October 2011 New Specialty Toys — Christmas

Celtic Christmas follows previous successful Putumayo Christmas releases such as A Jazz & Blues Christmas, New Orleans Christmas and Christmas Around the World, which combined have sold over 1 million copies. Celtic Christmas offers Celtic interpretations of Christmas classics along with an original recording. The collection begins with the joyful singing of The Albion Christmas Band on “Here We Come A-Wassailing,” and moves into Charles T. Cozen’s instrumental version of “O Come, O Come Emmanuel.” Dougie MacLean closes out the collection with a soulful Scottish rendition of “Auld Lang Syne.” Launch date: 2011.

Now available in both girl and boy, these Plushee Pals™ are toy versions of their REAL North Pole scout elf counterparts. Unbelievably soft to the touch and gentle to the cheek, these elves are meant to be held and squeezed at Christmas and all year. Each elf is made of the softest material Santa’s toy makers could find—perfect for a child’s loving arms. The elves are available in both light and dark skin tones, and each comes with a special gift tag attached. Each elf stands 19” tall.

An Elf’s Story™, the animated Christmas special that premiered on CBS last holiday season, is the first Elf on the Shelf® Christmas special that features cutting edge animation, memorable songs, and a tale about the spirit of the season. Nine-year old Taylor McTuttle has reached a crossroads. Does he believe Santa Claus really knows who is naughty or nice? Does he even believe in Santa Claus anymore? An Elf’s Story™ is the inspirational tale of Chippey, the young scout elf who is assigned by Santa to restore Taylor’s belief in Christmas magic. When the boy breaks the number one Elf on the Shelf rule, Chippey loses his Christmas magic; the entire McTuttle family loses its scout elf, and both Taylor and Chippey lose their self-respect. Through the power of love and forgiveness, both of them learn that true belief cannot be taught. Each pack includes: An Elf’s Story ™ 23-minute holiday special; TV trailer; Behind-the-scenes look at the making of An Elf’s Story™; Filmmaker’s commentary; and Special Code for website access to Santa's Shipping Yard.

Kids can have fun with the 24 Christmas gifts from LEGO City with the LEGO City Advent Calendar (7553). With a great for each day, the LEGO City advent calendar has 24 days of building fun with Mini-figures, vehicles and other accessories for LEGO City sets. The LEGO City Advent Calendar (7553) includes: 6 MiniFigures, Christmas accessories, furniture and lots of vehicles.

Packaged in a beautiful red Stocking Gift Box are five new tree ornaments from Giantmicrobes. Salmonella is adorned with holly, Dust Mite is sporting antlers and a red nose, Red Blood Cell is sprinkled with snowflakes, Penicillin is decorated with colorful ornaments, and an exclusive Green Amoeba available only in this collection is warmly wrapped up in a red scarf and ear muffs. Launch date: November 2011.

Remove the cover and place gift card inside, remove the tab, and it's ready to give. It's a great way to give an any occasion gift. More than just a puzzle, this item makes gift giving fun. It's also fun for the person giving the gift get to see the recipient have to solve the maze first in order to receive the gift. Launch date: April 2009.

The Movie Maze Gift Holder is a great combination of a gift box, and challenging puzzle. The Movie Maze is the perfect gift for teasing that difficult to buy for person. Holds 2 DVD's, or 3 CD's, or 2 Video Games inside. Books, Video Tapes and more can be placed inside The Movie Maze. "Made in the U.S.A., An innovative idea to make gift-giving fun. Great way to give a holiday or birthday gift. More than just a puzzle-this item makes gift-giving fun," Ken Tinner, VP sales & marketing at Mag-Nif, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2008.

The Money Maze is a great combination of a gift box, challenging puzzle and intriguing bank. Place cash, checks, gift cards, lottery tickets, jewelry and more inside the Money Maze. Lock the door and watch as the recipient is forced to solve the puzzle in order to access their gift. "Our products are made in the U.S.A.. The Money Maze is more than a puzzle, and it makes gift giving fun. They are great for holiday gift giving," Ken Tinner, VP of sales and marketing at Mag-Nif, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2003.

Package Contents: One (1) 3’x5’ Poster, Four (4) removable adhesive squares. Stick over a window and illuminate by turning on the lights in the room. Legal: A Christmas Story: TM & © Turner Entertainment Co. WB Shield: TM & © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s11)

The all-new LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar comes with 24 unique gifts, including an exclusive Santa Claus Yoda minifigure plus vehicles and accessories from the Star Wars universe. Features 8 minifigures, mini Millennium Falcon and X-wing Starfighter, and is 266 pieces total.

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.