November 2007 New Toys — All

F-117 Stealth Fighter Wooden Puzzle by PUZZLED, INC.

Assembling Size: 10.5"L x 9"W x 9.5"H 9/7/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Holly Hobbie & Friends: Dream Big! by SIMON AND SCHUSTER CHILDREN'S PUBLISHING DIVISION

This book by Marcie Aboff and Emma Forrester includes space for kids to draw creatively. “This book’s most defining characteristic is that it’s 400 pages, making it a great value,” Director of Publicity Paul Crichton of Simon & Schuster told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 7, 2007. 9/7/2007 (Price: $5.99)

Classic Tin Kaleidoscope by SCHYLLING

The end of this classic kaleidoscope rotates to create color explosions. 9/7/2007 (Price: $5.99)

LAVA® Brand Motion Lamp – Silver Base and Cap with Red Wax by LAVA WORLD INTERNATIONAL

This 10” silver lava brand motion lamp features an accent of red wax with clear liquid. It has a spun metal base and cap that are silver. “This is the original LAVA brand lamp. We have been producing motion lamps in our trademarked shape for more than 40 years, and no one can manufacture this item in this shape except for us,” Ronda Sanders of Lava World told TDmonthly. “It is a perfect size for any room or any gift, and the price point is great.” 9/7/2007 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pattite Playpal by ASHTON-DRAKE COLLECTIBLES

This quality vinyl reproduction of the beloved 1960s doll is 18” tall and fully jointed, with hand-painted features, sleep eyes and long auburn hair. The child-safe doll wears a gingham dress and pinafore. 9/7/2007 (Price: $89.99)

Cabbage Patch Messy Face Babies by PLAY ALONG INC.

With a taste of a cold treat, this baby’s face gets all messy. But with a magic cloth, kids can wipe up the mess and watch it disappear. Each huggable Cabbage Patch baby comes with a special treat, washcloth, special name, birth certificate and adoption papers. 9/7/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pokémon Trading Card Game: Diamond & Pearl – Mysterious Treasures by POKEMON USA

With these new Diamond & Pearl Pokémon cards, players will discover new game-play options such as Pokémon with Berries, new Fossils and a parallel set with holographic images. The collection is compatible with previous releases, includes more than 120 new cards and features two theme decks, “Armor Fortress” and “Skull Charge.” Each booster pack includes 10 randomly inserted game cards. 9/7/2007

How-to-Build Pirate Ships Building Cards by KLUTZ

How-to-Build Pirate Ships comes with a deck of 64 beautifully illustrated laminated leaves that break into 226 separate cards, cleverly shaped and notched to fit securely with every other card. Builders follow the book’s guidelines using an innovative design to assemble the cards into a sturdy ship in full sail. There are literally billions of different combinations in every pack, so one can make anything from a dinky dinghy to a super sailing vessel. It's written by Doug Stillinger.
— Heather, manager at Toy Shop in Bethel, Maine, specifically predicted that the How-to-Build Pirate Ships Building Cards would do well with boys ages 4 to 8 during the upcoming 2007 holiday season. 9/7/2007 (Price: $12.95)

Play Along - Puppy in My Pocket – King Charles, Great Dane, Beagle and Husky by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

These soft, pocket-sized, collectible puppies can go almost anywhere. Little girls collect them and add them to special fashion accessories. 9/6/2007 (Price: $7.99)

The Saddle Club Traditional™ Horses - Starlight by REEVES INTL. INC.

Girls can saddle up with these authentic models based on the “The Saddle Club” television series, derived from the novels written by Bonnie Bryant. Starlight is one of the horses owned by the three young owners of The Saddle Club — Stevie, Lisa and Carole. Together the three best friends embark on fun adventures and learn all about growing up as teenagers. Launch Date: July 2007. 9/6/2007 (Price: $40.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Saddle Club Traditional™ Horses - Prancer by REEVES INTL. INC.

Fans of “The Saddle Club” television series, based on the novels written by Bonnie Bryant, now have authentic models of their equine friends for hours of play. Prancer is one of three horses ridden by the young owners of The Saddle Club, at Pine Hollow Stables. Launch Date: July 2007. 9/6/2007 (Price: $40.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Saddle Club Traditional™ Horses – Belle by REEVES INTL. INC.

