Cincinnati Toymakers 2013 Holiday Gift Guide

2013
Cincinnati
Toymakers
Holiday
Gift Guide
presented by Cincinnati Game & Toy Industry Professionals

Happy Holidays!
This guide features thoughtful toys and games for all ages from Cincinnati’s toy geniuses! Many
are brand new while others are familiar iconic classics! Be on the lookout for these SPECIAL
ALERTS throughout the guide!

Stocking stuffer
alert

Made in USA alert

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New release alert

Classic toy alert

Green alert

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This guide features over
products from
different companies and individuals working in the toy and game
industry with a personal connection to the Cincinnati region – either they are from here, live/work here now, or

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received their education here.
of these products are brand new – never before featured. Over a dozen products
are classics – recognizable, evergreen favorites that have been on the market for many years.
Prices and products are subject to change without notice. No guarantees of product availability are made.
Fair use reprinting/redistribution of this content is permitted with proper attribution:
© Michelle Spelman 2013 All Rights Reserved
All information is believed to be accurate at time of publishing.
The spirit of this publication is to shine light on the creative genius in Cincinnati behind some of the toy industry’s best toys and
games. Reasonable efforts have been made to ensure accurate and complete information, however, we realize that often a
product is the result of collaborative efforts by multiple individuals and entities. If you believe an entry reflects inaccurate or
incomplete information, please notify us and we will attempt to verify and make necessary corrections and attribution. If they
cannot be readily verified, we must rely on the accuracy of our Members, who have supplied us with information.

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From the founder…
Holiday Greetings!
Santa Claus may be headquartered at The North Pole, but he has satellite operations in Cincinnati,
Ohio. In fact, we have clear evidence that he has been stationing some of his very best elves all
around the Queen City for over 150 years!
The Greater Cincinnati region’s toy and game industry heritage is delightfully surprising and
impressive. Generations around the world enjoy cherished holiday memories of iconic toys and
games with Cincinnati roots.
From the very first electric toy train, to games and dolls, to the high-tech digital play of today and so
much more…. toy and game innovation, invention, design and manufacturing is simply part of our
Cincinnati DNA!
This playful bloodline lives on now through hundreds of talented people connecting the dots
between Cincinnati and beloved toys and games. Our Cincinnati Game & Toy Group is more than
300 members strong.
Join us in honoring Cincinnati ‘s enduring role in American holiday toy traditions!
Sincerely,
Michelle Spelman, Founder

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Table of Contents
Then & Now
Books
Figures
Technology
Sports
Unlock Learning
Baby & Toddler
Wheels
Boys & Girls
Games
Cincinnati Independent Toy & Game Stores
About Us
Index

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Invented 1971 by
Merle Robbins in
Reading Ohio

Then & Now
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Hasbro BABY ALIVE, MY BABY ALIVE DOLL
Originally introduced by Kenner Toys
Cincinnati Ohio, debuted 1973

Then

Now

Image courtesy of Strong
National Museum of Play

$29.99| Ages 3+

BUY NOW at ToysRus and Amazon

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Little Tikes Cozy Coupe
Designed by UC DAAP Alum, Jim Mariol for Little Tikes 1979

Then

Image courtesy of HoboMama.com

With over 10 million sold by 1990, it
was the best-selling car in North
America…outselling the Ford Taurus,
the Toyota Camry and the Honda
Accord!

Now

BUY NOW at Target ToysRUs and on Amazon
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Image courtesy of HoboMama.com

CC Image courtesy of KTVee on Flickr

Hasbro PLAYSKOOL PLAY FAVORITES SIT 'N SPIN
Originally introduced by Kenner Toys debuted 1974

Then

Your child will experience all the twirling fun you grew
up loving with the Playskool Play Favorites Sit ‘N Spin,
which allows round-and-round excitement — now with
easier and smoother spinning! The awesome Sit ‘N Spin
keeps your child active and encourages balance,
coordination and gross motor skills while helping to
develop cognitive learning and a better understanding
of "cause and effect" by turning the wheel to spin.

Now

$24.99| Ages 18 mos – 5 years

BUY NOW at ToysRus and Amazon
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Spirograph deluxe set – reintroduced by Kahootz Toys
Originally introduced to U.S. by Kenner Toys in 1967

Then

Now
Inspired by the design of the original 1965 Spirograph,
this set will entertain the whole family for years to come.
45-piece deluxe set includes 19 wheels, 2 rings, 1 rack,
spiro-putty, 3 pens, 14-page guide book, design paper
and carry-along storage case
Brought to you by Kahootz Toys, Ann Arbor, Michigan,
where we use our skills and passions to bring great kids'
products into the world
Image via cc courtesy The Strong Museum

$24.99| Ages 8 – 15 years
BUY NOW at Learning Express Toys
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HASBRO EASY BAKE ULTIMATE OVEN
Originally introduced by Kenner Toys in 1963
Invented by Ronald Howes, who was born & raised in Over The Rhine
Original Easy Bake Oven

Then

Image courtesy of Strong
National Museum of Play

$39.99| Ages 3+

Now

Find it at Target ToysRUs and on Amazon
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Books
By Karen Ackerman,
born in Cincinnati Ohio,
graduate of Woodward High School

1989 Caldecott Medal Winner

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Pop-Up Snowglobe Greetings by Up with Paper
Up With Paper’s patented Pop-Up Snow
Globe Greetings pop open into a unique
paper and acetate globe, with a beautiful
Christmas scene inside, and fold flat for
mailing and storage. A fantastic Christmas
greeting card AND decoration! No wonder
this product won the Best New Product
Award at the National Stationery Show!

Product is designed and marketed
by Up With Paper, headquartered
in Mason, Ohio.
Best known for its innovative, threedimensional greeting cards, Up with Paper
has been "wowing" senders and recipients
alike for more than 30 years with intricate
designs, premium artwork, and
unexpected pop-ups. The company’s
greeting cards, available for all seasons
and sending occasions, may be purchased
in thousands of specialty retail outlets
throughout the United States, Canada,
and worldwide.

$5.99-6.99 | Ages 6 and up

Learn More: www.UpWithPaper.com
BUY NOW in Cincinnati at M. Hopple & Co., all locations of The Fresh Market and Barnes & Noble
Or ORDER ONLINE http://www.sadieshouse.com/pop_up_snow_globes.html
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Snowflakes – a Pop-Up Book
by Jennifer Preston Chushcoff, illustrated by Yevgeniya Yeretskaya

Published by Jumping Jack Press - a division of Up with Paper
Stunning! The intricate beauty of snowflakes is fully revealed in this amazing
pop-up book. An enchanting explanation of the uniqueness of snowflakes
supplemented by information about the real life Snowflake Man, Wilson A.
Bentley, who was the first to photograph snowflakes, engages readers of all
ages. Each of the seven spreads features fully illustrated pop-ups and
delicate mixed media that are sure to surprise and delight.

Jumping Jack Press – a division of
Up With Paper, is headquartered
in Mason, Ohio.
Up With Paper produces innovative greeting
cards, gift enclosures, imprintable
stationery, and other three dimensional paper
products that are collected by people all over
the world.

