July 2010 Notable Toys — Novelties

Ze Super Zeros are hero friends whose super powers and problems blend. Each Super Zero has a "mini" power and a related challenge that aims to teach kids to embrace what makes them unique and find their inner Super Zero. The Super Zeros measure 9" tall and feature removable capes and pouches to contain kids' special treasures.

Ze Super Zeros are hero friends whose super powers and problems blend. Each Super Zero has a "mini" power and a related challenge that aims to teach kids to embrace what makes them unique and find their inner Super Zero. The Super Zeros measure 9" tall and feature removable capes and pouches to contain kids' special treasures.

This tin keepsake box measures 7” x 6”. The entire box is decorated with colorful Uglydoll art, and a metal latch at the top holds contents in place for transportation.

This classic toy is easily portable and appeals to "kids" of every age. Just use the magnetic wand to move the metal filings around Fuzzy's face to give him (or her) unusual hairstyles.

The Happy Cat beanbag is a piece of furniture and a toy. It is designed for children, but can also serve a design function in a grown-up environment. The filling beans are protected in a separate inner bag.

This rainforest-themed Silly Bandz 24-pack includes geckos, tree frogs, panthers, gorillas, toucans and monkeys. These bands can be collected, worn or traded with friends.
— Thirty percent of 40 specialty retailers surveyed counted Silly Bandz as overall best sellers in June 2010.
— Linda Hanzelko of Timmy’s Toy Chest in Lake Mary, Fla., told TDmonthly her store sells “about 100 packs (of Silly Bandz) a day.”

Universal Siliskin Wideneck silicone covers for glass bottles and metal containers are designed to fit a variety of large and small glass baby bottles and slide on and off for easy cleaning. These safe, silicone sleeves help prevent breakage of glass baby bottles, and are a translucent silicone which allows you to see measurements and liquid in the bottle. Siliskins are hypo allergenic, have no open pores to harbor bacteria, are dishwasher and microwave safe, and can be boiled to sterilize. Small Wideneck Siliskins come in Red, Sky Blue, Teal Green, and Yellow, and fit the Born Free 5oz glass bottle, Nuk Wideneck 120ml glass bottle, 12oz Kleen Kanteen, and 10oz Sigg. Large Wideneck Siliskins (MSRP $8.95) come in Green, Light Blue, Lilac, and Yellow, and fit the Born Free 9oz glass bottle, Nuk Wideneck 240ml glass bottle, Fogo Straw Sippy by Thermos, 13.5oz Sigg, 12oz Soda/Beer can, and even mason jars.

This 7" digital clock is powered by food, combining micro-electronic technology with the natural electrical potential of a fresh fruit. The kit includes an instruction booklet.

Kids can choose from numerous colors and features to design their own unique tooth. These 6" x 7" plush toys include a pocket on the back.

Kids can choose from 14 different body shapes and numerous colors and features to design their own unique "monster." The 9.5" x 11.5" plush toys can also be customized with embroidery.

These huggable characters each resemble a different vegetable. The series offers 10 different veggies, including pea, black-eyed pea, carrot, asparagus, corn, genetically modified corn, popped corn, green bean, wax bean and lima bean.

AntWorks is based on a 2003 NASA Space Shuttle experiment to study animal life in space and test how ants successfully tunnel in microgravity. This ant farm comes with a clear gel, but with the Antbase LED illuminator it cycles through an array of colors. Kids can watch ants live, work and tunnel in the nutritious non-toxic gel as they create series upon series of intricate tunnels.

The Spy Gear Lie Detector Kit allows kids to find out who is telling the truth and who is not by giving them a lie detector test. The indicator lights light up when the "suspect" is not telling the truth.

These fifth anniversary bots include Fairybit, Swirl, and RayD81. All are available in 2GB to 16GB capacities.

This bot is a fifth anniversary release of Isadore, the very first MIMOBOT character, in a new green color variant.  Isadore is available in 2GB to 16GB capacities

This 5" plush bush baby comes with a removable hooded monkey costume. When its tummy is squeezed it makes a "spin" sound.

This 5" plush bush baby comes with a removable hooded panda costume. When its tummy is squeezed it makes a "chatter" sound.

This silly cake-shaped plush cat is white with four layers and comes topped with icing and a strawberry.

This soft 12.5" plush features a white seal dressed in a removable blue and white penguin costume.

This 12" plush features San-X's signature Mamegoma seal character in a soft shade of blue.

The elastic band on the back holds this soft terry sponge snugly on a user's hand. The sponges are sold in a pack of two.

This non-toxic wooden child-sized Healthy Basics food set lets kids create their own mealtime treats. The food is undersized, making it perfect for small hands, and simply designed so that it is identifiable but durable. The set includes three eggs, a bottle of apple juice, a bottle of orange juice, an orange juicebox, a jar of blueberry jam, strawberry yogurt, a carton of milk, and a wheel of cheese.

The Giant Hamster Fun House  is designed to be a perfect home for Zhu Zhu Pets hamsters. The playset measures 80" inches long and includes two rooms with a connecting tunnel.

This interactive pink hamster zooms around in her habitat or playset. Each Zhu Zhu pets character responds differently with fun sounds and zany action.