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October 2009 Notable Toys — Costumes & Accessories





Age Range: 3 to 7
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
SKU or Item #: 55693
Launch Date: February 2009
Gender: Boys
Category: Pretend Play
Costumes & Accessories
Developmental Toys



This product was a 2009 ASTRA Best Toys for Kids Winner — the only costume to win this award in 2009 in the Pretend/Fantasy Play category. The green Dragon side is made with shimmering scales and a yellow dragon tail. The silver Knight side emulates a glittering armor and is embellished with a red and black emblem. The Reversible Dragon/Knight Hood (sold separately) completes the look of this fiery dragon and a feisty knight. "This is a truly unique and high-quality design and it's sold for the specialty market only," Veesha Knight, sales and marketing manager for Creative Education of Canada, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2009.
Awards: 2010 Children's Choice Award by the Canadian Toy Testing Council.
— Donna Frederick, owner of The Play House Toy Store in Durham, N.C., told TDmonthly in a December 2011 survey that "We ran out of capes this year," and that she will definitely order capes from the Great Pretenders line by Creative Education again for Halloween next year.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25854      (added 10/29/2009)
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Age Range: 3 to 8
Launch Date: August 2009
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Award Winners
Developmental Toys
Costumes & Accessories



Designed for children ages 3 to 8, Pipperoos' creative drama kits include dress-up materials and an illustrated storybook. The Sea Play Sea Turtle Kit features a Terry the Turtle costume and Pipperoos' first book, The Key in the Sea. While listening to the story, children can pantomime, act out the story independently, or explore the theme with related activities listed in the book. "Pipperoos' creative drama products encourage active participation in reading, storytelling, and learning," Jennifer Hastings, co-founder of Pipperoos, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 18, 2009.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25846      (added 10/29/2009)
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Age Range: 0 and up
Gender: Girls
Category: Apparel
Gifts
Costumes & Accessories



These festive pants can be mixed and matched with other costume and clothing items to create unique outfits.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25694      (added 10/21/2009)
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Age Range: 3 to 6
Gender: Girls
Category: Costumes & Accessories
Pretend Play



The set includes: musical skirt, a soft lavender feather boa and two purple satin wristlets with streamers. All pieces in set are placed in an oversized pink organza bag. The Musical skirt plays the world’s most famous waltz, “The Blue Danube” composed by  Johann Strauss, Jr. Music device is hidden within an interior front pocket. Press on for music and it continues with motion, encouraging movement and creativity. The skirt is two tones of purple adorned with sparkles and a bow. It is lined with satin for itch free wear. Elastic waistband provides easy dressing and can be worn by children from size 3 – 6. As with all Acting Out styles, waistband is completely finished ensuring comfort and long lasting wear ability.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25680      (added 10/20/2009)
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This set includes a Firefighter T-shirt with toy flashlight. Available in three sizes: small (3-4 yrs), medium (4-5 yrs), and large (5-6 yrs).
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25617      (added 10/16/2009)
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This set includes a Police Officer T-shirt with toy whistle. Available in three sizes: small (3-4 yrs), medium (4-5 yrs), and large (5-6 yrs).
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25616      (added 10/16/2009)
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Designed for children ages three to eight years old, Pipperoos’ creative drama kits include dress-up materials and illustrated storybook. Each kit focuses on one theme, and includes either a single or an ensemble set of character costumes. Costumes include Opus the Octopus, Terry the Turtle, Julie the Jelly, and Mark the Shark. This product was named one of Dr. Toy's 100 Best Children's Products 2009 and 10 Best Creative Products 2009. Launch date: 2009.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25614      (added 10/16/2009)
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Age Range: 3 to 8
SKU or Item #: 10022
Gender: Girls
Category: Costumes & Accessories
Pretend Play