$24.99 | Ages 6 and up

Learn More: www.UpWithPaper.com
BUY NOW in Cincinnati at Joseph Beth Booksellers and Barnes & Noble
Or ORDER ONLINE at Amazon.com
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Women of Steel and Stone by Anna M. Lewis
22 Inspirational Architects, Engineers and Landscape Designers
Reporting on a range of historical and
contemporary female builders and designers,
this educational book strives to inspire a new
generation of girls in the disciplines of science,
technology, engineering, and math. With many
of the profiles set against the backdrop of such
landmark events as the women’s suffrage and
civil rights movements and the Industrial
Revolution, and with original interviews from a
number of current architects and engineers, this
book provides inspiration and advice directly to
young women by highlighting positive examples
of how a strong work ethic, perseverance, and
creativity can overcome life’s obstacles. Each
profile focuses on the strengths, passions, and
interests each woman had growing up; where
those traits took them; and what they achieved.

$19.95 | Ages 12+

Anna M. Lewis is a Cincinnati native and award-winning toy
inventor, author, and creativity advocate. She is also author of CITY DOODLES CHICAGO (Gibbs Smith 2013), and several children's magazines.

BUY NOW in Cincinnati at Joseph Beth Booksellers or Barnes & Noble
Or ORDER ONLINE at Amazon.com | Learn more at http://www.annamlewis.com/
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Santa from Cincinnati – Simon & Schuster
by Judi Barrett – author of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Everything you ever wanted to know about Santa, as told to the author of Cloudy with a Chance of
Meatballs by the big guy himself.
So, not only does Santa have elves running satellite
operations stationed in Cincinnati, but as it turns
out... HE’S FROM HERE! Who knew?! Don't take our
word for it though...here's a book to prove it.
Bestselling New York author, Judi Barrett, shares the
story of the early life of Santa Claus, who, as she
tells it, was born and raised in Cincinnati!
Compiled from his baby book, family photos, and
report cards, Santa from Cincinnati provides a fullspectrum view of the boy who grew to be the man
who grew to be Santa.
$16.99 | Ages 4 - 9
BUY NOW at
Blue Manatee Bookstore and DeCafe
and Joseph Beth Booksellers

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A Cincinnati Night Before Christmas – Orange Frazer Press
by Nadine Huffman, illustrated by Marilyn Lebhar
Nadine Huffman lives in Anderson Township with her husband of 30 years, Mark, their son Peter, and
their rescued terrier, Sookie. Marilyn Lebhar also lives in Anderson with her husband of 34 years, Brett,
and their son Matt. Their son David is married to Ali, which has brought a much-welcomed girl to the
family! 100% of the book’s proceeds go to Tri-State non-profit child adoption organizations.

A Cincinnati Night Before Christmas showcases
Cincinnati’s unique holiday traditions and
signature cuisines, with a winsome tale of child
adoption, family, and memory-making.

Inspired by a true story, little Matty and his
grandparents await the Christmas Eve arrival of
his adopted sister, Baby Annie. Trains, zoo
animals, ballet, the Nativity Crib, and many
iconic Cincinnati locations, captured in beautiful,
traditional watercolor illustrations, form the
backdrop for this heartwarming book.
$19.99 | Ages 3 - 10
BUY NOW at
Blue Manatee Bookstore and DeCafe
and Joseph Beth Booksellers or Amazon
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Light Bulb Baking – a History of the Easy Bake Oven
by Todd Coopee
The Easy Bake Oven was invented in Cincinnati by Ronald Howes for Kenner Toys. Howes was born in
Over The Rhine and worked at Kenner for many years. He resided in Anderson Township until his
passing in 2010 at the age of 83.

This first definitive retrospective of the
Easy-Bake® Oven celebrates its journey
from children's toy to pop culture icon and
inductee to The National Toy Hall of Fame.
This book explores the innovation, history,
economics, commerce, advertising, and
marketing behind the toy’s 50-year history.
Todd Coopee is a writer, award-winning
business owner, toy historian, and popculture enthusiast. He lives in Ottawa,
Ontario.
BUY NOW at Barnes & Noble or Amazon
Learn more at: http://lightbulbbaking.com/
$30.00 | Ages 8+
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Star Wars Lightsaber Thumb Wrestling Game/Book
Illustrated by Chris Reiff for Chronicle Books
Chris Reiff is an illustrator, toy designer, and inventor with more than 17 years experience working on
official Star Wars projects and with licenses from companies like Marvel & Disney. He lives in
Norwood, Ohio with his dog named Dog and the full-size R2-D2 replica he built himself.

This Star Wars game-in-a-book
provides hours of fun. Opponents
Velcro on the lightsabers included
(one blue, one red); open the
book to one of seven durable
"game board" pages depicting
classic Star Wars battles; stick
their thumbs through the holes;
and use the Force (of thumb and
imagination) to wrestle to victory!

See it NOW on Amazon
BUY TODAY at Blue Manatee Books
And Joseph Beth Booksellers
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Star Wars: Death Star Owner’s Technical Manual
and Millennium Falcon Owner’s Workshop Manual
Illustrated by Chris Reiff for LucasBooks Publishing
Fully authorized and approved by Lucasfilm, these Haynes Manuals trace the origins, model history and
development from concept to top-secret project. Onboard systems and controls and operation are
explained in detail, and are illustrated with an astonishing range of computer-generated artwork, floor
plans, cutaways, and exploded diagrams, all newly created by artists Chris Reiff and Chris Trevas. Text is
by their colleague, Ryder Windham, author of more than fifty Star Wars books.

Chris Reiff is an illustrator, toy
designer, and inventor with more
than 17 years experience working on
official Star Wars projects and with
licenses from companies like Marvel
& Disney. He lives in Norwood, Ohio
with his dog named Dog and the
full-size R2-D2 replica he built
himself.

$30.00 each


BUY TODAY at
Joseph Beth Booksellers

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Star Wars – The Bounty Hunter Code: from the Files of Boba Fett
by Daniel Wallace, Ryder Windham, Jason Fry
Illustrated by Chris Reiff – for LucasBooks Publishing
Chris Reiff is an illustrator, toy designer, and inventor with more than 17 years experience working on
official Star Wars projects and with licenses from companies like Marvel & Disney. He lives in
Norwood, Ohio with his dog named Dog and the full-size R2-D2 replica he built himself.
From the creators of Book of Sith and The Jedi Path,
in collaboration with Lucasfilm, The Bounty Hunter
Code reveals the secrets of the hunt and offers
insight into this demanding, dangerous, and
misunderstood profession.
The case includes:
• The Bounty Hunter Code
• The 48-page memoirs of Cradossk, former
head of the Bounty Hunters Guild, with an
inscription from the author to Boba Fett
• A Kamino saberdart
• Boba Fett’s captain's license
• Boba Fett's arms permit
• Slave I’s official operating license
• An Imperial wanted poster for Han Solo
• An inventory slip from the Rebel Alliance forces
who discovered and seized Boba’s property

$59.99
BUY NOW on Amazon

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Mensch on a Bench plush character and story book
by Monkeybar LLC
The Mensch on a Bench is a 12'' plush doll and hardcover book steeped in Jewish traditions and tells the story of
Hanukkah from the point of view of Moshe the Mensch (a good person). Moshe the Mensch was in the temple when
Judah and the Maccabees won the war against the Greeks. There was only enough oil for one night, but who would
watch over the Menorah while everyone was sleeping? Moshe the Mensch!
Now you can get your own Mensch to watch over your family's Menorah and bring new traditions to your families
Hanukkah celebration.

