July 2010 New Specialty Toys — All

At bedtime, this dragon plush becomes a nighttime music box. With his glowing star and illuminated nose, Walter is designed to comfort children until they drift off to sleep.   

This magnetic dress-up set features two double-sided wooden figures that can be dressed for every occasion. An extensive wardrobe of magnetic tops and tights, reusable vinyl shoes and hair accessories are included in a portable zippered fashion-designer portfolio.

The My Pillow Pets panda comes with a velcro closure that when opened transforms him into a pillow. This soft black and white plush measures 18" x 9" x 9."

This complete drum set for preschoolers comes with two drums, a metal cymbal, a guiro and two drumsticks. The drums are made of hardwood topped with durable latex drumheads. The set stands 13" tall and is designed to help children develop an early sense of rhythm and music.
— In a December 2012 survey, Peg Scholtes, owner of Capitol Kids LTD in Madison, Wisc., told TDmonthly that PlanToys brand instruments were her bestselling musical toys.

Miracle Pounding is designed to add excitement to a traditional ball pounding activity. When children hit the ball with the wooden mallet the toy pushes out a different ball, ready to pounded again.

Young children can create colorful mosaics with the Fantacolor Junior peg board set. The set includes eight pattern cards, a clear peg board and 48 colorful pegs that are large enough for preschool-age children to handle. This toy is designed to help children develop motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

These big beautiful birds are 38" tall from the control to the bottom of the puppet's feet. The flamingo puppet is available in pink, orange and rainbow colors.

This high-performance yo-yo features a polycarbonate flared gap design, stainless steel ball bearings and a fast-break response system that resists wear and reduces maintenance.

This wooden set features Chicago's own Metra Passenger Train. All Whittle Train toys are designed for use on Brio and Thomas track systems.

George Luck's classic wooden puzzle features various dinosaurs.

This classic teddy bear is made of fine light blue mohair, decorated yellow and white floral embroidery. He is jointed and surface washable and wears a dark blue ribbon around his neck.

This teddy bear is made of fine white mohair, decorated with an elegant purple floral pattern. He is jointed and surface washable and wears a purple ribbon around his neck.

The Gandalf plush is a soft toy version of the wise old wizard from the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Gandalf measures 7" tall and has gray hair and big black eyes. He wears a gray robe and carries a brown "wood" staff.

The Frodo plush is a soft toy version of the brave and heroic hobbit from the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Frodo measures 7" tall and has shaggy brown hair and big black eyes. He wears a brown and gray outfit and carries a silver sword.

Available in a light and dark grain finish, these 8" Qees feature detailing that makes them look like real wood and a teddy-bear-like face design.
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Collectors can bring nature indoors with this special edition Qee. The faux grass, ladybug-adorned "Save the Earth" Qee is 8" tall and requires no watering, fertilizer, trimming or other maintenance.

This 8" Hello Kitty plush looks chic in a soft lavender dress and matching hair bow adorned with sweet strawberries.

This Hello Kitty plush comes dressed in a pink baby chick suit. The fluffy suit includes a hood, polka dot paws and a ribbon.

This 8" Hello Kitty plush wears a sweet party dress with a matching hair ribbon in strawberry sundae colors.

This award-winning, snap-together block allows individuals to make spherical shapes from toy blocks. LaQ Basic 650 is a 650-piece kit consisting of all seven types of LaQ blocks in red, blue, yellow, green, white, and black parts to make 16 interchangeable models. Easy to follow instructions show steps to make an Airplane, Boy, Butterfly, Bulldozer, Christmas Tree, Crawfish, Dog, Ferris Wheel, Formula Car, Helicopter, House, Sailing Ship, Snake, Traffic Light and Tree.

This award-winning, snap-together block allows individuals to make spherical shapes from toy blocks. LaQ Hobby Kits are 260-piece kits designed to make various interchangeable models. The Hobby Kit Beetle has instructions to make a Beetle, Wood Louse, Spider, Bee, Ant, Butterfly and Ladybug.

With LaQ, kids can make spherical shapes from toy blocks. LaQ Mini Kits are 175-piece kits designed to make various interchangeable models. The Mini Kit Chameleon has instructions to make a Chameleon, Giant Tortoise, Crocodile, Frog and Japanese Bush Warbler.

LaQ Mini Kits are 175-piece block sets that can make various interchangeable spherical models. The Mini Kit Shark comes with instructions for building a shark, rhinoceros, elephant, kingfisher and shoebill.

Do Tell is designed for parties, couples, friends and girls' getaways. By inspiring players to participate through words and actions, Do Tell acts as a natural icebreaker and a tool for connection and communication. Players never have to play the card they are given or reveal more than they are comfortable with. Do Tell aims to keep players curious, interested, engaged and rolling in the aisles. "We’re about expansion, diversity, compassion, understanding, coming out of our box, acceptance, love and laughter," Geoff LaPlace, president of Do Tell Enterprises, told TDmonthly.