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

Ministers Chess — Third Edition by CORINTHIAN GAMES LTD.

In this game invented by Michael J. Corinthios, Ph.D., two Queens re-named "Ministers" flank the King, establishing symmetry and thereby correcting an anomaly of the structure of chess. A 9x9 folding board and nine pawns per player add space and power, and a conventional 8x8 pattern is on the back side. This 3rd edition includes tournament-sized plastic pieces plus a vinyl roll-up board (19.5" x 19.5") and cloth bag (12" x 7"). “Chess variants have come and gone. This variant is distinguished by its utmost respect for chess. This game constitutes the least deviation … the only change being the perfection of symmetry,” Dr. Corinthios told TDmonthly. Launch date: November 17, 2006. 12/12/2006 (Price: $29.99)

Wood Creations Farm by MEGA BRANDS

Wood Creations Farm is made of classic natural wood with the proven versatility of the Maxi Blok building system. Farm set includes basic building elements, detailed themed parts and adorable animals.  12/8/2006

Breakdown Train by RC2 BRANDS

This train comes to the rescue of ailing vehicles in the rest of the Thomas the Train wooden line. It provides a great, fun way for kids to learn the value of helping out folks (or trains) in distress. Thomas the Train “has such a strong character base and teaches kids how to play together,” Kathleen Tutone, owner of Treehouse Toys in Portland, Maine, told TDmonthly. 12/6/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

KAPLA Color Squares by KAPLA USA

This square wooden box holds planks in six distinctive Kapla colors, with 40 planks of each color. ( Watch Video) 10/20/2006 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The 1000 pack by KAPLA USA

1000 planks in natural wood. Includes a booklet of building techniques with 40 illustrations. ( Watch Video) 10/20/2006 (Price: $299.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wooden Toothbrush Holder by COLORI USA/TATIRI

Having difficulty getting your children to brush their teeth? Make it fun for them. With our toothbrush holders, a little bit of imagination can make brushing an adventure kids will look forward to everyday. A built timer to assure that they brush for the proper time. 10/13/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wooden Mini Musical Animals by COLORI USA/TATIRI

Introduce your child to the wonderful world of animals with our colorful, hand-painted wooden musical animals. Press any of them down and hear it make the sound the real animal would make. It's a fun way for your child to learn, and it livens up your child’s desk in the process. Color their world with the lively sight and sounds of these musical animals. These collectible animals feature a unique Italian design and are functional, fun and decorative. ( Watch Video) 10/13/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Monopoly Wood Nostalgia Series Game by HASBRO INC.

Monopoly has been America’s favorite board game since 1935. This special Nostalgia Series edition brings that history to life with vintage-look playing pieces, wooden houses and hotels, and “aged” Monopoly money. The wood collector box features a built-in banker’s tray and cover art reprinted from the 1957 edition. It’s an evergreen game that will be cherished and handed down through the generations. 10/10/2006 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby Walker by BAJO TOYS USA

Bajo Toys USA is the recipient of the 2006 "Best Toys of the Year" Award, presented by the publisher of Child Magazine. Bajo's Baby Walker was selected to receive this prestigious award, and an article appeared in the November 2006 edition.
— “The entire focus of all the designs, regardless of what ages of children it’s for, is on the educational and learning aspect of the toy,” sales manager Ron Ranke said about Bajo Toys manufacturer Wojciech Bajor. “If he designs something, he wants it to have educational value.” 10/6/2006

Lock Box Memory Game by TAG TOYS INC.

Superbly crafted solid hardwood lock box with 3 separate compartments, 10 doors and 10 different latches. Light weight with easy grip carry-along handle, this very popular TAG toy entertains the child for long periods of time. Children place their little treasures into separate compartments and then enjoy looking for them through the different doors. 10/5/2006 (Price: $89.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Toddler Table and Chair by TAG TOYS INC.

TAG's Toddler Table, with fully rounded, child safe edges, is designed so childred can sit up close for playtime. The extra large, durable and washable high impact laminate surface can take all the pounding and spilling a child can deliver. The matching Toddler Chair (sold separately) is designed for comfort and safety. Feature include: wide, tip-resistant legs, smooth, rounded edges and corners, extra wide seat, angled backrest, and easy-grip tote handles
Awards: A TDmonthly Classics Award for being an all-time favorite children's product.
— As of 7/21/2011 this product had 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16 reviews on Amazon.com. 10/5/2006 (Price: $105.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Name Puzzle by TAG TOYS INC.

