August 2010 Notable Toys — All

This boxed set includes the original lineup of X-Force, featuring a new Deadpool, an updated Cable, Feral and Domino.

This set features Ghostbusters II versions of Peter Venkman and Egon Spengler with proton packs, along with "Slime Blower"-equipped versions of Ray Stanz and Winston Zeddemore.

A combination of quality wood and durable molded parts, this barn has a removable roof for easy access, two large sliding stall doors with stalls to keep farm and horse animals in.

The Melissa and Doug Deluxe Magic Set includes 10 classic tricks for young magicians. The durable pieces are packaged in a wooden chest that transforms into a magic table. A secret compartment is included in to assist in performing each trick.

This shape sorter features 12 chunky, vibrantly colored shapes that make a clinking sound as they drop into the natural finished hardwood cube. Children can then open the lid, take them out and start all over again.
— As of 4/11/2012 this product had 3.1 out of 5 stars from 157 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: More advanced than a traditional shape sorter (has more shapes). Cons: Lid is loose; some of the shapes are too similar and can fit in the wrong holes.

This cuddly, huggable plush is designed to look realistic and can stand on its own.

This 15" truck is designed for smaller hands. It features easy-to-use functional loaders and dump boxes, in addition to free-rolling wheels and child-friendly designs.

This action figure is fully articulated and is designed to resemble UFC star Chuck "The Iceman" Liddell.

This blaster's rotating nozzle has three different modes and a hidden nozzle for surprising opponents. Its high-powered streams of water can reach targets up to 35’ away.

These friendly pals from the sea rattle, jingle, squeak and crinkle.

This durable wood table can be used for many kinds of creative activities. It includes a paper roll holder that hangs under the table and an 18" x 100' roll of paper. The chalkboard tabletop surface features a paper cutter, three recessed cup holes, three cups and a printed canvas storage bag. The assembled table measures 52.5" x 18.75" x 27.75." Each of the two benches measures 32" x 10.75" x 11.5."

This toy includes 11 dressing activities. Kids learn to snap on straps, button, hook and loop, zip and more while developing fine motor skills. The monkey features bright colors, engaging textures and a soft plush body.

This complete manicure, pedicure and fashion kit includes slippers, two felt bracelets, two brooch pins, 60 precut felt shapes, two to separators, four bottles of kid-friendly nail polish, 120 nail stickers, an emery board and instructions.

This pre-printed umbrella is designed to let children exercise their creativity and stay dry in style. The measures 24" and comes with six bright weatherproof markers.

Take this soft plush ladybug on strollers, backpacks, car seats, and even on luggage. At bedtime it’s back on the crib, bedpost or curtain to watch over you. This Curtain Critters plush animal features a head approximately 5" in size, an elastic safety loop (in the back of head), and child friendly velcro pads (on hands). Machine washable. Available in 10 different designs.

Take this soft plush butterfly on strollers, backpacks, car seats, and even on luggage. At bedtime it’s back on the crib, bedpost or curtain to watch over you. This Curtain Critters plush animal features a head approximately 5" in size, an elastic safety loop (in the back of head), and child friendly velcro pads (on hands). Machine washable. Available in 10 different designs.

Take this soft plush monkey on strollers, backpacks, car seats, and even on luggage. At bedtime it’s back on the crib, bedpost or curtain to watch over you. This Curtain Critters plush animal features a head approximately 5" in size, an elastic safety loop (in the back of head), and child friendly velcro pads (on hands). Machine washable. Available in 10 different designs.

Take this soft plush giraffe on strollers, backpacks, car seats, and even on luggage. At bedtime it’s back on the crib, bedpost or curtain to watch over you. This Curtain Critters plush animal features a head approximately 5" in size, an elastic safety loop (in the back of head), and child friendly velcro pads (on hands). Machine washable. Available in 10 different designs.

This play set includes a king figure, a scepter, a carriage with space for five seahorses, and one seahorse capable of pulling the carriage on its own.
— In July 2010, eight percent of 38 specialty retailers named Playmobil products overall best sellers.
— “Playmobil still is a really good seller for us,” Gary Green of Toy Box of Asheville Inc. in Asheville, N.C., told TDmonthly in summer 2010.

This easy-to-assemble 38" kite is made from ripstop nylon and features the images of characters from Disney/Pixar's Toy Story films.
— Sue Hottel, co-owner of No Kidding in Mattapoisett, Mass., told TDmonthly in summer 2010 that her store sells 50 to 60 kites each month.
— In a July 2010 survey of 38 retailers, three cited kites as a top-selling product.

These unicorn erasers have removable puzzle parts so they can be taken apart and reassembled. The collection includes six pastel colors.
— In summer 2010, Margy Peine, owner of Tree House Toys in Cumberland, Md., told TDmonthly her store sells about 75 Japanese erasers per month.
— Thirteen percent of 38 specialty retailers named Japanese erasers a best-selling product in July 2010.
— Linda Laramy, owner of Crackerjacks in Easton, Md., told TDmonthly in an October 2011 survey that they don't sell many tween items other than collectible erasers, which they sell about 4 dozen of each month.

Jedi Master Plo Koon scours the space lanes for General Grievous’ ship, Malevolence, in  "Star Wars: The Clone Wars." This set includes 175 building pieces, a Plo Koon minifigure, an Astromech Droid minifigure and a cockpit ejection seat for ejecting minifigures from the finished 10" Starfighter.
— Karen Park, owner of Zaks Gifts in Manchester-By-the-Sea, Mass., told TDmonthly in Summer 2010 that her store sells about 20 to 30 LEGO Star Wars sets each week.
— Six of 38 specialty retailers named LEGO products an overall best seller in July 2010. Two of the six cited LEGO Star Wars as a popular product line.

This Marvel superhero-themed Silly Bandz 24-pack includes Iron Man, Spider Man, Wolverine, Captain America, The Incredible Hulk and Thor. These bands can be collected, worn or traded with friends.
— In a July 2010 survey, Marc Holcomb of Toys & Co. in Greensboro, N.C., cited sales figures of about 1,500 Silly Bandz a week at his three stores and online shop. “They've brought a lot of new faces in,” he said.
— Fifteen of 38 specialty retailers told TDmonthly in July 2010 that rubber band bracelets are a top-selling product. Nine of the 15 specifically mentioned Silly Bandz.
— TDmonthly  first reported on kids collecting rubber band animals back in 2005.

These vinyl toys are each sold individually in a window box. The figures 2" to 5" and include the characters Evil Icecream, Ice Clown, Creepsicles and Zit Chip.
— Jennifer Schneeweis, owner of Izilla Toys in Seattle, told TDmonthly in summer 2010, "I've ... done really well with vinyl figurines from DKE. The Kidrobot-type stuff is everywhere, and these are different and new."
— In a July 2010 survey, five percent of 38 specialty retailers named vinyl toys a top-selling collectible.