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October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
Val, a labrador retriever and Hurricane Katrina survivor who was found barely alive, was lucky enough to have found his way into a loving home in suburban Chicago. Along with his sister, Brandy, who is also a shelter dog, they recently launched their “Real Dogs with Real Tales” stories in a series of books: Brandy and Val, Brandy and Val’s Favorite Things, and Brandy and Val’s Special Story. Brandy and Val can become members of the family with accompanying tie-in plush toys (sold separately). - September 26, 2009 - Brandy and Val, LLC
Esco Import Toys Announces Key Website Changes
Toy wholesaler's new web design and shopping cart system make customers' online experience even easier and more secure. - September 25, 2009 - Esco Imports
Lingerie Diva Lists the Top 10 Most Popular Adult Costumes for Women in 2009
Internet retailer Lingerie Diva has released its list of the Top 10 Most Popular Adult Costumes for Women in 2009 based on new designs and early orders. The top trends of 2009 are heavily influenced by simplicity and themes from pop culture. The complete list is as follows: Geisha Sexy... - September 24, 2009 - Virtual Inventories, Inc.
AcctPad Gets Lighter on the Wallet
AcctPadLite a free version of AcctPad was approved by Apple for download in the iPhone App Store. AcctPad for the iPhone and iPod Touch provides a mobile user interface to manage expenses by keeping track of account and cash transactions. AcctPad provides the ability to categorize expenses,... - September 19, 2009 - AcctPad
Exclusive Kotobukiya Star Wars Clone Wars Commander Fox ArtFX figure Debuts at ActionFigureXpress.com
Kotobukiya sends in the clones. Just in time for the highly anticipated second season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Action Figure Xpress releases the exclusive Clone Wars Commander Fox ArtFX Statue. Commander Fox CC-1010 is well known to carry two blaster pistols in holsters on the sides of his... - September 18, 2009 - Action Figure Xpress
The First of Its Kind: Tween and Teen Concert Series Launches in Clovis, California - a Message of Empowerment, Inspiration and Leadership
Announces the first of its kind: “Jeans Bring Dreams” Tween/Teen Concert Series scheduled for October 10, 2009, to be held at the Sierra Vista Mall Community Park in Clovis, California from 3:00pm to 9:00pm. www.jeansbringdreams.com - September 16, 2009 - dekoposh, Inc.
Game Core Gaming Convention Philadelphia PA
Multi Genre gaming event with tournaments for all generations of gaming and all styles. Tons of events related to gaming and geek/ nerd culture. Atari, Nintendo, Sega, Xbox, Playstation, Magic The Gathering, Yu Gi Oh etc. - September 09, 2009 - Game Core
Snowbabies by Department 56 Now at Beacons Glow Collectibles
Did you know that Snowbabies figurines by Department 56 have been produced for more than 22 years? - September 04, 2009 - Beacon's Glow Collectibles
Homeschooling Community Votes for Critical Thinking
Word Roots and Editor in Chief® Earn 2009 Practical Homeschooling Reader Awards - September 03, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Preschool Kids, Families and Experts Honor Critical Thinking Mathematics Curriculum
Mathematical Reasoning™ series wins third iParenting Media Award. - September 03, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Chinese, Spanish and French Too! Eco-Healthy, Multi-Lingual Pre-School Starts in Katy, Texas
Imagination Campus charges learn French, Spanish and Mandarin at an early age. - September 01, 2009 - Imagination Campus
Fink Cards Founder in Cartier Award Final
A Northampton mum of four has beaten off stiff competition to become the only UK finalist for the Cartier Women’s Initiative Award 2009. Lisa Warner, the creator of family conversation cards Fink Cards was chosen as one of the finalists from 820 applicants worldwide in the international... - August 28, 2009 - Fink Cards
The Jungle Store Products Featured on ABC Programs
