November 2007 New Toys — Pretend Play

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][?]

"American Idol" Talent Challenge by KIDdesigns

Do you have what it takes to be the next American Idol? This interactive singing competition allows you to sing along with the original Idols from the show, OR shine on your own by choosing a variety of cool backgrounds, even stages from the show! You also get to control the judges’ comments! 9/4/2007 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Barbie "Shopping Time" Cash Register by KIDdesigns

You can shop, scan and save just like Mom! Pay with cash or credit and have fun shopping at 12 “Stores” with over 200 items! Make special announcements over the microphone. 9/4/2007 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Take Along Castle by PLAYMOBIL INC.

This 73-piece set includes a gray "stone" castle measuring 28.75" across, four knights, a horse, weapons, flags and more. It folds into a handy carrying case. This product is a 2007 iParenting Media Award winner. 8/29/2007 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ImagiBRICKS™ Giant Building Blocks 24pc Basic Set by SMART MONKEY TOYS

Designed for ages 18 months and up, this sturdy 24-piece set features blocks that are made in the U.S.A. of at least 50-percent recycled, lightweight corrugated cardboard. The set includes four large red blocks, six medium yellow blocks and 14 small blue blocks, all of which are printed with non-toxic inks and have a water-resistant coating. Adult assembly is required. 8/22/2007 (Price: $46.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Musical Sugar Plum Fairy Skirt by ACTING OUT

This sugar plum fairy skirt will make any girl feel like a ballerina in “The Nutcracker.” With the press of a button in the interior front pocket, Tchaikovsky’s music from “The Nutcracker” will sound; continue dancing and the motion will keep the music playing. The lavender skirt is full of sparkles and layers of soft tulle, and is lined with satin for itch-free wear. This product is an Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award winner for best toy. Launch date: July 2007.
— Musical Skirts by Acting Out are best sellers at Red Wagon Toy Co. in Woodstock, Vt., Owner Kim Smith told TDmonthly in summer 2007. 8/15/2007 (Price: $32.00)

Sports Cabana by PACIFIC PLAY TENTS INC

This is the perfect take along item to any outdoor sporting event. With a completely covered top and mesh sides and front, you will be protected from the sun and any flying insects. Water proof floor will keep you dry on wet grass and will also prevent any spills from getting out. Easy clean up polyethylene floor and see through mesh make this an ideal Cabana take along. Collapsible poles make this easy to set-up and store as well as carry along to the field. Fabric is UV Protected SPF 30 rated. This cabana is large enough for 2-3 kids to rest inside. Free carry bag. 8/9/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Danny Boy - Black Scotty Rocker by ZEIGER ENTERPRISES INC.

Danny Boy, black Scotty, looks so real, he almost comes alive for kids. He's already assembled, straight from the factory, and was handcrafted in Poland. 8/7/2007 (Price: $139.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tymeagain Warrior's Broadsword by CHICHESTER, INC.

Since 1994, Tymeagain has specialized in designing, and making by hand, historically inspired toys for castles, palaces, and other historical sites in the British Isles. The broadsword was the sword of the dark age warrior and medieval castle guard. Tymeagain products are made by craftsmen in Britain and distributed in North America by Chichester, Inc. They contain no screws or nails, are made of wood from sustained forests, and are finished in raw linseed oil.
— "Swords and shields by Chichester — Tymeagain historic toys" were among the best-selling gift items for boys in the store of Nancy Barringer, owner of Jamie Two Coats Toy Shop in Shelburne, Vt. 8/7/2007 (Price: $22.00)