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August 2010 Notable Toys — Novelties Often whimsical and sarcastic, Accoutrements's line of action figures contains many unlikely characters. While perhaps not a comic or movie feature, the Crazy Cat Lady is a familiar concept that Accoutrements brings to life in a wild-eyed, wild-haired woman who comes packaged with six felines. Articulated arms and legs can be posed to hold the cats, as well. — “Accoutrements action figures are an ongoing best seller,” said Samuel Cox, owner of My Favorite Toys in Carbondale, Ill., during a July 2010 survey of best-selling action figures. — Crazy Cat Lady was named by TDmonthly as “one to watch” way back in November 2004. — Three out of 38 retailers said Accoutrements is their top-selling line of action figures in July 2010. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30323 (added 8/30/2010) .  Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Dropship Available?: (Log in to view) Ships From: (Log in to view) Terms: (Log in to view) Age Range: 14 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: 901 Launch Date: January 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
This webcam-equipped desktop missile launcher can be hooked up to a messaging program and controlled from anywhere in the world, by anyone on the user's buddy list. It is capable of shooting four foam missiles on an automatic rotation up to 25' in any direction. Each direction plays a different sound effect. "This is the only webcam equipped USB missile launcher with internet control capabilities," Taylor Giovan, Dream Cheeky marketing representative, told TDmonthly. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30245 (added 8/26/2010) . Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Dropship Available?: (Log in to view) Ships From: (Log in to view) Terms: (Log in to view) Age Range: 14 and up Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: 782 Launch Date: January 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
Who wouldn’t be amused by the prospect of nailing some unsuspecting coworkers with foam missiles from time to time? This USB gadget can be strategically placed anywhere within 3' of your computer and effectively staves off your most unwanted company. It shoots three foam missiles as far as 15' in any direction and can be controlled easily by your mouse or keyboard. Looking for something more powerful? Try the upgraded version, OIC Storm Missile Launcher. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30246 (added 8/26/2010) .  Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Dropship Available?: (Log in to view) Ships From: (Log in to view) Terms: (Log in to view) Age Range: 14 and up Target Age Range: Adult Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: 902 Launch Date: January 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
Big Red Button sits on your desk and rescues you from office traps, office stress and even embarrassing yourself by getting fired over raging at coworkers. Functions include “Boom,” a less violent way to let out your rage by virtually destroying your computer, “I’m Working,” a working spreadsheet so your boss knows you mean business, “Punch Up,” to hit your enemies in the face, “Webkey,” takes you to your favorite url, and “Take-a-Break,” because you take many and need to save money on your energy bill by putting your computer in sleep mode. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30244 (added 8/26/2010) . This bright blue candy powder has a sour fruit punch flavor. The bottle measures 5" x 3.75" x 2." ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30208 (added 8/25/2010) .
This lightsaber plugs into a USB port to light a desk area. The base recharges the light and can be removed to adjust the illumination level. This singular lamp stands approximately 14" tall. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30169 (added 8/20/2010) . Doctor Who Timelord's Spinning TARDIS From: UNDERGROUND TOYS Other products from UNDERGROUND TOYS
With a flick of the wrist, fans can levitate this Timelord's Spinning TARDIS so it actually floats. The TARDIS measures 3" tall and contains magnets. It requires 6 AA batteries. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30168 (added 8/20/2010) . Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) These temporary tattoos are easily applied with water and can last for several days. They are guaranteed to be safe for skin and come in a variety of designs. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30115 (added 8/19/2010) . Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Minimum Order: (Log in to view) Minimum Reorder: (Log in to view) Dropship Available?: (Log in to view) Ships From: (Log in to view) Terms: (Log in to view) Age Range: 4 and up Target Age Range: 6 to 8 Specialty: Yes (as of 2010) Made in: China SKU or Item #: 54350 Launch Date: July 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
Moose Popper launches a soft foam ball up to 20 feet. When the moose is squeezed in the mid section, the sudden air pressure shoots out a soft foam ball. The harder he is squeezed, the faster and further the ball shoots out. The moose comes with six soft foam balls and a carry net. "There is no other soft foam ball shooter like this on the market. Moose Popper is an original in-house design," Joe Rooper, president of Hog Wild LLC, told TDmonthly. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30051 (added 8/16/2010) .  Children can turn either the horizontal or vertical knobs to watch lines begin to form on this "magic" screen. When finished, they can simply shake it to watch the picture magically disappear so they can start all over again! — As of 8.16.10, this product had 4 out of 5 stars from 4 reviews on ToysRUs.com and was listed No. 38 in best-selling toys and games. PROS: Long-lasting; comfortable grip. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30070 (added 8/16/2010) .  This novel item is nutrient-rich animal dung from an elephant, reindeer or rhino. From the Natural History Museum, the Poo in a Box begins at a British zoo or safari park and is treated to be germ and odor free. Kids and adults simply sow the seeds, water the cardboard box and watch the plants grow. Awards: Dr. Toy Best Green Toy Award 2010 ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30025 (added 8/13/2010) . With eight original characters split into two battling groups called Special Forces and Ninja Warriors, Kung Zhu Pet owners will have the thrill of training each character to transform fighting, battling warriors. While these Kung Zhu hamsters may start of as "cute" and "mild-mannered" once they are sent into their main training grounds, smart chip technology will actually allow for a distinct personality transformation of fighting ninja and warriors. — As of 8.12.10, this product had 4 out of 5 stars from seven reviews on ToysRUs.com and was listed No. 14 in best-selling toys and games. PROS: Easy to use and entertaining. CONS: Not very durable. