Rainbow Resource Center, Inc. Holiday and Gift Catalog 2004

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Dear Customer, Welcome to our first ever Rainbow Resource Center Holiday and Gift Catalog! Although our company is known for our wide variety of educational resources, many of our items are fun for the whole family and make great gifts, too! Inside this catalog you will find a wide variety of toys to stimulate the imagination, construction toys, arts and crafts kits and materials, puzzles, brainteasers, party games, word games, strategy games, travel games, and a few inexpensively-priced stocking stuffers to top it all off. In a somewhat different format than our regular annual catalog, we have endeavored to really “spotlight” these products with full-color pictures, while maintaining the blend of information and personal experience we normally feature in our product reviews. Although we have tried to include many of our favorites here, please also visit our website for additional fun and educational products. As always, we strive to bring you quality, wholesome items at a reasonable price. We hope that you and your family enjoy a safe and joyful holiday season. We wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Bob & Linda Schneider and family, and your friends at Rainbow Resource Center

Table of Contents Just for Christmas . . . . . . . . .

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Puzzles/Mindteasers . . . . . . . 39

For the Very Young . . . . . . . . . 6

Arts/Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Toys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Music Makers . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

21 Stocking Stuffers . . . . . . . . . . 56

Page-A-Day Activity Calendars 2005 Wait! Don't throw away yesterday's calendar page! First you need to cut it, draw on it, fold it, glue it, or just have a little fun with it. These interactive page-a-day calendars offer a variety of daily activities for your year. Each 6"x6" calendar is mounted on a colorful stand. Doodle-A-Day 2005 Calendar This page-a-day calendar features a large set of googly eyeballs mounted on the base of the calendar, which peer through all calendar pages. Half of the pages are already illustrated, while the other half offer suggestions for your own doodles. 017498 10.50

Easy Calligraphy & Letter Art 2005 Calendar Always wanted to learn beautiful, flowing calligraphy? Each day of the calendar features a word or phrase. A shadowed form of the word or phrase and blank space at the bottom leave you room to practice. Calligraphy marker included. 025266 11.50

Weather Guide 2005 Calendar This 52-page wall calendar is packed with all kinds of information and trivia for the weather buff. Each month features beautiful full-color photography of a weather event, while each day offers historical weather events. Each month also includes a second spread of pages offering additional data, trivia, articles and more. 025476 10.50

Make Your Own Calendar 2005 (ages 5+) This unique wall calendar leaves lots of room for personalization, and kids can call attention to pretty much any day they think is special! Kids can draw pictures for each month in the empty space and color in the playful black-and-white illustrated borders. Then they can write in special days on the calendar below, and decorate them with the 198 fullcolor event stickers noting birthdays, holidays, special activities, and more. 007398 5.75

Easy Origami Fold-a-Day 2005 Calendar For all of you origami enthusiasts out there, each of these pages features step-by-step instructions on one side, with a solid colored back for folding. 017507 11.50 Kirigami Fold & Cut-a-Day 2005 Calendar Similar in ways to origami, but it's not all folding - some cutting is required as well. Each calendar page offers step-by-step directions to fold and cut areas to make unique paper crafts. 018440 11.50 Sticker-A-Day 2005 Calendars These calendar pages hold three days per page, each day accompanied by a sticker. Stickers are themed in the Scrapbooker's Edition, most notably seasons, holidays, and events, while stickers in the Teacher's Edition include animals, bugs, objects, words, children, and more. 025436 Scrapbook 8.25 025437 Teachers 8.25 Tangram Magnetic Puzzle-A-Day 2005 Calendar This unique calendar is a popular one around our office! Each page displays a tangram puzzle to be completed with the seven included magnetic tangrams. The calendar has a magnetic backing, enabling the tangrams to be placed directly on the pages. Solutions are included. 018442 11.50 Watercolor Lesson-A-Day 2005 Calendar For the more ambitious crafter, this calendar offers a watercolor lesson each day of the year. Weekdays feature pencil sketches of a watercolor painting accompanied by technique tips, and insights from the masters. Weekends provide a model for your own work. 025438 11.50 Word Bluff 2005 Calendar Think your vocabulary is diverse and well-developed? Take on this calendar for a challenge! Each day offers a word and its pronunciation, along with five possible definitions. Words vary in difficulty, but clever definition decoys are planted everywhere! 025477 8.95

My Calendar (ages 5+) This design-your-own-calendar kit offers kids the chance to create their very own calendar using their own drawings or photographs. Kit includes special art pages to draw pictures on or attach photos to, a set of washable markers, instructions, order form, and a prepaid envelope. Creations by You will then create your custom 11"x17" twelve-month, spiral-bound wall calendar, with your art or photos on top and the calendar below. They will automatically print all U.S. holidays on the calendar, but if you want other special days printed they will include those as well! More options are available for an additional fee, such as oversized calendars, laminated calendars, 24-month calendars, etc. Finished calendar will be returned in 2-3 weeks. 016796 16.25

Mrs. Grossman's Christmas Sticker Pack (ages 5+) Use these charming, Christmas-themed stickers to dress up packages, Christmas cards, thank-you notes, scrapbooks, and more. 12 sheets of stickers included - contents vary, but may contain Christmas trees, snowflakes, wreaths, Christmas lights, snowmen, stockings, Santas, and more. Over 75 stickers. 027097 4.95

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Make Your Own Christmas Cards

Make Your Own Christmas Ornaments (ages 8+)

(ages 5+) Relatives always love receiving homemade cards - they're just so much more personal than ones you buy in a box! This neat craft book offers kids step-by-step instructions on how to create easy but unique cards and other Christmas crafts to share. Over 35 ideas are presented, from adorable hanging angel ornament cards to personalized snowman cards and pop-up cards - and even a delicious crunchy card. Included stencil sheets and stickers add to the fun, while full-color illustrations and diagrams offer additional help. 025628 6.50

Kids can create their own beautiful Christmas ornaments for the tree with this book. It details 25 different ornaments to make with fabric, Styrofoam balls, raffia, construction paper, acrylic paints, embroidery floss, and more. Each craft features a materials list, step-by-step directions, and black-and-white illustrations and diagrams. Some of the neat ornament ideas in the book include quilted snowflakes, Swedish woven heart baskets, clothespin dolls, and even a gossamer-winged dragonfly. 020523 6.50

Make a Christmas Stocking (ages 5-9) You know Christmas is really coming when the stockings come out of hiding. With this lacing kit from Lauri, your youngsters can "sew" their own stocking to hang. Kit includes two red stocking felt pieces and a mouse finger puppet with pre-punched holes for your child to sew together and five additional felt pieces to use to personalize their stocking. A large, plastic, ball-tipped needle (easy for little hands) is included, as well as white and green yarn for thread. 012515 3.25

Treasured Ornaments (ages 5-9) What would a family Christmas tree be without the myriad of homemade ornaments? This fun Lauri kit enables younger children to make their own cute, attractive ornaments that they won't mind seeing on the tree a few years from now. The kit includes four pre-cut ornaments - a bell, Christmas tree, angel, and snowman each with pre-cut sewing holes around the edges. Children can easily sew these together with the included two balltipped plastic needles, and decorate with the included additional felt pieces. 012526 4.25

Makit & Bakit® Sets (ages 8+) If you aren't familiar with Makit & Bakit products, it's a very easy and neat craft that looks terrific when you're done. All kits include metal frames, which you lay on a baking sheet. Then place the colored Makit & Bakit Crystals where you want them to go and bake it in the oven until the crystals are melted. The result looks like stained glass, and they are perfect to display in windows or other well-lit areas.

Makit & Bakit® Nativity Set Kids can make their own five-piece stained glass nativity scene with this kit. Frame shapes include Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus, and four animals looking on. Main nativity scene piece measures 5.5”x8". 022760 11.25

Makit & Bakit® 10 Piece Christmas Ornaments An easy and fun way to create long-lasting and beautiful ornaments to hang in your Christmas tree or window. This kit contains ten different frames, Makit and Bakit crystals in various colors including glitter crystals, and instructions. Ornaments include angels, candles, coves, praying hands, bells and more. 004195 9.50

"Dad" T-shirt A great gift to remind Dad how important - and loved - he is. Dark blue insignia and lettering which reads "Dad: A Son's First Hero - A Daughter's First Love" is written on a gray t-shirt. 009351 Large 9.95 009352 XL 9.95 009353 XXL 9.95

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Mini Holiday Ornament Set (ages 8+) We made quite a few sun-catcher type ornaments for our tree when my sisters and I were younger. They are easy to make and so pretty with the lights from the Christmas tree shining through them. This inexpensive set includes 25 ready-to-paint small sun-catcher ornaments including a toy soldier, wreath, camel, church, Christmas tree, caroler, bells, snowman, several angels, and more. Nine pots of stain are included, as well as a paintbrush. Paint-by-number directions are printed on the back of the package for those who want to do it "by the book". With so many to make, everyone can get a piece of the ornament-making action! 010729 5.25

Christmas Candle Kit (ages 8+) Christmas is such a beautiful season for displaying and burning candles - why not try your hand at making your own as lovely gifts or for display? This kit contains a 24-page booklet which offers step-by-step instructions on how to make over a dozen different basic types of beeswax candles. Candle-crafters can start with basic rolled candles, and work up to creating more complex candles like floating poinsettias, Christmas trees, carolers, and more. Kit includes an instruction booklet, three 8"x16.5" sheets of beeswax (one each of red, green, and white), and several lengths of wick. A fun and unique craft that kids and adults alike can enjoy. 029454 11.50

Hanukkah Candle Kit (ages 8+) Making Hanukkah candles is a great way to introduce or strengthen the family holiday tradition. Included in this kit is a book detailing the history of Hanukkah; instructions to make the candles and light them with prayers in Hebrew and English; and songs, recipes, and crafts to celebrate the Festival of Lights. You will also receive enough beeswax sheets and candle wick to create 44 exquisite candles for the eight nights of Hanukkah, along with glitter to decorate your candles and a beautiful box to store them in. 025570 15.50

Best Christmas Pageant Ever VHS/DVD (all ages)

A Classical Kids Christmas Christmas is such a joyous time of year and the music is one of the best parts! This collection of traditional carols and holiday songs features exquisite children's choirs, soloists, and instrumentalists. Among the songs included are Silent Night, O Come, All Ye Faithful, We Three Kings, O Holy Night, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite, Away in a Manger, Polish Lullaby, O Tannenbaum, Vivaldi's Winter, and many more. These classic carols are combined with seasonal poetry, including "T'was the Night Before Christmas", "Longfellow's Christmas Carol", and Hardy's "The Oxen". Experience a magical Christmas Eve, the celebration of Christmas day, the rejoicing of the animals at the manger, the journey of the Three Wise Men and meet St. Nicholas. With over 45 minutes of listening pleasure, this album is an excellent addition to your holiday celebration. 011021 Cassette 6.95 011022 CD 13.50

Christmas Carol and Other Favorites Talented and award-winning storyteller Jim Weiss brings the Christmas Carol alive for listeners of all ages. CD or cassette contains the Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, O. Henry's classic tale "Gift of the Magi", and "Dick Spindler's Family Christmas" by Bret Harte. Approximately one hour in length. 001785 Cassette 7.95 001787 CD 11.95

Loretta Swit stars in this touching and humorous Christmas story based on the book. It's a story of the Herdmans, the nastiest, dirtiest kids you could meet. Nobody is sure what to think when they make a surprise visit to church - and then volunteer for all the major parts in the Christmas pageant! But when the curtain goes up, everyone is in for a surprise. Color, approximately 60 min. 017150 VHS 12.95 024578 DVD 17.50

Little House on the Prairie Christmas Special A double-feature Christmas special from the original Little House on the Prairie TV series. In the first episode, "Christmas at Plum Creek" from Season 1, the Ingalls family tries to make their first Christmas at Plum Creek a homey and enjoyable one. Laura decides to sacrifice her most prized possession, her horse, so she can buy Ma a stove, but what will Pa think of that? The second episode from Season 8 is centered around a Christmas a few years down the road, where a snowstorm traps the Ingalls family, as well as Laura and Mary's husbands, in the little house Christmas Eve. With not much else to do, they exchange Christmas memories. The original film has been restored and enhanced for VHS and DVD. Approx. 100 min. 026502 DVD 13.25 026503 VHS 12.25

Christmas Story Felt Play Story Silent Night: The Song and (ages 4+) Its Story (ages 5+)

This sturdy board book contains two-page spreads with Christmas story text on both, and illustration on the left-hand page. Right-hand page features a felt area that children can place and play with the included pre-cut felt characters. Book includes five different two-page spread play areas and 17 felt characters and animals. From personal experience, these types of interactive books are great quiet entertainers during church, in the car, or anywhere else a little peace and quiet is appreciated! 009709 9.95

This book tells the story of how one of the most beautiful carols of the season, Silent Night, came into being. From its hurried writing before the Christmas Eve service in a small village to its spreading popularity in other Austrian cities, and translation into other languages, its author had no idea that it would ever become the cherished hymn it is today. Beautifully illustrated, with interesting text, this makes a great book to share with the whole family. 35 pages, softcover. 012155 6.50

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A Christmas Carol The timeless story of the miser Ebenezer Scrooge. One Christmas Eve night this joyless man has three unexpected visitors who transform his outlook and perspective of Christmas and life. 001042 2.95

Best Christmas Pageant Ever (ages 8+) A contemporary Christmas classic. Nobody would ever expect the absolutely awful Herdman kids to ever get mixed up in church, much less the Christmas pageant. After all, they lie, steal, hit little kids, cuss, and smoke cigars (even the girls). But when they step in and volunteer, everyone is in for a surprise - including the Herdmans! Humorous and heartwarming, this makes a great chapter book for young readers or an entertaining read-aloud. Softcover, 80 pgs. 018373 4.25

A Small Miracle (ages 4+) This wordless picture book is a touching story about a poor old woman who has almost nothing, but does what she can to help. The pictures illustrate a story simple enough for young children to understand, yet so captivating older children and adults will cherish it as well. 004222 12.50

Jason's Miracle: A Hanukkah Story (ages 10+)

The Year of the Perfect Christmas Tree (ages 6+) Each year, one family in the village is chosen to provide a perfect Christmas tree for the church, and this year, it is Ruthie's family's turn. But then Ruthie's father is called away to the Great War, and time goes by with no word from him. As Christmas draws nearer, the village folk are worried that they may not have a Christmas tree, but Ruthie and her mother stand strong and firm. Find out what it is that really makes Ruthie's Christmas perfect. This is a simple and touching story of love and sacrifice. Softcover. 012016 5.75

The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey (ages 4+) Jonathan Toomey, a woodcarver, is nicknamed Mr. Gloomy by the people of his village because he never smiles and he's always grumbling. Then the Widow McDowell and her young son request a set of Nativity figurines, and the widow's son, Thomas, insists on watching him carve the pieces. Will the friendship of the widow and her son and the importance of the figures he is carving be enough to give Mr. Toomey joy again? 005309 10.75

A Simple Christmas (ages 4+) Are you bothered by the typical materialistic rush, stressfulness, and a general lack of "Christ" in "Christmas" often encountered at Christmastime? Author Alice Chapin assembled this book of ideas and suggestions for managing the Christmas season this way for the many people unsure of how to get back to a simpler appreciation of the holiday. In seven chapters Alice shows us how to keep the spiritual heart in Christmas, suggestions simple celebrations for the family to share, how to reach out to others during the holiday season, how to manage Christmas events, get-togethers and plans without a lot of effort and production, how to reshape your current customs to focus the attention on Christ, and how to use New Year's to enjoy each other's company. 256 pages, Softcover. 014049 12.25

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Jason is a 12-year-old boy who dislikes Hanukkah and sulks about all he is missing because his father won't let the family celebrate Christmas. Then one night he is swept back to the time of the Maccabean revolt in Judea. Jason fights alongside his ancestors and celebrates the first Hanukkah with them. By the end of the story Jason sees Hanukkah in a whole new light. Hardcover, 115 pages. 011321 12.25

Beautiful Christmas Tree (ages 4+) Once upon a time there was a street of brownstone houses, trees, and birds. Although families and fashionable city people lived on that street, one lonely rundown brownstone stood empty and neglected. One day, Mr. Crockett moves in. The fashionable people frown when they see him fixing up his house and cleaning things himself. When he buys a small, bent pine tree missing most of its needles, the neighbors are sure he is odd. But over the years, the care he gives the tree shows what some love and care can do. Softcover, 32 pages. 019331 4.75

Stranger in the Woods (ages 4+) The birds and animals of the forest are in quite a tizzy one winter morning. A mysterious stranger has been spotted in the woods, and the animals are all curious as to his identity. As the story unravels, we are treated to beautiful photographs of curious deer, birds, and other forest animals in the winter forest as captured by the lens of a nature photographer. The text follows the curious animals as they wonder aloud and cautiously approach this "stranger" and find a treat for everyone! 030359 18.50

Pioneer Christmas (ages 8+) Part historical fiction, part fact, and part old-fashioned craft projects, this book gives us a feel for how pioneer families celebrated Christmas during the mid-1800's. The Robertson family is anxiously making preparations for Christmas - baking plum pudding, decorating their house, and sharing Christmas traditions with their neighbors. Interspersed in the text are informational passages about holiday traditions and foods as well as craft projects and games with directions so that you can partake in some oldfashioned fun! 004605 5.95

I Spy Book and Games (ages 4+) I Spy....probably most people are familiar with this series, which encourage youngsters to find "hidden" objects. Increasing observation and perceptual skills is fun with the colorful, crisply photographed book, authored by Walter Wick and Jean Marzollo. Extending the fun is the I Spy Memory Game, winner of eleven best toy awards and the best-selling game in the specialty market. With both memory cards featuring full-color photos of objects and riddle cards, there are 8 ways to play, with versions for beginning and advanced players, plus suggestions for extra activities. Game includes 60 memory cards, 15 riddle cards. The book is not required for the game - or vice versa. The travel edition includes 20 smaller format memory cards and 5 riddle cards. For 1-6 players. 004320 Book 9.75 002504 Game 16.95 020584 Travel Edition 8.50

Busy Bible (ages 3-7) This soft, fabric Bible activity book for kids offers twelve pages of flaps, snaps, buttons, Velcro to lift, pull, do and undo in church, during Bible study, or just for fun. Each page features the title of the Bible story represented and the scripture reference, and an included activity sheet provides short summaries of each story for parents to read to the little guys. We especially like the numbered flaps that show what was formed each day of Creation, the interactive nativity scene, and the big fish that unzips to reveal Jonah! 021587 38.95

Golden Books My First Memory Card Game

Winkel (ages 1 month-3 yrs) Made of soft, pliable plastic, the Winkel's colorful loops are great for holding, grabbing and exploring, but even better, the whole toy can be refrigerated to make those terrific loops feel oh-so-good on little erupting teeth! 5" in diameter. 001860 9.95 Skwish Classic Toy (ages 6 months-2 yrs) With its bright colors and unique construction, the Skwish is a wonderful exploration toy for babies. The Skwish is constructed of colored wooden rods, slide along beads, and elastic cord, so it "skwishes" - but always returns to its original shape! Also includes a securely attached jingle bell and is painted with non-toxic paints, so it's safe for teethers. 008475 12.50

Chubbies (Ages 1+) These little guys are adorable! Perfect first vehicles, they are brightly colored, have blunt edges, are dishwasher safe, and the smooth round wheels are safe on your furniture. Plus, at a size of 4" to 5", they are easy and thick enough for kids to hold easily. There are three different types to choose from, which include planes, helicopters, jets, fire engines, scoop trucks, dump trucks, tractors, race cars, cars, trucks, and tractors. If you order more than one of any Chubbies Boats type, we’ll assort. 6" boats come in a variety 022352 Air Vehicle 1.75 of colors and link together 022353 Truck 3.50 for bathtub play. 022346 1.00 Chubbies Trucks Three seriously hardworking trucks for toting "heavy loads" around the house. Each of these 10" vehicles are brightly colored and have moving parts. 022348 Dump Truck 10.25 022349 Scoop Truck 10.25

(ages 3-6) This version of the classic memory card game comes with 48 jumbo (3"x4.5") playing cards. Each full-color card features a memorable character from the popular Golden Books series, with 2 of each character in the deck. After placing the cards face down on a surface, players must turn cards over and try to remember where they've seen a match. 017485 5.25

Golden Book My First Colors and Shapes Card Game (ages 3-6) Children can learn their shapes and colors while matching cards illustrated with shapes in various colors. Characters from the popular Golden Books are included on every card and help identify matches. Three levels of play challenge different ability levels. 1+ players. 017484 5.25

Chubbies Travel Town Soft, portable town includes a fire department, car wash, police station, and school, each housing a different Chubbies vehicle. All four buildings lay side-by-side when open; car wash and fire department each feature a soft handle on the side for ease in folding up into into 10”x4”x 8.5” carry-case. All soft buildings have unique front openings with different types of doors. This set consists of four little Chubbies vehicles inside a very bright, fold-out garage. 022360 18.75

Train Set The Chubbies train has three 4" cars which link and unlink for carrying important cargo. 022351 7.00

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Baby Farm Friends Bowling (ages 1-4) This adorable 6 pin bowling set is a must for all little ones! The vinyl pins and ball all have various rattle sounds in them, the pins are all flat bottomed, and the ball is weighted but soft and brightly colored. Pins are designed to look like friendly farmyard animals and are sized just right for toddlers' hands to grip. But we're not the only ones that like this set - it's also a "Parenting Media Award Winner", "Child Magazine Best Toy of the Year," and an "American Baby Magazine Best Toy of the Year" product! 004562 16.95

Pound and Roll (ages 3+) This little wooden bench has four brightly colored balls which the kids hammer with a wooden mallet through the holes and they go zooming down the ramp and out the hole in the end. It will provide lots of fun and entertainment. 025247 8.75

Princess Lacing Bear (ages 3+) This unique toy combines the dress-up fun of paper dolls with the fine motor skill of lacing - and it's all contained in one box! The wooden box has a painted bear on the sliding lid, and the inside compartment contains 32 wooden dress-up pieces including tops, skirts, pants, and accessories. Four colors of lacing string are included. Box measures 10"x7"x2.5". 014575 13.25

Sound Puzzles (ages 2+) Rocking Moon Game (ages 4+) A game that's easy enough to play with your toddler, but challenging enough that you won't get bored playing with them! Game consists of a hardwood curved moon face, two dice, and 18 short cylindrical pieces. For each player's turn, they roll the dice to and place that colored cylinder on the moon's face. Play continues until the moon tips. A great game to challenge little guys' fine motor skills, thinking skills, and balancing skills. 029461 8.50

Noah's Ark Shape Sorter (ages 3-6) This product includes twelve colorful pairs of animals. The 24 wooden blocks are about a centimeter thick. You get monkeys, giraffes, elephants, doves, alligators and more. Also included is a three-piece wooden ark with a removable top. The ark includes cutout holes that the animal blocks fit into perfectly. The blocks can also be stored in the ark, which measures 11.5"x9.25"x5". 017353 17.75

What's more fun for youngsters than a regular peg puzzle? How about one that makes noise? You got it - every time a puzzle piece is placed in the correct spot, it makes a noise! You can be sure that kids will quickly learn their favorite pieces - but just in case it's not Mom's favorite, just remove the batteries, and they can play with it like a regular peg puzzle! All puzzles measure 9"x12" and made of hardwood with painted images. Please note that alphabet and number puzzles emit the names of the letters and numbers, and xylophone puzzle plays the music note of the xylophone piece replaced. EACH PUZZLE BELOW 8.75 026938 Farm 026940 Fire Truck 026942 Pets 026943 Shapes 026944 Train 026945 Vehicle 026946 Xylophone/Music 026947 Zoo EACH PUZZLE BELOW 17.50 024883 Alphabet 024884 Numbers

Activity Cart (ages 3-6) This product is an educational playground on wheels! The wooden, rolling play cart contains everything a child could need for hours of learning fun. The cart's activities include a colorful counting frame with sliding beads, 36 multi-shape and colored building blocks, 10 shape sorter slots with solid wood block shapes and a storage bin, a sliding lacing panel with 4 farm lacing cards, a handy tool tray with nuts, bolts, tools and brackets, a magnetic spelling board with colorful magnetic letters, a large secret storage bin, and more, all on a wheeled push cart with storage drawers for the extras. Cart measures 16"x14"x17.5". 017334 60.95

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Floor Puzzles (ages 3+) Each of these generously-sized floor puzzles features nice, thick sturdy pieces, and a wipe-clean surface for the inevitable stickiness that most children's toys acquire. Dinosaur, Construction and Noah's Ark puzzles measure 24"x36" when complete, and the Fire Truck puzzle measures 48" in length. EACH PUZZLE 8.75 026936 Construction (24 pieces) 026937 Dinosaurs (48 pieces) 026939 Fire Truck (24 pieces) 026941 Noah's Ark (24 pieces)

Lauri Perception Puzzles

Lauri Puzzles (ages 3-6)

(ages 3-6) A long-time favorite of ours, we love these challenging puzzles! Each one features the same type of figure or object in a variety of shapes and positions, some quite similar to others, designed to increase perception and help young children recognize similarities and differences. Puzzles are made of trademark Lauri crepe rubber, measure 8.25"x11.5"x 3/16" and includes a removable pattern board. EACH PUZZLE 6.50 019803 Kids (18 pieces) 001608 Fish (12 pieces) 001609 Cars & Trucks (12 pieces) 001612 Butterflies (13 pieces)

Each of these puzzles features colorful pieces in sturdy, squeezable (and washable!) crepe rubber. Pieces fit snugly into place, unlike some wooden puzzles, and will stand up to years of use. EACH PUZZLE 6.50 012490 Airplane (14 pieces) 012491 Backhoe (16 pieces) 012492 Ballerinas (24 pieces) 012494 Bird (27 pieces) 012495 Bug (17 pieces) 012496 Bulldozer (17 pieces) 012497 Butterfly (22 pieces) 012499 Cat 'N Kittens (13 pieces) 012500 Cement Truck (20 pieces) 018346 Chicken (19 pieces) 012501 Choo Choo (13 pieces) 025143 Dragonfly (22 pieces) 012504 Dump Truck (19 pieces) 012507 Fire Truck (21 pieces) 012511 Helicopter (16 pieces) 012516 Noah's Ark (15 pieces) 012519 Queen's Castle (18 pieces) 012521 Rainbow (18 pieces) 018352 Stegosaurus (15 pieces) 012527 Triceratops (14 pieces)

Lauri Puzzle Totes (ages 2-5) Designed for portability, these chunkier, double-sided puzzles feature a handle built into the puzzle, and the crepe rubber pieces are thicker, and even stand for tabletop play. Pieces are two-toned, with a different color on each side, and are a bit larger than standard Lauri puzzle pieces for little hands to hold. EACH PUZZLE 7.50 025140 Big Shapes 018347 Dinosaurs 018348 Earthmovers 018350 Marine Life 018351 Spring Flowers

Lauri Fit-a-Space (ages 2-6) 16 round puzzle faces (3.75" diameter) each feature three or more puzzle pieces of various primary shapes and contrasting colors, fitted into them. The small, versatile pieces that fit into each circle may be used in classifying and sorting, and can even be strung on the three included tipped laces. A terrific, versatile product that offers a lot of early skill-building activities all in one package! 003649 11.50

Tall-Stacker Pegs & Pegboard Set (ages 2+) At 2.5" tall, these thick plastic pegs are perfectly-sized for little hands. This set includes an 8" square rubber pegboard, 25 TallStacker pegs in assorted bright colors, and suggested activities. Kids can poke the pegs in the pegboard holes, create designs on the board, build peg "towers", and more, all while building fine-motor skills, math skills, and of course, having fun! 001213 12.25

Lacing and Tracing Sets (ages 3-7) Cut from heavy-duty chipboard, these colorful shapes can be laced, or even used to trace around on a sheet of paper. Durable and versatile, these sets are great for developing finemotor skills and concentration. Each set contains between 7 to 10 lacing shapes, and the same number of tipped laces. EACH SET (except as noted) 5.75 003037 Animals 025144 Aviation 001207 Construction 003651 Dinosaurs 001208 Noah's Ark 7.95 008137 Sea Life 001209 Simple Shapes 000227 Tools 012513 Extra Laces 4.50

Beads and Baubles (ages 3-6) A feast for little hands! This collection of over 100 crepe rubber keys, circles, diamonds and flowers is ready to be sorted, played with, strung on the brightly-colored laces into necklaces, and more! We hate to have to bring educational value into this, but it does help to develop discrimination (sorting by shape and color) and handeye coordination through lacing too! 019802 5.75

Variety Activity Packs (ages 4-7) These high-quality portable activity kits from Lauri incorporate an activity for every mood! Each themed set includes several sturdy chipboard lacing and tracing cards with string, crepe rubber figures and accessories for assembling or playing pretend, and an assortment of crepe rubber baubles cut into shapes that go along with the theme of the pack. Perfect for travel or for quiet play anywhere, the set folds up into a sturdy cardboard box with crepe rubber handle. EACH SET 12.25 025141 Construction 000222 Fire & Rescue 003650 Horses & Ponies 008136 Dino Adventure

