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29 Hand Cribbage Board — Enjoy cribbage-to-go with this portable board designed in the shaped of the highest possible score. Crafted of wood, it's perfect for home or travel, with wood pegs that pack neatly inside. 10"L x 7"W x 1/2"H.
Bible Trivia — Brush up on facts from the Good Book as your family enjoys hours of spirited fun with a spiritual difference. Have fun answering over 1700 trivia questions from the Old and New Testaments, including 200 childrens' questions. Includes gameboard, 20 Judgement cards, four playing pieces, die, and instructions. Two to four players or teams, ages 7 and up.
Bilz (TM) Box — If you want it, you'll have to play for it! Putting money in a standard envelope is not much of a challenge. Insert your gift of money in a Bilz box and they'll have to complete the exciting maze to get the cash! This fun, reusable game is two great gifts in one. Great for presenting gift certificates, bonds, and tickets, too. 7 1/2" x 4 1/2". US made.
Chess Teacher — At last-chess pieces with the rules for how they move printed right on them! Now everyone can play. You get a complete set of plastic chess pieces with printed-on rules for moving, chess board, and an instruction booklet, which you won't need because the pieces are so clearly marked!
Classic Arcade Games — Remember these video games from the 80's? They're still great fun today, easier than current games and non-violent. Complete handheld versions features bright LCD screens, 6 levels of play, arcade scoring, energy saving auto shut off. Needs 2 AA batteries(not included).
Continuo (R) Game — Continuo is the one-rule game the whole family will love! Easy to learn for one to five players, each card features chains of colors (each square of the chain counts for a point) and no two cards are alike. The object is to match your card to as many color chains as possible. It's continuous fun for ages 5 to 105!
Its Bunco Time (TM) — Have you played Bunco? It's a fast-paced party game for 4 to 12, where you roll the dice as quickly as you can to roll certain combinations. Everything you need: instructions, nine dice, score pads, even a large "fuzzy die" prize. Made in USA.
Jumbling Tower — Can you build the tower without jumbling, bumbling, or knocking it down? It's a test of skill with twist of luck-each player removes one block from the bottom or middle of the tower and places it on the top. The challenge: they can pick only the color block assigned by their toss of the die. Game's over when the tower tumbles. Ages 5 and up.
Lucky 13 Card Game — Lucky you-your family can play a fast-paced, easy-to-learn game in about 30 minutes! Using simple addition and subtraction, players get rid of their cards and score points by making the running total reach zero or 13. With a little strategy, quick thinking, and Lucky 13s, you could be the first to score 500 points. For two to six players, ages 7 to adult. Game includes 55 cards, rule booklet, and scorepad.
Magic 8 Ball TM — Since 1946, this remarkable device has answered people's questions about their friends, future, anything. Just ask, turn it over, the answer spookily appears in the window. "Will the person holding this catalog place an order soon?" The 8 Ball's reply: "Maybe". Includes booklet of Magic 8 Ball history. 3 1/2" diam.
Mini Double Dice Game — Your score will be twice as high with these "dice within dice". Each is a regular dice, enclosed in a see through shell that is itself another dice. You get 5 double dice, playing instructions, carrying case, scoring sheets, and a pencil.
Nostalgia Toy Tins — I had more fun and learned more about Marbles, Jacks, and Tiddly Winks in 10 minutes with these nostalgic tins than during my entire childhood. Each good-looking tin contains everything you need, including instructions. Stores compactly. All 3 5/8"W x 1 3/4"H x 5"L.
Peg Games Set — Here are seven brain teasers to delight thoughtful folk ages 5 to adult. Includes Tic-Tac-toe, Go to the Races, Drag Race, Mind Twister, Galaxy, Take-a-Way, Jump Peg. You get seven solid wood game boards, plastic pegs, dice.
Perquackey — We're not sure what it means, but we do know it's fun. Just shake and spill the letter cubes, then let the game begin! You race the timer and reuse letters again and again to come up with as many words as possible. Game includes 13 letter cubes, timer, cup, and directions, all in a unique game tin. It's whacky, Perquacky family fun; ages 7 and up.
Shape by Shape Puzzle — Kids and adults agree, Shape By Shape is a brain-teasing, pattern-mixing challenge that's lots of fun! Combine 14 puzzle pieces to match patterns with one of 60 puzzle cards. Relax...the solutions are on the back! Includes slide-out plastic tray/storage box. 5"x5" square.
