February 2013 Notable Toys — All

This little girl is not feeling well, but her mommy can make her feel all better. As girls check on their toddler with the included medical instruments, the doll will interact with all sorts of phrases. She responds "Ahhhh" to the tongue depressor and giggles when the reflex hammer makes her knee pop up (it really kicks). The stethoscope makes a heartbeat sound and lights up, the ear checker goes from happy to sad with the click of a button, and the doll's forehead lights up red with a fever that the working medicine dropper will cure. Also includes a syringe, role-play name badge and doctor's kit that stores everything away neatly once baby feels better.

The Crayola Digital Light Designer lets children express their artistic side, without the mess of traditional pens. The round dome responds to the touch of a stylus to display up to seven colors, providing unlimited imaginative fun. Kids can make their drawings move with animation options or even create short movies by combining drawings. The dome also features eight engaging activities and games to keep kids entertained.

With the Playmobil Soldiers Fort with Dungeon kids can help the soldiers defend their fort, which includes a prison drop door, dungeon, and vault. Located on the door to the vault is a magic coin that can be used on the Pirate Adventure Island. Set also includes three figures, working cannon, and other accessories. Dimensions: 20.1 x 18.9 x 9.3 inches (L x W x H). Recommended for ages four to ten.
— Sue Hottel, manager of No Kidding (aka Sand Castle Toys Inc) in Mattapoisett, Mass., told TDmonthly in a May 2014 survey that Playmobil was one of the top-2 best-selling construction toys in the store.

Discover the all new Magneatos Better Builder Series. With super strong magnetic force, unique rod and ball configurations and myriad design possibilities, Magneatos Better Builders are a wonderfully inventive way to help children discover principles of science, construction, and engineering while developing their creativity skills. Includes handy storage bin and deluxe 22-page Activity Guide which explores magnet science and provides sample building models for all ages. Magnets are safely and securely embedded in the over sized rods. Metal balls ensure a quick and strong connection. Tested to ages 18 months plus. For ages 2+.
Awards: Oppeheim Platinum Best Toy Award Winner

With a background in children’s literature, plus a GRAMMY® nomination for his kids’ songs, Zak Morgan brings all of his life experiences and a simple delight in words and music to his fourth family music album, The Barber of the Beasts, available on October 30 from the new Universal Music Enterprises label myKaZoo. The new CD, his third collaboration with producer/guitarist Ric Hordinski, features zany cover art and a 24-page, full-color insert with illustrations for all the songs, all done in the inimitable style of C.F. Payne. The album’s impressive guest artists include Bootsy Collins, Robbie Fulks , Byron House (Robert Plant), Karin Bergquist (Over the Rhine), and David LaBruyere (John Mayer). This exuberant celebration of wordplay and humorous storytelling are all typical of Zak Morgan’s songwriting. He aims to inspire his listeners to enjoy learning for its own sake while providing non-stop entertainment via catchy music and lyrics to make all ages hoot with delight.

BubbleBum is perfect for parents and tots or kids always on-the-go ages 4-11. The first inflatable lightweight car booster seat, BubbleBum is a fun way for kids to ride comfortably. BubbleBum comes with seat belt positioning clips in place of arm rests and fits in small spaces, making it possible to fit three kids across the back seat. It easily deflates after use allowing it to be stored in a backpack, flight bag, trunk or even a large purse. Perfect for family car trips, fly ins with car rentals and every day use with car pools.

In free play children will pile the animal blocks on top of each other by color or all mixed up, and play with the animal vehicle. A colorful stacking game. All in one toy and game with instructions. Game material designed with special care. Conceived for small children's hands. 1 - 4 players.

The Spin ‘N Saucer™ comes with EZ-Glide wheels for 360°movement so children are free to create their own motion and can move in any direction – there is no getting stuck. The SafeSpin™ design offers a low-profile for stability and the ergonomic handle gives children the leverage they need to spin freely. For added fun, buttons are built into the handle to play sounds on the move.

Start a garden with this Flowers TOOB® from Safari Ltd®, featuring flowers from around the world. This collection of individually hand painted miniature replicas features vibrant colors, professional sculpting, and accurate detail. Packaged in a reusable acetate tube, this set contains these lifelike flowers: rose, tulip, hibiscus, bird of paradise, daffodil, sunflower, lotus, and orchid. Hand painted figures measure 1.5” to 3” (4 to 7.5 cm) and are suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety.

Marvel at the creatures that shared the earth alongside Tyrannosaurus rex with the Sue and Friends TOOB®from Safari Ltd®. These collections of individually hand painted miniature replicas feature vibrant colors, professional sculpting, and accurate detail. Packaged in a reusable acetate tube, this set contains 13 colorful and accurate dinosaurs. Hand painted figures measure 1.5” to 3” (4 to 7.5 cm) and are suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2013.