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Oball Sport (all ages) This plastic ball is bendable, twistable, smashable, chew-on-able, and virtually indestructible, as the ball always returns to its original shape no worse for the wear. At 5" in diameter, it's not too large to play with in the house, nor is it too heavy. It can't deflate, won't lose its shape, and its open, ringed structure makes it easy for all little hands to catch and throw. Take it anywhere - to kick, throw, toss, hit, bounce, whatever, and if it gets dirty, just drop it in the dishwasher! 018586 5.50

Oball Jellies (all ages) Just when you think that the original can't get any better, they always come out with something just a little… different. Hence, the Oball Jelly. With the same shape, size, and composition, the Oball Jelly simply differs in color. The Jellies version is made of translucent, glittery colors. Color combinations include clear/pink/blue, green/clear/purple, or blue/green/clear. We are unable to fulfill color requests, but if you order more than one, we will assort. 005930 5.50

Oball All-Sport (all ages) Yet another twist on the Oball! The Oball All-Sport is perfect for those of you who crave a bigger, sturdier (is that possible?) Oball. With a diameter of 7.5", the Oball All-Sport retains all the characteristics of its smaller cousins, in a more kickable, hittable, squeezable size for everyone who needs a little more Oball to handle. Available in assorted colors. 025543 10.95

Blaze Ball (ages 4+)

Arrowcopter (ages 8+) Whoosh! Use the slingshot-like stick and rubber band to send your Arrowcopter soaring up to nearly 200 feet! Then try to catch it as it slowly helicopter-twirls down. 020865 Single 3.00 009048 2-pack 5.25

Arrowcopter Flying Light (ages 8+) They've put a new twist on this flying toy - a glow stick! Now you can fly your Arrowcopter whenever visibility is low. The slim glow stick fits into the body of the Arrowcopter, allowing you to visually track it. The light stick lasts for up to 8 hours. Additional light sticks are available from the manufacturer. 029464 4.50

This ball is a step above all other balls. Not only is it the farthest throwing ball you'll ever find, but it also bounces, flips and flies! You can throw it farther than a softball, whack it with a racquet, punt it like a football, and hack it like a sack. Comes with a clear tube to help maintain the proper shape of the tail and for easy storage. 027863 8.25

Turbo Spin Copter (ages 8+) A light-weight foam helicopter with power launcher that can fly over 50 feet. It is very simple to construct and will provide hours of outdoor fun. 023653 7.75

Turbo Spin Flying Bug (ages 8+) Construct this foam bug with power launcher to fly outdoors for lots of "buzzing" fun. 023654 7.75

Bungee Balls (ages 5+) Rugged, durable, and FUN! Use them outside on a flat This simple and classic toy is great for all ages and it helps develop quick reflexes and throwing surface, down in your basement, or even on your not-too- and catching skills too! The rubber ball measures about 2" in diameter and is securely fastened plush carpets. This model has handles for added stability to the adjustable Velcro wristband. Throw the ball and it will bounce back to you! Play catch and easy pulling. Wheels are non-marring and seat is a gen- with yourself, or bounce the ball off of floors, walls, and even ceilings. Tips and suggestions for erous 12" square. When you aren't playing, you can use use are included on the printed header card. 5.99 them to move furniture and other heavy objects around the 000177 house. A favorite toy/tool in any house. Air Burst Rockets System (ages 8+) 012926 Yellow 12.95 The Air Burst Rocket System requires no rocket engines, no explosive 012927 Blue 12.95 materials, no expensive refill materials, but it flies just as high as many other comparative "real" rockets, a maximum of about 300 ft. How? Air pressure! The Air Burst Rocket System contains a launch pad, membrane boosters, and a rocket. Simply pump up the rocket with a regular bicycle pump as much as you can, and then set it off. Made of sturdy plastic, the Air Burst rocket should last many launchings, but we do offer refills of both the rockets and the boosters. 027862 Air Burst Rockets System 25.95 027861 Extra Air Burst Rockets (2) 6.50 027864 Extra Air Burst Boosters (pack of 60) 2.50 Scooter Boards (ages 4+)

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Junior Stilts (ages 5-13)

Pathfinder (ages 3+)

These fun stilts are made up of what look like upside-down cups, attached to strings. These upsidedown cups are five inches tall and made from durable, thick plastic. The stilts have grooves where feet should go to provide traction for the wearer. The stilts feature a sturdy hand cord attached through two sides of the top of the upside-down cup. Children can grip the hand cords to keep the stilts under their feet as they walk. 018274 6.95

Juggling for the Complete Klutz (all ages) This book proves that anyone - even if you are a complete klutz - can juggle. Juggling for the Complete Klutz takes you one step at a time to being able to juggle fairly well. You start off with tossing and catching one beanbag in a nice arc. By the end of the book you could be juggling 4 or 5 bags! This 52-page book includes everything you need to get started: instructions, encouragement, and 3 juggling bags so you can practice, practice, practice! 010098 9.95 Frog Beanbag Set (ages 3+) Six vinyl-covered, frog-shaped beanbags. Frogs are 5" long, and they come in a package of 6 different colors: green, red, yellow, orange, blue, and pink. Securely stuffed with polystyrene beads. Great for a variety of games, playing catch and juggling! 001862 11.75

Turtle Beanbags (ages 3+)

This quality, wooden toy is designed to help develop a young child's problem solving ability, eye-hand coordination, logical thinking skills, fine motor, and visual tracking skills through play! Very young children can simply move the beads around on the tracks gaining skills as they discover how to work the beads through the maze-like paths. Older children will enjoy sorting the permanently attached beads by color, patterning, and more advanced children can use the toy with the eight included pattern cards to try to match the pattern on the board with that on the card. Eight blank cards are also included, so Mom can create some new ones. Board measures 12" square, stands up or lies down, and is great for both home and travel. 001541 21.25

Bean Bag Toss (ages 4-10) This large bean bag toss is unique in design. It features a dog, a bunny and a gorilla with their mouths wide open (the mouth pieces are actually separate flaps of wood on a hinge) into which you toss a bone, a carrot and a banana. When the little ones toss a food item into their mouths, the wooden flaps swing around to display a hat on top of the dog's and gorilla's heads and ears on the bunny. This would make a wonderful gift for any child as it is made out of sturdy wood and it is great for building hand-eye coordination. 024129 35.25

These six colorful turtles have soft, vinyl bodies with shells that are different colors than their bodies. They are securely stuffed with polystyrene beads and are about 6.25" long and 5" wide and come in varying colors, including blue, yellow, orange, red, and green. 001872 11.75

Crusader Play Sets (ages 4-10) After you unwrap your presents, dress your kids up and send them off to battle the evil of this world with this realistic - but plastic! - weaponry of the Crusader times. The armor will cover your kid's chest and head (if worn properly) and there is a shield for one arm and a 21" sword that will fit just right in their other hand. There is even a choice between silver or black armor so your kids can either compete against each other or join forces to attack stronger armies - like their father or older siblings! 024226 Black Set 8.25 024227 Silver Set 8.25

Wooden Sword and Shield Sets (ages 5+) Now your kids won't have to swordfight with sticks anymore. Each wooden sword blade extends over 14” in length, and the shield fits right onto your arm with straps. Learn the moves of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, bring chivalry and honor back to the modern ages, and save the princess from the fire-breathing dragon! Don't worry - everything is wooden and blunt, so you won't have to make any trips to the emergency room. Lion of Flanders set features crest on a yellow background; Richard the Lionheart set features his crest on a red background. 024263 Lion of Flanders 12.50 024264 Richard the Lionhearted 12.50

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Farm Log Set (ages 3-8)

Farm Blocks (ages 3-8)

This painted wooden farm set comes with enough interlocking log building pieces to build a multi-level barn, a silo, and a fenced in farm yard for the included 10 farmyard animals. Also included are trees, bushes, bales of hay, a farmer and wife and more. 025239 26.00

This colorful wooden farm set includes everything children need to make a farm of their own, all conveniently stored in a sturdy wooden tray. The 61 wooden pieces include a red barn that can be taken apart, a silo, trees, fences, animals, and tractors. 017341 26.50

Castle Playset (ages 3-10) Your youngster will have hours of fun as they become royalty in their own make- Town Blocks (ages 3-8) believe kingdom. The set is complete with 8 wooden figures including a king and This set comes with 53 solid wood queen, knight, jester, two guards, and two horses. The castle is 11"x10.5"x2" and pieces that children can use to construct has a compartment for each of the 3" tall characters. a village of their own. The blocks 025236 12.95 include various buildings, vehicles, signs, Castle Blocks (ages 3-8) and trees. Build your dream castle with the 46 017356 26.50 wooden pieces included in this set. The Table Top Building Blocks Set (ages 4+) blocks portray detailed graphics of A monster 90-piece building block set that allows kids to con- bricks, windows, and even vines, with towers and roofs included. A few struct Roman, Baroque, and Gothic knights and horses are also included with structures. While most kids have a the blocks. No royalty included, as your never-ending flow of ideas, kids can be king or queen for the day! building designs are also 017337 26.50 included. 16 different allwood, natural colored, block shapes. Hardwood Unit Blocks (ages 4+) 018133 33.95 Kids will stack, construct, and demolish for hours with these block sets. Each quality piece is made from a replenishible wood source (rubber wood) and kindergarten sized. Themed Block Sets (ages 4+) 018128 34 Block Set 25.50 Add some variety to your child's block collection with these 42-piece 018129 75 Block Deluxe Set 58.95 hardwood sets. Fun stylistic pieces allow you to construct architecture in the Arabian, Greek, Medieval Castle, or Oriental fashion. Dr. Drew's Blocks (all ages) Combine these sets with the Table Top Blocks set or Nothing beats Dr. Drew's blocks for simplicity, portability, and durause them alone for hours of play! bility. Unlike most block sets, Drew's blocks are uniform at 3”x EACH SET 16.95 2”x0.5”. The size makes them well-suited for building elaborate struc018127 Arabian 026527 Castle tures or just to play with like oversized Dominoes! Made of smoothly 026529 Greek 018131 Oriental finished, splinter-free hardwood, Painted Block Sets (ages 3+) they resist dents and dings. The Encourage your youngster to learn and play set of 288 is a "best value buy." with these brightly colored blocks. Each set 002824 Set of 72 43.95 of wooden blocks contains a wide variety of 002822 Set of 108 70.50 sizes and shapes in red, yellow, blue, and 002823 Set of 288 114.95 green. All "fun" aside, blocks can be used for Unit Blocks (ages 3+) learning colors and shapes, matching, and These unit blocks are a great way for young children to learn how to build motor skills. just about anything they can imagine. These blocks come in basic shapes, 018430 100-Piece Set 17.75 and they are slightly larger 018431 200-Piece Set 26.50 than your normal unit blocks. They have smooth rounded edges and are unpainted to reveal their beautiful natural wood color and grain. 024325 Set of 60 35.25 017357 Set of 84 17.75

Thistle Blocks (ages 3-12) Kids love to build with these blocks because they fit together so easily (just push them together and the "thistles" stick) and they will just as easily pull apart. This set comes with 108 pieces in various sizes (wheels, triangles, and several different varieties of blocks) and they are all contained in a jumbo bucket.. 026180 24.50

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Brick and Stone Sets (ages 8-13)

Octa-Clips (ages 5+)

History will repeat itself as you rebuild these famous ancient and not-soancient structures. The step-by-step guide leads you through assembling the real kiln-fired bricks into a masterpiece with the help of the special mortar mix included. The kits are even reusable as the mortar dissolves in water! Extra mortar mix is available. EACH SET 23.25 024703 Alamo 018025 Coliseum 018026 Empire State Building 018033 Great Wall 024711 London Tower Bridge 024719 Mayan Temple 018054 Statue of Liberty 024786 White House 018042 Mortar Mix Refill 5.50

These clips are used to connect cardboard or corroplast together to design structures such as play houses, displays, puppet theaters, forts, mazes, and more. The two-sided clip rotates around an octagonal post which allows you to clip and lock your structure at a variety of angles. The green clips surround a round post which provides a hinge structure for opening doors and windows. Get your structures together with Octa-clips! 020242 50 pieces 10.25 020217 100 pieces 20.95 020241 250 pieces 41.95 020243 Resource Book 9.25

Construction Set in a Box (ages 5+)

Make Your Own Brick & Mortar 024717 Large Set 15.50 024718 Small Set 7.75

ZoobDudes (ages 4+) Further expand your Zoob fun with these entertaining characters! You just can't look at them and not smile. They are made out of those same kidfriendly Zoob pieces with a few extra accessories. Kids can pose and move them, take them apart and put them back together again, and play with them on their Zoob creations. EACH CHARACTER 8.25 026805 Fireman 026806 Rock Climber 029198 Ranger

Perfect for the little carpenter, this value-packed kit comes complete with all the pieces needed to create hundreds of wooden models. Wooden "screws" are color-coded according to length by bright, primary colors for easy identification. Pieces are assembled easily by hand, or use the wooden screwdriver provided. Included with the set is a sheet with a couple of construction ideas to get kids started. Set is packaged in a solid, compartmentalized, wooden storage case with a see-through plastic lid. Over 60 smooth-sanded, solidwood pieces are included. All you add is creativity for hours of "constructive" play! 012542 17.50

Toobers & Zots (ages 4+) These are flexible, weird, soft, and safe. Use them to create hats, creatures, or anything your imagination can come up with! Each set contains a variety of pieces. Toobers are long, bendy things; zots are odds and ends pieces like parts of a crown, strips, different shapes with holes in them, and so on. Fun for you and your kids. Girls and boys alike will love them - have fun! 028772 Zippy (20 pieces) 5.95 028771 Zany (50 pieces) 12.95 028773 Zowy (120 pieces) 24.95

Kapla World Block Sets (ages 4+) Zoobs (ages 4+) Zoobs are easy to snap together pieces with endless building potential. Because of the ball-and-jaw type "joints", kids can animate their play with movement in their creations. There are five different types of pieces that come in a variety of colors. You can build bugs, vehicles, geckos, and imaginary things! The range of difficulty is broad - from some easy things to very complicated models. It just depends on what you want to build and how realistic you want it to be. You and your kids will have a great time with these! 026800 15-Piece Set 4.25 026802 35-Piece Set 8.25 026803 55-Piece Set 12.25 026804 75-Piece Set 16.25 026799 125-Piece Set 24.25 026801 250-Piece Set 32.50

Taken from the Dutch words Kabouter Plankjes, Kapla means "small planks." Instead of your traditional cubeshaped building blocks you'll find long, thin planks specifically designed with proportions (approx. 4.6"x .9"x .3") that balance; the two principles of building and sculpting. Exclusively manufactured in France, each piece is made of French Marine Pine and is precisely cut for great stability in the completed projects. Kapla sets are premier building units that allow for the cultivation of hands on creativity and ingenuity. 200 Piece Building Set One of the most popular Kapla building sets. Includes booklet of various building techniques with 40 illustrations/photographs. 025113 53.50 280 Piece Set in Wood Box w/ Red Art Book This package includes the booklet of building techniques and the Red Art Book. 025114 80.95 20 Light/20 Dark Blue Color Kapla w/ Book A good starter set.. The book is different from the other 4 offered separately and illustrates structures using light blue, dark blue and natural planks. This set is a great way to add color to any natural colored building set. 025110 25.95

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Electronic Snap Circuit Sets (ages 8+) Why play pretend construction games and toys and imagine about the things you can create when you could play with real snap-together blocks of electronic components and create things that really work like fans, lights, clap sensors, and alarms? An impressively detailed book features each experiment with a full-color diagram of the completed setup, an objective, and directions. Directions are clear and complete and even include an explanation of how that bomb sound or simple water alarm work (which they'll maybe come back and read when the initial thrill of playing wears off). Available in several sizes, each with a different number of parts and possible experiments or projects. A Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products Award Winner. 028551 100 Experiment Kit 24.00 029506 300 Experiment Kit 47.95 029507 500 Experiment Kit 71.95

Switch On! (ages 8+) Subtitled “An Electronic Circuit Activity Set for Young Scientists and Engineers”. Create projects like a Space Ray, Burglar Alarm, Adjustable Light, Singing Speaker, and even a Wet Diaper Alarm! An instruction manual is included giving helpful background information on the components. Also included is a booklet entitled Experimental Circui Diagrams with the color-keyed layout and alpha-numeric codes of all of the pieces needed for each project. These projects are all built on a clear plastic base that fits over the pages of the booklet, so you can easily construct right over the layout. Everything snaps together easily for quick construction and dismantling. Approximately 51 high-quality, durable plastic pieces are included. Four AA batteries are required, but not included. 005481 49.95

Get in Gear Hands-On Science Kit (ages 7+) This kit is a great gift for your budding machinist as it good way to teach kids about different kinds of gears and show how they work. It has a motor and a gear shaft, so you just assemble the gears, push on the switch, and watch it move. Learn what types of gears are used in clocks, elevators, fruit squeezers and the like. Little known facts are scattered throughout, and there's space for your own gear inventions in the back. 015544 16.50

Mighty Builders (ages 5-10) These all-wood sets will get the excitement going. With solid wood construction and screwdriver assembly, the fun will never end. Let your kids building skills and imaginations take off in whatever adventure they dream of most. No cutting or gluing required, screws included. Four different sets to choose from! Mighty Builder Jet Plane Over 14 inches long and very colorful, your child will put this jet plane together and fly off to wherever their imagination takes them! 024131 17.75 Mighty Builder Race Car This racecar is over 10 inches from bumper to bumper, has doublewide rear tires, and a figure designed for burning up the track. 024132 17.75 Mighty Builder Train Set Choo-Choo! Watch out, this massive 13-inch train is coming though! This train doesn't need a track to run on, but it does need a kid to push it around. 024133 17.75 Mighty Builder Bird Feeder Now you can watch birds come and go as you please with this 7" birdfeeder made by you and your family. 024130 17.75

Bubbleology Hands-On Science Kit (ages 7+) This science kit is bursting with fun! Your child will become a bubble maniac as they perform more than 30 experiments and learn the secrets behind amazing bubble tricks. This kit comes complete with a bubble lab that contains materials such as a multi-bubble wand, a bubble obstacle course, a bubble basin, and much more! Learn how to paint with bubbles, make a frozen bubble sculpture, and even create a square bubble! 015300 16.50

World Record Paper Airplane Book (ages 12+) This book shares the story of the man who made it into the 1985 Guinness Book of World Records for longest flight duration of a paper airplane. After telling his story, this book explains the physics and aerodynamics behind paper airplanes. It shows how different models fly differently and the best throwing techniques and places to fly. The rest of the book provides instructions and paper for making planes. Enough pages are included to make several models of each of the sixteen different plane designs described. 016519 12.25

Lego Crazy Action Contraptions (ages 8-14) This book is packed with ten of the craziest contraptions ever for Legos! These contraptions clank, roll, spin, and even launch things. Five of the ten designs can be completed using the 60 Legos included with this book, and the other five will need to be supplemented with a basic Lego set. 001150 14.95

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GeoMags (ages 4+) We've all built stuff with blocks, Legos, and other connecting bits and pieces. Why not magnets? Kids love playing with magnets. When you build objects with strong magnets oriented in just the right way, you can create objects that actually move on their own. Each set is made up of small (but strong) colored magnetic rods, as well as non-magnetic small metal balls. Suggested structures and shapes to create are included with each set. 018541 6 Rods, 8 Spheres 5.75 018537 12 Rods, 8 Spheres 8.50 018539 24 Rods, 18 Spheres 15.95 008472 36 Rods, 24 Spheres 23.95 018540 64 Rods, 32 Spheres 39.95 018538 120 Rods, 64 Spheres 72.95 008463 132 piece set 56.75

Capsela Science Kits (ages 7+) These kits demonstrate how things work in real life, and they are very fun to make. Whether they use air, hydraulics, motors, or another medium, the kits are easy to put together using the pictorial instructions that are included. All are made of hard plastics. Some kits have you build a basic structure that can be converted to several different things. Awesome for older kids who love hands-on projects! 10 different kits to choose from. Capsela 70 - Morpha-Bot Children use Capsela's easy interlocking pieces along with a rubber band-propelled motor to create 4 different robots. Or your kids can design their own! The transparent pieces allow kids to observe how the robot works. A great way to learn while playing! 019077 23.25

Pet Tornado (ages 5-12) Hold one of nature's most destructive force in the palm of your hand. With a small twist of your wrist a tiny realistic tornado forms from white foam clouds. Hold it in the light and watch the iridescent currents swirl. Awesome science in a bottle! 005349 4.25

Capsela 73 - Robot Racer A fun introduction to simple robotics. Build the robot racer projects shown in the guide, then invent your own. All about discovering kinetic energy and friction. Has 24 inter-locking pieces and uses a pull-back motor. 019078 13.95 Capsela 90 - Weather Station Contains everything you need to build 6 weather sets! Contains 40 interlocking parts including a sundial, compass, wind direction indicator, rain gauge, and many other weather-related items. Observe and record weather and environmental conditions. Designed to help children understand weather conditions and changes. 019079 15.50 Capsela 175 - Power Start Motion energy and torque is what this kit is all about. 25 interlocking parts are designed to introduce students to the motorized side of Capsela. Build 5 action projects including a propeller vehicle, revolving machine or even a mini-buggy! Vehicles can move in forward or reverse. Requires one AA battery (not included). 019071 15.50 Capsela 200 - MX Racer Learn about electrical and mechanical energy using these 36 pieces to create 10 fun projects, including a crazy car, racing chariot, or even a working fan! Needs one AA battery to operate motorized functions (not included). 019072 21.75

Perfume Creations (ages 8+) Children create their own wonderfully scented Perfume Creations. Completely safe and educational, this kit allows children to choose from eighteen perfume recipes. Eight genuine French essences are included with three Italian gift bottles, eight eye droppers, ten blotters, and a 16-page booklet. Instructions are easy to follow, and kids can also experiment to invent their own fragrances. 004006 16.50

Capsela 400 - MX Trooper Valuable science concepts such as gears, speed transformation, electricity, and buoyancy are all present in this kit. With 48 interlocking parts, this vehicle is a real trooper! 22 projects for land and sea. Build a car, a revolving robot, or even a speedboat! Requires one AA battery (not included). 019073 30.95 Capsela 620 - Bug Builder Do Praying Mantis change into a Grasshopper? They do in this kit! Use the Bug Builder translucent parts to create your own moving insect. The bugs have motorized mouth and wings to bring it to life! Required two AA batteries (not included). 019074 26.95 Capsela 660 - Aqua Explorer With this amphibious motorized vehicle, roar over the land, and send it into the water! This Capsela kits demonstrates the principles of motion, energy, buoyancy, and other real-life concepts all in one! Model stands 15"h x 6.75"w x16" long. 019075 45.95 Capsela 680 - Lift N' Load Slime Science (ages 8+) Make four different hydraulic machines (one at a time). Using water, tubes, plastic parts, and a switch, you can make What is more fun that ooey, gooey, a dump truck dump, a bulldozer scoop, a forklift lift, and a crane, um, crank? Learn about water as a power source, ooze!? Create 5 different slimes with great and friction. Water not included! fun properties to explore - a slime that 019076 30.95 jiggles; a sticky ooze that can glue things together; a mystery material that's solid Capsela 1000 - Max Out one minute, liquid the next; a rubbery, This complete set contains all the components of the Capsela system. A total of 108 stretchy putty; and a classic oozy slime. interlocking parts used to build over 100 projects that are able to travel on land or Science booklet, recipe cards, and slime sea. This kit is BIG! Comes with a basic Science Booklet that covers 18 physical conchemicals are included. Adult supervicepts for advanced learning. Two AA batteries will be needed (not included). sion recommended for young scientists. 019070 72.95 001302 8.50

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Gears! Gears! Gears! These fun sets are perfect for budding engineers. Each set has different pieces and themes for hours of building fun. While each set stands alone (unless noted), they are all compatible with each other for endless building possibilities! Gears! Gears! Gears! (ages 5+)

Gears! Gears! Gears! Gizmos (ages 5+) Springs, spirals, small, medium and large gears and bases are all included in this 82-piece advanced building set for hours of whirling, twirling fun. 001224 21.50

Under the Sea Gears (ages 7+)

The original Gears! set. Nearly 100 colorful plastic pieces are included in this set, including cranks, connectors, interlocking plates and, of course, lots of same-size gears. Pillars enable the child (or Dad!) to design vertically as well as horizontally. 020284 15.95

Create your own undersea world with this colorful, moving, 67-piece kit from the makers of Gears! Gears! Gears!. Underwater creatures in the kit include a peek-a-boo crab, slippery sea turtles, diving dolphins, an ornery octopus, and a spinning school of fish. 013363 23.75

Gears! Gears! Gears! Super Set (ages 5+) The biggest Gears set yet! This 150-piece package comes with gears, pillars, six-way axles, bases, and a crank handle. All pieces come in a large, sturdy storage buckets. 011276 31.75

Gears! Gears! Gears! Power Motor Accessory Set (ages 7+) Put power into your Gears! Gears! Gears! creations when you add this motor accessory set to any Gears! Gears! Gears! construction set. This 10-piece set has a motor, gears, crown gear, and L-connectors. Instruction guide is also included, to help you get started. Requires two AA batteries (not included). 003675 11.95

Gears! Gears! Gears! Wacky Factory (ages 7+) This set offers three different sizes of gears and base plates to add a little complexity (and more educational value) for your young engineer. 001225 31.75

M-Gears Robots (ages 7+)

Dizzy Fun Land Motorized Set (ages 5+) Everything you need to create your own Dizzy Fun Land amusement park! This set includes a hand-held power motor, carousel, ferris wheel, bumper cars, roller coaster, play figures, and plenty of Gears! Gears! Gears!. 120 pieces total. 018353 29.25

Safari Express Motorized Train Set (ages 5+) This motorized train set is brightly colored and has color-coded, easy to follow instructions. Your children can build the train shown on the box or create their own original train. This set has 127 pieces including 4 jungle animals, oodles of stickers a working headlight, separate power and sound buttons, and much more! 025211 31.75

M-Gears Motorized Building

Interlocking, whirling gears give these robots motion like no Set (ages 7+) other. Each has a unique personality with parts to match and then Let your imagination do the building. it morphs into a different vehicle. With this 350-piece building set you can Aero morphs into a 2-wheel space choose between 10 different models or jet, Lunar morphs into a 4-wheel create your own. The gears spin, twist, rover, and Terra morphs into a 3turn, and lock together. Includes instrucwheel navigation cycle. Using tion guide with building suggestions and easy to follow directions, kids can model ideas. Motor requires two AA batbring a specific robot to life teries (not included). Shown below. or create one of their own. M-Gears Remote Control Racers (ages 7+) 025180 29.25 EACH SET 15.00 Kids, get ready to rev up your imaginations and create 025177 Aero the ultimate racing vehicle! Using color-coded instruc025179 Lunar tions, you can build two different remote control racers 025184 Terra from each set or build your very own supercharger. The infrared motor base requires four AA batteries (not included) and the hand controller also requires four AA M-Gears Roadster (ages 7+) Take control of the open road with this 165-piece build- batteries (not included). Shown above. 23.75 ing kit. Gear spinning action and three road hugging 025178 Grand Prix Racer racer ideas makes this M-Gears Neon Flyer (ages 7+) set a sure hit. The sky's the limit with this 242-piece, neon-colored Instructions are includgear set. Kids can let their imaginations soar as they ed and gears are red create custom flying machines. Instructions are and orange. Shown included for 4 models, including: Air Acrobat, Space right. Jet, and Chase Copter. Shown left. 025183 11.95 025181 15.95

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Marble Runs Crazy Run Magnetic Marble Rails (ages 6+) Short on floor space? This 80-piece marble run includes magnetic backings so you can place the marble "rails" on any metal surface to create exciting marble runs! The set includes long flat run pieces that can be used alone to create short, straight runs, or can be linked together to create longer, exciting curves. Interconnecting puzzle-like pieces are also included to form a final landing box for your marbles... and to stop them from bouncing all over the kitchen floor! Besides just being fun, children will learn about scientific and mathematical principles like acceleration, gravity, weight, and speed as they continue to adjust and customize their tracks. 019413 17.95

Super Marble Run Vortex (ages 6+)

Spiral Rail Marble Run Set (ages 4+) Sturdy base pieces support the twisting, turning, exciting tracks of this 80-piece set. Your marbles will travel at speeds and through obstacles that you never imagined possible! 019419 15.50

Marble Rails (ages 4+) These 140 colorful roller-coaster pieces allow you to design your own marble run. The curve-shapes and straightaways, bases, marble entry-points, and vertical stacking pieces are provided. Glittery marbles included. 020244 34.75

A huge, thrilling 220-piece marble run! Pieces include brightly colored spirals, two vortex chambers, double entrance funnels and much more to construct the largest marble run available. 019420 42.50

Transparent Marble Run

Opaque Marble Run (ages 4+)

Skyrail Marble Roller Coaster (ages 4+) Design your own marble roller coaster with these Skyrail glow in the dark marble tracks. These two sets are complete with pictorial instruction manuals to help guide your rollercoaster creation. 019416 150-pieces (20') 27.25 019417 250-pieces (40') 42.50

