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MSRP: $349.99
Age Range: 3 to 7
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Vehicles - Riding
Wheeled Toys
Outdoor Fun



* High impact blow molded resin
* Fully functional front loader
* Fully functional backhoe digger with stabilizer foot and safety latch
* 2 position adjustable seat to grow with child
* Front hood lifts for additional play
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36990      (added 10/29/2014)
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MSRP: $149.99
Age Range: 2 to 5
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Vehicles - Riding
Outdoor Fun
Wheeled Toys



* High impact blow molded resin
* Working electronic horn
* Removable Hauling Trailer
* Large anti-slip pedals
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36989      (added 10/29/2014)
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MSRP: $475.00
SKU or Item #: 90037
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Rail Roads & Trains
Vehicles - Small Toy
Christmas



Perhaps there is no other gift more fun to find under the Christmas tree than a brand new train. Delivering its promise of magic and delight is the Night Before Christmas™ train set. This set comes complete with a 4-6-0 steam locomotive (with operating headlight, smoke, and speed-synchronized sound), tender with coal load, gondola, bobber caboose, and Santa figure. Also included are a 5'4? x 4'3? oval of track (14 pieces), power pack, illustrated instruction manual, and DVD-format video instructions.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36988      (added 10/29/2014)
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MSRP: $259.00
SKU or Item #: 24024
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Rail Roads & Trains
Vehicles - Small Toy
Collectibles



The 60-piece Trailblazer set with 4-6-0 locomotive lets you experience all the excitement of the Iron Horse’s journeys through the crossroads of railroading history! This ready-to-run train set includes 4-6-0 steam locomotive with operating headlight, box car, gondola, single-dome tank car, old-time caboose, 34" x 24" oval of snap-fit E-Z Track® (16 pieces), train station, 24 railroad and street signs, 12 telephone poles, power pack and speed controller.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36987      (added 10/29/2014)
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MSRP: $249.00
SKU or Item #: 00714
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Rail Roads & Trains
Vehicles - Small Toy
Collectibles



The Ringmaster ready-to-run train set will command your attention and let you know the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey® Circus is coming to town! This ready-to-run train set includes Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey™ 0-6-0 steam locomotive with operating headlight and tender, performers’ car, water tank car, horse stock car, caboose, 47" x 38" oval of snap-fit E-Z Track® (14 pieces), power pack, and speed controller.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36986      (added 10/29/2014)
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MSRP: $349.00
SKU or Item #: 00826
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Rail Roads & Trains
Vehicles - Small Toy
Collectibles



With the roar of its mighty motor and a blast of its horn, the Thunder Chief announces its arrival. Commanding the attention of one and all, there is no missing the excitement of the Thunder Chief storming into the station. Featuring a DCC sound-equipped F7-A with a diesel sound package that includes prototypical prime mover, three air horns, and bell–all in polyphonic 16-bit sound that you can control with our E-Z Command® digital control system. This digitally controlled train set with sound features DCC sound-equipped F7-A diesel locomotive, 40’ box car, three-dome tank car, off-center caboose, E-Z Command® Control Center with wall pack and plug-in wiring, and 56" x 38" oval of snap-fit nickel silver E-Z Track® (16 pieces).
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36985      (added 10/29/2014)
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MSRP: $349.00
SKU or Item #: 00825
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Rail Roads & Trains
Vehicles - Small Toy
Collectibles



A whistle echoes through the walls of a deep valley as you hear the unmistakable chuffing of a classic steam locomotive approaching. The Echo Valley Express is steaming ahead with carloads of coal to fuel America’s hungry furnaces. It features a DCC sound-equipped Baldwin 2-6-0 with a steam sound package that includes authentic prototypical chuff, short and long whistles, bell, air compressor, and blower–all in polyphonic 16-bit sound that you can control with our E-Z Command® digital control system. This digitally controlled train set with sound features DCC sound-equipped 2-6-0 steam locomotive with tender and operating headlight, gondola, quad hopper, off-center caboose, E-Z Command® Control Center with wall pack and plug-in wiring, and 56" x 38" oval of snap-fit nickel silver E-Z Track® (16 pieces).
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36984      (added 10/29/2014)
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MSRP: $215.00
Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
SKU or Item #: 00721
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Rail Roads & Trains
Vehicles - Small Toy
Christmas



