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Think-a-lot Toys “Think-ets” Listed as Imagination Best Practice
Think-ets, the award-winning game of imaginative play from Think-a-lot Toys, has just been included as one of three winning practices for developing the imagination, in the book Imagination First: Unlocking the Power of Possibility, now out in paperback. - May 01, 2011 - Think-a-lot Toys
NewProductHelp.com to be at Forefront of Marketing Efforts for Education Baby Singing Doll Invention
Rocinda B., Texas-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Education Baby Singing Doll concept to industry over the next 2 years. An innovative new toy that aims to catch the eye of parents and children alike, the Education Baby... - April 28, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
Author Hazlewood Believes Book "Chester Goes to Africa" Has Lessons for Earthday
Chester the eco-friendly mouse in pursuing his resolve aims to entertain and sensitize kids to an appreciation of the environment. - April 21, 2011 - Leyland Hazlewood
The Total Gamester – Break and Run Billiards is Pleased to Announce Its Continued Expansion Into the Recreational Products Market
Owners, Patricia Dillingham and Leonard Van Hirtum announced today the establishment of new business partner relationships with Escalade Sports, Evansville, IN, which manufactures Goalrilla Basketball Systems, Goaliath Basketball Systems, Silverback Basket Ball Systems, Stiga Table Tennis, Ping... - April 21, 2011 - Break and Run Billiards – The Total Gamester
NewProductHelp.com Enthused About Opportunity to Represent Build-Words Challenge Game Invention to Industry
Lawrence P., Michigan resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Build-words Challenge Game to industry over the next 2 years. An innovative new game that aims to straddle the line between fun and learning, the Build-words... - April 17, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
Action Figure Xpresss Announces CoolRain Kobe Bryant Urban Vinyl Figure a Slam Dunk at Wondercon
MINDstyle has collaborated with Korean toy designer CoolRain on the NBA mini figure series to launch at WonderCon San Francisco 2011, Action Figure Xpress Booth 729. - March 25, 2011 - Action Figure Xpress
McNeill Designs Increases Its’ Store Roster, Surpassing the 1,000 Mark
Toy and game development firm McNeill Designs for Brighter Minds recently announced that it has surpassed the 1,000 store mark, by adding a slew of new, independent toy and game retailers to its’ store roster. - March 03, 2011 - McNeill Designs for Brighter Minds
Game Development Firm McNeill Designs for Brighter Minds Adds Michael Chaney as Sales Manager
Toy and game development firm McNeill Designs for Brighter Minds recently announced the addition of Michael Chaney to the team. Chaney will head up the Sales Department as Sales Manager. - February 20, 2011 - McNeill Designs for Brighter Minds
ComputerUser.com Partners with Top Crossword Writer to Develop a New Concept in Content Delivery for Websites
Myles Mellor, one of the world’s top crossword writers, has developed a novel concept for generating traffic to websites and adding to time on site. In partnership with ComputerUser.com Myles Mellor is now testing the concept with a crossword filled with terminology relating to computer... - February 16, 2011 - ComputerUser.com
Muttles Set to Take “Best In Show” in NYC
Muttles, an all new collectible puppy brand is set to earn high marks at Javits Center during the American International Toy Fair. - February 16, 2011 - Muttles, LLC
Starting Time Opens New Assembly Plant in South Carolina for Its Popular My Mini Golf Line
The Fun and Exciting Golf Putting Kit is Now More Convenient for the Eastern Half of the U.S. and Canada at a Lower Shipping Cost - February 02, 2011 - Starting Time
NewProductHelp.com to Spearhead Marketing Efforts for Bottom Line Invention
Michael L., Indiana resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Bottom Line game invention to potential licensees over the next 2 years. A realistic and innovative new game designed to educate its players while also... - January 22, 2011 - New Product Help, Inc.
Break and Run Billiards Adds Great New Products
Company owner, Patricia Dillingham and Leonard Van Hirtum are very pleased to announce that Break and Run Billiards has and will continue to expand their product offerings to include a substantial mix of indoor and outdoor games, recreational and sports/hobby products. Break and Run Billiards want... - January 12, 2011 - Break and Run Billiards – The Total Gamester
Bring Out the Creativity and Imagination in Your Child
When giving kids a box helps them think “out of the box.” - January 01, 2011 - CraftyKidsUSA
Barrett LaRoda Negotiates Deal with Funko
Licensing media mogul Barrett LaRoda negotiates deal to release the first set of boobleheads. This the first deal of its kind that will continue to allow music artists to expand their brand. - December 23, 2010 - Rick Appling
White Digital Media Spreading Holiday Cheer by Donating to ‘Toys for Tots’ Foundation
White Digital Media, the leading digital business media source for C-level executives worldwide, is donating multiple toys, games and educational books to the Marine ‘Toys for Tots’ Foundation to help spread holiday cheer to the children of San Diego County. Toys for Tots began in... - December 15, 2010 - WDM Group
NewProductHelp.com to Represent Rebounder Pro Concept to Potential Licensees
Joseph S., a New York resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Rebounder Pro invention to industry over the next 2 years. A fun and entertaining twist on an old game, the Rebounder Pro boasts unique features that provide its... - December 15, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
The Zappy 3 Pro Jr. Three Wheel Electric Scooter
The Zappy 3 Pro Jr. three wheeled electric scooter from Zap Scooters is now available through online retailer UrbanScooters.com. - December 09, 2010 - UrbanScooters.com, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com to be at Forefront of Promotional Campaign for Light Up Ladder Ball Game Invention
Krystal T., an Ohio resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Light Up Ladder Ball Game concept to manufacturers and marketers. An eye-catching and innovative variation on a classic game, the Light Up Ladder Ball Game boasts... - December 09, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
Ambassador for Good Behavior Takes to the Skies, Let’s Go Chipper!™ “Get Ready to Fly” Kit Prepares Kids for Holiday Travel
The Let's Go Chipper "Get Ready to Fly Kit" prepares kids for holiday travel and helps children earn their wings while reducing the stress of flying. Holiday gift set includes story and activity book, travel check list for kids, crayons, plush pillow backpack, reusable tote, plus bonus award-winning DVD with purchase. - December 08, 2010 - Let's Go Chipper
X-Treme X-300 Electric Scooter
X-Treme Scooters' X-300 electric scooter is now available for sale at online retailer UrbanScooters.com. - December 04, 2010 - UrbanScooters.com, Inc.