Design possibilities are limitless with this 68 piece marble run. It includes 12 marbles to run through the flippers, down funnels, across ramps, around twists, and into the catch-all hoppers at the bottom. Pieces are sturdy and solid plastic and are easier to construct for smaller Transparent Marble Race (ages 4+) children. Send your marbles zipping around cor008476 20.95 ners and zigzagging through obstacles again and again. Interlocking pieces fit together easily for small children. 46 colorful pieces are also transparent, so you can watch the race! The combinations are almost endless, so it's a different path every time you rearrange the track. Includes 10 marbles. 005892 16.95

Nuudles (ages 5+) Nuudles are dyed biodegradable packing peanuts. To create a unique object, dampen the ends on a sponge stick them together. A sponge is included for this purpose, but if your kids decide to lick and stick, they're safe; nuudles are completely non-toxic. With 600 nuudles in a bag, you can cheaply create many, many durable, nuudle originals. Bloxx nuudles are longer, flatter, and more rectangular than normal nuudles. 013641 Nuudles - Bloxx 5.25 013642 Nuudles - Bold 5.25 013643 Nuudles - Pastel 5.25

(ages 4+) Never lose sight of your glittery marbles as the fly through a brilliant marble run of your own creation. 104 fluorescent pieces. 020245 49.95

Glow and Glitter Marbles Brighten up any marble run with 100 glowing, glittering marbles! The white marbles in this set glow in the dark and the glitter marbles come in fun neon colors. 019414 5.95

Uudles of Nuudles (ages 5+) Take your nuudles to new heights with this book of 14 unique project ideas. Some are appropriate holiday decorations and others make use of styrofoam balls and wiggle eyes to create adorable little creatures such as spiders and caterpillars. 015147 3.50

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Pretend & Play Kitchen/Baking Sets (ages 4+)

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The complete Kitchen Set has over 70 pieces including pots, pans, cups, bowls, dishes, utensils, tea pot, strainer, pitcher, cookie cutters, roller, juicer, cutting board, dish pan, and more. As the box says, it has "Everything but the kitchen sink!" The pastry cutter, timer, tongs, masher, juicer, strainer and ice cream scoop function just like grown-up versions. The Baking Set contains a mixing bowl, measuring cup and spoons, muffin pan, mixing spoons, pastry cutter, timer and eight cookie cutters. The Cooking Set includes tea kettle, frying pan with lid, two handled pot with lid and five utensils with big grip handles. The Dish Set has four place settings with plates, cups, saucers, knives, forks and spoons. Sets are all primary-colored, with some white and clear pieces. Makes pretending a lot more real! 015857 Baking Set (A) 11.95 015859 Dish Set (C) 10.25 015858 Cooking Set (B) 11.95 015860 Kitchen Set (D) 31.75

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Picnic Play Food Basket (ages 4+)

(ages 4+) After winning almost every imaginable toy reward, we felt this "toy" deserved a place in our catalog! It is a real, working, solarpowered calculator with a cash drawer that holds real-size bills and coins. Oversized buttons and big number display make it perfect for even your littlest storekeeper. Comes complete with play bills, plastic coins, pretend Citibank credit card, and suggested activities. Measures 10.5"w x 9.5"d x 5.5"h. Mom will be tempted to borrow this one for her next garage sale! 003050 23.75

For the taste buds, this set includes a chocolate ice cream cone, corn on the cob, hamburger patty, 2-piece hamburger bun, slice of watermelon, pear, roll, cake slice, chicken leg, 4 potato chips and even a 16 square-inch, redchecked table cloth. Everything but the ants! 013361 15.00

Pretend and Play Work Belt Tool Set (ages 4+)

Pretend and Play Checkbook and Checks (ages 4+) Every child needs a checkbook, right? Well…maybe not, but until they're old enough for the real thing, teach them the basics of money management with this realistic-looking set. Vinyl case holds checkbook and register sheet, just like mom and dad's. Great for little children to "pretend" with, but also can be used as a real learning tool for older children. 003051 2.50

This see-through tool box comes complete with 20 plastic tools that every "handy-man" needs around the house. A saw, hammer, screwdriver, and power drill are just a few of the tools this set includes. The tool belt allows your child to "fix-it on the go" as they help with any home-improvement project. Two AA batteries needed to operate power tools. 029311 19.75

My Little Sandbox Play Sets (ages 4+) These five different play sets will bring the sandbox or the beach into your home for those cold and snowy days when you can't enjoy the real thing. Kids will love playing in the ultra fine sand contained in a 10"x10"x2" wooden box. Each play set includes the wooden box, sand, a no-mess play mat, themed toys to play in the sand with, and a re-sealable box to keep everything together. Even adults will enjoy sifting through the sand, raking designs or playing along with the kids in reminiscence of their youth or as the perfect stress reliever. An enjoyable, relaxing activity for all ages. EACH PLAY SET 21.95 028051 Beach Party 028052 Big Builder 028053 Dino Land 028054 Funny Farm 028055 Trail Blaster

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Fruit and Vegetable Play Food Basket (ages 4+) For the healthy eater, this 13-piece set includes an apple, pear, banana, cucumber, green pepper, carrot, tomato, red onion, celery, two strawberries, and a head of lettuce. The fruit and vegetables all fit nicely in their plastic blue basket for easy transportation. They are very realistic looking, so when reaching for an apple, make sure you have the real thing! 013360 13.50

Cutting Food Box (ages 4+) Perfect for your future chef as this product is tons of real-life fun! All 33 pieces of the set are stored in a wooden box with a durable plastic cover. The set includes a mini wooden cutting board, a wooden cutting knife, and eight wooden pieces of food. These colorful food items are pre-sliced into 2-5 pieces and re-attached by Velcro. Children can take a piece of food, place it on cutting board, and cut through the Velcro-ed pieces like they are cutting through real food. The Velcro provides the perfect amount of resistance to make it actually feel like you are cutting the food. Cutting a loaf of bread, watermelon slice, carrot, and other items will give children practice and make them feel grown up, and it will provide them with hours of fun and play while you prepare your holiday meals. 017339 17.75

Folkmanis Puppets (all ages)

Kittens in Basket Finger Puppets (all ages) Do you have a puppeteer at your house or anyone who Three little kitten finger puppets, each of a different color, have been likes playing with stuffed animals? These adorable pup- sewn into a small, 6" wide plush basket, where they eagerly await your finpets will entertain children for hours as they name them, gers to bring them alive to wriggle, squirm and tumble all over each other! play with them, and do puppet shows! These puppets 018073 8.95 are top quality plush, life sized (except the dinosaurs!), Mice in a Box Puppet (all ages) and loads of fun! Great for indoor imagination on cold, Open the lid of this cheery little red and white winter days and keeping your hands warm! polka-dotted box, and up pop three wriggling, 018070 Baby Turtle 12.25 squirming, white mice! EEK! But don't worry, 013120 Black Lab Puppy 18.75 these realistic-looking mice are actually finger 013121 Brown Bunny 8.25 puppets. The plush, furry mice are sewn into 018072 Dinosaur Egg 16.25 the lining of the 4" box. Three holes at the bot013124 Orange Cat 22.75 tom of the box allow you to use your fingers to 013127 Rabbit In Hat 12.25 control their movement. 013128 Raccoon 38.95 013122 7.50 018076 Raccoon in Garbage Can 19.50 013129 Scruffy Dog 27.50 Glove Puppets (ages 3+) 013130 Tabby Cat 16.25 These adorable puppets are made of soft velour and fit hand sizes from child 013131 T-Rex 21.00 to adult. The puppets are designed so that the head, arms, and legs of each fig013132 Raptor 19.50 ure are controlled by the movements of your fingers. Encourage the develop018077 Woodpecker Family 14.75 ment of your child's oral language skills by using the puppets for story telling, 013133 Yellow Lab 18.75 songs, and other assorted verbal activities. Children will also be challenged to stretch their imaginations as they write play after play for their puppets to perform for family, friends, and neighbors. These puppets are bound to keep your children entertained for hours time and time again. EACH PUPPET 6.75 023535 Bear 023536 Bee 023537 Cat 023538 Caterpillar 023542 Dog 023543 Elephant Tippy Toes Puppets (ages 3+) 023545 Ladybug The cutest thing on two fingers! Tippy Toes are some of the most adorable 023546 Mole finger puppets you'll find! Small, high-quality plush animals, two of their legs 023547 Mosquito are made especially for fingers so they can "tippy toe" around. Little kids 023550 Pig (and grown-ups too) will love these little 023551 Snail guys! A variety of characters to choose 023552 Spider from! 023553 Wolf EACH TIPPY-TOE 4.25 001249 005351 018475 018478 001250 003732

Acorns Squirrel Trotter Horse Fleece Lamb Soars Eagle Sparky Dog Tippysaurus Dinosaur

Castle Pattern (ages 3-12) Build a full-size, life-like castle using this pattern and pieces of cardboard. Please note: cardboard is not included but check with your local furniture or appliance stores for free large cardboard boxes. The easy-to-construct model takes from 3-6 hours to make. Build it for a party, use it for a Medieval study, or just play in it! Children can creatively paint and decorate the completed castle. The pattern creates a turret, tower and chapel that fit on the corners of a central keep. 008874 9.50

Tabletop Puppet Theater (ages 4+) A must for up-and-coming puppeteers! This little theater has all the essential elements for an outstanding production: a chalkboard marquee along the top so producers can change the performance title whenever they wish, a red curtain that splits down the middle to slide to both sides or will slide as one piece to either side, and a sturdy frame. Theater folds flat for easy storage, and the side panels are attached with non-pinch hinges. Break a leg! 018134 29.75

Puppet Theatre Pattern (ages 5+) Build a full-size puppet theatre (or general store) using this pattern and pieces of cardboard (not included check with your local furniture or appliance stores for free large cardboard boxes). This could take around 26 hours to complete. The kids can paint and decorate their theatre as they like. Parental help will be needed with the cutting of the cardboard and overseeing the construction and painting. Then let the fun begin as their imaginations go wild with all the fun puppet shows they will put on for you. 014121 6.25

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Family Doll Set (ages 4-10) These multi-generation dolls are colorfully dressed, wire-framed figures so they can be posed in many ways easily. The set includes seven dolls - mother and baby, father, grandma, grandpa, a daughter, and a son. They come in their own home-shaped box and can fit in most dollhouses. Any girl would be happy to add these dolls to her dollhouse collection. 025238 17.50 Furnished Dollhouse (ages 4-10) This great dollhouse measures 22"x24"x17" and is made out of white wood. It includes a built-in handle, and the balcony and atrium of the house can be removed for easy access to the inside. Features like opening doors and moving shutters add some realness to the house. Two adult dolls and two child dolls are included which are proportional to the house. The house also comes with movable, attractive furniture including a sink with mirror, bathtub, toilet, a shelf with a television on it, a coffee table, couch, chair, table, four kitchen chairs, a cabinet, refrigerator, a stove and sink, a clothing bureau, and a bed. 017345 87.95

Fold & Go Dollhouse (ages 4-10) This wooden house with an attached garage is made out of white wood and can be folded open to display the inside of the house. A convenient carrying handle is attached to the roof of the house. The lightweight and durable house features four rooms, opening doors, and even a working garage door. Two dolls are included with the house, as are twelve pieces of wooden furniture. When the house is folded together, it measures 11.5"x16"x10". 017343 43.95

Fold & Go Barn (ages 3-8) This wooden barn is painted red on the outside and can be folded open to display large stalls, stable doors, and a hayloft. The barn doors are made to slide open and a convenient carry handle is attached. Seven animals are included with barn including: a sheep, pig, cow, goat, horse, turkey, and dog. Barn measures 14"x16"x10.5". 017342 43.95 Fold & Go Easel (ages 4-12) This handy easel provides a low-fuss area for kids to create. The easel is double sided, with chalkboard and magnetic surfaces, and the easel easily folds up for storage. Included with the easel are paints, brushes, crayons, chalk, glue, and a paint cup. Also included are four round magnets to hold paper on the easel so children can work without worrying about holding their paper in place. The easel also features a convenient pull out storage drawer to hold all your children's supplies for easy access. Easel measures 16"x14"x3.5" when folded, and it has a wooden handle for easy transport. 018415 35.25

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Make Your Own Dollhouse Furniture (ages 6+) If you've ever wanted quality dollhouse furniture that was realistic looking and durable, this is it. And even better, you get to personalize this furniture yourself! These sets contain 6-7 pieces of plain wooden furniture for you to paint and decorate with your own design. These sets include paints, stickers and helpful hints. Solid or print? Floral or plaid? Stripes or polka-dots? It's up to you! EACH SET 17.50 018420 Bathroom Furniture Includes a sink, stand with drawers and shelves, bathtub, toilet, mirror/cabinet, and a plain cabinet. 018421 Bedroom Furniture Includes a double bed with pillows, wardrobe, dresser, two nightstands and two lamps. 018422 Kitchen Furniture Includes sink, hutch, oven, table, and two chairs. 018423 Living Room Furniture Includes couch, chair, television, television stand w/ drawers, end table and lamp.

Folding Wooden Castle (ages 4-12) This thing is huge! The castle boasts of a courtyard, turrets, a dungeon, staircases, a drawbridge, and more. And it comes with 3 wooden dolls and a horse, so your kids could be playing with this for hours. Set up stations and prepare for attack! Defend the queen and remember your training! With this very sturdy castle, which stands almost 1.5' tall, your children will conquer the world and bring justice to all evil. 018416 60.95

Folding Horse Stable (ages 4-12) For your child's homeless horses, this wooden stable is like a miniature of the real thing. It features seven working doors, a hayloft with a ladder, and a fenced in corral attached to the stable. The stable can be folded out so you can get to the different stalls inside it. When the stable is folded together, it measures 14.7"x20.5"x13". No horses are included. 017344 87.95 Bear Dress Up Puzzle (ages 3-8) What a nifty idea! This small pine box has a lid that doubles as a puzzle frame, with a teddy bear outline on its underside. Very much like a paper doll, this puzzle has several pieces that allow you to change the bear's clothes, shoes, and even her facial expression. This 18-piece set includes 6 complete outfits, 6 pairs of shoes, and 6 different "moods"; happy, sad, surprised, angry, asleep, and sick. Sturdy wooden pieces make this a perfect choice for small hands that have not yet developed the coordination necessary for cutting out paper dolls. With its bright colors and versatility, Bear Dress Up is sure to keep your little one busy for hours! 012541 6.95

Magnetic Dress-up Dolls (ages 3-8)

Magnetic Dress-Ups (ages 3-8)

These beautiful wooden doll sets each come with their own stand and have over 20 colorWhat more could any litful, magnetic wooden pieces to create stylish tle girl ask for than outfits. They each come with a nice storage Magnetic dress-up dolls? box for when your little girls are done playing They don't have to worry with them for the day. 2 dolls to choose from. about cutting or punching 025243 Ballerina 8.75 them out or having those 025244 Princess 8.75 little tabs on the clothes to try and make them fit and stay on. Presto - with these magnetic dolls, the clothes fit and stay on the first time and every time thereafter! Each set includes two extra thick moveable dolls with at least ten outfits and accessories to match! Also includes a 12"x 9" beautiful magnetic playboard and re-usable storage pouch. 024500 Dance Recital 7.50 024504 In the Attic 7.50 024501 Dress for Winter 7.50 024505 Princess Set 7.50 024502 Fairies 7.50 024506 Tea Party 7.50 024503 Fashion Show 7.50 024524 Teddy Bears 7.50

Magnetic Dress-Up Puzzles (ages 3-10) Your little girls will have fun with these! These magnetic wooden dolls each come with 14 mix-and-match outfit pieces and their own stand. All are beautifully illustrated and each piece fits back on the puzzle board when not in use. 025231 Ballet 6.95 025232 Bedroom 6.95

Magnetic Playsets (ages 3-10) These playsets have a 14"x18" playboard surface which is sealed with a clear, resilient coating to make clean up easier. The boards fold in half to 14"x 9" for easy storage. Each set includes several washable, durable vinyl magnets to play with on the playboard surface. The magnets are thicker than most for greater holding power. The sets also include a re-usable storage pouch to help prevent losing pieces. Your kids will have hours of fun creating endless combinations of scenes using their imaginations. These are great for travel too! 24 sets to choose from. EACH PLAYSET 7.50 024487 African Adventure 024489 Ballet 024490 Beach 024491 Bugs 024492 Building Site 024493 Construction Site 024496 Dinosaurs 024498 Doll House 025633 Fairy Tales 024509 Farm 024529 Fire Fighters 024511 Forest 024513 Horse Show 025634 Noah's Ark 024516 Ocean 024517 On the Go 024518 Pet Shop 024520 Pirate 024521 Play House 024522 Railroad 024523 Rainforest 024525 Town 025635 When I Grow Up 024527 Zoo

Magnetic Dress Up (ages 3-8) This wooden box with a durable plastic cover includes two flat, wooden, female dolls with white tshirts and underwear painted on them. These magnetic dolls are about 9" tall and 2" wide, and come with their own stands. Over 32 clothing items and accessories to decorate the dolls are also included. These clothing items are magnetic and affix themselves to the dolls quite strongly. Items include three dresses, three pairs of pants, eight pairs of shoes, three skirts, four long sleeved shirts, three short-sleeved shirts, three pairs of shorts, one jacket, one backpack, three purses, and three hats. 017350 17.75

Wonderboard Magnet Sets

(ages 4-12) The fun never ends with these educational and entertaining magnet sets! Each contains a 9"x12" magnetic board to hold Small Magnetic Playsets (ages 3-10) your unique designs. Perfect for both atSame as the magnetic playsets above except these play board surfaces open to home and 12"x9" and fold up to 6"x9". Magnets have great holding power even in their small on-the-go fun. size. These are also great for travel. EACH SET 10.25 EACH PLAYSET 4.25 017752 Build-A-Bug (39 pieces) 024488 Airport 017753 Create-A-Castle (105 pieces) 024494 Construction Site 017754 Dress-A-Doll (one doll plus clothes and accessories) 024497 Dinosaur 017755 Explore-A-Galaxy (68 pieces and solar system overlay) 025632 Fairies 017761 Junior Architect (150 pieces) 024510 Farm 017762 Make-A-Face (80+ pieces) 024519 Pet Shop 017763 Make-A-Monster (33 pieces) 024528 Zoo 017764 Wonder Wheels (6 vehicles plus accessories)

Magnetic Playset Tins (ages 3-10) These magnetic tins provide the pieces and play surfaces for hours of fun. When done playing, the tin stores all the play pieces. Each hinged box is 10"x8" and folds open for two magnetic playing surfaces. Also great for travel! EACH SET 10.75 024495 Dinosaur (4 scenes) 024499 Doll House (4 scenes) 024512 Fun With Shapes (40 magnets)

Write-Your-Own Magnetic Poetry (ages 6+) Write your own brilliant poetry with lines like "the sun set over the ridge" as you attract your family and friends to the fridge! Includes over 100 magnetic blanks of different sizes to write poetry with the watercolor pen included. 017765 4.50

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Harvest Time (ages 4+)

Secret Door (ages 5+)

Hurry! Winter is coming, and you and your neighbors need to harvest your vegetables before the snow comes! Each turn, a roll of the die decides if you get to harvest one of four types of vegetables, slow the progress of winter, or speed it up. The goal is to get as many of the vegetables harvested as possible before all winter tiles are placed, so players can use their rolls to harvest their own vegetables, or, if they've already harvested all of the vegetables of the color they roll, they can harvest their neighbors and help them out! One of our favorite games when my sisters and I were little, it was always exciting to see if you could harvest all the vegetables before everything was covered with snow! 010124 11.95

Inside a large mansion, 1-8 players must team up to find the stolen valuables and stop the thieves before midnight, when they plan to get away! Players discuss ideas and strategies, and try and figure out what is behind the Secret Door. Every game is different, exciting and tricky - AND a race to beat the clock! Not just fun for the whole family, this game exercises those memory and critical thinking skills as well! Winner of a Parent's Choice Award. 010125 11.95

A-MAZE-ing Labyrinth (ages 8+) This constantly shifting maze game has stood the test of time at our house, and has continued to be one of our favorites for years. The unique game board features square maze tiles placed every other space. The rest of the maze tiles are randomly placed on the board around the immovable ones at the beginning of each game, leaving one remaining tile. All players start their marker at a corner of the board, and are dealt a number of treasure cards. Each turn, a player picks up the extra maze tile, and slides it into some row of the board, with the goal of being able to move his marker down a complete path to the next treasure in his deck of cards. Once a player has reached a treasure, they put that card down, and try to figure out how to travel to the next one. It's not easy to plan though, as each player's turn could move you further from your treasure - or move you clear to the other side of the board! Note: Game board includes some “magic” treasures such as ghosts and fairies, which may be undesirable to some families. Understanding this, we have always included two identical sets of stickers with the game, so that you can cover items without missing out on such a well-designed and unique game. 012925 20.95

Silly Faces Colorforms Game (ages 4 to 8) Another one of our favorites, young children particularly enjoy this one. At the beginning of the game, everyone chooses a shiny, colorful cardboard blank face. Then the Colorform pieces are spread out on the game board around the spinner. Each turn, a player spins the spinner to determine which feature they can add to their face. Players take turns collecting eyes, noses, mouths, hair and more to add to their faces. The first one to collect all the pieces wins, but everybody always wants to play 'til the end anyway to finish their silly faces. The sturdy Colorform pieces never wear out, are hard to tear, and if they "lose" their stick, just wipe with a damp cloth to restore. 010108 8.75

Finish Lines (ages 8+) If your family is like ours, you like pulling out "quotables" at different opportune times! In "Finish Lines," you (or your team) is challenged to finish a famous line from one of five different categories: Quotables, TimeLines, Literature, TV/Movies, and Music. Challenge yourself to see how many famous lines you can recognize and complete, but remember, "It's not whether you win or lose…!"

Rivers, Roads, and Rails (ages 4-8) Another of our family "classics". 1-8 players are dealt a portion of the 140 sturdy cardstock cards, each with a portion of river, road, or railroad on it, in some combination. Each turn, players lay down a card, attempting to match and continue each river, road, or railroad. The goal is to use all your cards, matching them up correctly to the growing map, but this grows more difficult every turn! Somewhere between a puzzle and a game, this enjoyable set is fun for kids to "build roads", but challenging and fun for older kids too! 010106 16.75

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11-In-1 Game Compendium (ages 8+) This quality hardwood set includes eleven "classics"; there's got to be something for just about every game-lover here! Set includes all boards, pieces and cards to play Chess, Checkers, Backgammon, Pachisi, Mancala, Chinese Checkers, Tic-Tac-Toe, Snakes & Ladders, Dominoes, Solitaire, and more. All pieces store in the brightly-painted wooden drawers of the case for easy clean-up. 018410 26.00

Sequence (ages 6+) Gather round the table for some quality family time over the holidays with this age-friendly game that puts the whole family on an equal playing field. The game includes a board portraying two of each card (in a regular playing deck) excluding the jacks, two decks of playing cards, and three colors of playing chips. Each player starts out with five cards in their hand, with the object being to be the first player to create a sequence of five of their colorod chips in a row (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally). Drawing a jack allows a player to either remove an opponent's chip from the board or play their own wherever they desire. This is an exciting game of strategy that the whole family can enjoy. Ours did! 001713 19.50

Sequence for Kids (ages 4-6)

Sequence Travel Edition (ages 6+) This version of Sequence deviates from the original in just a few minor ways. The travel edition comes with only one deck of cards and only forty-eight cards pictured on the board. Rather than chips, it includes pegs that can be pushed into holes on the board so pieces aren't jostled in the car. It is contained in a 5"x8" travel case for easy storage. 001714 8.50

Sequence Dice Game (ages 7+) Same general concept as Sequence, but with many deviations. Instead of card faces, the board is composed of number squares, and players roll two dice to try and get a sequence of five numbers covered on the board. The board contains 4 spaces each for numbers 212, exempting 10's and 11's. If a ten is rolled, the player gets to remove an opponent's chip; if an 11 is rolled, the player can place their chip on any empty smace on the board. 021299 9.25

This children's edition of the Sequence game features a board portraying all kinds of colorful animals, two of each. 42 corresponding animal cards are included; the first player to make a sequence of five is the winner. 2-4 players. 021300 12.25

Squint (ages 9+) You roll a three. Uh-oh. You need to construct a set of bagpipes out of the shape cards - and get your fellow players to guess it before the timer runs out! You reach for the shape cards and quickly sift through the assorted parts of doodles printed on the cards while your family and friends yell out "cows!", "porcupine!", "suitcase!". Can you do it? Harder than a game of Pictionary, Squint challenges players to form objects out of a set of 72 Squint cards, each containing random lines, doodles, curves and more. There are three challenges on each card, ranked from 1 (easiest) to 3 (hardest). A roll of the die determines whether you will construct an easier or a more difficult object. The creators spontaneous "creativity" are sure to get a lot of laughs as the rest of the players finally hear what the mysterious object they've been trying to guess really is! For 3-8 players. 016853 15.95

Squint Jr. (ages 7+) Easier in format for younger children, this version of Squint features actual pictures on the challenge cards, rather than printed words. This allows kids to simply re-create the picture using the shape cards, rather than trying to make up their own representation of the object. Sure, it sounds a little easier, but can you build it in time? 027211 15.95

Oodles of Doodles (ages 12+) You don't have to be an artist to play this game, but you do have to be a quick "draw"! All players split up into two teams for this game, and decide on the first "doodler". Each turn, the doodler must quickly draw eight objects well enough for his teammates to identify the objects correctly… in 90 seconds or less. To begin, the doodler draws a category card, and inserts it into the cardholder, so their teammates can only see the category, such as "Fluffy Things". The reverse side of the card, shown only to the doodler, lists 8 objects from the category that he or she will doodle. With "Fluffy Things", these could be marshmallows, pillows, earmuffs, or rabbits. Then the doodler is off, hurriedly sketching objects with a dry-erase pen on the doodle board. The more objects the doodler's teammates guess correctly, the more points they win! Double Pointer and Doodle Duel liven up the game with more twists. Are you ready to pit your doodling skills against your family and friends'? 024573 16.50

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Spy Alley (ages 8+) It's spy vs. spy in this game of secrets and mindtwisting strategy! At the beginning of each game, every player receives a spy identity card. The object is to win the game in one of two ways: by either collecting all of the spy items (password, disguise, code book, and key) for your spy's country and then getting safely to your country's embassy, or by looking at the evidence on your opponent's scorecards and removing other players by guessing their spy identity! Each round, players may buy spy items, and keep track of items they have bought on their scorecard. Of course, the cards aren't private, so players can easily figure out which country you spy for if you are too obvious about which country's spy items you buy! Thus, players must strategize to win the game, deciding how to throw other player's off their scent, as they collect the spy items they need to win. The concept is simple, the deception is difficult! Although noted as 8 years and up, younger children are often surprisingly good at this game! For 2-6 players 008077 21.95

Clay Mania: The Frantic Sculpting Game (ages 7+) Ready to start speed-sculpting? A great family night, or party game, players divide into teams, with one member of each on opposite sides of a table. One player from a team will draw a card, and he or she will start frantically sculpting it, while their team members just as frantically must guess what it is! If the guesser yells out the right answer within 45 seconds, they win a token. Play continues, team by team, until all have won a token. For even more craziness, divide up into two-man teams, and both sides take turn sculpting an object simultaneously while all team members holler out guesses! Already a proven and much-loved game at our house, Clay Mania has also won awards from Dr. Toy, Family Fun Magazine, and was a Games magazine Top 100 pick. 028721 14.95

Telepaths (ages 7+) How well do you know how your team member thinks? If you can guess it right, it is definitely to your advantage in this often-hilarious word association game! During most turns of the game, one team or another must look at a card showing either a picture or a word, and write down a specified number of words that they associate - or that they think their team member will associate - with the word on the card. These frantic list-writings are timed, and Brainstorm cards, which allow everyone to compete at once, let teams go head to head! We think (and we think you'll agree) that these games go by much too fast. You just have to keep playing! This new game was an instant hit in our home this year - and remains one of our absolute favorites. We would definitely guess that you'll like it too! 027233 22.95

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Basari: The Classic Game of Barter (ages 10+) In the world of Basari, all players are merchants and they compete to collect gemstones and points as they travel around the board. Each turn, every player plays one of their action cards, which may entitle them to collect more gemstones, gain points, or roll the die for points. If two players play the same action card, they must barter for the right to win that action. The two players barter, using gemstones of different values to entice the other player to give up their right to the action card. If 3 or more people all play the same card, nobody gets the right to the action. Three rounds are played, and gemstones acquired can constantly be converted to points, which each player kept track of on the outside of the board. So, how good are your bartering skills? 027209 15.95

