TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Educational Product Category

The Playdate Kids Musical Book Series: The I Like Me Dance by PLAYDATE KIDS PUBLISHING

Part zoo adventure, part songbook and part early confidence builder, through this musical journey, children can appreciate their individuality and have loads of fun along the way. Dance routine, CD and sheet music included. 3/16/2010 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Playdate Kids Musical Book Series: Island Potty Party by PLAYDATE KIDS PUBLISHING

Musically motivate toddlers to get out of their diapers and onto the toilet seat with a bouncing island beat that will have children motivated to transition from diapers to the toilet. A full musical CD and sheet music are included. 3/16/2010 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Playdate Kids: Cosmos' Mom and Dad are Moving Apart by PLAYDATE KIDS PUBLISHING

Cosmos' parents are getting a divorce. Cosmos has a lot of questions! Is it his fault? Where will he live? What will happen? Tips & interactive play therapies at end of book. 3/16/2010 (Price: $12.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Playdate Kids: Chloe's New Baby Brother by PLAYDATE KIDS PUBLISHING

Chloe's new baby brother is coming home from the hospital! Chloe doesn't know what to expect, but she’ll be a big sister, and that is a very important job! Tips & interactive play therapies at end of book. 3/16/2010 (Price: $12.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Playdate Kids: Danny is Moving by PLAYDATE KIDS PUBLISHING

Will Danny like his new house, his new school and his new friends? Discover with Danny that although moving can be scary it can also be fun and exciting. Tips and interactive play therapies at end of book. 3/16/2010 (Price: $12.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

How To Become an Entrepreneurial Kid, 4-book series by THE FIRST MOMS CLUB PRESS

The concept of this series is to promote financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills and attitudes for readers of many ages in a time when economic realities demand a new kind of savvy skill set. It's designed for both kids and adults. "The simplicity of the work book takes the fear factor out of starting a business," Dianne Linderman, CEO, The First Moms Club Press, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2010. 3/15/2010 (Price: $8.95)

It's Only a Dollar... Until You Add To It! by PROSPERITY4KIDS INC.

This day-at-a-glance calendar with plenty of space for the reusable static cling chores, money and happy/sad pieces is designed to make allowance fun for kids and easy for parents. It includes a dry-erase pen and more than 60 chores to choose from. Launch date: April 2010. 3/15/2010 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

One Child, One Planet by CARL R. SAMS II PHOTOGRAPHY INC. (STRANGER IN THE WOODS)

This book features beautiful wildlife photography by award-winning photographers Carl R. Sams II & Jean Stoick and charming prose by first-time author and mother of four, Bridget McGovern Llewellyn. It's designed to stir appreciation and care for Mother Earth. Launch date: September 2009. 3/15/2010 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Farm Animals by 1-2-3 PRESCHOOL PROJECTS LLC

Living on a farm is a lot of hard work, but just think about the variety of animals under care. Using the stiff straw, the soft feathers and the bubble wrap, preschoolers can learn through their sense of touch about these animals. "Children ages 2 to 5 years old learn best when engaged in activities that integrate their fine motor skills. 1-2-3 Preschool Projects develops hands-on activities that are packaged according to themes. They feature a variety of textural materials that encourage the development of a child’s fine motor, gross motor, cognitive, language, math, drama, science, and tactile skills," Linda Scanlan, owner,1-2-3 Preschool Projects LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 2010. ( Watch Video) 3/15/2010 (Price: $7.95)

10 Days in the Americas by OUT OF THE BOX PUBLISHING

Players should gather their sunglasses, snowshoes and mosquito spray for travel to the Americas. Players use destination and transportation tiles to chart a course through North, Central and South America and the Caribbean — touring by airplane, cruise ship or on foot. With a little luck and clever planning, they just might outmaneuver their fellow travelers and be the first to make connections for a complete 10-day journey. It's "exclusive to the specialty market, great for families and educational settings," Leah Sugar, VP Marketing, Out of the Box Publishing, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 7, 2010. ( Watch Video) 3/10/2010 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Memo by TERRA TOYS

This colorful version of Memo features some of the smartest animals from the animal kingdom, such as the elephant, chimpanzee, dolphin and parrot. Players try to match up as many of them as they can before their opponent. Terra Toys produces "environmentally friendly products that teach about conservation through an easy to understand medium, Saving Wild Animals," Sean Tyrrell, Category Manager, Terra Toys, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2010. 3/10/2010 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shoulder Buddies by SHOULDER FUN USA LLC

Shoulder Buddies are a collectible, educational accessory that kids can wear on their shoulders, backpacks, hats, etc. Shoulder Buddies are packaged with a collectible "Smarts" card that teaches their "Smarts" through an easy-to-remember acronym. A "Shoulder Buddies Coin" is also included, which is used to attach them to your shoulder. They also have a hole on their back so that kids can attach them to their backpacks with a keychain, which is also included with the product. There's also a book that corresponds to the Shoulder Buddy characters. "Shoulder Buddies are very unique because they are an adorable character that can be worn on the shoulder," Jeaneen & Kevin Muller, Managing Members, Shoulder Fun USA, LLC, told TDmonthly. "They definitely attract attention when wearing them and our variety of characters each have a different learning message that comes with them." Launch date: October 2009. ( Watch Video) 3/10/2010 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Papo Tigress with Cub by HOTALING IMPORTS