Sporting a merry hat and equipped with a snow plow, Thomas is ready to brave the winter weather to make sure the Christmas tree and important cargo arrive on time for the Island of Sodor holiday party. The festive Thomas’ Christmas Express will deliver Yuletide fun to children of all ages! This ready-to-run train set includes Thomas the Tank EngineTM with plow, holiday hat, and moving eyes and three cars with international-style hook and loop couplers—Open Wagon with decorated tree, Flat Car with Crated Load and “Merry Christmas” Ventilated Van—56" x 38" oval of snap-fit E-Z Track® (16 pieces), power pack and speed controller.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36983      (added 10/29/2014)
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MSRP: $229.00
SKU or Item #: 00724
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Rail Roads & Trains
Vehicles - Small Toy
Christmas



The Jingle Bell Express rushes last-minute wishes from the North Pole to homes around the world. Decked out in red and green and carrying a sweet cargo of holiday treats, the Jingle Bell Express will deliver merry dreams around your Christmas tree for years to come. This ready-to-run train set includes 0-6-0 steam locomotive with operating headlight and tender, four festive cars, 47" x 38" oval of snap-fit E-Z Track® (14 pieces), power pack, and speed controller.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36982      (added 10/29/2014)
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MSRP: $299.99
Age Range: 3 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
Gender: Girls
Category: Play Houses
Pretend Play
Outdoor Fun



Your little one will dance and twirl right into our "Ballerina" Soft Cotton Canvas Castle. This is the paramount ballerina experience. Big enough for the whole neighborhood, kids can play with all of their toys and stuffed animals and still have plenty of room left to pirouette in! Its unique, circular design is supported with a metal sub-structure, and provides an extra-large play area. The diameter measures 55” and is 63” high; perfect for indoor use and fun for the entire family! This distinctive play tent is easy to assemble and easy to clean. It gives an imaginative, stimulating experience! No batteries or video screens; just hours of imaginative play-time fun!
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36981      (added 10/29/2014)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
SKU or Item #: 31625
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Outdoor Fun
Play Houses
Pretend Play



This "Firehouse" House Tent is big enough for the whole Fire Department! The exterior has a bright red brick graphic with all the accessories a firehouse would need to put out a fire! This tent is so durable it can be used indoors or outdoors. This house tent is always an excellent way to have fun while developing cooperative skills. This tent comes with mesh panels at the top for ventilation on hot days, as well as easy viewing for parents. One tunnel port comes with roll up flaps that secure with Velcro tabs. This house tent comes with two roll-up windows and two extra-large roll-up fire doors to drive your fire truck in. This also creates a nice tunnel-like experience and pass through. Color-coded poles make for easy assembly. A must have for every little firefighter!
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36980      (added 10/29/2014)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Plush
Gifts
Preschool



Smokey Gray Cat is 16”" and very silky soft and cuddly! She has an irresistible face with clear blue cat eyes and her markings are beautiful. She looks real and is the perfect gift for any age...
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36979      (added 10/29/2014)
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Age Range: 2 to 7
Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
Gender: Girls
Category: Plush
Gifts
Preschool



Astra Unicorn Floppy Unicorn is 12" of Pink Fun! She is one of a new Douglas Collection called, "Tickled Pink"
The collection appeals to girls' love for sparkle and bling...and, of course unicorns too!
She is made of soft, fluffy fabrics with that Douglas glow...ages 2-7

ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36978      (added 10/29/2014)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
Gender: Girls
Category: Plush
Fashion & Accessories
Gifts



Blossom is a 12" tall new Douglas "Sweet Petite!" Sweet Petites come with a matching bag and feature the most original, designer, fresh spring fabrics. Blossom is a breath of fresh air and fun to carry with a working Blossom Bag in the same material. The bag is 7" wide. Sweet Petites come in 4 pair styles Blossom Bunny, Bonnie Bunny, Madeline Mouse, and Dotty Pig. SRP Bunny: $14, Bag: $15
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36977      (added 10/29/2014)
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MSRP: $18.00
Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
Gender: Girls
Category: Fashion & Accessories
Gifts
Preschool



A comfy and trendy way to carry this bag with the adjustable, long strap is over the shoulder and across to the other side. The fashionable, designer fabrics work beautifully with the profusion of sparkles to create a trendy icon, such a butterfly, heart, owl, wildcat, or flower. The jeweled designs make the bag literally shine! There are 11 styles this year.
— Priscilla Moore, owner of Mr. Fub’s Party/Toys and More in Yellow Springs, Ohio, told TDmonthly in an October 2014 survey that purses from Douglas were their store's best-selling brand of jewelry and accessories.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36976      (added 10/29/2014)
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These foam propellers will spin as long as they are moving, so take one for a whirl on your fingertip! Wave your hands around and release the spinner for a host of mind-blowing moves and tricks.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36975      (added 10/15/2014)
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MSRP: $2.99
Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Novelties
Cars
Vehicles - Small Toy