Similarius (ages 8+) How well do you think you remember faces? Well enough to draw them yourself? This hilarious sketching game challenges players to remember various faces of the members of the Peapod family. At a glance, they all look very much alike, but they do show some small differences! Between 2 and 5+ cards are laid out in the middle of the players, and the players are given time to study them. After one minute, the cards are turned over, shuffled, and one is removed. Players then have one minute to remember and replicate the missing person on the dry erase board! A few different sets of characteristics are included on the board to help jog the players' memory - but don't count on those to bail you out if your memory fails! A hilarious addition to family game night! 027232 19.95

LINQ Game (ages 13+) Not the missing link or the weakest link, but the matching linq! Four players match wits as they try and figure out who has the matching cards. Each round four cards are dealt out, one to each player. Two contain matching words, the other two have question marks. Players have to give a one-word clue related to the word they hold; if they hold a question mark they have to bluff to try and throw other players off track, while trying to figure out who has the matching cards. Two go-rounds are accomplished for each word card, and players have to bid, gaining points (and spaces on the board) for correct identification of those holding the matching Linq cards, and losing spaces for incorrect matches. Bluff your way to the top in this game of strategy! 028570 16.95

Apples to Apples (ages 12+) A favorite at our house, this hilarious association game often gets all of us laughing! The game is centered around two decks of red apple cards and one deck of green apple cards. First, 7 red apple cards are dealt to each player. These contain nouns like "William Shakespeare", "a locker room", "Green Bay Packers", "mud", "chimpanzees", and much more. One player is chosen to be a judge, and they flip up one of the green apple cards, with an adjective on it, such as "awkward", "obnoxious", or "fabulous". And if you don't know the meaning of an adjective just read the bottom - definitions are included. Then each player must select the card in their hand that best resembles that adjective, and the "judge" decides who's card best fits that adjective, and that player wins the green apple card. The player with the most green apple cards wins. 4-10 players are recommended, and when you play with 6 or more, a new twist is introduced, where the last player to lay down a card doesn't get judged! So now you have to be fast and creative! New crazy associations are made every turn, and some of the unlikeliest matches will make everyone laugh! 008835 15.95

Apples to Apples Expansion Sets If you've played Apples to Apples as much as we have, maybe the cards, now familiar to all of you, have lost a little bit of their "punch". Four expansion sets are now available, each with an all-different set of 288 cards. EACH EXPANSION SET 11.75 008836 Expansion Set 1 022606 Expansion Set 3 010401 Expansion Set 2 022607 Expansion Set 4

Apples to Apples Customizable Cards Add a more fun, personal dimension to your core Apples to Apples game with these customizable, printable cards. Each set contains 32 red apple cards and 8 red apple cards to customize. Simply visit the manufacturer's website, and it will guide you through the process, resulting in your own professional-looking Apples to Apples cards that look practically indistinguishable from the ones included with the game! Available for both ink jet and laser printers. 018505 Inkjet 4.75 010402 Laser 4.75

Apples to Apples Junior These junior versions of Apples to Apples are played exactly the same as the "core" game above, but include nouns and adjectives appropriate for younger readers. Easy for kids to learn, and hilarious to play, your kids will be breaking this one out often! 008837 Junior (age 7+) 13.50

Apples to Apples Party Crate & Box (ages 12+) A more extensive game package, for those who want to start off with LOTS of cards! The Apple Crate and Party Box sets both contain all the cards from the original Apples to Apples game, as well a the first two expansion sets, giving you a total of 1004 cards to play with. Party Crate is packaged in a creatively designed wooden "apple crate", while the less expensive Party Box is packaged in a regular game box. 019636 Apples to Apples Party Crate 27.50 025451 Apples to Apples Party Box 23.50

Apples to Apples Party Crate/Box Expansions If you'd like to add even more cards to your Party Crate or Box, these expansion sets each contain over 550 cards from the Expansion Sets 3 and 4 for the regular Apples to Apples game. Party Crate Expansion is packaged in a wooden crate, similar to Party Crate game, while Party Box Expansion is packaged in a box. 025454 Party Crate Expansion #1 19.75 025452 Party Box Expansion #1 15.95

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Imatchination (Ages 8+) If I said "Christmas," what words come to your mind? Snow, red, trees, lights, presents, December, holiday, garland? Imatchination is a word association game, played by teams of two. During each round, one of the 220 cards included is pulled from the box, and depending on the roll of the dice, one of the four items off the card is chosen (each card contains 2 words and two pictures). Then all players have one minute to write down as many words as they associate with the word or picture. Points are awarded to each team according to the number of matches they have, and special spaces along the board allow a team to do a solo round that only they receive points for. It's a race to the finish as you try to "read" your partner's mind! 029942 16.95

Paired Up (ages 12+) The clue might be "Jesus' parents" - the answer: Mary and Joseph! 36 players or teams go head to head in this game of famous pairs. One team member (or player if playing singly) gives clues, the other tries to name the pair, trying to get as many of the four correct pairs per card as they can within a 45-second time limit. Points vary as a die is rolled at the beginning of each turn to determine how many points a correct pair will earn! Intense and challenging, this game promises fun times all around! 026475 Paired Up 16.95 026476 Paired Up Junior (ages 7+) 12.95

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Missing Link (ages 12+) Quick, what's the "missing link" in this list? Mongomery, Juneau, and Little Rock. Hmmm… you might figure out that these are all capital cities in states beginning with an 'A'. Now, since you have Alaska, Alabama, and Arkansas here, which 'A' state might be missing? Arizona - yes! And the capital - Phoenix! All right, now if your team guessed that answer within the time limit, you've just won two links. If you guessed it, and time is already up, you win one link. All players divide up into teams and each round they are presented with this type of challenge, and try to figure out the "missing link" in the word list before time is up. Play continues back and forth until all links have been won, and the team with the longest chain wins the game. Over 300 double-sided cards are included, offering plenty of challenges from geography, sports, advertising, entertainment, literature, and more. 025847 21.00

Smart Mouth (ages 8+) How fast can you think on your feet? Use the “Letter Getter” to dispense a pair or letter tiles, like ‘C’, or ‘E’. Then, quickly think of a word that starts with a ‘C’ and ends with an ‘E’. Just be the first person to yell out an answer (like creativ e, compete, or casserole) to win the letter tiles. The player or team with the most letter tiles at the end of the game wins! Several interesting variations, like the Name Game and Trump Time, are described in the Smart Mouth instructional booklet. Game includes 36 pairs of letter tiles, with ‘F’, ‘I’, ‘J’, ‘U’, ‘V’, ‘X’ and ‘Z’ ommited for simiplicity. 013800 12.50

Trhyme Game (ages 12+) Challenge your friends and family in this "game of Time, Intellect, and Rhyme"! Players advance by answering Trhyme's (a set of three answers that rhyme) with gradually decreasing time increments as they move toward the center of the board (starting with 60 seconds, than thirty, and finally only fifteen!). For instance, a player may get the following clues: 1) What you decorate, 2) A frenzied shopping trip, and 3) A joyful feeling, with the trhyme answer being tree, spree, and glee, get it? Be prepared to steal a Tryhme from a player who cannot answer it or to block a player from winning the game! 029281 24.95

Jumble (ages 7+) Taking the opposite approach as many other word games, this one challenges players to unscramble a given set of letter tiles to find a specific word! Three levels of difficulty make play more challenging and interesting. Players roll the die to determine the difficulty they will play at, and receive the letter tiles they will need to unscramble. If you're stumped, trade in a clue tile to receive a hint. Sure, maybe you can make a few words out of the tiles, but how easy is it to use them all?

Addictionary Game (ages 8+) Addictionary: the Addictive Word Game - the name says it all. To start the game, each player is dealt seven cards, and the first player forms a three letter word out of his set of cards. Play then passes on to the next player who must change the word by replacing letter(s) or adding letter(s) to the previous word, or covering letter(s) at the beginning or end of each word. After each turn, players draw again from the pile so they always have seven cards. Scoring is done at the end of each player's turn by adding up the cards' values (shown in the upper right hand corners). Each player only has two minutes to change the word, so they need to think fast! Game includes spinning 9-slot card holder, letter cards, timer, scoring pad and pencil. For 2-4 players. 022340 16.95

Gotta Be Quick! (ages 8+) So maybe you can string together letter cards to make random words, but can you be quick enough to construct words to answer a question? At the beginning of this fast-paced word game, players are dealt a stack of letter tiles, then the dealer asks a question such as "name the parts of a cow", or "name something red in color". Then everyone scrambles to come up with an answer from the tiles and yell it out first! Tiles are two-sided, so the options are endless, but players need to think fast to use them! 016420 12.95

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Pick Two (ages 8+) Is it a Scrabble game gone wild, or a fast-paced wildlygrowing crossword without a board? The game includes 180 sturdy plastic letter tiles, and instructions for several different games (Pick Two and Count Down) and unique versions of these games. In Pick Two, players race against each other to use up all their letter tiles by creating their own crossword. Unlike other word-building games, you can break down words, and create new ones as you try to use all the letter tiles! In Count Down, players race against a timer, and try to build the biggest crossword with the most tiles before time is up. Because there are no turns, and everyone is working on their own puzzle, games go quickly, and everyone can compete! Of course, words do have to be spelled correctly in order to be used! With so many play options, and plenty of tiles for multiple players, this is one of our favorite word games! 014366 12.95

WordXChange (ages 9+) This game offers a unique twist to the basic idea behind Scrabble and other word games. 2-4 players compete to be the first to stockpile six words. Each player begins by drawing a single letter tile. Then, five letters are taken from the bag and placed face-up on the board, and the first player tries to form a word from those letters and his own letter, if he wishes. Game continues to the next player who gets five new letter tiles, but also has the option of adding to the first players word and stealing it! It is a game that relies heavily on both offensive and defensive strategy - you have to recognize opportunities to steal from your opponents while creating words that won't be easily stolen! Includes game pad, 126 letter tiles, 14 plastic trays, a digital timer, and an instruction booklet. 029888 20.25

WordXChange Junior (ages 4-9) A variance of WordXChange specially adapted for younger players. Instead of players have to create their own words, magnetic word cards are included which are prep-printed with base words and a list of nine anagrams (i.e. "act" is an anagram of "cat"). Six word card are placed around the board, with the suggested anagrams hidden. Once a player draws the right tiles to complete a word, they get that word and the word list is revealed which then allows other players the opportunity to easily identify tiles they need add in order to steal the word away. The first player to accumulate 5 word cards wins! 029889 20.25

WordXChange Junior Booster Packs (ages 4-9) Each booster pack offers 20 new cards to WordXChange Junior with increasing levels of difficulty. Level 1 is simply additional "fresh" words of the same level as the cards included in the game, Level 2 doubles the options with lists of eighteen words formed from the base word, giving players twice as many chances to steal words, and Level 3 offers only a list of nine suggested letters or letter groups that can be added to the base word without giving the actual word. EACH PACK 8.25 029890 Level 1 029891 Level 2 029892 Level 3 Quiddler (ages 8+) Each round, every player is dealt three cards, and the number of cards dealt goes up each round. Players are challenged to use all their cards in their hand to make a word or several. After a player uses all his or her cards, everyone else gets one more turn to use up their cards, before unused cards are deducted from their points. Cards include single-letter cards and combination cards such as "cl", "er" and "in". An extra 10 bonus points are awarded to the person with the longest word! Instructions included for both multiple-player and solitaire games. 004344 9.75

Anagramania (ages 11+) Think you're good at word puzzles? You may want to give this one a try! Each round, a word puzzle is revealed, and each player races to see who can get the answers first. All clues/questions are based on anagrams, where the answer can be found by rearranging words found in the clue to form the answer. Clues are included for 24 different games, each consisting of 20 anagram puzzles. An example of a clue might be "a chef reacts when asked to provide food service". The answer, rearranged from "reacts" is "caters". Once the first player comes up with an answer, he or she turns over the timer, and everyone else races to answer too. When the time is up, everyone must reveal their answer; if the first player got it right, they may move two spaces, and all other players that arrived at the right answer move one space. A quick, word-bending mind is to your advantage here! Game includes board, clue cards, answer sheets, pockets, sand timer, instructions, 6 markers and 6 pencils. For 2-6 players. 026853 16.95

My Word! (ages 6+) Gotta be fast on this one! Letter cards are dealt out on the table in a row, and the first person who can pick out a word of 3 letters or more from the cards on the table and yells it out wins the cards! Everyone can play simultaneously, and the cards on the table are always changing, so it makes for a continuously fast-paced, word-finding competition that only ends when the cards run out! Great for parties, family nights, and any time there are more players around than all those "up to 4-player" games can handle! Original version contains both single and double-letter cards, while Junior version, geared for younger kids, contains only single-letter cards. 014119 My Word! 7.95 014120 My Word! Junior 7.95

Take Four Game

(ages 7+) If your family enjoys scrabble, they will love Take Four! With the added element of speed, players compete to compile their own crossword. Play begins with each player grabbing four of the 96 included letter tiles and forming a word. As soon as one player has accomplished this they yell "Take Four," and each player must grab four new tiles and assemble (and re-assemble) them into words with their original four tiles. This continues until all the tiles are gone, and one player has them all built into a crossword-style arrangement. Watch out - any unused tiles count as points against you at the end of the game! Perhaps you're good at Scrabble, but can you handle the speed of Take Four? 026910 19.75

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Word Rummy (ages 7+)

Wordigo (ages 8+) Think of this as a crossword-like version of Scrabble. The object of the game is to race against your opponents while forming words along designated paths. Each player plays with his or her own game board and set of letter tiles. After selecting which board to use (there are four to choose from but all players must use the same board type), players each draw eight tiles from their individual sets and simultaneously form words along the paths. Paths must be played in numerical order, and after each word is played, additional letter tiles are drawn so that there are always eight tiles to work with. Tiles may be discarded by any player at any time, but are no longer available to that player after the initial discard. Players race to complete all of the paths on their board while attaining the highest point score before the time runs out. Although rapid word formation is the essence of the game, strategic letter placement is just as crucial. For 1-8 players. 025544 20.50

Letterflip (ages 7+) A fun and challenging cross between Guess Who? and Wheel of Fortune, this is a word game where it pays to be both observant and word-smart! Each player has a game board, which features all the letters of the alphabet, on flip-up tabs. When the game begins, all tabs are up, and both players select a card. Then let the questions begin! Each player asks the other player about specific letters in their word like "does your word have a 'D'?", to which the other player will answer yes or no. Letters that are not in the word can be flipped down. Players each play with a word of the same number of letters, so neither person holds a clear advantage. As you might guess, the first player to guess the word wins the round! 027210 15.95

Mad Libs (ages 5+) Perfect for long car rides, loads of fun for parties, and even great for a brush-up on your parts of speech, these simple, classic word games are always fun and often hilarious! Each pad of Mad Libs features a selection of short stories, letters, songs, and articles with twenty-some key words missing. Each blank in the story features the type of part of speech printed underneath, so no matter what crazy adverb they supply to fill it in, it at least makes sense grammatically! Use the top page to gather your nouns, adjectives, verbs, adverbs, numbers, exclamations, and more, fill in the blanks, read aloud, and just try to make it through without laughing so hard you can't talk! EACH BOOK 3.25 006727 Camp Daze Mad Libs 027260 Christmas Carol Mad Libs 006723 Goofy Mad Libs 006726 Kid Libs 008243 Mad Libs 40th Anniversary Deluxe 008590 Mad Libs From Outer Space 019651 Mad Libs in Love 008997 Mad Libs on the Road 001471 Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Libs 006724 Off-the-Wall Mad Libs 006720 Original Mad Libs 019766 Slam Dunk Mad Libs 006721 Son of Mad Libs 006722 Sooper Dooper Mad Libs 007826 Upside-Down Mad Libs 006725 Vacation Fun Mad Libs 027261 Worst-Case Scenario Mad Libs

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Pit your word-making skills against other players in Word Rummy. Use the seven cards in your hand to create any word (of three letters or more). You get points for each word you form, but beware - any other player may steal your word, add to it and switch it around to make their own word, so it's definitely to your advantage to form words that would be hard to change around to make a new word! An exciting game where it pays to watch your opponent's words as closely as your own! 028062 8.25

WordSense (ages 11+) This fast paced word game will have you racing to think up acceptable words first. 31 tiles hold every letter of the alphabet plus special double letter tiles (st, ll, th, ed, ea). Players take turns flipping up to five tiles and racing their opponents to think of words containing those letters. Whoever wins the round claims those tiles, and so play continues until all the tiles are used. For easy play, exclude the double letter tiles and difficult letters. For more challenging variations play that words cannot start with the letters on the tiles, or that the letters must be used in adjacent order. Or use the “steal” die to allow you to steal tiles from other players to become the game tiles - thus allowing you to keep them if you win the round. The game comes with everything you need contained in a small, durable box. 022033 8.25

Word Trek (ages 10+)

You draw a card, and the words on top read "fast ball". Can you change the first word into the second? To win each round, a player must do this by changing one letter at a time, or by rearranging all the letters but each intermediate word must be a real word too! Players race against each other to come to a solution. Let's see… change "fast" to "mast", then "mast" to "malt", then "malt" to "mall", then "mall" into "ball". Good job! Compare notes with the other players - if several come to a solution, the player who solved the puzzle in less changes wins the point! Some word changes are easy, while others take a lot of thinking, challenging spelling skills, vocabulary, and mental acuity. 216 puzzles - and solutions are included. 005727 7.95

Sentence Says (ages 9+) A reverse-acronym game where players are challenged to form a sentence conforming to a drawn topic out of a collection of letters. The number of letters and the time allotted to each player or team are randomly assigned by rolls of the die. The topic card is flipped over; for instance, a player may have thirty seconds to form a sentence out of the letters C, T, W, S, and H with the topic of beverages and could make the sentence "Hot Chocolate Warms The Soul". It's not always easy, my sister and I once had 30 seconds to construct a sentence out of X, Q, J, W, Z, and K! 029548 24.95

Magnetic Dart Game (ages 6+) Throwing darts can be a lot of fun, unfortunately, the sharp points on most darts make it unsafe for younger children (and unprotected walls as well). This product provides a safe alternative without taking away from the game. The set includes six magnetic darts without tips that are shorter than a regular dart but have been professionally weighted. A reversible magnetic mat made out of fabric is also included. The two different styles of dartboards featured provide dozens of game possibilities. The mat measures 18.75"x14.75" and is black with a medieval font to give the board a renaissance feel. A thin rope is attached to the top of the mat with a plastic bar so it can easily be hung on any surface (and is easily stored in the rare case when it is not in use). Instructions on how to play different games and the proper throwing technique are included. 016962 21.95

Shipwrecked (ages 11+) You and your fellow players are all shipwrecked on an island. You all made it this far, but now you need to gather some essentials to survive. To do this, you need to bid against your fellow players for these essentials. All players start off with a certain number of gemstones, and cards are turned up on the board. Players go around the board bidding for the card using Pass, Stop, and Strike cards. Smart bidding will get you far, but guessing correctly how other players will play their cards will net you even more! An exciting mix of strategy, lots of guessing, and even more fun, you may even look forward to being shipwrecked! 024196 15.95

Fish Eat Fish Game (ages 8+) In this fast-paced board game, players (and their fish) duke it out with each other to see who will go home with the biggest "catch of the day". Each player begins with 5 stackable fish and a set of Challenge cards. As the game begins, players each place fish on the board, with no two fish of the same color placed adjacently, and then the fish can begin to attack each other! Fish attacks are similar to the game of "War", with a few twists. Number cards may decide the winner of the fight, but Octopus and Shark can give the player an advantage too. After stacks of fish reach five fish high, the stack is removed from the board and are given to the player whose fish is on top to add to his "catch" pile. At the end of the game, whoever has caught the most fish is the winner! Kids will love challenging other fish to fight, and being able to "gobble them up" when they win! 029701 15.95

Large Concentric Circles Dart Board (ages 4+) Now even your tiniest tots can play darts safely. This colorful magnetic dart board contains six "Kid-Safe" darts with no sharp points and the board centers are formed of foam. It employs the world's strongest magnets (Neodymium) to ensure they'll stick on contact. The dart board is 11.75" in diameter with scores ranging from 20 points to 100. 017699 11.95

Face-It (ages 5+) This unique game was designed to be played and enjoyed by both young children and adults. For children, the challenge is in matching, counting, and adding, while adults will enjoy the strategy players must use to win. All players start with 4 randomly-drawn faces, and a set of coins numbered 1-5. Each turn, players can play up to four faces of the same color on the board as a group. By adding to groups of the same color, players score points for similar faces in a group, or points for each face played. After playing, players can collect their point payment from the player on their right, who must give the player that amount of their coins. Special white "sneaky" faces let players steal faces from their opponents. Play continues until all faces have been played and only the sneaky face is left, with the highest score winning. A Games Magazine 100 pick. 023347 16.95

Penguin Ultimatum (ages 10+) This unique strategy game challenges players to think carefully about which cards they play, and which they keep. Players in this game have all been chosen to plan and orchestrate the penguin "party of the century". They are in charge of inviting penguins to the party, placing the entertainers, and making sure guests are happy. Each turn, players add another penguin to the playing surface, move an invitation marker to a guest without one, and score the effectiveness of a party entertainer on the surrounding guests. Players win points if "special guests" with invitation markers are entertained, meaning that they share the same card color, or enjoy the activity that the entertainer is performing (unicycling, singing, etc.) Entertainer cards are also worth points at the end, so will you lay it down and risk your players winning points for it amusing their guests or decide to keep it? A unique storyline, but a fun and challenging strategy game all around. 028550 14.95

Who Stole Ed's Pants? (ages 11+) The perfect gift for the strategist. This game is for 3-4 players who try to incriminate the other players while maintaining their own innocence. Players use Evidence, Fact, and Witness cards to incriminate others, deincriminate themselves, and increase their credibility; when one type of card runs out, play ends, and someone becomes Ed's new hero! 019085 11.75

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Traverse (ages 9+) An addicting strategy game, Traverse has received the "Best of the Year" Award from Games magazine and was a Parents' Choice Mancala (ages 5+) Award Winner. Players This classic strategy game originating in Africa offers a fun and hands-on assemble their pieces on strategy challenge for players of all ages. Players move colored stones from the checkerboard-like hole to hold in the game board, and into their "store" at the end of the pine playing board, with the board. They can even acquire other player's stones by placing a stone in one objective of moving all of the empty holes on the game board, and scooping up all the stone in the pieces from the starting hole opposite the empty one. Play goes on until one side of the board has row to the destination no more stones, and the player with the most stones is the winner. row opposite. However, there is a twist - differently-shaped pieces move in 005834 8.50 different ways: round pieces move in any direction, square pieces move in 4 directions, diamonds move diagonally, and triangles move in 3 directions. Checkers 2000 (ages 7+) These moves combine for fast-action jumps and maneuvers. Both levels of Don't be fooled by the word "checkers" in the title play strengthen observation skills and strategic thinking as players race to besides the number of round pieces, there is nothing move all their pieces first to their destination. Trickier than checkers, but else very similar to the actual game of checkers. Each less challenging than chess. For 2-4 players. of the two players' pieces are numbered from 1-12, and 012924 16.95 are arranged in any order on the diamond-shaped board. The object of the game is to Quick Chess (ages 6+) capture your opponent's #12 piece. This introduction to chess brings kids up to Pieces can move forwards and speed gradually. Game includes a full-sized board backwards, jumping both their and full set of chess pieces, but beginners start own and their opponent's pieces learning the intricacies of chess by playing first but there is a catch! For a piece to with only pawns. As they begin to grasp be able to jump another, its number the game, they progress through ten must be equal or higher to the piece different levels of play until they're it's trying to jump. So low-numbered pieces can be easily eliminated, while quickly up to speed - or even better powerful 11's and 12's can eliminate a lot of other pieces! Try different stratethan Dad! Game includes a splash- gies every time, but watch out - one wrong move and your #12 could be gone! proof board, 32-piece full chess set, and 009396 15.95 easy-to-follow instructions with lots of diagrams. Winner of a Parent's Choice Classic Award, and a Dr. Toy award. Gobblet (ages 6+) 001509 9.95 Gobblet puts a fun, satisfying "hungry" spin on the classic fun of tic-tac-toe.

Tic Tac Chec (ages 6+) Although Chess is the ultimate game of strategy, learning to play the complex game is often frustrating for beginners and children. This scaled-down introduction to chess acquaints children to the game with a 16square game board and 8 pieces one pawn, one knight, one bishop and one rook for each player. Players take turns placing their pieces on the board, and then moving them and capturing the other player's pieces. Once captured, however, the piece is returned to the owner, and it is put back into play. The player who aligns all four of his pieces in a row horizontally, vertically or diagonally is the winner. The small size, less intimidating format and quick set-up all add up to make it a perfect strategy game to share with kids, while the short game times keep it fun and challenging enough to play over and over. Game includes hardwood pieces, 5"x5" board, and brief instructions. Winner of a Games magazine Top 100 award, a Dr. Toy and Edusource Top 10 choice. 020747 13.95

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Basically, two players attempt to line up four of their twelve pieces on the 16square board. The catch? Each players hollow pieces come in three different sizes, and unfortunately for the smaller pieces, they can be "gobbled up" by bigger pieces! If one player places one of their smallest pieces on the board, and their opponent would like that square, he or she may place a larger piece right over it to steal the space! However, you can take it back if you have an even larger piece available! Lots of strategy comes into play as players must decide when to use - and not use those biggest pieces. Game is constructed out of hardwood, and all components fit neatly inside the gameboard. 024174 25.00

Gobblet Jr. (ages 4+) A more scaled-down, simpler version of Gobblet for younger kids. Each player has six brightly-painted pieces (two of each size), which are played on a 9-square board. They must line up three of them on the board in order to win. 024175 16.95

Abalone (ages 8+) In this award-winning strategy game, the object is to move your marbles around the board, and try to push your opponent's marbles off the board. Sound simple? Well, maybe, but there are a lot of strategic variables coming into play. You can only push marbles if you are pushing with more marbles than the other player (for example, you could push two of his marbles with three of yours), but it may take several moves, and meanwhile, he or she could be simply getting out of the way (or recruiting more marbles to their aid!). Simple to learn, but challenging to win, strategy-lovers will enjoy this one. 023420 20.95

Blokus (ages 5+) A tactical (and addicting) game of strategy. 2 to 4 players can complete here, as all race to get all of their plastic Tetris-shaped pieces on the board. There is a catch, however - a player's own pieces may touch only at the corners! Strategy comes into play as players discover which pieces they need to get out on the board early, and how to best block other players from filling the board. Games go by so surprisingly quick you almost have to play another and another… Europe's 2002 Game of the Year. 024111 23.95

Quarto! (ages 8+) We just love games that are fast-paced, thought-provoking, challenge thinking skills AND give kids the chance out outwit Mom and Dad! We know you guys love these mind-stretching strategy games - and this award-winning This attribute-matching game gives thinking skills a workout as play"maze game" is one of our favorites as well! By the same makers as Quarto!, this tricky ers pick a playing piece, give it to their opponent, and he or she must game challenges players to move their pawns from one side of the square board to the play it on the board with the goal of matching attributes of four other. Each player has one pieces in a row or four in a square. Pieces are keyed to attributes of pawn, and they must move, height, shape, color, and solid/hollow. Two players contend at a time, one space at a time across with the winner yelling "Quarto!" when he or she succeeds. Game the board. Each turn they includes sixteen hardwood playing pieces are durable wooden gamemay either move forward, board. Also available in a less expensive magnetic travel edition. backward, right or left OR Winner of a Parent's Choice, Mensa Select, and Top 100 Games place one of his or her award. small wooden walls to 006184 Wooden 25.25 impede the progress of 016964 Travel 21.95 another player. The only restriction is that you cannot completely wall in your opponents. 2-4 players can play at a time, which changes the character of the game dramatically. With two players, it's a fierce and intense struggle to the end; with three or more players, every move will impact someone for the worse or better! Game play lasts from 10-20 minutes, and ties are impossible, although there are a lot of close wins. Winner of Game of the Year Award in 1998. 000703 Quoridor 25.25

Quoridor (ages 6+)

Quixo (ages 6+) Quixo is similar to the game of tic-tac-toe with the exception that it is played on a constantly shifting board, allowing for all kinds of possibilities! The game begins with all 25 cubes arranged in a 5 x 5 pattern on the board, blank side up. Cubes each also have a side with an 'X' and a side with an 'O', and both players will pick which symbol they want to play with. Each turn, players select a blank cube, or one with their own symbol on it from the outside row, and then replace at the end of any of the rows made incomplete by the removal of the cube. This shifts all the cubes in this row, which ideally moves you closer to your goal, and frustrates your opponent's plans! A simple strategy game that is easy enough for young children to learn, but challenging enough for adults to enjoy too. All pieces are of sturdy wood construction, and game is available in two sizes, a larger "classic" size, and a smaller travel edition with a 7" diameter board. 020911 Classic 25.25 020912 Travel 21.95

Sahara (ages 6+) While we're used to moving diagonally or in straight lines like in checkers or chess, this unique game challenges players to move in a triangular fashion. The game consists of a hexagonal leather mat printed with light and dark triangles and a set of 12 wooden pyramids, six light and six dark. At the beginning of the game, the pyramids are placed around the edges of the board. To move, players tip or roll their pyramids to an empty triangular space, with the goal of surrounding an opponent's pyramid on all sides. With six pyramids to move around the board, it's difficult to keep all your pyramids out of harm's way while trying to capture one of your opponent's! Well designed to be easy to learn, but difficult to master! 026391 25.25