The Hoffman Family created Mensch on a
Bench as a Jewish adaptation of the popular
Elf on a Shelf Christmas tradition for families
looking to add some Funukkah to Hanukkah.

$36.00 | All Ages

Learn more and BUY NOW at www.themenschonabench.com
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Everything Kids Learning Activities Book
by Amanda Morin – published by Adams Media – F+W Media
Cincinnati-based F+W Media is a community-focused, content creator and marketer of products and
services for enthusiasts. Offering a diversified portfolio of books, ebooks, magazines, events,
competitions, ecommerce, education, video, and more.
Using the word "educational" can be the quickest way to
lose a child's interest. But the games, projects, and
experiments in The Everything Kids' Learning Activities
Book are so much fun, your kids won't even know they're
learning! Not only will your kids be entertained and have
fun, they'll learn skills in the key areas of reading, writing,
math, science, and social studies.
With 145 indoor and outdoor activities including:
• Comic strip sequencing
• Round robin storytelling
• Lollipop patterns
• The 25-cent pyramid
• Cookie fractions
• Balloon terrarium
Most activities use materials that are in your house! This
easy-to-use guide is full of creative ideas and expert
advice to help you be your kids' best learning partner.

$12.99 | Ages 5-12
BUY NOW on Amazon

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Image via flickr cc st3f4n

Figures

First STAR WARS
Action Figures
1977 Produced by
Kenner Toys

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Legacy of Valor collectible action figures
by Steve and Katey Wehmeyer
Legacy of Valor helps to share the stories of countless Americans who have done their part to ensure our heritage of
strength and freedom. Stories of heroism come from many walks of life. Some heroes have developed small ideas into
creations that have changed our way of life, others fought without question to secure our freedom, still others have
done their part to ensure that what we believe as a nation remains uncompromised.
Legacy of Valor wants to keep these memories alive and pass them along to future generations with thought provoking
historical facts and collectables that will inspire the valor in all of us.

Rosie the Riveter
Comes complete with coveralls, headscarf, saddle
shoes, and welder’s gloves. This Tribute to Valor
Eleanor’s Girl honors the unforgotten efforts of women
who worked many long and difficult hours to supply our
troops with the best possible ships, aircraft and
weapons for a victorious journey home.

Anderson residents, Steve and Katey Wehmeyer, have
spent over 25 years working with leading companies like
Hasbro Inc., Fisher Price Toys, MeadWestvaco and
Rubbermaid. They have created custom product
programs with dozens of entities within the Museum
Store Association and the National Park Service.

ORDER NOW and see the
entire collection at Legacy of Valor
Or BUY NOW on Amazon.com
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Marvel Ultimate Spider Man action figures
designed by Ron Boyle, RCB Design for Hasbro
Ron Boyle is an accomplished designer specializing in 3D design for a wide range of toys and all
kinds of other consumer products! Fluent in Unigraphics/NX, Ron can take a hand sketch and
turn it in to a masterpiece.

Power Webs
Rocket Ramp
Spider-Man

Power Webs
Catapult Smash Iron
Spider-Man
$9.99 | Ages 4+

Power Webs
Crossbow Chaos
Spider-Man

BUY NOW at Toys R Us
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Disney Princess Palace Pets
Conceived of by Chris Connolly
Former Hasbro/Kenner Cincinnati Toy Executive, Chris Connolly, conceived Disney Princess
Palace Pets, a surprise breakout toy hit for 2013. Today, Chris is Senior Vice President - Princess
and Fairies Licensing at Disney Consumer Products in Glendale, California.

$5.99 | Ages 4+
Adorable 2.5 inch figures – each Disney Princess has her own pet! Brush their sparkly fur tails,
“crown” them with their removable tiaras. These pets love to be pampered, cuddled and cared
for. Disney Princess Palace Pets can't wait to experience magical new adventures with you.
BUY NOW at Toys R Us, Walmart, Target, Amazon
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WIBBLY WOO PLUSH TOYS
by Abby Langdon, abbydid
Abby Langdon is a born and bred
Cincinnatian. In fact, she’s actually the
third generation to own her Western
Hills home. Her son's bedroom was her
childhood bedroom, and her father's
before her. Until recently, she operated
out of her house, but has just
opened Broadhope Art Collective,
where her studio is now located and
her products are sold. She is also
teaching workshops to both kids and
adults on how to make their own
snuggly creatures!

$25.00
The Wibbly Woo is a legendary
creature located in the peat bogs of
Northern England. Harmless, happy, helpful
little scamps, they make excellent
companions (especially at bedtime). Wibbly
Woos have large, soft mouths perfect for
safeguarding treasures. Ideal for keeping
that newly-freed tooth secure until the
Tooth Fairy arrives!
Wibbly Woos are made of very soft fleece
and have body measurements of 8.5"x 8.5".
They are all designed and handmade by
Abby. They come in an infinite number of
designs and colors, are available for custom
order, and each is one of a kind.

Learn more about abbydid
BUY NOW at Broadhope Art Collective (Cheviot),Fabricate (Northside), Etsy
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Barbie Swim and Race Pups Playset
by BangZoom Design for Mattel
Bang Zoom Design Ltd. is a Cincinnati-based product invention company established in 1991. With
an emphasis on children’s products, Bang Zoom Design Ltd. has licensed over 100
inventions, accounting for well over $1 Billion dollars in retail sales.
Barbie's puppies really swim, and they
love to see who is the fastest. Girls can
wind up the puppies' ears and set them
up on the slides where Barbie can start
them off. Once they hit the water, the
puppies are off. The pool should be filled
to the first line to see them race down
the channel. Girls denote the champion
by rotating the flag to the winner's lane.
Fill the pool to the second line and watch
the puppies swim freely.

$19.99 | Ages 3-8
BUY IT at Toys R Us and on Amazon
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by Carlisle & Finch Co.
St. Bernard, Oh

Technology

1896 FIRST EVER
Electric Toy Train

Image courtesy of Carlisle & Finch

Choremonster
Designed by Chris Bergman and Paul Armstrong
ChoreMonster is a suite of web and mobile apps that help make chores
fun for kids.
Invented and headquartered in Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati. Our building
has a huge purple monster painted on the side of it on Central Pkwy.

