2009 Gold Star Award Winners

Amphibian Rover (Playwell) Recycle 4 plastic water/soft-drink bottles and use them as wheels for this cool-looking rover that will move on water or land! All required materials and detailed instructions are included. Requires 2 AAA batteries (not included). Age 8+

Artz+Craftz4Kidz Kit (Roylco) 50 crafts and 1000 possibilities… Working together with NETS members, Roylco has assembled a collection of crafts and art materials that provide children with exceptional creative opportunities while giving parents outstanding value. Age 4-10+

Bananagrams (Everest Wholesale) The fast, fun, and delicious new word game! Place letters in crossword format… as fast as you can! Bananagrams let's everyone play at once - furiously placing the tiles until players run out! Draw letter tiles and start building, peeling (drawing), and dumping them until someone yells "Bananas"! Age 7+

Crazy Forts (Everest Wholesale) The Crazy Fort is about imagination. The Crazy Fort Kit contains 25 balls and 44 sticks that create a multitude of structures. Use a bedsheet and it’s a shaped play tent! A rocket today, a cave tomorrow, even a princess castle and a horse corral -- are all possible with Crazy Forts! Age 5+

Green Toys’ Recycling Truck (Stortz & Associates) Everybody’s doing it – recycling, that is! Chunky truck made in USA of recycled milk jugs in cool green colours. Side recycle chutes. Movable recycling bed with open/shut rear door. Super eco-design has no metal axles. No BPA/Phthalates, no lead paint. Great 100% recycled packaging educates kids about the benefits of recycling. Age 3+

Settlers of Catan (Outset Media) One of the most successful games of all time, Settlers of Catan is a trading and building game set in the mythical world of Catan. Players work towards acquiring the resources they need to build their settlements, cities, and roads. With multiple ways to gain victory points and a board that changes in every play, Settlers of Catan provides endless hours of strategic entertainment. Age 10+

Tall Stacker Building Set (Outset Media) This three dimensional stacking set teaches problem-solving, shape, size and colour differentiation. Crepe rubber playing pieces ensure long lasting play value. Includes 100 Tall Stacker Pegs. Ages 3+

Teaching Cash Register (Learning Resources) ‘Minding the store’ was never so much fun and so educational. This interactive cash register features interactive lights, sounds and voice messages. Teaches coin recognition, place value and basic arithmetic through four games. Holds actual-size money and includes play coins and bills, coupon and credit card. Features a built-in scanner, scale, coin slot and automatic shut-off feature to prolong battery life. Ages 3+

Travel the World Set (Fire the Imagination) Geography is all fun and games! Celebrate the planet and learn how to be its caretaker with the Whole World hardcover, CD and eco activity book! Study oceans, continents and world landmarks using the Map of the World Play Scene with re-usable stickers and the 63 piece Landmarks of the World puzzle.

Yookidoo Discovery Playhouse (International Playthings) Hours of stimulating play and a perfect hide-away! Activities on both the inside and outside encourage physical and cognitive development through rewarding, imaginative play. Includes ball play, shape sorting, posting and peek a boo games in bright colors with fun light and sounds. Big and roomy—perfect for cooperative play between multiple children. Constructed from folding frames with fabric sides, so it's sturdy yet lightweight and folds up quickly for storage and portability. Easy to assemble. 12+ months

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