The holiday season would not be as joyous without the musical composition “Jingle Bell Rock” written by Joe Beal and Jim Boothe. The Jingle Bell Rock petticoat style skirt is made of red and white soft tulle.  The skirt is adorned with a candy cane striped bow finished off with a silver jingle bell.  This fun flowing skirt is perfect to rock around the Christmas tree or pose for a holiday picture. Skirt also features an adjustable waistband, which allows for maximum size versatility. Skirts fits most little girls aged three to eight. Music device is hidden within an interior front pocket. Press on for music and it continues with motion. Three AAA batteries included. Winner of the Oppenheim Platinum Best Toy 2008.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25613      (added 10/16/2009)
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Age Range: 3 to 8
SKU or Item #: 10013P
Gender: Girls
Category: Costumes & Accessories
Pretend Play



The musical Swan Lake petti-skirt features Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake music. It is made of light pink and white soft tulle.  The skirt is adorned with a large satin bow.  This fun flowing skirt is perfect to pirouette around the room. Skirt also features an adjustable waistband, which allows for maximum size versatility. Skirts fits most little girls aged three to eight. Music device is hidden within an interior front pocket. Press on for music and it continues with motion. Three AAA batteries included.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25612      (added 10/16/2009)
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This light blue mermaid set features a two-piece swimsuit and mermaid fins.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25593      (added 10/12/2009)
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Age Range: All Ages
SKU or Item #: SCIDPR
Launch Date: January 1996
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Costumes & Accessories
Creative Activities
Pretend Play



This set includes six 27" square, 100-percent washable nylon scarves in a plastic container and includes an information insert. It features the following colors: medium blue, lime green, yellow, peach and pink. This product may be used for birthday gifts, party favors or slumber parties. Launch date: 1996.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25478      (added 10/5/2009)
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Age Range: All Ages
SKU or Item #: SCIDRR
Launch Date: January 1996
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Costumes & Accessories
Creative Activities
Pretend Play



This set includes six 27" square, 100-percent washable nylon scarves in a plastic container and includes an information insert. They come in the following colors: purple, royal blue, kelly green, yellow and red. This product may be used for birthday gifts, party favors or slumber parties, while dancing to music, dressing up stuffed animals or dolls, learning to juggle, or incorporating into costumes. Launch date: 1996.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25477      (added 10/5/2009)
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SKU or Item #: BA11009NA
Category: Gifts
Infant & Toddler
Costumes & Accessories