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Knockabout

Doubles Wild (ages 8+)

(ages 12+) Strategy rules in this unique dice game where the object is to "knock" your opponent's dice off the board and into the gutter. The hexagonal board somewhat resembles a honeycomb, and each player moves his or her 9 dice around the board. The twist here is that these dice come in three different shapes; pyramids, cubes, and diamonds. Once rolled, the dice can only move as far as the number on its face during any turn. If no dice are in the moving die's way, it is simply moved, but if it runs into an opponent's die, the opponent's die must continue the move! And, if moved too far, it will of course fall off the board and into the gutter. But a guttered die may not be all that bad, as they can actually block other dice from landing in the gutter! A challenging 2-player game. 019638 10.75

3 Stones (ages 8+) Enjoyed by gamers for centuries, 3 Stones is very simple to learn, but the balanced blend of luck and strategy makes it a new challenge every game! Each player must draw a stone (white, black, or clear) unseen from the black bag, and place it on the wooden board. White or black stones belong to their respective players, but clear stones serve as "wild cards" and can help either player. The stone must be placed in the same row or column as your opponent's last placed stone. Players that form a row of 3 stones in their color (and clear stones) score. The game grows more challenging as it progresses - as the board fills up, will the stone you place help you or your opponent? Winner of a Mensa Select, a Parent's Choice Honors, and a Dr. Toy award. 015536 26.50

Create Your Own Game (ages 6+) For all creative individuals and latent game-inventors out there, this customizable game makes it easy to take your game ideas to actual game format in much less time than it will take you to make that game board out of a cardboard box! Inside this box you'll find a blank white heavy cardstock 21"x15" game board, 20 thick 2.25" square cards, 110 blank game cards, a bag of small plastic chips in five colors, two wooden dot dice, one number die, and four colored pencils. Pull out your finished game and surprise the whole family on game night! 029873 9.75

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This easy-to-learn game challenges players to place three or more of their chips in a row. A roll of the dice decides where a player must place a chip, but if it reveals a space you don't want, you get a second chance to roll! Doubles are always wild, so if they are rolled, the player can place his chip anywhere. With up to four players competing at once, players are simultaneously building rolls, blocking opponents, and battling for control of a square. Winner of Mensa Select and Parent's Choice Honors awards. 020806 26.25

Diangle (ages 8+) Each turn, players roll six dice, and try to move both up and down their triangle shaped board in one turn. A new challenge appears at every turn as players try to manipulate their dice around the board, using the powerful "little red numbers" to try and help them. A fun mix of strategy, luck, and concentration, this little game offers something for all kinds of game-players. 022080 17.75

Make Your Own-Opoly (ages 7+) Sure the original game of Monopoly is a lot of fun, and everybody knows they want Boardwalk and Park Place… but what if you could design your own version of Monopoly substituting names of places and things that are familiar (or a familiar joke) to your whole family? This unique game kit gives you just the option to do that. The game includes a basic Monopoly-like board, minus names and pictures, six game board markers, two dice, self-stick printable labels, paper of different colors, a CD-ROM and a Game Board Publishing booklet/clip art guide. Pop in the CD-ROM and you can custom-design your own labels for the box, stickers for the game board squares, print your own custom money (even using family member's photos), your own "good news" and "bad news" cards, property deed cards, and more. We're guessing this Monopoly version is bound to be a hit! Computer requirements: PC w/ Pentium Processor, Windows 98 or later, CD-ROM drive, 32M of RAM, and a color inkjet or laser printer. 030311 20.95

Gold Digger (ages 6+)

Wheedle (ages 5+)

Players can stake claims and mine gold in this quick-playing game - but watch out for those bags of fool's gold! There are six different, available mines, and each player can stake up to three of them, and mines can also be shared between players. Gold cards are played beneath the mines, determining how many bags of gold are yielded by the mine, but worthless fool's gold cards are also played, lessening a mine's overall value. The challenge is staking claims when there are still mines available, but also waiting it out so that the mine you claim isn't filled with just fool's gold! An easy game to teach to kids, but fun for everyone, this is a

For months, not a night could go by without my younger siblings "wheedling" for a game of Wheedle. Why so addicting? Maybe it's the fast-paced, competitive play as players all race to buy majority stock in as many companies as they can! To start each game, cards are dealt to the players, and one is left face-up in the middle. Then the race is on as cards are being thrown out and traded left and right. Just remember that the card in the middle when the game is over is the one that goes bankrupt! Did we mention that games are quick? Each hand lasts only about five minutes, with games lasting a half hour or less! 022608 7.95

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Blink (ages 6+) It's a taunting title, because in this fast-paced game, you really don't have time to blink! Players are dealt a hand of cards, each with shapes and objects in different colors and numbers on them. As the first card on the draw pile is uncovered, players must try to play a card on it that matches its color, number or shape - but be quick, because other players will most definitely have some sort of match, too! Players all race to get rid of their cards, and the first player out of cards is the winner! A great, easy-tolearn game for kids to hone their observation skills, and a terrific game for sharpening Mom's and Dad's visual skills too! 014117 7.95

SET (ages 6+) It's fast-paced, challenging, AND lots of fun! And, because it's based on quick thinking and observational skills, young kids with sharp eyes with can play very competitively with their older siblings and parents! The game is simple; twelve cards are laid down between the players, and they race to see which three cards form a "set". Cards feature different shapes and symbols in different colors, and shading patterns, and a set includes three cards that share some characteristic. There's no turns, and no waiting - the first player who can make a set wins a point. Chosen by MENSA as a top mind game, this is one game that plays quickly and never gets old (at least from our experience!) 008706 9.75

Qwitch (ages 6+) Speed-lovers, start your engines; this game is for you! The object of this game is simple - each card features a letter and a number from A-H and 1-8. Cards are dealt out to all players, and one remaining card is turned over on the table. The dealer rolls the die, and which reveals either a '+', '-' and '=' signs. If a '+' is rolled, the next card played has to be exactly on letter or number higher than the current card, so if the card on the table said C-6, a card with either a D or a 7 could be played. Similarly, if a '-' sign is rolled, the card played would have to have to have a letter or number one lower than the card on the table, and if a '=' sign is rolled, the card played would have to match one of the numbers or letters of the card. As soon as the card on the table is revealed, it's an all-out scramble for players to play all their cards. There are no turns, so everyone is constantly throwing down cards and changing the play card! 024335 7.95

Snap It Up! Match Three (ages 4+) A fast-paced card game that challenges kids to make logical connections between objects to match sets of three cards. The cards, each featuring a picture of an object area are dealt to each player, with the remainder in the center pile. Players must make a match between the top card in the center pile and two they hold in their hand. What do football helmets, goggles, and earmuffs all have in common? They're all things you wear on your head! The first player to make three "logical" matches is the winner! 025214 7.95

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Over and Out (ages 7+)

Phase 10 Card Game (ages 8+)

A simple, fast-paced game that's easy to learn and requires basic math skills, some strategy, and maybe just a little luck! Each player is dealt four cards, and a "Tip Top" card is uncovered. Each turn, every player must lay down a new card on the pile begun on the "Tip Top" card, add the number on his or her card to the current total, and announce it to the other players, as long as the "Tip Top" number is not exceeded. Depending on the cards a player has, they may also be able to subtract from the total, multiply the total, change the direction of play, or even choose a new "Tip Top" card. If a player is unable to play a card without exceeding the "Tip Top" number, they must give up one of their chips. The last player left in the game is the winner. 2 to 8 players. 029205 5.25

A classic game we've enjoyed for years! The large deck of cards contains several each of the numbers 1-12, several skip cards, and a handful of wild cards. Each round, every player receives 10 cards. All players must then follow the "phase card", and try to build the sets detailed on the card, in order. For example, one set might be "two sets of three". All players need to collect two sets of 3 cards of the same number and lay them down before moving on. As soon as a player makes a set, they move on to the next, so at any given round, players may be working on forming completely different sets. The first player to complete all the sets on the phase card wins! 2 to 10 players can compete, and the more players involved, the more difficult it is for each player to make sets. A great compact game for travel! 009998 5.50

Five Crowns (ages 8+) Target (ages 7+) Based on rummy, this fast-paced card game is a mix of luck, observation, and quick moves! Five Target cards are set out to start the game, and number cards are dealt to the players. Each Target card describes a different set like "the total of 3 cards must be four or less", or "mixed straight - 4 cards in a sequence, one of each suit". Players continue around, picking up new colored number cards, and discarding old ones, and when they collect the right cards to meet a Target card's requirements, they get to grab it! New Target cards are constantly replacing the old ones, while players' hands are always shifting to meet the demands of the Target cards. Game is over when all 28 Target cards are gone, and the player with the most Target cards wins. 020805 8.95

Putting a new twist on a classic card game, Five Crowns features a deck of cards with five suits - hearts, diamonds, clubs, spades and stars. Similar to rummy, players must lay down sets of three (called books) or runs of three or more cards. The twist is that in the first round, each player is dealt three cards, in the next round, four cards, and so on, up to the 11th round, where each player gets 11 cards. After a player plays his or her last cards, everyone else gets one more turn to get rid of theirs as well. 004343 9.75

Triple Four (ages 7+)

Dutch Blitz Game (ages 8+) The perfect family/friends card game for those cold snowy evenings. Dutch Blitz is a frenzied game with double solitaire-like attributes. Each player has a set of forty cards of four different colors, numbered 1-10. You are pitted against up to three other players with the goal being to be the first to get rid of your "woodpile" (a stack of ten cards) and yell "Dutch Blitz!" You'd better hurry, though, somebody else may beat you to it, and all cards left in your woodpile are negative points! The whole family will be addicted to this easy to learn, fun to play, and quite contagious game of speed! 008863 7.95

Another simple but exciting competitive game from Jax! The object of this game is to match four sets of three playing cards to four "triplet cards". Triplet cards are similar to the categories in Phase 10, except, they require you to collect certain trios of playing cards like "a 2, 3, and 5 of different suits", or a run of three spades". Each player receives four triplet cards, and seven playing cards. Players then draw a card, and if they can match to one of the sets designated on one of their triplet cards, they lay down the three cards with the triplet card, and take a new triplet card from the deck and two more cards from the draw deck. Play continues while everyone attempts to make four triplets. Players can also keep an eye on the triplets that other players have already laid out, and if they hold three cards that meet that triplet's requirements, they can steal the other player's triplet! Who knows what player will steal that last triplet and win the game? 029543

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Solitaire Frenzy (ages 7+) This game is similar to another card game called Nertz that is a favorite at our house. The board features places for stacks of each suit, from ace to king, as in Solitaire. Also like Solitaire, players keep four piles in front of them, which they play cards on, red on black, and they have a pile of "free" cards that they flip through, three at a time. Players each receive 13 cards which are the most important cards they need to play, although they can also play cards from their four piles or their flip pile. Game is over when one player is out of all thirteen of their cards, and other players that are still holding these cards must subtract points from their score. Game comes with six decks of cards and can be played by 2-6 players. Add more players and additional decks for an even more intense game! Watch out - this one is very competitive and fast-paced we can't guarantee that no fingers will be jammed as players race to get their cards out to the middle first! 029206 16.75

Klutz Book of Card Games (ages 7+) When my sisters and I were younger, it seems like the only card games we knew were Go Fish and Solitaire, and we were always trying to get people to teach us new games to expand our limited repertoire! Well, this book and card kit offers instructions and rules for 20 card games including Hearts, I Doubt It, Crazy Eights, Knock Rummy, Goofenspiel, and a couple great solitaire games too. And of course, Klutz can't limit their contagious enthusiasm to just games, so they've also thrown in a couple card-related magic tricks, and a plan for a house of cards as well. Oh, and yes, the deck of cards is included! 005441 9.95

Crazy Eights and Other Card Games (ages 8+) Natural World Playing Cards (ages 5+) These unique playing cards feature a different beautiful full-color illustration of a plant or animal on every card. The number of the card and the symbol are printed on opposite corners of the card, and the photo or illustration is in the middle. Decks of horses, butterflies and horses feature detailed illustrations while the Wild Cards feature photos of over 50 edible wild plants on the back side of the card, and all necessary information on the facing side of the card. Unique, high-quality and multi-purpose, the cards are fun to use, and young children love to flip through them and look at the pictures. 030395 Butterflies of the World 3.95 009994 Dogs of the World 3.95 002038 Horses of the World 3.95 004464 Wild Cards: Edible Plants 5.95

From the basics of learning to recognize each suit, to lessons on how to hold, shuffle, cut and deal cards, this book starts at ground level for young card players. Once the basics are addressed, twenty different card games are detailed, complete with rules, instructions and tips. Aces Up, Go Fish, War, Slapjack, Old Maid, Steal the Pack, Twenty-One, Casino, Poker and more are included to liven up a rainy day or a car trip. Profusely illustrated, and written clearly for children. 76 pages, Softcover. 001162 4.95

Great Book of Family Games (ages 8+) Ever all gather around to play a game as a family, but either nothing appeals to you, or you can't agree on what to play? Maybe you need to break out some new game ideas! The Great Book of Family Games is a great, inexpensive resource that contains a wide variety of games the whole family can enjoy. Over 130 games are included here, with rules, instructions, any applicable strategies, a list of necessary game equipment, and more. Games include classics which have been around for centuries, card games, games of chance, solitaire games, children's card games, dice games, pen & paper games, old favorites, puzzles, and more from the popular to the lesser-known. A terrific resource for rainy days, bored family members, or anyone else looking to learn some new tricks.

Chinese Jump Rope (ages 8-15)

Into the Forest: Nature's Food Chain Game (ages 7+) The classic game of "War" meets the forest food chain in this exciting game. Game consists of a deck of full-color animal, insect and plant cards, each with assigned energy points, and a list at the bottom of the card lists what it eats, and what organisms eat it. After the cards are dealt, players can engage each other in a "showdown", or a "challenge" to try and win cards from other players. Two "Death & Decay" cards and a few other twists add fun and excitement. The player who holds the most energy points when play is over wins. Definitely a favorite in our house - my sisters and practically wore the cards out playing after school, in the car, and whenever we could squeeze in a game! 008480 12.50

For those of you uneducated in the ways of Chinese jump rope, it is played with three people. Two people attach the rope to their ankles or knees, and the third jumps over, onto, around, or through the loop. Sound easy? Not really, because as you get better, the steps become more complicated! This Klutz book includes two sturdy elastic jump ropes, directions for 9 games, and instructions for making your own jump rope! 005609 9.95

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Cubes (ages 7+) This fast-playing game from Jax challenges mental math skills! Each round, players put five points into the "pot". Then, players take turns rolling the cubes in the shaker cup to determine if they can take points out of the pot, or if they must add more to the pot. Play continues round after round until one player does not have five points in chips to add to the pot. Player with the highest score after three rounds is the winner. Game includes 50 playing chips, 6 colored number cubes, 1 shaker cup, a score pad, and instructions. For 2-10 players. 021295 8.95

Chips (ages 4+) This game is great practice for kids just learning their numbers and addition, and a great strategy game (plus mental math practice!) for adults! At the beginning of the game, 10 playing chips numbered 110 are given to each player. The first player then rolls the dice and tries to use his chips to match the number on the dice. For instance, if a player rolls two 6's, all players will need to use a combination of his chips to add up to that number, such as a 6, 5 and 1, 7 and 5, 10 and 2, etc. Play continues until a player can no longer use his chips to add up to the number rolled, and the points are his or her chips are added up to determine their score. Player with the lowest score after three rounds is the winner! For two or more players. 021294 5.25

1-2-3 OY! (ages 4+) These award-winning, versatile and often fast-paced card games can be played and enjoyed by children of different math abilities, including those just learning their numbers, and those that can already add and subtract. The deck itself contains 5 sets of numbers 0-16 and five OY! cards. The included instruction booklet details ten different games (plus variations) which challenge a variety of math skills. Some games can be played individually, and others will require several players. Winner of multiple awards, including a "Games 100" award. With games involving speed, slapping cards, and yelling "OY!", we suspect this game, although "educational" might be a winner in your household as well. 006147 7.95

Borderline Geography Games (ages 8+) This fun and easy-to-learn game makes learning geography almost effortless! Each game consists of a deck of cards representing states, countries, continents, landmarks, bodies of water or parallels and meridians, depending on game edition. After players are dealt cards, one card from the draw player is revealed to begin the game. Basically, each player during his turn must play a card on the play card which shares a border with it, or shares some other geographical entity with it. For example, in the U.S. version, if the card on top of the play pile showed Illinois, a player could play an Iowa card, since they share a borderline. Other cards can be played, but no match is found, the player could draw a new card… or throw one down as a bluff - and hope they don't get caught! More challenging than you think, the game is fun for the whole family and a great way to learn the location of our 50 states, the countries of the world, and more! Africa and Europe editions challenge players' knowledge of country locations, USA edition tests knowledge of our U.S. states, and world edition challenges players' knowledge of countries, continents and bodies of water all over the world. Borderline Explorer Gift Pack contains Africa, Europe, and U.S. editions. 013447 Africa 8.25 013448 Europe/Middle East 8.25 013449 USA 8.25 000901 World 8.00 000226 Borderline Explorer Gift Pack 23.50

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A-B-C OY! (ages 4+) Like 1-2-3 OY!, A-B-C-OY! offers a wide variety of fun and educational games, but is geared towards language. Children both just learning their ABC's and those that are already reading and spelling well can all play and enjoy these OY! games. Game consists of a deck of 110 cards (105 letter cards and five OY! cards), and instructions for eight different games are included. Children and adults of all ages can play Yo Yo OY!, Quick OY!, Line OY!, Quad OY!, Flash OY!, Surprise OY!, Slapspell OY!, and Panic OY! practicing a myriad of language skills and having some fast-paced fun at the same time. 006149 7.95

Stock Market Tycoon (ages 8+) A fast-paced, thrilling introduction to the stock market - and you won't lose any money! Janine and Mark (ages 10 and 14) tried out this game and were instantly hooked, surprising all of us. Since then, it's become quite the family night request! Day Trading, Market, Dream, and Reality cards simulate real-life stock market and personal life situations. The first player to earn over one million and try to close the market - juts makes sure your stocks are up when you do so! Created by stock brokers, the game wsa designed to familiarize young players to the stock market in an easy-to-understand and fun way. Players need only basic addition and multiplication skills, and the average game takes about two hours to play. For 2-8 players. 008371 20.95

Breyer Game of Horse Sense (ages

Herd Your Horses Game (ages 8+) Give your resident horse lover a gift that not only will they enjoy with the entire family, but that they will also gain much valuable horseknowledge from! This fun-filled educational game teaches players how to recognize horses by breed, color, and markings. Whether players are ranch hands or are joined up with a herd of wild horses, they learn all about 32 different breeds! 002388 16.95

7+) Make a horse-lovers dream come true this Christmas with this clever board game that teaches all about the care horses require, how they are ridden, how they grow and develop, and the different types of horse breeds around the world. True/false and multiple choice questions are designed to enhance knowledge; no prior "horse-sense" is necessary to enjoy this game. And who knows, maybe it will help prepare for the next year's Christmas gift! 022343 16.95

Made for Trade (ages 8-14)

Breyer Horse Play Card Game (ages 6+) The perfect gift for horse lovers, these imaginitive card games are simle to learn, quick to play, and fun for the whole family! Oversized cards are perfect for small hands to hold, and the sturdy box is perfect to stow in a suitcase or backpack when on the go. Learn games like No More Horses, Find the Horses, Color Rummy, Classic Rummy, and Horse Memory. It even includes a special bonus Limited Edition Breyer collectible horse! 022344 12.75

Set against the backdrop of colonial America, players are colonists trying to obtain the goods they need for daily life. Players must barter or buy what they need without letting taxes and other "bad luck" get in their way. There are three different levels of play, but basically, to win players must collect their designated object cards before the other players. Plastic shillings, playing pieces featuring illustrations of colonial men and women and cards with descriptions of the tools and objects used in colonial times add to the early American flavor. For 2-4 players. 024172

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Outburst® Bible Edition (ages 8+)

Worst-Case Scenario Games (ages 6+)

If you've ever played the original game, you know that to win points here, your teammates need to shout out specific answers to categories. The Bible version takes a fun twist on the game, with topics like "Names for Christ", "Animals in the Bible", "Sons of Jacob", and "10 books of the Old Testament" and nearly 250 others. When the timer is started, teammates will yell out answers to each of the ten topics on the card, and try to nail the ten target answers printed on the card in sixty seconds or less. A special card viewer is provided along with a timer, game board, and game pieces. The winning team is the one who correctly answers fifty questions first. A fast-paced and hectic game where fast thinking, a lot of biblical knowledge and good guessing will come in handy! Game best played with two teams of at least two people each.

Building on the popularity of the Worst-Case Scenario books, these games challenge players to guess the solutions to some of those tricky problems like "how to wrestle an alligator" or "how to escape from a forest fire". Players round the board, answering multiple choice "worst case scenario" questions as they progress. Guess the right one and move ahead, but guess wrong and your opponents move forward. The first player to make it through the desert, forest and jungle first wins! The card game version features 55 new cards and 108 original Worst-Case Scenario situations. One player reads the question off the card, wand whoever answers five questions correctly first wins! 023423 24.95

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Game of Scattergories® Bible Edition (ages 8+) We've always enjoyed the original game of Scattergories® at our house, and this version, centered around the Bible makes for an additional challenge? Just how well do you remember specifics about names, places, and events from the Bible? Like the original game, the goal is to fill in a given list with items starting with the same letter. For example, if a "C" is rolled on the letter die, players answer questions using only "C" words. Quick! What's a place where Christ walked? Canaan! Things that separate us from each other? Carelessness! Use the timer to limit response time for additional challenge! The player with the most original answers after thee rounds is the winner. For 2 to 4 players. 016910 22.50

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GeoSafari (ages 4+)

GeoSafari Laptop (ages 4+)

Teaching tool or toy? Originally designed to teach geography skills, its popularity prompted additional lesson packs to be developed in the areas of history, science, logic, and early learning activities. The setup of the unit allows for A one or multiple players. Players simply place the card they would like to play off of into the slot, enter the card's code, and begin. The roving lights on the edge of the unit mark a question, or an item to identify, and players enter their response on the number pad. Adjustable response time allows for different skill levels and a handy volume control lets the student use it during school without disturbing others or in the car without getting on Dad's nerves. Four D-cell batteries (not included) make the unit portable, but the AC adapter cuts down on battery expense. The unit comes with a card pack to get you started entitled Basic Geography, and was developed by the National Geographic Society. The GeoSafari Junior unit is identical in function to the original GeoSafari, but is more brightly colored, and comes with the Learning Fun pack instead of the Geography pack. GeoSafari School Version below includes two headphone jacks, and A/C adaptor. Original GeoSafari and Geosafari Junior do NOT include A/C adaptor, and include one headphone jack. 008219 GeoSafari (A) 85.95 014828 GeoSafari Junior (B) 85.95 012874 A/C Adapter 7.95 004628 GeoSafari School Version 85.95

This quiz game shares many characteristics with the GeoSafari unit, but it is designed to look a little bit like a laptop computer, with card storage on top, and the main unit on the base, including space for the quiz card, and the response number pad. Cards used on the GeoSafari Laptop are also smaller than those used on the regular GeoSafari unit. Two different Laptop units with cards are sold, one for children ages 8 and up and one for children aged 3-7. Each package includes 63 double-sided cards appropriate in skill level to that age group. With its more compact, batteryoperated design, this model is a little easier to take on the road, while retaining a lot of the features that made the original so popular. 006756 GeoSafari Laptop (ages 8 and up) 44.95 010569 GeoSafari Laptop (ages 3-7) 44.95

GeoSafari Expansion Card Sets These card sets were designed for use with the original GeoSafari or GeoSafari Jr. models and work identically on either machine. Each pack includes 20 lessons on 10 double-sided cards and includes lessons on a variety of subject areas. For Ages 4-7: For Ages 8+: EACH SET BELOW 11.95 EACH SET BELOW 11.95 014579 More Learning Fun 014462 Basic Geography 014657 Phonics 012875 More U.S. Geography 008609 Reading Games 012876 More World Geography 014658 Sight Words 014363 U.S. History 012877 Puzzles & Thinking Games EACH SET BELOW 5.95 008617 Eye Clue For Ages 10-AD 006731 Beginner's Bible Lessons EACH SET BELOW 5.95 004226 Word Power For Ages 6-10: 004227 Eras in U.S. History 001946 Dinosaurs 5.95 004231 Great Cultures of Past 004232 Weather World For Ages 8 and up: 008073 Wild West EACH SET BELOW 5.95 008631 Sports 006732 Bible Skills 004005 Explorers

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Geosafari Laptop Expansion Card Sets In case you have or want to purchase one of the packages above, but want to be able to use it with children of different ages, we also offer the card sets separately. 010568 Card Set (8+) 15.50 010570 Card Set (Ages 3-7) 15.50

GeoSafari CD-ROM Platinum Edition (ages 8+) The popular GeoSafari quiz game is also available on CD-ROM. Lessons in geography, history, science and animals utilize live action video, animation, photographs, and audio. An "artificial intelligence" interface creates a dialogue which can call individual players by name, tracks performances, and offers personalized encouragement. Science topics include aircraft, volcanoes, insects, weather, and inventions. History covers political leaders, artists, writers and major events. Geography includes currencies, flags, and landmarks from a variety of countries. Animals covers exotic and endangered animals as well as everyday pets. 15 games are incorporated into each program, for 1 to 4 players. Programmable response times keep games competitive. CD's work in either IBM or Mac computers with 2x CD-ROM drive, 256color display, and 4 MB RAM. New versions are separate by subject, as opposed to the original all-in-one version. EACH CD-ROM 7.95 005076 Geography 005079 Science 005078 History 005080 Animals

Are We There Yet? (ages 7+)

Magnetic Travel Games (ages 8+)

This easy-to-play travel card game contains no small, lose-able pieces, and is easy to customize for trips of any length or time of year. The set of 500 cards contains 450 category cards and 50 Shortcut cards. Players will be looking hard to find things like drivers with one hand on the steering wheel, people waving at them, and various other landmarks and objects. Instructions also include 10 variations to help keep travel-tired young'uns entertained for even more hours on the road! 002387 10.25

These games are all feature magnetic boards and pieces, so when dad turns a corner or passes someone on the highway, the pieces won't slide off the game board and onto the floor. These kinds of games can easily keep your kids busy for hours on long road-trips. With over 10 different games to choose from, there is something for everyone. Each game comes with an instruction sheet, storage bag, and a folding 8"x6" magnetic game board. EACH GAME BELOW 4.25 024477 Backgammon 024485 Hangman 024480 Car Bingo 024515 Magnetic Mosaic 024481 Checkers 024530 Naval Battle 024482 Chess 024533 Tangram 024484 Glow Solitaire

Rubberneckers (ages 4+) Being a "rubbernecker", that is, staring at every interesting thing besides the road, may not be a good idea if you're driving, but if you're in the backseat, it sure makes the drive a lot more interesting! And if you're a true rubbernecker, you'll be good at this travel game! This deck of cards each contain a name or picture of something to look for and most also include bonus points, if what you see is special in some way. For example, the card may ask you to find a basketball hoop, but you get another five points if people are actually playing basketball with it. Other special cards in the deck give a more competitive edge to the game, such as players racing to see the same thing first, or trying to get another car rider to interact with them in some way. The first traveler to amass 100 points wins. The Junior version is played much the same, but the cards feature simpler objects to find, and all are pictured, so pre-readers can play. Both decks measure 3" x 4.5" and cards are laminated. 024231 Rubberneckers 10.75 024230 Rubberneckers, Jr. 10.75

Original Colorforms Set (ages 6+) Designed in 1951, this is the original Colorforms set with shapes instead of characters, for open-ended construction and play. Spiral-board book contains 350 geometric colorforms shapes in red, blue, green, yellow and white. Black and white playing boards and design booklet included. Great play value and take-along for travel. 010109 24.95

My First Amazing Game Board Book (ages 3-6) Geared for younger children, this version of the Amazing Game Board Book includes over 50 activities and games designed just for them! Wipe-off pages and game boards are interspersed with fold-out activity sheets, with simple instructions written for young readers. Kids can play games like memory, matching, opposites, and Gumball Bingo, play with the clock face, practice tying shoelaces, create designs on the pegboard, and much more. All non-bound parts are enclosed in the storage box under the pegboard. 014905 16.50

Klutz Cat's Cradle Book & String (ages 5+) We all got hooked on string games after discovering this "find" at a relative's house! Five string games are presented in this sturdy, spiral-bound board book, complete with illustrations of the hand and string positions for each step. You'll all be playing cat's cradle, the cup and saucer in no time! Tiedyed loop of string included. 020287 7.75

