Abstract: The invention includes compositions and methods that provide savory, spicy, and unique seasoning for cooking meats. In embodiments, a food flavoring composition is provided which comprises one or more flavoring agents and one or more binder together forming a solid composition, wherein the solid composition has a hard candy-like consistency and is shaped to be inserted itself into meat. The invention provides a quick and easy method for spicing meat using spice portions that can be inserted into the meat. The compositions have an extended shelf life compared to liquid marinades or powdered spice rubs. Further benefits of the invention include no mess, no clean up, and a method that adds flavor to meats from the inside out.

Abstract: A mechanical construction toy for children of preschool age which can be assembled to form a robot. The construction toy has several parts which may be arranged in order to construct or build the robot. Three of the parts form a plane of carriage upon and about which the weight and moment of the toy rest and travel. The various parts are engageable with one another to provide several slip-type joints which permit the toy to take a variety of shapes or poses. The toy, when constructed, takes the shape of a robot and is an object of amusement as well as an education to the child.

Abstract: A space toy in the form of a vehicle includes a base and rotatably mounted vehicle body. The body of the vehicle rotatably mounts a plurality of exterior pods and includes removable, shuttle craft portions. A manually operable rack mechanism is operative to rotate the vehicle body in one direction while rotating the pods in an opposite direction. A plurality of toy figures are provided and cooperatively engage portions of the vehicle body, pods and shuttle craft to provide a realistic and operative space vehicle. Shock absorbing cushions on the base portion are provided with sounding mechanisms which are actuated upon manual operation of the body rotating rack mechanism.

Abstract: A toy storage apparatus having a decorative outer surface designed to appear as an animate object. The apparatus is adapted for operation by a child and includes a hollow body of substantial volume for holding toys, and a top or cover pivotally mounted on the body resembling the head of an animal. A foot pedal which is designed to appear as the foot of an animal is connected through linkage to open the cover exposing the upper end of the hollow body to receive toys.