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R2 Fish School Wins "Best in Show Award" at Global Pet Expo
The R2 Fish School receives the 1st place award at the Global Pet Expo 2009 New Product Showcase in the Aquatics category. - February 17, 2009 - R2 Solutions
Toy Fair 2009 and Shocker Toys Booth# 4923
The fast growing toy company, Shocker Toys LLP is set to exhibit at the American International Toy Fair trade only show in New York City at the Jacob Javits Convention Center 15th-18th Feb. Shocker Toys will be set up in the new Action Figure/Urban art aisle lower level of the Jacob Javits and will feature fun interactive products and a great sales team. Booth# 4923 - February 15, 2009 - Shocker Toys LLP
The Handmade Toy Alliance to Hold Press Conference at Toy Fair - NYC
Members of the Handmade Toy Alliance will be attending the upcoming Toy Fair held at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City from February 15 – 18, 2009. An HTA press conference has been scheduled for Sunday, February 15th at 1:30 pm - Booth #1249. - February 13, 2009 - Crafty Baby (R)
Star Wars Tactics Just Released
An innovative new strategy game entitled “Star Wars Tactics” was just released by the Vassal Engine. Use your imagination and strategy to play classic battles from the Star Wars movies. - February 02, 2009 - Jordan Williams
"Save Small Business from the CPSIA" Places in the Top Ten Ideas for Change on Change.org
The Handmade Toy Alliance's (www.handmadetoyalliance.org) initiative on Change.org, won its place as one of the top ten ideas for change in America. - January 21, 2009 - Crafty Baby (R)
Channel M Brings Magic to Girl Gamers
Channel M Publishing brings table top gaming to girls world wide with Witch Girls Adventures: the Drama Diaries Game. - January 04, 2009 - Channel M Publishing
NewBoy Launches 'Baby’s In2 Fun'
Brand new range of edutainment toys for babies & toddlers unveiled today, 15,000 DVDs to be given away at Mother, Baby & Child Show in Dubai. - December 20, 2008 - NewBoy FZCO
The Crafty Baby Nap Pack Wins the Toyman "Seal of Approval" and "Award of Excellence"
Crafty Baby (R), a family owned company that handcrafts children's accessories in the USA, won the coveted Toyman "Award of Excellence" this week. - December 19, 2008 - Crafty Baby (R)
Cartoon Action Hour: Season 2 RPG Now Available in Print
Spectrum Games releases second edition of Origins Award-nominated role-playing game. - December 19, 2008 - Spectrum Games
Japanese Content Firm Aligns with Dubai Merchandising Outfit
A new agreement has recently been concluded between d-rights Inc., an integrated production company based in Japan handling entertainment contents in animation and live-action films around the world, and NewBoy FZCO, a company based in Dubai engaged in the development, marketing and distribution of... - December 16, 2008 - NewBoy FZCO
A Little Toy That's Free and Making a Big Difference This Holiday Season
They are offering to people who can't really afford to purchase expensive toys this Christmas a free toy for a small nominal shipping fee. This is an all American made green toy that is making a difference in the world. - December 07, 2008 - Toobee International Inc.
