Toys and Games…
Buffalo Games, Cedarworks of Maine Swingset and Play Structures, 4D Puzzles, Hasbro, Late For The Sky, Mattel, Spinmaster, University Games/Front Porch Classics, USAopoly.
Electronics Toys & Games…
Discovery Bay Games, Discovery Channel Toys, HEXBUG, Microsoft, Nintendo, Razor, Wowwee.
Buffalo Games (http://buffalogames.com/)
Buffalo Games started in 1986 with the idea of bringing new kinds of games and puzzles to America. Their first runaway bestseller, the double sided Worlds’ Most Difficult Jigsaw Puzzle, virtually defined the specialty jigsaw puzzle. Exclusive partnerships with some of the industry’s best artists and hottest licenses have helped propel Buffalo games to the top of the adult jigsaw puzzle category. Their properties include Coca-Cola, Peanuts, Harley-Davidson, William Wegman, CF Payne, and many more. In 1998 they started to produce engaging, laugh-out-loud party games, and did so in a big way. They all follow the principle that games should be easy to learn and fun to play, and make family get-togethers, parties and game nights more fun)
• Phone Frenzy (this calling, texting, picture message party game lets you use your cell phones to call and text friends, and complete hilarious challenges in four categories -- can you convince your dad to get a pedicure with you? - can your best friend name the five Spice Girls - Phone Frenzy is not what you know but WHO you know and who you can text - love this idea -- it's perfect for today's day and age!)
• Gotcha! (this party game breaks all the rules - players race to hit the buzzer whenever they see someone breaking a rule – all the while making sure they themselves are following the rules - the more rules that are played, the funnier the game gets – a perfect mix of laugh-out-loud fun and hectic mayhem)
• Puzzle - 750 Piece Panoramics (when assembled, these puzzles are over three feet wide and feature beautiful photography and breathtaking artwork - from wonderful attractions and interesting places around the globe like New York City, Niagara Falls and the New Mexico Balloon Festival to heartwarming themes like Monet's Water Lilies and Hautman Brothers Songbirds, these puzzles are sure to create smiles as wide as the puzzles themselves)
• Puzzle - 750 Piece Panoramic: New York City Glow in the Dark (same as the regular Panoramics but these cool puzzles also glow in the dark!)
• Puzzle Presto (stop using messy glue - if you like to save your puzzles, this is your product - simply peel off the protective paper and press it to the back of any completed puzzle - the Puzzle Presto bonds immediately and your puzzle is saved with its original pristine finish, devoid of any bubbles, streaks or color runs!)
Cedarworks of Maine (www.cedarworks.com) (1-800-GO-CEDAR)
(all swingsets and play structures by CedarWorks of Maine are free-standing and made with northern white cedar...the only white cedar both naturally rot-resistant and naturally splinter-free and it’s strong enough to hold a small elephant and offers long life without chemicals with an awesome guarantee - they come carefully packed, pre-drilled, and ready to assemble using their excellent videotapes - safety features include: staircase systems made especially for kids as young as 2, with removable platforms you can arrange as stairs; heavy-duty recessed hardware to prevent injuries; minimum metal - extra-soft and extra-strong polyester rope rather than chains that might rust or pinch - they set the standard and are constantly testing and developing innovative ways to improve the state-of-the-art for safety in playsets - the sets are designed to grow due to their height and add-on features -the hooks on ropes make raising/lowering a swing fast and simple for kids or adults to use and special "quick-links" at the top let you remove any swing in seconds -they offer total freedom to customize your set for your family and they’ll even design one just for you - our favorite set is:)
• Skowhegan Jumbo Gazebo (it’s reminiscent of the Hearst Castle, but much easier to maintain - the Gazebo can be enclosed with Window Walls to create a clubhouse and you can put a Kidnick Table in the bottom - options for outfitting the Jumbo Gym are dazzling, and there's even a bench swing for the old folks - it comes with 2 swings, a horse swing, CW slider, a fun deck for little ones, crow’s nest and accessories and we liked it with the additions of a rascal ramp, high deck and funnel tunnel - you’ll have the entire neighborhood over and you’ll never want to leave your yard again)
Discovery Channel Toys (www.discovery.com) (also see High-Tech Electronics)
Make playtime an adventure for your budding scientist, explorer or creative genius with their awesome toys - categories include: Science & Technology, Remote Control, Spy, Arts & Crafts, Baby Development, Electronic Learning, Construction, Stuffed Animals, Family Games and Electronic Games. There’s something for every age -- young and old – to help you and your children explore the world in a fun, innovative way.