Amazing Game Board Book (ages 6+) This portable all-in-one book and game kit contains plenty of games and activities to keep kids (and adults!) entertained on long car trips, or during travel "down time". The case includes a game sheet ideas sandwiched between two-sided game and activity boards, offering plenty of options for using the game boards, and some board-less ideas as well. All the pieces needed to play each game are included as well, in the handy inside compartment. A Parent's Choice Honors award winner. 005524 16.50

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Global Puzzle (ages 10+)

Shaped Puzzles (ages 8+)

This beautiful 600-piece puzzle features 193 pieces cut in the exact shapes of the countries of the world and pieces of the 50 states of the U.S. and the Canadian territories. The remaining interlocking ocean pieces are each have the name of a world country and some country facts printed on them, and are arranged in alphabetical order, making those expansive oceans a little easier to put together! Pull this out for a family evening together, or for a little geography lesson. You won't be able to tear yourself away from this great puzzle, and the geographical knowledge will sink in almost automatically! 003674 12.50

One-of-a-kind puzzles for your one-of-a kind family member! Not only are these puzzles fun and attractive, but they have hidden animal pictures in them! Some of the puzzle pieces are shaped like animals, and not all of the straight edges are border pieces as the finished puzzle is in the shape of the item listed in the title. All this just makes the puzzle more challenging and fun! In the end, the finished puzzle will be a work of art that you will want to frame when you are done! 025528 Dinosaur Days 300 pc 12.50 EACH PUZZLE 14.25 025534 Ladybug Landing 1000 pc 025535 On the Wings of an Eagle 500 pc 025530 Bear Country 1000 pc 025531 Dolphin Dreams 1000 pc 025537 Prince of the Pond 1000 pc 025532 Guiding Light 1000 pc 025538 Statue of Liberty 1000 pc 025533 Humpbacks World 1000 pc 025539 Swan Lake 1000 pc 025540 White-Tailed Deer 1000 pc

Global Animal Puzzle (ages 8+) This is a zoo of a puzzle! The Global Animal Puzzle features 100 exotic animals from across the globe. Keep in mind, this puzzle is still constructed very similarly to the Global Puzzle as it has 600 individual country pieces and interlocking ocean pieces displaying the names and facts from each country. The Global Animal Puzzle differs in that each country features a picture of an animal indigenous to that country. Each animal name is then listed at the very bottom of the puzzle, below Antarctica. Learn geography, country capitals, and native animals all in one! 028582 13.95

Global Puzzle, Jr. (ages 3+) This junior edition of the Global Puzzle features pieces shaped Pieces are formed not of individual countries, but of continents and oceans. To pack in a little more information, the pieces are lenticular, or holographic, showing continents and landmarks in one view, and individual countries inside the continent in the other. Like other puzzles geared for the young ones, this one is put together in a sturdy cardboard frame to keep all the pieces together. 027806 8.75

IZZI 2 (ages 4+) Or, "Is he through?" In the same vein as IZZI, however, IZZI 2 has four colors on the tiles to drive you dizzy! Combine the 12 colorful tiles to build 30 different geometric puzzles. You get a lot of puzzle for the price here, plus help with patterning, visual, and problem-solving skills, too. The only rule to IZZI 2 is that the edge colors of each touching tiles must match! Simple to play, but delightfully difficult to master! 020055 4.95

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Crazy Puzzle Games (ages 4+) Provide hours of fun (not to mention an exercise in visual logic). These puzzles may appear simple but are really mind-boggling. Each Crazy Game has nine playing cards. The goal is to form a perfect square, with all objects on each side matching, however, there are over 250,000 puzzle configurations and only ONE correct solution! Original and eye-catching themes to each set. EACH PUZZLE 3.25 020046 Frog 020048 Rainforest 004169 Crazy Trucks 018523 Ancient Egypt 018524 Butterflies 020047 Train

IZZI (ages 4+) Or Izzn't he? Finished solving this puzzle, that is! It will take some time to solve, but your visual, spatial and patterning skills will get a great workout! 64 black and white patterned cards. All you have to do is create a big square with white to white and black to black. Simple - and challenging! With almost a zillion solutions, it's never the same game twice! 020054 4.95

Scramble Squares Puzzles (ages 4+)

Scramble Puzzles (ages 4-8)

These colorful puzzles will leave everyone's mind scrambled, no matter what their age. This puzzle is great as kids will love the bright pictures, and adults will love the challenge. Each puzzle consists of nine 4"x4", flat squares which form a completed picture when arranged correctly. The trick to this puzzle is that an individual piece has 4 characters on it with only half of each character on each side. The sides of each piece then need to be matched up to the side of another square which has another 4 half-characters to complete the puzzle. That seems simple enough for the first few squares, but when you're left with only one piece that doesn't match up right, it takes lots of thinking and rearranging until you get all nine squares pieced together right. Great for one or more players. Variety of puzzle images to choose from! EACH PUZZLE 6.50 004859 Butterflies 009098 Forest Animals 004862 Horses 004863 North American Birds 004867 Puppies 009099 Snakes of North America 009100 Stingrays

A close cousin to Scramble Squares, but simpler for younger puzzlers. Each 8"x8" wooden puzzle is cut into 9 squares, each of which shows half of an object on 2 or more sides, and all sides must be matched up to the sides of other pieces showing similar objects in order to correctly complete the picture. Each puzzles comes with a handy wooden work tray that keeps puzzle pieces together. Chose from one of three fun scenes! EACH PUZZLE 4.50 012543 Dinosaurs 012544 Insects 012547 Sea Life

Katamino (ages 5+) Squzzle Puzzles (ages 4+) If you enjoy our Crazy Puzzle Games, you will like this one, too! Nine square pieces must be perfectly matched to complete the puzzle. Although thousands of mathematical combinations exist, there is only one correct solution. Each box contains three different puzzles for three times the fun! 9 colorful and fun sets to choose from! EACH BOX 7.25 022503 3D Scramblers 022506 Creature Kingdom 022511 Play Ball 022510 Optical Illusions 022507 Illusions 022514 World Money 022505 Around the World 022508 Insect Infested

Tantrix Discovery (ages 8+) This fun puzzle is a great stocking stuffer and it will keep any player busy for hours. The puzzle consists of ten flat, sturdy, six-sided tiles in a black mesh bag. The tiles are 1.5"x1.5" and are numbered from one to ten and display red, blue, and yellow lines. The purpose of the puzzle is to create complete circles or loops by connecting the lines on the tiles. You begin with three tiles, make a circle connecting lines of the same color on the tiles, then try to do it with one more, and so on. Puzzlers add one tile at a time until finally creating loops with all three colors, using all ten tiles. With less than ten tiles, only one color of loop is possible to create, but with all ten tiles, each color has its own solution. If this does not sound challenging enough for you (and believe me, it's harder than it sounds!) you can play with two sets of tiles for more complex loops. 016966 4.25

This fun logic game is easy to start but challenging to work and complete. The aim of the game is to build perfect units called "pentas" by placing a certain number of pentaminoes on the game board in the correct configuration. When you find one of the many different possible solutions (or shall I say, IF you find a solution) simply use the wooden "wall" to increase the board size for an bigger challenge, as the game becomes harder as the number of pentaminoes used increases. Great for one or two players. Puzzle includes two wooden playing boards, twelve wooden pentaminoes, and instructions. The pentamino blocks are an assortment of various colors and shapes. The boards are very durable, and are notched so you can create smaller challenges using the included wooden wall. The boards measure 31x19.5x4.5 cm. 016959 21.95

Aha! Brainteaser Classics (ages 8+) No one likes to get teased, but your brain will love it! Each of these 8 brainteaser puzzles comes with its own set of pieces, how-to-play card, and three hint cards. Use the hints as needed to get a nudge in the right direction when you get stuck. These puzzles can be solved individually or with a team of friends as you work to reach the "AHA!" experience when you discover the solution to the puzzle. This collection of 8 brain-building puzzles include: Pack It In, Wing It, All Up Hill, and the Fifth Chair and these along with the others will help you realize that thinking can be a whole lot of fun! 027821 16.50

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Wedgits Sets (ages 3+)

Mighty Mind Game (ages 3-8)

Wedgits are geometric, construction puzzle toys. Their 3-D shape and endless design possibilities making them appealing for people of all ages. The Starter Set has 15, larger pieces that are great for young toddlers. The Junior Set has 15, standard sized pieces that are great for beginners. The deluxe set is for "Wedgit Wizzes" and comes with 30 pieces and two storage racks and is great for more advanced puzzlers. Wedgit sets can easily be stored in a pyramid shape in the racks - if you can get them back that way! It also comes with a design booklet so you can try to construct the figures provided, or you can just sit back and let your imagination run wild. All Wedgit sets are compatible and you can play alone or with a team. 007937 Deluxe Set (30 pc) 27.50 026783 Starter Set (15 pc) 17.25 026781 Junior Set (15 pc) 15.50

This wonderful thinking-skill building game starts out easy and progresses into harder puzzles so younger kids can develop skills as they advance to solve even more challenging puzzles. It contains a tray with 32 colorful design tiles and 30 sturdy puzzle boards. While the first puzzles consist of spaces to match single shapes to, the puzzles progress to a point where they have just an outline of a figure, and children are required to think and solve the puzzle, experimenting with different pieces until they find the correct combination. Play alone or with a friend! SuperMind is a sequel for children who have successfully completed the Mighty Mind puzzles. The puzzles in SuperMind are based on the same tiles as Mighty Mind, but are more difficult. Regular editions include plastic pieces while deluxe sets include wooden pieces. 008163 Mighty Mind Regular 12.50 008162 Mighty Mind Deluxe Wood Edition 14.95 005130 SuperMind Design Book only 6.75

Wedgits Design Cards (ages 3-AD) For use with the Wedgits set, these 48 cards offer new building challenges. The cards are in color on one side, and black and white on the other for an even greater challenge. The cards range in level from easy to more complex designs. 007934 Regular Set (48) 5.25 026782 Starter Set (46) 5.25 026780 Advanced Deck (50) 5.25

Shape by Shape (ages 5+) Shape by Shape is a tangram puzzle that has twice the number of pieces, in two different bright colors, and in a few new shapes, too. Also, they are a lot thicker than regular tangrams for easy handling. The puzzles require you to use one color to build a tangram-like puzzle in the square plastic tray, and then use the other color to fill in the rest of the background space. Each of the 60 fullcolored cards has the solutions displayed on the back, and they store neatly in a drawer in the base of the tray. This unique but familiar puzzle will be a challenge for all! 005126 8.50

Tangoes Game (ages 4+) This is a fast-paced, ancient Chinese educational game that that uses tangrams and keeps you guessing! This puzzle game comes with 54 puzzle cards and two sets of basic tangrams (one red and one blue). The objective of the game is to figure out the puzzle using all 7 pieces before your opponent. The double-sided cards have the solution on the opposite side, if you happen to get stumped. All this fits into a compact box. A portable mental challenge that teaches creative thinking and problem solving skills! 008148 8.75

Brick by Brick (ages 4+) Who knew that five brick pieces could easily drive you up the wall?! This puzzle game is similar to Tangoes, but is unique as it is a creative building game using five brick combination shapes. Comes with 60 different puzzle cards with brick wall challenges to solve and build. Brick by Brick is great for improving visual, spatial, and problem solving skills. Includes a travel bag for easy transportation and storage. 020052 6.75

Block By Block (ages 5+) Similar to Brick By Brick, but three-dimensional! The puzzle is made up of seven different shapes, which must be built in different configurations to solve the 3D puzzles shown on the card. Not only terrific practice in spatial perception, but a challenging brain-twister as well! 005788 6.75

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Square By Square (ages 10+) For those who love the challenge of ancient Chinese tangram puzzles, you'll flip for the latest brainteaser, Square by Square. This 5.25"x1.75" tray comes with 6 green pieces to make up the image and 8 blue pieces that make up the background. 60 different puzzle cards provide hours of nonstop pure puzzling fun! Of course, if you think you've been outsmarted, there is a two-part solution on the back of each card to keep you going! 030355 8.25

Rush Hour Traffic Jam Puzzle (ages 6+)

Rush Hour Jr. (ages 6-9)

Traffic jams have been called a great many things - inconveniences, frustrations, and major aggravations, just to name a few. How about fun? Yes, fun! In this new thinking skills puzzle, your goal is to move all the other 15 vehicles from the congested formation to get yours home without a scratch. 40 different puzzle cards are included, along with a multitude of little brightly-colored cars and trucks in a sturdy gray street-like base. Four skill level cards - beginner, intermediate, advanced, and expert make it more enjoyable for everyone, regardless of age. Now everyone can know the joy of bumper-to-bumper traffic, while trying your sequential thinking skills - not your patience! 005108 13.25

Rush Hour puzzles are wonderful for all ages, but once younger kids get through the beginning cards and a few harder, it can get too difficult for them. The solution to this puzzle? Rush Hour Jr.! It has all the fun of the original, with minor changes. For example, their playing piece is an ice-cream truck they guide through the maze of fire trucks, police cars, and other vehicles. The game comes with 40 new junior challenge cards, and a bag to store the game in. A great travel toy. 005257 12.50

Railroad Rush Hour (ages 6+)

Rush Hour Expansion Packs (ages 8+) Think you’ve mastered the original Rush Hour game? You might want to further test your skills against one of these all-original sets of puzzles! Each expansion pack features 40 new puzzles, ranging in skill level from intermediate to GrandMaster. A new vehicle is included with each set also; a red sports car with Set #2, a white stretch limo with Set #3, and a yellow taxi with Set #4. Please note that you must have the original game pieces to use these puzzle packs. 000217 Set #2 4.25 002466 Set #3 4.25 005255 Set #4 4.25

A new twist on a classic game - made accessible for even the youngest puzzle solver in the house. An exciting train version of Rush Hour, complete with beautifully designed boxcars, tank cars, locomotives, cabooses, and bulky baggage platforms - it's a switchman's nightmare! Can you steer the bright red locomotive to the exit? This newest Rush Hour game sports a larger game board (7"x7"), two adjustable exit gates, pieces that move in multiple directions, and 50 new challenge cards (including 10 junior challenges for younger kids). Package includes an engineer-striped bag so you can take the game "on the road" without the bulky box. All abooooooard! 002461 12.50

Safari Rush Hour (ages 6+) Another fun Rush Hour set with a whole new theme! This time you're in a Rover crossing Africa, but you're surrounded by elephants, tigers, lions, zebras, and other safari animals. Your job is to slide them around the puzzle piece by piece until you've opened a path for your Rover, which can move in multiple directions. Includes 50 challenger cards, ranging from Beginner to Expert, and comes with a storage bag that can tote the Roadside Rescue Rush Hour (ages 8+) whole game. Happy trails! Save the day by getting the emergency vehicles to the front of the traf005258 16.50 fic jam! Simply arrange the vehicles and roadblocks according to one of the 42 puzzle challenges illustrated in the brainteaser booklet. Then, slide the cars around so that the ambulance, police car, and fire truck make it through the traffic jam. Solutions to all puzzles are also provided in the brainteaser booklet; but trust me, it's much more fun to solve the puzzles on your own! Includes an 18 roadblock and vehicle pieces, a 9"x 4" street-like base, the brainteaser booklet, and a drawstring travel pouch. 013799 12.50

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Raging Rapids (ages 8+)

River Crossing: Perilous Plank Puzzle (ages 3+)

Man overboard! The aim of this puzzle is to fit all 12 paddlers back into their whitewater raft. You'd think it would be a snap, but watch out! These waters are tricky and you need to be prepared for the unexpected. Don't worry, if you get stuck in the water, the Hints-to-Solution booklet will pick you up downriver. 027823 8.25

Don't let your hiker fall in the water and get eaten by hungry alligators! 40 challenging puzzle cards invite you to defy the hazards and obstacles you face. Stumps are placed in different places on every card and magnetic planks of three different sizes are your only tools for getting safely from one side to the other. The hiker has magnetic feet to allow player to easily move planks from one space to another. Great for a challenge at home or on the road! 021576 12.50

Amaze (ages 8+) River Crossing 2: North Woods Adventure (ages 7+) For those of you who have mastered the first River Crossing, its time to take on a new challenge! This card set is to be used with the original River Crossing puzzle. Within this set you will find 40 new river crossing challenges that will give you brain a workout while dodging grizzlies, leaping salmon, roaming otters, and busy beavers. The additional challenge to this game is that you must rescue a Husky trapped midriver! Great news for those of you "onthe-go," all this new gear will fit in your original River Crossing Travel Bag! 025665 8.25

Prepare to be "Amazed! This handheld maze has 16 challenges in one and it is easy to move onto the next challenge after you've solved one. This 7"x 6" plastic maze can be set up differently every time you play just by sliding the red indicators left or right to match the challenge setups that are on the back of the board. To play, simply trace your plastic stylus along the path from start to finish without lifting it over the lines or obstacles. As you work your way through the maze, you'll discover red bars that can be pushed to the left or right to create new paths. But watch out - you may trap yourself! 027822 8.25

LiveCube (ages 8+) LiveCube is the first personalized, interactive, and replayable 3Dimensional puzzle in the market. LiveCube comes complete with 12 colored pentamino shapes that fit into a 3" x 2 ½" cube, 30 Master Cards and Play Cards, an instruction manual and a carrying bag. The Play Cards have rating levels from "no-brainer" to "brain-buster." Each different level provides a different clue to form shapes. You can play alone or compete with other Live Cube Fanatics to solve the puzzle. Each puzzle piece is made from high quality, durable plastic to help it last a lifetime. Basic, 3-D Kids and Parents Adventure set is similar to the classic LiveCube, however, the pieces are two-toned with half of the pieces light, the other half dark. This set is more suitable for children, as the Play Cards show the 2-dimensional puzzles on one side of the card to prepare you for constructing pieces of the 3-dimensional puzzle on the other side within a given plane The Advanced Player Game Cards have 30 all-new puzzle cards with 3 challenge levels. LiveCube is a puzzle that will keep on growing as manufacturers plan to release additional card packs. The Kids & Parents Game Cards contains 30 cards in the same format and difficulty level as the cards in the 3-D Adventure Set. All in all, these puzzles are great and very mind-expanding! These puzzle sets have great visual, spatial, geometrical, and dimensional challenges - guaranteed to keep any active-minded puzzle worker occupied for hours! 018467 LiveCube 3-D Adventure Set 14.50 022443 LiveCube Classic Puzzle Set 21.25 022444 LiveCube Kids & Parents Game Cards 5.95 022442 LiveCube Advanced Player Game Cards Set 1 5.95

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Fifteen Puzzle (ages 8+) You could spend hours playing with this without getting bored! The Fifteen Puzzle is a beautiful stainless steel sliding-tile puzzle. Enameled number tiles (from 1 to 15) are arranged in rows and columns of four on a 2.5"x2.5" square frame. The empty space allows you to easily slide the tiles around on the puzzle. Unlike plastic versions, these tiles won't fall off! The premise of the game is simple. On a piece of paper, arrange the numbers 1 through 15 in any pattern in a four by four array. Then, see if you can reproduce the arrangement on the puzzle. To get you started, 30 puzzle challenges are included. The puzzle comes with its own travel case and provides fun for all ages! 013798 8.25

True Colors Mug and Poster These items feature the names of colors, displayed in a different color. For example, the word "orange" is shown in blue. The object is to read down the list of colors, saying the color that you see, and not the color that is spelled out to develop thinking with both the right and left brain simultaneously. 022512 Mug 8.25 022513 Poster 4.95

Twist-Up Crayons (ages 4+) Absolutely the best twist-up crayons we've tested, these write smoothly with full, bright colors. The crayon "leads" are not spring-seated, and they are not easily breakable, so when you twist the crayon down, it will stay at that level (until worn down by coloring!). Great for travel, the leads can be twisted back up into the pen so no marks or melted crayon will be left on your seats. 022982 Set of 8 1.60 024209 Set of 16 3.25

Silky Crayons (ages 4+) Irresistibly smooth and creamy, Silky Crayons write as well as their name suggests and can be used as a crayon, pastel, or watercolor. They glide over paper with the greatest of ease, they blend with the ease of pastels, and if you brush over your drawing with a wet paintbrush, it gives the effect of watercolors. A diverse and enjoyable drawing medium that offers something for everyone… and so much fun, you almost feel a little naughty - like you're finally getting to draw with Mom's lipsticks. Colorix Silky Crayons are basically the same as Silky Crayons, except they are pointed at the tip, where regular Silky Crayons have a flat top. Both are about the size of a tube of lipstick, perfect for little hands.

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Draw Thumb Art (ages 4+)

Drawing for the Artistically Undiscovered (ages 8+) Too embarrassed to let anyone see your doodles? Too afraid to even doodle? Then try this one from Klutz! This is not your typical drawing textbook. Starting at the very basics, they wrote it specifically for those who aren't quite sure which is the "pointy end of the pencil". And in fact, with the vast space on most pages for you to practice, it's more like a sketchbook. But, unlike a sketchbook, every page contains amusing art work, useful tips on technique, and lots of suggestions, drawing starting ideas, and more to help you fill up all that white space! 003641 15.25

How could anyone not be inspired to draw with these cute little books? Each set includes a spiral-bound book with a sturdy cardboard backing, with a marker and stamp pad mounted beside the book. Each flip of the page reveals a cute drawing using fingerprints and a few clever marker additions. The rest of the page is free for you to add your thumbprint masterpiece. Everyone can be a "unique" thumbprint artist! EACH BOOK 5.50 019496 Animals 019497 People 019498 Things

Make-a-Plate Kit (ages 4+) This unique, spiral-bound journal was designed to spark lots of ideas to get Make personalized plates for all your relatives at Christmas! Each kit includes several paper circles and 10 markers. Kids can color in the circles to show off their the writer or artist in you thinking. artwork, commemorate special events, or even try their hand at portraits of relaEach page presents a different writing tives (always a hit). When the plates are colored, simply send to the manufacturer, or drawing prompt, like writing what where they will transform them into sturdy 10" dishwasher-safe dinner plates. The you would say if someone from the quality of the finished product will last for years to come. Finished plates should newspaper interviewed you about be received within 10 business days. Individual kit contains 5 paper circles, and what you like to eat, or drawing yourTeacher kit contains 50 (for lots of mess-ups!). Please note there is a small charge self on an island with three things you plus shipping and handling for the molding of each plate. decide to bring with you. At nearly 001769 Individual Kit 8.75 100 pages, there is plenty of room for 001798 Teachers Kit 5.25 creative expression! 8 colored pencils are included. 012740 12.25 Create! A Sketchbook & Journal (ages 7+)

Bonus Bucket of Chalk (ages 3+) This fun, square bucket of chalk comes with 49 pieces of sidewalk chalk and 12 pieces of school chalk. A great variety of colorful pastel pieces are included in the set and the chalk easily washes away with water. The reusable plastic bucket measures 6 ½"x 7"x 5" and the lid snaps on nicely and a convenient carrying handle is attached to the bucket. 020597 5.95

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BloPens (ages 4+)

Blopens Painting with Air Craft Package (ages 4+)

Airbrush meets typical marker in this unique and versatile product. Blopens look a bit like regular markers inside a plastic casing. But just lightly blow into one side of the casing, and a light mist of ink sprays out the other end. The ink cannot be inhaled, so even small children can use these! And, of course, if you get tired of spraying, you can also draw, write, or paint with these guys. The possibilities are practically limitless. They work really well with stencils, leaving you with a brightly colored, speckled, spattered image, or you can stagger and overlay them and paint with different colored Blopens for a really neat look too. All you need is a little air and an imagination!

Includes three Blopens, stencils, a glitter stick, stickers, and book of ideas and projects to use with your Blopens. 004357 14.75

008864 Set of 5 Bold Colors 4.75 (black, orange, hot pink, blue and turquoise) 008865 Set of 5 Brite Colors 4.75 (brown, red, yellow, dark sky blue and green) 010208 Rainbow Pack 6.95 (ten Blopens; red, orange, yellow, lime green, Kelly green, light blue, royal blue, black, pink and brown)

BloPens Air Coloring Set (ages 4+) Includes 7 Blopens, 1 color-changing Blopen, 1 secret writer Blopen, 8 stencils, 8 sheets of paper and instruction booklet. 008859 10.25

Blopens Creative Activity Kit (ages 4+) Kit contains 10 Blopens, 5 color-changing Blopens, 12 stencils, one four-fold stencil, 10 four-fold stencil refill sheets, workstation, carrying case, instruction booklet, 8 sheets of paper, and a secret writer Blopen. 008861 21.00

IlluStory (ages 7+) Create your own long lasting, professional-looking book! IlluStory contains non-toxic, washable markers, writing pages, instructions, hints, a story planner, and a postage paid envelope. Write your story (up to 12 pages, 20 word limit on each), and illustrate it. When you're finished, mail it to Creations By You (at no additional charge) for completion and production. They'll typeset and bind your book, returning a 7”x9” hardcover book that even has a place for dedication and "About the Author" pages. A great gift idea for parents, grandparents and relatives. 000283 17.95

PhotoStory (ages 12+)

Plate Works (ages 6+) Design your own personalized and break-resistant, dishwasher-safe plastic plate, bowl or mug with this kit. Kit includes design drawing form, washable markers, and order forms. Children can use markers or other art supplies to design their own plate, or they can send in a photo to use instead. A special name or message can even be typeset around the border of the plate, for an extra personal touch. When design is finished, simply send to Creations By You for transformation into a special dish. 016801 12.25

The more "adult-geared" version of this product offers a few differences from the junior version, most notably the lack of cute Mrs. Grossman stickers, and more "adult-friendly" book cover color options. Like Illustory, you write the text for each page, and decorate the area around where the photograph will go with washable markers. Print or digital photos are accepted for placement in the book, and the finished book will be 8.5"x11" and 15 pages in length with a hardcover binding (options for longer books are available). The production of your book is completed in 2-3 weeks. What a neat way to commemorate an event, or highlight a special person! 002523 24.25

PhotoStory Jr. (ages 9+) This kit is similar to Illustory but also features a few neat options. Like Illustory, children can write their own text or captions, but they can also submit photos to have printed on the page. They can also decorate the page around the photo with markers and the included Mrs. Grossman stickers. This lets children create a professional-quality book highlighting a memory, like a scrapbook. Kit includes markers, 168 stickers, tape, and pages to construct your book. Finished book measures 7"x9" at a standard length of 15 pages (although additional options are available. Cover photo and book title are laminated onto your choice of nine cover colors. 016800 23.50

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Scratch Magic (ages 5+)

Scratch Magic Stickers (ages 5+)

Forget plain white paper! Once you doodle on Scratch Magic paper, nothing else will seem quite the same! Basically, Scratch Magic papers are multicolored or glittery paper coated with a black layer on top. As you scratch at the top layer, the colors and glimmer below are revealed to create a unique, colorful etched picture. A wide variety of Scratch Magic products are available, from packs of different types of art paper to stickers, journals, photo frames, and more! Use with stencils for a neat effect, or draw favorite doodles or drawings on it for a beautiful result.

Now you can experience the fun of scratch art on a smaller scale. Design your own star, moon, flower, and heart-shaped stickers. Included are 10 Rainbow black stickers, 10 Scratch & Sparkle stickers, and one wooden stylus. 023260 4.25

Scratch Magic Paper Packs Each of these packs contains four sheets of Scratch Magic paper, each measuring 5.5"x8.5". Each set also contains a wooden drawing stylus and a stencil for creating amazing designs. EACH SCRATCH MAGIC BELOW 4.25 009544 Scratch Magic Rainbow Black This set features black paper that scratches off to reveal a rainbow of colors. 009546 Scratch Magic Scratch & Sparkle This set is black, but scratches off to reveal holographic, glittery paper. 020143 Scratch & Sparkle Multicolor Paper that both sparkles and showcases a rainbow of different colors. 009547 Scratch Magic Scratch Lite Use this paper to make stained glass designs. 4.75"x8" in size. After your scratch your design, hold it up to the window and let the sun shine through! 009543 Scratch Magic Combo Pack Try them all! Pack contains one sheet each of Scratch-Lite, Rainbow Black, Rainbow White, and Scratch & Sparkle. Includes wooden stylus, 1 hand strip, and 1 30-shape stencil.

