GENTLE GIRAFFE - Curious Kidstuff
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GENTLE GIRAFFE - Curious Kidstuff
welcome GENTLE GIRAFFE Greetings from Your Local Toy Store As YOUR local toy store we share your commitment to the community by keeping a unique business thriving and contributing to local families’ livelihood, the local economy and our community’s well being. We take great pride in bringing in products we know our local customers want and appreciate. Made of hypoallergenic bamboo, Gentle Giraffe plays four jungle sounds — fun sounds for playtime and soothing sounds for sleep time. Two sleep timer options run 23 or 45 minutes. Two AA batteries are included. Ages 0+. $24.99 While these are some of our favorite toys and games, they are but a small selection of the hundreds of fun, unique, and exciting items we stock year round. We make an extra effort to search out those new and creative toys and games that come from companies (small and not-so-small) that share our values and commitment to our customers. We try to emphasize “green” toys as well as those from local Northwest companies. SLEEP SHEEP Designed to help soothe babies to sleep in a safe, calming way, Sleep Sheep’s sound box tucked safely inside has soft sounds from nature and the reassuring sound of a mother’s heartbeat. Ages 0+. $27.99 Have a great holiday season! SOPHIE VANILLA TEETHER Soft and supple with a nice vanilla smell, this features many chewable parts and multi-textured surface for massaging the gums. It’s easy to grasp and comes in strawberry pink, green almond or apricot. Ages 0+. $14.99 SOPHIE GIRAFFE Eight whimsically colored pieces stack in any order. Its unique design has no center post, making this stacker super safe. No BPA, PVC, phthalates, or external coatings. Made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic milk jugs. Ages 6 months+. Part of babies’ lives for more than 40 years, Sophie is considered the world’s best teething toy. She’s made of 100% rubber and food paint. She makes a happy sound when squeezed, teaching cause and effect. Ages 0+. $14.99 $19.99 GREEN TOYS STACKER SAFETY WARNING: Toys appropriate for children over 3 years of age may have small parts and could create a choking hazard. SAFETY ASSURANCE: We care about the safety of your child. Our products are carefully tested by certified testing laboratories and meet or exceed the Consumer Protection Safety Act’s strict safety standards. AVAILABILITY: Sale of these products subject to availability. Shop early for the best selection. Prices are subject to changes beyond our control. •1• infants and toddlers activity toys MANHATTAN CLASSIC BABY BEADS Young babies will delight in the smooth and brightly colored beads. Made from sustainable wood with a beautiful non-toxic finish, these are a wonderful gift for the new baby in your life. Ages 3 months. $8.99 PACIFIER CLIPS & KRINGELRING Kringelring Flexible elements threaded on elastic band and a non-toxic, child-friendly finish make Kringelring a quality, fun teething toy. Designed and manufactured in Germany by Haba. Ages 0+. $15.99 PLANTOYS SORTING BUS A pull toy shape sorter disguised as a school bus, the Sorting Bus encourages development of imagination, fine and gross motor skills. Toddlers can drive it through their imaginary neighborhood. Ages 19 months-3 years. I N F A N T S $34.99 ROLLIPOP BUNNY BUDDY BLANKETS Babies just LOVE these buddy blankets, so your best bet is to buy them by the bunch! Plush floppy eared bunnies have a snuggly soft velour blanket, lined and edged in silky satin. Available in a variety of colors, this will be the perfect security blanket for your special baby! Machine wash and tumble dry. Age Birth and up. $22.99 If you can sit up, you can play with Rolipop. Drop one of the large, brightly colored balls into the funnel and watch it go around and around to the bottom. Then do it again toddlers love to see that gravity works the same way every time (who said you can’t find science toys for toddlers!). Great for eye-hand coordination. Ages 9 months+. $32.99 MINI EDUANIMALS CRAWL & DISCOVER MAT Strong visuals such as contrasting black and white attract babies to explore, crawl, and learn. While exploring, babies will discover a removable mirror, fun sounds and textures. Explore on! Ages 3 months+. This set includes 22 soft flexible mini edublocks and 6 soft animals. A perfect pick for enhancing shape and color recognition, fine motor skills and creative play, they are specifically designed for a young child’s grip. Lead and phthalate free. Ages 18 months+. $39.99 $34.99 •2• & T O D D L E R S infants and toddlers I N F A N T S & T O D D L E R S TWIN RATTLE Delightful suns spin around one another as they gently rattle. Made of sturdy, color-safe plastic, it’s an ideal size to pop in your bag for portable play. $5.99 AMBI MAX PULL ALONG DOG Make bathtime the best time for your baby with the Ambi Max Pull Along Dog by Ambi Toys. Ages 6 months+. $19.99 COLOR ROLLER Roll or spin this visually stimulating toddler push toy along the floor to create all the colors of the rainbow. It’s 23″ high and 5″ wide, perfect for ages 18 months+. SWITCH BACK RACE TRACK Place cars at the top of the track, then watch them whizz and flip down to the bottom and roll across the floor. Ages 18 months+. $24.99 $72.99 OBALL Oball is full of finger holes making it easy to catch, captivating to hold, and safe to throw. Shiny, smooth, flexible, durable and virtually indestructible — Oball is the ideal ball! Ages 0+. $7.99 DANCING ALLIGATOR Explore the wild side with this adorable alligator! When pulled, the wooden pieces make rhythmic click-clack sounds. PlanToys are made from non-toxic, natural materials such as organic rubberwood. Ages 2+. $19.99 DR. SEUSS FISHBOWL One fish, two fish…babies will love practicing putting the bright Dr. Seuss fish into their bowl and dumping them out. The rattle, jingle, squeak, and crinkle sounds of each fish will entice babies to play again and again. Ages 9 months+. $27.99 WHEELY BUGS They go backwards, forwards, sideways, and round and round. Wheely Bugs help promote gross motor skills and balance like no other toy. The padded sponge layer is covered with easily-cleaned polyurethane. Ideal indoors. Ages 1.5+. $69.99 •3• imaginative play LADY KATE DRESS This dress is made out of a beautiful velvety velour, with a satin inset, and gold braided trim. The included adjustable headpiece completes the medieval look. Available in two sizes to fit most children. Coordinating cape also available. $34.99 GREEN TOYS TOOL SET It’s the world’s most environmentally friendly tool kit! This awesome 15 piece set includes a tool box, screwdrivers, hammer, saw, wrench, pliers, connectors, nails, bolts, and