TOY EXPRESS
a division of
TOY LIBRARY FEDERATION OF NEW ZEALAND
TOY EXPRESS…
• is a service for all affiliated toy libraries in NZ to access
cheaper prices for toys and goods than through commercial
retailers
TOY EXPRESS…
• is a service for all affiliated toy libraries in NZ to access
cheaper prices for toys and goods than through commercial
retailers
• offers advice on the quality of toys and recommendations for
new toys and their uses
TOY EXPRESS IS…
• one Toy Buyer – Pam
TOY EXPRESS IS…
• one Toy Buyer – Pam
• a 20 hours per week paid position
TOY EXPRESS IS…
• one Toy Buyer – Pam
• a 20 hours per week paid position
• run with a laptop, printer, phone and folders – from Pam’s home
TOY EXPRESS IS…
• one Toy Buyer – Pam
• a 20 hours per week paid position
• run with a laptop, printer, phone and folders– from Pam’s
home
TOY EXPRESS IS NOT…
TOY EXPRESS IS…
• one Toy Buyer – Pam
• a 20 hours per week paid position
• run with a laptop, printer, phone and folders– from Pam’s home
TOY EXPRESS IS NOT…
• a warehouse!
But can look
like one
at times!
Guess the Toy….
Maze Balancing Board - $67.95
TOY EXPRESS can help you when choosing toys
TOY EXPRESS can help you when choosing toys
Libraries have a role to provide children with a choice of
 good quality
 safe
to help with their developmental needs.
 fun toys and games
TOY EXPRESS can help you when choosing toys
Libraries have a role to provide children with a choice of
 good quality
 safe
 fun toys and games
to help with their developmental needs.
Before you buy… know what toys your library already has;
• only duplicate if you have a high demand for the toy
• evaluate your toys regularly – frequency of use,
maintenance needed, age and needs of the library
members
When thinking about what to buy… ask yourself…
When thinking about what to buy… ask yourself…
Is it
fun?
When thinking about what to buy… ask yourself…
Is it
interesting?
Is it
fun?
When thinking about what to buy… ask yourself…
Is it
safe &
durable?
Is it
interesting?
Is it
fun?
When thinking about what to buy… ask yourself…
Is it
safe &
durable?
Is it
interesting?
Is it
fun?
Does it stimulate
creativity and
imagination?
When thinking about what to buy… ask yourself…
Is it
safe &
durable?
Does it encourage
inquisitiveness and
resourcefulness?
Is it
interesting?
Is it
fun?
Does it stimulate
creativity and
imagination?
When thinking about what to buy… ask yourself…
Is it
safe &
durable?
Does it encourage
inquisitiveness and
resourcefulness?
Is it
interesting?
Is it a tool
for learning?
Is it
fun?
Does it stimulate
creativity and
imagination?
When thinking about what to buy… ask yourself…
Is it
safe &
durable?
Does it encourage
inquisitiveness and
resourcefulness?
Is it
fun?
Is it
interesting?
Is it a tool
for learning?
Is it challenging,
yet not
frustrating?
Does it stimulate
creativity and
imagination?
When thinking about what to buy… ask yourself…
Is it
safe &
durable?
Does it encourage
inquisitiveness and
resourcefulness?
Is it
fun?
Is it
interesting?
Is it a tool
for learning?
Does it invite
repeated use?
Is it challenging,
yet not
frustrating?
Does it stimulate
creativity and
imagination?
When thinking about what to buy… ask yourself…
Is it
safe &
durable?
Does it involve/
need adult
interaction?
Is it a tool
for learning?
Does it encourage
inquisitiveness and
resourcefulness?
Does it invite
repeated use?
Is it
fun?
Is it
interesting?
Is it challenging,
yet not
frustrating?
Does it stimulate
creativity and
imagination?
When thinking about what to buy… ask yourself…
Is it
safe &
durable?
Does it involve/
need adult
interaction?
Is it a tool
for learning?
Does it invite
repeated use?
Does it encourage
inquisitiveness and
resourcefulness?