Several products from online retailer The Jungle Store will be featured in two ABC Sunday night primetime television programs this fall. The Jungle Store donated a number of stuffed animals to be used in an animal-themed child’s room for an episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. The... - August 27, 2009 - The Jungle Store
It’s Good for Kids to Play with Their Food
Organic toy manufacturer, Under the Nile, is banking on the idea that if children are introduced to fruit and vegetables during playtime, they are more likely to eat them at dinner time. Their 100% organic stuffed toy collection, called 'Veggin Out’ is designed to help kids make a positive association with healthy foods. - August 27, 2009 - Angels Avenue
GiftstoIndia24x7.com Introduces Spiritual Gifts to Send as Gifts to India
The press release talks about the new collection of special spiritual gifts introduced by the online gifting company Giftstoindia24x7.com - August 27, 2009 - GiftstoIndia24x7.com
MyPacifier™ Canada Unique Advertising Tactic
Due to the economy, MyPacifier™ Canada has put a new spin on advertising by spending their advertising budget on customers rather than through online or print advertising. - August 22, 2009 - Personalized Pacifiers
Language Smarts™ Level C Honored with an iParenting Media Award
Second grade language arts program is selected as one of iParenting Media’s Outstanding Products of 2009. - August 21, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Barack Obama Photo Album Soon to be Presented in MobiStories e-Book Format; Children to Learn About President Obama Through Mobile Devices
Still Motion Media signs digital distribution deal with Enslow Publishers to create and produce a MobiStories e-book, “The Obama Family Photo Album; Celebrating President Barack Obama in Pictures.” The e-book includes photos and sound clips of Obama from childhood through his rise to the Presidency. - August 19, 2009 - Still Motion Media
International Speaker Sanyika Calloway Boyce to Narrate Barack Obama Photo Book
Sanyika Calloway Boyce, an international speaker, top selling author and regular guest on broadcast television narrated the MobiStories e-book, “The Obama Family Photo Album; Celebrating President Barack Obama in Pictures.” The e-book includes photos and sound clips of Obama from childhood through his rise to the Presidency. - August 15, 2009 - Still Motion Media
The Critical Thinking Co.™ Announces the Release of ThinkAnalogy™ Puzzles A1 Software
Enhanced and updated software provides children in Grades 3-5 with challenging, fun activities that develop razor-sharp analogy, word analysis, and vocabulary skills. - August 14, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
The Critical Thinking Co.™ Announces the Release of Mind Benders Beginning 1 and Beginning 2 Software
Bestselling logic books for toddlers now available as interactive learning adventure for PC & Mac. - August 14, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Christopher Kennedy Receives Emmy Nomination
Christopher Kennedy, Hollywood sound and music editor and Operations Director for MobiStories, Digital Books for Kids, received an Emmy Nomination for his work on “The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler.” - August 12, 2009 - Still Motion Media
Fatal1ty Announces Winner of All Expenses Paid Trip to QuakeCon 2009
22 year old from Osnabrück, Germany is personally selected by Fatal1ty to travel to “The Woodstock of Gaming” in Grapevine, Texas. - August 09, 2009 - Fatal1ty
Action Figure Xpress Minimates a Huge Hit at 2009 San Diego Comic Con
Coming off record attendance at the 2009 San Diego Comic Con, fans gobbled up the newest and exclusive Minimates - Marvel Champions, Marvel Thunderbolts and Terminator 2. With their story accurate accessories and detailed character outfits, it’s no doubt why these miniature, two inch block... - August 09, 2009 - Action Figure Xpress
Patch Products, Gearing Up for Another Exciting Million Minute Family Challenge
