TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Creative Activities Product Category

Multi-Award Winning – My Many Colored Days (Parent Scarf Kit) by ARTS EDUCATION IDEAS

This kit includes 10, 27" square scarves in 10 colors — one of each of the following: purple, royal blue, gray, black, orange, red, kelly green, brown, pink and yellow. It also comes with an instructional insert, the "My Many Colored Days" book by Dr. Seuss and the IDEAS Music Colors CD. "We also provide durable and reusable plastic bags for storage as well as Velcro to hang the scarves in a special place, where they can be put away easily and beautifully," Rosanne Jessen, marketing associate for arts education IDEAS, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. 8/19/2009 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Children's Activity 54" Multi-Colored Scarf Kit by ARTS EDUCATION IDEAS

This kit includes 24, 54" square scarves in 12 colors — two of each of the following shades: purple, lavender, royal blue, medium blue, kelly green, lime green, yellow, orange, red, pink, black and white, plus an IDEAS Music 111 CD, an instructional insert, a reusable plastic hanging storage bag, and Velcro to hang the scarves. "Our scarf kits contain high-quality, 100-percent washable nylon scarves in vibrant colors," Rosanne Jessen, marketing associate for arts education IDEAS, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 1996. 8/19/2009 (Price: $115.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

27" Scarf Kit by ARTS EDUCATION IDEAS

This kit includes 24, 27" square scarves in 12 colors — two of each of the following: purple, lavender, royal blue, medium blue, kelly green, lime green, yellow, orange, red, pink, black and white, plus an IDEAS Primary Music CD, an instructional insert, a reusable plastic hanging storage bag and Velcro to hang the scarves. "Our scarf kits contain high-quality, 100-percent-washable nylon scarves in vibrant colors. ... they not only contain instruction/informational inserts which lead educators and caregivers on the path to endless uses for the scarves, but they also include music that has been created especially for IDEAS and for children," Rosanne Jessen, marketing associate for arts education IDEAS, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2010. 8/19/2009 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hoffman Bikes Flick Trix Bike Shop by SPIN MASTER TOYS

Complete with 20 interchangeable parts, this Bike Shop set features two frames, two sets of wheels, various other parts needed to successfully assemble a bicycle, a storage case for the pieces, and a set of stickers to deck out the bikes. ( Watch Video) 8/5/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Smooshies™ Plush Toys by CREATIVITY INC.

Designed to encourage open-ended, creative play, colorful Smooshies plush feature mix-and-match parts — arms, legs, facial features, horns and more — that can be connected using the product's hook-n-loop tabs. Smooshies have received the following awards: 2009 Top Toy of the Year Award from Creative Child Magazine and 2009 Dr. Toy Best Vacation Children's Products Award. ( Watch Video) 8/5/2009

Paperoni Deluxe Studio by SPIN MASTER TOYS

This deluxe set includes a colorful Paperoni cutter that allows kids to create their own lengths for designs, 600, 0.5" Paperoni pieces, 32, 9.5" Paperoni pieces, one 2-D template, one 3-D template, one 2-D self-adhesive template, one tweezer, eight gems and assorted embellishments. ( Watch Video) 8/5/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Twirligig™ Playsilk Streamer Toy by BENEATH THE ROWAN TREE

Designed to provide all-natural, active fun for children of all ages, this product features a hand-dyed silk streamer (11" x 60") coordinated with a hand-painted wand (about 12" long) sealed with water-based, non-toxic sealant. The high-quality silk has hand-rolled hems, and the length is designated so as to not cause children to trip or trample upon the fabric, as might happen more easily with longer streamers. The hardware is designed so that it cannot be removed by a child. Young children should be supervised, as with all long items that can tangle around them. It is available in more than 15 styles, as well as custom colors. "It doesn't knot or tangle, like thinner streamers. It is 100-percent natural, safe and its core quality is the need for active, imaginative play," Lori Campbell, owner and artist of Beneath the Rowan Tree, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2008. 7/30/2009 (Price: $24.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

paintdots Tote Bag by TERANISHI CHEMICAL INDUSTRY CO. LTD.