The Saddle Club horses are authentic portrait models of the equine stars of “The Saddle Club” television series, based on the novels written by Bonnie Bryant. Belle, Prancer and Starlight are ridden by Stevie, Lisa and Carole, the three best friends who create their own club, The Saddle Club, at Pine Hollow Stables. Together the girls embark on fun adventures and learn all about growing up as teenagers. Launch Date: July 2007. ( Watch Video) 9/6/2007 (Price: $40.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

10" Safety Glo Butterfly Net by TWC OF AMERICA INC.

Kids can capture their favorite flutters while keeping an eye on the competition with these glow-in-the-dark butterfly nets. 9/6/2007 (Price: $9.99)

The Construction Game™ by THE WEEKEND FARMER CO.

THE CONSTRUCTION GAME™, gives players a first hand try at making it big in the world of big equipment and big deals. Bid on jobs, buy dozers, backhoes, excavators, and scrapers, then put them to work. Build slowly or borrow your way to the top! There is no free lunch served at the job site. Be the biggest contractor in the valley. 9/6/2007 (Price: $34.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Farming Game Kids™ by THE WEEKEND FARMER CO.

FARMING GAME KIDS™, helps develop skills in addition, subtraction, counting money, reading simple charts, and that most important lesson in farming, keeping a stiff upper lip when things aren’t going just right. For players ages 3—9 with three different playing levels. ( Watch Video) 9/6/2007 (Price: $23.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Green Frog Sleepy Cuddler by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This traditional infant plush has a distinctive expression that speaks to the quality and value of Douglas plush, as well as to the unique features of being a frog. The Sleepy Cuddler is a breed-specific stuffed animal that goes beyond the average plush toy. Included in the Sleepy Cuddler line are the Giraffe, Bear, Horse, and Pup. The Green Frog Sleep Cuddler is 21" long and 12" wide, machine washable, and meets all standard safety requirements.
— "You know what has been selling well? The Douglas Cuddlers," said Mary Sisson, owner of Kazoodles in Vancouver, Wash., when asked about what sells during peak selling season. 9/6/2007 (Price: $23.10) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Comfy Cozy Giraffe by GUND INC.

Bouncing babes will fall in love with the 24" Tender Beginnings Comfy Cozy Giraffe. Made with GUND's softest, most huggable plush, this furry friend has a blanket body, soft pillow head and tiny giraffe tail. Comfy Cozy Giraffe comes in creamy yellow plush and is available with pink or blue accents and features a full satin bottom. The detail in features makes this Giraffe stand out as part of Gund's classic line of plush toy animals.
— Gund Comfy Cozies are among the most popular baby items for customers of Learning Tree Toys in Oklahoma City, Okla. 9/6/2007 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hellebardier by SCHLEICH NORTH AMERICA, INC.

He almost makes you want to duck as he swings that battle axe with all his might, his long hair flying about covering the battle-raged expression on his angry face. It's the realism that comes with all the Schleich figurines, and it's never been better expressed than with the Hellebardier knight warrior. Standing 3.7" tall, which is 1:20 scale, this figurine possesses true-to-life modeling, is meticulously hand-painted, and comes with historically accurate detailing.
— "Schleich company — the knights are very popular," said Deb Necker, owner of Necker’s in Simsbury, Conn., when asked to predict Christmas 2007 sales for young boys. 9/6/2007 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Yu-Gi-Oh! Starter Deck by UPPER DECK ENTERTAINMENT

Those itching to get in on the dueling action craze of Yu-Gi-Oh! GX now have everything they need to get started. The Starter Deck comes with sweet “Elemental Hero” monsters as well as a visual beginner’s guide that instructs beginners in the ways of dueling the Yu-Gi-Oh! way. The set comes with 40 distinctive cards, so the game can begin as soon as you're ready. The starter deck is a perfect way to get friends in on the Yu-Gi-Oh! action, too.
— Chris Walsh, owner of The Whiz Store in Westborough, Mass., told TDmonthly that Yu-Gi-Oh! is one of the lines in his store that's popular with boys ages 4 to 8. 9/6/2007 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sonya Lee & Her Pet Salon by FISHER-PRICE INC.