Patch Products®, a leading manufacturer of board and card games, is determined to reverse that trend by bringing families and friends together with their annual Million Minute Family Challenge™. The Million Minute Family Challenge, encourages interaction and communication among family and friends by setting a national goal of playing games for a total of 1 million minutes from Sept. 1 through Dec. 31. - August 07, 2009 - Patch Products
National Inventors Month: Dane Scarborough Revolutionizes the Toy Industry
A Wisconsin company applauds Dane Scarborough during National Inventors Month. Thomas Edison, one of the most famous inventors of all time, once said, “To invent, you need a good imagination and a pile of junk.” Dane Scarborough, inventor of Patch Products popular construction toy,... - August 07, 2009 - Patch Products
5 to Close, a New Word Game, Published by Waterhole Game Company
Waterhole Game Company recently unveiled 5 To Close, a word card game. For Word Game lovers who a clever word descramblers this will be a new favorite. 5 To Close is a team game that is played with a partner. Words are formed out of letters dealt to each player. Currently a promotional sale is being offered through Aug 15th. - August 05, 2009 - Waterhole Game Company
Fatal1ty Announces Contest with All Expenses Paid Trip to QuakeCon 2009 as Prize
Johnathan ”Fatal1ty” Wendel to appear at various QuakeCon events. Dozens of Fatal1ty Brand products raffled off at Educational ”Tech Talks” in the main auditorium. - August 05, 2009 - Fatal1ty
Free Shipping for Rakhi Orders by Gifts to India 24x7.com
This press release deals with the free shipping offered by Giftstoindia24x7.com for sending Rakhi gifts to India. - August 05, 2009 - GiftstoIndia24x7.com
Crack Open an Oz Crawl Tinnie with Dad this Father's Day
Guaranteed to put a smile on Dad’s dial during his day of reverence is the new Aussie themed board game, Oz Crawl. Distinctively package in an eye-catching tinnie, Oz Crawl will have Dad in stitches as he answers trivia, sings, acts and dances his way across Australia in the quest to crash the Crawler’s Ball. - August 04, 2009 - Oz Crawl
Philippa Forrester Reviews TP Toys Products
TV and radio presenter Philippa Forrester recently expressed her opinions on the TP Forest Deluxe Picnic Table Sandpit and Forest Cabin Playhouse. Phillippa, mother of three, owns both products and is therefore in a good position to critique the toys. On the Forest Deluxe Picnic Table Sandpit,... - August 01, 2009 - TP Toys
Marbles: the Brain Store to Open Third Store in Chicago's Lincoln Square Neighborhood
Marbles: The Brain Store, a first-of-its-kind retail concept, is quickly becoming a Chicago favorite and will be opening a third location in August. The brain-boosting games, books, software and puzzles are also available at www.marblesthebrainstore.com. - July 31, 2009 - Marbles: The Brain Store
Launch of Personalized Gifts to India by GiftstoIndia24x7.com
The Press Release deals with the launch of Personalized gift items by Giftstoindia24x7.com for sending gifts to India. - July 31, 2009 - GiftstoIndia24x7.com
Fantom Limited Launches No.1 Fan Football Gift Site
Today Fantom Ltd launch the Beta version of their website offering a great gift for football fans, the ‘No.1 Fan’ – the dancing, singing football fanatic. Six years in the making, this football merchandise is a unique and refreshing way for fans to identify with their club. - July 24, 2009 - Fantom Limited
Win a Tropical Island 7-Night Stay in Belize, an Apple iPod Touch, or $100 in Product from The Critical Thinking Company™ by Using Twitter
The Critical Thinking Co™ invites you to Tweet your way to an exotic, tropical setting - July 23, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Math Analogies Beginning Wins Best Vacation Children’s Product from Dr. Toy
Math Analogies Beginning Among Best Vacation Children’s Products for 2009. - July 22, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Buy Arsa Toys for Your Kid's Birthday Bash
Jenna Higgins’ Latest Book Recommends Arsa Toys for Your Kid’s Party - July 18, 2009 - Virtual Inventories, Inc.
