November 2007 New Toys — Licensed Products

Dora the Explorer Take-Along Name Tag by BASIC FUN INC.

This back-to-school item can be clipped to a child’s backpack, lunch box, jacket or anything else that requires identification. The character, available in six different poses, offers built-in play value and collectibility. The tag says, “Hola! My name is,” with space underneath to write a child’s name. Launch date: August 2007. 8/17/2007 (Price: $4.99)

Buffy the Vampire Slayer 10th Anniversary Premium Trading Cards by INKWORKS

A new 90-card premium base set from Inkworks includes images from the “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” series that have never before appeared on trading cards. The product also includes randomly inserted Pieceworks costume cards, a special Propworks card that includes a slice of the stake used on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and much more. Cards are available in packs of eight, as shown. “This set gives collectors the opportunity to own pieces of costumes and a stake from the show as well as cards that offer exclusive insights into the series from creator Joss Whedon,” Any Modlin of Inkworks PR told TDmonthly. 8/16/2007 (Price: $3.49)

The Land Before Time – Leanin' Littlefoot by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

When his back is pressed, Littlefoot’s head and tail swing and he grabs the included branch accessory with his mouth. This character is part of a collection based on the “The Land Before Time” television series on Cartoon Network. Launch date: June 2007. 8/9/2007

The Land Before Time – Lungin' Ducky by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

A character from the “The Land Before Time” television series on Cartoon Network, Ducky features moveable arms, legs and head, and when her back is pressed, she lunges and tries to knock the Sweet Bubbles off the tree. Launch date: June 2007. 8/9/2007

The Land Before Time - Chomper by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

This is one of three 12” to 13” cuddly, soft plush characters based on “The Land Before Time” television series on Cartoon Network. Littlefoot and Cera are also available. Launch date: June 2007 (Littlefoot and Cera); August 2007 (Chomper). 8/9/2007

The Land Before Time - Cera by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

This is one of three 12” to 13” cuddly, soft plush characters based on “The Land Before Time” television series on Cartoon Network. Littlefoot and Chomper are also available. Launch date: June 2007 (Littlefoot and Cera); August 2007 (Chomper). 8/9/2007

The Land Before Time - Ducky by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

This is one of four 6” to 7” bean bag plush characters based on “The Land Before Time” television series on Cartoon Network. Each hangtag features a character-specific story, highlighting their unique personalities. Cera, Chomper and Littlefoot are also available. Launch date: June 2007. 8/9/2007

The Land Before Time - Littlefoot by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

This is one of four 6” to 7” bean bag plush characters based on “The Land Before Time” television series on Cartoon Network. Each hangtag features a character-specific story, highlighting their unique personalities. Cera, Chomper and Ducky are also available. Launch date: June 2007. 8/9/2007

Tinker Bell Figurine - Tink Spoiled by WESTLAND GIFTWARE INC.

Tink Spoiled is a 4.75”-tall resin figurine that is part of a grouping of seven resin Tinker Bell figurines and three 45 mm water globes. Life According to Tinker Bell is one of Disney's best-known and well-received properties. The figurines range in size from 4.75” to 7.25”. “The retail price is the key differentiating point for Westland within the specialty retail marketplace,” Jim Bradshaw, vice president of sales and marketing for Westland Giftware, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 1, 2007. 8/7/2007 (Price: $20.00)

Dora Finger Puppets by IMPERIAL TOY LLC

From the popular Nickelodeon cartoon “Dora the Explorer” come these new collectible finger puppets. Based on characters from the show, including Dora, Boots and Swiper, each puppet comes with a background card and child-sized ring. These puppets are part of a new Nickelodeon collection that Imperial Toys promises will also feature Diego, SpongeBob SquarePants and The Backyardigans. Launch date: Fall 2007. 8/2/2007 (Price: $2.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

"Shrek the Third" Talking Pens by KAMHI WORLD

Featuring high-quality audio from the hit movie “Shrek the Third,” each pen features four classic lines of dialogue straight out of the film. The talking pens are available in Shrek, Donkey, Puss and Gingy varieties. President Jay Kamhi of Kamhi World told TDmonthly that when selecting a character for his talking pen line, “I look for a high level of dedication from the fans.” 8/2/2007 (Price: $6.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Draco Malfoy at Hogwarts by TONNER DOLL COMPANY

Draco Malfoy joins Tonner’s Harry Potter collection. A wigged figure with a hand-painted face, Draco features a custom-knit sweater and flannel pants and a Hogwarts robe with the Slytherin crest decal, and comes with a wand and custom stand. Owner Robert Tonner of Tonner Doll told TDmonthly that the popularity of the Harry Potter line “hasn’t slowed down in the last two or three years.” Launch date: 2007. 8/2/2007 (Price: $129.99)

Classic Archie Women's Watches by ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS INC.

