotamia. 8/14/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Red and Black Wood Checkers Set by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

Remember the good old days, relaxing on a lazy weekend afternoon playing a game of checkers with your family? It has become a popular American tradition. Draughts, as it is known in Great Britain, has ancient roots. It is believed, the earliest form of checkers was discovered in an archeological dig at Ur in Iraq. This set is our most popular one with its beautifully made wood board and red and black wood pieces. It's the perfect game to play with your kids to start your own family traditions!  This item will be shipping in our exclusive and beautiful Value Line packaging. 8/14/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shoot-The-Moon by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

This nostalgic game from the 1940's is incredibly addictive. The simple concept of rolling the bearing uphill by moving the metal rails back and forth will have you and your friends hooked! The closer the ball drops to you, the more points you score. You won't want to give anyone else a turn! The Richly-finished wood construction is suitable for ages 6 and up. This item will be shipping in our exclusive and beautiful Value Line packaging. 8/14/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Black Leatherette Dominoes by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

Open this case and the mere sight of the smooth ivory-toned dominoes will inspire you to start a new family tradition-Family Game Night. Dominoes are a wonderful reason for the family to gather, and the memories will be priceless. This set comes in a deluxe Black Leatherette case. Domino games have been played by kings and peasants alike. The oldest known domino set was found in Tutankhamen's (the king of ancient Egypt) tomb, amid the ruins of Thebes. 8/14/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wood Folding Mancala - African Stone Game by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

The African Stone game is an ancient, mentally stimulating game that was played by scooping out pits and calas in the sand. In many instances, diamonds as stones. Many historians believe this game is the oldest game in the world. The 17” wood board folds in half for easy transport and storage. 8/13/2007 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Castle Knights by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

This cooperative game is fun for all ages. Together, two to four players have to grab the wooden pieces and stack them to match the picture on the card. But watch out! If they fall, the King gets closer to the castle. Together, we can be strong and beat the king!
— This children’s game requires concentration and cooperation, which is one reason it received a TDmonthly Top Toy 2007 award. In addition, Castle Knights boasts pleasant graphics, quality wooden pieces and, perhaps many retailers’ favorite characteristic about HABA products in general authentic European appeal.

Where to Buy: Camelot Kids

( Watch Video) 7/31/2007 (Price: $35.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Puddle Jumper by AERO-MOTION INC.

Known by both names, this toy is the world famous wood hand propelled helicopter. Available in an assortment of styles including natural, rainbow, and assorted colors. Merchandise Puddle jumpers & Whirlybirds in corrugated cardboard open stock displays. The Puddle Jumper is also available mounted on a display card which can be racked on slat board. 7/27/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hardwood Yo-yo by AERO-MOTION INC.

The Yo-Yo is an ancient toy which, after thousands of years, continues to be a popular item. The Newton's Yo-Yo is offered in an array of color and natural wood finishes. Display Newton's Yo-Yo in Sir Isaac Newton's or Classic Corrugated Cardboard Displays. 7/27/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Finger Top by AERO-MOTION INC.

Launch these traditional little wooden spinners with a snap of your fingers! After hundreds of years, finger tops continue to delight both young and old. Finger tops come in natural and color finishes. Corrugated cardboard open stick displays using graphics featuring Finger Top Spokesman, Tom Thumb. 7/27/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Automoblox MINI 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 distinctive car styles. ”We’ve combined old-school durability, ultra-modern style and an innovative play pattern to create a new generation of classic car toys. The Automoblox MINI line makes it fun for kids to explore their own unique design instincts by combining warm wooden blocks, colorful rubber tires and bright translucent plastics to create super-cool car styles,” PR Manager Tina Noelle Mezzina of Automoblox told TDmonthly. A three-pack plus accessories are also available (MSRP: $24.99). Launch date: August 2007. ( Watch Video) 7/26/2007 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Down on the Farm Barn & Stable by SAFARI LTD.®

Part of Safari’s Fantastic Farm collection, this uniquely designed barn opens in half to reveal cows, pigs and goats and stalls on opposite sides. The barn is made of real wood construction and comes in an attractive gift box. All doors and windows open and close for increased imaginative play. ( Watch Video) 7/25/2007 (Price: $120.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Stacking Family by TOP SHELF HOLDINGS LLC

Learn to count "family-style" with this ingenious stacking toy. Mix and match the wooden blocks, or follow the colors to stack your way up to five. 7/24/2007 (Price: $19.95)

Picnic Basket by TOP SHELF HOLDINGS LLC

A picnic meal complete with plates, silverware and cutting board. Bottle caps are magnetic and removable, and there is plenty of picnic food to slice and serve! 7/24/2007 (Price: $24.95)

