May 2010 New Specialty Toys — Licensed Products

Wallables are three dimensional and eco-friendly, made from a revolutionary soy-based foam material using U.S.-grown soybeans. They are easy to apply to any surface with a Velcro patch and are designed as removable to be played with. Eva Burkley, Vice President of Wallables, told TDmonthly, "They are intricately sculpted, lightweight foam wall décor products."

This second 1:64 Motor World release follows the same sub-series branding system that was created with the first assortment, with three individual product classifications — All-American Series, Classics Series and Speed Series. Each sub-series is uniquely reflected on the blistercard packaging. Allie Rudd, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at GreenLight Collectibles, told TDmonthly, "Motor World is an affordable collectible die-cast line that features vehicles from global car manufacturers. Well known domestic brands such as Cadillac, Chevy and Ford are paired with some of the most popular global car brands such as Jaguar, Lamborghini and BMW." Launch date: Apr. 2010.

Series 2 is composed of four different scenes, including Bullitt, Hot Pursuit, County Roads and Hitchin’ a Ride. The revised Bullitt scene features the two famous cars later in the chase scene, just as the crash occurs, complete with scrapes and bullet holes in the models. County Roads captures the spirit of the '60s with a light green Large Camper painted with peace signs and flowers. Hot Pursuit features the 2010 Mustang GT Convertible being pulled over by a Nevada Highway Patrol Dodge Charger, while Hitchin’ a Ride features the very first taxis made by GreenLight. Allie Rudd, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at GreenLight Collectibles, told TDmonthly, "These replicas feature opening hoods, detailed engines, real rubber tires, metal body and chassis, detailed graphics, custom license plates and are officially licensed by Ford, Chrysler Group LLC, Chevrolet, Warner Bros Entertainment Inc and the Chadwick McQueen and The Terry McQueen Testamentary Trust." Launch date: May 2010.

The County Roads Series 4 features an assortment of cars including the modern Ford Taurus, muscle cars such as the Pontiac Firebird and Pontiac GTO, not to mention old favorites — the Dodge Ramcharger and the Chevy C-10 truck. Since no back road would be complete without the local authorities present, the series is completed with a Laconia, New Hampshire Fire Chief car (an east coast township with an urban population of 16,210 and a rural population of 855). Allie Rudd, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at GreenLight Collectibles, told TDmonthly, "Collectors will appreciate our attention to detail as well as the fun familiarity that is woven throughout our County Roads series. This series truly illustrates the types of vehicles one would find driving through quaint towns and on the back roads of America’s rural municipalities." Launch date: Apr. 2010.

This travel toy includes seven alphabet cards designed with elements of the Chicka Chicka Boom Boom story on both sides. Cards fit into a case that may hang in the car or in other various play areas with hook and loop straps. Launch date: 2010.

Suitable for ages 6 months and up, this Chicka Chicka Boom Boom-themed toy is designed to work perfectly with most strollers and carriers. Baby can enjoy a mirror, three clacking rings, crinkle flaps and a teether. Launch date: 2010.

The Chicka Chicka Boom Boom playmat includes three letters (A-B-C) stuffed to add soft padding for babies. The "A" has plastic rings, "B" hides a mirror under the flap and "C" has ribbons. The tree top has crinkle leaves and a coconut teether in a pocket. "Baby will love this bright and colorful, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom-themed playmat. It has a lot of fun features and is super soft," Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales, Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2010.

Suitable for ages 18 months and up, this 14-piece set includes 10 shapes with numbers and letters to count and sort into the A-B-C-D compartments, each with a hook and loop closure. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "This great Chicka Chicka Boom Boom-themed toy provides a great way for little ones to practice their numbers and shapes." Launch date: 2010.

This fun Dr. Seuss rattle has the Cat in the Hat's face on it. It features three colorful rings and is made of soft materials. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, calls it "a cool, easy for baby to hold rattle featuring the famous Dr. Seuss characters Thing 1 & Thing 2." Launch date: 2010.

Red has an exuberant and athletic nature. She also tends to be highly cynical and sometimes teases her friends. Like Gobo, Red likes to take the lead and they sometimes butt heads. Red has a yellowish-orange complexion, orange hair, and wears a red sweater. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "Fraggle Rock is back and Manhattan Toy has exclusive rights to making the Fraggle Rock plush and puppets!" Launch date: 2010.

Gobo tends to be the leader of the group. Unusually level-headed and practical for a Fraggle, Gobo prefers to control most situations. He plays a guitar (made from a gourd) and often goes on trips to explore the lesser-known tunnels of Fraggle Rock. Gobo is an independent Fraggle and resists the influence of his friends. Gobo has an orange complexion and purple hair, and wears a yellow and pink stripe sweater with a brown vest. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "Fraggle Rock is back and Manhattan Toy has exclusive rights to making Fraggle Rock puppets and plush!" Launch date: 2010.

Dr. Seuss by Trend Lab Bath Bag Gift Sets are designed in white terry velour with black gingham seersucker trim. The oval, four-piece bath bag sets include a hooded towel, a wash cloth and a bath mitt in a PVC-lined oval bath bag with zippered closure. The bag measures approximately 8" x 5" x 9". Marchelle Lyons, Marketing Coordinator at Trend Lab, called these Dr. Seuss prints "fun and whimsical." Launch date: Dec. 2009.

