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This fall we introduced a new line of products called My Own. The 4-peice series features portable play sets for the little chef, little mommy, little builder, and little baker. Designed for use at home, in the car, or at a friend’s house, these sets are easy to transport and perfect moms on the go. On sale for just $24.99 (reg. $29.99) with $0.99 shipping, these are a great gift for kids ages 2 and up.

Serve up a barbecue with tongs and condiments included with the My Own Grill™. Features electronic grilling lights and clicking knobs. Plus, cooking sounds make for a realistic experience.

Pretend you’re doing the laundry in My Own Laundry™ right alongside mom & dad. This portable washer includes a spray bottle, hangers, clicking iron, and other accessories.

Screw in nuts and bolts with the My Own Workshop™. Includes  and electronic table saw features play saw and other power tool sounds. Plus it features a retractable drill for realistic play!

Your little chef will role play right along side with the My Own Bakery™. They can measure the ingredients, whisk the batter and roll out the dough. also features a removable cutting board and oven light to peek inside as the cookies bake!

Which My Own set is your favorite?

The creative minds at our sister company Infantino and award-winning publisher of educational apps Tipitap created a new (and free!) iPhone app and loveable iPhone case ($19.99) called Beary Happi, a first-of-its-kind, interactive, lovable 21^st century teddy bear -the first of many HappiTaps™.

Just place your iPhone® or iPod touch® in a HappiTaps™ plush and huggable cover and start the HappiTaps™ app. Watch as Beary becomes your child’s new best friend.

Beary Happi is beautifully rendered in 3D computer animation, which together with the use of audio, video, motion sensors and gyroscopes (all of which make up the iPhone/iPod touch’s cutting-edge technology), create a truly interactive toy. Kids will watch him come to life in a manner never before experienced in a plush toy.

Children will love nurturing Beary Happi, feeding him, helping him go to sleep, as well as listening to him chat, share fun facts, play ‘Peek-a-boo,’ tell jokes, stories and sing songs. The app features over 150 different expressions to keep kids engaged and learning and since the toy’s life force is an app, new features will be added periodically through updates to create new fun and learning experiences for the child.

College football season has begun and we have started to celebrate with the new OSU Wagon for Two Plus, created for future Buckeye fans. Made in Ohio with Ohio pride, the OSU wagon in Scarlet and Gray for ages 1.5 and up features the official Ohio State logo.

It has an easy-latch door that opens and closes for easy entry and exit, two drink holders, two comfortable molded-in seats with under-seat storage, and an extra long handle that folds under for easy transport.

Step2 traveled to Columbus for the OSU/Akron game on September 3rd to debut the new wagon. Buckeye fans had a great time at FanFest and got the first look at the wagon.

Fans also got a sneak peek of the Pioneer Patio Chairs from the new Step2 brand North Coast Outdoor!

Congrats to the winners of the free OSU Wagons!

Order yours today for your future Buckeye! Available now exclusively online at Step2.com for just $89.99. Please note: Quantities are limited due to high demand.

We are looking to expand to other NCAA teams next year.

We are starting to roll out our new toys for Fall 2011. The newest toys to join the Fall 2011 lineup, already consisting of an art desk easel combo, a zebra ride-on, and a push car taxi, include a new table & chairs set, activity table that works with Lego® and MEGA Blocks®*, toddler-sized climber, and 6-pack of playmats.

LifeStyle™ Kitchen Table & Chairs Set

This all-purpose table & chairs set is designed to coordinate with our Step2 furniture and Kitchens! Made in USA.

Build & Store Block & Activity Table

This multipurpose table is the perfect play space for building, drawing, or any creative adventure.  With lots of storage and removable block plates, it’s also a great activity table. Plus, it works with Lego® and MEGA Blocks®!* Made in USA.

Up & Down Elephant

Slide off the nose on this cute, elephant-styled activity center! A perfect first slide for young toddlers.  Made in USA.

Designer Playmats – 23″ x 23″ (6 Pack) (available in single packs soon)

This 6 pack of our Designer Playmats creates 88 square feet (8.19 square meters) of cushioned surface for on-the-floor activities. Each pack contains 4 interlocking mats in 4 different colors to compliment any creative room decor!

*Lego® is a registered trademark of The LEGO Group and MEGA Blocks® is a registered trademark of MEGA Brands Inc.

The Art Easel Desk is the newest toy to join the Fall 2011 toy collection. It is the perfect place to create a masterpiece with room to share! This easel and desk combo features plenty of storage space and a sturdy easel with a supply shelf and art clip. Great for multiple child play. For ages 1.5 and up.

Step2 has been proudly making toys in the USA at our factory in Ohio for the past 20 years. So what better way to celebrate than with a limited edition of one of our all-time customer favorites?

Just in time for Independence Day, we have created a special edition Choo Choo Wagon in red, white, and blue. The Complete Choo Choo Train Combo – USA Edition is available for a limited time at Step2.com and the Step2 Store just outside our headquarters in Streetsboro, OH. The wagon includes a red and white Choo Choo Wagon and blue Choo Choo Trailer (not sold separately).

Here’s what some of our moms and dads have said about their beloved Choo Choo Wagon:

“A must for parents of multiples. Our triplet girls love being carted around together, watching eachother in a line and giggling. Two wagons also work but then you need a second puller. Perfect for a single caregiver and the move.” – Dad of triplets, Deerfield, WI

“I had the original choo choo wagon and loved it. When I saw the newer model had seatbelts, I decided to purchase another wagon with a trailer for my youngest. I am so glad I did. We now use both wagons for family get togethers (5 kids under 3) and they absolutely love it. There is no fighting since they each have their own individual car and its much lighter to pull than my regular wagon. This is a great buy and worth every penny.” – Mom, Milwaukee, WI

“This is the only stroller / riding toy that my 2 year old son will sit in for more than 10 min at a time. All the kids love it!” – Dad, Olathe, KS

Just a reminder – To celebrate with our families this weekend, Step2 will be closed for the holiday on Monday, July 4. We will reopen on Tuesday, July 5 at 8AM.