October 2011 New Specialty Toys — All

This classic style has a beautiful layered pink skirt. The pink velvet bodice, decorated with silver sequin and accented with a blossomed pink flower, will make any princess feel majestic. "We use only soft, durable clothing-quality fabrics, which makes all of our dress ups comfortable. The seams and hems are completely finished and there are no itchy underskirts or fabrics, adding to the comfort," Andrea Farrell from Little Adventures told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2011.
— Kim Emigh, vice president of e—commerce at Growing Tree Toys in State College, Pa., told TDmonthly in a December 2011 survey that she sells a few brands of costumes, but that Little Adventures tends to do the best because of their relatively lower price point.

This pink rainbow fairy dress up is sprinkled with pixie dust and sequins. The shimmery spandex is embellished with pink rainbow flowers with gems at the center. The knee length, layered tricot skirt is sewn directly into the leotard, making it perfect for daily wear. Launch date: February 2011.

The Cardinal Gates Snap N Nap Lightweight Travel Bed is designed for parents on the go who need a portable baby bed that’s light enough to go anywhere.  Patented design utilizes elastic & aluminum tubing. Fast, 1-minute setup & takedown plus light weight makes this a superior travel bed.  Highly functional for traveling /camping. Launch date: January 2012.

Who hasn’t checked a clock or watch to see “11:11” staring back at them? Search 11:11 on Facebook and Twitter or ask just about anyone and you will learn that 11:11 is the ideal time to make a wish. Enter Wishing Watch, the fashionable, fun jelly band accessory that makes wishing easy and exciting with its daily alarm at 11:11a.m. Wishing Watch is available in seven hot colors and is water resistant. Launch date: August 2011.

Legwarmer + Sock = Pork Chop Kids.  Gives the coverage of tights, but do not have to take them off for diaper changes and potty breaks. Functional and fashionable accessory. 6 months - 8 years old. Launch date: October 2008.

Amy Michelle™ go bebé™ totes help moms keep up with it all, including their style.  Amy Michelle offers a baby bag and handbag combination that accommodates both mom and baby in elegant fashion. Launch date: September 2011.
Awards: 2010 Sam Walton Entreprenuer of the Year; 2009 American Express Women in Business

The newest addition to the Stonz line is Rain Boot Linerz. They are made with ultra soft, fine fibre Velour-fleece which will leave kids feet warm, dry & comfortable. The linerz can be worn in both tall and short boots and the unisex color allows them to be worn in a variety of styles.

First Toddle® Baby Gym is a comprehensive play and development system that takes a baby from 3 months to 3+ years of age.  One product is all parents need to help their children learn to stand and walk.  It also helps children with special needs. "First Toddle® Baby Gym is one development system that grows with a child and replaces other infant and toddler toys.  Not only is First Toddle® Baby Gym enjoyed by children of all walks of life, it has dramatic positive impact on children who need a bit more support to get started (e.g., children with special needs)," Mike Monaghan, CEO of First Toddle, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2010.
Awards: 2009 - Creative Child Magazine's "Toy of the Year" 2009 - Creative Child Magazine's "Product of the Year" 2009 - iParenting Media Award Winner 2009 - The Toy Man Seal of Approval 2009 - The Toy Man Best of 2009 Award 2010 - Creative Child Magazine's "Toy of the Year" 2010 - Creative Child Magazine's "Product of the Year" 2010 - Mom's Best Award 2010 - WTS Toy Review 5-Star Award 2010 - GreatDad.com 2010 - NAPPA Honors 2011 - AblePlay - Top 10 Newest Products and Top 2% of Products We've Ever Reviewed for Children with Special Needs

Our 6" removable logos are perfect for electronics and are a great add-on item.

Peel-N-Stick borders measure 5.7"X12'.

These growth charts are 6"X52", measure up to 6' and are easy to apply and removable!

Our 2'X2' removable wall logos are printed in bold, vibrant colors and are easily applied to smooth surfaces.

Little Pim Chinese Word and Phrase Cards are beautifully drawn and introduce 60 words and phrases.  They feature lovable Little Pim, the panda, and include phonetic translation for adults. The cards can be used on their own or as part of the Little Pim DVD series. 

See Little Pim and friends making and eating food while having fun discovering new tastes and learning more than 60 Italian words and phrases used at mealtime. Filmed in hi-definition, features native speakers, runtime 35 minutes.