nuts. Made in the USA of recycled milk jugs. Ages 3+. CAPTAIN HOOK SET This fabulous pirate costume will have your child playing Peter Pan all day long. A brand new release from Creative Education of Canada, it includes jacket, pants, hat and hook - all it’s missing is the crocodile! $29.99 GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPY PUPPET This lifelike Golden Retriever puppet features soft golden plush, a workable mouth and soulful black eyes. He’ll be a beloved family pet for years to come. A portion of the proceeds go to Canine Companions. Ages 3+. $ MY CREATIVE COOKERY CLUB The perfect wood roleplaying kitchen for one or more chefs, it has a see-through door, cupboard or “refrigerator”, cook top, sink and utensil rack. This 30-piece set includes a variety of food, pots, pans, utensils, salt and pepper. Ages 3+. I M A G I N A T I V E $129.99 $22.99 LEARNING RESOURCES CASH REGISTER This red and blue cash register is exciting with its real cash register sounds! No batteries required because the calculator is solar powered. This awesome learning toy comes with 40 life-sized bills, 40 coins and a pretend credit card to swipe in its lifelike credit card reader! Ages 2-8. Let this udderly adorable puppet milk a smile out of you! With her silky soft hide, mooovable mouth and eyes, she’ll be the cream of your puppet collection. She’s 14″ tall. Ages 3+. $39.99 $22.99 COW STAGE PUPPET •4• P L A Y imaginative play I M A G I N A T I V E P L A Y FURNISHED SCHOOL BUILDING Do you remember playing school as a child? Children can create a perfect school when they set up the music, science and art rooms. Friendly teachers and smiling students make this school a fun place to be! Ages 4+. $169.99 ADVENTURE CAPES Adventure awaits! Slay a dragon, search for buried treasure, or be the superhero who saves the world. Little Adventurers capes, designed by moms, come in a wide variety of styles and are made of super soft velour with satin lining. The velcro closures are easy for children to use, so they don’t have to interrupt their play to ask for help. Machine washable. Matching reversible masks availble to complete the look. Ages 2+. $17.99 “It's kinda fun to do the impossible” LIFT OFF ROCKET SHIP This four-level spaceship provides fuel for imaginative explorations. It’s similar to actual space shuttles with mission control, an onboard laboratory, living compartment, exercise room and working elevator. Refuel with the solar panel. The lift-off rocket for independent travel secures safely on the top when it lands. Includes two astronauts, a robot, land rover, alien, moon crater and more. $119.99 Walt Disney Shopping has never been so fun! MELISSA AND DOUG SHOPPING CART Open up this beautiful chest and young princesses will find a birthday party fit for a princess. Party guests in their finery can dine on cake while enjoying the big day. A perfect gift for girls on the go! Ages 4+. This durable metal shopping cart is just like the real thing. With pivoting front wheels, a folding doll seat, and protective corner bumpers, your little shoppers can take their very own trip to the market. Ages 3+. $49.99 $49.99 PLAYMOBIL TAKE ALONG PRINCESS FANTASY CHEST •5• imaginative play PLAYMOBIL GREAT DRAGON CASTLE Watch out! There is a fierce battle amongst humans and dragons. Let your imagination run wild while as you set up your defense and plan your attack. Ages 4+. PINK ROSE TEA SET Everything’s coming up roses in this 15-piece tin tea set. Includes 4 plates, 4 cups and saucers, teapot with lid and serving tray. The tray measures 9-1/2” x 6-1/4”. Ages 3+. $24.99 $154.99 CARNIVAL PUPPET THEATER The spring-loaded rod fits just about any doorframe. Made of bright, heavy-duty fabric, it has working curtains, a large fold-out stage, 4 storage pockets, and a curved backdrop to hide performers. Rolls up for storage in a carrying case. $99.99 NOW I’M READING PLAYS . $16.99 MEDICAL KIT (BATTAT) Everything the young doctor needs, including scissors, tongs, tweezers, mirror, stethoscope, thermometer, syringe, hammer, blood pressure monitor and ear examiner. Ages 3+. $19.99 •6• I M A G I N A T I V E P L A Y construction toys C O N S T R U C T I O N DESIGN AND DRILL WORKSHOP TECHNICS BUILDING BLOCK SETS We were so excited about this new addition to Haba’s great line-up of building blocks that Haba gave our catalog an exclusive! These sets transform block play as blocks become vehicles thanks to the unique clips and wheels. These sets are a novel addition to a child’s block collection, or work great alone. Fosters spatial ability, perseverance, motor skills and creativity. Ages 3+. Children love creating their own designs or following the set’s 20 activity cards to make pictures and patterns. Just snap a drill bit into the power drill or screwdriver handle, grab a handful of big bolts, and turn on the learning fun. Ages 3+. $59.99 Basic Set (26 pieces) $69.99 Large Set (49 pieces) $99.99 KLUTZ LEGO CONTRAPTIONS BOOK This award-winning book includes complete plans for making marvelous moving machines out of the special Legos that come with the book and some basic pieces you’ve already got at home. Ages 7+. WEDGITS DELUXE Wedgits offer creative challenges to young engineers. Their open-ended design stimulates children’s perception and reasoning skills as they stack, nest and align these rhombus and octahedron shaped toys. Kids can actually build a jumping frog by interlocking their Wedgits. Ages 3+. $39.99 $19.99 T O Y S QUADRILLA MELODY BASIC SET GEORELLO TOOLBOX Build exciting working structures with this 165-piece gear set. Pillars, 6-way axles, connectors, extenders, meshing gears, cranks and adjustable “chain” get things moving. Two large bases for building also function as a lid for storage. Made in Italy. Ages 5+. The newest addition to the Quadrilla marble run family, the Melody Basic Set gives children the opportunity to experiment with adding musical tone bars to their marble run. How they build the run determines how fast and in what order the tones are played. Get multiple marbles going through the run at once for a myriad of melodic motifs! Ages 4+. $37.99 $59.99 •7• construction toys KEVA CONTRAPTIONS Do you have a creator in your house? Using 200 wooden planks, children can create ramps, tunnels, towers and chutes. A book with 18 pages of ideas can get kids started or they can just let their imaginations soar. Ages 7+. MYTHMORPHS Snap together the 35 rugged plastic pieces to form endless poseable creatures. Make a Griffon, Unicorn, Loch Ness Monster, and Sea Dragon or morph them to create fantasy creatures. Ages 3+. $19.99 MELISSA & DOUG UNIT BLOCKS Sixty natural finished, smoothsanded hardwood blocks come in a handsome wooden storage crate for easy