Is it
interesting?
Does it address
developing needs?
Is it challenging,
yet not
frustrating?
Is it
fun?
Does it stimulate
creativity and
imagination?
Guess the Toy….
Symphony 2 - $99.40
THE THREE TYPES OF BUYING
THE THREE TYPES OF BUYING
• Spontaneous
making use of specials, new products being available/advertised
THE THREE TYPES OF BUYING
• Spontaneous
making use of specials, new products being available/advertised
• Wish List
after research, catalogue looking, listening to members
THE THREE TYPES OF BUYING
• Spontaneous
making use of specials, new products being available/advertised
• Wish List
after research, catalogue looking, listening to members
• Replacement
following loss or wear and tear
THE WHO WHAT WHERE WHY WHEN questions
THE WHO WHAT WHERE WHY WHEN questions
WHO for?
• Specific age ranges
• Attracting new members
THE WHO WHAT WHERE WHY WHEN questions
WHO for?
WHAT ?
• Specific age ranges
• Attracting new members
• New types of toys
• New range of toys
THE WHO WHAT WHERE WHY WHEN questions
WHO for?
WHAT ?
WHERE are you buying?
• Specific age ranges
• Attracting new members
• New types of toys
• TOY EXPRESS 
• New range of toys
• Local shops
• On-line shopping
THE WHO WHAT WHERE WHY WHEN questions
WHO for?
WHAT ?
WHERE are you buying?
• Specific age ranges
• Attracting new members
• New types of toys
• TOY EXPRESS 
• New range of toys
• Local shops
WHY?
• updating/brightening
• more of certain age group
• more of a certain category
• suggestions from members
• need more to attract more members
• On-line shopping
THE WHO WHAT WHERE WHY WHEN questions
WHO for?
WHAT ?
WHERE are you buying?
• Specific age ranges
• Attracting new members
• New types of toys
• TOY EXPRESS 
• New range of toys
• Local shops
• On-line shopping
WHY?
WHEN?
• updating/brightening
• fundraising
• more of certain age group
• grant
• more of a certain category
• subs excess
• suggestions from members
• end of financial year spend up
• need more to attract more members
Guess the Toy….
Casey’s Campervan -
$66.00
TOY EXPRESS – has great brands.
There are many more!
TOY EXPRESS has a website..
accessible with your Library Username and Password.
Ask Pam if you are not sure or want it re-setting.
TOY EXPRESS has a website..
once logged in, click SHOPPING, from the TOY EXPRESS drop down menu
Shop by either
BRAND
Shop by either
BRAND or CATEGORY
as listed in the Operations Manual
If you know you want a new SHOPPING LIST
game…
Search ‘shopping list’
Click on the underlined
one you want
If you know you want a new SHOPPING LIST
game…
Click ‘Add to Cart’
If you know you want a new SHOPPING LIST
game…
Return to Shopping
- to add some more items
Update Cart
- to change the number of
each item on delete an
item
Check Out
- to finish
the order
Complete the
Billing Information
and Shipping
Information
And its done!
Looking by BRAND… all ‘Orchard Toys’
Click here to get all the
brands to show up
scroll down to the one you want and click..
If you can’t see what you want, check the link at
the top. Email me the code and I can price it for
you. These ones then get added to website as time allows.
The Small Print.. #1
The Terms and
Conditions are there to
help everyone.
Libraries need to know
what their rights and
responsibilities are.
TOY EXPRESS works
hard to ensure you are
always pleased with the
outcome, but it works
both ways!
The Small Print.. #2
Supplier Agreements exist between the suppliers and TOY EXPRESS.
They ensure we get the best prices for ALL libraries.
Please don’t embarrass yourself, your library or the supplier by asking
for terms outside of these agreements.
It makes it hard for everyone else!
Guess the Toy….
Gourmet Chef Kitchen with Starter Set in
purple $149.50
[email protected]
07 312 4624 or 0800 148 699
Monday
Tuesday
Thursday
10am to 2pm
Wednesday
evening
7.30 to 10pm