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November 2011 Notable Toys — All





Age Range: All Ages
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Plush
Animal Figures



All Toasty Friends products are filled with American-grown flaxseed and a special combination of FDA food grade herbs, which means they retain their temperature and aroma longer and provide ultimate therapy benefits. A Toasty Bear & Friends animal can help calm a child, soothe aches and pains, speed healing, relieve symptoms of flu, bronchitis, and other illnesses. They can warm up hands and feet, and fill a void caused by a loss or life change. They are ideal for those with arthritis, sore muscles, stress, anxiety, cramps, Alzheimer's, or anyone who needs a little tender loving care. Toasty Bears & Friends are a fun and inviting way to provide soothing comfort for the body and mind.  Over the years, the Toasty Bears Collection has grown to include a menagerie of friends such as Toasty Junior Bears, Toasty Curly Bears, Toasty Chamois Bears, and Toasty Looped Fabric Bears. In addition to these adorable lavender bears, the Toasty Bears & Friends Collection includes the Toasty Bunny Collection, the Toasty Wild Animal Collection, Toasty Beach Collection, and the Toasty Collar Collection.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33101      (added 10/25/2011)
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Age Range: 6 to 12
Specialty: No
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Board Games
Electronic Games
Licensed Products



Buzz Light Year's parts require some fixing. Fix Buzz's lazy laser or his busted ball joint. Operate carefully; if players hit the sides Buzz Light Year's laser sounds. Includes a storage drawer to store all of Buzz's parts.
— As of 10/25/2011 this product had 2.9 out of 5 stars from 7 reviews on ToysRUs.com. Pros: Interactive; fun. Cons: Too difficult for specified age group; flimsy.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33100      (added 10/25/2011)
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Age Range: 8 to 13
Specialty: No
Gender: Boys
Category: Board Games
Electronic Games
Action Games



The Electronic Battleship Advanced Mission game by Hasbro features a laptop design that brings this classic naval combat game to eye level for greater command of the fleet. Sinking opponent's ships is even more exciting with improved sound and commands that immerse players in each strategic battle. When  done playing, the unit folds up for quick and easy storage. Includes folding Battleship unit, 10 plastic ships, 200 white pegs, 100 red pegs, 50 blue pegs, 3 blue aircraft, 3 red aircraft, label sheet and a mission instruction booklet.
— As of 10/25/2011 this product had 4.1 out of 5 stars from 28 reviews on ToysRUs.com. Pros: Entertaining; helps develop strategic thinking skills. Cons: Difficult to understand instructions; flimsy; several users reported faulty electronic elements.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33099      (added 10/25/2011)
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Age Range: 4 to 10
Specialty: No
Gender: Boys
Category: Licensed Products
Collectibles



Get the ultimate prop replica with this Tron Deluxe Identity Disc. Watch the lights change and swing the Disc around to activate the motion sounds just like in the movie. The Tron Deluxe Identity Disc includes: 1 Deluxe Identity Disc and 1 Display Stand.
— As of 10/25/2011 this product had 4.3 out of 5 stars from 8 reviews on ToysRUs.com. Pros: accurate replica; good for collector and child. Cons: Light and sound effects are only average; lights don't stay on long.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33098      (added 10/25/2011)
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Age Range: 2 to 5
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Made in: China; United States
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Bicycles & Tricycles
Animal Figures
Vehicles - Small Toy



Pony Pals are sidewalk pony bikes designed for children 2-5 years old. These pony bikes come with a life-like pony head with groomable mane, a miniature English saddle with matching tack, and a tail that bounces up and down when the pony bike is ridden. "Pony Pals are unique. There are no other life-like pony bikes in the market. Plus you can choose the color of mane, saddle & tack and color of tires at no extra cost," William C. Melzer, president of Pony Pals Ranch, told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 2009.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33097      (added 10/24/2011)
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Age Range: 3 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Made in: China
SKU or Item #: 793573865038
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Animal Figures
Miniatures
Science & Nature



This toy is a box set of 12 realistic toy fish about 3 inches long.  The fish species are the ones we catch: Walleye, Northern Pike, Brook Trout, Channel Catfish, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, Pumpkinseed, Crappie, Muskellunge, Tiger Musky, Smallmouth Bass and Largemouth Bass. Made of plastic and hand painted. Box measures 7” x 3.8” x 1.4”. Launch date: November 2010.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33096      (added 10/24/2011)
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Age Range: 14 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Made in: Philippines
SKU or Item #: 3466
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Dolls
Dolls - Accessories
Collectibles



A full, tulle skirt and delicate flowers sweetly accent this dancing doll's ensemble. She shows off her grace while holding a favorite teddy  bear. An ideal recital gift. Includes doll stand. Launch date: July 2011.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33095      (added 10/24/2011)
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Age Range: 14 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Made in: Philippines
SKU or Item #: 3472
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Dolls
Dolls - Accessories
Collectibles