Ever wonder about that chirping in your backyard? With the Safari Ltd® Backyard Birds TOOB® bring the colorful birds of your backyard into your home. Packaged in a reusable acetate tube, this set contains seven replicas, including a Woodpecker, Indigo Bunting, Robin, Oriole, Warbler, Cardinal and Blue Jay. Hand painted figures measure 1.5” to 3” (4 to 7.5 cm) and are suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2013.

Take a tour around the world exploring the inspiring and wondrous cites of the World Landmarks TOOB® from Safari Ltd®.Packaged in a reusable acetate tube, this set contains seven replicas, including the Great Wall of China, Mount Rushmore, Stonehenge, Buddha of Lantau, Easter Island, Neuschwanstein Castle and Colosseum. Hand painted figures measure 1.5” to 3” (4 to 7.5 cm) and are suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2013.

Discover the explosion of life in the Cambrian Sea with the Cambrian Life TOOB® from Safari Ltd®. This TOOB® features some of the most notable of these creatures from 500 million years ago. Packaged in a reusable acetate tube, this set contains eight replicas, including the Anomalocaris, Vauxia, Naraoia, Trilobite, Ottioa, Sanctacaris, Sidneyia, and Charniodiscus. Hand painted figures measure 1.5” to 3” (4 to 7.5 cm) and are suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2013.

The mythical Safari Ltd® Dragons join together in this enchanting Dragons Designer TOOB® featuring six vibrant miniature figures. Packaged in a reusable acetate tube, this set includes the Forest Dragon, Ice Dragon, Midnight Moon Dragon, Mountain Dragon, CloudDragon and Chinese Horned Dragon. Hand painted figures measure 2” H (5 cm) and are suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2013.

From a witch to the king, the Safari Ltd® Days of Old Designer TOOB® will take you on a magical fairytale adventure. Packaged in a reusable acetate tube, this set contains six figures, including Magnus the Wizard, Medea the Witch, Queen Sofia, King Alfred, Princess Juliet and Prince Patrick. Hand painted figures measure 2” H (5 cm) and are suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2013.

Trick or treat all year round with the Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Designer TOOB® from Safari Ltd®. Eerie Halloween figures will help to celebrate All-Hallows’-Eve even when the holiday has come and gone. Packaged in a reusable acetate tube, this set contains eight glow-in-the-dark figures, including a Cat, Bat, Skeleton, Ghost, Witch, Cauldron, Spider & Web and Pumpkin. Hand painted figures measure 2” H (5 cm) and are suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2013.

Keep the holiday spirit alive with the Christmas Designer TOOB® from Safari Ltd®. Everything from Santa to his sleigh and candy canes to ornaments is included in this holiday collection. Packaged in a reusable acetate tube, this set contains eight figures, including a Christmas Tree, Candy Cane, Ornament, Snowman, Sleigh, Xmas Gift Boxes and Santa Claus. Hand painted figures measure 2” H (5 cm) and are suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2013.

Be extra careful not to touch its venomous tentacles. Its translucent appearance makes this Safari Ltd® Jellyfish difficult to spot, even if it glow-in-the-dark. This hand painted replica from Safari Ltd® measures 4.5” L x 4” W (11.5 x 10.25 cm) and is suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2013.

Dragons can be found in nearly any habitat. This blizzard-white Glow-in-the-Dark Snow Dragon from Safari Ltd® blends in with its icy home. This hand painted replica measures 6” L x 5” W x 5.5” H (15 x 12.5 x 14 cm) and is suitable for ages 4 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2013.

Day or night, kids will never lose sight of this Glow-in-the-Dark Starfish from Safari Ltd®. It’s soft, bumpy skin will trick kids into thinking they’re holding a real starfish. This hand painted replica measures 4.5” L x .5” H (11.5 x.5 cm) and is suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety.

Set contains 124 pieces. How do you want to travel today? This set gives lots of choices. Catch a Hi- Speed Train at the station, if that is too fast, what about a slower ride on the local line. If you want to go by car to the airport to watch the planes and helicopters don't forget to fill up at the petrol station before you go. Also included brightly colored houses, buildings, people, tunnel, trees, and vehicles.

Set contains 130 pieces. This set has so much included it will keep children ( and parents ) busy for hours. Low rail tracks, high rail tracks up above the forest, bridges, a tunnel, a turntable and a triple engine shed. Two freight trains chug along carrying their cargo to the crane depot to be unloaded. The people are very busy here there is so much to do. Also included brightly colored houses, trees, and vehicles.

Set contains 101 pieces. The passengers must make sure they know which line the train is going on, or they could arrive at the orchard instead of the post office ! The train with two carriages and a guards van is traveling through the town over the bridge and out into the countryside, passing houses, trees, and a lovely church. Vehicles wait patiently at the level crossing for the train to pass arriving at the station right on time.

Set contains 20 pieces. Perfect way to begin - starter set of circular track, brightly colored train & two carriages to push around the track, three colorful houses and trees included. Additional track pieces and accessories can be added as required.