Includes Little Pim French: eating and drinking (Disc 1), French Bop music CD, and an 8” Little Pim plush panda, all packaged in reusable see-through tote. Little Pim French: eating and drinking introduces over 60 words and phrases used at mealtime. French Bop features 15 songs, three by kid’s music star Milkshake.

Little Pim Spanish Bop music CD is a delightful way to enhance children's language abilities. 15 songs, 12 of which are sung in Spanish, can be enjoyed on their own or as part of the award-winning Little Pim DVD series. Each CD contains a 16-page lyrics book that highlights vocabulary taught on the DVDs, and an English translation of all the songs. Spanish Bop features three original songs by Milkshake, a popular band on the kid music circuit, and one song by Grammy award-winner Dan Zanes & Friends.

Puzzle Doubles! Giant take the concept of a traditional puzzle to a whole new level!  Each product in this series includes a 30-piece, 3’ X 2’, beautifully illustrated “talk about” floor puzzle.  Once children have completed the puzzle, they can turn it over and color the giant illustration themselves using the four write-on/wipe-off crayons enclosed.  The crayons can be wiped off with a dry cloth.  Puzzle Doubles! provide children with multiple learning activities combined in one great product!  Ages 3+ years.   

The Make It! series are fun construction games that will challenge problem solving and memorization, and will develop fine motor skills of young children as they build their favorite creatures.  Featuring Dinosaurs, Zoo Animals, Farm Animals and Animal Babies, Make It! is a multiplayer game that teaches cooperation skills and animal recognition.  Simply take turns selecting game cards and try to collect the pieces necessary to complete your animal.  Great family games for all ages.  Ages 3+ years.

These portable hand-held talking animals are cute and colorful and as much fun as they look.  Kids can learn all about musical instruments and transportation sounds as well as their favorite nursery rhyme melodies.  The animal pals feature two play modes, light-up buttons, friendly voices and activities and an auto shut-off feature.  Early Learning Animal Pals will soon become your child’s favorite toy.  Ages 18+ months.

Holland’s renowned artist, Charles Stephan, Korea’s ball-jointed dollmakers, Elfdoll, and China’s collectible culture kings, Toy2R; have produced a collaboration of international implications with the Alice Cherry Blossom Qees. The Qee figure was retooled to create a brand new head that is incredibly faithful to the original Alice Cherry Blossom. The 2.5-inch Charles Stephan’s Alice Cherry Blossom Qee series assortment includes these 5 characters: Alice Cherry Blossom, Gothic Hoody Alice, Ballerina Alice, School Angel Alice, and School Angel Billie. Assortment is window boxed for ease of choosing the Qee. Launch date: January 2010.

Toy2R's new assortment of plush FabriQees designed by Doink. These 20 inch durable plush figures dressup any room decor. Available in seven vibrate colors, take Qee to the next level with designer plush. Mixed assortment of plush pillows in Orange, Black, Blue, Purple, Red, White and Yellow. Limited to only 800 total units in the world. Launch date: February 2011.

From Spanish designer Emilio Garcia's original creation, The Jumping Brain, Toy2R offers a smaller 2 inch scaled version that comes blinded boxed in a display of 25 randomly packaged figures. Each colorful figure comes with a keychain attachment to hook the brain on anything. Ideal for shops catering to the brainiac or geek shoppers. Launch date: February 2011.

The infant and tween blanket blankets are made of the high quality, unique of fabric.  Customers can select the patterned front, solid back, and ruffle or no ruffle. The majority of the minky fabric is 500-650 GSM. Exclusive prints are also available. "Our product is very unique in that you can select your fabric and different combinations for the front, back and ruffle.  You can use a tween blanket for many uses.... the crib, to travel in the car or by plane.  Great to throw on your lap to keep cozy and warm...Very popular with ages 2-13 years. Our infant blankets are sassy or traditional.  People notice and comment on the how luxurious and fun they are!!! We have larger sizes to put at the end of a toddlers bed or used as a comforter," Sandi Hendry, owner of Minky Couture, told TDmonthly.  Launch date: September 2009.

Playful, cheery and soft, SWEET COTTONS' new RED & WHITE COLLECTION features cozy pima cotton sets, gowns, rompers, blankets and hooded towels. Made of 100% Peruvian Cotton. Launch date: July 2011.