Make chores fun by
engaging and rewarding
your kids!
With ChoreMonster, your kids
will beg to do their chores!
Kids get an app that’s
designed for them, where
they complete their chores
and earn rewards like an hour
of Xbox or a camping trip.
Parents get a tool that takes
the tension out of household
chores.
Get it NOW at Choremonster

FREE | Ages 4-12

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Anki Drive artificial intelligence (AI) racing game cars
car bodies designed by Ron Boyle, RCB Design for Anki
Ron Boyle is an accomplished designer specializing in 3D design for a wide range of toys and all kinds of other
consumer products! Fluent in Unigraphics/NX, Ron can take a hand sketch and turn it in to a masterpiece.
Anki DRIVE is a racing game that uses Artificial
Intelligence (AI) and robotics to take the best of
video games and combine it with the best of physical
games. It’s a video game in the real world. It’s real.
It’s tangible. You hold the cars in your hand, and the
track rolls out on your living room floor.
You can play Anki DRIVE against your friends, or
against an AI-enabled opponent. The more you race,
the more points you earn, which you redeem to
upgrade your cars’ weapons and capabilities.
Anki DRIVE includes a physical track that rolls out to
3 ½’ x 8 ½’, and is intended for indoor use only. Anki
DRIVE requires at least one compatible Apple iOS
device: Anki DRIVE is best experienced on an
iPhone. When playing on an iPad, use 2x mode to
see the app in full screen. Anki DRIVE does not
currently work with Android devices.
The main game is called “Battle” but more games are
coming. See the Apple App Store for more
information.

Starter Kit: $199.99 | Ages 10+
BUY NOW at the Apple Store or at Anki.com

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Pillow Pets World – virtual universe
Designed by Think University – ThinkU
Pillow Pets World is a fun, exciting and educational virtual universe based on the globally popular
Pillow Pets character line. Conceived by the creative minds at Think University, a Cincinnati-based
development company, this ever expanding web based world is tightly integrated with an awesome line
of travel trading cards creating an industry-unique mash up of physical product and virtual world.
The entire Pillow Pets
virtual universe is built
and resides on ThinkU’s
proprietary MadWorld
HTML5 MMO game
development system.
This is a rapid
development, rapid
deployment platform
that provides complete
device compatibility,
seamless upgrades and
unlimited scalability.
FREE | Ages 4-12
Play it NOW in beta at
PillowPetsWorld
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Sports

1875
Philip Goldsmith
One of the earliest
Baseball manufacturers

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Image credit: Antique Athlete

Louisville Slugger Pitching Machines
by GameMasterAthletic
Founded in 1975, GameMaster, located in Erlanger, was one of the first licensees with CLC introducing a line of collegiate
licensed inflatables. Expanding its’ licensed products, in 1999, GameMaster signed an agreement with Louisville Slugger
to sell a line of baseball training items. The UPM 45 pitching machine, which is the official pitching machine for both Babe
Ruth Baseball and PONY Baseball/Softball has become the number one selling pitching machine in the world.

#1 Bestseller

$219.99 | Ages 10+

Throws even harder pitches
and higher fly balls
$199.99 | Ages 10+

BUY NOW in Cincinnati at Dick’s Sporting Goods | Or ORDER ONLINE at Amazon.com and Walmart
Learn more at GameMasterAthletic
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Z-Tek Bow by Zing Toys
Rick Ruskin is a 20+ year veteran of the toy industry,
currently working as a marketing and product
consultant. He lives and works in Cincinnati and is
the acting VP of Marketing for Zing Toys.
Get the next big thing in bow
technology with the Z-Tek Bow.
Sleek new design and shape.
Shorter bungees for faster
firing. Arrow clips right on the
bow for quick reloads and a
powerful presence. It’s an all
new archery experience with
the Z-Tek Bow! Hook in the
Zartz™ Arrow or Zonic™
Whistling Arrow, position the
shot, and watch it fly through
the air for an incredible 125
feet!

$24.99 | Ages 8+

BUY NOW in Cincinnati at Walmart, Target and Toys R Us
Or ORDER ONLINE at Amazon.com
Learn more at Zing Toys

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WHAM-O FRISBEE® TOSS
by David Hamann Design
David Hamann of Cincinnati conceived the idea of a sport
racquet for tossing and catching mini “frisbee” discs.
Through his company, David Hamann Design, he developed
the idea into a highly refined piece of sports equipment.
(Don’t let the toy-like colors fool you.) Tom Scott of
Cincinnati provided critical prototyping services through his
world-class product development firm, ScottModels.
Wham-O® manufactures and markets Frisbee® Toss under a
licensing agreement with David Hamann Design.
Frisbee® Toss is a new and unique toss-and-catch
game from Wham-O®. It consists of two “rackets”
and 3 mini Frisbee® discs. Each racket has a curved
channel to spin the disc as you throw it, and a funnelshaped basket for catching it. It’s a game for all ages
with skill levels ranging from casual tossing-andcatching to serious competition.

$15.00 | Ages 7+
BUY NOW at Menards (Hamilton), Amazon and at David
Hamann Design
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Trampoline Basketball
by Al and Stephanie Buchweitz, BoatFun Sports

Enjoy even more FUN on your trampoline.
Basketball Hoop Set including ball that
attaches to vertical poles supporting the
trampoline safety net that are 1.5”, 1.25” or 1”.

$99.95 | All Ages
BUY NOW at Pete DeLois’ Recreations Outlet (Milford)
and at FunSportsBrands Or on Amazon
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Invented by Californian,
Bruce Sedley, zoo keys were
used by zoos across the
country from 1960’s onward.

Unlock
Learning

Memory-maker for
generations of
Cincinnati children

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© Image with permission by Robin Santino via flickr – All Rights Reserved

MyBackpackTags® by Confident Kids LLC
mybackpacktags® is a fun and easy-to-use system
that clearly communicates a child’s after-school
plans. A reflective, color coded tag, clipped to a
backpack, shows the child where to go! This product was
created by Cincinnati mom, Camille Gartner, as a way to
organize her children’s schedules,. She and her business
partner, Kristi Vredeveld are mompreneurs on a mission to
help schools and families improve communication, build
confidence and reduce stress for students everywhere!

$9.99 | Ages 3-12

Learn more and BUY NOW at MyBackpackTags.com
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Dinosaur Nest Dig Kit
by GeoCentral
GeoCentral, headquartered in Mason, Ohio is a 30-year-old company specializing in educational
and fun items. We have a solid reputation in the gift, toy and souvenir industry for our innovative
designs, product quality and customer service. Our unique product line includes bulk rocks and
minerals, science and dig kits, jewelry and other earth related products.
These GeoCentral excavation kits
include a nest, two dinosaur hatchlings,
and one hatching dinosaur. They are
available in Tyrannosaurus, Triceratops,
and Apatosaurus. Children will want to
collect all three!
$10.99| Ages 6+

BUY IT TODAY at The Booksellers on Fountain Square
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Fluorescent Rock Kit
by GeoCentral
This fun and educational rock science
kit lets kids explore the magic of
fluorescent, glowing rocks. The kit
has 9 specimens in assorted colors
that will peak their curiosity and
make learning geology a fun and
exciting adventure. Included in the kit
is a UV pen and an instructional guide
to help understand the science of
fluorescent rocks. (Other rock science
kits are also available.)

$11.99 - $12.99 | Ages 8+
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Gold Panning Kit
by GeoCentral

This fun deluxe kit introduces
children not only to the activity of
panning for gold, but also to the
history of the 1849 gold rush. Each
kit contains a 7” miners pan,
magnifier, pipet, tweezers storage
flask, bag of pay dirt and an
educational guide.