• Walkie Talkie Watch Set (http://store.discovery.com/discovery-frs-walkie-talkie-watch-set/detail.php?p=104685&v=discovery-kids_toys-games_featured_bestsellers)
• Moon Shoes (http://store.discovery.com/moon-shoes-black/detail.php?p=105587&v=discovery-kids_toys-games_featured_bestsellers)
• High-Tech Rock Tumbler (http://store.discovery.com/discovery-high-tech-rock-tumbler/detail.php?p=105498&v=discovery-kids_toys-games_featured_bestsellers)
• Discovery City Lights Globe (capture the beauty of lights from the earth at night - this awesome globe automatically iluminates the cities of our world as seen from orbit, capturing this ethereal beauty as it automatically turns - simply place your City Lights Globe on its elegant base and it will begin to magically revolve, displaying Earth's unique light show)
http://store.discovery.com/detail.php?p=105531&v=discovery-kids)
• Flowboard Alternative Skateboard – surf without waves and carve without snow – and turn a lot of heads with a board that loves concrete – this unique skateboard-style deck recreates the feeling of snowboarding/surfing – the patented deep carve system features a 14-wheel arched setup that allows you to carve 45-degree angles with fluid, edge-to-edge motion) (http://store.discovery.com/detail.php?p=267104&v=discovery-kids)
• Twilight Sea Turtle (This plush Twilight Sea Turtle projects the night sky onto the ceiling in green, blue or aquamarine and lulls baby right to sleep - other endangered sea creature friends are pictured on the shell - the Twilight Sea Turtle includes a storybook, Star Guide and handy 45-minute sleep timer. . long-lasting LED lights stay cool – a Storybook, Adoption Certificate and Star Guide are all included to enhance the story of the Twilight sea turtle) (http://store.discovery.com/detail.php?p=105516&icid=mybuys&green=27E621BB-F0FB-5EF8-06AF-751D756EAC91)
Discovery Bay Games (see High-Tech Electronics for games that work with iPhone and iPad)
4D Cityscape Puzzles (http://4dcityscape.com/)
4D Cityscape is a patented, multi-layer puzzle that is fun, challenging, and educational. Assemble the first two layers of the puzzle to form a map of the city's streets, islands, roads, railways, parks, and geography. When the base layers are complete, you're ready for a trip through history. Build cities like New York City, Chicago, Sydney Australia, Hong Kong, Las Vegas, Paris, Washington DC and more. Assemble 3D pieces together to form a geological map of each city. Then the 4th dimension is time...refer to the time poster to locate and place each building on the map according to the year it was built. You will learn how the cities developed and evolved; explore historic buildings; get to know each area’s geography; discover defining moments in history; and more – it’s a great, educational product and fun too)
• New York City (this puzzle recreates Manhattan’s famous skyline not only in three dimensions using scale-model buildings, but also along the axis of fourth dimension time, spanning 101 years of its architectural history - the puzzle includes 120 plastic buildings that depict the city as it appeared as far back as 1812 through to 1971 with the addition of the World Trade Towers, and into the future in 2013 with the completion of the Freedom Tower - including icons such as the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and the United Nations, the buildings fit into pre-cut holes in a traditional 2D jigsaw puzzle composed of 575 pieces that form the city’s street layout and islands - the streets glow in the dark, emphasizing the city’s insomniac nickname – the puzzle also includes a Time Poster that includes a history of the city - the online educational feature includes more than 2000 facts)
