With two interlocking puzzle pieces for each letter of the alphabet, this 52-piece puzzle completes to 11' long. Each letter can be put together separately for a variety of learning activities that will help stimulate children's motor and critical thinking skills.
― Darlene Lockhart, owner of Toy Town in Casper, Wyo., told TDmonthly her top seller in the puzzle category is “any floor puzzle.” Lockhart was among seven of 47 retailers who said in June 2009 that floor puzzles are top-selling puzzles in their stores.
― Two of 47 storeowners named Crocodile Creek as their best-selling puzzle brand in early summer 2009.

Three great, rugged puzzles of increasing difficulty. 6-piece, 9-piece, 12-piece. Perfect for little fingers. Comes in a wonderful, brightly-illustrated storage/carrying case. Puzzles are 8 X 10. Package is 6”W X 6”H X 6”D. Ages 2+. Crocodile Creek products conform to all of the appropriate safety standards.
— In a July 2013 survey, two out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that Ravensburger was their best-selling puzzle brand.

Our unique package design has made these puzzles instant best-sellers. Great themes and illustrations. Unique compelling design. Eye-catching, reusable package. Each 100-pc puzzle is 8" x 12". Pouch is 5.5"W x 7.25"H x 2" D. For ages 5 & up. Crocodile creek products conform to all of the appropriate safety standards.
— Dean Smith, owner of Jazams in Princeton, N.J., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2012 survey that they sell 10 of this item each month.
— In a July 2013 survey, two out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that Ravensburger was their best-selling puzzle brand.

This heavy duty, textured ball is great for indoor or outdoor play. The ball is 7" diameter. It is made of rubber and contains no PVC, latex or vinyl. The product conforms to or exceeds U.S. and European safety standards.
— During a March 2010 survey of top-selling sports and outdoor products, three out of 37 retailers told TDmonthly play balls are their best seller.

The Dinosaur Dish Set includes a plate, bowl, cup, fork and spoon. The melamine is BPA free and the set conforms to or exceeds U.S. and European safety standards. Gifts sets are 15"w x 11"H x 3"D. It is top-rack dishwasher safe or can be  handwashed in warm water.

This 9.5" soft and cuddly frog with removable clothing is based on the beloved characters from Arnold Lobel's classic books. NOTE: THESE ITEMS HAVE BEEN DISCONTINUED.

This environmentally friendly, 13-oz. drinking bottle is made from food-grade stainless steel and measures 7" H x 2.5" D. For use with water, juice or milk, the bottle is lead safe and free from BPA and phthalates. It is completely recyclable, and various designs are available.
— These water bottles have been recent best sellers at Pufferbellies in Staunton, Va., according to co-owner Susan Blanton in September 2009.

Packed in a bright red latching box emblazoned with a painted stegosaurus, four individually bagged jigsaw puzzles offer different skill levels for young children.  At four, six, nine and 12 pieces, each puzzle assembles into a picture of a different dinosaur (a pterodactyl, tyrannosaurus, triceratops and the pictured stegosaurus). 
— In an August 2011 survey, 2 out of 12 retailers said that Crocodile Creek's puzzles were best-sellers in the puzzle category. Jeanette Lauture of Aunt Jean's Toys & Treats in Montclair, N.J., said that she sells 3-6 Crocodile Creek puzzles each week.
― “We have Crocodile Creek and do well with those,” Jeri Dorsey, buyer for Kits and Kaboodle in Carmel, Ind., told TDmonthly in June 2009 when asked about top-selling puzzles.
— "All of the Crocodile Creek products" for school do well, said Rick Henry, owner of Stellabella Toys in Cambridge, Mass., in autumn 2010. He sells approximately 50 pieces of lunch boxes, thermoses and the like per month.

Maurice Sendak's magical story has continued to delight generation after generation. This 15" soft and cuddly Sipi is based on Maurice Sendak's classic book. The upcoming "Where the Wild Things Are" movie may reignite interest in these lovable characters.  Note: This item in this size has been discontinued.

Maurice Sendak's magical story has continued to delight generation after generation. This 24" soft and cuddly Bernard is based on Maurice Sendak's classic book.

Maurice Sendak's magical story has continued to delight generation after generation. This 7" soft and cuddly Max is based on Maurice Sendak's classic book. Other sizes may also be available.

