January 2010 Notable Toys — Animal Figures

With coiled tail and mouth wide open, this venomous rattler appears ready to strike. This authentic replica is 40” L x 1” H (100 cm x 2.5 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, it is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.
— Snakes are a big Halloween seller for Shirley Reilly, owner of Let’s Play in Hillsboro, Ore.

Authenticated by the paleontologists of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, this dolphin-like replica measures 8” H x 2.25” L  (20 cm x 5.75 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, it is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and name identification on its underside.

Authenticated by the paleontologists of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, this replica measures 8.75” H x 4” L  (22 cm x 10 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, the replica is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and name identification on its underside.

From the wrinkled and weathered face to the faceted and inscribed shell, this tortoise is represented as the true hardy desert dweller that it is. It measures 3.25” L x 1.5” H (8.25 x 3.8 cm), is meticulously painted by hand, is phthalate and lead free, and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.      

The coyote pup is depicted in the classic “howling at the moon” pose while the mother stands guard. Coyote measures 3.5” L x 1.75” H (9 cm x 4.5 cm). Pup measures 2.25” L x 2.25” H. Meticulously painted by hand, this replica is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.

This opposum depicts mother with babies climbing onto her back. It measures 5” L x 2” H (12.7 cm x 5 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, this replica is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.   

Safari Ltd. has given great attention to detail in its rendering of this elusive jungle dweller native to Malaysia. It measures 4.5” L x 2.75” H (11.5 cm x 7 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, this replica is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.

This beautifully sculpted, giant serpentine replica depicts a powerful swimmer with a long, streamlined body. This mosasaurus measures 8.75” L x 3.25” H (22 cm x 8 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, this replica is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside. 

The Liopleurodon’s highly detailed long, sharp teeth display its readiness to attack. Meticulously painted by hand, this replica is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside. This replica measures 7” L x 4” H (17.8 cm x 10 cm). Awards: Parent's Choice Award 2010
— As of 05/13/2011 this product had 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3 reviews on Amazon.com. Cons: Two users said they wished there was a larger version available.

Highly detailed from its massive wings to its outwardly-pointed sharp teeth, this pterosaur is meticulously painted by hand, phthalate and lead free, and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside. This replica measures 8” L x 7.5” H (20 cm x 19 cm).

This “King of the Sea” was thought to be extinct until one was caught by a fisherman in 1938. The replica measures 5.75” L x 3” H (14.6 cm x 7.6 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, this replica is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.

The Brachiosaurus, or “arm lizard” is unique to the dinosaur kingdom because of its long front legs and short hind legs. The replica measures 14.25” L x 7.75” H (36 cm x 20 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, it is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.

Just as statuesque as the adult, this pure white baby measures 3.7” L x 2.7” H (9.5 cm x 6.8 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, this replica is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.     

This long-haired, red ape, known as “the old man of the forest” stands on all fours at 5” L x 5.22” H (12.75 cm x 13.5 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, this replica is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.

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This jumbo-sized elephant with its trumpeting nose and lifelike eyes measures 10.25” L x 6” H (26 cm x 15.2 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, this replica is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.

This replica of two adult prairie dogs with baby shows their close family ties. These figures measure 3.5” W x 3” H (8.8 cm x 7.6 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, this replica is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.  

This lifelike baby crocodile is depicted breaking out of its shell. The replica measures 4.75” L x 2.25” H (12 cm x 5.7 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, this replica is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.

Almost prehistoric in appearance, the replica of this amazing creature measures 11” L x 2.5” H (28 cm x 6.25 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, this figure is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.  

This pet, jumbo-sized for little hands, measures 4.5” L x 2” H (11 cm x 5 cm). Meticulously painted by hand, this figure is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Each figure includes educational information in five languages and also name identification on its underside.  

This classic draft horse is accurately sculpted and detailed by a leading equine expert in horse anatomy. It measures 5” L x 3.5” H and is hand-painted and phthalate and lead free. Safari Ltd. exceeds all safety standards. 

This bright fabric fish with puckered lips has a pull-out skeleton underneath its skin. Launch date: 2010.
Awards: 2010 Tillywig Top Fun; Creative Child Magazine Toy Award 2010

Cutie Cake Pets are designed to be completely sweet inside and out. These cupcakes don’t have traditional filling, buy convert into loveable pets. Launch date: 2010.

Five Star Finger Puppets are manufactured in the United States and made by hand of soft, durable, hand-washable yarn. They are child safe with no removable parts and come in packages of five that include owl, snake, child, dog and cat characters. "This novelty item can be used for so many things, from potty training to story characters," pointed out Lisa Goldman of Five Star Publications. Launch date: September 9, 2009.

Made from organic cotton and sustainable rubber wood, Momma and Baby Elephant are connected via Velcro at the mama's tail and can be separated. "As with every piece in this line, the classic-meets-modern design makes it suitable for nursery decor as well as play!" Michael Daner, president of I Love My Planet Toys, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 15, 2009.