storage. Ideal for building and introducing the relation of part to whole. Great value! Ages 3+. $59.99 MAGFORMERS Creative minds love the freedom of this magnetic building set. There’s no wrong way to put the pieces together. The magnets are fully encapsulated inside each piece, designed never to repel one another and always to connect. Ages 5+. $19.99 - 79.99 $49.99 MELISSA & DOUG WOODEN WORKBENCH Keep your little builder busy with this wooden workbench. It’s the perfect size, right down to the nuts and bolts. Includes a functioning vise, tool rack, wooden tools, hardware and a storage shelf. Ideas to spark the imagination are included! Ages 3+. $99.99 CARNIVAL SET Design and build your own carnival rides! Explore and experiment with three geometric shapes to create simple and complex 3-D models. The set includes 22 squares, 12 triangles, 2 hexagons, and 2 squares with carnival dolls. Ages 5+. MAGFORMERS 30 PIECE ZOOB-BOTS Countless 3-D geometric structures can be built with the 12 triangles and 18 squares in the 30-piece Magformers. They come in red and purple, blue and green, or multicolored. Ages 5+. $24.99 Zoob-Bot Inspired by kids! The idea for ZOOB-Bot came from all the submissions to the ZOOB online gallery for robots and aliens. This set features a pull-back friction motor and motion activates the lights in the robot’s eyes. Ages 6+. •8• C O N S T R U C T I O N T O Y S vehicles V E H I C L E S AUTOMOBLOX MINI 3 PACK Start your engines and let your creativity roll! Young vehicle lovers can swap engines and chassis using the interchangeable car parts to make a vehicle that is all their own. Ages 3+. $29.99 BRUDER GARBAGE TRUCK Perfect for toddlers, this heavy duty, rough and tough 17-1/2″ Bruder truck comes with a garbage container, soft rubber tires, and doors that open. Just like a real garbage truck, the trash bin dumps into the back of the truck, which opens to empty its load. Ages 2+. $44.99 FIRE BOAT WITH TRAILER What is more fun than a toy that captures a child’s imagination? One that actually floats on water! Young firefighters can use the fire hose to squirt water and save the day. And, add an underwater motor (sold separately) to really fire up the action. Ages 4+ $24.99 PLANTOYS WOODEN AIRPORT AND TRAIN SET Children love building realistic and contemporary cities with the PlanCity collection. They can learn about many different services, forms of transportation and types of buildings found in today’s cities and towns. PlanCity provides an ideal opportunity to practice real life skills through play. When they play together, children share their creative ideas, role play, and develop important social skills. GREEN TOYS FIRE TRUCK Made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic milk containers, the fire truck is good for the Earth and safe for the little folks who play there. The fire truck’s sturdy roof ladder pivots vertically and rotates 360 degrees. $24.99 GREEN TOYS TUGBOAT (not pictured). The colorful tugboat floats great and has a wide spout to scoop and pour water. Ages 6 months+. $24.99 PLAN CITY AIRPORT Airport comes complete with a 2-story play area, flight control tower, working elevator, car park and check-in counter, luggage conveyor-belt and sky-path. It includes an airplane, cargo trailer and two pilots. Ages 3+. $79.99 DYNA RIDES MICRO RACER Just crank and go with this remote-controlled full-function battery-free street racer! Set includes two interchangeable car bodies and a three-inone charger/launcher/ controller. Crank it up for minutes of fun. Ages 6+. $29.99 PLAN TOYS ROAD & RAIL SET The tracks in this 38-piece set include a crossing track, a station, train, car, semaphor, traffic sign and lights, figures and trees. It’s everything the little engineer needs! Ages 3+. $59.99-$199.99 (set shown is $89.99) •9• music MUSIC MAKER CASPAR BABYPANTS Anyone, regardless of experience, can play beautiful music with the Music Maker. Just slide a songsheet under the strings and pluck the string above each note. It’s a great way to introduce the joys of music Seattle’s Chris Ballew, frontman of the band Presidents of the United States of America, creates music for kids that their parents enjoy. Oddball, funny, kidfriendly with an emphasis on the story and words, he offers Here I Am!, More, Please!, and his new CD, This Is Fun! $34.99 $12.99 UKULELE This child-sized guitar has a wonderful tone. This tiny four-stringed instrument makes a lovely island sound. Our high quality wood ukulele from Woodstock comes with instructions, songs, and a pick, and is as much fun for kids as adults. Ages 3+. $34.99 MAKE YOUR OWN MUSIC VIDEO Whether you lip-sync or play your own tunes, you can create an awesome video starring your awesome self. Film yourself in front of the included green screen and use the free downloadable video-editing software to swap out the green background for any background you like. All you need is a basic video camera, a computer, and a dream. Ages 8+. $16.99 LITTLE HANDS MUSIC BAND The first few years of a child’s life is the key time to introduce them to music through play. Edushape musical instruments are enticing to touch, perfect to pitch and safe for very young children. This set includes a tuned xylophone with rounded edges, handle and a safety mallet, a small hand held drum with bright beads inside that can be shook like a tambourine, a brightly colored rainstick and a rattle roller. 12 months+. $49.99 MELODIA MUSIC BOX A hand cranked melody can be magically started and stopped with delight. Unlike most music boxes, this crank can be turned both clockwise and counterclockwise. The simple mechanics are sandwiched between colorful wooden housing. Ages 18 months+. The adjustable lanyard and drumsticks are perfectly sized for toddlers who love to beat on the big drum. PlanToys uses only eco-friendly materials — chemicalfree recycled rubberwood and water-based accent colors — and minimal waste manufacturing. $19.99 $34.99 PLANTOYS BIG DRUM • 10 • M U S I C arts and crafts A R T S CHANDELIER & Make a dazzling chandelier for your room! Cardboard pieces slide together to decorate with strings of pearlescent beads, crystal garland, rhinestones and glitter gel. Hanger included. The 12″ x 11″ chandelier is not electrical; for decorative use only. Ages 7+. $17.99 BEAD THE MESSAGE Create secret messages using the 38 uniquely colored beads. Each bead color stands for a number, letter, space, etc. Give friends the patented decoder or show them the interactive online decoder so they can read your message. Ages 4+. $19.99 DO ART TRAVEL EASEL C R A F T S WIND-UP WORKSHOP ROBOTS With a little creative crafting you can make your own whimsical wind-ups. Embellish 5 wind-up mechanisms with colorful cardboard