Long-lasting independent play when there’s no wiggle room from Kateva Rosato, social networking specialist at Safari Ltd. The best travel toys are easy to transport, and engage kids without requiring them to move around. Storage potential, transportability and the capacity to quickly supply entertainment are all important when you need to make a toy compatible with an on-the-go atmosphere. Travel doesn’t have to mean a long-distance trip – it can simply be a car ride from home to Grandma’s house in the next town. Travel toys are useful in the doctor’s office and other waiting rooms. Families always need convenient toys for such situations, and retailers should take advantage of the opportunity to supply this demand. TOOBS are our most popular
travel product. Each one contains different figures on a theme – Galapagos animals, Powhaten Indians, Sue and Her Friends dinosaurs, and more. The clear, acetate TOOB with a locking cap provides convenient storage and features a carrying cord. Children have short attention spans, so having multiple and different figures in each TOOB captivates children for longer periods of time. The TOOB is clear so the figures can be viewed without even removing them from the container. safariltd.com
3+ Texo™ is the award-winning 3 dimensional design and construction system by architect, author and designer Lester Walker. At its most basic level, Texo™ is about stacking, sorting and sequencing, and grows in its complexity as a child grows. Solid wood rods and planks coupled with the geometric precision of molded plastic connectors enhance the design and construction potential. Also included is a deluxe Activity Guide with how-to’s, commentary and step-by-step instructions on maximizing the potential of Texo™. Ages 3+
ACTIVITY GUIDE INCLUDED G9500 Â 65 pc set
G9501 Â 100 pc set
G9502 Â 210 pc set
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