Ultimate Trivia Sports Board Games — Let the games begin! Sports fans can test their knowledge of football, basketball, and baseball with three exciting games. Each features a novice category, so fans of all ages and skill levels can enjoy. Includes board; instructions; 360 question cards; six playing pieces; and 30 "Referee", "Umpire", or "Official" call cards. For 2 or more players.
Wooden Tic Tac Toe — Beautifully carved of solid wood, this classic game becomes a distinctive home accent to admire and enjoy for years. Perfect for coffee table display, the three-layer format allows strategic play for the whole family. Instructions included. 4 3/4" sq.

Puzzles

A Special Ingredient Cat Puzzle — Isn't it fun helping out in the kitchen - especially when you're a mischievous cat on a warm summer morning? This colorful, 750-piece jigsaw puzzle is pretty enough to frame. 22"x22" when completed.
All American Puzzle — Old Glory is the proud canvas for this collage of 1443 stamps, dating from the 1870s to present. The 50 stars are postmarks from all 50 United States, symbolizing the collective individualism that makes American great. 1000 pieces. Ages 12 and up. 27" x 20". Made in USA.
Apple or Diamond 3-D Puzzles — These 3-D puzzles are perfect for anyone who loves a challenge! The interlocking pieces are made of many shapes and forms-testing skill, dexterity, and patience. Once completed, each becomes a sparkling work of art. Adam's Apple TM. 48 pieces. Family Jewel TM. 40 pieces. Made in the USA.
Brain Benders Set/4 — I think folks buy these to make their friends look sily. "Here, it's so easy" you say, briskly assembling one, not mentioning the hours you spent figuring out how. "Now you try." You get all four, save the instructions.
Christmas Tree Shaped Puzzle — This elegant Victorian tree brims with Christmas angels, festive ornaments, flickering candles, berry garland, and of course, presents beneath its generous boughs. Complete with star topper, this giftable puzzle takes on the shape of a tree when completed. 1,000 pieces; measures 3 ft long.
Dove of Hope Shaped Puzzle — This elegant puzzle is shaped like a flying dover, with an olive branch of peace in its beak. And on its body and wings is artist Sandra Bergeron's pastel collage of hope and devotion: details include the Magii, a country church, covered bridge, mystic sea. 1000 pieces, 40" x 24" finished.
Elvis Puzzle — Elvis fans will be" all shook up" by this puzzle of the King! A pastime treasure, the 1000-pc. jigsaw provides hours of enjoyment, with a finished piece worth framing. 19 1/4"L x 26 3/4"W.
Emmett Kelly Shaped Puzzle — This uniquely shaped puzzle captures the endearing spirit of America's favorite clown, Emmett Kelly. Inside its borders, artist rendering portray the many smiles of the beloved entertainer. Enjoy puzzle-in-a-puzzle challenge with 1000 pieces. 34"L x 24"W. Three bonus puzzles included! Each 50-pc bonus puzzle takes the shape of a balloon, bearing a jovial face of Emmmett Kelly.
Fabulous Fifties Jukebox Puzzle — Recalling poodle skirts and cat-eye glasses, hot rod cards, and beehive hairdo's-this rockin-rollin' puzzle brings it all back in the shape of a jammin' jukebox. 1000-pc. jukebox-shaped puzzle depicts 36 cultural symbols from the 1950s. 21" x 36".
Friskys Backyard Puzzle — This challenging puzzle for jigsaw enthusiasts is two cats in one. The puzzle's outline is a cat (no straight outer edges to help you along). And the puzzle's image features a cat, too, in a charming Victorian garden scene. Plus, the monarch butterfly is a bonus extra puzzle, included in the box. 900 pieces, 3 feet long.
Golden Retriever Shaped Puzzle — Shaped jigsaw puzzles are fun and beautiful, too. This one's over 3 feet long, from a painting by artist Kevin Daniel showing a happy family afternoon at the lake. The overall shape is a gold retriever. 900 pieces (including 15 bone shaped pieces). 26 3/4" x 37 1/2"L.
Golf Clubs Shaped Puzzle — Solving the puzzling problem of what to give the golfer, this shaped jigsaw puzzle is just the thing! Features over 500 pieces, depiciting 12 famous courses across the USA. Finished puzzle takes the shape of a golf bag for added fun. 14"L x 26"W. Made in USA.
Photo Jigsaw Puzzle — Children will love putting the pieces of their own picture together. Send us a favorite color photo, or slide and we'll return it to you along with a 30-piece, full-color, 8" x 10" jigsaw puzzle of your photo on laminated cardboard. Allow 2 to 4 weeks.