cut outs, retro-robot stickers, wiggly eyes and mini markers. Ages 7–9. This portable studio is perfect for young artists ready to graduate from crayons. The 34-piece set includes artistquality Faber-Castell pastels, markers, chalk, white board marker, colored pencils, pencil sharpener, sponge and drawing pad to use with the chalkboard, white board and a drawing easel. Everything fits neatly inside. Ages 5-95. $29.99 $14.99 YOUNG ART TEXTURE PAINT SET This 12-piece set has everything you need to experiment with color, texture, paint and patterns. Includes 5 colors of washable tempera paint, 5 texture tools, paint tray and paper, plus a fully illustrated instruction guide. Ages 5+. $15.99 YOUNG ARTIST ESSENTIALS GIFT SET This deluxe wood case gift set features a 64-piece assortment of Faber-Castell’s premium quality art supplies. Perfect for giftgiving, it is designed to delight and inspire young artists ready to graduate from crayons. Ages 6+. $49.99 • 11 • arts and crafts HARRISVILLE DESIGNS POTHOLDER LOOM This metal loom makes colorful potholders to keep or give. It’s one of those wonderful old fashioned inventions that’s fun and easy for all ages! With improved peg design, the loops won’t slip off while you weave. Ages 6+. $24.99 BIRD & ROBOT PENCIL/SKETCHBOOK Eeboo is famous for their beautiful children's games and art kits featuring the art of well-loved children's book illustrators. The newest additions to their line of colored pencil tins and matching sketch pads are the Gold Birds and Silver Robots sets. Each comes with 22 brightly colored pencils and 2 metallic pencils - one gold and one silver. The coordinating 7"x 9" spiral bound sketch pad completes the gift. Ages 3+. MEHNDI HENNA OR MEHNDI GLITTER KITS Colored Pencil Sets $14.99 7" x 9" Sketch Pads $5.99 $12.99 The exotic non-permanent body art of the Far East, traditional Mehndi is drawn on the hands and feet, but you can apply it anywhere. Ralph Waldo Emerson DOODLE WIRE $16.99 & C R A F T S “Its a happy talent to know how to play” This craft kit includes soft, plastic-wrapped steel wire that is a joy to bend. Curl and swirl it to make any shape you can imagine: from bunnies to birds, dogs to frogs, magic wands to balloon bouquets. After you make a wire doodle, exhibit it in a place of honor and invite admiration from one and all, or unbend it and make another. Ages 8+ A R T S RAINBOW BLINGLETS Creating jewelry has never been easier. Decorateby-numbers Stick ‘n’ Style craft kits are a Blingtastic hit with crafters everywhere. Includes 2 large bangles, 1 small bangle, and more than 300 shimmering jewel stickers. Ages 5+. $18.99 • 12 • arts and crafts A R T S P’KOLINO EASEL Use it as a traditional easel, a chalkboard, a whiteboard, or a puppet theater. The art board has a chalkboard side and a whiteboard side. It holds paper rolls up to 18″. Organization and cleanup are easy. The entire unit folds flat for easy storage. Ages 3+. $99.99 PUZZIBITS MEGAMIX SET & C R A F T S Create a flower, a robot, a seahorse or whatever you can imagine! The interlocking pieces of this building set allow for 2-D or 3-D designs. With 1250 pieces, everyone in the family can get in on the fun! Ages 6+. $49.99 KLUTZ HAND ART CARDBOARD ROCKET SHIP Your hand can make different things, from dragons to cats. This fun hand art kit comes with a book of hand design ideas. But don’t you need something else to make animals with your hands? Good thing this book also comes with crayons, googly eyes, glue and pom poms! Ages 4+. Every kid likes to play with a cardboard box, but who has one shaped like a rocket ship that doubles as a play space? Safe and fun, these toys make a great art project as well as a home for your most far out adventures. The rocket even folds up flat for storage! Ages 18 months+. $9.95 $54.99 MARY’S SOFTDOUGH Red, blue, green and yellow dough in 4-oz. tubs plus rolling pin and cutout shapes. This soft, non-crumbly modeling dough holds up well to lots of creative play and when stored in its container will last up to a year. Ingredients: flour, water, salt, cream of tartar, soybean oil, food coloring and sodium benzoate (a food preservative). Ages 3+. MANDALA DESIGNER $9.99 $15.99 Create an infinite number of beautiful Mandala designs! Comes with a frame, one stencil wheel, paper, felt tip pen and four coloring pencils. Ages 6+. • 13 • arts and crafts ENVIRO SHOPPING BAG THE LITTLE EXPERIENCE Build a bird café, spaceship or pirate ship of wood, or knit a monkey! Everything you need is in the box, including instructions for turning the box into a toy. Ages range from 5+ to 8+. $19.99 Use fewer plastic bags by substituting your own reusable fabric bag that you’ve decorated yourself. Includes one 14 x 15-inch bag, two stencils, and all the supplies and directions to make it your own. Ages 5+. A R T S & $9.99 CHARM IT! “The imaginative child will become the imaginative man or woman most apt to invent, and therefore to foster, civilization.” CHARM IT! is the original, interchangeable, charm jewelry and accessory system made just for girls! There’s a huge selection of themes and styles that represent you! With a simple snap of a clasp, you can personalize your own jewelry. L. Frank Baum $4.99 NORTHWEST CRITTERS COLORING BOOK BUBBER SET WITH TRAY Discover the joy of carving in a soft compound that leaves clean, sharp lines and amazing imprints. Bubber is non-toxic, leaves no stain and never dries out, so you can play with it over and over. Great for developing fine motor skills! Ages 3+. Many hidden images within the overall image make these great for anyone who takes coloring books seriously. The book contains 15 intricate drawings of animal spirits by local artist Sue Coccia, inspired by totem designs of Northwest native cultures. $19.99 $12.99 • 14 • C R A F T S dolls and plush toys D O L L S COROLLE/TIDOO COROLLE/CALIN These 12 inch soft-bodied dolls make a perfect "first doll" gift. Calin and Tidoo are beautifully made in a variety of skin tones with eyes that open and shut and skin that smells of vanilla. Calin is a traditional soft bodied doll, while Tidoo is a quick drying bath doll that floats. Ages 18 months+. Tidoo $34.99 Calin $29.99 Outfits & Accessories $4.99+ COROLLE/ROCKING CRADLE It's "rock-a-bye" for a favorite baby doll in this pretty ruffle-trimmed cradle, complete with coordinating pillow and blanket. Fits up to a 17-inch baby doll. Ages 3+. $59.99 & P L U S H T O Y S CATS & DOGS IN PURSES PAPER DOLLS Each set of two eeBoo dolls comes with a two-sided stand-up scene and two sheets of reusable electrostatic vinyl clothes and accessories. Assorted styles. Ages 5+. Each stylish purse comes with a Douglas plush pet inside. Whether a horse, cat, dog or bear, it can go everywhere