2010 Gold Star Award Winners

Foam Master Pogo Stick (Borgfeldt) Healthy exciting fun for girls and boys. A constant item in the toy industry since the first patent was issued in 1920. These precision-made foam covered metal pogo sticks are built to last for years. Features replaceable non-slip safety handles, footpads & rubber tip. Exercise and perfect your balance indoors and outdoors. Will safely support 80 to 160 lbs. Age: Ages 9 yrs+ Suggested retail: $69.99

Meccano 25 Model Set (Borgfeldt) Recognizable at a glance, Meccano is the classic metal construction system that educates as it entertains. Build 25 different models using the instruction booklet or use your imagination to build an infinity of models. Features steering mechanism and a suspension system along with a 3V motor to bring your models alive. Includes over 260 pieces and assembly tools. Requires 2AA batteries, not included. Age: Ages 8 yrs+ Suggested retail: $89.99

Carcassonne (Lion Rampant Imports) Carcassonne is a clever tile-laying game! The southern French city of Carcassonne is famous for its unique Roman and Medieval fortifications. The players develop the area around Carcassonne and deploy their followers on the roads, in the cities, in the cloisters, and in the fields. The skill of the players to develop the area will determine who is victorious. Carcassonne won the Spiel des Jahres in 2001 and many other major awards since. Play Time: 60 minutes Ages: 8+ (Kids Version Available) Suggested Retail: $29.99

Calico Critters Starter House (International Playthings) The perfect way to start a Calico Critter collection! This cozy cottage comes fully assembled and ready to play with everything you need for hours of pretend play fun. With over 10 furniture pieces and accessories including Bell Hopscotch Rabbit, bed with matching sheets, round table with chairs, kitchen counter with sink and oven, moveable ladder for easy access to each floor, cookware and yummy food! Measures 12" x 10.75" x 8". Ages 3+ Suggested Retail $59.99

Karito Kids Real Dolls for Real Girls in the Real World... For tween girls ages 6 to 11 who are fascinated by the people, places and things that make us all different. Karito Kids is the brand that lets you embrace and explore the diverse world around you - the dolls, stories and experiences are different in every way. From the way they look to the countries they’re from, the dolls represent what it means to be a real girl today. The unique fashion and accessories, as well as the global adventures you can take online and off, remind you that every girl around the world is special. Only Karito Kids lets you make a real difference in the lives of real kids who need our help - it's good fun for a good cause. Ages: 7+ Suggested retail: $114.99

Twilight Turtle (Cloud B) Twilight Turtle, the first plush constellation nightlight ever created, transforms any room into a starry night sky to help comfort children to sleep. From within his plastic shell, Twilight Turtle projects a magical constellation of stars onto bedroom ceiling and walls in three soothing color options. Twilight Turtles shell illuminates like a nightlight to help ease children's fear of the dark. This interactive and educational toy includes eight actual constellations (such as The Big Dipper) embedded in the star pattern. Parents can sit with their children and identify these major constellations using the wonderfully illustrated Twilight Turtle Star Guide. Twilight Turtle helps make bedtime fun for children of all ages. Recommended age range: 3 years to Adult Suggested retail price: $44.99

Snap Circuits (Elenco) Elenco's new Snap Circuits® make learning electronics easy and fun! Just follow the colorful pictures in our manual and build exciting projects such as AM radios, burglar alarms, doorbells and much more! You can even play electronic games with your friends. All parts are mounted on plastic modules and snap together with ease. Enjoy hours of educational fun while learning about electronics. No tools required. Uses 4 "AA" batteries. Ages 8+ Suggested Retail price: $69.99

Straws and Connectors (Roylco) Simple to use for endless hours of imaginative play! Build a fort, rocket, boat, tower, tunnel or bridge! Design your own scientific model or create a unique contraption. The straws fit snuggly into the connectors, but are flexible so you can build arches and tubes. 400 pieces. Recommended age range: 4+ Suggested retail price: $24.99

Oballs (PlaSmart) REAL, ACTIVE FUN! It's the Everybody Ball! Kick them, stomp them, crush them, and the Oball will bounce right back into their original shape. It's easy to clutch and roll, great for indoors and outdoors! Age: For all ages Suggested Retail Price: $7.99

Baby Stella (Manhattan Toy) Baby Stella has lifelike toes, a belly button and a plump tummy that kids can appreciate. Plus, she has a removable diaper, outfit and pacifier that attaches magnetically to her mouth. Recommended age range: 12m+ Suggested Retail: $29.99

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