$10.99 - $11.99 | Ages 8+
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TOOBALINK CONSTRUCTION TOY
by Metre Ideas & Design
Cincinnati native, Brady Richards, is
Operations Manager for Toobalink in
Brooklyn, New York. Partnering with his friend,
Toobalink designer, William Sakran, Richards is an
alumnus of St. Xavier High School. He is also cofounder of Metro Metro Land, a company that
provides creative events centered in New York City
including board game olympics and scavenger hunts
that promote city exploration, social interaction,
and general good times. He is also the inventor of
“Beer Buckles:” customizable belt buckles that
double as a bottle opener!

$34.99 | Ages 5+
Toobalink is the construction toy that works
with everyday paper towel and toilet tissue
tubes. Kids are encouraged to save and
collect tubes to build bigger and better
things, and parents love it because the
extra building material is free. The
Toobalink Starter Kit comes with everything
you need to start building right away –
including some new tubes!

BUY NOW at www.toobalink.com
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EXCLUSIVE UKULELE MUSICIAN MAKER ™ KIT
by TRUE JOY ACOUSTICS - UKULELES
Based in Cincinnati, True Joy Acoustics,
LLC was founded by P&G retiree Greg
Huntington. Its commercial retail aim is to
equip serious beginners of ukulele with a
fun, superb instrument plus essential gear
to learn and love it for a lifetime.
Our exclusive learning kits feature

$195.00 - $229.00 | Ages 6+

FLEA ukuleles, Made in USA with
superb quality, easy to learn,
sized right for any player. Easy
path to playing guitar, too.
Featuring popular FLEA® models
(Hibiscus Red, Lagoon Blue,
Natural) that are sold as part of
our learning kits or individually.

True Joy Acoustics, LLC created and
owns The Musician Maker™ Kit
concept, exclusive denim print
organizer cases, some instructional
print materials, and focused
selection of ukulele learning
accessories in our kits.

BUY NOW at Amazon or at True Joy Acoustics - Ukuleles
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Toys to Delight Baby thru Preschool

PLAY-DOH
by Noah and Joseph McVicker Rainbow Crafts

2+ BILLION CANS SOLD SINCE 1956!
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CC Image KTVee via Flickr

Blue Manatee Boxes – Baby Unplugged Book Series
Designed and authored by Dr. John S. Hutton, MD
Dr. John S. Hutton is a pediatrician at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, author, and creator of the awardwinning blue manatee boxes gift program. He is also owner of blue manatee children’s bookstore and
decafé in Oakley. Dr. John’s major clinical, research and advocacy interests are the effects of electronic
media on young children, and reading and play as healthy alternatives.
A box in tune with tots, featuring the awardwinning Baby Unplugged book series from
pediatrician Dr. John Hutton and other "old school"
favorites. Little readers and their grownups will be
inspired to snuggle up, run and romp, create, get
dirty, and more! Blue Manatee Boxes come in a
variety of themes featuring books for a wide range
of ages and can be customized to meet individual
child interests.

Ages 0+

3 books: $30.00
6 books: $55.00
9 books: $80.00
BUY NOW at Blue Manatee
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Let’s Potty – training board game
by Aim High Games LLC
Let’s Potty was created and designed by a brother and sister team who were born and raised in
Cincinnati. Gina Blatt is a Mt. Lookout resident, who has changed her share of diapers. Daniel (Danny)
Skurow is a University of Cincinnati, DAAP, graduate is currently a graphic designer in San
Francisco, California. Growing up, Gina and Danny shared a love for board games and would often make
up their own fun games. Their sense of humor and love of creating resulted in their Let’s Potty!
Collaboration.
Let's Potty is a fun, humorous and lighthearted way to begin the potty training
conversation with your child. Regardless of
the specific potty training method you
use, Let's Potty is the perfect tool start the
process. Designed to play with a
parent, caregiver or older sibling, Let's Potty
is a positive and encouraging introduction to
the basic concepts of potty training and
hygiene. Before you know it, your child will
be asking to use the potty like a big kid.

$19.99 | Ages 2+ | 2-4 players
BUY NOW at Ted’s Toy Store in Madeira
Or on Amazon
Learn more: Let’s Potty!
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Get Healthy Hands Musical Hand Wash Timers
by Rick Ruskin Slam Dunk LLC
SLAM dunk LLC is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. Its owner, Rick Ruskin
was raised here, in addition to working at Kenner/Hasbro from 1995-2000.

Introducing Get Healthy Hands Musical Hand Wash Timers The fun and easy way for parents to get their children to wash
their hands for healthy hygiene. Characters, Lights and Music
motivate kids to wash for 20 seconds. Easily fits onto ALL
standard liquid soap dispensers. Consumers use their existing
trusted soap brand – not an unknown brand.

See 1-minute Youtube demo video of the
Healthy Hands Musical Hand Wash Timer
$3.99 | Ages 2+

BUY NOW online at Amazon, Comfort Market and at
www.GetHealthyHands.com
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SNACK NANNY® SPILL PROOF SNACK BOWL
by David Hamann Design
The Snack Nanny® product was designed and
developed by David Hamann Design of Cincinnati.
The Snack Nanny® name was also developed by
David Haman Design. Snack Nanny® is manufactured
and sold by Apex Product Development of Cincinnati.

BPA FREE …the first snack bowl for kids with a

$5.99 | Ages 1+

self-closing door. The Snack Nanny® allows kids to
snack freely without overeating, keeps kids
entertained and prevents them from creating a
mess for mom and dad to clean up. It's easy to
use, easy to clean and includes portion control
features that only the Snack Nanny® offers.

BUY NOW at Amazon and at
www.SnackNanny.com
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Ray Lohr for Marx Toys in Erie PA

Wheels

1960’s: Big Wheel invented by Cincinnatian
and Xavier University alum

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Green Toys Tractor
designed by Ron Boyle, RCB Design for Green Toys
The Green Toys™ Tractor puts a
whole new spin on farm-to-table.
With chunky, go-anywhere tires and a
detachable rear trailer, little farmers can
harvest and haul the freshest organic
produce their imaginations can grow.
Super safe and versatile with no metal
axles (no rust) or external coatings (no
chipping or peeling), it's ready for any
playtime payload, whether indoors or
outside. Made in the USA from 100%
recycled plastic milk jugs that save
energy and reduce greenhouse gas
emissions, this might just be the
"greenest" tractor around - despite its
vibrant orange hue. No BPA, phthalates,
or PVC.

