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Spectacular Science by THAMES & KOSMOS
Spectacular Science by THAMES & KOSMOS

Kids will amaze their audience by rehearsing and performing 25 awesome chemistry experiments in their own science show. Whether they’re moving particles with their magic wand, creating self-destructing bottles, sparking fireworks from an orange, or watching mystical black snakes grow from a pile of power, this kit is sure to educate and entertain friends and family of all ages. Includes lab equipment, materials, chemicals, cue cards with stage directions, and a 64-page, full-color, comic-book style manual. The kit "Provides young scientists with the tools and instruction to create their own science show instead of watching one," Kim Hammann, sales & marketing manager at Thames & Kosmos, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2011.
— In a November 2011 survey about hobby toys, Mary Porter-Green, owner of The Curiosity Zone in Ashburn, Va., told TDmonthly, "We sell lots of science kits — the best selling ones are chemistry sets from Thames & Kosmos." 5/27/2011 (Price: $89.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Original TEDCO Gyroscope by TEDCO INC.
Original TEDCO Gyroscope by TEDCO INC.

Produced since 1917, the gyroscope has been a classic educational toy for generations that continues to fascinate young and old alike with its mysterious force that seems to defy gravity. Gyroscope technology is used in numerous applications such as guidance and navigation systems in ships, planes and spacecraft. Instructions with several amazing enjoyable tricks available with each gyroscope. YouTube video link available to assist with selling. Manufactured in Indiana (USA Made). "Still a popular selling product after many years in the market. Our #1 selling toy out of over 450 products offered," Bob Sherman, sales associate at TEDCO Toys, told TDmonthly.
Awards: 2010 Seal of Approval from Homeschool.com; Dr Toy's Classic Toy Award 5/27/2011 (Price: $7.19) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Green Start Stacking & Nesting Blocks by INNOVATIVEKIDS
Green Start Stacking & Nesting Blocks by INNOVATIVEKIDS

Ten sturdy earth-friendly boxes to stack, build and nest with early-learning concepts on each side. Learning letters, numbers, shapes, colors and baby animals has never been so fun and easy. It's a "Classic development toy made entirely from earth-friendly recycled materials," Rich Hill, director of marketing at innovativekids, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2011. (Watch the Green Start Stacking & Nesting Blocks Video Watch Video) 5/27/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Soft Shapes Kittens by INNOVATIVEKIDS
Soft Shapes Kittens by INNOVATIVEKIDS

Soft foam books with bold photographs of sweet and funny kittens that pop off each page and stick to sides of the tub. Launch date: August 2011. 5/27/2011 (Price: $10.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Soft Shapes Puppet Theater by INNOVATIVEKIDS
Soft Shapes Puppet Theater by INNOVATIVEKIDS

Kids can put on a play with this fun, two sided foam stage set that floats in water or stands up on a table. Kids can use puppets, dolls, stuffed animals, or their own hands to create performances and indulge in creative play. It's "Portable Puppet Play Anywhere, Anytime," Rich Hill, director of marketing at innovativekids, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2011. 5/27/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Recall by LMD GAMES
Recall by LMD GAMES

Recall is an educational memory game. People will be surprised on how much they will remember when playing this game. RECALL teaches people how to retain information for a period of time instead of just short term. This product is good for kids, teens, adults and seniors. Recall will remove the intimidating factor in terms of memory. "There are some memory games out there where you practice memory but you don't really learn from it. RECALL is an educational game where your ability to recall will be taken to another level. Good practice for one player, great for cooperative play," Derek Chinn, owner of LMD Enterprises, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2011. 5/27/2011 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Green Start Wooden Puzzle Rainbow Faires by INNOVATIVEKIDS
Green Start Wooden Puzzle Rainbow Faires by INNOVATIVEKIDS

Earth-friendly wood rainbow fairies puzzle that exercises skills that prepare children for reading, math, problem solving and more. The 12-piece puzzle is made of wood from sustainable forests, and comes in a handy carrying case so kids can easily keep track of all the parts. Launch date: July 2011. 5/27/2011 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pedestal Pets New Pencil Display by INSPIRED DESIGN LLC
Pedestal Pets New Pencil Display by INSPIRED DESIGN LLC