Damas Launches Fulla Jewellery Line for Kids for the First Time in the Middle East
Sparkling new collection to adorn little darlings - November 27, 2008 - NewBoy FZCO
Mom Owned Nookums™ Offers Substantial Savings to Fill the Stockings of Santa’s Tiniest Tots
Nookums™, a manufacturer of innovative baby products, announces its annual Black Friday Holiday Sale with savings of 25% off its entire stock of Paci-Plushies™. Ideal for infants from two months and up, Paci-Plushies™ are the only detachable pacifier holder of its kind that... - November 23, 2008 - Paci-Plushies
Flibbix Game Builds Critical Acclaim
One of the most critically-acclaimed new board games of 2008, Flibbix, is quickly becoming one of the most popular games of this holiday season. - November 23, 2008 - Merillian, LLC
R2 Solutions Creators of the R2 Fish School Kit are Searching for the Next Great, Trained Fish
The hobby of fish training is growing rapidly and R2 Solutions is looking for video of your trained fish in action. - November 14, 2008 - R2 Solutions
Local Wine Enthusiasts Create Washington Wine Trails the Board Game
The just released board game, Washington Wine Trails, was created and designed by Joe Mason Seth Portteus and Dave Portteus and is sold by game company Mind Games LLC. Friends and family will enjoy gathering to play this exciting new game that is both fun and educational. Players will learn about... - November 04, 2008 - Mind Games LLC
Zingz-This is the Unbelievable Story of How Two Savvy Entrepreneurs Competed with the Toy Industry Goliaths and Succeeded in Creating Their Own Thriving Toy Business
Just as there is more than one way to skin a cat, there is definitely more than one way to market a product to American consumers. - October 30, 2008 - Flavourset Promotions and Public Relations
Leashtec LLC to Unveil New Innovative Product at DEMA 2008; the DiveLeash Makes Worldwide Debut
Leashtec LLC, creator of the unique GameLeash and CamLeash, will unveil their latest neoprene wrist strap, the DiveLeash, at this year's DEMA Show. Based on success of the GameLeash and CamLeash, the DiveLeash was designed by divers to connect compact cameras, camcorders, and handhelds when diving,... - October 23, 2008 - Leashtec LLC
Bridge Street Toys Introduces New "Boston Manor" Building Set
Bridge Street Toys, the proud maker of the often NAPPA awarded "Girder and Panel" building sets and the HYDRODYNAMIC building set, are proud to announce the newest addition to their building set toy line called "Boston Manor". This building toy, when finished, is a beautiful... - October 22, 2008 - Bridge Street Toys
Sixteen Wins TDmonthly Top Toy 2008 Award
Sixteen, the highly acclaimed card game by Alpine Games, has won yet another award; TDmonthly's Top Toy 2008 Award. This award recognizes a combination of coveted qualities: superior design and materials, safety, excellent play value, innovation in the way the product is conceived and executed,... - August 19, 2008 - Alpine Games, LLC
The Better Binky Holder: Mom Invented Pacifier Accessory Brings Sleep to Exhausted Parents
Paci-Plushies, invented by a mother of two, makes pacifiers easily accessible for little hands during the night, helping babies and parents sleep better. - August 15, 2008 - Paci-Plushies
Disc-Golf Legend, Ralph Williamson Adopts Toobee® the Amazing Flying Can for Fun and Demonstration
Longest going unknown fad in the world that is helping children. - August 04, 2008 - Toobee International Inc.
NHL Wife Invents Best Selling Pacifier Accessory to Eliminate the Problem of Lost Pacifiers
Paci-Plushies™, Available at PaciPlushies.com, are Big Hit Among NHL Hockey Wives and Moms Everywhere. - July 11, 2008 - Paci-Plushies
All American Made Flying Toy Guaranteed for Life
First American toy company to guarantee its green flying toy for life with all donations going to www.cannedwarwer4kids.org. - July 10, 2008 - Toobee International Inc.