Grateful Dead-Opoly was created by music industry veteran and longtime Grateful Dead associate Debbie Gold, and includes artwork by comic book illustrator Timothy Truman. Each game comes with a VIP Pass and tokens that include a guitar, drum, amp, a tour bus and even Bob Weir’s dog, Otis. Players circle the board, attempting to acquire album-themed properties. Along the way, they might catch a show at Winterland, hang in the Parking Lot or even get thrown Off the Bus. Grateful Dead fans will surely appreciate the game's attention to detail. For 2 to 6 players.

Discovery Bay Games partnered with Broadway Video Enterprises to produce this “Saturday Night Live” board game. The SNL game allows players to choose content from their favorite SNL era (70s, 80s, 90s, 2000s) in order to compete in interactive challenges and answer trivia questions.

These 1:87 scale truck, trailer, and machine combos from Norscot are ideal for both die-cast collectors and HO gauge model railroaders. The combos feature Peterbilt Model 389 trucks and Trail King lowboy trailers carrying Caterpillar machines. The red truck carries a Cat® D5M Track-Type Tractor, the white truck a Cat 163H Motor Grader, the yellow truck Cat 950G Series II Wheel Loader, and the black truck a Cat 315C L Hydraulic Excavator. "Norscot is unique in our ability to bring together world-leading brands of construction and transportation equipment to create these combinations," JoAnne Jarecki, Vice President Scale Models & Toys, Norscot Group, Inc., told TDmonthly. These models are part of the entry level series, priced for the beginning collector or model railroader. Each model measures 10-1/2" x 2" x 1-3/4" (26.7 x 5.1 x 4.4 cm). Packed 12 per carton. Launch date: March 11, 2010.

One of the most beloved family tales of all time comes to life in an enchanting combination of live-action drama and animated adventure. It's the story of a young boy named Toby who is sent by his busy father to spend the holiday season in the home of his stern grandmother. Toby's world instantly changes when he discovers the house's 'magic attic' where three forgotten toys, including a special stuffed rabbit, unlock a world of imagination that will change all their lives forever. The film is directed by Michael Landon, Jr., features the voices of Jane Seymour, Tom Skerritt and Ellen Burstyn, and was produced based on the best-selling book by Margery Williams. Awards: 2009 Dove Family-Approved Seal. "Total sell-through for Christmas 2009 was over 64 percent!" Jennifer Barger, Assistant Brand Manager, Anchor Bay Entertainment, told TDmonthly in spring 2010.

Girls use the light box with the fashion films and sketch sheets to start drawing some of the 100+ clothing and accessory combinations. They can use the design guide for inspiration to find theiir inner diva and start sketching their own designer wardrobe. "This light box sketch kit is a huge draw for any girl. They can start their sketches out on the right path by tracing the outlines of the clothing. Plus, the design guide in this kit is amazing — it has easy to follow instructions, ideas, and tips on how to make their designs look like a professional drew them," Sarah Koth, PR Manager, Fashion Angels Enterprises, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2010.

Andy's friends are out of the toy box. Woody and Buzz are ready to round them up for another adventure! Each tin includes a colorful play scene printed on the inside of the tin, 1 additional colorful play scene (2 cards) and 3 sheets of magnets.

This small purple engine boasting red wheels and gold trim is labeled with the No. 14 and prides himself on mischief and adventure. It measures 3.5" x 1.5" x 2".
— Ten of 38 specialty retailers named Thomas & Friends as one of their best-selling wooden lines in February 2010.
— Mike Lane, manager of Hobbytown in Cumming, Ga., told TDmonthly in early 2010 that his store sells about 3 dozen Thomas trains per month.

The classic Ant Farm gets an update from a galaxy far, far away. Kids can watch live ants dig and tunnel beneath two Star Wars planet landscapes from Season 2 of “The Clone Wars,” Geonosis and Felucia. The Ant Farms are connectable, break-resistant and escape-proof. Clean tunneling sand and clear connector tubing are included; just mail in the coupon for live harvester ants and let the digging begin.

“That’s no moon; it’s the Death Star Planetarium.” This tabletop Death Star opens up into a planetary projector to display the cosmos on a bedroom ceiling. Kids can choose to view a map of the worlds that make up the Star Wars galaxy, or view the Earth’s own night sky.

“The Clone Wars” characters come to life with the Holographic Animation Lab. Kids can learn about animation, persistence of vision, and the principles of a zoetrope, an invention that is nearly 2,000 years old. The Animation Lab comes with 10 animation disks — one side has characters from “The Clone Wars” and the other side is blank to create unique moving pictures.

The Clone Trooper Recon Kit helps kids find bugs and more, using the included tools — a soil sifter, a magnifier and a special reconnaissance tool. They can even explore in the dark with the built-in searchlight. Once an interesting life form has been found, the kit transforms to an insect viewer to examine the specimen.

Children discover the science of light and optics as they build their own miniature, 8.25”-long version of the lightsaber used by Anakin Skywalker. A choice of four different colored crystals customizes the lightsaber. There are two lenses (focusing and wide-angle) to demonstrate the principles of optics.