with its little lady. Ages 3+. $15.99 $24.99 UGLYDOLLS The award-winning Uglydoll plush characters have their own distinct personalities. They inspire creativity while reminding us that we are all unique in our own way. Babies through adults love them for their own reasons, from softness to quirky humor. Ages 0+. CALICO CRITTERS OF CLOVERLEAF CORNERS $19.99 BAGS $5.99 $ Welcome to the cute and cuddly world of Calico Critters! Designed with remarkable attention to detail, these adorable miniature animals live in precious homes decorated with life-like furniture and accessories. Many styles available. Ages 3+. • 15 • dolls and plush toys BABY SAM BOY DOLL Learning to love and care for children is an important skill for both boys and girls. Now, your little man can have a boy doll to love and cherish. Easy-to-change diaper and outfit and a pacifier that magnetically attaches to his mouth. This baby is a lot of fun! Ages 12 months+. $29.99 GROOVY GIRLS For over 10 years, these adorable dolls have been making children happy. With their cool, easy-to-dress outfits, Groovy Girls are a fun start to imaginative playtime. Ages 3+. & $19.99 GROOVY GIRLS DRESS UP D O L L S UNICORN What’s better than a new groovy girl? Having a matching outfit of your own! Now your child can dress up like their favorite groovy girl Whether playing princess with Seraphina in a beautiful pink gown and sparkly crown, or flying through the garden with Becca Butterfly in a bright pink and yellow dress with matching wings it’s magical! Ages 3-6. Say the magic word and this magnificent creature will transport you to dream land! Abracadabra is a 27″ soft plush unicorn, with a metallic gold horn and lavender chiffon bridle, just waiting to rest on your bed. Ages 1+. $44.99 LYANNA LEOPARD Grrr! Lyanna Leopard, with her soft spotted fur and velvet brown paws is ready for adventure - and then maybe a nap. Developed to resemble the real animals they represent, Manhattan Wildlife Collection friends come with a hang tag that describes the animal’s unique characteristics. All Ages. $39.99 $17.99 LES DOLLIES MATRYOSHKA DOLLS Stylish and full of mischievous charm, Les Dollies toddler dolls, with their bright bold outfits — and hair! — are sure to delight budding fashionistas. They have soft cloth bodies, vinyl faces and hands, fixed eyes and rooted hair. Ages 3+. Matryoshka Madness! Has introduced a new range of exciting nesting dolls in toy-safe ABS plastic, in eighteen fun designs! From Ninjas, Robots and Fairies... to Pandas, Monsters and Pirates! Ages 3-15. $29.99 $14.99 • 16 • P L U S H T O Y S active play A C T I V E P L A Y BADEN PLAYGROUND BALLS Get out and play! Playground balls are a timeless classic for year-around outdoor play. Great for a rousing game of kickball, dodgeball or 4-square, our balls come in a variety of colors and patterns to brighten up any day. All Ages. Prices vary by size and style. ASTROJAX Three weighted foam balls attached by a string with the middle ball freely moving: a simple idea, yet the construction of Astrojax is very sophisticated. The balls’ fast spinning motion is based on physical principles of rotational dynamics. Each ball has two bright LEDs. $22.99 FUN AND FUNCTION/SADDLE SCOOTER EZY ROLLER This multiple award winner from New Zealand is the coolest ride-on toy around. With its expandable frame, it is adaptable for ages three up to teenagers. It moves silently using the power of left/right leg movement. Slung low to the ground, its like a cross between riding a snake and a race car. Ages 3+. This soft high density foam scooter can be used sitting, kneeling or prone, giving even the youngest child a feeling of confidence and security. Appropriate for indoor or outdoor play, children strengthen both upper and lower body while improving balance, posture and coordination. Non-marring rubber casters swivel 360 degrees and will hold up to 160 pounds. Ages 24 months+. $54.99 $109.99 EDUSHAPE SENSORY BALLS Squeeze this pig’s belly to launch soft foam balls. Squeeze harder and they’ll shoot up to 20 feet. Safe for indoor and outdoor play, Pig Popper includes 6 soft foam balls and a carrying net. Works with all Power Popper Balls and refills. We’ve loved these sensory balls with their intriguing bumps for years - but they just got better! Now with contrasting colors on the bumps, these balls engage a child’s sight as well as touch. These 7″ diameter balls are boxed for easy gift-giving and come in 4 combinations of contrasting colors. Phthalate free. Ages 6 months+. $9.99 $14.99 PIG POPPER • 17 • active play KaZAM BALANCE BIKES This pedal-less bike comes in blue, pink, green and red! Just sit on KaZAM and scoot around. Once you feel confident you can place your feet on the footrest and glide. This bike teaches the basics of balancing on two wheels so you can skip training wheels! Weight should not exceed 55 lbs. Ages 3 years +. $89.99 MINI KICK BOARD This scooter is low to the ground and wide enough for two feet when you want to just glide along. It’s made with a “lean and steer” design, to simplify turning corners. Its three wheels help with balancing and make children more confident to ride. Weight Limit: 66 lbs. Ages 3-5. $79.99 WATER BLOCKS SUPER SET Imagine a marble run for the bath tub and you’ve got Water Blocks! These foam blocks stick to the side of the tub or tile when wet. Use the large foam balls when you get your course set and let ‘em slide! For added play, pour water down the ramps for an awesome waterfall. Ages 3+. $19.99 DOINKIT DARTS Marky Sparky set out to develop the best magnetic dart set on the planet. We think they succeeded. Each dart uses N-35 Neodymium rare earth magnets and light, durable space age Doinkit material that keeps the dart flying perfectly true. Ages 3+. This new kickboard is made with reinforced fiberglass for more durability. The adjustable handlebars allow kids of all heights to have an easy ride. Learning how to steer this three-wheeled scooter takes some practice, but don’t give up! Once you learn it’s lots of fun! Weight Limit: 120 lbs. Ages 6+. $27.99 $149.99 MAXI KICK SCOOTER • 18 • A C T I V E P L A Y active play A C T I V E P L A Y DJUBI The coolest twist on the game of catch! Djubi (pronounced joo-bee) is played with specially designed rackets and a unique ball called the Djubi. Hook It! Launch It! Catch It! It launches up to 100 feet and it’s easy to catch! Ages 8+. $29.99 WAHOO The jumpiest, bounciest, happiest puppy ever. Wahoo never gets tired. He won’t chew your shoes. Shedding? Not Wahoo! All Wahoo wants is to be loved and to be jumped on. Remember, Wahoo is still a puppy, and puppies love to play! Ages 3+. $44.99 LISTON CONCEPTS – JESTER LUNASTIX This amazing juggling toy sharpens coordination