Part of the Wild Animal Series by Papo, this hand-painted figure is very detailed and shows an authentic representation of how tigresses carry around their little bundles. It is approximately 1:20 scale. "Papo wildlife series is easily the best quality figure for the price. The proportion and stance are exact as well as the coloration," Brian Shackelton, Operation Manager, Hotaling Imports Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 15, 2010. 3/10/2010 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Quadrilateral Pieces by LEARNING BY DESIGN

Quadrilateral Pieces is a geometry puzzle. Kids of all ages can improve their spatial sense as they rotate, turn and flip the pieces to construct five different quadrilaterals. "Teachers and students will love it because students can use the puzzle to help them remember what they learn about different types of quadrilaterals," Mary Kay Bacallao, President, Learning by Design, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2010. 3/10/2010 (Price: $7.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Vocation Dolls by WEE BELIEVERS

Vocation Dolls (Fr. Juan Pablo and Sr. Mary Clara, sold separately) are huggable, plush, 13" dolls fashioned for imaginative yet inspirational play. They include a full-color companion booklet detailing five real stories of men and women who became priests and nuns — courageous stories of real modern-day heroes and heroines. These high-quality dolls are designed as exceptional toys for gift-giving, to delight parents, grandparents and godparents with their unique, faith-based appeal. Launch date: December 2009. 3/10/2010 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kidknows Outdoor Thermometer by DHS DESIGN LLC

This colorful outdoor thermometer has temperature-appropriate clothing pictures next to the numbers. It is designed to: empower kids to independently choose the right outfit to wear in various temperatures; teach kids to read numbers and to understand the concept of measuring the outdoor temperature as they continue using their thermometer; relieve parents of the struggle with children over appropriate clothing to wear for the day, making morning routines faster and easier; help teachers to teach kids reading and understanding of the outside temperature and seasonal changes; and help schools to get kids appropriately dressed for school recess. Launch date: May 30, 2009. 3/10/2010 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My Mass KIt by WEE BELIEVERS

This soft-sculpture, children’s mass kit is designed for play at home or church. This colorful, high-quality toy, when used in conjunction with the included companion booklet, is designed to be an ideal manipulative for instruction in the classroom or playroom. It includes 12 pieces and a booklet in a durable nylon carrying case that's created "to educate, entertain and enrich faith," Stephen Abdalla, President, Wee Believers, told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 5, 2010. 3/10/2010 (Price: $69.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Yes & Know® Books by LEE PUBLICATIONS

See how much you know with hundreds of interesting questions on dozens of different topics. Have fun competing with the invisible opponent as you play games by yourself. Each book includes 48 pages of fun and a special pen. 3/9/2010 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Princess & the Frog Magic Pen® Painting Book by LEE PUBLICATIONS

Revisit the story of how Tiana and Neveen meet. Magic Pen® Painting is a fun and easy way to paint - but with no mess! Use the Special Pen to paint each picture and watch the colors instantly appear. Each book includes 24 pages of fun and a special pen. 3/9/2010 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Disney/Pixar's Toy Story 2in1 Books by LEE PUBLICATIONS

Buzz Lightyear and Woody are two great friends on one big adventure. The activities include Magic Pen® Painting, and Invisible Ink with Stickers. The Special Pen also produces a rainbow of colors instantly. The Special Pen reveals the invisibly printed pictures. Then match your stickers to the appropriate spot.
Book 1: Each book includes 24 pages of fun and a special pen.
Book 2: Each book includes 24 pages of fun, a special pen and stickers. 3/9/2010 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shoulder Buddies - Biffle by SHOULDER FUN USA LLC

Biffle is fun-loving and cheerful. Biffle shares his "Smarts" of Friendship. Shoulder Buddies are unique to their Feather color, so no two are alike. They come with a collectible Shoulder Buddies Coin and a Backpack clip. Please be advised that Shoulder Buddies are an accessory, NOT a toy. They are not recommended for children under 4 years of age. 3/9/2010 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

House Scene Baby Puzzles by ArtrevelationsKids.com

Entertain and teach baby by creating scenes made of fabric covered foam. House scene includes a Square, Triangle, Circle, Rectangle, Car, Bus, Door, Window, Chimney, Flower Garden, and Dog. 3/8/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

"Make Your Own Barn" Kit by ArtrevelationsKids.com

Child can learn about construction with this fabric covered foam product. Easy assembly using color-coded Velcro. Children 2 and up can enjoy learning to build this barn and play farm games with it. There are 15 sections to put in place with picture steps provided. A self-confidence building product with creative play value. ( Watch Video) 3/8/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Inchimals™ by FAT BRAIN TOY CO.

Inchimals is a set of 12 wooden blocks with animal images that measure from 1” in height (ladybug) to 12” high (giraffe).  They can be combined with the 100 write on/wipe off math puzzles for kids to practice counting, number values and recognition, fine motor skills, language and more. Launch date: Spring 2010. 2/26/2010 (Price: $29.95)

Konexi by ZIMZALA GAMES

In this gravity-defying, 3-D word-building game, two to four players are challenged to add stacking letters to a tower to form words up, down or sideways to earn points. They must be careful, though, as any new letter could send the Konexi into a full collapse. The game comes with 26 red letters, a die, a mover, a pad and pencil, and a rules manual. Launch date: Fall 2010 (specialty and mass retailers). 2/23/2010 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]