Scrabble Slam Replaces Uno as #1 Best Card Game Seller According to NPD
For as many years as anyone can remember, Mattel Inc. has laid claim to Uno as the number one best selling card game ever. Hasbro Inc. says, "Move Over Uno". According to NPD, “Hasbro Inc.’s Scrabble Slam has now surpassed Uno in sales for this year in the US market.”... - December 02, 2010 - RoyaltyPros Licensing
The Elf Toy of the Month by Whimsmoore Helps Connect Grandparents and Grandchildren
"Imagine Receiving the Elf Toy of the Month" video shows the joy two young grandchildren experience in receiving the Elf Toy of the Month Gift Package from Grandma and the elves. Viewers can see the connection between grandparents and grandchildren in this unique kids' gift offer. - November 29, 2010 - Whimsmoore LLC
Think-a-Lot Toys Introduces Top 10 Tips for Buying Good Toys and Games
Buying good toys and games for kids can be difficult given all the options out there. Think-a-lot Toys offers 10 tips for buying good toys and getting the best value and educational experience out of the hundreds of toys and games available. - November 19, 2010 - Think-a-lot Toys
Experience the Dawn of the Ages with New High Fantasy Book from Author Robert Stanek and Publisher Reagent Press
A millennia before the events of the bestselling author Robert Stanek's epic Ruin Mist, Kingdoms and Dragons books, the Ageless own heaven and earth, controlling the Hundred Worlds with an iron fist. Jurin, the war machine of the Ageless, conquered the Alvish homeworld and the enslaved Alvs are forced into labor camps on a distant world where darkness rules the night. - November 18, 2010 - RP Books & Audio - Reagent Press
Think-a-lot Toys' StoryPlay Cards Included in Hyatt Resort's Toy Box
Think-a-lot Toys is proud to be a part of the Hyatt Resort's Toy Box, powered by TOY TIPS program, where guests of all ages can enjoy Toy Tips tested toys from an extensive lending library. Think-a-lot Toys' StoryPlay Cards is one of the games included in this exclusive program. Each toy in the... - November 18, 2010 - Think-a-lot Toys
Innovative d100 Roleplaying Game from Author Robert Stanek a Hit with Math and Statistics Fans
Robert Stanek's innovative d100 system and active gaming rules have been a big hit with math and statistics fans who enjoyed the pure simplicity and power of the mathematics behind the rules. “Battle for Ruin Mist Core Roleplaying Game Rules” allows readers to explore and roleplay in the fantasy world of the popular Ruin Mist books. - November 09, 2010 - RP Books & Audio - Reagent Press
Consider the Pedego Electric Bike for a Great Christmas Gift
Electric bikes reopen the fun of bicycling to many. - November 04, 2010 - Pedego Electric Bikes
Icon Heroes Release Jackalman Statue from the Classic Thundercats Line
United States release of Icon Heroes' Jackalman Thundercats resin statue. - November 01, 2010 - Icon Heroes, LLC
GeoPalz Activity Tracker Named in "Ten Best Active Toys of 2010" by Dr. Toy
GeoPalz, a decorative pedometer for kids, has been honored by Dr. Toy as one of the “Ten Best Active Toys of 2010.” - October 28, 2010 - GeoPalz
Action Figure Xpress to Release Exclusive Tonner Doll, DC Comics Zatanna Doll
Noted collectibles retailer to offer exclusive Limited Edition Tonner Doll DC Comics Zatanna direct-to-consumers at 2010 New York Comic Con. - September 23, 2010 - Action Figure Xpress
Highest Number of Births in Aussie History Gives Baby Gift Store, Babybuds a Growth Spurt
Population growth in Australia has come out of a long slump, with the highest number of births in history recorded for 2009. The population is expected to keep growing at similar annual levels over the next decade, and online baby gift retailer babybuds is experiencing the start of a prolonged... - September 13, 2010 - Babybuds
New MultiLingual Website for the International Edition of ONEXENO
Penrose Press announces a significant upgrade to the ONEXENO website in accordance with the publication of the new international edition of the ONEXENO card game. The new site includes descriptions and official rules in ten languages - Chinese (simplified), Chinese (traditional), English, Dutch,... - August 10, 2010 - Penrose Press
Icon Heroes Debuts First Release of the Regular Classic Thundercats Line
United States release of Icon Heroes' regular classic Thundercats line of resin mini statues. - August 09, 2010 - Icon Heroes, LLC
Crootz Hooah! Buttons at Fund-Raising Cookout
Hooah! buttons are a military tradition that inspire, motivate, and add some fun - August 06, 2010 - Crootz, Inc.