This watch features the classic image of Archie, Betty and Veronica in "Three on a Straw." Each watch comes individually gift boxed and carries a limited lifetime warranty from the manufacturer. Men’s styles are also available. 8/2/2007 (Price: $21.95)

Diego Rescue View Finder by IMPERIAL TOY LLC

From the popular Nickelodeon cartoon “Diego” comes the Diego Rescue View Finder. Kids just insert an animal fact card into the top of the screen and scroll through the different environments to find the right match. The view finder comes with five animal fact cards. It is part of a new Nickelodeon collection that Imperial Toys promises will also feature Dora the Explorer, SpongeBob SquarePants and The Backyardigans.
— “Ravensburger adult puzzles – we sell four or five a day,” Scott Sloan, manager of Toys Inc. in Myrtle Beach, S.C. told TDmonthly.
— “We sell a lot of Ravensburger [puzzles] for adults. At least a dozen every day,” Pam Horwitz, manager of Mr. Toad’s Toy Company in Naples, Fl., told TDmonthly.
— Four of 45 retailers surveyed by TDmonthly named Ravensburger adult puzzles as their best-selling puzzles. 8/2/2007 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Backyardigans Action Wind Ups by IMPERIAL TOY LLC

From the popular Nickelodeon cartoon “The Backyardigans” come these new collectible wind-up toys. Based on characters from the show, the collection includes Pablo, Tyrone, Uniqua, Austin and Tasha. Kids can wind them up and watch them go. These toys are part of a new Nickelodeon collection that Imperial Toys notes will include more than 50 different collectibles. Launch date: Fall 2007. 8/2/2007 (Price: $2.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Cow by MINDSTYLES

Ripped from the pages of “Liberty Meadows” comes a 2’-tall version of that psychotic favorite, The Cow. Wielding his udders and ready to strike, the statue will be limited to 1,000 pieces with two additional colors available after the initial release at San Diego’s 2007 Comic-Con. “I’ve seen the prototype photos,” Creator Frank Cho told TDmonthly, and “the sculptor did a beautiful job of capturing the likeness.” Launch date: July 2007. 8/2/2007 (Price: $200.00)

Sparkle and Twirl Mermaid Dora by FISHER-PRICE INC.

Based on the episode “Dora Saves the Mermaids,” Dora transforms into Magical Mermaid Dora when she’s placed into her shell base. When her transformation is complete (including tail), she plays her very own mermaid song and dances. The shell works with other dolls in the collection and each one tells its own undersea adventure. Dora comes with a dolphin comb, starfish barrette and base. Dora appeals to kids because she takes them on an adventure and “we incorporate all of those elements that have made Dora so successful,” Joan Grasso, senior director of toys for Nickelodeon & Viacom Consumer Products, told TDmonthly. Launch date: Fall 2007. 8/2/2007

Tigerlily Bust by THE CS MOORE STUDIO LTD

Continuing its “Noh Assassin” series of mini-busts based on the popular and highly acclaimed comic book, “Kabuki,” CS Moore Studio is releasing a 1:6 scale version of Tigerlily. Standing more than 5” tall, the piece is designed by Kabuki creator, David Mack, and sculpted by Clayburn Moore. Tigerlily continues a long collaboration between CS Moore and Mack, who recently told TDmonthly that when translating the quirks of an existing character to another medium, “the most important thing is the sculpting.” Launch date: July 2007. 8/2/2007 (Price: $49.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Disney Fairies Tinker Bell Storybook and Kaleidoscope Viewer by READER'S DIGEST CHILDREN'S PUBLISHING

Children get double the pleasure as they read stories of their favorite Disney Fairies—Tinker Bell, Beck, and Lily—then remove the versatile viewer, pop in a picture disk, and take a glimpse of fairy images that correspond to the story. But there’s more. Look in the opposite side, insert one of three colorful disk, and children can view a plethora of fantastic designs in their kaleidoscope.

Includes a 36-page storybook with 4 fairy stories and a Kaleidoscope Viewer with 6 picture disks for a total of 24 fairy images and 3 kaleidoscope disks. 8/2/2007

Dora's Special Memories Storybook and Toy Camera by READER'S DIGEST CHILDREN'S PUBLISHING

Little girls can read the romantic stories of how Cinderella, Belle, Sleeping Beauty, and Ariel fell in love, put on the adorable pink earbuds, and plug them into the music player.  Then, following numerical prompts in the book, they can play one of the 6 romantic songs for each princess (24 in all) that ties into the story.  After they’re done reading, girls will want to take this awesome music player everywhere.  If they’re not feeling particularly “pink,” there is an extra cover girls can use to personalize their music player. 8/2/2007

Dora's Special Memories Storybook and Toy Camera by READER'S DIGEST CHILDREN'S PUBLISHING

With the cool detachable play camera with carry-along strap and 20 picture cards, young fans can take several “photos” from the stories that are based on popular Dora the Explorer episodes.  The opposite side of the cards teaches Spanish words featured from each adventure.  Placing the pictures into the book in the correct order of the story will help children build critical sequencing skills.  Kids will love to join the escapades of Dora and friends, and parents will love all the early learning concepts that come with all the fun. 8/2/2007

Shrek the Third Storybook and Viewer by READER'S DIGEST CHILDREN'S PUBLISHING

Included is a very cool SHREK head that is a viewer with sound effects plus 10 picture disks to view images from the. As children read the storybook which follows the story from Shrek the Third, they can insert one of the picture disks into the viewer and peer through to see exciting scenes from the movie. The viewer also makes three surprising Shrek sounds, a laugh, a belch and a roar. 8/2/2007

Toys Toys — Mercedes SL 6v Battery Operated Car by BIG TOYS USA

Made in Italy under license from Mercedes and designed in conjunction with their engineers, this replica consists of a tough polyethylene bodywork, making it strong and flexible, while the deep injected paint makes scratches easily buffed away. 8/1/2007 (Price: $399.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]