“Hopping through the garden, Bailey Bunny saw a pot...” Thus begins a sweet story that appears on the gift box of this three-piece set that includes a white, plush polyester blanket with white-satin trim, a whimsical, white-cotton cap with furry bunny ears accented in pale green, and a velvety-soft carrot rattle. The cap and 30" x 40" blanket are machine washable. The gift box design includes a bunny-shaped cutout where the plush blanket peeks through, a puffy bunny tail, a white-satin ribbon and bow with an imprinted carrot motif, a clear window on the back to showcase the blanket, hat and rattle, and an enchanting poem about Bailey Bunny printed all around the gift box. The gift box measures approximately 13 ½” H x 9.75” W x 3” D.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25464      (added 10/1/2009)
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The Ladybug Dress has a black satin ruched top trimmed with a small red satin bow in the center. The red skirt features black dots resembling that of a ladybug. The skirt is lined with a soft lining to prevent scratching and it features 3-layers of stiff tulle to give it full body. This dress is paired with Wings and a Headband (sold separately).
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25395      (added 9/21/2009)
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The Bumblebee Dress has a 2-tone ruched satin top trimmed with organza petals for a retro bumblebee effect.  The skirt is lined with a soft lining to prevent scratching, and it has 3-tier tulle trimmed with black satin ribbons. Paired with Wings and a Headband (sold separately) this set will have little girls buzzing for more.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25394      (added 9/21/2009)
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Layers of multi-pastel tulle petals, covered with shimmer organza petals. Lycra/spandex velour top with fairy print. Tricot underskirt for comfort, durability and style.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25382      (added 9/17/2009)
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Every little “Casey Jones” will love the chance to take the controls wearing this great Jr. Train Engineer gear.  The durable “poly/cotton” fabric is comfortable and long-wearing.  This outfit includes the matching engineer’s cap, matching leather-feel gloves (not with 18 month) and red bandana.  Also available in small and large adult sizes ($63.95) and infant size (18 mos, $33.95, gloves not included).
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25359      (added 9/15/2009)
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Now your child can be a vet, scientist, lab tech, doctor or dentist; this is the perfect garment for their imaginative play.  It is a 3-pocket design with button-front closure and it will stand up to tough kid’s play.  Sizes:  2/3, 4/6, 6/8, 8/10, 12/14
— Sean O'Neal, owner of Science Safari in Cary, N.C., told TDmonthly in a December 2014 interview that Lab Coats are one of their best-selling Halloween toys.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25358      (added 9/15/2009)
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Your little Jr. Fire Chief will become “The Big Fire Chief” in this authentic, bright red helmet.  It has flashing red lights and realistic siren sound.  It is hard plastic and will stand up to hours and hours of play.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25357      (added 9/15/2009)
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Our Jr. Astronaut Boots are the perfect compliment to our Jr. Astronaut Gloves, Jr. Astronaut Back Pack and our Jr. Astronaut Helmet to wear with our Jr. Astronaut White Suit.  They have official looking NASA and American flag embroidery.  Look for the special zippered compartment, too.  They are intended to wear over your little astronaut’s own shoes.  This ensemble is among our most popular.   Sizes:  Small, Medium, Large & Adult – Covers from a 5” shoe to a 14” shoe.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25356      (added 9/15/2009)
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Your Jr. SWAT member will be ready for action in this new highly durable “poly/cotton twill” fabric, one-piece design.  They will never wear it out.  It has an authentic look and feel with embroidered trim down the legs, official looking patches and a quality SWAT cap included.  It’s loaded with zippered pockets and has the SWAT logo across the back.  Sizes:  2/3, 4/6, 6/8, 8/10, 12/14 * Adult Small and Adult Large ($79.95 for adult sizes).
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25355      (added 9/15/2009)
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Age Range: 2 to 14
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Apparel
Halloween Merchandise
Costumes & Accessories



This Jr. Flight Suit has been completely redone from the original flight suit designed 9 years ago by Aeromax.  This new suit of “poly/cotton twill” is beautifully crafted to last & last.  This suit is authentic in everyway, with official looking NASA patches and embroidered cap.  It’s loaded with zippered pockets to store all the “moon rocks”, has an adjustable waist and an embroidered NASA cap.  Sizes: 2/3, 4/6, 6/8, 8/10, 12/14 * Adult Small and Adult Large ($79.95 for adult sizes).
— Aeromax's Get Real Gear line of dress-up clothes is a Halloween best seller for Maryalice Miner, co-owner of Miner's Doll & Toy Store in Ocean Springs, Miss..
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25354      (added 9/15/2009)
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This Jr. Wizard outfit will cast a spell.  The crepe-fabric black robe has a glimmering silver metallic trim with trumpet sleeves; plus it is fully lined and includes a secret interior pocket.  The fabulously-decorated cone hat has the matching silver trim with embroidered moon & star appliqués.  Size: One Size Fits Most – ages 4 to 9.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25353      (added 9/15/2009)
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Our little Jr. Flapper will bring back the Roaring Twenties.  She’ll look fabulous in this shiny red dress with the double row of fringe that goes all the way around the back.  With the elbow-length gloves and the feathered headband; your flapper will want to dance and dress up everyday.  The Roaring Twenties never looked so good!  Sizes: 4/6 & 6/8
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25352      (added 9/15/2009)
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Your little Jr. Pirate Girl will be ready to sail the seven seas in this brilliant design.  The black and white balloon skirt is accented with a peasant blouse and black vest treatment.  Add the matching red belt and headscarf to complete this outstanding, well-designed, yet comfortable ensemble.  She’ll love it.  Sizes:  2/3, 4/6 and 6/8.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 25351      (added 9/15/2009)
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