February 2012 Notable Toys — Collectibles

Each mini figure in this TOOBS ® ranges from 1” to 3” and is carefully sculpted and finely hand painted. Packaged in a reusable acetate TOOBS ®, the figures guarantee years of learning fun. These small, highly detailed figures depict the skulls of the most beloved mammals. This TOOBS ® includes the skulls of a Dolphin, Lion, Rhinoceros, Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Hippopotamus. Educational information in five languages is available. All figures are 100% guaranteed and phthalate and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Suggested ages 3+. Launch date: March 2012.

This long-necked plant-eating dinosaur lived during the Jurassic Period, in western North America. Authenticated by the paleontologists of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, this licensed scale model is designed to reflect the latest scientific research. Finely hand painted with up to 25 steps, this model is phthalate and lead free. The scale of the Brachiosaurus is 1:50 and measures 18.5”L x 7”H. Suggested ages 3+. Educational information in 5 languages is available. All products are 100% guaranteed and phthalate and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: April 2012.

Cuddle up with our Dragon Hatchlings as they open their eyes for the very first time. Befriend the hatchlings as they grow to possess the most magical of powers. Model measures 2.25”L x 2”H and is appropriate for ages 4+. Educational information in five languages is available. All products are 100% guaranteed and phthalate and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2012.

Beware when wandering through the swamps of Europe as this Swamp Dragon camouflages into both land and water. With mysterious dark eyes, this fearless dragon sees effortlessly through mud and water. The hand painted model stands 9”L x 3.5”H and is appropriate for ages 4+. Educational information in 5 languages is available. All products are 100% guaranteed and phthalate and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2012.

Found from Canada to South America, befriend our delightful Eastern Cottontail Rabbit Baby with its fluffy “cotton ball” tail. This baby rabbit is life size at 4.25”L x 2.75”H and is suitable for ages 3+. Educational information in 5 languages is available. All products are 100% guaranteed and phthalate and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2012.

Safari Ltd® flies into the world of Harry Potter with this detailed sculpt of the plant-eating dinosaur who’s name means the “dragon king of Hogwarts”. Hand painted figure measures 7.75”L x 3”H. Appropriate for ages 3+. Educational information in five languages is available. All products are 100% guaranteed and phthalate and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2012.

Our carefully sculpted Good Luck Minis® share all the rich detail and realism of the regular sized collections. The whimsical, soft to the touch treasures are a delight to play with. Measuring approximately one tiny inch, these non-toxic, intricately hand-painted Flamingos are suitable for ages 5+. Acetate bin contains 192 pieces. All products are 100% guaranteed. Launch date: 2012.

Relive the American Revolutionary War with these hand-painted, action packed and historically accurate representations. The British Army figures include a Flag-bearer, Bugler, Fifer, General Cornwallis and two Musketeers. Figures range in size from 1” to 3” and are suitable for ages 3+. Educational information in five languages is available. All products are 100% guaranteed and phthalate and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: February 2012.

Relive the American Revolutionary War with these hand-painted, action packed and historically accurate representations. The Continental Army figures include a Flag-bearer, Drummer, Fifer, General Washington and two Musketeers. Figures range in size from 1” to 3” and are suitable for ages 3+. Educational information in five languages is available. All products are 100% guaranteed and phthalate and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: February 2012.

Kits include two Shains matching bracelets packaged with 100 multi-colored elements comprised of 75 letters, ten numbers and 15 icons. Matching bracelet colors can be specified, or can be mixed using any two of Shains’ 25 colors.

The brightly colored big eyed patriarchs, Mr 'n' Mrs Owl, are large and soft. Their five lively children come as keychains and can be carried around or used as cute, small decorations. Launch date: January 2012.

Meet Mama and her Baby Zoobling. Mama is bigger than most other Zoobles and can hold her baby right inside her belly. Their shared Happitat comes with a hot spot for mom and a bassinet for baby to rest and play when not safely in her Mama’s belly Together they’re always having adventures and looking out for one another. With a Mama and Baby Zoobling the whole family springs to life.

