November 2009 New Specialty Toys — All

Safari Ltd. boldly introduces a highly detailed and accurately sculpted Nigersaurus dinosaur known for its vacuum cleaner shaped mouth that would sweep up vegetation and chew it up with hundreds of its tiny teeth. This dino measures 8” long x 3” high.  Hand painted, phthalate and lead free. Safari Ltd. exceeds all safety standards. Safari products are 100% guaranteed.

Safari Ltd’s friendly farm animal collection wouldn’t be complete without some classic farm horses which is why they added the Belgium Draft stallion. A classic draft horse that remains popular even today amongst horse enthusiasts. The model is accurately sculpted and detailed by a leading equine expert who knows the anatomy of a horse. Model measures 5” long x 3.5” high.  Hand painted, phthalate and lead free. Safari Ltd. exceeds all safety standards. Safari products are 100% guaranteed.

Safari Ltd introduced for 2009 a delicate and charming collection of butterfly-winged fairies inspired by nature’s colorful flowers. Figures include Iris, Violet, Jasmine, Buttercup, Bluebell, Rose the Fairy Queen, a Fairy Baby and a Fairy Pony. Figures measure 4” high. Hand painted, phthalate and lead free. Safari Ltd. exceeds all safety standards. Safari products are 100% guaranteed.

These 5.5" x 3.3" camouflage panels have patent-pending, collapsible magnetized hinges so that structures can be knocked down and built again and again. Deluxe and Super Size sets are included, with miniature soldiers.

Suitable for ages 3 months and up, these bright keys with smiling faces feature both flexible and firm plastic and are ideal for grasping, teething and fostering a sense of touch. They are distributed in the United States by Calisson.

Show your basketball team spirit with the Basketball Car Kit for vehicles. One basketball for your car window and a basketball for the front grille make the look complete! Weather resistant.

Show your football team spirit with the Football Car Kit for vehicles. One football for your car window and a football for the front grille make the look complete! Weather resistant.

Make your car into a Shamrock for St. Patrick's Day! Two shamrocks, one for each front window and a lucky Leprechuan hat for the front grille make the look complete! Weather resistant.

Make your car into a Valentine for Valentine's Day! Two hearts, one for each front window and a heart with Cupid's arrow through it for the front grille make the look complete! Weather resistant.

Make your car into a candy cane this Christmas with the Candy Cane Car Kit for vehicles. Two candy canes, one for each front window and a peppermint candy for the front grille make the look complete! Weather resistant.

Make your car into a bunny this Easter with the bunny ears car kit for vehicles. Two bunny ears, one for each front window and a pink nose for the front grille make the look complete! Weather resistant.

Make your car into a bat this Halloween with the batwing car kit for vehicles. Two batwings, one for each front window and a black nose for the front grille make the look complete! Weather resistant.

Make your car into a reindeer this Christmas with the reindeer car kit for vehicles. Two antlers, one for each front window and a red nose for the front grille make the look complete! Weather resistant. "You and your family will have so much fun when you drive your Reindeer Car around town and see the smiles on faces of all ages," Sue Valeri, inventor, told TDmonthly.

This 11-track album features various musical styles and artists, including a jazz and retro number from Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, a bluesy tune from Christmas Jug Band, and selections from bluegrass artist Sam Bush and country star Deana Carter. Songs include "Sleigh Ride," "Let It Snow," "Holly Jolly Christmas" and other seasonal favorites. Launch date: 2009.

These swim goggles for kids feature polycarbonate lenses that offer 100-percent UV protection, an anti-fog system, and silicone cups for comfort. They are available in pink and blue and feature an adjustable silicone strap. Launch date: 2009.

This classic cable knit baby blanket in pastel blue by Elegant Baby is an elegant gift for a baby boy. Adorned with a wide ribbed border this incredibly cuddly 100% cotton blanket can serve as a gift by itself, as well as being an ideal accent to the Elegant Baby cable knit jumpsuit or cable knit sweater.  The blanket is sized at 36” x 45”. Also available in chocolate, white and pink.

This signature Elegant Baby piggy bank features a beautiful orange color and adorable white polka dots. Hand-painted, no two piggy banks are alike. It’s packaged in a clear PVC box, so this coin bank makes for a nice gift for any baby shower or birthday.  Measures 6.5"x 5.75"x 7.75". Available in a variety of other colors.

The classic stuffed teddy bear with a soft cable knit exterior that makes this pink teddy bear pleasing to the touch but also durable enough to withstand the rigors of being baby’s favorite stuffed animal.  Also available in blue, chocolate and white.

Unicorns are  mythical and legendary animals depicted as a beautiful horse with a single strong horn on the forehead and split hooves. Safari has recreated this elusive creature in all its wonderment, with roses in her mane. It is painted by hand and phthalate free. Educational information is in five languages, included for the delight of children and adults alike. Launch date: 2009.

With this DVD full of colorful, scenic imagery, children learn about fall and winter, including features such as harvest, apples and animal activity. The DVD includes a Spanish vocabulary game as well as a game that helps develop image recognition. The accompanying activity book includes lessons to teach addition and graphing, and even instructions for making applesauce.

The Nylon Pizza Cutter from Curious Chef is designed as a safe and fun kitchen utensil for cutting pizza. "The Pizza Cutter is made of nylon, which is hard enaough to cut pizza, but not skin! Also, the design is very compelling, since it features a unique guard that will keep fingers from [the] blade and soft touch button grips," Cristina Villa, account executive at JB Cumberland PR, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009.

The Rolling Pin by Curious Chef is designed specifically for kids' small hands, has ergonomic handles and non stick surface. "Its diameter is the same as a regular one, so that it's highly functional, while being cute and safe. The only difference is that it's shorter and with ergonomic handles," Cristina Villa, account executive at JB Cumberland PR, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009.

Scopa is a centuries old Italian card game of memory, strategy, and skill. Easy to learn, a challenge to master. Included in this set is an authentic set of imported Italian cards, a classic game board, and full instructions on how to play Scopa. Also included is a booklet with instructions on how to play other classic Italian Card Games. The Scopa playingboard features an attractive design with card values printed in each corner for players' reference. The Italian playing cards features 4 suits; and can be used for up to three separate Italian games.