This brightly colored backpack can help kids tote their tomes to school.Sturdy back packs are just the right size for younger children. Bold colors and designs. Back packs are 11.5"W X 14" H.
— In a November 2011 survey about best selling educational items, Elmer Carranza, assistant manager of Doodlehopper 4 Kids in Falls Church, Va., told TDmonthly that, "We have backpacks from Crocodile Creek... people love the designs. We sell about 3 a month."

Made from durable rubber, this textured, heavy-duty ball may be used on the playground or in the gym.  The 7”-diameter ball sports whimsical illustrations of dinosaurs, as well as their names. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use, the rubber used to make this ball contains no PVC, latex or vinyl.
— When asked about the best-selling sports items in her Fort Collins, Colo., store, Dandelion Toys owner Jenny Bramhall told TDmonthly, “Playground balls by Crocodile Creek.” Retailers reported sales averaging about six per month of playground balls.
— Seven percent of 60 retailers interviewed by TDmonthly during a March 2009 survey regarding sports and outdoor toys listed play balls as their top sellers in this category.

Bright colored and educational, this space-themed lunchbox from Crocodile Creek features a full-color illustration of the solar system on the zippered front pouch. The planets are named in large print on the lunch box's edge. Measuring 10" W x 7.5" H x 3" D, it can be hand washed in warm water with mild soap.
— “The best-selling is probably lunch boxes,” said Gwen Bowden, manager of Doodlehopper For Kids in Springfield, Va., when asked about top-selling school supplies in July 2008.
— Of 68 retailers surveyed, 7 percent named lunch boxes as their best-selling school supply item.
— “The new pocket in the front of the lunch boxes gives kids a great place for their silverware or their snacks, and parents like them because they can be easily wiped clean, they are free from PVC and phthalates, and … they conform to all U.S. and European safety standards,” Crocodile Creek’s Northwest sales representative, Jeff Saad, told TDmonthly.

Manufactured out of durable polyester, this brightly colored backpack is sized for a younger child. It features adjustable, padded straps, a smaller front zipper compartment, and a mesh pocket for a water bottle on one side along with printed dinosaur graphics.
— Teresa Ford, owner of Kids Ketch in Lewes, Del., told TDmonthly she sells an average of 10 per month of this product — her top-selling backpack.
— Ten percent of retailers said in July 2008 that backpacks top their sales of school supplies.
— “They’re made of great quality materials, where a lot of children’s backpacks are a little cheaper.  The big buzz right now is that they conform to all U.S. and European safety standards, as well,” said Jeff Saad, Crocodile Creek’s Northwest sales representative.

This beautifully designed, well-priced lunch box measures 10" x 7.5" x 3". Special attention has been given to ensure that Crocodile Creek lunchboxes conform to U.S. & European consumer product safety standards. The lunchboxes are completely phthalate and PVC free.
— "For camp lunchboxes, Crocodile Creek is who we usually order from. They're beautiful," said Liz Rosenburg, owner of Toy Box in Amherst, Mass.
— Two of 45 retailers TDmonthly spoke with in summer 2007 said that lunchboxes from Crocodile Creek are best-selling school items. Rosenburg said she sold 30 lunchboxes a month, while another retailer cited monthly sales of four to 16 units.
— "The graphics for Crocodile Creek lunchboxes aren't typical. They're soft-sided and easy to clean and store. They have a front zipper for neat storage space," said Bill Corcoran, marketing manager for Crocodile Creek.

This textured rubber ball features the images and names of many wild animals. Its heavy-duty quality makes it perfect for either indoor or outdoor play. The ball measures 7” in diameter.

Printed in Italy on high-quality paper, this 16-page coloring book is designed to encourage creativity and imagination. Each spread features a colorful jungle animal on one side and then on the next page, an outlined animal that a child can color or paint, as well as blank space and instructions on what to draw.

Printed in Italy on high-quality paper, this 16-page coloring book is designed to encourage creativity and imagination. Each spread features a colorful dinosaur on one side and then on the next page, an outlined dinosaur that a child can color or paint, as well as blank space and instructions on what to draw.

Printed in Italy on high-quality paper, this 16-page coloring book is designed to encourage creativity and imagination. Each spread features a colorful insect on one side and then on the next page, an outlined insect that a child can color or paint, as well as blank space and instructions on what to draw.

Printed in Italy on high-quality paper, this 16-page coloring book is designed to encourage creativity and imagination. Each spread features a colorful sea creature on one side and then on the next page, an outlined animal that a child can color or paint, as well as blank space and instructions on what to draw.