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November 2010 Notable Toys — Interactive







Chatimals are the latest in hamster entertainment. Just speak to Chatimals for up to 60 seconds and they will repeat what you say back to you. Available in hamster and meerkat varieties.
— Jenny of Mummy Reviews brought Oscar the Chatimal home and shared that her son “just giggles at it over and over again and it giggles back.” She reported great success using Oscar “to repeat instructions for our Little Garden Helpers when I need them to do something for me.”
— In her video review of Chatimals Oscar, Bubbles from Sweet Craftiness told of her son playing with Oscar and his grandfather; the hamster’s mimicry “had everybody in stitches,” young and old alike.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30989      (added 10/28/2010)
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Age Range: 0 and up
Launch Date: January 2010
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Interactive
Infant & Toddler
Award Winners



These spinning bears go round and round when baby pushes the knob on top. The brightly colored spinning top is made of sturdy plastic and has a flat bottom that sits flat on the floor. A fun toy for learning about cause and effect and for making things happen.
Awards:  Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Platinum, 2010.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30857      (added 10/14/2010)
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Age Range: 0 and up
Launch Date: January 2009
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Infant & Toddler
Interactive



An update of an old favorite, this high chair toy has a big suction cup to fasten on the high chair or it can be detached from its stand and used for two handed play. The bold contrast spinners are sure to attract visual attention and delight babies who love the power of toys that they activate with ease. There are two see-through balls with spinners inside and bright colored clackers that invite exploration by little fingers.
Awards:  Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Blue Chip Classic Award Winner, 2009.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30813      (added 10/14/2010)
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Age Range: 6 and up
Specialty: No
Launch Date: October 2010
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Electronics
Interactive



TamaTown is a revamped version of the Tamagotchi virtual pet. It includes the original nurturing play pattern and character customization, along with additional features including a larger egg, and interchangeable design sheet and a more detailed display. TamaTown is a base for Tama characters, sold separately. Tama characters can be attached to activate character-specific new games.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30719      (added 10/5/2010)
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Age Range: 3 to 8
Target Age Range: 3 to 5
Specialty: Yes (as of 2010)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: RAB00056
Launch Date: October 2010
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Furniture & Decor
Gifts
Interactive



This wooden children's rocker is hand-painted in blues & red and features a rocket theme. The seat back features the words "Reach for the Stars" along with spinning planets, stars and a photo frame for the little astronaut's picture that holds a 4" x 6" photo. The rocker armrest has a joystick that moves as it plays the sound of a rocket "blasting off" (sound effects can be turned off). A tiny space shuttle moves along the base of the chair as the child rocks. A special understamp beneath can be personalized by the gift giver. A photo greeting card is also included.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30635      (added 9/23/2010)
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Age Range: 3 to 8
Target Age Range: 3 to 5
Specialty: Yes (as of 2010)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: RAB00055
Launch Date: October 2010
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Furniture & Decor
Gifts
Interactive



This wooden children's rocker is hand-painted in pastel colors and features storybook characters from the classic nursery rhyme "Hey Diddle Diddle." The seat back has a working crescent moon clock with a cow jumping over the moon. The seat has a picture of a dish and spoon, and underneath is a special understamp for personalization. A photo greeting card is also included.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30634      (added 9/23/2010)
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Age Range: 4 to 11
Specialty: No
Gender: Girls
Category: Animal Figures
Interactive



These colorful critters "come to life" when placed upon their "happitats," rolling, popping open, or blinking their eyes. Each Zooble comes with stickers for customization.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30598      (added 9/21/2010)
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Age Range: 6 and up
Specialty: No
Gender: Girls
Category: Plush
Interactive



Kids can connect this cuddly pet into a computer and use her secret code to unlock an exclusive online community. They can connect and play games with friends, make new virtual pets, go on exciting adventures and much more.
 — As of 9.13.2010, this product had 4 out of 5 stars from 5 reviews on Walmart.com and was listed as a top-rated plush toy. PROS: Well-priced and interactive.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30589      (added 9/16/2010)
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Age Range: 0 to 2
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Infant & Toddler
Interactive



This musical bee baby learning toy is designed to teach basic numbers, shapes and colors. Children can shake the bee to see a playful flashing light and hear upbeat melodies, or be soothed to sleep with a soft glowing light, lullabies and nature sounds. The sound sensor automatically activates the musical bee to put fussy babies back to sleep.
 — As of 9.13.2010, this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 127 reviews on Walmart.com and was listed as a top-rated toddler toy. PROS:  Safe, well-made, engaging and keeps children busy.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30587      (added 9/16/2010)
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Age Range: 3 to 8
Target Age Range: 3 to 8
Specialty: Yes (as of 2010)
Made in: United States
SKU or Item #: NNVG227191
Launch Date: July 2010
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Videos & DVDs
Educational
Interactive



Featuring character favorites Max and Ruby, the beloved Rosemary Wells classics come to life in this two-disc collection. Kids can collect the entire library of Scholastic Storybook Treasures and read along on screen with their favorite classic children's stories through this DVD.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30444      (added 9/7/2010)
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ROBLOX is a free online building game that gives kids the ability to work together to conceptualize, create and design their own utopia from scratch. It provides a forum for users to socialize, interact and share their creative stories with other users. The site also teaches the basic principles of physics by educating users in the dynamics of construction as they build. The ROBLOX experience begins when users create an avatar and customize their world using a comprehensive catalog of virtual items including hats, clothing, gear and collectibles. Users are given a blank canvas which they transform into an original game that is populated with people, vehicles, homes, model rockets and even well-known landmarks such as the Taj Mahal and Eiffel Tower.