Magical Rainbow Wins Creative Child Magazine’s Game of the Year Award
Magical Rainbow has been presented with the 2010 Game of the Year Award in the Board Game category by Creative Child Magazine*1. - August 03, 2010 - Crossen Creations
Play N Trade to Host International Madden NFL 11 Tournament, Offers $7000 in Prizes
Play N Trade stores will be hosting the local rounds of the International Madden NFL Tournament beginning August 21st. - July 20, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Think-a-lot Toys Introduces StoryPlay Cards for the Right Side of the Brain
Playing Cards Provides Artistic Way to Tell Stories and Play Card Games. - July 17, 2010 - Think-a-lot Toys
Combi® USA Launches New Swing with Remote Control
The travel-sized Yurikago Swing with remote control offers parents convenience. - July 14, 2010 - Combi USA
The Great Springfield Buying / Selling Event
Big Time Comics from the St louis metro area in conjunction with Missouri Comics.com from Springfield Missouri will be hosting this event in Springfield Illinois.Top buyers will be present to appraise and buy old comic books, coins, records, magazines, mego and other collectible toys and action figures Sellers will have for sale ancient roman and greek coins, U.S. coins and thousands of old comic books. This is the first of many events to come in the future. - July 09, 2010 - BIG TIME COMICS
Icon Heroes, LLC and Action Figure Xpress Debut Thundercats Exclusive Statue at San Diego Comic Con 2010
Long awaited premier of the fan favorite Lion-O available only at the 2010 San Diego Comic Con Action Figure Xpress booth. - July 04, 2010 - Icon Heroes, LLC
Make Social Games with PlayGen
PlayGen, the leading social games development studio in London are pushing the boundaries of social games beyond the ordinary. PlayGen are creating the next generation platform for making social games. Social games companies like PlayGen are set to capture the $100B web market through innovation, talent and the consumers' desire to be better engaged. - June 24, 2010 - PlayGen
PS3 Set to Dramatically Increase Console Sales with the Release of Playstation Move, Predicts Leading Australian Games Retailer, Game Cow
The impending release of the Playstation Move in Australia looks set to be met with a marked increase in sales for Sony and will finally create a worthy rival to Nintendo Wii, according to games retailer, Game Cow. - June 23, 2010 - Game Cow
Play N Trade to Host a Discovery Day for Potential Franchisees at New San Diego Store
Members of Play N Trade's Corporate Support Center will host a Discovery Day at the Hyatt Regency in Mission Bay on Saturday, June 19th to educate potential franchisees on the opportunities and benefits of owning a retail video game store. - June 15, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Play N Trade Anticipates Big News for the Gaming Industry at the 2010 E3 Expo
Play N Trade Franchise Inc, is excited to attend attend this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo held at the Los Angeles Convention Center from June 15-17. - June 12, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Think-a-lot Toys Introduces Two New Travel Games for Fairy and Sports Lovers
Think-a-lot Toys has just released two new Think-ets travel games, one with a fairy theme and one with a sports theme. Both are ideal for summertime travel and are a great way to get kids using their brains while having fun over the summer. - June 02, 2010 - Think-a-lot Toys
Online Baby Gift Retailer, Babybuds, Speaks Up About the Australian Baby Gift Industry's Strength Despite the Global Financial Crisis
For several months now, the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) has influenced how many industries conduct their business. Manufacturers, as well as retailers, observe their consumers, and carefully study how families spend their income. Sydney-based baby gifts, clothing, toys and accessory retailer,... - June 01, 2010 - Babybuds
Online eBooks & CD-Roms is Offering the Greatest Computer Games CD-Rom
This amazing CD-Rom contains over 500 one click & play games for only a fraction of the cost. You'll be bombarded with 100's & 100's of games in over a dozen of categories to choose from. No installing necessary. - May 15, 2010 - Online eBooks & CD-Rom Store
The Go-Ped Grow-Ped Mini Kick Scooter for Kids
UrbanScooters.com would like to announce for sale the Go-Ped Grow-Ped Mini Kick Scooter. - May 09, 2010 - UrbanScooters.com, Inc.
The Go-Ped Know-Ped Kick Scooter
UrbanScooters.com would like to announce the addition of the Go-Ped Know-Ped Kick Scooter to its already impressive line up of world famous Go-Ped scooters. - May 05, 2010 - UrbanScooters.com, Inc.