February 2015 Notable Toys — Preschool

Your child can pedal forward or backward on this tricycle, or you can push them using the bar. There is a safety belt on the tricycle seat, and a bucket that snaps on to the back of the tricycle - or, can be attached to the pushbar to create a new toy!

The new Calin Ballerina features the same sweet-smelling baby doll you know and love, this time in a beautiful little ballerina outfit. The tutu is a one-piece, so you won't lose anything, not even the adorable ballet slippers.

Go on a trip with the Go! Go! Smart Animals Zoo Explorers Playset by VTech. Explore and learn about animals, colors and more with the SmartPoint rhino and electronic zoo entrance. You can also connect to other playsets including Go! Go! Smart Wheels for even more fun!
Awards: 2015 TIA Infant/Toddler Toy of the Year

Split before he splats on you! Players squeeze the seagull's tail as he flies over the sunbathers below. The kid-powered pump on the seagull's tail randomly squirts bubble solutions; if he splats on your sunbather you lose a playing piece. This unique games provides hours of foamy fun for all ages! 2-4 players.

Make 6 stylish textured outfits! Rubbing onto sticker sheets means you don’t have to color in the lines. Just peel and stick your perfect shapes! Sticker sheets lock onto rubbing plates so it is easy to hold. Includes 10 textures on 5 rubbing plates, 6 fashion scenes, 256 stickers, 8 crayons, and easy picture instructions. Launch date: Spring 2015.

Learn about the United States while soaking in the tub! 74 colorful foam puzzle pieces float and stick to the tile wall when wet. Includes all 50 states, weather and landmark pieces to layer on and a suction cup mesh storage bag. SMALL PARTS. Not for <3 years. Launch date: Spring 2015

Love me wet, Love me dry SPLUSHY™ characters go from beach to bath to bed! No more need to keep soft toys away from water – kids love to get wet and so do their SPLUSHY friends! Each hand sewn friends, made from the softest most colorful plush fabric, comes with a removable hoodie. Machine washable, anti-microbial filling.

Now all volumes of the award winning Brainy Baby DVD series are available in Spanish! Same great content as the traditional Brainy Baby, but in Spanish. 12 volumes available.

Augmented Reality (AR) flashcards. See the flashcards come alive with any tablet or phone with a camera. Just download the free app and instantly the images on the flashcards come alive in full 3D and rotation. Fun facts and audio included. 3 styles available, Animals, Letters and Numbers.

Super Hero Henry is part of our new storybook series from our creative team at Small Fry Beginnings. Beautiful illustration and cleaver writing that inspires and captivates children. Life lessons in every story. For ages 2-5. The perfect bedtime story.

Twinkles & Luna is part of our new storybook series from our creative team at Small Fry Beginnings. Beautiful illustration and cleaver writing that inspires and captivates children. Life lessons in every story. For ages 2-5. A great bedtime story.

Sunny Sun Sunshine is part of our new storybook series from our creative team at Small Fry Beginnings. Beautiful illustration and cleaver writing that inspires and captivates children. Life lessons in every story. For ages 2-5. A book children will want to read over and over.

Soothing music for both babies and parents from popular artists. 10 volumes available: Billy Joel, Elton John, John Mayer, Madonna, The Beatles, Garth Brooks, Michael Jackson and more!

Hours of fun all in one! Great for early walkers and toting toddlers.  Features spinning gears, peek-a-boo mirror, turning tiles, curvy maze, slider track maze, xylophone, washboard and wooden mallet.  Adult assembly required. Includes hex key. Phillips screwdriver required. Cart measures 12.75"W x 15.5"H x 19" assembled.
Launch date: Spring 2015

This sweet and soft musical pull toy from our new Petite Rose Collection plays a lilting and familiar phrase from "Sleeping Beauty." Babies quickly associate their action (pulling on the bunny) with a response (delightful music). For Ages 0+ months.

Colorful cardboard carry case opens to two-level castle.  Imaginative playset features a 16 piece reversible puzzle playmat and 28 accessories, including wooden characters, horses, and coach. For ages 4+ years.

Multiple toys in 1! Learn to walk with this sturdy trolley which also doubles as a workbench. Features 24 accessories, including 3 magnetic tools and truck driver. For ages 1+ years.

This innovative construction toy features 9 wooden pieces that connect magnetically to build a colorful yellow taxi. For ages 2+ years.

This super soft and colorful playmat features a variety of activities to stimulate early development. Rattles, mirrors, squeakers, and textures engage and stimulates an infant’s senses. Colors Activity toys are also extremely fluffy and soft, always remaining in the Kaloo spirit.

Five colorful cardboard Circus structures can be stacked and nested.  Each structure comes with a corresponding wooden Circus character for role play.  This fun stacking toy promotes the development of dexterity, number recognition, and social development through role play.

For over 75 Years, LASSIE has been the protector, trusted companion and loyal friend. Lassie plush collies are available in 3 sizes, 12", 22" & 27". © 2015 Classic Media LLC.
— In a June 2015 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that dogs from Douglas were their best-selling plush toy.

This adorable 14" Little Sister with blue sleep eyes is the perfect addition to the babblebaby™ family.  Utilizing Madame Alexander's popular Cuddle Baby body, with soft vinyl head, hands and feet, Little Sister babblebaby™ is winning the hearts of little girls.  Though she doesn't talk yet, she will make over 80 real baby sounds if you speak to her! Her white knit dress,  accented with white polka dot pink tulle, is worn over pink and white striped leggings. A hot pink headband with matching tulle completes this sweet look.

The award-winning plush from Europe finally makes it stateside for children coast to coast to cuddle. When times get rough, kids can jot down their frets, worries and fears and feed it to Worry Eater. As child sleeps, mom or dad tiptoes in and discovers the scary concern. Next day a solution or discussion can be shared between child and grownup. A much healthier way to deal with stress and worry! $15.99 (S) & $22.99 (L)
Styles in both small and large sizes: Schnulli, Saggo, Enno and Polli
Available in large only: Flint, Bill, Betti and Flamm.

A pirate track game with a wind-up pirate galleon to sail around the treasure island. Be the first player to fill your loot bag with coins from the treasure chest before the pirates catch up with you in their galleon! For 2 to 4 players. Contents: game board, wind-up pirate galleon, 4 loot bag boards, 24 play coins, 4 pirate counters with stands, dice, dice shaker, guide. Mention ToyDirectory for special considerations