Updated 2020: 

What is Roblox?

Roblox is a global platform where millions of people gather together every day to imagine, create, and share experiences with each other in immersive, user-generated 3D worlds. The types of gameplay on Roblox are just as limitless as the imagination of the creators themselves.

All the online games you see on the platform have been built by members of the Roblox community for members of the Roblox community. Players can build the ultimate theme park, compete as a professional race car driver, star in a fashion show, become a superhero, or simply design a dream home and hang out with friends. Roblox is free to download and free to play on all modern smartphones, tablets, computers, Xbox One, Oculus Rift, and HTC Vive. https://corp.roblox.com/parents


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ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30468      (added 9/7/2010)
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Age Range: 8 and up
Target Age Range: 9 to 12
Specialty: Yes (as of 2010)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: 09350
Launch Date: January 2010
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Science & Nature
Educational
Interactive



What mystery material is on a toothbrush? Where is the coldest place on Earth? Why are frogs famous for being slimy? This kit’s 12 activity cards reveal all. "This deluxe kit combines our You-Track-It Weather Lab, Indoor Outdoor Microscope and Extreme Secret Formula Lab all into one," SmartLab Toys Director of Sales and Marketing Darcy Morris told TDmonthly.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30283      (added 8/26/2010)
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Age Range: 7 and up
Target Age Range: 7 to 9
Specialty: Yes (as of 2010)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: 09679
Launch Date: September 2010
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Science & Nature
Interactive
Educational



With this kit, kids can explore the science behind weather using this interactive station to track wind, rain and temperature. Five experiments take children from challenging the local weatherman to predicting the weather using crickets. "A full-on forecasting station," SmartLab Toys Director of Sales and Marketing Darcy Morris told TDmonthly.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30281      (added 8/26/2010)
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Age Range: 4 to 10
Target Age Range: 6 to 8
Specialty: Yes (as of 2010)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: SD-CAMTAD01
Launch Date: January 2011
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Creative Activities
Developmental Toys
Interactive



Scopey the Dog is a unique character whose adventures are designed to bring environmental awareness to readers. The product line includes a plush toy, microscope toy and multiple activity books. Scopey the Dog has "Scopey Sense" built-in to magnify micro-images in the books, or magnify any object to 50x the original size on a TV or computer screen.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30216      (added 8/25/2010)
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Age Range: 2 to 5
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Interactive
Pretend Play
Preschool



This realistic interactive lawnmower features mower, gas and oil sounds, as well as voice prompts to check oil and gas. It includes rotating grass clippings and a fold-down handle for storage, and requires two AA batteries.
As of August 25, 2010, this product had 3.5 out of 5 stars from 17 reviews on Amazon.com. PROS: Interactive and appeals to toddlers. CONS: Not very portable, and some parents complained the handle does not stay up.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30205      (added 8/25/2010)
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Age Range: 4 and up
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Interactive
Dolls
Licensed Products



This detailed, movie-size figure measures 14" tall. Woody comes with an interactive cowboy hat — he knows if it’s on or off — and speaks over 25 phrases. He comes styled with a cowboy hat, boots, a vest with badge and a belt with buckle
— As of 8.24.10, this product had 4 out of 5 stars from 2 reviews on Target.com and was listed in the top 30 best-selling toys and games. PROS: Interactive.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30202      (added 8/24/2010)
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With the LeapFrog Chat & Count Phone, children can sing along to songs about counting and phone routines, explore more than 15 phone activities and call on Scout for learning fun as they trade calls and voicemails. Parents can connect to the online LeapFrog Learning Path for customized learning insights and ideas to expand the learning.
  — As of 8.16.10, this product had 4 out of 5 stars from 9 reviews on ToysRUs.com and was listed No. 33 in best-selling toys and games. PROS: Interactive, educational, engaging. CONS: Some parents felt the product features too few activities.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30068      (added 8/16/2010)
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Age Range: 4 and up
Gender: Girls
Category: Plush
Interactive



Zhu Zhu Baby hamsters have a roller ball under their tummy to rock and roll around when nudged. Butter Cheeks is a yellow hamster with a pink diaper, and comes with three "baby" accessories.   
  — As of 8.16.10, this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 3 reviews on ToysRUs.com and was listed No. 26 in best-selling toys and games. PROS: Durable, easy to control, realistic movements.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 30067      (added 8/16/2010)
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Age Range: 3 and up
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Novelties
Interactive



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)
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Age Range: 1 to 3
Specialty: No
Gender: Girls
Category: Interactive
Preschool
Pretend Play



This set includes a teapot, two pretty cups, three tasty treats and plenty of songs, sounds and fun phrases. It is designed to introduce children to pretend play while they learn about counting, shapes, opposites, manners and more. Open the lid for magical interaction and a peek-a-boo pal inside, or press the teabag to hear a song. Two AA batteries are required.
— As of 8.03.2010, this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 72 reviews on Amazon.com and was #47 in the top 100 best-selling toys and games. PROS: Cute, clean, educational and durable. CONS: Electronic component can include defects.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 29890      (added 8/3/2010)
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Age Range: 8 and up
Specialty: No
Launch Date: August 2010
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Electronics
Interactive
Novelties



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)
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Age Range: 8 and up
Specialty: No
Launch Date: August 2010
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Electronics
Interactive
Novelties



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)
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Age Range: 8 and up
Specialty: No
Launch Date: August 2010
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Electronics
Novelties
Interactive



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)
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