July 2010 Notable Toys — Plush

Ice-Bat, comes from an Ice Cave and loves hiding inside Ice Chests. Everything he touches turns to Ice, yet profoundly he warms your heart. Ice-Bat thinks you are cool and he wants to chill with you. He wants to hang out with you... or just hang upside-down, if that's OK with you.

Tray is the brain of the bunch. Not because she is smart, but because she has three brains...one in each lump, or one per eye Tray is also the hungriest and has a desperate need for Blueberry Pie. Some say her eyes are blue because of her craving for it. If you want to make Tray extra happy, sit her next to you in the subway, or in your car. It makes her feel important.

Look, OK, so let’s just say Ket is smart in other ways. For example, while most of us put “4” as our answer when faced with “2+2” on a math test, Ket drew little UFOs in the answer column. I mean, who are we to argue with that? Are there UFOs? Ket’s reply is always: “Do the math!”  Want to know how to know for sure that Ket is no dummy? Just look at his choice in friends! Yes, you. Ket would like to hang out with you and talk about whatever is on your mind, as long as that means UFOs.Or chocolate.

You have discovered the Big Toe Collection! Only a limited number of these big guys are made. While he may be limited there’s no limit to the amount of fun you can have together! Unless you have something against sneaking into the kitchen to look for snacks. You can be the look out. Big Toe will do all the work.

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

This set includes six summer-themed Zhu Zhu pet fashion options. Sailor, scuba diver, Hawaiian shirt , basketball player, ballerina and hula girl costumes are included.
— As of 8.12.10, this product had 5 out of 5 stars from five reviews on ToysRUs.com and was listed No. 5 in best-selling toys and games. PROS: Easy to use and durable, with realistic movement. CONS: May be too advanced for children under 3.

This light up 12" Panda bear is a night light and a teddy bear all in one, designed to help calm children's fear of darkness. When the bear's hand is squeezed, he  lights up and changes colors.

This light up 12" bear is a night light and a teddy bear all in one, designed to help calm children's fear of darkness. When the bear's hand is squeezed, he  lights up and changes colors.

Made of super-soft plush with unique details just like the characters on the show, each "Yo Gabba Gabba!" beanbag pal measures 7" tall.

This 13.5" Brobee plush dances and sings just like he does on the hit Nickelodeon TV show "Yo Gabba Gabba!" When his foot is pressed, Brobee's arms spin. He also jiggles, dances, plays music and speaks five phrases. Dance Time Brobee requires four included "AA" batteries.

When her hand is squeezed,Toodee the Blue Cat Dragon talks and sings, spouting four unique phrases and a song. This 10" plush requires two included "AA" batteries.

Made of comforting fabrics and textures, Gund Comfy Cozy 24" blankets are available in various styles and colors. They feature satin paw pads and are machine washable. A 12" size is also available.
— Gwen Bowden, manager of Doodlehopper 4 Kids in Springfield, Va. told TDmonthly in late Spring 2011 that Comfy Cozies were a best-selling toy in the infant & toddler category.
— Elmer Carranza, assistant manager of Doodlehopper 4 Kids in Falls Church, Va., told TDmonthly in an October 2011 survey that Comfy Cozy blankets are their best selling keepsake item. They sell about a dozen each month.
— Want this? As of 05/06/2011, this product was available for purchase at Doodlehopper 4 Kids.

This rotund, sweet-faced bear measures 19." He is brown with a tan belly and face.

This extra fluffy 6" plush is ready to doze off into sweet dreams. My Melody is white with a pink bonnet and yellow nose.

Hello Kitty looks warm and cuddly in this fuzzy pink bear outfit trimmed with a neck bow and floral headdress. The Hello Kitty dress-me doll is sold separately.

This cuddly plush doll illuminates in two colors: yellow in the evening and green in the morning when it’s “OK to Wake.” It is designed to help kids quickly learn a morning routine. The owl also plays lullabies and gives kids gentle reminders to stay in bed when its tummy is pressed. "The OK to Wake! Owl ... teaches kids to stay in bed so parents can get more rest," American Innovative Office Manager Amy Perkins told TDmonthly.

Sleepover Sassy Sak is a 16” L x 9” W duffel-shaped Sassy Sak with two long, over-the-shoulder straps for carrying. It comes in purple peace, flower power, pink floral and green zebra designs and is "totally hip and versatile," Press Release Etc. President Jacki Ralph told TDmonthly.

This removable 8" pink Milly cat comes with a strawberry-scented cupcake-shaped carrier. Aurora’s plush carriers are marked with scents lasting approximately six months (the carriers range in size from six to eight inches).

This 8" pink Milly cat comes with a vanilla-scented cupcake-shaped carrier.

10" Bashful is a dreamy little pink rabbit with big blue eyes.

10" Loveable is a dreamy little pink and white lamb with big brown eyes.

This 1960s-themed squirrel plush is available in 5" and 8" sizes, and makes a funny sound when squeezed. He sports a green headband and is embroidered with the word "groovy."

These cheerful bush baby characters are available in pink bunny, purple bunny and yellow duck styles. Each stands about 5" tall.

Ralts is a Psychic-type Pokemon. It uses the horns on its head to read emotions and rarely lets itself be seen by humans. This Ralts plush measures 6."