The Her Pet Salon allows little girls to start by giving the pets a wash in the bathtub, then use the blow dryer for realistic sounds. The pets can then get a good brushing. When finished, it's off to the other side for snacks and naps. The set includes salon with hair dryer, bathtub, salon chair, basket, brush, dog & cat with brushable fur, and Sonya Lee figure. Everything folds up and stores inside and includes a convenient carrying handle.
— The little pet shop was among the hot-selling items for customers of Johnny’s Toys in Covington, KY. 9/6/2007 (Price: $15.00)

Sliced Lunch Meats by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

The Sliced Lunch Meats from Haba are a great addition to a child's kitchen collection. Part of Haba's line of pretend play grocery items, which includes Sliced Cheeses and Tagliatelle Noodles, the Sliced Lunch Meats give kids the chance to do what the grown-ups do every day. Mommy and Daddy buy sliced meats with groceries, so now kids, too, can buy sliced meats with their groceries. The grocery items help stimulate creative expressions and independent play, and measure 2.5" x 1.75". Launch date: 2007.
— "I would say any of the Haba grocery items," said Candace Gooch, owner of At Once All Agog in Limerick, Maine, when asked by TDmonthly to suggest what little kids might like for Christmas 2007. 9/6/2007 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Do It Yourself Jewelry Box by MELISSA & DOUG

Young ladies can create a charming keepsake box with this incredibly colorful craft kit. The Do It Yourself Jewelry Box comes with fun decorative accessories, such as ribbons, stickers, glitter glue, and more. It features a plush velvet interior, ring holder, storage drawer and vanity mirror. This jewelry box is sure to be a treasure during the most precious years of a young girl's journey. The box measures 6.5” x 5.5” x 4.5”.
— Do It Yourself Craft items from Melissa and Doug were among the best-selling items for young girls in the store of Michael Lanz, owner of Kiddy Corner in Ellington, CT. 9/6/2007 (Price: $11.99)

Satin Princess Cape by CREATIVE EDUCATION OF CANADA

A bridal satin cape trimmed with gold binding, the Princess Cape is sure to provide imaginative role-play to young aspiring princesses. The cape features a ribbon tie at the neck and the medium size is 30" long. Accessories for the Satin Princess Cape include ribbon tiara, heart slipper, and the Juliette dress.
— "Dress-up by Creative Education is some of the best and we do well with those," said Patricia Masing, co-owner of Tree Town Toys in Ann Arbor, Mich., when predicting hot-sellers for young girls for Christmas 2007. 9/6/2007 (Price: $18.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cheetah Cub by HANSA

This 12.75" tall sitting Cheetah Cub is a realistically handmade addition to Hansa's high-quality line of stuffed animals. Sewn inside-out to minimize seams, the Cheetah Cub is a wild animal representing the African Safari region for Hansa. It comes with a hang tang that includes everything you wanted to know about the Cheetah Cub and its wildlife characteristics. An average of 42 separate parts go into every Hansa plush animal, so that no detail goes missing in this snapshot of nature.
— Priscilla S. Moore, owner of Mr. Fub's Party "Toys and More" in Yellow Springs, Ohio,
told TDmonthly that Hansa Animals will be popular among young girls during the peak selling season. 9/6/2007 (Price: $47.50)

Sunny Stroll by TINY LOVE

The Sunny Stroll is a colorful flexible stroller/infant carrier arch with lots of "funshine toys" and activities. It's designed for two stages of a baby's development: batting (0 to 3m) and pulling/manipulating (3m+). It helps a baby develop sensory skills, fine-motor skills, gross-motor skills, and cognition. The Sunny Stroll provides for specific baby needs during each stage of their development. Special angle adjustments and easy attachment clips differentiate Sunny Stroll from its competitors.
— Michael Lanz, owner of Kiddy Corner in Ellington, Conn., told TDmonthly that Tiny Love stroller and crib toys were among his most popular in the baby section. 9/6/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]