• Sydney Australia (recreate Sydney, spanning 100 years of their architectural history - this puzzle includes 84 building replicas that depict Sydney’s skyline as it appeared as far back as 1912 through to 2010 with iconic structures as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Convention Center, and the famous Sydney Opera House - the base of the puzzle is a traditional 2D jigsaw puzzle that forms the city's street layout - during the process of constructing the base map, one learns about Sydney’s neighborhoods, streets, and more - once the puzzle base is complete, the vertical building of Sydney begins by placing 84 buildings and skyscrapers in chronological time sequence - this is done by following the enclosed 4D Time Poster)
• Washington DC (this is the only puzzle that recreates our nation's capital using luminescent scale-model buildings and streets, providing a realistic night-time view of the city's layout - the puzzle spans more than 200 years of the city's architectural history not only in three dimensions, but also along the axis of time - it includes 57 plastic buildings that depict Washington D.C. as it appeared as far back as 1792 when the White House was erected and other icons include the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History - the buildings fit into pre-cut holes in a traditional 1076-piece 2D jigsaw puzzle – it also includes a poster that includes a timeline of the city)
Hasbro (www.hasbro.com) (1-800-752-9755)
(Hasbro is a worldwide leader in children’s and family leisure time entertainment products and services, including the design, manufacture and marketing of games and toys ranging from traditional to high-tech - both internationally and in the U.S., its brands and products provide the highest quality and most recognizable play experiences in the world - they just want families to have fun - Playskool, Milton Bradley, Hasbro Creative, Kenner, Nerf, Parker Brothers, Hasbro Interactive, Tonka, Tiger Electronics, Russ Berrie, OddzOn with Koosh, Cap Candy Line and Avalon Hill are some of their brands - MR. POTATO HEAD was the first major toy success for Hasbro and revolutionized the toy industry by being the first toy to be advertised on television – then the EASY-BAKE OVEN gave little girls everywhere a chance to bake their very own treats - Hasbro launched the world's first "action figure" in 1964, G.I. JOE - in 1966, Milton Bradley introduced TWISTER and when Johnny Carson played it on "The Tonight Show," the game became a phenomenon - FURBY, a cuddly animatronic pet with a very spunky "personality," had children begging their parents for one during the holiday season with more than 40 million FURBY sold in three years – Monopoly is a story all by itself and most of you probably know its history already as it’s one of the most beloved board games of all time. Hasbro will continue to focus on growing its core brands and will develop new products through innovation - and the rest, as they say, will become history...)
• Monopoly (http://www.hasbrotoyshop.com/monopoly)
• All Games and Categories (http://www.hasbrotoyshop.com/all-brands)
• Toys, Games, Dolls (they have hundreds of great toys so we suggest you visit their website for all of their newest creations) (http://www.hasbrotoyshop.com/giftguide) (http://www.hasbrotoyshop.com/?iq_id=36540118&kw=hasbro&gclid=CJ3f59LVga0CFUTc4AodHUBp_w)
Hex Bug (www.hexbug.com)
The HEXBUG Micro Robotic Creatures product line was designed to give children a positive experience with robotics at a young age. Their passion for robotics, fuels the HEXBUG line. People are drawn to the HEXBUGS because of their fascinating behavior, intelligent bug-like attributes and eye-catching packaging. Some of the products are so animated, they even fool cats, dogs and some humans into thinking they are alive!
