Maverix Introduces Electric Skateboards for All Ages
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o-founded by NBA star Tony Parker, Maverix electric skateboards are wireless remote-controlled boards built for riders of all levels. The boards are equipped with a progressive three-position accelerator and an ABS braking system to ensure a smooth stop. The California style is the lightest Maverix model, ideal for the youngest riders. This lightweight, easy-touse board is stable with moderate speed variations, topping out at 6 mph. Urban Spirit is a lightweight version that offers moderate speed and power, allowing the rider to tackle inclines and flat surfaces alike with a maximum speed of 12 mph. The Cruiser 600W is the ideal model for long rides on smooth surfaces. The board is curved for maximum flexibility and adhesion. Maverix’s most powerful model is the Boarder X. Boasting a maximum speed of 22 mph and a high motorized battery, this board comes in classic and lithium and allows riders to enjoy trips along dirt roads.
Winning Moves Provides a New Twist on Classic Games
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onnect 4 Twist & Turn, from Winning Moves Games, is a new twist on the classic game. Each level of the Connect 4 tower turns to add a new level of gameplay as the two players try to get four discs in a row to win. Hi-Ho! Cherry-O is the classic first counting game for kids. Kids ages 2 to 4 attempt to be the first to pick their cherry trees clean and fill their buckets. A single spin can add up to four cherries to a bucket, but a dog, bird, or spilled bucket can empty it. This game has been helping kids learn to count and practice other math skills for more than 30 years. Winning Moves will also bring back Guess Who, allowing players to ask yes or no questions to try to guess the mystery person on their opponent’s card. Players ask the right questions to eliminate the wrong faces, and be the first to identify their opponent’s mystery person.
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Play Visions Brings Dragons to Life
Snowtime Anytime Slingshot
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lay Visions has partnered with World Alive to introduce Aqua Dragons Jurassic Time Travel. Aqua Dragons is a line of science toys with animal themes that encourage kids ages 6 and up to hatch and grow their own live aquatic pets. New to the Snowtime Anytime line is the Snowtime Anytime Slingshot, allowing kids to take snowball fights to a whole new level. The set includes a sturdy plastic slingshot and six soft and safe snowballs.
68 • THE TOY BOOK
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2014