Perfect first gift. Large brightly colored letters can be removed for puzzle play, or they can be glued in to make a name plaque to personalize a child’s room. Perfect for names, short phrases or messages. Please allow 10-14 days for shipping. 10/5/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Amazing Tracker by TAG TOYS INC.

Giant tumble down ball maze with 6 brightly colored soft and safe rubber balls. The balls are placed through the top, zigzag their way down and are collected in the tray at the bottom for retrieval and continued play. Set of 6 balls included. 10/5/2006 (Price: $69.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Family Doll House by TAG TOYS INC.

Giant, realistic, four-story dollhouse, featuring two extra large rooms, garage, attic, and terrace. Garage and entrance doors open and close. Completely accessible from all sides providing play opportunities for several children at once. Furniture and Family Van sold separately. 10/5/2006 (Price: $175.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway by LEARNING CURVE

This wooden railway toy is the classic among the Thomas & Friends line. Compatible with wooden railway toys from other manufacturers, this replica of the popular children's character embodies the hopes and dreams of mini-Thomas fans.
— “Thomas the Tank by RC2 — I sell 100 to 150 units a month,” Ray Goodhart, owner of Ages and Stages Toy Box in Arvada, Colo., told TDmonthly.
— Janelle Cedusky, manager of Cheeky Monkey Toys in Menlo Park, Calif., told TDmonthly that her best-selling wooden toy item is “Thomas the Train by RC2 in general, but especially the Wooden Railway System. It’s hard to specify how many we sell because all are popular.”
— "Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway is the perfect last-minute gift or stocking stuffer. [The] deep product line offers a wide range of price points, from $10.99 engines to deluxe sets," said Laura Mares, marketing manager for Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway. 8/24/2006 (Price: $10.99)

Rosewood Chess Set by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

This new, exclusive, gorgeous and timeless chess set features a 21” redwood chess board with triple-weighted, handpolished Ebony and Kari wood chessmen with leather bottoms, including a 4” king. 8/9/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Backgammon Set by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

Exclusive! 18" black leatherette backgammon set. Smooth exterior case with handsome, well-made, silver horseshoe latches. Backgammon is the most ancient game of fortune and skill. The game's history began more than five thousand years ago. 8/9/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Poker Set by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

Be a part of the hottest game around with this professional grade poker set that features 500 12 gram clay-composite chips, 2 decks of cards, and 5 dice in an aluminum case. Whether you're playing a high stakes tournament, or at home with friends, you'll rake it in with style using this deluxe set. 8/9/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wooden Novelties Necklaces by FIESTA

Kids can adorn their necks with these new handcrafted wooden necklaces from Fiesta, strung on a black leatherette lace necklace chain. The animal themes are perfect for zoos, aquariums, souvenir and gift stores. 8/7/2006 (Price: $2.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Character Blocks by BAJO TOYS USA

Lay them, stack them, build towers with them. Maybe even do some spelling along the way. With 40 pieces to play with, there are enough combinations and possibilities to provide child with an educationally entertaining time. 8/2/2006 (Price: $39.99)

Tow Truck by BAJO TOYS USA

Accompanied by a small wooden car, this wooden tow truck does its job with a ramp to get the car on top and two extensions to lock the small car's wheels firmly in place. 8/2/2006 (Price: $15.99)

Dolls Bed by BAJO TOYS USA

Coming with tools, cover and pillow. If balls are lifted: racking bed. If put down: stable regular bed.
17" x 10 3/4" x 9 1/4" 8/2/2006 (Price: $59.99)

Hammering Board by BAJO TOYS USA

Kids will learn you can fit a round peg in a round hole when they get to work smashing these wooden pegs through the 8 3/4" X 5" X 5" wooden board. The mallet is included. 8/2/2006 (Price: $24.99)

Abacus Half Beads by BAJO TOYS USA

This 9 3/4" X 3 1/4" X 4 1/2" abacus teaches kids the concepts of halves with twice the fun. The colorful wooden whole balls on top let kids count from 1 to 5, and the sliced balls below let them add a half where they need it. 8/2/2006 (Price: $17.99)

Rattle Fish - Colored by BAJO TOYS USA

Babies can get their first taste of tuna when they play with this teether rattle. The red fish is fitted with an unstained wooden teether ring and a bell. 8/2/2006 (Price: $9.99)