• Crab and Inchworm (the Crab was the first micro robotic creature capable of reacting to light in addition to sound, and the HEXBUG Inchworm was the first of its kind to be equipped with a two-channel, IR remote control enabling users to operate multiple bugs with one remote or race two bugs with two remotes)
• Ant and Nano (the Ant is the fastest member of the HEXBUG family, and the tiniest is the Nano and the Nano shows off its ability to find its way through any maze, big or small)
• HEXBUG Nano Habitat Set (they created a variety of Habitat Sets for the Nano to traverse, including the original HEXBUG Nano Habitat Set, Bridge Battle, Elevation and Raceway Habitat Sets, and the Nano Starter Set - each of the sets is customizable and interchangeable with one another, further unleashing kids’ creativity for hours of constructive playtime)
• Glow in the Dark HEXBUG Nano (a newer, cooler version of the Nano)
• Spider (their largest, mechanical, micro robotic creature)
• Larva (the newest mechanical bug of the bunch, outfitted with an infrared sensor that enables it to detect and avoid objects in its path before ever coming into contact with them)
Late For The Sky (http://www.lateforthesky.com/content/17.htm)
Late for the Sky Production Company began making specialty board games in 1984. Their first game was MIAMIOPOLY. The success in the college market prompted games designed around major cities, creating the CITY IN-A-BOX games, filled with local landmarks, icons, and traditions that present the character of cities all over the U.S. and Canada, without the clutter and bias of advertising – they also manufacture some of the best selling board games based on popular culture themes like decades, animals and pets, music and movies, food and spirits)
• Tri-A-Puzzle (one side of this puzzle is a helmet (you can make it with or without its background -- and the other side is the stadium – it’s two great puzzles in one and double the fun)
• Little League Baseball-opoly (this game celebrates the world’s largest organized youth sports program of nearly 200,000 teams, in all 50 U.S. states and more than 80 countries - started in 1939, the basic goal remains the same, to give the children of the world a game that provides fundamental principles such as sportsmanship, fair play and teamwork they can use later in life to become good citizens - choose your favorite baseball token and advance to PLAY BALL! - buy players and increase your property value by collecting hits and trading them in for runs. It’s lots of fun…unless, of course, somebody lands on “YOU’RE OUT” and is out of the game for three turns)
• Photo-Opoly (love this – it’s a game that’s all about you – make an unforgettable game for your family or friends by grabbing those old photos that you’ve had laying around – choose 22 favorite photos and create a game for: a birthday, a family reunion, a wedding, a party, a baby shower, an anniversary, ANY EVENT… you don't even really need an occasion - materials and instructions included for creating your game in many different ways)
Mattel and Fisher-Price (www.mattel.com) (www.fisher-price.com)
The world's largest toy company, Mattel, Inc. designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes a wide variety of toy products in 150 countries. Their core toy lines include: Barbie dolls, Hot Wheels toy die-cast vehicles; Warner Bros. merchandise, including Harry Potter, Batman, and Looney Tunes; the American Girls; Fisher-Price infant and preschool toys; and games such as Scrabble and UNO. Mattel's toys have delighted generations of children throughout the world. In 1945, the creators, the Handlers, started Mattel off designing doll furniture. Other products were introduced, some failed, but the failures taught them valuable lessons: child participation was essential for any quality toy; children should be able to interact with a toy and want to play with it often and for extended periods of time. In 1955, they decided to take a gamble that would change the toy business forever. In what seemed risky, the Handlers sponsored a 15-minute segment of Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse Club on the ABC television network. The Handlers signed for 52 weeks at a cost of $500,000, equal to Mattel's net worth at the time. Up until this time, toy manufacturers relied primarily on retailers to show and sell their products and advertising occurred only during the holiday season; never before had a toy company spent money on advertising year-round. With television, however, toys could be marketed directly to children throughout the country. Thus with the slogan, "You can tell