July 2010 Notable Toys — All

These four mini-jigsaws are each divided into four colorful pieces. This set features a train, plane, truck and boat.

The gentle concepts of this book aim to inspire children to love the natural world. Animals Everywhere is designed to teach children about animal habitats from snowy mountains to dusty deserts.

The gentle concepts of this book aim to inspire children to love the natural world. Little Helpers shows kids that small actions taken each day can make a big difference in helping the Earth.
Awards:  2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal.

Ten chunky books can be stacked or stored to turn even a few minutes into a learning lesson. Concepts include colors, shapes, rhymes, opposites and more. The book tower is available in Little Animal or Little Learning versions.

Webkinz Zumbuddies Plush have big smiles and fun personalities. Kids can unlock a virtual Zum to play with, then receive a Zum room for each five Zumbuddies collected. All Zumbuddies receive "Zummie" tokens to use in the online Z Shop.

Webkinz Zumbuddies Plush have big smiles and fun personalities. Kids can unlock a virtual Zum to play with, then receive a Zum room for each five Zumbuddies collected. All Zumbuddies receive "Zummie" tokens to use in the online Z Shop.

Moxie Teenz are articulated dolls with interchangeable wigs, realistic glass eyes and stylish fashions and accessories. Melrose has long blonde hair and wears a navy military jacket over a white top and acid-wash jeans. Her outfit is accessorized with a silver hat, belt and handbag, a ring, earrings and black boots.

Moxie Teenz are articulated dolls with interchangeable wigs, realistic glass eyes and stylish fashions and accessories. Tristen has long, dark straight hair and wears a black-and-gray top and red shorts. Her outfit is accessorized with a gray vest, hat and socks, black high-heeled booties, red lace tights, bracelets, earrings and a pink-and-black tote bag.

Slip, slide and splash the days away with the Aviva Cosmic slide. Set up is simple: inflate and connect a hose to the Water Jet for sliding fun. Recommended ages 6-12. Recommended water depth: 5'.

Inflatable paddle boat allows the kids to navigate the waters onboard the challenger pedal boat. This single child inflatable boat operates easily in the pool or lake by simply pedaling and leaning left or right to steer. Recommended for ages 6-12.

This double lounger features a cool mesh lining that allows you to float comfortably in the water without completely submerging, relaxing head-rest pillows, and a center compartment for easy storage of beverages, magazines or sunglasses. Recommended for ages 9 and up. Recommended minimum water depth: 5'.

Play in the water or in the backyard with the Aviva Rocket Toss Inflatable Dart Game. The complete set of 6 inflatable darts in 2 contrasting colors has no sharp points so the whole family can play. Throw the darts at the inflatable dartboard and rack up the points to become the winner. Can be used on land or in the water. Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Lexa, Sasha, Sophina and Avery dolls come wearing outfits that show off their individuality. Avery has long curly blonde hair and wears a pink-and-blue tiered dress over a white short-sleeved top. She comes accessorized with white knee-high socks, pink mary-janes and a cute toy monkey that matches her outfit.

Lexa, Sasha, Sophina and Avery dolls come wearing outfits that show off their individuality. Lexa has long dark wavy hair and wears a pink tiered dress tied at the waist with a blue ribbon. Pink and white striped knee-high socks complete her look.

This doll set features two Moxie Girlz with stylish outfits and accessories and neon-streaked hair. Included are "Best Friends" necklaces for the dolls, and "Best Friends" bracelets for girls to share with a friend.

This doll set features two Moxie Girlz wearing fun outfits girls can color themselves. Also included are two friendship bracelets to share with a friend and accessories to color with washable markers.

Lalaloopsy dolls are 13" rag dolls who magically came to life when their very last stitch was sewn. Spot Splatter Splash has yellow hair styled into pigtails with two red bows. She wears a red-and-white striped top and polka dot petticoat under a white paint-splattered overall jumper. She comes accessorized with white high-top sneakers, striped socks and a matching red-and-white zebra pet.

Lalaloopsy dolls are 13" rag dolls who magically came to life when their very last stitch was sewn. Peanut Big Top has violet hair styled into pigtails with two red bows. She wears a frilly white top and peach tutu, accessorized with striped tights, shiny orange elbow-length fingerless gloves, and hot pink high-top sneakers. Included is a tiny pet elephant, who wears a black top hat.

Lalaloopsy dolls are 13" rag dolls who magically came to life when their very last stitch was sewn. Jewel Sparkles has light pink hair topped with a pink crown. She wears a hot pink tiered party dress, accessorized with matching mary-janes with bows, and white socks. A pink kitten pet is included.

Lalaloopsy dolls are 13" rag dolls who magically came to life when their very last stitch was sewn. Crumbs Sugar Cookie has hot pink hair topped with a shiny black bow headband. She wears a frilly lace-trimmed hot pink dress under a yellow gingham apron, accessorized with hot pink socks and light pink high-top sneakers. A yellow and white pet mouse is included.
— As of 10.25.2010, this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 7 reviews on ToysRUs.com and this product was listed No. 3 in ToysRUs.com's best-selling toys. PROS:Cute and long-lasting  CONS: Plastic ties for shipping leave holes in doll's head.

Hello Kitty's teddy bear friend wears a pink bow and collar and is available in light brown, pink, blue, green, cream and lavender versions.

This mobile, featuring Hello Kitty and her friends, is multi-dimensional and designed with soft pastel hues. It measures 11.75" x 3.5" x 15.25" and plays a soothing version of Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.

These Be@rbricks are designed to resemble Disney's chipmunk duo. The figures measure 2" tall and feature window box packaging.

This 400% Be@rbrick is a limited edition collaboration with Disney. It is designed to resemble the original classic Mickey Mouse character and features a black-and-white color scheme.