Pedestal Pets are sold as "Pencil Toppers".  Each series includes 4 animal pencil toppers, 4 coordinating pencils and 4 fun fact trading cards. "The similar items on the market are sold as squishie toys and are not made specifically to be a pencil topper, although they sometimes market them that way. Similar products on the market either tear, or won't stay on the pencil at all," Lisa Jo Scherfel, owner of Inspired Design LLC, told TDmonthly. 5/27/2011 (Price: $1.5) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cooperative Board Games by PEACEABLE KINGDOM
Cooperative Board Games by PEACEABLE KINGDOM

The cooperative board games collection includes Count Your Chickens, Hoot Owl Hoot, Lost Puppies, Mermaid Island, and Stone Soup. Ideal for children two years of age and up, the games focus on socialization skills in a cooperative, group play setting. "Unlike traditional games where there is one winner and one (or many) losers, with cooperative games the players work together against a common obstacle in the game, not against each other. If the game is lost, the defeat is shared equally among the players. And, if the game is won, everyone is a winner," Donna Modrell, marketing & operations manager at Peaceable Kingdom Press, told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 2011.
Awards: Hoot Owl Hoot! - 2011 Dr. Toy Best Green Product 5/27/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Electronics Learning Circuits by THAMES & KOSMOS
Electronics Learning Circuits by THAMES & KOSMOS

Kids construct circuits with colorful electric building blocks to learn about electricity and how electronic devices work. The innovative snap-together blocks in the ElectronX building system make learning electronics fun and accessible. Use the blocks’ bright colors and unique shapes, and easy-to-follow assembly diagrams to construct a variety of functional circuits. Includes Over 70 different experiments and building projects, plus capacitors, resistors, LEDs, phototransistor, cable blocks, battery holder, speaker, sound-integrated circuit, 30 contact blocks, and a 64-page, full color manual. Launch date: June 2011. 5/27/2011 (Price: $39.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Latin America Sticker Collection by PUTUMAYO KIDS
Latin America Sticker Collection by PUTUMAYO KIDS

More than 120 reusable stickers, an engaging fold out-landscape scene, a full-color map and glossary take kids on a fun, educational journey to Latin America. "The Latin America Coloring Book is bilingual English and Spanish. This aspect along with its beautiful aesthetic sets it apart from other coloring books on the market," Ava Mostefaoui, co-manager of Putumayo Kids, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2011. 5/27/2011 (Price: $11.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Perplexus Rookie by PATCH PRODUCTS INC.
Perplexus Rookie by PATCH PRODUCTS INC.

Perplexus Rookie offers newcomers to Perplexus a three-dimensional puzzle challenge, with 75 barriers to success. Users must guide the metal ball through a maze of twists and turns, down dips and around winding spirals toward the maze finish. Players maneuver surprising routes of challenge that test hand-eye coordination, focus and perseverance. 6.5 Inches in Diameter, Perplexus Rookie is a brainteaser puzzle filled with layers of detailed maze structures. A shelter finish keeps the ball in place at the end to secure success.
Awards: 2012 Creative Child Awards – Puzzle of the Year, 2011 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio – Best Toy Award (Gold), 2011 NAPP Gold – Seal of Approval, 2011 Canadian Toy Testing Council – Best Bet, 2011 ASTRA – Best Toys for Kids, Game Play (3-7years) 5/24/2011 (Price: $22.49)

Recycle It! by CREATIVE TOYSHOP
Recycle It! by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

This game helps children learn which materials are used to make products and what happens to them when we're done with them. Players can win the game by recycling as much as they can. Helps parents to talk to their children about the environment. 5/20/2011 (Price: $21.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pole Position by CREATIVE TOYSHOP
Pole Position by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

Kids and subtract the numbers on the dice to figure out how many spaces their "car" can go. For younger players, play fast and frantically. 5/20/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Princess Game by CREATIVE TOYSHOP
Princess Game by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