it's Mattel, it's swell," the Handlers began a marketing revolution in the toy industry that produced an immediate payoff. The Burp Gun was their first hit; then toy rifles and pistols followed. In 1959 Mattel made toy history with the introduction of the Barbie doll, the best-selling toy of all time. The idea for the doll originated with Ruth Handler, who had observed that their daughter favored adult-looking paper dolls over baby dolls. So the Handlers set to work designing a teenage fashion model doll and, despite a cool reception at the 1959 New York Toy Fair, the result was a smash hit, propelling Mattel into the national spotlight. Barbie, the famed doll, was named after the nickname of the Handlers' own daughter Barbara. Barbie has always been the backbone of Mattel and has helped them through their toughest times. There were other dolls as well. Chatty Cathy came next and more dolls followed. Later on, their strategic alliance with the Walt Disney Company allowed them to develop and sell toys at the Disney theme parks. The list of their creations goes on and on. Lots of great stories and too many to list. Check out their individual sites for all of their great toys…
• Barbie (www.barbie.com) (http://shop.mattel.com/shop/index.jsp?categoryId=3719989) (you’ll find lots of new Barbie dolls this year, all gorgeous and ready to be loved by adults and children alike - beautiful new versions will keep you happy and your collection growing - you can never get enough of Barbie and Mattel will never let you down with its new and innovative creations of this legend who has been around for over 40 years - she’s always up on current trends in fashion and pop culture, and no matter what role she’s playing, she’s always tops with us)
• Holiday 2011 (this holiday season, find fun toys and games, get last-minute gift ideas, and shop for personalized gifts at MattelShop.com – some of their hottest toys this holiday are: Fijit Friends, Monster High Dolls, Hot Wheels Stealth Rides, Power Wheels, Sing-a-ma-jigs, WWE Action Figures, I Can Be Barbie, Nitro Speeders, Video Racer, Rocket Car, Little People and Little Mommy)
• Polly Pocket Dolls (http://shop.mattel.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=3784327&sr=1&origkw=polly%20pocket)
• Hot Wheels (http://shop.mattel.com/shop/index.jsp?categoryId=3719990)
• Matchbox (http://shop.mattel.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=3812552&cp=3812317)
• Fisher-Price (http://shop.mattel.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=4457258)
• Games (http://www.mattel.com/games?utm_source=mdn&utm_medium=global%20header&utm_campaign=2011%20new%20header)
Microsoft X-Box 360 (see High-Tech Electronics Section)
Nintendo 3DS Handheld Videogame Systems (see High-Tech Electronics Section)
Razor Electric Ride-On Vehicles and Scooters (see Gift/Sports section for products)
Spinmaster (www.spinmaster.com)
Spin Master has been designing, developing, manufacturing and marketing consumer products for children around the world and is recognized as a global growth leader within the toy industry. Spin Master is best known for such popular brands as boy's action phenomena and 2009 Toy of the Year winner Bakugan Battle Brawlers, 2008 Toy of the Year winner Air Hogs, Aquadoodle, Tech Deck, Moon Sand, Liv, and Mighty Beanz. The company has also marked an entry into children's media with the launch of Spin Master Entertainment. They have a wonderful assortment of toys for all ages.
• Redakai (this ground-breaking innovation takes trading cards to the next level with amazing Blast 3D technology - never before have trading cards contained 3D and animation effects like Redakai - new game technologies automatically track your progress and allow you to see the damaging effects of your attacks - challenge your friends, defeat your enemies, and Conquer the Kairu - perfect for ages 6 and up)
• Bizu (this is the fashion accessory that a modern girl can’t go without - Bizu is a Twist on Beads and the exclusive bead activity that allows girls to create magically transforming accessories - make bracelets, charms, and necklaces anyway you want - give the jewelry a twist and create cute, posable, and lovable characters - with 60 characters stylized in glam, wild, rock and funky designs- there’s a trend for everyone with thousands of possible combinations – for ages 6 and up)
• Air Hogs Hyperactive (the all new Air Hogs Hyperactive allows you to defy gravity, reach insane speeds - the high powered Air Hogs Hyperactive runs on a 2.4 Ghz controller for ultimate range and power - with its self-righting functionality, the Air Hogs Hyperactive always returns to its upright position giving you maximum racing time - race virtually an unlimited number of friends without ever worrying about interference - for ages 12 and up)