Shocker Toys' Updated 2008 San Diego Comic Con Exclusives and Booth Info
Shocker Toys brings the best and newest toys and exclusives to the San Diego Comic Con show in July. - July 07, 2008 - Shocker Toys LLP
After Selling Over $100 Million in Balzac Toys, Mary Rodas is Now Giving Balzac2 Away for Free at BalzacToys.com
Mary Rodas, who was an original and youngest member ever admitted to the Hispanic American Hall of Fame and in her teens had her life story as the "Teenage Toy Tycoon" featured in magazines, newspapers, radio and television shows around the world, has announced that all Balzac2 balls are... - June 25, 2008 - Balzac Toys
Derscheid Games Announces Bonus to First 100 Preorders of 18IA:Building Iowa's Railroads
Discounted preorders for the boardgame 18IA: Building Iowa's Railroads have begun, and include bonus material for the first 100 customers preordering. - June 18, 2008 - Derscheid Games
Buckale, LLC is Proud to Introduce the Toot Scoot, a New Bicycle Designed for Children Ages 2-5
The Toot Scoot is a bike intended for children ages 2-5. Designed in Wichita, Kansas by Buck Hale, it was created with no pedals or training wheels. This bike is perfect for teaching young children balance and coordination. Children sit on the seat while pushing off the ground with their feet,... - May 31, 2008 - Buckale, LLC
Troll and Toad Announces the Fonarow Collection of Board Games and RPGs Purchased for $150,000
Troll and Toad (www.trollandtoad.com) online retailer of collectible games made a purchase of $150,000 in Board Games and RPGs by one of the largest, or possibly largest private board game collectors in the world. Includes many rare and Out of Print games and games owned by Robert Charles, founder of Avalon Hill. - May 14, 2008 - Troll and Toad
Sixteen in Four Languages
Instructions for Sixteen card game now available in French, German, and Spanish. - April 23, 2008 - Alpine Games, LLC
The Shocker Toys at New York Comic Con 2008 with SCUD
Comic-Con returns to New York April 18-20th and Shocker Toys LLP will be in full force at Booth# 962 with new product showcasing and bringing a show exclusive to the event. Very pleased will be the fans of Rob Schrab’s Scud, Shocker Toys LLP will have on hand SCUD the Disposable Assassin. - April 08, 2008 - Shocker Toys LLP
MMOABC.com Partners with GameVee to Offer User Submitted Gameplay Videos
MMOABC.com partners with GameVee.com. - April 03, 2008 - New Gen Media, Inc.
Sen. Barack Obama: the Newest Subject of the "Puzzleloution"
The Nashville Game Company recently began production on their newest product, which features Illinois Senator and presidential hopeful Sen. Barack Obama. They have coined the term, “Puzzleloution” – to represent their mission of “Promoting positive images through jigsaw... - March 11, 2008 - Nashville Game Company
Educating Children Key in Fight Against Childhood Obesity
“Planning to feed our kids well can be difficult,” according to originator Amy Roskelley “but it is possible. If children know what a healthy plate should look like, they can begin to make good choices that will carry them throughout their lives.” - March 03, 2008 - Super Healthy Kids
Barack Obama Balloon Ball... the Winner in ‘08 and Free
"Red States, Blue States, Everybody Loves our Balls," says Mary Rodas, toy designer, Hispanic Hero and promoter. As a Scholastic Mentor, former Toy Tycoon and presently Director of Admissions of the world renowned New York College of Health Professions, Philanthropist Mary Rodas is at it... - February 08, 2008 - Balzac Toys
KPi Launches New Website and Introduces PartyPong Table at Sports Licensing and Tailgate Party Convention Being Held January 16th-18th in Las Vegas
KPi, manufacturers of portable and custom beer pong tables launched its new website www.partypongtables.com in conjunction with the introduction of the PartyPong table. Made of highly durable molded ABS plastic the table is targeted at those individuals wanting portability and durability at an... - January 16, 2008 - KPi Entertainment, Inc.
American Revolution Board Game Released
The Guild of Blades Publishing Group, a leading publisher of historical strategy board games, is pleased to announce the release of its latest game, the American Revolution Board Game, an Empires of History game. The American Revolution board game also represents the first game in the new... - December 19, 2007 - Guild of Blades Publishing Group
Playthings Announce Nominees for Wonder Woman of Toys; Melanie Corpstein Nominated for Inventor/Designer of 2008
Adorable Originals is delighted to announce the nomination of Melanie Corpstein for the prestigious Wonder Woman of Toys Award in the Inventor/Designer category. Melanie Corpstein, owner of Adorable Originals was nominated for the 2008 WWOT inventor/designer award due to her exceptional contributions to her own company and to the toy industry as a whole. - December 15, 2007 - Adorable Originals
Toy Tips Trusted “Mark of Excellence” Awarded to Safety Brainiac
Safety Brainiac caps off 2007 with the Toy Tips Trusted “Mark of Excellence” award. Adding this highly regarded Toy Industry award to the total makes eight for this unique, fun-filled board game. Helping children learn how to stay safe has never been this much fun or so easy. - December 05, 2007 - Brainiac Games Inc.