Scratch Magic Stickers Super Set Even more stickers with this set of 48. There are more possibilities thanks to the larger assortment of sticker shapes (car, hand, and butterfly in addition to the ones named above). This kit includes 24 Rainbow Black stickers, 24 Scratch and Sparkle stickers, 1 stencil with more than 30 shapes, and one wood drawing stylus. 023261 6.75

Scratch Magic Photo Frames (ages 5+) These frames are totally awesome! You will receive 3 Scratch & Sparkle and 3 Rainbow Black photo frames with stands and magnets. Also included are a wooden drawing stylus and a stencil with more than 30 fun shapes and instructions. Each frame you design will be unique, as it is an original by you. Great for framing all your Scratch Magic masterpieces! 3 frames will hold photo sizes of 1.5"x2.25", 2.25"x3.25", and 4"x6". 027692 4.25

Scratch Magic Super Stationery Kit (ages 5+) Scratch Magic Deluxe Scratch Art even makes handwritten letters look cool! The effect is similar to gel pens on black paper, but much brighter. This kit contains 5 sheets each Kit (ages 5+) of Multicolor and Fluorescent Scratch Art Paper and 5 sheets each

16 assorted sheets of the four varieties of Scratch Magic, 2 wooden drawing styli, 1 stencil, 3 easel frames, and 2 hang strips. Amaze your friends with your dazzling creations! 009549 12.50

of Silver Foil and Gold Foil. Twenty colored envelopes, a stencil with 25 shapes, and two wood drawing styluses are also included. E-mail definitely can't beat these! 023262 12.50

Scratch & Sparkle Deluxe Kit (ages 5+) Create 16 dazzling master pieces with these multicolor sparkling and shimmering paper! There are 4 sheets of each variety of paper, including: multicolor, glitzy gold, shimmering silver and brilliant blue and over 30 shapes in a stencil to make designing fun and easy. There are also 3 fun easel frames to show off your favorite designs. 027689 12.50

Scratch-Art Scratch Knife (ages 8+) This knife is to use with the Scratch-Art materials. Expand your drawing possibilities with the curved edge knife (rather like a miniature shovel), which can scratch clean thick or thin lines. It comes with a 5.5" long plastic penholder for better grip and control and is made from high carbon steel. 020133 2.95

Scratch Magic Notes A creative way to leave colorful notes for anyone. Just scratch your note into the black surface to leave a rainbow colored message. The note sheets are 3.5"x3.5", and come in a package of 125 with a wooden stylus in its own designer dispenser. Great to use at home or the office. 020141 5.75

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Scratch-Lite Sketcher Kit (ages 5+)

Scratch Magic Journal (ages 5+)

Rainbow colors light up as you draw! This kit comes with a portable sketcher light box. Turn on the light, scratch your designs on black coated Scratch-Lite Sheets, and watch rainbows of glowing color appear. Hang your "stained glass" masterpieces in the window and let the sun shine through them. Included with this kit are one Scratch-Lite Sketcher, 10 sheets of scratch lite stained glass paper, 2 double-ended drawing tools, 1 stencil with 30 shapes, 10 hang strips and instructions. Scratch! Reveal! And Glo' Crazy! 3 ‘C’ batteries (not included) are required to light up sketcher box. 027695 16.50

With a total of 40 pages, this 4"x7" journal provides an extra creative place for kids to write, draw, and doodle. There are 10 rainbow pages, ten sparkle pages, and then 20 sheets of regular white paper. Included with the journal are a design ruler, a fun curve tool, a wooden drawing stylus, and 2 stowaway pockets. 020135 8.25

Twirled Paper (ages 8-15) Once again, Klutz has impressed us with a new craft book and kit on a lesser-known, but well-established craft - paper twirling! To create twirled paper crafts, you simply curl strips of paper with the twirling wand and glue them to make assorted objects. We were amazed by the huge variety of projects that are included here, such as bug and insect pencil toppers, birds, fish, letters of the alphabet, and more. Included in the book/kit are: over 100 multi-colored paper strips (24"x0.125"), a twirling wand, glue, and wiggle eyes. Once you master a few simple papertwirling shapes, you are limited only by your imagination! 025125 12.95

Origami Fun Kit for Beginners (ages 5+) Are you interested in learning the art of origami but don't exactly know where to start? This kit is specifically packages for those dedicated to learning the art of paper folding. Don't let the title deceive you. The projects contained in the three books range in skill level from simple, to high-intermediate. The books included are Birds in Origami, Favorite Animals in Origami, and Easy Origami. The kit also included 96 6"x6" sheets of authentic origami paper (54 sheets of traditional, 24 sheets of rainbow, and 18 sheets of metallic) for you to practice your projects with. 024243 11.25

Book of Artrageous Projects (ages 8+) If you want to dabble in the arts, but aren't sure how to get started, Klutz has prepared this book just for you! They designed this hands-on book with the cooperation of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and it will introduce the curious dabbler to collage, drawing, watercolor painting, hieroglyphs, weaving, photography, metal-working, stained glass, and more all in the enthusiastic and humorous Klutz way. The pages in the book are meant to be drawn on, scribbled, painted, etc., and while you will need to provide the art materials, Klutz has thrown in some unique and hard-to-find materials (such as copper paper and colored sand) with the book as well. 015803 15.25

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Tissue Paper Flowers (ages 7+) Surprisingly realistic, these flowers don't need to be watered, will never wilt, and won't attract bugs! This Klutz book provides wonderfully written instructions (and pictures, of course!) of many different gorgeous flowers you can create from tissue paper. Use your imagination and create arrangements, wreaths, and other decorations for your room, centerpieces, for gifts, or just for fun! Included with the book are 75 sheets of paper in a variety of colors, 40 pipe cleaners and heavy cardstock templates. Flowers will abound in your house - even in winter! 018337 12.75

Fun with Origami (ages 5+) For the slightly "older folder," this origami booklet with instructions for 17 projects comes with 24 sheets of 7"x7" origami paper in 12 different colors so you can start folding right away. Beginners can master simple shapes such as a sail boat, jet plane and paper cup. Intermediate level projects include a bird, whale, fish, and penguin. Veteran origamists can enjoy the challenges of creating a seal, butterfly, and a flapping bird. Diagrams are clear and easy to understand, but projects are slightly more complex than you find in other origami kits. 008264 4.75

Origami Paper (ages 3+) Here is the perfect gift for your origami enthusiast. These "paper packs" serve as inexpensive "refills" for your folding fanatic to practice with. Each set contains 100 sheets in primary colors. 008470 7"x7" squares 5.75 008477 9"x9" squares 10.50

Sculpey III Creative Clay Case

Shape & Bake Clay Sets

(ages 3+) This kit includes several Sculpey products to provide hours of sculpting fun. Nine oneounce bars of clay are included, in white, orange, black, brown, tan, yellow, purple, green, and red. Two flexible push-molds are also included to create a variety of animals and objects. The six clay cutters can be used to cut circles, hearts, teddy bears, stars, elephants, and hippos, with four sculpting tools that will assist with the detail work. Also included are such items as Popsicle sticks, gems, string, wire, and a roller. All of these handy supplies come in a small, durable, reusable storage bucket complete with lid. 022721 17.95

(ages 6+) If your kids love hands on art projects, Shape & Bake will make the perfect gift! Each Shape & Bake Clay Set includes simple, full-color, step-bystep instructions, six (1oz.) bars of Sculpey III or Sculpey SuperFlex oven-bake clay, and a sculpting tool and/or a clay roller. After you bake your creations in the oven, they are still stickable, flexible, and repositionable for hours of fun! EACH CLAY SET 5.95 014151 Australian Outback Shape & Bake Clay Set Create a fierce-looking alligator, lizard, and snake! Sculpey III in green, sweet potato, yellow, black, brown, and white. 014152 Butterflies Shape & Bake Set Enough clay to make several beautiful butterfly window decorations! Sculpey III in lime, violet, atomic orange, black, hot pink, and lemon. This set also includes jewel beads, glue, and craft wire. 014153 Clip Critters Shape & Bake Set Make four cute key chains - butterfly, snake, heart, and bird! Sculpey SuperFlex in red, blue, green, black, yellow, and white. This set also includes four key chains and craft wire. 014156 Flexible Friend Bookmarks Shape & Bake Set Make four flat bookmark friends - cat, dog, frog, and octopus! Sculpey SuperFlex in red, blue, green, black, yellow, and white. 014158 Wizards, Knights and Dragons Shape & Bake Set Create a wizard, a knight and horse, and two dragons! Sculpey III in red, blue, green, black, yellow, and white. This set also includes craft wire.

Sculpey Amazing Eraser Clay (ages 3+) Imagine a set of six brightly colored Sculpey clay blocks: pineapple, orange, lime, blueberry, bubblegum and purple. You can mold and form this clay into any shape, then bake it and.... voila! You just designed your own eraser. You can make an eraser to go on the end of your pencil or a handheld eraser to rub out those unwanted pencil marks. The set comes with 6 - 1 oz. blocks of clay, a sculpting tool, roller, step by step cooking directions and photo ideas for some cool erasers. For even more fun, purchase the deluxe set with bigger blocks of clay and two extra colors - white and walnut! Bright packaging makes these perfect gifts! 014684 6 Colors 5.95 014683 8 Colors 10.95

Makit & Bakit Bowl Set (ages 9+) These unique translucent bowls are easier than it looks to make! Simply sprinkle a layer of Makit & Bakit crystals into a pie pan in any design you wish, bake until hard, and then take out of the oven and form over a metal can to create your own original "stained glass" bowls. Kids can give them to friends and relatives, use them to hold and display accessories, keys, candy and more! 004194 10.75

Incredible Clay Book: How to Make and Bake Zillions of Clay Creations (ages 5+) If you think "zillions" is an exaggeration, then you don't have children like mine, who at one time seemed to "make and bake" Sculpey® creations on an almost daily basis! This book includes over 150 clay projects and ideas, accompanied by full-color photography and clear instructions to inspire all kinds of fledgling sculptors. There's even a special section on sculpting (or rolling?) Millefiore beads so you can "model" your clay in style! Book includes 8 one-ounce bricks of colorful Sculpey III® clay. 020192 15.25

All Occasion Beeswax Candle Kit

Makit & Bakit® Baking Crystals (ages 9+) Refill baking crystal sets below each contain ¾ oz. of four different colors, for a total of 4 oz. of crystals. EACH CRYSTAL SET 2.95 009326 Blue, Green, Aqua, and Clear Crystals 009327 Pink, Purple, Magenta, and Aqua Crystals 009328 Red, Orange, Yellow, and Brown Crystals

(ages 6+) Making beeswax candles is an easy and relaxing craft that several employees (and their families) have since gotten hooked on! This kit contains everything you need to get you started, including six 8"x8" sheets and six 4"x4" sheets of sweet-smelling, honey-combed beeswax in an array of different colors, glitter, tiny "treasure charms" to decorate with, wick, and clear, straightforward illustrated instructions. Beeswax candles don't drip or smoke, and emit a light, honey-like fragrance. With no hot wax to deal with and room for tons of creativity, it's a great family craft or homemade gift idea. 005968 18.75

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Watercolor Magic® Paints (ages 6+) Whenever my siblings and I painted watercolors years ago, we almost always practically ground the bristles off our brushes trying to mix just a little of that stubborn paint cake into the water for a nice, bright painting! Refreshingly, doing perfectlybright and cheerful watercolor paintings with Watercolor Magic® paints is anything but frustrating! Right out of the bottle, these liquid watercolors are bright, bold, and easy to work with. For lighter colors, or to "stretch" their usage, just add a bit more water. When tested with young kids in our family, they overwhelmingly preferred these liquid watercolors to their own hard-as-a-rock pans of watercolors - and we're sure the conversion won't take long in your family either. EACH 8 OUNCE BOTTLE 3.25 022991 Black 022992 Blue 022993 Brown 022994 Green 022995 Magenta 022996 Orange 022997 Red 022999 Turquoise 023000 Violet 023001 Yellow 022998 Set of 10 Above 30.95

Watercoloring for the Artistically Undiscovered (ages 8+) Another one of our favorites from Klutz. Authored and illustrated by Thacher Hurd, noted children's book illustrator, who inspires even the most "undiscovered" talent through humorous instruction, wild colors and disarming art work. The package is likewise designed to spark the latent artist within: the wire-bound book contains 48 pages of watercolor paper, 24 pages of text packed with tips and techniques from the author, and a permanently affixed six-color box of professional quality Reeves watercolors with a #5 watercolor brush. All you need to provide is a glass of water and your (as yet) undiscovered talent. 009647 15.25

Watercolor Magic® Sampler Set

Paint Palettes (ages 3+)

This inexpensive sample set contains six 1 oz. bottles of Watercolor Magic® 1 oz. including red, yellow, green, blue, violet, and black. 022990 6.95

Designed for use with all types of paints, these heavy plastic circular trays have 10 wells with a center mixing area and a snap-tight cover so you can keep paints from drying out if you have to put aside the project temporarily. We recommend having at least one per child; we keep several more on hand for friends, who always seem to be around at craft time! 008565 1.50

Dip 'N Dab Paint-ATie Kit (ages 7+) Sure, most dads get ties for Christmas, but not usually one that screams "wow", like this one will when you get done with it! This unique kit contains one 100% silk tie, a bonus 11" square hand kerchief, one foam brush, four Dye-na-Flow paints (dark blue, golden yellow, magenta and black), a package of salt, four mixing cups, and instructions. The result will be a beautifully swirled and tie-dyed handkerchief and tie set that you will have to make sure your dad wears to church or work! 008024 13.95

Build Your Own Battery-Operated _____ Kit (ages 8+) These unique kits allow kids to not only paint their own wooden model, but also construct the battery-operated motor that makes it move! Each kit contains the parts necessary to build a moving wooden race car, elephant, or dinosaur, including pre-cut wooden pieces, assembly gear kit, motor, and an instruction booklet with step-by-step instructions. Kids can build the wooden model and put together the motor, then give it a custom paint job! Kids will need a few basic tools, paint, and two AA batteries (not included) to make their creation roll, walk, or stomp. EACH KIT 8.50 030281 Elephant 030282 Race Car 030283 Triceratops 030284 Tyrannosaurus

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8 Well Slant Tray (ages 3+) This sturdy plastic 4" x 12" paint tray features eight wells to hold paint, and eight slanted, shallower wells for mixing. Works great for mixing different tempera colors, watercolors, and more. 025089 2.50

Colossal Box of Crafts (ages 5+) Do you ever have those days when you just want to do something different? Store the Colossal Box of Crafts away for just such a time. Children will be delighted when you pull this out and explain what fun you are all going to have. Full of wiggly eyes, pom poms, colorful feathers, jumbo stems, WonderFoam, chenille stems, craft sticks, tinsel stems, sequins & spangles, glitter glue pens and tacky glue, you will all have a blast going to town on your own creations or doing some of the fun project ideas which come with the kit. All these items and more come in an 1.5'x 1'x2.5" box. 012377 16.75

Lauri Lacing Puppet Sets (ages 5-9)

Snuggle Pets Activity Kits (ages 5+)

Easy enough for even the youngest crafters, these award-winning Lace-a-Puppet sets offer kids the opportunity to put some simple lacing skills to work to create their own unique puppets! Each set includes several pre-cut felt figures (fronts and backs) with pre-punched holds around the edge, plenty of pre-cut yarn, and several plastic, ball-tipped needles. Kids can lace around the edges and create a working hand puppet, then use the included punch-out felt shapes and scraps of felt and yarn to give their puppet a unique look. Then, it's off to the puppet theater! Available in different sets of people and critters. 003033 Crawling Critter Lacing Puppets 7.50 Makes 3 insect puppet front & backs (bee, ladybug and butterfly) 026861 Lace-A-Circus Puppets 9.75 Makes 6 puppets including lion, seal, elephant, circus performer, and two horses 026862 Lace-A-Person Puppets 9.75 Includes pieces to build 4 people puppets, and 4 uniforms for them 026863 Lace-A-Pet Puppets 7.50 Makes three puppets, including a bear, cat, and dog 026864 Lace-A-Puppet 9.75 Includes fronts and back pieces to make 6 people puppets 018349 Lace-A-Saurus Puppets 9.75 Makes six different dinosaur puppets including a brachiosaurus, a stegosaurus, a triceratops, two T-Rexes, a parasaurolophus and a pterodactyl finger puppet 001212 Swamp Creatures Puppets 9.75 Makes six "creatures" including an alligator, a turtle, two frogs, and two salamanders

Each of these kits contains everything kids need to sew their own soft, fuzzy "snuggle pet". Made of soft, machine-washable, hypo-allergenic Vellux®, the results are impressive - and very cute! Each kit contains everything needed to create each pet, including pre-cut Vellux with pre-punched holes, polyester fiberfill, yarn, blunt metal needle, and step-by-step instructions. The pre-punched holes make sewing easy, with an estimated project time of 20-40 minutes. Most pets measure 11" to 12" when completed, although Pocket Pets are smaller, at 5" to 6". EACH KIT 7.50 030382 Bunny Rabbit 030383 Dinosaur 030384 Dolphin & Baby 030385 Kitty Cat 030386 Pocket Pets 030388 Sea Turtle 030389 Teddy Bear

Make a Teddy Bear Kit (ages 8+) This teddy bear is so adorable, it's hard to believe he can be stitched together by a beginner! Kit includes everything you need to give him life - and personality - with pre-cut felt, polyfill, embroidery floss, needle, ribbon, and of course, easy-to-follow instructions. Teddy bear measures 9.5" tall when completed. 009325 7.75

Needles for Lacing or Sewing (ages 5-9) These plastic, ball-tipped needles are perfect for young children to use in al their "sewing" projects using yarn to stitch in felt, paper, needlepoint canvas, loose-weave fabric, etc. Ball-tip needles are safer for younger children, but require pre-cut holes in material. Sets of ten needles per pack. 003039 Ball-tipped 1.25 003045 Blunt-tipped 1.25

Felted Snake and Egg Kit (ages 7+) This very unique kit explores the art of making felt from wool fleece. Kids can use the wool fleece to create fuzzy, soft and bendable snakes and felt eggs. The fluffiness and versatility of the fleece fosters almost unending creativity with this project, allowing kids to give their snakes and eggs faces, hairstyles, and more. The kit includes 100% wool fleece in four colors, colorful nubs, two egg forms, wiggly eyes, plastic mat, wire, and an illustrated instruction booklet. 029108 12.50

Make Your Own Puppy Kit (ages 8+) If you're not all about cute little teddy bears, this puppy kit just might win you over. Kit includes everything needed to create a long, floppy-eared smiley puppy including plush felt, polyfill, embroidery floss, needle, ribbon, and instructions. Puppy measures 9.5" tall when completed. 022753 7.75

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Craft Weaving Loom (ages 6+)

PegLoom (ages 5+)

Children love creating things - especially useful items that they can see being used everyday. This small loom gives kids the opportunity to quickly and easily create such masterpieces as potholders, placemats, and more from brightly-colored cotton loops. Kit includes 7.25" square sturdy plastic loom, plenty of cotton loops, a weaving hook, and instructions. The weaving is surprisingly easy for small children and the small, square "potholder" units can be attached together to create larger crafts. A bag of refill loops is also available. 002611 Craft Weaving Loom 2.75 002612 16-oz. Bag of Loops 3.00

The PegLoom is a great way for young beginners to learn how to weave. The PegLoom is constructed of sturdy hardwood, and its slanted pegs on both sides ensure that weavings in progress don't fall off. Instead of shuttles, children weave the wool yarn through the loom with a sturdy plastic needle (great for building those fine motor skills!). The 7"x10" loom is perfect for such projects as wall hangings, purses, coasters, blankets and rugs for dolls, and whatever else they can dream up. Kit includes PegLoom, cotton warp string, 100% wool yarns in red, purple, green and gold, plastic needle, and illustrated instructions. 029113 16.95

Potholder Kit with Friendly™ Wool Loops (ages 6+) This simple weaving kit is similar to the Craft Weaving Loom, but children weave potholders and create other crafts using 100% wool loops. The loops come in bright, rainbow colors, and are fire-resistant, which is always handy in a potholder. Kit includes 7"x7" metal loom, enough wool loops to make two potholders, 2 hooks (1 metal one for weaving, and one plastic one for finishing) and illustrated instructions. A refill bag of wool loops is also available, with enough loops to make three potholders. 029114 Potholder Kit 14.95 029109 Refill Loops 11.95

Begin to Knit Kit (ages 9+) Knitting's not just for adults! The clear and easy-to-follow instructions in this kit teach kids how to cast on and knit while they create some impressive projects for themselves, friends or family members. Kit includes instructions, knitting needles, and enough yarn to complete either a doll blanket, scarf, or purse. 004185 7.75

Lap Looms (ages 7+) Lap Looms are constructed of hardwood, and portable enough to take anywhere. Each loom kit contains a Lap Loom, 1 oz. of Cotton Warp String, 100% wool yarn, tapestry needle, two shed sticks, a shuttle (one shuttle comes with Size A loom, and two shuttles come with Size B), and illustrated instructions. The instructions show the basics of weaving, and explain how to weave and create pillows, purses, small rugs, wall hangings, tote bags and much more. A different color scheme of yarn comes with each loom; the "Fiesta" design with a Size A loom incorporating colors like purple, green, gold, orange and red, while the "Sierra" design, featuring black, white and red comes with a Size B loom. Portable, hands-on, and with plenty of room for creativity. 029110 Size A - 12"x16" 32.95 029111 Size B - 14.5"x18.5" 40.95

Quick-to-Knit Scarf Kits (ages 7+) This kit teaches beginning knitters the basic garter stitch, and then sets them loose to create their own scarf. The kit includes easy-to-follow, illustrated instructions to teach children the basic stitches, two wooden knitting needles, and enough silky-soft Mohair and fine wool yarn to knit a scarf approximately 3" wide and 50" long. Kids love to be able to learn a skill, and use it right away to start creating. Available in three yarn colors. EACH SCARF KIT 14.95 029115 Purple Scarf 029116 Red Scarf 029117 Teal Scarf

Begin to Crochet Kit (ages 9+) Learn to crochet while immediately creating useful objects and gifts for family and friends! This kit includes instructions on the basic crochet stitch, crochet hook and enough yarn to make either a doll blanket, scarf, or purse. Once they get going, all you'll need to supply is plenty of yarn! 004184 7.75

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Begin to Crochet Slippers (ages 8+) Crafty kids can learn to crochet while creating a pair of warm, cozy slippers for themselves. This kit includes clear instructions for performing the basic crochet stitch, instructions on how to use it to make the slippers, enough yarn to make one pair of slippers, and a crochet hook. 022736 7.75

Klutz Book of Beads (ages 9-15) This book offers dozens of bead jewelry ideas, tips, and clear instructions in typical high-quality Klutz style, with plenty of fullcolor photographs and diagrams. Wire, jewelry hardware and hundreds of Bohemian glass beads are included in a sturdy plastic case just waiting for your creative touch. 005611 16.75

Crochet Cuties Fashion Show (ages 7+) This beginner crocheting kit teaches youngsters basic crochet stitches, which they can start using right away as they crochet unique fashions to dress up large clothespins, or "crochet cuties". Kit includes detailed, illustrated instructions, wool fleece, yarn, wooden pins for the "cuties" bodies wooden bases to stand them up in, a crochet hook, and cards to display the winners of the "fashion show". Then they can dress up their "models" as crazy or sophisticated as they'd like, add fuzzy fleece hairstyles, and draw expressive faces on them. 029107 10.95

Klutz Beadimals Bucket (ages 5+) The Klutz Beadimals Bucket comes with all the supplies for several bead animals. The pocketsized instruction book covers everything you need to know about making 7 different bead animals, including an alligator, snake, and hippo. With simple instructions and pictures, even younger kids can make Beadimals. The kit also includes hundreds of brightly colored beads, two different colors of cord, and four clips to make keychain Beadimals. 008082 9.95

Klutz Hemp Bracelets (ages 6+) Hemp is a naturally-colored fiber that resembles twine, and mixed with a few beads and some cool knots makes for a sophisticated but casual look. With clear instructions, wellillustrated diagrams, and full-color photographs, crafters will learn ten different styles of hemp bracelets. Book is packaged with 150 feet of hemp and plenty of beads. 003642 11.50

Klutz Book of Bead Rings (ages 8+) Creating your own unique beautiful bead rings is easier than you think! In true Klutz fashion, this book offers clear and detailed instructions for making seven basic bead ring designs. A basic ring is introduced first, including how to bead and finish it. From there, young jewelry-makers progress to slightly more difficult rings, including the daisy chain, butterfly, and twisted ring. Fullcolor photography and illustrations enhance the already clear and easy-to-follow instructions. Book includes caddy full of Czech seed beads and wire to get you started right away 008080 9.95

Friendship Bracelets (ages 6+) Ten different designs, along with basic friendship bracelet making instructions are included in this book, with clear instructions, diagrams, and terrific full-color photography. Enough embroidery floss and beads are included for about 12 bracelets, and the back cover of the book serves as a handy workspace to attach your bracelet-in-progress. 005895 11.50

Boondoggle (ages 8+) What is "boondoggle"? It's a camp term for the brightly-colored plastic laces used heavily for braiding camp "basics" like zipper pulls, and lanyards. This book includes full-color instructions for 16 great projects including those above, and adding a few new ones such as headbands, shoe bobs, bracelets of different types, and more. Includes six 5-yard skeins of colorful lanyard, 2 metal clips, one bracelet blank, one keychain ring, and one bolo slide. 005896 10.75

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Makit & Bakit® Jewelry Kits (ages 8+) Makit & Bakit crystals make unique, stained glass jewelry when baked into small metal charm and pendant frames. Each kit below contains metal frames, Makit & Bakit® crystals in various bright colors, the necessary jewelry findings, and easy-to-follow instructions. Charms and jewelry pendant shapes include stars, teddy bears, butterflies, flowers, hearts and more. EACH KIT 4.75 022755 Charm Bracelet & Necklace Includes 9 charms to attach to charm bracelet or to string on a necklace 022756 Flower Bracelet & Butterfly Necklace Includes 8 flower charms and a butterfly pendant for necklace 022759 Mood Color Changing Crystals Jewelry Includes 9 charms and mood-changing crystals. Crystals are darker colors when cool, and neon colors when warm Makit & Bakit Jewelry Deluxe Set (ages 8+) 022761 Necklace 4-Piece Set This kit includes everything you need to make five jewelry Includes two necklace chains and 4 pendant charms projects, including two charm bracelet, a necklace, earrings, and a jewelry stand. 022758 10.75

Make-Your-Own Chest of Drawers (ages 6-12) This lavender and purple wooden chest has 3 drawers and comes with gemstones, glitter and accents to decorate it with. Young girls will love to decorate this special keepsake for themselves or give it away as a wonderful gift. It will hold jewelry and other special little somethings. It measures 8"x5"x10". 025245 12.95

Decorate-Your-Own Jewelry Box (ages 6-12) This 6"x5" jewelry box is made of wood and very sturdy. It is hot pink in color with yellow, blue, and green accents. Flip open the top and you have a nice mirror and velvet lined area for your special jewelry. There is also a place to insert your rings to keep them safe and sound. A pull-out drawer provides additional storage. Included in this kit are self-adhesive gems (hearts, circles, and flowers); stickers; pink, gold and blue glitter glue; decorative ribbon; wooden flower accents; and a bottle of glue tucked into the drawer. All of these decorations are in a nice partitioned tray which can also be used for storage on your dresser top. This would be a delight for any girl. 018424 8.75

Balloon Animals (ages 6+) Got a kid that likes to "clown around?" Then this is the perfect gift for them! Once your child has the basic twist down they can make every animal in the book. The step-by-step booklet includes pictures, allowing them to see that their technique is right. You start out with simpler animals, then move on to the harder ones, and before you know it, you'll be making all 20, repeatedly. Kit comes with booklet, 20 balloons, and air pump. 008818 14.25

Braids & Bows (ages 8+) I'll bet you didn't know there were so many fun ways to wear your hair! This unique Klutz instruction book/kit includes tons of project ideas for both hairstyles and making your own scrunchies, barrettes, and other hair accessories. Full-color photography, and clear instructions with lots of diagrams make it even easier for young hairstylists to experiment. Book comes packaged with a treasure box of ribbons and barrette makings just waiting for your personal touch! 007835 15.25

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Band in a Box (ages 3-8)

Marching Drum (ages 3-8)

I think there must be a universal desire in all children to create music with rhythm instruments. Band in a Box is guaranteed to bring hours of entertainment to your aspiring musicians. A great value, this set includes a small tambourine, rhythm sticks, triangle and striker, "clacker," mini cymbals, and a pair of brightly striped maracas. All this comes neatly packaged in a hand crafted wooden carrying tray. Pieces are constructed of metal and solid wood to withstand years of "music." 012535 17.50

When we were little and had our musical parades around our house, the drum was always a favorite. Everybody wanted it! This colorful plastic drum has a real drum head and a strap to hang behind your neck. It is 5"h x 9"w and is ideal for younger kids. Drumsticks are included to make this the perfect set for your little Drummer Boy or Girl! 018243 12.75

Wave Drum (ages 3-8) It's an ocean in your hand! Twist and turn this plastic drum to create "sound-waves" with the little colorful balls encased in the drum. A plastic mallet is also included to make unique rhythm sounds. It is 1 ½"h x 9"w and is an ideal introduction to music making and rhythm. 018252 11.95

Beginner Band In a Box 1 (ages 3-8) This 3-piece wooden set includes a xylophone, kazoo and castanets. With all its bright colors, the little ones will have so much fun making their own creative music! Comes complete with a wooden storage tray to contain all this fun! 025233 8.75

Easy Christmas Duets: A 9-Note Recorder Book (ages 5+) Handbells - 8 Note Set (ages 5+) These top quality bells are durable with great intonation. The bells are 5" tall with long handles that enable players to grasp the bells securely. Each of the metal bells has note names and numbers clearly marked on the top of its handle. The bells are all different colors and feature springs inside that are very durable and also make it easy to control playing. The 8 Note Set has bells for lower C to upper C, but does not include sharps and it comes with a song sheet. The bright colors and clear sounds of these bells are sure to delight musicians of all ages. 004257 39.50