• Doctor Dreadful (turn into a mad scientist with the twisted mind of Doctor Dreadful - Doctor Dreadful allows you to make heaps of horrifying treats that you create and eat - they look gross and taste great, leaving you completely disgusted that you want more – ages 6 and up)
• Moshi Monsters (watch as the virtual world of Moshi Monsters shifts into reality - with the new collection of Moshi Monster collectable mini figures and plush, you can bring all of your favorite monsters and moshings to life – ages 6-12)
• Stratego (the classic with an all new innovative twist for ages 8 up)
• Logo (put all of your consumer knowledge to use with this fun game about company logos)
• Quelf (the adult party game that lets you use your creativity and imagination to answer crazy questions and perform ridiculous stunts – for ages 12 up)
• AppFinity AppBlaster (this AppBlaster lets you bring your app gaming to the next level - lock and load your iPhone or iPod touch and use dual triggers, trigger-tap technology and augmented reality applications - the AppBlaster turns any environment into a virtual gaming experience)
• AppMates (this has revolutionized the way physical toys digitally interact with the Apple iPad - they are the first of its kind that magically come to life when used on an iPad, transforming the tablets screen into a virtual playmat)
USAopoly Games (www.usaopoly.com)
USAOPOLY began in 1994 with a great idea for a hometown spin on the classic MONOPOLY game. After securing permission from Hasbro to license the world famous property trading game from Parker Brothers, the San Diego edition of the MONOPOLY game was born, and so was USAOPOLY, Inc. They started with cities, colleges and popular themes like The Simpsons, Harley-Davidson and the NFL. Over 100 different specialty editions later, USAOPOLY started putting spins on other timeless games we all know and love to play like Yahtzee, Jenga, The Game of Life as well as Chess, Checkers, Tic Tac Toe, Dominoes and Puzzles. For over 14 years now, friends and families have been able to rediscover their favorite board games… with a fun, unique USAOPOLY twist. We love:
• Monopoly – Futuristic (https://www.usaopoly.com/games/monopoly-futurama-collectors-edition-0) (The World of Tomorrow now features the board game of yesterday - grab your holophonor for some virtual reality in the year 3000 - buy properties across the four corners of the universe (and the game board) dance with the Robot Devil, and take a mutated plunge into Sewer City - Custom Resi-Domes and People Hives replace traditional houses and hotels)
• Monopoly – New York City (https://www.usaopoly.com/games/monopoly-new-york-city-edition-0) (buy, sell and trade New York’s greatest landmarks like Carnegie Hall, the Empire State Building, Yankee Stadium, Wall Street and Central Park in an effort to own and control the cultural and commercial mecca of the world, New York City – love the six custom tokens: Shopping Bag, Big Apple, Hot Dog, Luggage Cart, Statue of Liberty and Taxi)
• Monopoly – Seinfeld (https://www.usaopoly.com/games/monopoly-seinfeld-collectors-edition) (this Monopoly game brings you the funniest edition of MONOPOLY yet - buy, sell and trade locations from favorite episodes from Kramer and Jerry's hospital debacle and George's case of mistaken identity in the limousine to Elaine's confrontation with the Soup Nazi - a must-have for every Seinfeld fan)
• Monopoly – Family Guy (https://www.usaopoly.com/games/monopoly-family-guytm-collectors-edition-0) (buy, sell and trade Quahog’s prime real estate, from Cleveland’s Deli and Mayor West’s Mansion to Hugs & Kisses Daycare and the sovereign nation of Petoria – the six collectible tokens: Peter, Lois, Brian, Stewie, Chris & Meg)
• Yahtzee – Three Stooges (https://www.usaopoly.com/games/yahtzee-three-stoogesr-collectors-edition) (shake the custom dice featuring Moe, Larry and Curly’s favorite tools in the collectible “Seltzer Bottle” dice cup and let them fly)
• Scrabble – Cooking (https://www.usaopoly.com/games/scrabble-cooking-edition) (Scrabble fun with a cooking twist allows players to earn bonus points for words related to cooking - recipe cards are the perfect mix as players double and triple their scores with directives for all new custom game play - become the master chef as you spell your way to victory with tasty abbreviations and names of your favorite celebrity chefs)