The paintdots collection of totes and pen cases allows individuals to decorate their product with the included markers based on dot-color instructions generated from an image uploaded to the paintdots Simulator program. The tote has three pockets on the exterior and there are two sizes of pen cases available. 7/30/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Construction set C05 by EITECH AMERICA

Over 270 parts! You can build at least 3 models. Illustrated instructions and tools included. ( Watch Video) 7/20/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Money Banks by MUDPUPPY PRESS

These heavy cardboard banks have a metal clasp, a color-coordination padlock and two keys — they don't have to be smashed to make a withdrawal. Each bank has three slots so the money can be sorted into Spend, Save and Share compartments. The bank measures 4" high x 4.5" in diameter. The product is printed with nontoxic inks and CE tested to ensure safety. Launch date: February 2009. 7/17/2009 (Price: $13.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Friendship Bracelet Maker by CROREY CREATIONS

Designed to make it easier and convenient to create colorful friendship bracelets, the Friendship Bracelet Maker features an adjustable butterfly clip to hold the top of the bracelet during construction, as well as a holder to keep all the strings in place. It's travel-ready, with a pull-out drawer for string storage and instructions, and comes with 56 threads in 14 colors. Launch date: Fall 2009.
Awards: Dr. Toy’s Best Vacation Products 2010

Past videos: Product Demonstration ( Watch Video) 7/16/2009 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bookmaking Kit by ARTTERRO

Sew beautiful paper together with decorative beads and thread to make handmade books to fill with memories, poems, stories and artwork. With easy to follow tips and lots of examples for inspiration, craft 4 fabulous books, plus cards, bookmarks and even origami ornaments! Two bonus projects in every kit! Turn the box into a mailbox, birdhouse or special treasure box. The inner tray is perfect for framing your art. Ages 8 and up. ( Watch Video) 7/9/2009 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Art Dolls Kit by ARTTERRO

Fun friends to design, dress and treasure forever. With simple tips and lots of examples for inspiration, cut, sew and glue four unique dolls and turn them into bookmarks, room decorations, gift tags or even pins to wear. Two bonus projects in every kit! Turn the box into a mailbox, birdhouse or special treasure box. The inner tray is perfect for framing your art. Ages 8 and up. 7/9/2009 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ho Ho Ho Scribble Mat by SCRIBBLE MATS

Children can get into the holiday spirit with this festive Santa Scribble Mat. This durable, washable vinyl placemat is designed to provide hours of fun and creativity. It comes with four non-toxic crayons and may be used at meal time, school, home, restaurants, or for travel and kids on the go. "Our signature surface wipes clean with a dry cloth. Children can color over and over," Andi Thea, COTS of Scribble Mats!, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2003. 7/7/2009 (Price: $7.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Santa's Happy Christmas Scribble Book by SCRIBBLE MATS

Kids can join Santa on his Christmas journey in this Scribble Book that comes with 10 color-on, wipe-off board book pages and six crayons. The pages can be colored again and again, and the product may be used at meal time, home, school and restaurants, and for travel and kids on the go. "Our special surface wipes clean with a dry cloth, so children can color over and over," Andi Thea, COTS of Scribble-Mats!, told TDmonthly. It received a 2009 Dr. Toy Best Vacation Children's Products Award. Launch date: 2006. 7/7/2009 (Price: $6.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Origami Fun: Paper Folding for Beginners by BARRON'S EDUCATIONAL SERIES

This beginner's origami book instructs kids on creating designs that include a spaceship, frogs, flowers and more. The 48 pages of instruction include color diagrams, and the back of the book holds 40 sheets of origami paper. A drawer in the book's spine opens to reveal six colored pencils and 12 decorative eyes that may be used to adorn the finished creations. The book measures 7.5" square. ( Watch Video) 7/7/2009 (Price: $11.99)

The GYMBOX™ by RED MOHICAN

Designed to meet the challenges of young children's fast-paced lives, and enhance the development of motor skills, coordination, balance and emotional and social skills, the GYMBOX opens into six squares forming a playground of various elements: ball pit, different-sized rollers, rockers, steps, climb and slide slope, tunnel, and balancing elements. The sections attach with Velcro and can easily be pulled apart. It is created to encourage classical soft play and provide a fun, active environment anytime of day. At the end of the day, the GYMBOX can be snapped closed and put away for another day. The modular cube is available in two sizes: 32" (80 cm) and 39" (100 cm). ( Watch Video) 7/1/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pet Calendar by Creations by You, Inc.