Giddy-up! With all of Raggedy Ann's charm, this darling rides off to her next imaginative adventure. Designed by award-winning designer and artist Linda Rick. Licensed by Precious Moments and Simon & Schuster. The full-vinyl doll is 9 inches tall and sits on a wooden rocking horse. Launch date: July 2011.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33094      (added 10/24/2011)
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Age Range: 8 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Board Games
General Games



Players must complete each word challenge and motor across the USA. "Rest Stop" cards add to the fun along the way, with lucky breaks and the occasional pothole. Road Trip game contains 120 Challenge Cards, 40 "Rest Stop" cards, 7.5" x 20" Vintage Road Map Board, 30-sided Alphabet die, and 4 retro Station Wagon movers.
Awards: 2015 TDmonthly Magazine Top Toy Award; 2011 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award for Best Toys
— As of 10/21/2011 this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 3 reviews on Amazon.com.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33093      (added 10/24/2011)
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Age Range: 8 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: General Games
Family Games
Christmas



Think-ets Holiday Collection is a carefully selected assortment of well-known holiday items that will engage kids before and after all the presents have been opened.  Kids will love the holiday themed trinkets and will begin telling lots of great stories right before your eyes. The game has 15 miniature trinkets from around the world and the same instruction booklet as Think-ets Original, with 10 different games to play, all housed in a red or green mesh pouch. Now kids can have their own Think-ets game with a holiday theme to it. Sample contents include: snowman, snowflake, jingle bell, present, tree, polar bear, slice of Yule log cake, ring, milk bottle, plate, and more.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33091      (added 10/24/2011)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Board Games
General Games



This nostalgic edition of the classic CANDYLAND ® game is a “sweet” way for young children to have fun and learn at the same time. The adventure takes you on a wonderful journey, travelling past the Crooked Old Peanut Brittle House, and Lollypop Woods until you eventually reach Home Sweet Home…
As this magical experience unfolds, your child is learning colors without reading or counting.
This collectible tin edition features the charming graphics of the 1955 edition as well as the iconic gingerbread men. It is a timeless edition to be enjoyed by children of all ages with a sweet tooth for fun!
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33090      (added 10/24/2011)
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Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Board Games
General Games



This premium edition game features the great fun of Monopoly with many premium upgrades including a solid wood cabinet in a black painted finish with a recessed flocked silver foil stamped rolling area.  Other upgrades include an integrated storage area with lined compartments and a wooden banker's tray.  This deluxe set also includes a silver foil stamped game path and Chance and Community Chest cards, Monopoly money with silver ink printing, wooden houses and hotels and plated die-cast tokens.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33089      (added 10/24/2011)
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For game fans who like nostalgia and style, Winning Solutions’ Library Classic Collection includes special editions of MONOPOLY, SCRABBLE and CLUE board games, packaged within a luxe faux-leather “book” that makes a decorative addition to any bookshelf. Each game design is inspired by original graphics and game pieces that made these brands cultural icons, such as wooden houses and hotels in the MONOPOLY Library Classic game, and die-cast metal “weapon” play pieces in the CLUE Libary Classic version.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33088      (added 10/24/2011)
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Age Range: All Ages
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Board Games
General Games



Players of all ages and abilities will enjoy the new BIG scale Scrabble, which is 50 percent larger than the original version, making the print easier to read and letters easier to manipulate for older (and even younger) players. The Giant SCRABBLE game features an oversized, rotating wooden game board. The tiles and rack are also made with wood and the gold-foil raised grid keeps letters in place during play.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33087      (added 10/24/2011)
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Age Range: 0 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Made in: Indonesia
SKU or Item #: BCM
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Play Carpet
Pretend Play
Cars



Smart Mat multi-purpose play mats are ideal indoors or out; for playrooms, story time, snack time, the beach, backyard, even classrooms. Children will engage in hours of imaginative play using their own vehicles, such as PlaSmart’s Wonky Wheels, as well as play figures. With a giant play surface (minimum 78” x 46”), Smart Mats are easy to clean, travel, and store. Made from high quality, coated, EVA foam.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33086      (added 10/24/2011)
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Age Range: 5 to 7
Specialty: No
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Collectibles
Novelties
Cars



The Trash Pack Truck is a great place to store collectible trashies. It holds more than 10 at a time. Two trashies are included. Trash Pack is 'The Gross Gang in your garbage,' a new toy line of icky characters named after all the delights one might find in their trash can.
— As of 10/18/2011 this product had 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3 reviews on ToysRUs.com. Pros: Kids enjoy dumping their Trashies out of the truck. Cons: When the cans are stored inside they tend to move around.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33085      (added 10/21/2011)
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Age Range: 6 to 11
Specialty: No
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Robotics
Interactive
Electronics



