Archive for the ‘ASTRA 2008’ Category
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Jul
Effortless PhD?
Categories: Active Toys, ASTRA 2008, Toys, Travels & Trade Shows
It was impossible to walk by the booth for the PhD Pocket Disc at ASTRA without stopping. First of all, the colorful display was arresting. And there were discs flying all over the place. So we stopped and we played a quick game of catch. We were sold immediately. The PhD is a crocheted disc… read more!
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25
Jun
Mini Micro G-Bike
Categories: Active Toys, ASTRA 2008, Preschool Toys, Toddler Toys, Toys, Travels & Trade Shows
This little, bitty training bike is perfect for helping kids get the hang of balancing on two wheels. It seems like stability bikes are all the rage right now, especially with so many experts advocating that the key to teaching kids to ride a bike is to lose the pedals – not to add training… read more!
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25
Jun
Days in Toyland
Categories: ASTRA 2008, Toys, Travels & Trade Shows
I just came back from the ASTRA (American Specialty Toy Retailers Association) conference, which took place at the new MGM Foxwoods resort in Connecticut. It was a really nice experience. I’d never gone to this show before, but since it was so close to home this year, we made the trip. I really enjoyed it…. read more!
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