in a soothing way. Jester Lunastix are perfect for the beginning juggler since their design allows them to fly slower and longer. You won’t be able put them down! Ages 8+. $28.99 STOMP ROCKET Stomp® on the Launch Pad and a blast of air propels the Stomp Rocket® over 200 feet in the air! The kit contains 4 rockets with the OG-1 Nosecone. Ages 8+. Junior is available for younger children. $28.99 FOLD-N-GO TRAMPOLINE GRANDPA’S STILTS Grandpa’s Stilts are made of quality straight-grained hardwood and will last for years. Made in Idaho (by Grandpa, of course!), they come in 2 sizes. Ages 6+. $57.99 This trampoline helps kids stay fit and have fun. Its durable frame and pre-assembled trampoline mat (no bungees!) make it easy to assemble and disassemble. Padded handle bar and frame cover add safety. Compact fold-away storage opens up valuable play space when all the jumping is done. Ages 3+. $99.99 • 19 • active play SPOONER YOMEGA POWER BRAIN Learn to skateboard, surf and snowboard with the safest trainer board on the market. It simulates most board sports, but its ability to ride in any small space is unique. Enjoy the benefits of balance training and core stability. Two sizes in assorted colors. A yo-yo with prolonged spin time and super-smooth automatic returns! The Power Brain is the newest autoreturn yo-yo from Yomega and features a piston-like 4-way synchronized clutch system. Ages 8+. $12.99 $39.99/$49.99 HOP BALL Made in Italy, this Hop ball is the very best quality. Made of super strong, soft, latex-free vinyl for durability, it promotes children’s body coordination, balance, and lymph circulation and provides a fun workout. Special patented handgrip safety handle. Available in three sizes. Ages 3+. KID-O BILIBO Play fun, imaginative games indoors or outdoors, in the grass or sandbox! It can even be used in shallow water or snow! Cart this light, fun rocking chair, spin chair, or even a turtle shell around with you anywhere. 100% Recyclable. Ages 2-7. $29.99-$34.99 $29.99 MAVERICK POGO STICK MINI LUGE Inspired by Olympic luge racing, this unique plastic snow sled is safe, easy to learn and a very exhilarating downhill sport! It’s compact, lightweight, very maneuverable and handles all types of terrain. Feet-first design for easy braking. Lever for stability and turning. U.S.A. Holds up to 250 pounds. $39.99 The Maverick junior pogo stick is ideal for the beginner. Its rugged metal frame is covered with foam. The precision design includes extra-wide and deep footpads, easy-grip handles and a rubber tip to help the rider stay in control. Supports 40 to 80 pounds; fully assembled. Ages 5-9. $34.99 • 20 • A C T I V E P L A Y science S C I E N C E 6 in 1 EDUCATIONAL SOLAR KIT BIG BAG OF SCIENCE $19.99 $39.99 Mini solar building kits teach children the benefits of solar energy while they create a fun toy. This excellent beginner building kit teaches how solar power drives a small motor. No tools required to build six working models. Ages 8+. If you’ve ever wanted to make your own laboratory, look no further than this bag of science secrets. This kit contains over 60 different experiments in a reusable bag. A Geyser Tube, polymers, crystals, Insta-Snow®, acids and bases, slime…it’s in the kit and the 30-page instruction manual. MY FIRST LAB DUO/SCOPE HEXBUG NANO HABITAT Build your own Hexbug Nano Battlefield! Includes 4 Hex cells plus several unique multilevel pieces and bridges. Pieces easily connect and disconnect. Hexbug Nano is the micro-robotic creature that acts like a real bug! Includes 2 extremely rare Nanos and everything to make them a happy home. Ages 3+. $29.99 You would need two instruments to view what this one does―a basic biological scope to look at specimens on a slide (light shines up from under the slide and through the tissue) and a traditional stereo or dissecting microscope to view solid objects at lower power (light shines down onto the specimen to be observed). Battery power makes it portable for field study. Includes real optical lenses, multiple eyepieces, 5 blank slides, 1 concave slide, 4 prepared slides, 2 bottles of "stain", forceps, plastic test tube, plastic petri dish, and more! Ages 9+. $84.99 SNAP CIRCUITS 300 Snap Circuits makes learning electronics easy and fun! The SC-300 model has over 60 parts for creating 300 projects. With lights, sounds, motors and more, you’ll have fun making beeping games and learning basic electronics. Ages 8+. T3 TRANSFORMING ROBOT $59.99 $19.99 T3’s solar-powered robot easily transforms into three intergalactic designs: Tank, Robot and Scorpion. The easy instructions and basic building skills are all that’s needed to see the benefits of solar energy. Ages 10+. • 21 • science SCIENCE WIZ PRIMARY SCIENCE KIT Built for little hands, this science kit comes with 12 scientific tools that are made of plastic. Perfect for young children because it won’t break! If you don’t know any science experiments to do, don’t fret. This kit also comes with ten laminated cards with different child-friendly experiments. Ages 4+. $39.99 Norman & Globus science kits are written with the child in mind. These kits have been used in science camps and classes around the world. An illustrated book describes the experiments and theories in a fun, educational way. Chemistry, Electricity ages 5-10; Magnetism, Inventions and Chemistry Plus ages 8+. $19.99 REPOGLE GLOBE Inspire a lifelong love of geography. The vibrant Explorer Globe puts the whole world right at your fingertips. It contains more than 4,000 location names and political boundary markings, a gold-colored base and semimeridian. Measures 12″ in diameter. HEXBUG INCHWORM Full-range remote control that reacts to touch and sound. The Hexbug Inchworm is the first full-range control robotic creature in the Hexbug lineup. Dual band control means two separate Inchworms can be controlled at the same time. Ages 8+. $39.99 $19.99 SUSTAINABLE EARTH LAB Construct a miniature water treatment plant. Manufacture recycled paper and plastic. Get an understanding of the population growth. Explore the causes and consequences of the greenhouse effect. Experiment with heat transfer and insulation. Build devices to explore wind, water, and solar power. Become an “energy detective” and track down wasteful energy uses. The 48-page manual guides experiments and conservation activities. Ages 10+. $54.99 SEA MONKEYS ® A miracle of nature! They exist in suspended animation inside their tiny eggs for years. The instant-life crystals, in which the eggs are enclosed, preserve their viability and help to extend still further their un-hatched life span. Ages 6+. $14.99 • 22 • S C I E N C E science S C I E N C E SOLAR ROVER Build this cool rover using parts provided and an old soda