Woodman Concept Catamaran Boat by WOODLAND MAGIC IMPORTS

This Woodman kit includes durable beech wood components and the tools a child needs to build the toy. The pre-cut wood is slightly unfinished, allowing kids to sandpaper it for the finishing touches. The set includes a hammer, dowels and glue for old-fashioned assembly. It also features paints and paintbrushes for detail and personalization. Launch date: August 2007; decorative stickers added in 2009. ( Watch Video) 7/13/2007 (Price: $24.95)

Woodman Concept Train With Wagons by WOODLAND MAGIC IMPORTS

This Woodman kit includes durable beech wood components and the tools a child needs to build the toy. The pre-cut wood is slightly unfinished, allowing kids to sandpaper it for the finishing touches. The set includes a hammer, dowels and glue for old-fashioned assembly. It also features paints and paintbrushes for detail and personalization. Launch date: August 2007. ( Watch Video) 7/13/2007 (Price: $24.95)

Woodman Concept Bird House by WOODLAND MAGIC IMPORTS

This Woodman kit includes durable beech wood components and the tools a child needs to build the toy. The pre-cut wood is slightly unfinished, allowing kids to sandpaper it for the finishing touches. The set includes a hammer, dowels and glue for old-fashioned assembly. It also features paints and paintbrushes for detail and personalization. Launch date: August 2007. ( Watch Video) 7/13/2007 (Price: $19.95)

Woodman Concept Bi-Plane by WOODLAND MAGIC IMPORTS

This Woodman kit includes durable beech wood components and the tools a child needs to build the toy. The pre-cut wood is slightly unfinished, allowing kids to sandpaper it for the finishing touches. The set includes a hammer, dowels and glue for old-fashioned assembly. It also features paints and paintbrushes for detail and personalization. Launch date: August 2007; stickers added to the kit in 2009. ( Watch Video) 7/13/2007 (Price: $19.95)

Woodman Concept Carpenter Carry Case by WOODLAND MAGIC IMPORTS

Scaled down for little hands, this briefcase-style carpenter’s carry case for kids includes 16 woodworking tools: model maker’s hammer, carpenter’s hammer, carpenter’s pencil, mallet, saw, set of pliers, screw cutting tool, carpenter’s square, ruler, spirit level, wood chisel, screwdriver, Philips screwdriver, clamp, plane, and sanding block. Launch date: October 28, 2008. ( Watch Video) 7/13/2007 (Price: $36.95)

A Doll's Hammock by CAMDEN ROSE

Skillfully crocheted in Lima, Peru and assembled in the USA, our doll hammock makes the perfect traveling doll bed for Waldorf or American Girl Dolls. The hammock is hand-crocheted with 100% cotton yarn and birch wood dowels and end caps. With two supplied hooks it can be easily installed in the corner of the room, a doorway, in playstand or just about anywhere. 7/10/2007 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hardwood Choo Choo by CAMDEN ROSE

Elegantly crafted from maple, cherry and walnut, our train is notably large and extremely durable. All the train cars, even the locomotive, were designed for maximum playability, each providing a unique function. The cars join one another with a wooden coupler peg, which fits easily into the hole on the adjoining car. 7/10/2007 (Price: $64.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

A Simple Hearth by CAMDEN ROSE

Children use their play kitchen to mimic what they see taking place daily. Our kitchen is created from the warmth and durability of solid cherry. All the knobs turn flawlessly and smoothly without the use of any metal hardware. The metal sink bowl can be removed for easy cleaning and a sliding cutting board pulls out allowing access for more children. 7/10/2007 (Price: $299.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lilium Puzzle by CAMDEN ROSE

In 2008, watercolor artist Betty Sturley releases her much-anticipated children’s book about the world of elementals. As a sneak-peek into this special world we have turned one of the watercolor paintings from the book into an enchanting puzzle. Sold either as a 16-piece puzzle for small children or a 30-piece puzzle for older children and adults, each 8” wide, 10” long puzzle comes in a shrink-wrapped box with an information card about the artist. 7/10/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Skittles by CAMDEN ROSE

Made of all solid birch and oil finished, each set contains nine natural pins, one twin-striped headpin, two balls, a cloth bag, and instructions for many different games – from ancient to modern. Our hardwood skittles set is perfect for those toddling toddlers learning about balance and accuracy, yet ideal for older children to explore the wealth of game possibilities. The pins are 5” tall and the ball is 2 1/4” in diameter. Drop shipping is available. Ages 3 to 13. 7/10/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cherry Rattle by CAMDEN ROSE

The rattle is sculpted in response to nature and organic forms that blend harmoniously with the soothing sound. The moving bead and complex textures encourage the development of senses. Each rattle has a specific shape, which is found within the piece of wood. Our 3 1/2 Diameter Cherry Rattle is crafted from cherry with a contrasting birch dowel. 7/10/2007 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]