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

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)

Double Horses Pull Toy by BAJO TOYS USA

Giddyap and giddyap. Kids get twice the horse-power with this nifty wooden pull toy. Horses rotate when pulled.

Available in various colors also. The toy measures 5 1/2" x 3 1/2" x 4 3/4" 8/2/2006 (Price: $26.99)

Carousel Push Toy (Merry-Go-Round) by BAJO TOYS USA

Tots will go from toddle to walk to run when they discover how fast they can make the horses spin on this carousel push toy. 6 3/4" x 6 3/4" x 23 1/2". With the purchase of 6 push toys, receive a free display (12 1/4" x 12 1/4" x 28 3/4"). 8/2/2006 (Price: $29.99)

Frontier Logs® 160-pc set by POOF-SLINKY INC.

These classically styled real wood, interlocking, round logs are guaranteed to stimulate and challenge the imagination of every child. Pieces lock together for easy assembly, disassembly, and reconstruction without glue or tools. Logs are made of real wood with non-toxic finish. 7/28/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sudoku Board Game with Storage Drawers by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

New! Sudoku, also known as Number Place or Nanpure, is a logic-based placement puzzle. It has a wood board and pieces with pull-out drawers, 12" x 12". 6/27/2006 (Price: $34.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Exclusive Senet by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

This ancient Egyptian game of chance and strategy was a favorite among the Egyptian pharoahs. Backgammon is derived from this centuries-old game. The wooden game measures 16" x 5" and features a pullout drawer for safely storing playing pieces. 6/27/2006 (Price: $31.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Exclusive American Mahjong Set by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

The wooden case of this sophisticated mahjong set is 21" by 9" and made of camphor wood. It has a horseshoe latch and includes tiles, two wood trays, four wood racks and play money. 6/27/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Exclusive Double 6 by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

Exclusive! Stunning, Camphor wood case with an antique style, horseshoe latch. Includes double 6 thick, ivory colored dominoes. 6/27/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Exclusive 3-in-1 (Chess, Checkers, Backgammon) by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

This three-in-one chess, checkers and backgammon set is made of camphor wood. The board is 18½" and the chessmen are made of sheesham and kari wood. The king is 3 3/4" tall. 6/27/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Simpsons Chess Set by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

We offer a variety of licensed products. Here is the Simpson's chess set with plastic molded chessmen, 3 ½" king. This is a great game for Simpson's fans, both young and old. The 15” playing board is colorful and uniquely styled and comes in a 12" collectible Simpson’s tin. Great to give as a gift. 6/27/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Exclusive English Chess Set by WOOD EXPRESSIONS INC.

This elegant English chess board is made of camphor wood and has a pull out storage drawer and inlay. It comes with kari and sheesham wood chessmen and a 3 1/2" tall king. 6/27/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Crazy Bird Letters by COLORI USA/TATIRI

Have fun with these beautiful originally designed letters. They are the magically colorful, whimsy crazy bird letters. Spell out your child’s name and stick it above their door, closet, desk or bed to personalize your child’s room, add color and give life to their special space. It can be used with a magnetic backed tape to stick to your refrigerator too! 6/21/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lunch Bags by COLORI USA/TATIRI

Be the talk of the lunchroom when you walk in with one of these brightly colored lunch bags. Constructed of water resistant material, they are available in 3 distinctive designs: the Flower, the Heart, and the Animal Friends. Bring the fun back in packing lunch from home. 6/21/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Multicolor Recorder by COLORI USA/TATIRI

For the young and the not so young lovers of music, we offer this musically tuned, hand painted wooden recorder. Ideal for all ages. Create beautiful music alone or with friends. Has been used in the school bands. ( Watch Video) 6/21/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wooden Jewellery Box by COLORI USA/TATIRI

This is a gorgeous wooden jewellery box. It is made from highly polished, brightly coloured wood. An easy-open/close lid makes it the perfect first jewellery box for any deserving child. 6/14/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tatiri Tambourine by COLORI USA/TATIRI

This is a particulary high quality version of a traditional and much loved toy. Beautifully painted and has genuine lambskin. Made from brightly coloured wood (frame) and a synthesised skin. Designed in Italy. 6/14/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Beauty Set Blue Flower by COLORI USA/TATIRI

This colorful, hand-painted beauty set makes a great gift for little girls. Included in the set is a mirror, brush, and 2 hairclips. We love the vibrant green, blue, and pink colors. Designed in Italy. 6/14/2006 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fantasyland Jigsaw Blocks by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

The charming shapes, patterns and motifs will guide children into Fantasy Land. Mouse, bear, lion and the other blocks can be arranged into a jigsaw picture or piled like constructing blocks. With a kaleidoscope block, mirror and little bell, these constructing blocks of beech wood have a foil coating. It is ideal for ages 18 months and up. “This creative block set offers the unique feature that it is a 3-D puzzle also — it may be constructed vertically or horizontally on a table. The multi-faceted colors, textures and optical effects create a one-of-a-kind set for specialty stores,” Lea Culliton of HABA USA told TDmonthly. It was named one of the 100 Best Children’s Products of 2006 by Dr. Toy. ( Watch Video) 5/22/2006 (Price: $55.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]