Prince Of The Pond Puzzle — This 1000-piece challenge includes a multitude of princely creatures in beautiful nature scenes-taking the overall shape of a larger frog once the puzzle is completed. Provides hours of fun for puzzle lovers and frog fans! Cardboard linen paper. 29"L x 35"W.
State Birds and Flowers Puzzle — This fascinating jigsaw puzzle will start many interesting conversations and pull back some fond memories too-it contains every state bird and flower for all fifty states. 1000 pieces in all, 24 x 30" assembled, and it's beautiful and informative too, with all birds and flowers clearly labeled.
Statue of Liberty Puzzle — This unique puzzle brings the sights of New York City alive as it boasts the shape of our beloved symbol of freedom. Inside her frame, the New York City skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State Building, and American Flag capture the spirit of American pride. 1000 pieces. 17" x 39" when completed.
Swan Lake Swan Shaped Puzzle — Relaxing and serene, this beautiful puzzle depicts a colorful, natural pond scene--brought to life within the borders of a larger swan shape. Puzzle lovers can't resist the puzzle-in-a-puzzle challenge of Swan Lake. Measures 21 1/2"x36" overall and includes 1000 jigsaw pieces.
Thomas Kinkade Puzzle — Unlike ordinary puzzles, this one features 500 curved, curly, interlocking pieces - all varying in size to vary the challenge. Featuring the highly acclaimed artwork of Thomas Kinkade, this extraordinary piece measures 27" x 20" when complete. Cardboard.
Wake Up Call Rooster Puzzle — The shape is an impressive rooster, and the colorful painted scene inside is a nostalgic farm, complete with milk buckets, a fine barn, and an old-fashioned plowman. Many pieces are interesting shapes: I found a bell, horse, butterfly, apple, heart. Challenging fun for rainy afternoons. Finished size 26 3/4" W x 34 1/4" H. 1000 pieces.
Wolf Song Puzzle — Nature lovers and puzzle experts will hear the call and answer the challenge of our Wolf Song Puzzle. Beautifully rendered and generously sized, it measures 34" x 27" overall and includes 1,000 jigsaw pieces fitting its uniquely shaped construction. Provides "puzzle-in-a-puzzle" enjoyment testing the skills of all ages. Made in USA.

Playing Cards

Card Holders — Even loaded canasta hands are easy to deal with when you use these holders. Set of 4 holders, each 2 1/2" across, molded of sturdy plastic in bright, assorted colors. A real help for people with arthritis, hand or arm injuries. Also perfect for childrens' very first Crazy Eights or Go Fish games - easy for kids' small fingers to hold a hand of cards.
Card Shuffler — Some folks can shuffle, some can't. For the can'ts, this device does the trick. Just divide 1 or 2 decks between trays, press button, and cards shuffle themselves. Plastic case 8" x 3 3/4" x 3 1/2" high. Requires two C batteries (not included).
Crooked Playing Cards — We can't claim they'll improve your "hand", but the unique crooked shaped of these playing cards makes them easy to grip, easy to hold, and a handfuul of fun! The life of the card party, this smooth-shuffling deck is sure to add a little craziness to everything from Crazy Eights to Cribbage. Standard deck.
Free Standing Card Holders — Don't let limited hand movement stop the fun. Lightweight card holders stand by themselves at a comfortable viewing angle, curved edges prevent others from seeing your hand. Easily insert/remove up to 15 cards in wide slot at top. Sturdy plastic, 8 1/2" across, 4"H.
Jumbo Pip Playing Cards — Trouble seeing your cards? These quality decks from Hoyle are standard bridge size, but the printing on them is huge. Specially designed by a doctor for the vision impaired. Single deck is red or blue (we'll choose for you). Two deck set is one red, one blue. Plastic coated.
Optical Illusion Playing Cards — Anyone can play a card trick, but these cards play their own tricks... on your eyes! Your card club will enjoy each of the 52 optical illusions vividly depicted on each card. Colors and shapes transform themselves, "magically," right before your eyes. Can't figure out what you're supposed to be seeing? Each card features a brief explanation of its illusion. Standard deck.
Revolving Card Holder — For all games where you draw and discard cards (like Gin Rummy, Crazy Eights). Clear plastic holder keeps the deck and discard piles neatly separate, prevents confusion. Turntable base swivels for easier draws and discards, 5" x 7", boxed. Cards not included.