Warplanes Launches Its First Tweet-to-Win Contest
Warplanes.com is giving away a over $1500 worth of model planes and discount coupons on a wide selection of handcrafted model planes on Twitter. - July 17, 2009 - Warplanes
Lots To Learn Receives Preschool Video of the Year from Creative Child Magazine
Lots To Learn LLC receives the prestigious 2009 DVD of the Year Award from Creative Child Magazine for their fifth Preschool DVD - “Lots To Learn: Head To Toe with Buster.” - July 16, 2009 - Lots To Learn Preschool Videos
Cygnett Announces GrooveTransmit - New Auto-Tune FM Transmitter for iPod & iPhone
Cygnett raises the bar in personal listening technology with the GrooveTransmit portable FM transmitter. Play the music & audiobooks you love via any FM stereo. Perfect for the car and boasting one-touch auto-tuning and a sturdy gooseneck cradle, no drive will ever be dull. - July 16, 2009 - Cygnett
IsaBooties, the Eco-Friendly Choice in Baby Footwear Are Now Available at Angels Avenue
Angels Avenue.co.uk is pleased to announce the arrival of US brand IsaBooties and their high-quality line of eco-friendly funky baby shoes. - July 15, 2009 - Angels Avenue
New iPhone Mobile Register App Helps Keep You in the Green
AcctPad Mobile Register iPhone App makes its debut in the iTunes App Store. Application promises a clean interface and age old account reporting. - July 13, 2009 - AcctPad
Daily Mind Builders™ Wins Best Vacation Children’s Product from Dr. Toy
Daily Mind Builders™: Language Arts among Best Vacation Children’s Products for 2009 - June 25, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Family-Owned Store Launches First Big Kids Resale Shop in Portland, Oregon
Bella Stella expands to two locations, an online store and adds new product lines. - June 20, 2009 - Bella Stella
Emily Rose Launches Their @home Business Opportunity for Work at Home Mom and Daughter Entrepreneurs’
Emily Rose Doll Clothes and Furniture, a successful eCommerce company selling doll clothes and furniture for 18 inch dolls (like the American Girl Doll), announce the July launch of Emily Rose @ Home. Emily Rose will celebrate the launch by giving one lucky Mom her very own business (Platinum Starter Package) absolutely free. - June 19, 2009 - Emily Rose Doll Clothes and Furniture
New “Power Packs” Boosting Literacy in Children
Educational company introduces product that unlocks natural learning abilities in children. - June 16, 2009 - Write Way To Learn
Brilliant Sky Toys & Books® of Deer Park Welcomes Ruth Spiro, Award Winning Children’s Author of Lester Fizz, Bubble-Gum Artist
Deer Park,Il. Brilliant Sky Books is pleased as punch to welcome local author Ruth Spiro, author of Lester Fizz, Bubble-Gum Artist for a wild and crazy morning of bubble-gum blowing on Saturday June 27th, 2009 from 10-12:30 pm. Spiro will read the story which features Lester Fizz, who... - June 12, 2009 - Brilliant Sky Toys & Books, Deer Park
MyPacifier™ Canada Gift Ready Pacifiers
Announcing the launch of gift ready individual pacifiers, the Canada birthday club and summer daycare and daycamp safety with pacifiers. - June 05, 2009 - Personalized Pacifiers
TP Toys Donate Kingswood Wooden Climbing Frame to African School
Pupils at Aladdin’s School in Cape Town were on an all time high after receiving a TP Toys Kingswood Climbing Frame kindly donated by TP Toys. The Aladdin School is run by Luci and her assistant Liz who originates from Kenya. The children at the school are all aged between 18 months and 5... - June 04, 2009 - TP Toys
ARB Studios Makes Its Official Debut While Simultaneously Launching Tiki Golf 3D for iPhone and iPod Touch
Founder Aaron Boucher introduces his new company ARB Studios along with ARB Tech his next generation cross-platform 3D engine and server technology and the launch of Tiki Golf 3D, the first of three high-end 3D games in development for iPhone / iPod touch. “I cut my teeth with Tiki Golf 3D... - June 02, 2009 - Arb Studios LLC