Emma is dreaming up her next fancy fashion design. Help her to make new stylish designs for all of the Lego Friends. Use her laptop for inspiration and design table with color samples to create fun fashions. She can take photos of her work with the camera. Crank up the tunes with her mp3 player while she creates. Emma has everything she needs to create trendy new dresses and the coolest clothes for all of her friends to wear. Includes Emma mini-doll figure. Accessories include sandwich, cup, ruler, inspiration board and flowers. Features chest of drawers, design table with ruler, desk, laptop, camera, and mp3 player.

Himeji Castle is a hilltop Japanese castle complex located in Himeji in Hyogo Prefecture. It is regarded as the finest surviving example of 17th century Japanese castle architecture.  It comprises a network of 83 buildings with advanced defensive systems from the feudal period. The castle is frequently known as Hakurojo ("White Egret Castle") or Shirasagijo  ("White Heron Castle") because of its brilliant white exterior and supposed resemblance to a bird taking flight. More than 2,000 pieces.

These highly detailed 3-Inch figures have over 12 points of articulation and capture all the signature characteristics of all three characters. The Super Pack also comes complete with 7 Chaos Emeralds.
— As of 12/30/2011 this product had 4.2 out of 5 stars from 37 reviews on ToysRUs.com. Pros: Unique; detailed; comes with seven emerald accessories. Cons: Not durable (better as a collectible than a playable toy).

This set comes with Strawberry Shortcake, Blueberry Muffin, Lemon Meringue, Orange Blossom and Plum Pudding, each with her very own pair of shoes and leggings. With five dolls, five pairs of shoes, five dresses and five pairs of leggings, kids can mix and match outfits to suit their sense of style.
— As of 12/30/2011 this product had 4.4 out of 5 stars from 14 reviews on ToysRUs.com.

These large plush Uglydolls have a mini Uglydoll in their pouch. Launch date: May 2012.
— Shana Hack, owner of Moon Rabbit Toys in Santa Fe, N.M., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2012 survey that they sell a couple dozen Ugly Dolls each month, though sales have slowed slightly.
— Bill Sartain, owner of Tutoring Toy in Salt Lake City, Utah, told TDmonthly in a Fall 2012 survey that Ugly Dolls are one of their best selling tween products.

Looking Glass is a highly detailed line of miniature glass figures. Each figure is made from 100% colored glass and they have no paint or tampo printing, so they will never fade. Within our twelve collections there are over 290 different styles to choose from. Launch date: March 2011.

Piperoid is a paper craft robot designed and produced in Japan. The robot is made out of just paper pipes with pre-drilled holes and marks to cut, fold, and connect the pipes without the need of glue or tape. All kids need is a pair of scissors, and with minimal assembly they can bring their own Piperoid to life. Launch date: April 2009.

Space Adventure series is an extension of Cube Figures where each of the three packages (episodes) include two Cube Figures along with over 90 blocks to create two space crafts for them to go in and fight the evil. In addition, the package contains a Manga (Japanese-style comic book) which outlines the background stories of the characters and links the three episodes. The instruction booklet included details the steps needed to build not only the two space crafts but also the mega robot which can be assembled by collecting all three packages. Launch date: October 2012.

Les Chéries' Camille loves fashion, just like the young girls of today. And when it is cold outside, she loves to dress for the weather in style. 13 inches tall. All-vinyl body. Blue sleeping eyes.

Thanks to its cuddly soft, beanbag body, Calin Laughing Flowers can be posed just like a real baby.
Calin baby dolls can wear any fashion from the Mon Premier collection. Corolle also offers a wide selection of nursery accessories specially sized for Calin babies. 12 inches tall. Brown sleeping eyes.

Cube Figures is a block figurine kit and comes in 16 pre-designed styles. Each components such as legs, hands and nose come apart, and the real fun begins when one starts to create their original characters by mix and matching components. The package also comes with a sticker sheet to dress up the characters, as well as a key chain strap. Launch date: October 2012.

MOGO Charms get clicked onto these Click Flops (the same charms that fit on MOGO Charmbands). Each pair of Click Flops is sold with 2 Bling Charms and come with a decorate gift bag to make an instant gift.