can and learn how sunlight is converted into energy. Detailed instructions included. Ages 8+. $19.99 THUMBLERS TUMBLER - SUMNER, WA Rock tumbling is a hobby the family can enjoy together. If you are truly interested in producing flawless gems through the tumbling process, this Rock Tumbler with Accessory Kit is Ideal. Made in Washington. $84.99 MOUSETRAP RACER Part car, part mousetrap, the end result of this kit is a lesson on turning potential energy into kinetic energy. Includes detailed instructions and all parts. Ages 14+. $19.99 3D MIRASCOPE Using parabolic mirrors to create a holograph, the 3-D Mirascope creates instant illusions. It looks real, but your finger goes right through it! Change the object for the same incredible effect. Ages 8+. $14.99 CONSTRUCTION SERIES Build your own models as you learn scientific principles such as physics, solar power, electronics and more. A 48-page booklet with each kit gives detailed building instructions and loads of scientific information. Children learn through play! Ages 8+. $39.99 MAKE GUMMIES, CHOCOLATE OR GUM TOTALLY IRRESPONSIBLE SCIENCE, POTENTIALLY CATASTROPHIC SCIENCE It’s the chemistry lesson you can chew on! Each kit provides background information that connects kids to the part of the world where the raw ingredients are produced. Easy instructions help learners create delicious treats using all-natural ingredients. Ages 8+. These experiments stink! And snap, crackle, pop, crash and boom. All the experiments in Irresponsible Science use stuff found in the kitchen or garden shed. Potentially Catastrophic Science offers 50 experiments that demonstrate the principles behind the greatest scientific breakthroughs in history. Ages 9+. $12.99 $12.99 • 23 • games BANANAGRAMS In this unique word game, players use tiles to create words crossword-style. The first player to use all their tiles is the winner. With multiple ways to play, this game is perfect for beginning spellers, as well as more advanced players. No pencil, paper, or board required. Ages 7+. $14.99 CATAPULT AND CASTLE Includes the catapult toy, 6 balls, and 59 hardwood blocks to stack and build a castle fortress. Players lob balls at the castle and score points by knocking down castle parts. Kids love it! Rules and a bit of catapult history included. Ages 6+. $32.99 SPOT IT! There is always one, and only one, matching symbol between any two cards in this game. With a sharp eye and a bit of speed, spot it and you win! There are four quick party games in one little tin. Ages 7+. $12.99 ANOMIA Anomia plays off the fact that our minds are positively brimming with all sorts of random information. If your card matches another player’s, be the first to blurt out a correct answer first. Sounds simple, right? Wrong! Easy to learn, fun to play over and over. Ages 10+. $15.99 DIXIT Storytelling based on the richly illustrated Dixit cards is what this game is all about. One player per turn is the storyteller, and other players try to guess which card inspired his story. Board game of the year in France and Spain, it’s a great party game! Ages 8+. $34.99 GATHERING A GARDEN Hurry ‘round to every vendor so you can be a garden tender! Collect everything your garden needs and be the first one home to win. No plastic pieces! Cotton bag is included for storing pieces. Ages 5+. $17.99 • 24 • G A M E S games G A M E S FIND IT WIZARD OF OZ This game contains 47 items for you to find, all related to the children’s classic book, The Wizard of OZ. Spin it, shake it, turn it and be the first to find the ruby slipper or Toto. This game can be played alone or as a timed game with a crowd. Ages 8+. FARKEL PARTY Fast play and tense decisions run rampant in this very educational game. Easy to learn and play at every age level. Roll your dice and add your points but be careful. Roll no points and you lose. Know when to stop! $21.99 $19.99 SEQUENCE Play a card from your hand, place a chip on a corresponding space on the board...get five in a row, it’s a SEQUENCE. Block your opponents, remove their chips. With strategy and luck, you’ll be a winner! Ages 7+. $27.99 GAMEWRIGHT/FORBIDDEN ISLAND This new strategy game has captured the enthusiam of those looking for something more interesting than a game of luck. Players work together to capture 4 ancient treasures from an island booby-trapped to sink if the treasures are removed. They must get all four treasures and make it back to the helicopter landing pad before the island is under water. Ages 10+. $15.99 TRIVIATHON Players sing, dance, arm wrestle, cheer, cheat and more in a game that puts each player’s unique cognitive, physical, and social skills to the test, while trying to win a race based on trivia questions they don’t even have to know the answers to. Ages 8-12. $29.99 S’QUARRELS Like card games? You’ll love S’Quarrels! It’s an exciting (and addicting) card game built around squirrels collecting acorns before winter. Ambushing, Hoards, Quarrels, and Whirlwinds are part of the fun. Get the Golden Acorn but watch out for the Rotten Acorn. Ages ?+ $12.99 • 25 • games QUIDDLER WWF 8 IN 1 COMPENDIUM Classic games combine with learning about incredible species that inhabit our planet. Includes chess, checkers, backgammon, dominos, ludo, pick-up sticks, salamanders and ladders, and card games. Five percent of sales go to World Wildlife Fund’s global conservation efforts. The challenge of Quiddler is to arrange your entire hand into words. Draw and discard cards, use the high point letters, but don’t get caught with them at the end! Fun for rookies and word game lovers. Ages 8+. $11.99 G A M E S $34.99 THE MAGIC LABYRINTH Every time you play it is a slightly different game. Little magician apprentices have lost objects in the magic maze. Now they try to collect them, before the Master notices anything. However, in the maze, the little magnetic magicians always bump against invisible walls of the labrynth below. Challenges the memory! Ages 6+. $29.99 PENTAGO 4 PLAYER Pentago is a fast and fun strategy game, simple and sophisticated at the same time. The object of the game is to create a row of five marbles, but you will also twist one of the four game blocks as part of your move, making for a challenging game experience. For 4 Players. Ages 8+. ENCHANTED FOREST The king’s castle reveals the treasures you must search for throughout the forest. When you reach a tree, look under it, but hide it from the other players. First player to correctly locate three treasures wins! Ages 6-99. $24.99 $27.99 PORTOBELLO MARKET Have you ever wanted to start your own village? In this game you can! Gain essential elements of building such as brick and wood to build your village and conquer your opponents. Ages 8+. Players are