In this princess-themed game, players must complete the secret tasks as they race around the 3-D castle in search of the jeweled tiara. This game teaches kids to use their logic-based puzzle solving skills. 5/20/2011 (Price: $21.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ahoy, Me Hearties! by CREATIVE TOYSHOP
Ahoy, Me Hearties! by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

In this game, players race around the island, filling their treasure chest with gold coins. Encourages number recognition, counting and first adding skills. 5/20/2011 (Price: $21.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Great Food Race! by CREATIVE TOYSHOP
The Great Food Race! by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

Players become healthy-eating champions as they compete to eat the most nutritious food. Parents and caregivers can playfully reinforce healthy habits, such as exercise and good food choices. Adding and subtracting the points earned or lost throughout the game also helps children with their math skills. 5/20/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Monkey Nuts by CREATIVE TOYSHOP
Monkey Nuts by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

In this Bingo-like game with letters and words, kids practice and learn letters and words as they pick up nuts and race around the 3-D monkey tree. Challenging and easy cards are included, so that parents can match the game to their child's ability. The design of the 3-D-tree and the peanut cards keep children interested as they learn. 5/20/2011 (Price: $21.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Counting Sheep by CREATIVE TOYSHOP
Counting Sheep by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

Children learn numbers up to three by matching the sleeping and the awake animals. The 3-D sheep counter adds a lot of fun to the game, and your child's counting skills will improve playing this game.
Awards: The TOY Award UK 5/20/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fairies Game by CREATIVE TOYSHOP
Fairies Game by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

Kids must discover the hidden fairies and wave the sparkly magic wand to win the game. This counting game helps children start to comprehend numbers and easy additions up to 10. 5/20/2011 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

House Hunt by CREATIVE TOYSHOP
House Hunt by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

In this scavenger hunt, kids learn about colors, shapes, letters and numbers. Players can be as young as 4, but it's also great for older children. 5/20/2011 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hickory Dickory Dock by CREATIVE TOYSHOP
Hickory Dickory Dock by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

Hickory Dickory Dock    Learn about time as your help your mouse climb to the top of the clock. Every time you know the time for an activity displayed on the cards, your mouse can move up. A quick game that'll re-enforce your child's time-telling abilities! 5/20/2011 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry by CREATIVE TOYSHOP
Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

In Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry, players create traffic chaos as they race to match the vehicles and their colors. This is a game for young kids similar in concept to Domino or Quirkle. 5/20/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Laugh & Learn Learning Puppy by FISHER-PRICE INC.
Laugh & Learn Learning Puppy by FISHER-PRICE INC.

The Laugh & Learn Learning Puppy from Fisher-Price invites baby to learn through singing and playing; encourages baby to express love and friendship, enhancing a sense of security;
introduces baby to the alphabet, colors and counting; and helps baby understand the connections between words and actions. The puppy teaches parts of the body, ABCs/123s, colors, and features ten sing-along songs.
— As of 05/12/2011 this product had 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 526 reviews on Amazon.com. Cons: Too sensitive- slight motion can cause it to switch modes too easily; voice is annoying for parents; parents complained that it turned on by itself at night. 5/12/2011 (Price: $24.99)

The Bishop CubesŪ 8-Cube Beginner's Set by SHAPE GAMES LLC
The Bishop Cubes® 8-Cube Beginner's Set by SHAPE GAMES LLC

This is a set of 8 interlocking Cubes arranged in a 2x2x2 cube shape. The puzzle challenges the player to transform the arrangement of the 8 cubes from one shape to any other shape, without disengaging any of the Cubes from each other. Cubes must be shifted by sliding along their faces. The Cubes can shift in all three dimensions: X, Y and Z, but each face slides in only one direction. The 8 Cube set introduces the player to this innovative new toy. The ultimate goal is to be able to logically understand how to shift from one shape to another in the fewest number of moves.  Other games can be invented by disengaging the Cubes and re-engaging them with the colors "flipped" on one or some of the Cubes, creating a "marked" Cube. The challenge is then to shift the "marked" Cube or Cubes into a specific position in the arrangement.
Awards: Dr. Toy Best Vacation Product of 2011 5/11/2011 (Price: $9.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

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