$19.99 | Ages 1+
BUY NOW at Green Toys, and on Amazon
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Green Toys Ferry Boat
designed by Ron Boyle, RCB Design for Green Toys
Set sail with the Green Toys™ Ferry Boat.
This two-story vessel is ready to hit the
open water with room for eco-friendly
cargo galore, and even comes with two
Green Toys™ Mini Fastbacks. Use the
slide-out ramp to load up the spacious
bottom level that accommodates up to
four Green Toys™ Mini Vehicles or
Fastbacks. The open top deck features
two small benches on each side, as well
as eleven windows looking down into the
main level. Made in the USA from 100%
recycled plastic milk jugs that save
energy and reduce greenhouse gas
$24.99 | Ages 1+
emissions, ideal for any body of water durable, buoyant, dishwasher safe. Hull
BUY NOW at Green Toys, and on Amazon
detaches for easy cleaning. No BPA,
phthalates, PVC, or external coatings.
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Marvel Ultimate Spider-Man Power Webs Stunt Launch Spider Cycle
designed by Ron Boyle, RCB Design
Ron Boyle is an accomplished designer specializing in 3D design for a wide range of toys and all kinds of other
consumer products! Fluent in Unigraphics/NX, Ron can take a hand sketch and turn it in to a masterpiece.
Stunt Launch Spider Cycle does awesome stunts
Spider-Man figure rides on the cycle
Launch from the ramp with Power Webs
Attach the Rocket Ring for cool stunt landings
Missile launcher loads and fires with Power
Webs
BUY NOW at ToysRus, Walmart, Target and on Amazon
$21.99 | Ages 4+

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ProWood Fingerboards
by Jim Vickers

Full line of custom
fingerboards and
accessories
$10.95 and up

Since 2008, Prowood has been the creator of high quality,
hand crafted, custom fingerboards and accessories.
Company founder, Jim Vickers, was born and raised in the
Cincinnati area. Prowood Fingerboards are sold at
www.ProwoodFingerboards.com Made in Palmyra, Indiana
USA

BUY NOW at Ollie’s Skate Park 8171 Dixie Hwy Florence KY
Or online at http://prowoodfingerboards.com and at Amazon.
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for what would,
60 years later
be known as
the “Yo-Yo!”

CC Image courtesy of OhioHistoryCentral.org

Girls and Boys

1866 FIRST
U.S. PATENT

Disney’s Minnie Mouse Cheerleader
by BangZoom Design for Fisher Price
an emphasis on children’s products, Bang Zoom Design Ltd. has licensed over 100 inventions,
accounting for well over $1 Billion dollars in retail sales.
Minnie loves to cheer Mickey on!
Cheerin’ Minnie shows her support with
a variety of cheers, phrases, and pompom routines. She even sings the hit song
“Hey Mickey!” Kids will love to sing and
cheer along as Minnie shows plenty of
spirit for M-I-C-K-E-Y! Press the button on
Minnie’s shoe for over 12 phrases and
cheers. 3 pom-pom shaking positions.

$44.99 | Ages 2+


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COLOR Splasherz Hair Salon
by BangZoom Design for The Maya Group
The Color Splasherz Hair Salon is a
styling, designing fantasy of color change.
Colorize and design your hair accessories
using just water! You can twist your hair
extensions and change their color by
dipping, stamping and spraying with
water. You can also magically design and
change the color of the hair clips and hair
band gems. Want to change your style just dip and start again. It's magical and
mess free.
$24.99 | Ages 5-13

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Orbeez Luxury Spa
by BangZoom Design for The Maya Group
Give your feet a treat with the soothing
massage of the Orbeez Luxury Spa.
Orbeez are soft and soothing, wet and
wacky, bouncy and beautiful. With
soothing vibrations, more foot space and
ambient lighting, the Orbeez Luxury Spa
takes relaxation to a whole new level of
fun. The Luxury Spa features massaging
vibration and bouncing Orbeez. With a
built-in strainer heating your Orbeez is
easy.
$44.99 | Ages 5-13

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Marvel Ultimate Spider-Man Mega Blaster Web Shooter
designed by Ron Boyle, RCB Design for Hasbro
Ron Boyle is an accomplished designer specializing
in 3D design for a wide range of toys and all kinds of
other consumer products! Fluent in Unigraphics/NX,
Ron can take a hand sketch and turn it in to a
masterpiece.

Feel just like your favorite web-slinging hero!
2-in-1 blaster shoots "webs" or water
1 size fits most
Comes with web fluid, refillable water cartridge
and 1 Spider-Man glove
$19.99 | Ages 5+
BUY NOW at ToysRus and Walmart
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Monsters University – Scare Off Sully
by BangZoom Design for Spin Master

This awesome talking Sulley has hands,
eyebrows and a mouth that move and open to
bring his 14 hilarious phrases to life. Just give
him a squeeze and watch him go. Not only does
Sulley talk, but he also tries to scare you in the
lovable way that only Sulley can. But don't
worry, you can scare Sulley right back and
watch him fall back in fright. This interactive
plush Sulley is the perfect addition to any
Monsters University fan's collection.
$49.99 | Ages 3-6

BUY IT at Target

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Games

Mattel Magic 8 Ball
Invented by Albert Carter, introduced in 1950
by Alabe Products in Cincinnati

The Magic 8 Ball has an answer for everything! Ask a
question, shake the 8 Ball in your hands and peer into
the portal. The 20-sided dice inside floats up into
view with your answer.

$9.99 | Ages 6+ | 1 or more players |

Mattel Magic 8 Ball
Invented by Albert Carter in Cincinnati
introduced in 1950 by Alabe Products
Image via flickr cc qnd2011

BUY NOW at ToysRUs and on Amazon

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WordARound card game – ThinkFun Games
designed by Jeezle Pete’s for ThinkFun
Invented by local superstars, Joe and Dave Herbert of Jeezle Pete’s

Race to Unravel the Word! Recommended by American
Mensa, 2013. Major Fun Award - Puzzles - 2013.
Who knew that positioning a word in one continuous ring
would make it so tricky to read? The challenge in
WordARound is to quickly figure out where
the word starts and to readit aloud before you
opponents. The game seems so simple, but you'll find
yourself baffled as you race to spot and call out words!
Features: 100 WordARound Cards with 300 Words.

for
$29.99 | Ages 10+ | 2 or more players | 20 minutes or less
BUY IT NOW at Ted’s Toy Store in Madeira or on Amazon

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Jukem Football card game
designed by Jeff Spelman, Flying Pig Games LLC
Jukem Football was created by Cincinnati native,
Jeff Spelman, to connect with his son via their
shared passion all while practicing math skills.
Jukem Football is broadly appealing and
approachable for novice and expert fans alike.
Perfect for family game night, tailgates, birthday
parties. It’s the perfect gift for all the football fans
on your list! MADE IN USA.

$12.99 | Ages 8+
2 - 4 players | 20 minutes

BUY NOW at Ted’s Toy Store (Madeira), Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Gift Shop (Clifton), Blue Marble
Books (Ft Thos), at Amazon and online: http://www.jukemfootball.com
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Themed Monopoly-style Games
by Late for the Sky Productions
Get YOUR Game On, Cincinnati!
It's Your Roll!
A board game about the GREAT city of
Cincinnati! We chose some favorite landmarks
and traditions, mixed in some chili cheese
coneys, a few flying pigs, great
traditions, riverboats, and some BIG FUN...
and voilà (vwä lä)-behold….

IT’S CINCINNATI-OPOLY!
$24.95 | Ages 8+ | 2 – 6 players

Cincinnati’s Late for The Sky Productions has been making board games, since 1984. Find this and more
licensed and themed editions in local retailers all over town, on Amazon and at: http://www.lateforthesky.com
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Zombie-opoly
by Late for the Sky Productions
THIS GAME IS ROTTEN
The living dead, the undead – whatever you call them
they scare the pants off us!
There’s just something unnerving about lumbering corpses
that continue to attack after having limbs severed! And do
they really want to eat our flesh and BRAINS!