shopkeepers at London’s worldfamous Portobello Market. They try to draw in the wealthiest customers and outmaneuver the bobby, who determines where stalls can be built. $54.99 $42.99 Copyright 1996, 1997, 1999, 2003 and 2007, Mayfair Games, Inc. THE SETTLERS OF CATAN • 26 • games G A M E S GAMEWRIGHT/SLEEPING QUEENS Why has this “royally rousing card game” won seven independent awards? Maybe it's the cool art showing characters like the Pancake Queen or the Tie Dye King. Maybe it's the wicked potions and dastardly dragons. Whatever the reason, our staff agrees that this is a great quick-playing card game for both boys and girls. Ages 8+. $12.99 WONDER CHESS & WONDER ELLA One secret to learning is rewarding performance, and this chess set makes it easy with pieces you can fill with rewards! An award-winning Northwest product, Wonder Chess has a companion — WonderElla, 18 animalshaped fillable game pieces that can be used for a variety of games. Wonder Chess ages 4+, WonderElla ages 3+. $19.99 KHET The Laser Game, is chesslike, except for the lasers firing from the corners and bouncing off the mirrors. High tech, high action and truly unique! Khet combines lasers with classic strategy for cool, smart...Zap! “Gotcha!” satisfaction. KNOT SO FAST This innovative game tests who can tie a series of knots the fastest! A great skill to master at any age, knot tying helps spatial development and manual dexterity in younger players. Play solo and practice for the next match up! $44.99 DIZIOS Dizios is dominos with a twist! Match the colors and score with the dots in this bright, bold, brain-bending game! Quality design, easy scoring and engaging strategy has made Dizios a top choice for domino enthusiasts and families alike. For 2-4 Players. Ages 6+. $19.99 $19.99 FITS The brainchild of Seattle’s Derek Chinn, Telepathy is a strategy game combining logic, deduction and intuition. Players try to be the first to guess their opponent’s secret square. For 2-4 players. Ages 12+. Can you fill in your board so all the differently shaped tiles fit perfectly with no spaces? If one doesn’t fit, slot it in the best you can; the next tile may fit better and make you the winner! FITS is fastpaced fun with just a few easy rules. Ages 8-99. $19.99 $32.99 TELEPATHY • 27 • puzzles PUPPY PALOOZA CROCODILE CREEK PUZZLES Beautifully-illustrated floor puzzles come in an eye-catching, contoured storage box. Each has 36 rugged, oversized pieces that are easy for little fingers. Ages 3+. $14.99-$15.99 Kids will love assembling this 2x3 foot puzzle chock full of colorful dogs with attitude and style. All of the Green Start puzzles are made from 98% post consumer recycled materials and printed with eco-friendly inks. With 35 pieces, it conveniently comes in a reusable tote box. Ages 3+. $14.99 15 PUZZLE 500 & 1,000-PIECE PUZZLES One of the world’s most recognized puzzles! Players scramble the numbers, then put them back in numerical order. This reproduction is constructed of polished stainless steel and decorative enamel. It has 31 challenges, instruction booklet with solutions and travel case. Ages 8+. You can’t beat Ravensburger for quality when it comes to puzzles. Fun with families and friends or on your own. Each 500-piece puzzle measures 19.25 x 14.25 inches when complete. 1,000-piece puzzles measure 27 x 20 inches when complete. $9.99 Assorted prices PERPLEXUS RUBIK’S CUBE Perplexus is a maze game where players maneuver a small marble around challenging barriers inside a transparent sphere. Unlike flat-surface mazes composed of one path, Perplexus houses various tracks with 100 barriers and provides a 3-D experience. Ages 6+. Rubik’s Cube is the addictive, multi-dimensional challenge that has fascinated puzzle fans worldwide since 1980. This completely redesigned gift package is a sure-fire, must-have collectable. A free Rubik’s Cube stand is included. Ages 8+. $24.99 $19.99 • 28 • P U Z Z L E S classic toys C L A S S I C T O Y S LITE BRITE Lite Brite has always been a fun toy and this is the best version yet! With a convenient storage tray, and cordless operation for easy travel, what could be better? Use the premade designs or create your own illuminated masterpiece. Ages 4+. $19.99 TINKER TOYS . $34.99 BABY SOCK MONKEYS Hang out with this special Schyllingdesigned sock monkey, which is classic, retro and cool. It is the traditional brown, with red lips and a cute hat. It measures 20″ tall. Ages 2+. ETCH A SKETCH Flash back to the ‘60s with Etch A Sketch packaged in its original box. Doodle, print, draw, shake to erase, and do it all over again. With its famous white knobs, magic screen and classic red frame, Etch A Sketch brings generations together. $7.99 $15.99 LINCOLN LOGS Invented in 1916 by John Lloyd Wright, Lincoln Logs might seem out of place in an age of electronic toys and technical gadgetry. However, these simple wooden toys have an undeniable charm that stretches across generations, and remain popular today. Ages 4+. COLLECTORS SLINKY $69.99 $7.99 Since 1945 the Slinky has been entertaining kids with its many tricks, including walking end-over-end downstairs. Ages 5+. • 29 • classic toys C L A S S I C ENCHANTMENTS MUSIC BOX BALLERINA ERECTOR SET Since 1913, Erector sets — classic build and play toys — have been challenging builders of all ages. Erector 20 Model Set will challenge imagination, inspire observation, deductive reasoning, logical thinking, principles of mechanics, physics and problem solving. Ages 8+. Especially helpful for top secret trinkets, this handy hideaway has four hidden drawers conveniently tucked into the corners for a whole new storage slant. Includes ballerina figurine that dances to “Swan Lake”. $24.99 10 model $15/$29.99 30 model $30/$59.99 50 model $60/$119.99 RAINBOW CHORAL TOP This quality 9″ diameter top produces a soft choral sound while colorful patterns shift before your eyes. Features a plastic base for stability. Ages 3+. JACK IN THE BOX This charming musical jack-in-the-box is certain to delight anyone who holds it in their hands! As you turn the crank, the melody plays and when the music stops, out pops the jester. Ages 18 months+. T O Y S $22.99 $19.99 LAVA LITES Like wow, man…it’s retro and hip. Welcome the classic Lava Lamp design back! It’s the perfect addition to any bedroom, living room, or party space. Simply turn on this lamp and set the mood for fun. $19.99 Proud Member of ASTRA ANT FARM Experience this fascinating timeless classic for the first time or all over again and get a peek into the amazing underground world of the ant. $14.99 • 30 • ASTRA’s mission is leading the way through play by providing quality products that help children have fun, achieve success and lead happy, healthy lives. www.astratoy.org