• Trivial Pursuit – The Beatles (https://www.usaopoly.com/games/trivial-pursuit-beatles-collectors-edition) (for the first time ever, America’s favorite trivia game teams up with the world’s most legendary rock-n-roll band - are you the ultimate Beatles fan? - now you can show off your Beatlemania by acing over 2,500 questions including their history, music, movies, album and single releases, their rise to fame in America and their post-Beatles pursuits)
• Puzzles – The Beatles For Sale (https://www.usaopoly.com/games/beatles-sale-puzzle-collectors-edition) (The Beatles For Sale album comes to life in this special one-of-a-kind puzzle showcasing the album cover design by Robert Freeman - this collector’s edition puzzle is packaged in a thin square album-style box resembling the Beatles For Sale album)
• Telestrations (www.usaopoly.com/games/telestrations) (Telestrations is the award winning, laugh-out-loud party game - this fun, modern twist on the classic “telephone game” starts with multiple words being passed around between players, and everyone sketchin’ and guessin’ at the same time - but the real fun and laughter is the big reveal, where players get their own books back and get to share how “this” became “that”)
University Games and Front Porch Classics (http://universitygames.com/)
They have developed and manufactured over 200 games in the past 24 years. The two creators loved playing games with their families, and grew up thinking that fun and learning were a part of everyday life. As adults, they recognized a developing niche in social interaction and learning games for adults and children, and that is how University Games began. The company philosophy has always been to offer games that encourage social interaction and imagination through gameplay, with learning sprinkled in to season the game. The first product released was Murder Mystery Party. Then came 20 Questions. Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? came next and many more to follow. Great Explorations brought science and learning/glow-in-the-dark products. Front Porch Classics, our favorite of all their lines, provides “unplugged” family entertainment (love that catchphrase of theirs). Every Front Porch Classics product will combine the same core elements which went into creating the company years ago: Rich Story Telling, Elegant Design, Ageless Appeal and Limitless Play. Each product will feature wood, leather, metal or other high quality and durable materials, built to last a lifetime and elegant enough to be displayed in living rooms everywhere.
• Front Porch Classics - Classic Baseball Under-the-Lights (we love this toy because it signifies good, old-fashioned, non-electronic, classic, fun – this wooded pinball baseball game includes working stadium lights, tracking areas for base runners, outs, and innings, and nostalgia outfield advertising graphics – we can assure you that any baseball player will love this game)
(http://universitygames.com/ugitem.asp?itemno=53321&brand=FP)
• Front Porch Classics – Bingo (get caught up on the excitement and anticipation with State Fair Bingo - this authentic, retro-style set takes Bingo out of Bingo Halls, community centers, church basements and State Fairs and brings it straight to your living room for friends and family to enjoy - whether you are playing for fun or for prizes, State Fair Bingo is sure to provide hours of edge-of-your-set entertainment)
(http://universitygames.com/ugitem.asp?itemno=53811&brand=FP)
• Front Porch Classics – Bunco (there are many versions of the game Bunco; this Front Porch Classics version is designed for two or more players and comes packaged in a wonderfully crafted hinged pink hued wooden box; perfect for displaying anywhere in your home rather than hidden away in your game closet - players take turns rolling and accumulating as many points as possible to win each round and, ultimately, the game (http://universitygames.com/ugitem.asp?itemno=53726&brand=FP)
• Front Porch Classics – Hole in One Oversized (this beautifully designed wooden brainteaser puzzle features a popular golf theme – it’s perfect gift for that golf enthusiast)
(http://universitygames.com/ugitem.asp?itemno=53982&brand=FP
• BePuzzled (BePuzzled is more than just jigsaw puzzles, it's puzzle-plus – their puzzles boast unique artwork, and original approaches to intriguing the puzzler - some of the most interesting and best selling products in the BePuzzled line for adults are the classic mystery and Impossibles jigsaw puzzles and for children are the Super WHY!, Five Little Monkeys and Eric Carle jigsaw puzzles - for instance, one puzzle have extra pieces that doesn’t belong, some have irregular edges and one isn’t what the box shows at all - are you up for the challenge? – we were and loved every minute of it) (http://universitygames.com/bepuzzled/default.asp