AAAaaarrrrrgggghhhh!
Zombie-opoly allows players to buy favorite zombies and
increase the rent by buying Boxes of Flesh and trading
them in for a Screaming Human.
It’s all fun and games until someone gets sent to BURIED
and is under ground and clawing their way to the surface for
three turns! Choose your token and shamble to RRrrrrrr!
You may soon be re-animated…or you may just be blood
spewed and bitten.
Whatever happens, this is a game where the fun never dies!
Traditional play or one-hour version

$24.95 | Ages 8+ | 2 – 6 Undead Players
Late for The Sky Productions has been making board games in Cincinnati since 1984. Find this and
many more themed “Opoly” editions in local retailers all over town, on Amazon and at the company
website: http://www.lateforthesky.com
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Nickname Knowledge sports trivia game
designed by BoogPagodie Games
Nickname Knowledge was started by longtime high school football coach Jim Barre and his college
roommate Ralph Herda. Jim is retired from coaching, and currently resides in Cincinnati, OH.
The 54 cards in the deck will provide hours of entertainment. Whether at the bar, in the basement, or tailgating at
the big game, Nickname Knowledge is fun for the casual fan, all the way up to the sports fanatic. Questions range
from: "Name the 5 pro sports teams that have nicknames that begin with 'D'?" to "Name the 6 pro teams that have
nicknames related to air and space?"

$11.99 | 1 or more players | Ages 8+

Nickname Knowledge is a registered trademark of BoogPagodie Games. The team names used in
this game are trademarks of the teams. Use of the team names in this game is necessary to
identify the teams. This game is not sponsored or endorsed by the owners of any team trademark.
BUY NOW online at NicknameKnowledge
Or at Koch’s Sporting Goods 66

Baffle!™ board game
by Flying Rabbit Enterprises
Looking for a brain teaser that exercises logical reasoning and problem
solving in a fun, challenging way? Then Baffle!’s the board game or
CD-Rom for you. Put all 25 pieces on the board so only 1 piece of each
shape and color appears in any row, column, or corner-to-corner
diagonal. Sound easy? Try it! Baffle!’s exciting played
solo, collaboratively, or competitively.
It is also great for birthdays, family game nights, travelers, and
classroom teachers.

$29.99* | Ages 8+ | Solo or multiple players | 20 minutes
*game also comes in a digital CD-ROM version for $19.99

Baffle!! was invented, designed, engineered by Diane
Hill at Flying Rabbit Enterprises’ headquarters in
Cincinnati. Game pieces are manufactured in Ft.
Wayne, IN and the rest of the game in Battle Creek, MI.

BUY IT HERE: Ted’s Toy Store in Madiera, Joseph Beth Booksellers Rookwood Shopping Center,
The Contemporary Arts Center downtown Cincinnati, The Villager in Mariemont, Cincinnati Museum Center,
and YottaQuest in Mt. Healthy OR ONLINE: http://bafflegame.com/
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The Trash Pack UFT
by BangZoom Design for Moose Toys

The Trash Pack is a collectable pencil topper toy
made from a soft material. Spin bins are a bin shaped
container with a wind up lid, released when the
button on the base is pressed. Spin bins can be
played on their own, but are also part of a game
where 2 or more characters can battle each other.

$6.99 | Ages 5+


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Courtier board game, Alderac Entertainment Group
designed by Philip duBarry
Philip duBarry is an accomplished
game designer in Cincinnati, Ohio.
$34.99 | Ages 10+ | 2 - 4 players | 60 minutes

In Courtier, 2–4 players compete for recognition in the royal
court. Your mission is to act as an influence broker,
manipulating the levers of power and granting favors to
important supplicants. You accomplish this by influencing
key people to act at your behest.
Play influence cards to gain sway over a key courtier, or play
power cards to manipulate the board in your favor. Control
each of the courtiers listed on a given petition, and you
earn victory points for completing that request. Bonus
points can be earned from cards and abilities. The winner is
the player with the highest score at the end of the game.

BUY IT HERE: Yottaquest in Mt. Healthy, and online at Coolstuffinc.com
Learn more at http://www.alderac.com/tempest/courtier/
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Canalis board game – Alderac Entertainment Group
Philip duBarry is an accomplished game designer in Cincinnati, Ohio.
In the wake of one of Tempests
namesake storms, a new area
near the city-state has opened
up for development, and your
faction looks to you to carve out
your power in this new area. A
game of building a new district
in the City-State of Tempest,
players in Canalis attempt to
expand the city through
strategic tile play, laying canals
and new construction while
fulfilling hidden goals for greater
power and preventing their
opponents from completing
their goals by blocking their
plans. 2-4 players and 45-60
minutes.

$39.99 | Ages 12+
2 - 4 players
45-60 minutes

BUY IT HERE: Yottaquest in Mt. Healthy, and online at Coolstuffinc.com
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Kingdom of Solomon, Minion Games

Kingdom of Solomon is a worker-placement
game with a few new twists and turns. Do you
claim a resource space, an action space or
throw in all your remaining pawns to grab a
powerful Bonus Space? Will you spend your
resources to extend Solomon's kingdom, take
some points in the Market or add to the
Temple? These and many other choices await
you in this highly interactive game.

BUY IT HERE: Yottaquest in Mt. Healthy, and online at Amazon.com
Learn more at www.miniongames.com
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Revolution board game, Steve Jackson Games

Revolution! is a board game where players take
advantage of the fluid political situation by secretly
bidding for a number of characters, each yielding a
combination of territory control, points (popular
support) and more currency with which to bid next
round. Players win by gaining the support of the people
(the most points). Players can gain bonus points by
controlling an area of the city at the end of the game.

BUY IT HERE: Yottaquest in Mt. Healthy, and online at Amazon.com
Learn more at www.sjgames.com/revolution

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Scrumbrawl board game
by Tim Bugher, VicTim Games
ScrumBrawl is a board game where players
control fantastic creatures vying for supremacy
within the Arena, scoring goals with enchanted
orbs and fighting other fantastic creatures to
prevent them from scoring. The 100-card deck
contains fifty creatures with different
characteristics that
determine how the
creature interacts with
the orbs (throw accuracy,
catching ability, and
throwing range), how fast
a creature can move, and
how effective it is in battle.
Many creatures also have
unique magic abilities that
can be used to manipulate
gameplay.

$39.95 | Ages 13+* | 2 - 4 players | 30-60 mins
*younger players can play with a little help!

Tim Bugher, one of the founders of
VicTim Games and co-designer of
ScrumBrawl resides in the Cincinnati
area with his wife Tammy and 2 boxers.
Tim is also actively involved in
CincyCon, Cincinnati’s own gaming
convention that takes place each year
in March.

BUY NOW at East Side Games & Cards (Milford) Yottaquest (Mt Healthy), on Amazon and at
http://www.scrumbrawl.com
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Bidittle board game
by Patricia Smaracko, Alantis Company
Share your love of Bridge with others….designed with kids in mind!
“I could teach my kids Bridge with this game.”
--Mensa Mind Games® Competition 2011

$19.99 | 2 – 4 players | Ages 7+ |
BIDittle is a bidding and trick-taking card / board game to
help Bridge players teach family and friends the game of
Bridge. The game simplifies the Bridge learning curve by
breaking the process into three different levels of play.