Put your "best friend's" photos and memories onto a 12 month, laser reproduced, 11"x17" wall calendar to enjoy all year long. Pet Calendar includes Art Pages and markers for making drawings or scrapbook layouts for each month of the year, or simply find favorite photos that we will size to fit. A postage paid envelope is provided to mail in materials for production, or you can make your entire calendar online using digital photos and our Internet drawing tools. Your finished photo calendar has a durable plastic spine and starts with any month you choose. 7/1/2009 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pet Story™ by Creations by You, Inc.

Now you can publish a photo keepsake book about your best friend with Pet Story! Write a special story or make a breeder's portfolio, wildlife diary, animal memorial or much, much more. Simply layout your photos, drawings, stories and captions on the Design Pages included in the kit. Use the markers we provide or your own stickers, stamps and scrapbook materials for an extra special touch. Most cropping techniques are allowed. Then send your pages to us using the postage paid envelope provided, or the book can be made entirely online using our Internet drawing, writing and digital photo placement tools. In just weeks you'll receive back an archival quality, 7"x9", laser reproduced, professionally typeset, hard cover book. 7/1/2009 (Price: $28.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby Calendar by Creations by You, Inc.

Baby Calendar allows you to put your baby's photos onto an archival quality, 11"x17" wall calendar to enjoy all year! Use the Art Pages and Mrs. Grossman's™ stickers included to make scrapbook layouts for each month of the year, or simply find favorite photos that we will size to fit. A postage paid envelope is provided to mail in materials for production, or make your calendar entirely online using our Internet Production. Finished calendars include a durable plastic spine and start with any month you choose. 7/1/2009 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My Mug by Creations by You, Inc.

Have your child’s artwork placed onto a 12-ounce plastic mug! This is the only personalized mug perfectly suited for use by children because it is made of unbreakable plastic, not ceramic, and is dishwasher safe. Any art materials can be used to make a drawing that wraps around the mug, or a square drawing for the front and back. Or just find a favorite photo we will size to fit. You can even include your name or a special message to be typeset around the mug at no additional charge! Send the completed Art Pages in the postage paid envelope provided, or use digital photos and our online drawing tools to make your mug using the Internet. 7/1/2009 (Price: $10.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

I Love Horses Coloring & ARTivity Book by FABER-CASTELL

This new line of 18 books includes a 50/50 mix of coloring and activities on premium quality papers, such as watercolor, vellum, and heavy duty drawing paper. Every book was distinctively designed in partnership with artists, without clip art. The square shape is user friendly with a plastic coil binding so that the books can lay flat for easy coloring. Furthermore, the perforated pages are printed on one side and can be easily removed for displaying. Each book has its own blend of enriching activities, creative projects, fun facts and even stickers. Launch date: October 2009.
— Elisabeth Dahl of Calico Cat Toy Shoppe in Bainbridge Island, Wash., who discovered this product at the ASTRA Marketplace 2009, told TDmonthly she appreciated the spiral binding and perforated sheets. 6/30/2009 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wildlife Tot Tower by eeBoo corp.

This tower features 10 sturdy blocks to nest, stack and tumble down. Kevin Hawkes provided the realistic animal depictions for eeBoo's latest set of award-winning nesting blocks. Launch date: June 25, 2009. 6/29/2009 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hanukkah Scribble Mat! by SCRIBBLE MATS

Like all Scribble Mats!, this durable vinyl place mat is designed to provide hours of fun and creativity. Kids can learn as they color. Each mat comes with a box of four crayons. Scribble Mats! may be used at school, home, restaurants, or during travel. "Color on Wipe off Scribble Mats! are made with our signature surface that allows any waxed based crayon to wipe clean and easy with a dry paper towel or cloth. Kids can color again and again," Andi Thea of Scribble Mats! told TDmonthly. This product received a 2003 Dr. Toy Best Classic Toy award. Launch date: July 2003. 6/29/2009 (Price: $7.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Funny Phone Early Listening Game by Learning Resources by LEARNING RESOURCES INC.

The Funny Phone Early Listening Game is created to get players of all ages giggling. Players dial a number and listen as Funny Phone tells what the next game is. With more than 300 challenges — tongue twisters, singing, drawing, acting and more — Funny Phone is full of surprises. Winners can dial a secret phone number to hear a victory message. It features automatic shut-off, adjustable volume and a break-away safety cord. It requires 3 AA batteries, not included. An AC adapter is available separately. This product was named one of Dr. Toy's 100 Best Children's Products 2009. Launch date: April 15, 2009. 6/29/2009 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]