August 2010 Notable Toys — Puppets

This Mini Firefly finger puppet features a leather-like head, stitched wings, and furry body, plus a bright green abdomen.

This detailed baby dragon features a pair of whelp wings, a long tail, and spiky scales running along its back. Movable mouth and front feet.

This detailed finger puppet is made from synthetic wool by Peruvian women artists. It measures approximately 3." Choose from over 100 finger puppet designs in synthetic acrylic, cotton, alpaca wool, or organic cotton fibers.

This cuddly puppet has a movable mouth and front legs and measures 12" x 5" x 6."

This cuddly 18" x 5" x 11" puppet features a movable mouth.

This cuddly puppet has movable arms and mouth and measures 5" long x 15" tall x 8" wide. With its sweet expression, this puppet is a huggable child's companion for play time, nap time, or on the go.

This stage puppet has a movable mouth and measures 9" x 6" x 15."

These playtime puppets from Aurora all have sound, bright colors and a shimmery shine in the details. Kids will appreciate all the different animals available including Giraffe, Lion, Elephant, Tiger, Monkey, Zebra, Mutt, Kitty (image attached), Pony, Cow, Piglet and Lamb (10”, MSRP: $12.99)

Paws Puppets are nicely stuffed puppets (as opposed to sleeve puppets) with soft claws that compliment the paw pad detailing. The soft puppets are available in six styles including White Tiger, Leopard, Black Panther, Bengal Tiger, Polar Bear, and Lion.

Kids can bring Lamby the Picnic Pal to life with this 8" x 8" hand puppet. The toy is also available in Monkey, Ducky, Cubby and Bunny versions.

Kids can bring Ducky the Picnic Pal to life with this 8" x 8" hand puppet. The toy is also available in Monkey, Lamby, Cubby and Bunny versions.

These big beautiful birds are 38" tall from the control to the bottom of the puppet's feet. The flamingo puppet is available in pink, orange and rainbow colors.

A flexible and animated hand puppet from Melissa & Doug, this little ballerina's name is Tina Prima.  Her recital-ready outfit is made of realistic satin and tulle. One hand can operate the puppet's mouth, while a detachable rod controls an arm or leg to allow her to pose, dance, and move as a child's imagination sees fit. The puppet can be used easily by right- or left-handed kids.
— “Melissa & Doug puppets always do well,” said Susan Castor, owner of Air Fun in Pentwater, Mich., in late spring 2010. “The Ballerina and Cowgirl are most popular.”
— Two of 43 retailers told TDmonthly in May 2010 that their top-selling puppets are supplied by Melissa & Doug.

A character from the children's cartoon, Fraggle Rock, this hand puppet from Manhattan Toy has bright colors and true-to-character features. Boober's bright orange hair is clamped down tight under a plush brown hat, while a matching scarf wraps around his neck. In the television show, he is the community's blues-singing cook and launderer.
— “Our Manhattan Fraggle Rock puppets are just going great. We tested with a few and our customers have asked for more,” said Priscilla Moore, owner of Mr. Fub's Party in Yellow Springs, Ohio, when asked about her best plush sellers in late spring 2010.
— During a May 2010 survey on top-selling plush and puppets, three of 43 retailers told TDmonthly their top items come from Manhattan Toy.

Puppets allow kids to use their imaginations while building coordination.

Young puppeteers can hang their puppets on the 16 branches of this puppet tree. Each branch is 8" long, allowing for maximum puppet storage. The unit is 11" W x 11" D x 48" H, and is made of rich maple and sturdy birch wood. The puppet tree's ultra-violet KYDZTuff finish "is as tough as a gym floor and allows marks from common items to be simply wiped away," Jonti-Craft Marketing Associate Melissa Gustafson told TDmonthly.