TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Religious Product Category

Holiday Specs™ 3-D Glasses by AMERICAN PAPER OPTICS

Holographic lenses mysteriously transform ordinary Christmas lights or any bright point of light into six different magical images: snowman, snowflake, star, tree, angels or Santa, delighting people of all ages. This product is brilliantly printed with easy-to-read instructions, and will light up the holiday season at parties. The glasses may also be used as teacher/student gifts, stocking stuffers or a greeting card insert. "We are the exclusive world manufacturer for HoloSpex glasses. This is an inexpensive, fun product that crosses all age barriers and is enjoyed by everyone," Mark Nidzgorski of American Paper Optics told TDmonthly. 8/8/2007 (Price: $1.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Joyful Joe Hippo by LEARN THE WORD

This soft and cuddly 9" plush has eight friends, all of whom are named after the Fruit of the Spirit mentioned in Galatians 5:22. Joyful Joe carries a plush toy Bible personalized with his name that attaches by Velcro to either hand. The Bible has a 10-second re-recordable sound module that can feature a caregiver's message or Joe's voice reciting scripture, available at the company's website. The included character card tells about Joe and notes his favorite Bible verse. “Joyful Joe Hippo takes character building and biblical education to a bold new level of fun,” Teresa Rose of Learn the Word told TDmonthly. “Parents and teachers love the flexible feature of recording verses and customized messages for their children.” Launch date: April 17, 2007. 7/19/2007 (Price: $21.95)

Apples to Apples: Bible Edition by CACTUS GAME DESIGN INC.

Apples to Apples: Bible Edition is a wild party game that provides instant fun for everyone. Players select the card from their hands that they think is best described by a card played by the judge. The player whose card the judge picks wins that round. Each round is filled with surprising and outrageous comparisons from a wide range of people, places, things and events from Christian history. Launch date: October 15, 2006. 11/9/2006 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Inspirio - Precious Plush Lamb by ZONDERVAN PUBLISHING

Precious Plush Lamb is a perfect accent for baby's room and is certain to become a favorite cuddly toy. Precious Plush Lamb is from the Little Ones to Him Belong Collection, a collection from Inspirio, that also includes a picture frame, and cross. Embroidered on the lamb's paw is: Little Ones to Him Belong. 9/5/2006 (Price: $14.99)

Jesus by HOLY FOLKS

The Holy Folks Jesus doll is another plush classic from TadPals, the creators of the world’s first mass-market-friendly faith-based plush. This 16” premium plush doll comes individually packaged with detailed magnetic hands and a shepherd’s crook. The Holy Folks Jesus doll is the perfect example of love and faith for children ages 3 and up. Jesus’ unique and entertaining magnetic functionality allows children to “play and pray” with their new best friend! ( Watch Video) 3/9/2006 (Price: $19.99)

Mary by HOLY FOLKS

This 16” premium plush doll comes individually packaged with detailed magnetic hands and an adorable baby Jesus. The Holy Folks Mary doll is the perfect example of patience and faith for children aged 3 and up. Mary’s unique and entertaining magnetic functionality allows children to play and pray. “Ninety percent of our orders to date have been from stores that are not faith-based,” Mica Johnson, co-owner of TadPals, told TDmonthly. “Everyone really loved the magnetic accessories and the magnetic praying hands too. … Above all else, they are just cute dolls.” ( Watch Video) 3/9/2006 (Price: $19.99)

Moses by HOLY FOLKS

Introducing the Holy Folks™ Moses doll, another plush classic from TadPals™, the creators of the world’s first mass-market friendly faith-based plush! ( Watch Video) 3/9/2006 (Price: $19.99)

Noah by HOLY FOLKS

This 16” premium plush doll comes individually packaged with detailed magnetic hands and a set of elephants. The Holy Folks Noah doll is the perfect example of courage and faith for children. Noah’s unique and entertaining magnetic functionality allows children to “Play and Pray” with their new best friend. ( Watch Video) 3/9/2006 (Price: $19.99)

Bible ABC Memory Game by ALPHABET ALLEY

These 60 wooden tiles comes with 2 complete sets of the alphabet, game instructions, engaging Bible ABC graphics and a reusable wooden box with acrylic lid for easy storage. The game may be played with fewer sets for younger children. No reading required. 1/16/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Bible DVD Game by b EQUAL

One of several games produced in conjunction with the A&E network (in this case, The History Channel), this boardless TV-DVD game hosted by Christian music artist Jeremy Camp takes players through both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible with the help of visual clips. b EQUAL’s games are especially attractive to families because of ‘a dynamically leveled playing field,’” according to Josh Anderson, Director of Product Development. The game adjusts to the knowledge of each player; if one player consistently answers incorrectly that player will be asked easier questions. 12/7/2005 (Price: $29.99)