Just in Time for the Holidays: a Safe Toy That is Made in the USA, is 100% Recyclable and Comes with a Lifetime Guarantee. Say Hello to Toobee® the Amazing Flying Can
Finally an American toy company that offers a toy for life guarantee, contributes most of its earnings to children's charities and is an environmentally friendly 100% recyclable toy (green toy) - November 20, 2007 - Toobee International Inc.
Sixteen Wins Prestigious NAPPA Honors
Sixteen, a new card game published by Alpine Games, has added another award to its portfolio. Sixteen is now one of the most decorated new games on the market. - November 05, 2007 - Alpine Games, LLC
Tal Books Launches New Talent Games ELT WebSite
Tal Books, Israel's leading ELT distributor, has announced the launch of a new website dedicated to the promotion of ELT games division - Talent Games. - October 30, 2007 - Talent Games
Safety Brainiac Wins Gold - NAPPA’s Highest Award
Kicking off the Fall Season with the National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) Gold Award takes the total number of Toy Awards for this great family board game to six. Helping children learn how to stay safe has never been so much fun or so easy. - September 25, 2007 - Brainiac Games Inc.
1483 Online Accepts 3rd Party Advertisements
After 15 months in beta testing the free multi player online turn based strategy game, 1483 Online, has surpassed 4200 users and created a stable enough gaming platform and site that its owners, the Guild of Blades Publishing Group, have decided to open the game up to accept 3rd party advertisements. - September 02, 2007 - Guild of Blades Publishing Group
Toobeez Constructs Buy Back Program for Educational and Specialty Toy Retailers
Toobeez, one of the world’s largest suppliers of giant toy building systems, has created a guaranteed buy-back structure. If their products do not sell within 4 months in a specialty toy store, Toobeez will buy them back. “It’s a no-brainer,” muses Joe Donahue, CEO and... - August 30, 2007 - Toobeez International
Alpine Games Launches Award-Winning Card Game, Sixteen®
Game publisher Alpine Games has turned heads with Sixteen, its first entry in the game market. Introduced in July, the custom card game has already won three industry awards. Sixteen is recommended for ages 8 and older, and is packaged with easy instructions for two players. Additionally,... - August 25, 2007 - Alpine Games, LLC
Safety Brainiac is at it Again... More Awards
This great family board game wins 3 more awards to end the spring season. Company is hopeful consumers and retailers start to take notice of the game that is destined to become a family favorite and classic for years to come. - July 11, 2007 - Brainiac Games Inc.
Exceptional New Kids Game Wins National Recognition
New Company Brings Award-Winning Children's Game That Provides Big Smiles to Kids, Parents and Teachers. - May 27, 2007 - Poppo Brands LLC
Safety Brainiac – Junior Edition Honored with Coveted Toy Award
Receiving praise and earning awards from independent toy evaluators and organizations can give the little company a fighting chance to grow and prosper in the Toy Industry. Safety Brainiac – Junior Edition is starting to put up a fight by receiving it’s first toy award, the Dr. Toy Best Product Winner for Spring 2007. - May 16, 2007 - Brainiac Games Inc.
Poppo™ Joins ASTRA
Poppo™ Joins ASTRA, the American Specialty Toy Retailing Association, and brings a dose of Poptitude to the specialty toy market. - March 07, 2007 - Poppo Brands LLC