These friction-powered racers feature a two-sided design. Rev them up and watch them drive over and into obstacles, flip over and keep going. Cars measure 4.5 inches long and have all-terrain wheels. Assorted colorful styles.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36974      (added 10/15/2014)
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MSRP: $119.00
Age Range: 1 to 5
Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Bicycles & Tricycles
Outdoor Fun
Wheeled Toys



STRIDER™ balance bikes are industry-leading training bikes that help children as young as 18 months learn to ride on two wheels. STRIDER balance bikes focus on the fundamentals of balancing, leaning, and steering without the distractions and complications of pedals or training wheels.The STRIDER’s simple, no-pedal design builds confidence and eliminates fear by allowing kids to have their feet on the ground and progress at their own pace. This unique design teaches young children balance on two wheels right from the start. Parents love it for its light weight, adjustability and ease of assembly. Age grade: 18 months – 5 years.

ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36973      (added 10/6/2014)
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MSRP: $13.50
Age Range: 8 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: General Games
Card Games
Family Games



Can you make money stacks that equal $100? If you can, you take the money. Big money's up for grabs and every player joins the fun. This game requires addition skills, strategy, luck and a great sense of humor!

How To Play: Players make $100 money stacks from their dealt cards. Steal a stack if you have a card equaling $100 when added to the top card of your opponents' stack. But that's just the beginning! Thief cards steal money cards. Jail cards stop thief cards. In the end the player with the most money wins. Contents: 94 cards and game rules. Playing time: 15 minutes. Ages: 8+. Players: 2-6.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36972      (added 10/2/2014)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Novelties
Gifts
General Games



Comes with 4 wrestlers on a card. Twist them together and watch them fight their way free with their best moves. Wild wrestling action!
— In a September 2014 survey, Melissa Pennille, co-owner of Teaching Toys & Books in Tacoma, Wash., told TDmonthly that Wrestle Razzle was one of the store's best-selling novelty toys.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36971      (added 9/29/2014)
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MSRP: $14.99
Age Range: 6 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
SKU or Item #: 1137
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Science & Nature
Educational
Kits



Turn this plastic mason-style jar into your own little habitat with real plants and tiny figurines. Set includes a 5” h x 3 ¼” w jar, decorative lid, potting mix, organic chia and wheat grass seeds, garden figurines, decorative sand, river stones and a plant mister. Add dimension to your garden with translucent and glow-in-the-dark stickers – hold it up to the light and watch the fireflies glow.
— In a September 2014 survey, three out of 11 retailers told TDmonthly that this product was one of their top-two best-selling science & nature toys.
— Barbara Fineblum, owner of Barston's Child's Play in Baltimore, Md., told TDmonthly in October 2014 that this was one of her store's best-selling jewelry and accessories item.
Awards: 2014 TDmonthly Magazine Top Toy Award
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36970      (added 9/29/2014)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Infant & Toddler
Preschool
Sporting Goods & Accessories



LiL-Pro sports themed bowls, plates and sets by Remarkabowl are the perfect way to score big with your kids while they eat! Now they love and learn with every bite, as they feel the texture on our sports-bowls and see new shapes that are unique to every first time "Lil Pro" who tries them. Watching the big game has never tasted so good!

ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36969      (added 9/29/2014)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Balls
Sporting Goods & Accessories
Infant & Toddler



Remarkaballs by Remarkabowl are sports-themed perpetual motion squiggle balls. Once you turn them on they roll around the floor indefinitely, always finding a way out of tight spots. Babies and toddlers can chase them around, getting exercise while staying busily amused.

ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36968      (added 9/29/2014)
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MSRP: $29.99
Age Range: 8 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
SKU or Item #: MPH001
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Board Games
Educational
General Games



Pick it, build it, animate it, guess it. Get ready to make sounds, act out words and race against the other teams to see who can guess the mystery word. A laugh-out-loud game that challenges players to use 35 pieces to build words for their teammates to guess. The first team to reach the final lily pad wins.
Awards: 2014 TDmonthly Magazine Top Toy Award
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36967      (added 9/24/2014)
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MSRP: $14.99
Age Range: 6 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2014)
SKU or Item #: DS001
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: General Games
Family Games



It's a race to the top but beware of the drop! Roll the die and strategically move past the gates. Be the first to reach the top and survive the LAST CHANCE DROP! 2 - 4 players.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 36966      (added 9/24/2014)
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