• Sort It Out (who knows the Biggest, Fastest, Loudest, Smallest, Longest Everything? – this game asks players to arrange lists of measurements, events, weights, and stages into the correct sequence – it’s a great ice breaker for groups of new friends and a battle of wits for old friends and family – it’s a fast-paced game where knowing just a little about something can help you win everything and it’s a great brain workout as well, combining knowledge, luck, challenge and fun) (http://www.ugames.com/ugitem.asp?itemno=01026&brand=UG
WowWee (www.wowwee.com)
The introduction of WowWee’s Robosapien robot in 2004 revolutionized the way we interact with entertainment robotic companions. One of the most popular entertainment robots in the world, with global sales of more than 6 million units, the Robosapien robot was the first commercially available biomorphic robot – a fusion of technology and personality. The Robosapien humanoid product line evolved to include 2005’s Robosapien V2 robot, which added functionality like speech capability, and 2006’s RS Media™ robot, which featured a complete multimedia experience that allowed users to create and edit functions. In 2008 and 2009, the next generation of personality-packed companions—the RS Tri-Bot™, Joebot, and Roborover robots—was released and provided endless entertainment with different play modes. With a focus on the development of breakthrough consumer technologies, WowWee continues to forge new categories in personal robotics and entertainment with its imaginative, innovative, award-winning gadgets and toys. Consumers can see items from several distinct product lines -- WowWee Robotics™, Paper Jamz®, Light Strike™, Lite Sprites™, WowWee Alive™, WowWee FlyTech™, WowWee Technologies™ – that include innovations that walk, talk, jam, fire, color, purr, fly, and project.
•PaperJamz (http://paperjamzpro.com/en) (this line of toy guitars, drums and microphones are affordable and innovative instruments that provide an instant rock star experience and open-ended play - the creative blend of technology and play is made possible with Active Graphics Technology circuit-embedded paper, which allows you to play like a pro by simply touching the paper surface - with cutting-edge technology, this Paper Jamz lets anyone sound like a pop star)
• Paper Jamz Pro Microphone (download the free app, add your own music and songs, use the Auto mode to adjust effects on the fly to a song’s original sound, and use Perfect Pitch Correct so you’re automatically in tune – use Chorus Multiply to add depth to your voice or Auto Harmony Sound to sound like a part of a perfectly harmonized duo – Auto Vibrato adds real vibrato to your voice and the Melody Match tunes your voice so you always single perfectly – it comes with 2 built-in songs put you on the road to stardom)
•Paper Jamz Pro Guitar (this guitar will put you on the road to rock stardom — no strings attached – rock out like never before – customize your guitar’s sound – use Freestyle to go solo and play real chords and notes to create your own hits – other features include: control a song’s rhythm for performances that are always in the right key; Perfect Play to select a song and strum along - it has real guitar features like hammer-ons, pull-offs, palm mutes and slides, a built-in accelerometer that really makes your guitar wail, 14 active frets for a wider range of notes and more – or add your favorite music with the free Paper Jamz Pro app, and download new guitar styles for different sounds)
• Light Strike (this is a great laser-tag-like game that brings video-game action into the real world—live and in color - Assault Strikers and Strikers are customizable with built-in weapon features and add-on attachments that give players a tactical advantage - play one-on-one tournaments or create up to 4 teams of unlimited players for free-for-all or Capture the Flag battles - it’s action at the speed of light and your kids will love the flashy lights, fabulous sound systems and the targets and vests – awesome in-home or outside laser-tag fun)
http://www.wowwee.com/en/products/light-strike
Assault Strikers
http://www.wowwee.com/en/products/toys/light-strike/assault-strikers
Assault Attachments
http://www.wowwee.com/en/products/toys/light-strike/attachments
Assault Targets
http://www.wowwee.com/en/products/toys/light-strike/targets
Assault Strikers
http://www.wowwee.com/en/products/toys/light-strike/strikers
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