Children's Folk Guitar (ages 6+) This guitar is a perfect starter instrument for kids who dream of being a famous guitarist. Kids will love this 30" guitar with a genuine wood body. This guitar is made for smaller hands and it comes with a songbook to get them strumming right away. 007784 37.95

This book contains forty-one Christmas duets and trios. It uses only nine basic notes so the songs are simple and fun to play. Musicians can play soprano recorders or any "C" instruments. A fingering chart is included in the book for all the notes needed. The forty-one songs that are given are mainly religious ones, but a few secular carols are included as well. Examples include: Away in a Manger, Jingle Bells, Deck the Halls, O Come, O Come, Emmanuel, What Child is This, and Ring out the Bells. 016857 5.95

Aulos Soprano Recorder (ages 5+) This recorder is dark brown with an ivory colored mouthpiece. It is one piece, has a built-in thumb rest to help place your right hand in the correct position, and it has a curved wind way, which gives is accurate intonation. Single holes for low C and D provide ease of playing in the lower register. A red carrying bag and fingering chart is included. 004259 8.95

Canto Recorder (ages 5+) This inexpensive recorder is a one-piece, Baroque fingering, soprano recorder. It is dark brown with an ivory colored mouthpiece or black with a white colored mouthpiece. It comes complete with a carrying bag, fingering chart and a cleaning wand. 004271 1.95

Flutophone (ages 3+) A simpler recorder-type instrument for the not-so-serious musician. This 11" long, plastic wind instrument is the ideal first step to taking a love of music to the next level. 018237 2.50

Soprano - 3-Piece Recorder (ages 5+) Guitar Bag Store your Children's Folk Guitar in style in this black, woven nylon bag. Great for the aspiring guitarist on the go! 018239 5.95

If you are looking for an easy-to-learn beginner instrument for your child, the recorder is a perfect start! This 12" long, ivory colored recorder is made out of lightweight plastic and songs and playing activities are included to get them started making music. This instrument is a perfect way to learn how your fingers and breathing work together. After they master this instrument, they can move onto a wooden recorder or another wind instrument with ease! 018249 5.50

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Beginner Band In a Box 2 (ages 3-8) This 3 piece wooden set includes a jingle stick, harmonica and recorder. They come in a nice wooden storage tray and are very well-crafted of wood and metal. The little ones can combine this set with the first set, invite some friends over, start their own band and have loads of fun! 025234 8.75

Beginners Harmonica Instruction Package (ages 5+) This package has everything to get your child started - a harmonica, cassette tape, and instruction book. Songs and playing activities are included in this package and the accompanying case will help keep this harmonica in top playing condition for years to come! 007783 7.75

Blues Band Starter Package (ages 5+) Get off on the right note with your harmonica with the help of this starter package. The 8-page songbook features songs like Amazing Grace or Swing Low Sweet Chariot. Learn how to do train imitations, too! Also included in the package is a 30minute instructional cassette, case, and your official Blues Band Harmonica. 018232 7.25

Learn to Play Harmonica (ages 3+) This is the same harmonica that you'll find in the Learn to Play Harmonica Package, just without the complete instructional booklet. This harmonica stands well on its own, as kids will love the music that is held within! 007785 2.50

Learn to Play Harmonica Package

Blues Band Harmonica (ages 5+) Wail out the blues with your very own Blues Band Harmonica. This harmonica has 10-holes, and is in the Key of C. It has a plastic body with metal plated covers. Overall, it has a smooth, responsive tone and volume when you play. This harmonica is the same one that you find in the Blues Band Starter Package without the accessories. 018231 4.50

(ages 3+) For the very young, this plastic harmonica is a perfect musical gift! This four-hole harmonica comes with a complete instructional guide and is sure to provide hours of fun creative and educational music for everyone. 004272 5.25

Music Maker Harp (ages 3+) Anyone can play great sounding music on these wooden harps. You just slide your sheet of music between the strings and wood. The notes show up directly under the corresponding strings, so even young children can easily play songs. The harp comes with twelve songs, a tuner, an extra wire, and a pick. Please note that you can also purchase additional accessories which are listed below. The "pick pack" includes a pick, a small tuner, and spare wire. The pick clip is a pick attached with a non-removable string to a small clip, allowing you to clip it directly onto your harp so you can easily keep track of it. 004003 26.95

Additional Sheet Music for the Music Maker Harp 12 songs in each set. EACH SET (unless otherwise noted) 010646 Beatles Songs 003948 Children's Favorites 1 003950 Children's Favorites 2 003947 Children's Favorites 3 003955 Christmas #1 003956 Christmas #2 003957 Classical 010648 Country & Western 010647 Cowboy Songs 010649 Disney #1 010650 Disney #2 010651 Disney #3

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Favorite Hymns International Music Introduction to Music Irish Jewish Music More Fun Songs Old Time Favorites 1 Old Time Favorites 2 Patriotic Romantic Ballads Russian Folksongs Toddler Tunes

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Music Maker Harp Accessories: 010645 016663 004009 010656 004013 004018 010658 010657

Canvas Case (black) Canvas Case (red) Small Tuner Heavy Duty Tuner Spare Pick Spare Wire Pick Pack Pick Clip

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Stained Glass Coloring Books (ages 3+) Turn your windows into a museum with these stained glass coloring books. These are unique in that, after colored front and back and removed from book, they are translucent when hung in windows. Your children can color the stained glass pictures with crayon, felt-tip pen, acrylics, watercolors, tempera, or oil paint. If you mix your coloring methods, you will get a more interesting effect! They make beautiful gifts for children to give to their friends and family for the holidays! Available in two sizes; large format sixteen-page 8.5”x11” and smaller-format eight-page 4"x5.75" size. EACH BOOK BELOW (unless otherwise noted) 1.25 007043 Baseball 0.90 006087 Boats 0.90 006088 Cinderella 0.90 EACH BOOK BELOW 014604 Horses 009620 Airplanes 013051 Knights in Armor 000494 Angels 024641 Little Cars 000493 Angel Ornaments 024642 Little Circus 012886 Animals 000498 Nutcracker 012887 Baby Animals 013599 Nutcracker Ornaments 000495 Ballet 007046 Pets 012888 Birds 006089 Ponies 013027 Bugs 014599 Seashore 012889 Butterflies 012890 Cats 019778 Sharks 000496 Christmas Ornaments 009646 Snowflakes 014598 Dinosaurs 019780 Sun, Planets, Stars 012891 Dogs 012895 Teddy Bears 007044 Dolphins 017677 Teddy Bear Family 014603 Exotic Birds 006090 Trains 000497 Fairies 013628 Tropical Butterflies 024608 Fairy Princesses 012896 Tropical Fish 012892 Farm Animals 001155 Tropical Flowers 012893 Flowers 024682 Wedding 001154 Forest Animals 012897 Wildflowers 013040 Frogs 007050 Wild Cats 017607 Garden Flowers 012898 Zoo Animals

Sticker Picture Activity Books (ages 3-12) Each sticker activity book is colorful, slightly whimsical, and builds into a very busy scene as you add your stickers! The inside cover of the book is your scene. To use, simply remove the inside staples and separate the sticker pages from its cover. Then use the inside cover to bring this book to life time and time again with the reusable stickers. The larger-format scene is a big 18.5"x 12.25". The smaller format scenes are 8"x 5.75". Many scenes to choose from! Enjoy! EACH LARGE STICKER SET BELOW 000456 Advent Calendar

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EACH SMALL STICKER SET BELOW 1.25 013063 Advent Calendar 013585 Merry Christmas 013458 Animal Hospital 017640 Monkey House 002781 Ballet 024649 Mother Goose 006076 Birds 007811 Mr. McGregor's 013490 Birthday Cake Garden 023812 Birthday Party 013590 My Bedroom 017578 Camping Fun 008587 My Play Kitchen 007865 Carousel 013069 Nativity 013483 Christmas Village 008172 Noah's Ark 013556 Construction Site 000489 Nutcracker 002787 Decorate a 002786 Pet Shop Snowman 024657 Picnic Fun 000481 Dinosaurs 013073 Pirate Ship 000482 Fairyland 017648 Playground Fun 007867 Firehouse 006083 Police Station 006081 Flower Garden 017649 Pretty Faces 002783 Ice Skating 024661 Pretty Jewelry 000487 Jungle 024662 Princess the Pony 017622 Jurassic Dinosaurs 013615 Sea Horses 013550 Library 002788 Train Station 013067 Log Cabin 000491 Western Ranch

EACH LARGE FORMAT (unless otherwise noted) 4.75 000467 Angels 024619 Horses 019771 Aquarium Fish 024624 I Love America 001160 Audubon Birds 023739 Beautiful Butterflies 028404 Magical Horses 024652 Nativity 012881 Butterflies 012884 Sea Life 024595 Castles 012885 Tiffany Designs 005887 Celtic 000466 Fairies and Flowers 000469 Tropical Flowers 006037 Twelve Days of Christmas 024609 Fairyland 013630 Victorian Designs 012883 Floral Designs 014601 Wild Animals 017606 Garden Fairies 006033 Geometric Designs 007042 Wildflowers 014608 Woodland Animals 013515 Guardian Angels 000468 Christmas Ornaments 3.95

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Sticker Paper Dolls (ages 3+) All the fun of stickers and paper dolls rolled into one! Each of the large format (9"x12") paper doll books feature four young ladies to dress in period clothing. The smaller (4"x5.75") books feature one character each, with four pages of dresses, pants, shirts, hats, shoes and other accessories for hours and hours of sticker fun. Best of all, the stickers can be used over and over again (as long as you are careful to put them

Dover Stickers (ages 3+) Dover stickers are high-quality, colorful and come in a wide variety of styles. Stickers labeled as "realistic" stickers are typically very accurately drawn and beautiful. The "cute" stickers are generally more whimsical, wihle "glitter" stickers have real glitter to accent the pictures. "Shiny" stickers are neon-colored on a metallic silver background. The "old-time" stickers have an antique look and use softer tones. Stickers come in small, 4 ¼"x 5 ¾" books that each contain anywhere from 15-20 stickers in each. These make great little gifts or prizes, and are really nice to dress up stationary, envelopes, and anything else! EACH STICKER BOOK BELOW (unless otherwise noted) 1.25 017588 Classic Racing Cars 0.90 017655 Realistic Monkeys 0.90 008658 Toy Soldiers 0.90 008588 Airplanes 002791 Aquarium Fish 005952 Insects 017569 Realistic Baby Animals 017630 Little Trains 024603 Cute Baby Animals 017632 Little Trucks 023549 Bears 024643 Littlest Angels 005170 Butterflies 013578 Lizards 005236 Cats 005180 Old-Time Cats 013486 Common Birds 005201 Old-Time Dogs and Puppies 008650 Construction Trucks 005227 Old-Time Flowers and 008653 Cowboys Butterflies 005169 Dalmatians 005206 Old-Time Horses 005238 Dogs 008655 Police Cars 000503 Fairies 024659 Ponies 005239 Farm Animals 017652 Realistic Butterflies 005223 Favorite Flowers 017656 Realistic Sharks 017603 Favorite Trucks 002795 Reptiles 002794 Fire Engines 024672 Shiny Bugs 013078 Flowers 024673 Shiny Christmas 005158 Forest Animals 024674 Shiny Dinosaurs 005164 Frogs and Toads 024675 Shiny Fast Cars 026222 Glitter Butterflies 017676 Tanks and Armored Vehicles 024614 Glitter Fairies 005267 Toy Trucks 026223 Glitter Roses 002793 Train 024615 Glitter Unicorns 005229 Wild Cats 005241 Horses 005168 Wildflowers

Mrs. Grossman Stickers, Jumbo Variety Pack (ages 3+) If your kids love stickers, they'll love what is in this fun variety pack! A wide assortment of over 500 brightly colored stickers in one 4"x7" bag! You can create scenes, decorate craft projects and personal items, and illustrate stories. Stick 'em up! 020182 9.50

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back in the pages of the book to store them). EACH BOOK BELOW 1.25 013023 Anne of Green Gables 013024 Betsy the Colonial Girl 013025 Billy the Union Soldier 013533 Joe the GI 013049 Johnny the Confederate Soldier 013537 King Arthur 005957 Knight in Armor 013541 Lauren the Victorian Girl 013597 Northeastern Indian Girl 017651 Priscilla the Pilgrim Girl 013074 Polly the Prairie Girl

Mrs. Grossman's Portables (ages 3+) These classic stickers come in their own portable carrying case! The case is 5"x 8", so it fits easily inside a backpack or desk and hold multitudes of sticker. This case includes more than three hundred stickers, an 8 page journal, a ruler, a pencil and other handy supplies for "stickering." EACH PORTABLE 7.25 001196 School Theme 001197 Nature Theme 001200 Travel Theme

Mrs. Grossman's Playpacks (ages 5+) These small, inexpensive sticker packs include a mini-sticker book with 20 release-coated pages and an assortment of Mrs. Grossman's high-quality stickers to start filling the pages up with. The sets are each centered on a theme, and include a playful collection of stickers. Each set is packaged in a small vinyl folder, and is just waiting for little hands to start filling up those pages with their prized stickers! EACH SET 4.95 018499 Bear House 018500 Bug Picnic 018501 Circus 018502 Dogs & Friends

Balsa Wood Gliders (ages 4+)

Mensa ___ for Kids

We loved these airplane gliders when we were kids; they are amazingly light, easy-to-construct and most importantly, they fly really well! Similar to styrofoam gliders, these consist of a few pieces to snap together and you’re ready to go! Jetfire gliders are simpler, consisting of a body, noseclip, wings, and a tail, while the Sky Streak is a bit more complex (and fun to fly) with a wind-up propeller that connects to a rubber band. Just wind it all the way up, toss it, and it zips across the yard (or living room) with the greatest of ease. Both planes have a 12” wingspan, are ready to fly in seconds, and the thin balsa wood can be decorated any way you like. 018653 Jetfire Glider 1.75 018654 Sky Streak 2.50

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Stamp Strips (ages 5+) For your little stampers, or anyone who enjoys stamps. These sets include three cute stamps, all of them the perfect size to provide a decorative border or a little splash of color for a finishing touch to a letter, picture, or paper. Each set also has its own stamp pad, so you're good to go! EACH STAMP STRIP 2.95 004730 Cats 004731 Dinos 004732 Dogs 004734 Frogs 004736 Vehicles

Boston Buzz Pencil Sharpener (ages 5+) Dull pencils getting you down? Imagine how easy life would be if there were a portable pencil sharpener to solve all your pencil sharpening needs! Well, fantasize no more because this light weight, battery powered wonder sharpens all standard size pencils. Just place four AA batteries (not included) into the handsized sharpener and you're good to go. The sharpener includes an easily removable receptacle to collect all those pencil shavings. Sharpener is safe, as it will not operate unless the receptacle is firmly in place. This sharpener is 3.5"x 2"x1" and comes in assorted neon colors. 014526 3.75

Wild Bird Feeder (all ages) This bird feeder is perfect for the avid bird watcher who likes to feed those hungry winter birds a daily holiday feast! Best of all, this is likely the most inexpensive bird feeder you'll find. The feeder part is a plastic tray that screws onto a 2-liter plastic bottle. Fill the bottle with bird seed, turn it upside down, and hang in a tree (hanger included), or mount it. 004513 2.25

Now more than one person can enjoy the same set of puzzles at the same time! Instead of the usual quiz book format, these puzzles are printed on full-color, double-sided cards. Mensa puzzles exercise kids minds in a variety of ways. There are 6 sets to choose from that each focus on a different challenging aspect, and each set contains 75 puzzles, boxed for easy access and storage. Great for home and travel. EACH SET 7.50 013172 Brain Bafflers - Riddles; mazes; number, word, and logic puzzles 013738 Mind Mazes - Series of puzzles are linked to one another 013746 Number Puzzles - Grid puzzles, magic squares, dot games 013962 Secret Codes - Grid codes, Morse code, Braille and more 014141 Super Word Puzzles - Crosswords, anagrams, riddles

Battery-Operated Crayon Sharpener (ages 5+) There’s just something irresistible about a new pack of crayons with shiny, pointy tips that just invites coloring use. Normally, once you start coloring, the nice sharp tip is gone forever, but with this battery-operated, handheld sharpener, all your has-been crayons with flat tops can be brought back to life. Sharpener requires 4 ‘AA’ batteries (not included) to operate. Just snap them in, stick in a crayon, and in seconds it will have a “just-out-of-the-box” look again! Definitely a product I wish had been around during my early years! Colors may vary. 029191 4.25

Page Ups Theses little gumdrop-shaped paperweight gadgets have a curved slit on top that holds a sheet of paper upright as you type, cook, etc. Portable, small, and lightweight. The 2.5" base that is filled with either sand or liquid to give it extra sturdiness. iColor PageUps come in six brilliant jewel tones, while Aqua PageUps are filled with liquid and have aquatic animals floating inside against a tropical undersea backdrop. EACH COLOR PAGE UP 5.00 EACH AQUA PAGE UP 6.25 012730 Blueberry 027793 Aqua Clownfish 012731 Grape 027794 Aqua Goldfish 012732 Graphite 027795 Aqua Killer Whale 012733 Lime 027796 Aqua Shark 012734 Strawberry 027797 Aqua Swell Fish 012735 Tangerine 027798 Aqua Tropical Fish

Baby Page Ups This mini version of the Page Ups is perfect for holding photos, small notes, and cards. Included sticky pads can be used to anchor them to a surface to hold slightly heavier papers. Assorted colors. 009427 Single 1.75 030352 Babies Tin (tin of 12) 18.50

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Give the Gift of Learning this Holiday Season... Take Off! (ages 7+)

Rosetta Stone Foreign Language Courses (ages 6+)

When you play a game with a world map for a game board, you know you're going to have to soak up some geography. But will it be fun? Hmm… maybe if you're commanding a fleet of airplanes and you need to race all the other players from city to city to complete around-theworld flights! This versatile, multi-level game offers variations for players of all ages and with any degree of geographical knowledge. The goal is to hop your planes from city to city while first learning basic geography and progressing to flags, area, population, flag, capital city, etc. while attempting to land at certain cities. Map "game board" measures 24" x 36", and since 2-6 players can compete, the whole family can join in! 009393 24.95

Designed to imitate the way people learn their native language, The Rosetta Stone utilizes a well-designed blend of interactive multimedia technology combined with a total immersion approach to help foreign language learners to really understand the spoken language - not spend minutes trying to translate it in their heads. First students listen to words and phrases in the foreign language, then use the selected photos to understand the meaning of the word. After listening comprehension come excellent speaking, reading and writing exercises, all of which are done on the computer. Lessons progress in a logical manner, exercises are made simpler with several features that make typing in the new language easier, and by removing the "translation" process, students will soon be excited at how soon they will be "thinking" in their new language! No wonder it is the favorite program of many colleges, universities, the Peace Corps, and even NASA. Level I courses contain 92 lessons (about 400 hours of learning), and Level II contains 118 lessons. Combo sets are available for some languages which offer both for a reduced price. Each level includes User's Guide, Curriculum text, application CD-ROM, Student Management System CD-ROM, Student Management System Manual, Handbook for Teachers, and Workbook (not available in all languages). Spanish I also includes tests and quizzes, as well as a Study Guide; French and German contain a Study Guide, no tests or quizzes. Sound good, but you want to be sure? Try out a free demo CD that contains lessons from several languages. Windows Requirements: Windows requirements: Windows 95/98/Me, NT 4.0/2000, or XP; Pentium 166 MHz processor; 64 MB RAM (96 MB for 2000 or XP), 35 MB free hard drive space; 4X CD-ROM drive; 16-bit Windows compatible sound card; microphone for speech recognition. Macintosh requirements: Mac OS 8.1 or later (requires Classic mode for OS X); PowerPC 604 150 MHz processor; 64 MB free RAM (96 MB for OS X); 35 MB free hard drive space; 4X CD-ROM drive; PlainTalk compatible microphone for speech recognition. Additional languages and supplementary materials also available - call for details! We sell only homeschool editions. EACH LEVEL I 199.00 002628 Italian I EACH LEVEL II 229.00 003615 Italian II EACH COMBO SET 339.00 009253 Italian I & II Combo Set 004260 DEMO Package . . . FREE 003141 Japanese I 002995 Chinese I 004136 Japanese II 004120 Chinese II 009261 Japanese I & II Combo Set 008685 Chinese I & II Combo Set 002502 Latin I 002496 French I 002626 Russian I 003610 French II 003614 Russian II 008703 French I & II Combo Set 009815 Russian I & II Combo Set 002519 German I 002494 Spanish I (Latin American) 003613 German II 003609 Spanish II (Latin American) 008737 German I & II Combo Set 010214 Spanish I & II Combo Set 003565 Hebrew I 003157 Vietnamese I

Where in the World? (ages 8+) Recently re-released by Aristoplay, this classic geography game offers a variety of game options that are both fun - and really helps geographical knowledge sink in too! Players can start off slow by playing Crazy Countries (played like Crazy Eights), to familiarize themselves with different countries. In Statesman, Diplomat, and Ambassador games, players graduate from knowing the countries to learning their locations, population, capitals, monetary units, literacy rate, languages, religions, and even major exports and imports. A fun and enjoyable way to learn about all those obscure countries you're not even 100% sure exist! 024173

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Rainbow Resource Center, Inc. Order Information ORDER PROCESS Here at Rainbow Resource Center, it is our goal to make the ordering process as easy as possible. All the information you need to make your order is listed within these four pages. If you have any questions, please call us at 888-841-3456. With the holidays quickly approaching, please order as early as possible to ensure that you receive your items in time for your holiday gift giving.

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accepted as payment.

TO ORDER BY MAIL: Use the Mail-In Order Form and include full payment with your order. Carefully calculate your total amount due to include: all product prices, shipping, cash discount (if applicable), and sales tax (IL only).

TO ORDER BY PHONE: Call our toll-free phone number (888-841-3456) for your convenience. You may use this number to place orders between 8:30 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. Central Time Monday through Friday. For fastest delivery or for special requests, ordering by phone is your best option. TO ORDER BY FAX, E-MAIL or VOICE MAIL: You may fax or e-mail your orders 24 hours a day. You may also leave orders on our voice mail system outside of our regular business hours. You must give item numbers and titles when using these devices so that we are certain which items you are ordering. Please do not leave a message to call you back on these systems; due to time constraints, calls may not be returned.

TO ORDER ON OUR WEB SITE: You may visit us online at www.rainbowresource.com. Besides the products highlighted in the Holiday Catalog, you can view our entire product line of 30,000 items. Other fun items not included here are spotlighted for your convenience.

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CREDIT CARDS: VISA, MasterCard, and Discover are CASH DISCOUNT: Payment in cash allows us to avoid credit card expenses. We pass these savings on to our customers who pay by check or money order by giving a 2% cash discount. This includes check acceptance by phone. Please note that this discount is a reduction in shipping/handling charges and does not apply to orders with no shipping charges or orders below $31.00 CHECK ACCEPTANCE BY PHONE: is also available. To use this form of payment, we need check number, bank name, bank city and state, 9-digit routing (bank) number, and account number. A check is printed from this information which goes through the normal clearing process in the banking system. This is not a direct withdrawal or transfer from your account.

PRIVACY STATEMENT: This is Rainbow Resource Center's promise to you: We will not sell, rent, or give your personal information to any other organization. All credit card and check information is deleted from our systems once payment has been received.

SHIPPING UPGRADE OPTIONS -

U.S. Shipping Rates for Paid Orders: (Only applies to 48 contiguous states) Minimum $3.75 $25 to $ 49.99 - 15% $50 to $ 99.99 - 12% $100 to $149.99 - 10% $150 and up - FREE* * Items may be charged shipping if returned.

Parcel Post to UPS/Fedex $1.00 U.S. Shipping Rates for Paid UPS/Fedex to 3-day 1.5 x standard rate Orders: AK, HI, APO, Territories UPS/Fedex to 2-day 3 x standard rate Minimum $3.75 UPS/Fedex to 1-day 6 x standard rate $25 to $49.99 - 15% Canada 2 x standard rate $50 to $99.99 - 12% $100 to $199.99 - 10% $200 to $299.99 - 8% All shipments above $35 are sent via UPS Ground or FedEx Home Delivery with$300 to $499.99 - 6% in the contiguous 48 states if we have your street address. Otherwise, shipments $500 and up - 4% will be mailed book rate through the U.S. Postal Service.

ORDERING AND SHIPPING REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE ORDER BY CHRISTMAS (for 48 contiguous states) Order Date

Up to 12/13 12/13 - 12/16 12/17 - 12/20 12/21 12/22

Expedite Needed

Shipping Method

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STD UPS/FEDEX STD UPS/FEDEX 3 day UPS 2 day UPS Overnight *If an item on your order is backordered

BACK ORDERS POLICY -

RETURN POLICY -

Unfortunately, items sometimes go out of stock in our warehouse due to various reasons. These are temporary backorders and will usually arrive in our warehouse within one week or so. Therefore, since we receive stock in from publishers every business day, we hold orders with backorders for up to a maximum of our listed shipping status time. If after that time, the backorder item(s) have still not arrived, we ship the portion of the order that is ready. The backorder item(s) will then be shipped to you after they arrive to our warehouse. These temporary backorders are not listed on our website. We currently do not have the capability of knowing if any item is on temporary backorder when you make your order until the day after your order is processed in our internal system and matched with inventory. You can call us at 888-841-3456 to check to see if any of your items are on the status of backorders the day after your order is placed. We do list publisher backorders on our website. These are backorders where there is some delay by the publisher for various reasons. Orders with publisher backorders are handled the same way as temporary backorders. We charge for the entire order up front and then ship backorders with no additional shipping charge. If you choose to cancel a backorder after your initial order has shipped you can do so and you can also choose how you want the money for the backorder(s) refunded to you. An item may sometimes be on a publisher backorder for quite a long time as publishers change their expected due dates for getting items to us. You can call or email us at any time to cancel such backorders and receive a refund. If a publisher decides to stop producing that item that we have listed as a backorder, then we will automatically cancel that item for you and send you a refund check. Backorders will not be cancelled until they are either cancelled by you or we are notified by the publisher that the item is no longer available.

You may return any item within 30 days from shipping date for a full refund of the price of the item (shipping not refunded) if we receive the item back in new condition and it is resalable. After 30 days, we accept returns if we receive the item back in new condition and the item is resalable, but we charge a 10% restocking fee. PLEASE NOTE: Orders that qualified for free shipping will be assessed a shipping charge if the item(s) returned from those orders cause the original order total to drop below $150. PLEASE NOTE: THAT WE CANNOT GIVE REFUNDS ON ITEMS THAT ARE RECEIVED DAMAGED, AS THEY ARE NOT RESALABLE. NO RETURNS AFTER SIX MONTHS. To avoid damage, avoid using newspaper as your packing material, as this often leaves ink smears on the books. Also, do not use any of the books as a flat surface to write return notes or other information on, as this leaves a permanent etching on the front cover of books. Items, such as cassettes, CD's, videos, and computer software must be returned in the original shrink wrap to receive a refund. We do not accept items for return that we no longer offer for sale. Wrap and box item securely to avoid damage in transit, put a copy of the packing slip or receipt in the box, and mark the outside of the package "RETURN" in large letters. We suggest that you ship your return by UPS or Fed Ex (as it is insured automatically for up to $100). If you ship through the Post Office, please insure the package. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks to process your returns and for us to send your refund. If you wish to order additional materials after sending in a return, we advise that you order separately so that the return processing does not delay your new order..

CATALOG NOTES Product Name

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Rainbow Resource Center, Inc.

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BILL TO:

Mail Orders To:

Phone: Fax: E-mail: Website:

Rt. 1 Box 159A 50 N. 500 East Rd. Toulon, IL 61483

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Name and Address entered below should be that of the person placing the order.

SHIP TO:

888-841-3456 800-705-8809 [email protected] www.rainbowresource.com

If different from BILL TO address, please specify where

your order is to be shipped. We do not allow for multiple SHIP TO locations.

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR ORDER! 5

PAYMENT BY: BY

(select one) Please do not send cash. Please do not staple check to order form

Check or Money Order Enclosed

Visa

Master Card

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Discover

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A. MERCHANDISE TOTAL (Add all items)

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B. CASH DISCOUNT (2% of A) ____________ (Check or money order for totals over $31.00) C. SALES TAX (IL residents only - 6.25% of A)

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D. SHIPPING (% of A shown on rate chart)

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COMMENTS:

Please let us know what you think about our products and services. This will help us improve our service to you in the future.

Thanks!

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Make sure they love it with a

Gift Certificate

Available in any amount. Simply enter “gift certificate” on the order form and the amount you wish for the certificate to be made out for. We will then send a Rainbow Resource Center Holiday and Gift Catalog directly to the recipient along with their Gift Certificate from you! You can also have the Gift Certificate and catalog sent to you so that you can present it yourself. You can also make Gift Certificate requests over the phone or fax. Gift Certificate - SPECIFY AMOUNT ON ORDER FORM