BUY NOW online at http://www.bidittle.com
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JEWELIES GAME
designed by Cindy Huxel, Long Play 360 LLC
LongPlay 360, LLC is a woman owned business committed to
creating toys, games and resources that assist in teaching K-12
core subjects. Our games are fun and children love to play them.
We hope you will bring our products into your classroom and
home.

Jewelies Game is fun for the whole family!
Using a collection of jewels, a 20 sided dice, Market Cards and individual score sheets,
players collect, trade, negotiate and strategize while the market effects changing values
of the jewels. Win by having the most valuable collection at the end of the game! It is
easy to understand and engaging for players age 7+.

$35.00 | Ages 7+ | 20 mins
BUY NOW at www.longplay360.com
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Bicycle Zombie! Playing Cards
by US Playing Card Company

The United States Playing Card Company, makers of
Bicycle® Brand Playing Cards, has been located
in Greater Cincinnati since being founded in 1867.
In 2009,. USPC moved into a new, state-of-the-art
facility in Erlanger, KY after being based in Norwood,
OH since 1901.

Don’t be caught off guard for the Zombie Apocalypse!
$3.99 | All Ages
The Bicycle® Brand Zombie Deck features a distinctive
zombie design on the tuck and the card backs. The court
cards have zombie art and all 52 cards have fun and
helpful tips on how to survive a zombie attack.
Bicycle's Zombie Deck features our classic "scare"cushion finish. Made in the USA at The United States
Playing Card Company on quality stock with a premium
BUY NOW at Walgreens stores
finish.
or online: http://www.shopbicyclecards.com/Bicycle-Zombie-Playing-Cards-P158C42.aspx
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Bicycle Peacock Playing Cards
by US Playing Card Company

The United States Playing Card Company, makers of Bicycle®
Brand Playing Cards, has been located in Greater Cincinnati
since being founded in 1867. In 2009,. USPC moved into a new,
state-of-the-art facility in Erlanger, KY after being based in
Norwood, OH since 1901.

$3.99 | All Ages

The Peacock Deck is all about style and flair. Available
in purple and green with a repeating pattern of
peacock feathers, this deck makes a subtly stylish
addition to your collection.
The Peacock Deck features original artwork on the
front and backs of the cards, including the Ace of
Spades. These decks were printed in the USA at the
United States Playing Card Company and printed on
premium stock with a quality finish.

BUY NOW at Walgreens stores or online:
http://www.shopbicyclecards.com/Peacock-P209C42.aspx
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MATTEL UNO CARD GAME
Invented by Merle Robbins, Reading Ohio 1971

$4.99 | Ages 7+

The Original Uno Game. Be the
first player or be on the first team
to score 500 points in this classic
family game! Play cards from your
hand by matching color, number,
or word with the top card of the
discard pile. When you have one
card left, yell UNO! Includes 108
cards and instructions.

BUY NOW at ToysRUs and on Amazon
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Cincinnati Toy Store Directory
The Queen City is also chock full of specialty toy & game shops!
Venture out of the Big Box and see the magical things that await you here:
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Arcadian Comics & Games (Newport)
Blue Manatee Children’s Bookstore & deCafé (Oakley)
Blue Marble Children’s Bookstore (Ft. Thomas, KY)
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center Gift Shop (Clifton)
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal (Downtown)
Coolest Toys on Earth (Milford)
Joseph Beth Kids Bookstore (Norwood/Hyde Park and Crestivew Hills)
King Arthur’s Court Toys (Oakley)
Learning Express Toys (Crestview Hills, KY)
Queen City Comic & Card Co. (Pleasant Ridge)
Recreations Outlet (Milford)
Ted’s Toy Store (Madeira)
Toko Kidz (Clifton)
YottaQuest (Mt Healthy)

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About Cincinnati Game and Toy
Industry Professionals
With over 300 members spanning the industry who work with global brands and
local startups, this group connects people in the Greater Cincinnati area who work in
the game and toy industry to share news, ideas and includes periodic meetups to
build relationships and promote Cincinnati's long heritage as a game and toy
innovation hotbed.
Focus is limited to family-oriented and children's products.
Founded in June 2010
by Michelle Spelman
http://www.linkedin.com/in/michellespelman
Cincinnati Game & Toy on Linkedin
Find us on twitter!

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Index
Product

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Anki artificial intelligence
racing game & app

Everything Kids Learning
31 Activities Book - F+W Media

22

Orbeez Luxury Spa - Maya Group

58

Baby Alive doll - Hasbro

6

52

Pillow Pets Virtual World app

32

Baffle board game
Barbie Swim and Race Pups
Playset
Baseball Pitching Machines GameMasterAthletic

67 Fingerboards - Prowood
Fluorescent Rock Kit 28 Geocentral

54

Play Doh - Hasbro

45

41

Playing Cards - Peacock - Bicycle

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Spirograph
Star Wars - Haynes manuals
Death Star & Millenium Falcon
Star Wars - The Bounty Hunter
Code book
Star Wars - Thumb Wrestling
book

34 Frisbee Toss - Wham-o

36

Playing Cards - Zombie - Bicycle

76

Toob-a-Link building toy

43

Bidittle - Bridge board game

74 Gold Panning Kit - Geocentral
Jewelies Board Game 50 Longplay360

42

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Tracter by Green Toys

51

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Revolution board game - duBarry
Rosie the Riveter historic action
figure

24

Trampoline Basketball hoop

37

46 Jukem Football card game
Kingdom of Solomon board
30 game - duBarry

63

Santa From Cincinnati

15

Trash Pack UFT

68

71

Scrumbrawl board game - Bugher

73

True Joy Acoustics Ukuleles

44

16 Let's Potty! Board game
Light Bulb Baking book (History
64 of Easy Bake Oven)

47

Sit 'n Spin - Hasbro

8

Uno Card Game - Mattel

78

17

Snack Nanny snack dispenser

49

Uno Card Game - Mattel

5

57 Little Tikes Cozy Coupe

7

Snowflakes pop-up book

13

27

69 Magic 8 Ball - Mattel
Mensch on a Bench book and
40 plush set
Monsters University Scare Off
56 Sully
My Backpack Tags - Confident
26 Kids
Nickname Knowledge card
10 game

61

Snowglobe pop-up greeting card

12

21

Song and Dance Man book
Spiderman Action Figures assorted
Spiderman Mega Blaster Web
Shooter
Spiderman Power Webs Stunt
Launch Power Cycle

11

Wibbly-Woo by abbydid
Women of Steel and Stone
book
WordARound card game ThinkFun

65

59

Zombie-opoly board game
Z-Tek Bow and arrow set - Zing
Toys

53

Canalis board game

81

Big Wheel - Marx Toys
Blue Manatee Boxes - Baby
unplugged
Choremonster app
Cincinnati Night Before
Christmas
Cincinnati-opoly board game
Color Splasherz Hair Salon Maya Group
Courtier board game
Dinosaur Nest Dig Kit Geocentral
Disney Minnie Mouse
Cheerleader
Disney Princess Palace Pets
Easy Bake Oven - Hasbro

Ferry Boat by Green Toys

60
39
66

Product

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25

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9
19
20
18

14

62

35
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