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30013 (added 8/12/2010) . This bouncy ball has an un-even density, which means when it is thrown, rolled, or bounced it moves in completely unexpected directions. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30003 (added 8/11/2010) .  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. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29936 (added 8/10/2010) . Age Range: 5 and up Launch Date: August 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
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. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29934 (added 8/10/2010) . This 24-pack includes giraffes, flamingos, elephants, hippos, kangaroos and rhinos. Silly Bandz bracelets are designed to be collected, worn and traded with friends. — In July 2010, Richard Gibson, owner of Learning Express of Newton in Newton, Mass., told TDmonthly of rubber band bracelets, “We've always had them, (but) they just started getting hot. Kids come in with 30 or 40 on their hands, then they trade them. All of a sudden, they just kind of took off." — In a summer 2010 survey, eight of 38 retailers named rubber band bracelets a best-selling collectible item. — TDmonthly first reported on kids collecting rubber band animals back in 2005. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29928 (added 8/9/2010) .  These donut erasers have interchangeable parts that can be removed and reassembled. They come in six colors and are available in "vanilla" and "chocolate" versions. — In summer 2010, nine of 38 specialty retailers told TDmonthly that Japanese erasers are a top-selling collectible item. Nancy Hanson of The Toy Box in Friday Harbor, Wash., cited sales of four to five Iwako erasers each day. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29927 (added 8/9/2010) .  Age Range: 8 and up Specialty: No Launch Date: August 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
Cleverly loaded with a stealth audio device, this pen can record, save and play back "evidence." The pen includes a USB connection so kids can connect and upload files to a PC. The Spy Pen also links to SpyNetHQ.com to unlock a lie detector so "agents" can upload and analyze their evidence. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29873 (added 8/2/2010) .  Age Range: 8 and up Specialty: No Launch Date: August 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
For missions requiring advanced stealth, this flexible snake-like camera attachment gets into the most hard to reach places. Kids can connect it to the Spy Net Video Watch to see around, below and above objects, like corners, fences and more. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29872 (added 8/2/2010) .  Age Range: 8 and up Specialty: No Launch Date: August 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
This watch is packed with high-tech features including a working hidden video camera and audio system with onboard memory so young "agents" can record and save 20 minutes of crisp and clear video, or up to three hours of audio "evidence" or even still photos. Kids can play back all of their "evidence" on a built-in, ful-color 1.4 inch TFT video screen, then upload their files to a PC via the included USB connection. — As of 1.06.2011 this product had 3.5 out of 5 stars from 73 reviews on Amazon.com and was No. 30 on the top 100 bestselling toys and games. Pros: Multiple Functions keep kids entertained. Cons: Reports of watches not taking a charge or losing the charge. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29871 (added 8/2/2010) . Age Range: 3 and up SKU or Item #: 71438 Launch Date: July 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
This oversize pink Wippy plush stands a whopping 24" and is designed to be ultra-huggable. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29860 (added 8/2/2010) . This oversize green Mij plush stands a whopping 24" and is designed to be ultra-huggable. — Uglydolls are “so different; they have an unusual charm to them. They're cuddly," Amy Barrett, owner of Lasso the Moon Wonderful Toys in Helena, Mont., told TDmonthly in July 2010. — Eleven percent of 38 specialty retailers told TDmonthly in summer 2010 that Uglydolls are a collectible best seller. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29859 (added 8/2/2010) . Age Range: 3 and up SKU or Item #: 70301 Launch Date: July 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
Uglycorns are a rare, fantastical breed. This plush stands 7" and features a horn and wings. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29858 (added 8/2/2010) . This dinosaur-themed Silly Bandz 24-pack includes T-Rex, Velociraptor, Brontosaurus, Triceratops and more. These bands can be collected, worn or traded with friends. — “Rubber band bracelets … are a big hit for both boys and girls,” Patti Tepper-Rasmussen, owner of Learning Tree Toys, Games & Books Inc in Oklahoma City, Okla., told TDmonthly in June 2010. — In a June 2010 survey of 40 retailers, three named rubber band bracelets a top-selling toy for boys. — TDmonthly i first reported on kids collecting rubber band animals back in 2005. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29843 (added 7/30/2010) . Age Range: 5 and up Launch Date: July 2010 Gender: Boys And Girls
This festival-themed Silly Bandz 24-pack includes brushes, tents, suns, dancers, ballerinas and fiddles. These rainbow-hued bands can be collected, worn or traded with friends. — “Rubber band bracelets … are a big hit for both boys and girls,” Patti Tepper-Rasmussen, owner of Learning Tree Toys, Games & Books in Oklahoma City, Okla., told TDmonthly in early summer 2010. — Three of 40 retailers cited rubber band bracelets as a top seller for girls ages 4 to 12 in June 2010. — TDmonthly first reported on kids collecting rubber band animals back in 2005. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29830 (added 7/29/2010) .
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