| just passed the midway point of 2006. A survey of | | | | easy to follow projects, eight colors of embroidery |
| leading department stores shows that children age 12 | | | | floss, shapes to make felt animals and a notebook |
| years old and below have diverse tastes and | | | | cover, stuffing, fabric, needles, scissors, measuring tape, |
| preferences when it comes to their favorite toys. The | | | | straight pins, thimble, pin cushion, buttons and a |
| following are among those that have been frequently | | | | pom-pom strip. |
| mentioned. | | | | 4. Super Embroidery Kit |
| 1. Garfield and Friends (Volume 5) | | | | Another well-loved favorite from Alex is this Super |
| Among children aged 5 to 8, the most popular toy is | | | | Embroider Kit, especially for those between the ages |
| this video collection of episodes from creator Jim | | | | of 7 and 12. Like the sewing kit, the embroider kit |
| Davis' family-favorite cartoon. This is no surprise since | | | | comes with virtually everything your child will need to |
| Garfield is the most widely syndicated comic strip | | | | start the traditional fine art of embroidering right away, |
| character in the world. Volume Five is the final volume | | | | including twelve colors of floss, plastic embroidery |
| of the series and includes the entire 1993-1994 | | | | hoop, scissors, needles, ribbon, sequins, buttons, glass |
| seasons. | | | | beads, flowers, three felt butterflies, five colors of felt, |
| 2. Strawberry Shortcake World of Friends | | | | felt shapes, practice cloth, transfer paper, others |
| Another favorite of the 5-to-8 year old set is this | | | | supplies, as well as instructions and ideas for |
| delightful video from 20th Century Fox that features | | | | embroidery. |
| Strawberry Shortcake and her new pals from other | | | | 5. GeoSafari Talking Globe |
| parts of the world. The videois set in Paris, France and | | | | Ranking fifth among favorite toys is this well-loved |
| is an effective vehicle for teaching children about the | | | | product from the Educational Insights group that |
| value of friendship. | | | | teaches children aged 12 and below about geography. |
| 3. My First Sewing Kit | | | | The globe is actually an interactive geography quiz |
| Among children aged 7 to 12 years old, this kit from | | | | game with lights and sound effects to guide and |
| toy manufacturers Alex ranks as the most popular for | | | | reward your child as they play. One to four players |
| 2006. It comes with virtually everything that a child | | | | can choose up four different quiz categories (USA |
| needs to start learning the fine art of sewing right | | | | Canada, World, World + USA/Canada). |
| away, including pre-cut patterns for five quick and | | | | |