July 2010 Notable Toys — All

This ice-green 12" bear is inspired by the legend of the Christmas Rose, which dates back to 15th century Germany. According to the fable, a young girl named Madelon wanted to visit the Jesus in the manger, but had no gift to bring. From her tears sprang a plant with beautiful blooms, "The Christmas Rose."

This 8" bunny is the third in Steiff's festively colored Easter Rabbits series. In her paws, Gloria holds a needle-felted egg made of luxurious carded wool.

This Easter Plush Bunnyis made of cuddly sky blue soft plush with a white precious face and stomach. He carries a basket full of carrots on his back and measures 7."

Made of cuddly soft plush, this bear has the words "My first Steiff" embroidered on his foot pad. The bear comes in lavender, baby blue and light brown and measures 10."

This baby-soft blue lamb plush is machine-washable and measures 11."

This baby-soft green elephant plush is machine-washable and measures 11."

This soft 8" ball makes a chime or crinkle noise when rolled, and comes in three color combinations.

Babies can soothe their gums on these 12.5" buddy blankets. The soft blanket sports crinkles, rings, textured teethers and more to stimulate infants, and comes in green alligator and pink bear versions.

These 13.5" multicultural dolls aim to teach young girls about the importance of giving back. Each doll shows girls how her peers in other countries live, and how they contribute to their families, communities and the world. The girls in the first doll series are from Belarus, Ethiopia, India, Laos, Mexico and the United States. A portion of each sale is donated to a non-profit organization that provides services to the region the doll represents.
Awards: Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products - 2010

This 10" figure features the iconic red with black trim outfit from Michael Jackson's short film "Thriller."

This 10" figure captures the bold and flashy outfit worn in the Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean" music video. The singer wears a black suit with a pink shirt and red bow tie.

This cradle is designed to teach babies cause and effect with a removable kick pad that activates LED lightshows and over 100 songs and sounds. Plug in your MP3 player and the cradle, which has built-in speakers, will display a lightshow to the music.

This rotating, height-adjustible high chair offers multiple recline positions. The star-shaped base fits around table and chair legs for up-close, convenient feeding. The colorful accessory packs, sold separately, include a removable tray liner and a machine-washable seat cushion.

The Morph is sold in two parts — the parental harness in two sizes for $50, and the baby pod for $85 — which means users can get separate harnesses for mom and dad, putting an end to strap and buckle adjustments. Just unlatch the pod and attach to your partner, baby and all. The ergonomic design goes on like a jacket and zips up.

At just 21" wide, this angular polished-aluminum stroller can be easily maneuvered. The reversible seat offers a full recline, and a sun canopy provides extra coverage. The bassinet is sold separately.

This LEGO Architecture replica of the White House can be assembled from the 560 pieces that come with the set. This set is part of the Signature Series from BrickStructures. For ages 12 and up.

Part of the Nautical and Sea Life series, this 9" sea horse plush features bright colors and super-soft fur.

This cuddly 8.5" frog has super-soft green fur and is designed for infants.

Designed to be child-safe and huggable, this 13" square blanket features embroidered eyes, silk edging and washable material.

Designed to be child-safe and huggable, this 13" square blanket features embroidered eyes, silk edging and washable material.

Designed to be child-safe and huggable, this 13" square blanket features embroidered eyes, silk edging and washable material.

Holly Hamster, Christmas Mouse, Mitten Kitten, Decked-Out Black Lab, Holiday Dachshund, Gifty Golden and Cozy Yellow Lab are ready to be loaded into Santa’s sleigh this holiday season. Measuring in 5" to 8,” these festive critters are designed to be stuffed into a holiday stocking or placed upon a package. Each is individually adorned with a touch of Christmas. For example, Holly Hamster is crowned with a red stocking cap trimmed in white fur, while Mitten Kitten wears a pair of red and white mittens around her neck. Gifty Golden holds a gift in his mouth, and Holiday Dachshund is a bit groovier in his peace sign green and red collar and matching peace sign stocking cap.

This 24" x 36" educational poster portrays leaders of the American Civil War and includes a timeline of battles and events.

This 24" x 36" educational poster showcases a variety of butterfly species.