July 2010 Notable Toys — Infant & Toddler

Suitable for babies 6 months to a year old, this 7" x 7" book features a teddy bear touching his toes, nose, tummy and more. It's a touch-and-feel book with the highlighted body parts in set apart with some kind of fabric or fur. Launch date: May 2010.

Ideal for catching drool or other little messes under the chin, this mini bib features 100-percent velour cotton on the front and waterproof nylon on the back. The snuggle neck guard is designed to ensure a comfortable fit and is adjustable in two positions. It comes in fuchsia, white, butter, lilac, sky blue, pale pink, navy and chocolate.

Made in Germany of high-quality wood and non-toxic paint in brilliant colors, the Miro clutching toy and teether has an interesting shape and set-in rattle. Large, smooth bumps on the circular panels offer texture to engage the fingers and soothe sore gums.
― When asked about her best-selling infant and toddler items in March 2010, Martha Bimblich, owner of Twinkles of Bay Harbor in Bay Harbor Island, Fla., told TDmonthly, “Haba is a great seller for us.” Bimblich said she sells 25 to 30 pieces per month.
― Three of 39 storeowners said in spring 2010 that Haba is a consistent top seller in their stores.

This soft plush sorting toy from Melissa & Doug brings together a variety of fun developmental activities for toddlers. The mailbox has an opening front flap and see-through back panel, as well as a flag that can be raised and lowered just like a real mailbox. Cheerfully addressed letters come with Velcro stamps that can be taken off and put back on as a child imagines their letters going into the mailbox, flying all the way around the world, and coming back again.
― Twenty percent of 39 retailers named Melissa and Doug as their top-selling supplier of infant and toddler toys during a March 2010 survey conducted by TDmonthly.

“Dear Baby – What I Love About You” is designed to act as a colorful love letter connecting babies and toddlers to the important adults in their lives. The chunky artboard book features 20 pages and includes a “baby yearbook” page to keep a permanent record of who reads the book to the child.
— Simon Barrett of Blogger News Network described “Dear Baby” as “a delightful little picture book that I am sure any grandparent would just love to read to any very young child.” He was particularly impressed by the baby yearbook.
— While reading the book with her daughter, The IE Mommy found her “little one’s eyes were moist from tears.” She said the book became “a sweet reminder of how much I love her.”

18 inch stuffed baby boy doll with blanket featuring a blue star design. Plain soft poly knit and printed cotton fabric. Embroidered face. Double blanket consists of plain soft polar fleece and plain poly knit fabric. Laboratory tested. Hypoallergenic.

18 inch stuffed baby doll with blanket featuring a cream polyknit with primary prints. Plain and printed soft poly knit fabric. Embroidered face. Double blanket consists of plain soft polar fleece and plain poly knit fabric. Laboratory tested. Hypoallergenic.

18 inch stuffed baby doll with blanket. Made of plain soft polyknit with a checkered yellow print and embroidered face and buttons. Blanket consists of double plain soft polar fleece. Laboratory tested. Hypoallergenic.

This travel toy includes seven alphabet cards designed with elements of the Chicka Chicka Boom Boom story on both sides. Cards fit into a case that may hang in the car or in other various play areas with hook and loop straps. Launch date: 2010.

This toy features three aliens that stack on one another. Each stacking ring has a different shape and sound including crinkle paper, a bell, and a rattle. All three and brightly colored and made of multiple fabrics. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales, told TDmonthly, "This line was designed just by Manhattan Toy. It features fun faces, colors and fabrics that baby is sure to enjoy." Launch date: 2010.

The Alien Bobble & Stack is a roly-poly stacker. This toy features soft, colorful fabrics and ribbons and an alien that makes noises when pushed or batted. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "This roly-poly stacker was designed by Manhattan Toy and has a variety of textures plus a squeaker, chime and ribbons." Launch date: 2010.

18 inch stuffed baby doll with blanket. Plain and striped soft poly knit fabric. Embroidered face and buttons. Double blanket consists of plain soft polar fleece and striped poly knit fabric. Laboratory tested. Hypoallergenic.

Suitable for ages 6 months and up, this Chicka Chicka Boom Boom-themed toy is designed to work perfectly with most strollers and carriers. Baby can enjoy a mirror, three clacking rings, crinkle flaps and a teether. Launch date: 2010.

The Chicka Chicka Boom Boom playmat includes three letters (A-B-C) stuffed to add soft padding for babies. The "A" has plastic rings, "B" hides a mirror under the flap and "C" has ribbons. The tree top has crinkle leaves and a coconut teether in a pocket. "Baby will love this bright and colorful, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom-themed playmat. It has a lot of fun features and is super soft," Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales, Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2010.

Suitable for ages 18 months and up, this 14-piece set includes 10 shapes with numbers and letters to count and sort into the A-B-C-D compartments, each with a hook and loop closure. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "This great Chicka Chicka Boom Boom-themed toy provides a great way for little ones to practice their numbers and shapes." Launch date: 2010.

The Buggybu Playtime Busy Bug's bright colors and multi-fabric patterns offer visual stimulation, and its hidden noise makers include rattles, squeakers and crinkle paper that will perk up all little ears. Launch date: 2010.

Baby can enjoy the clicky clack this teether makes when this toy is tapped together. This teether features wooden shapes, multiple textures and colors, and is easy for little hands to grasp. Launch date: 2010.

The soft nursery novel features classic development prints, crinkle paper flaps, a mirror and ribbon ties to close or attach to various play areas. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "Wimmer Ferguson is known for its award winning products. All babies will love the Nursery Novel because of all its features." Launch date: 2010.

This fun Dr. Seuss rattle has the Cat in the Hat's face on it. It features three colorful rings and is made of soft materials. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, calls it "a cool, easy for baby to hold rattle featuring the famous Dr. Seuss characters Thing 1 & Thing 2." Launch date: 2010.

One side features a mirror for self discovery, while the other side has high-contrast black and white graphics that help baby with visual and multi-sensory development. This toy has ribbon ties for easy attachment. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "Wimmer Ferguson is known for it's award winning products and this is the only Wimmer Ferguson product of its kind." Launch date: 2010.
Awards:  2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Platinum.

This play mat has many features for baby to discover, including flaps with reverse print graphics, fun textures and crinkle paper, plus a removable mirror, teethers and a pocket with a star shaped ring attaced. Manhattan Toy Manager of Marketing & Sales Julie Flann told TDmonthly, "This play mat is unique because it features the Wimmer Ferguson design, which specializes in infant and toddler development tools." Launch date: 2010.
Awards:  2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Platinum.

The Blooming Sprouts Collection is made from bamboo spun into a rayon fabric. They are then stuffed with corn fiber filling for a well-loved and slightly lumpy feel. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales, told TDmonthly, "The Blooming Sprouts Bamboo Chick is super soft and has a unique simplistic style." Launch date: 2010.

The Little Bloom Flowering Tummy Garden playmat features a detachable prop pillow, crinkle paper, tree and flowers, a rattle doll, teether, mirror and clacking rings for baby. Launch date: 2010.

Little Bloom's Sweet Sounds Lantern's beautiful colors and multi-fabric patterns make a lovely hanging display for baby's room. With just a pull on the little kitten, this musical lantern plays Brahm's Lullabye. This lantern features ribbons and a crinkle paper flower and will attach to most strollers and carriers. Launch date: 2010.