The Wow! Stuff My Keepon is the dancing robot that moves to any music. The tiny microphone in My Keepons nose allows him to hear the music kids play or even the rhythms they make themselves. My Keepon listens for the tempo of the music and matches the beat with an uncanny sense of timing. My Keepon can dance to any style of music, from slow ballads to pop music. Each performance is an original and unique interpretation. With an array of touch sensors underneath his playful textured skin, My Keepon responds to poking, patting, squeezing or tickling by looking around, showing his mood and making expressive sounds. As soon as My Keepon wakes up, he wants to play and will try to attract attention. My Keepon sits on top of his very own performance stage, which contains most of the robotic mechanism, so My Keepon himself can be soft and squishy to touch. Launch date: October 2011.
— As of 10/18/2011 this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 1 review on ToysRUs.com.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33084      (added 10/21/2011)
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Age Range: 1 to 3
Specialty: No
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: Infant & Toddler
Interactive
Preschool



The Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Dance and Play Puppy is baby's puppy friend that will encourage him to move, dance and sing along through familiar songs. With over 25 sung songs and phrases, baby will learn about ABCs and letters, counting and numbers, parts of the body, actions, manners, greetings and first words. Takes 6 AA batteries (not included).
— As of 10/21/2011 this product had 4 out of 5 stars from 1 review on ToysRUs.com.
— As of 10/21/2011 this product had 4.1 out of 5 stars from 25 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Engaging; moves well; interactive; large. Cons: Volume is not adjustable and can get annoying; the motor itself is loud.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33083      (added 10/21/2011)
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Age Range: 8 and up
Gender: Girls
Category: Dolls
Dolls - Accessories
Play Houses



The Cassie brings plenty of charm to a doll's neighborhood. The second floor has two dormers with gable windows, while the first floor features a transom-lit door and three-over-four windows for well-lit living spaces. An open back makes designing and decorating easy. This superior-quality dollhouse comes as natural, unpainted wood, and is ready to be assembled, shingled and decorated by its owner. Shingles and paint not included in kit. 1:12 scale. Dimensions: 18" x 20.5" x 24" Assembled
— In an October 2011 survey, Robert Lightburn from Cville's Hobbies, Games and Toys in Charlottesville, Va., told TDmonthly that "Collectible doll houses, like Melissa and Doug's House that Jack Built," are their best selling keepsake items.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33082      (added 10/20/2011)
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Age Range: 10 and up
Specialty: Yes (as of 2011)
Gender: Boys
Category: General Games
Board Games



In this game, players build a railroad empire in the land of the rising sun. Players use their initial investment to build track. Then pick up commodities where they are grown, mined, or manufactured and deliver them to a lucrative place of demand. Players complete a delivery and make the money they need to buy larger, faster trains, and expand their railroad empire. Win the game by building the most effective railroad empire. Obstacles are rival tracks and Japan’s great mountains, channels, and rivers and restrictive coastline.
Nippon Rails is geographically accurate. The game depicts Japan’s rivers, plains, and mountains, as well as its natural resources. It’s a great way to learn about the geography, business, shipping, and transportation of Europe while having fun with friends or family. For 2-6 players. Playing Time: 120-240 minutes. Launch date: October 20, 2011.
As of 10/20/2011 this product had 6.7 out of 10 stars from 358 ratings on BoardGameGeek.com.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33081      (added 10/20/2011)
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Age Range: 8 to 10
Specialty: No
Gender: Boys And Girls
Category: General Games
Electronic Games



It’s four Simon games in one. The Wonder-Link technology lets the cubes know where players shuffle them, when they win and what they scored. The yellow game is Simon Lights Off. The red game is Simon Shuffle. The blue game is Simon Secret Color, there’s only one order that will show the same color on all four cubes. The green game is Simon Classic Stop shuffling.  Can be played as a group or alone. High-tech twist on the legendary Simon game tests memory and logic skills. Includes 4 electronic cubes, game case, rules and quick-play card.
— As of 10/18/2011 this product had 3.8 out of 5 stars from 22 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: No rating below 3 stars; different modes of play keep it interesting. Cons: Expensive; not challenging.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33080      (added 10/19/2011)
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Age Range: 4 to 12
Specialty: No
Gender: Boys
Category: Cars
Remote Controlled



Using Light Control technology, the car automatically chases after the light projected on the floor. The unique dual-sided design allows the car to keep running when the car flips over, and the ultra-cool light-up rims change color upon flipping. The Chaser includes a four-in-one stunt ramp for more exciting racing action and stunt abilities. This 1:32 scale car has a performance range of up to 40' and a scale speed of up to 300 mph, and two transmitter settings allow for racing two cars at the same time for double the fun.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33079      (added 10/19/2011)
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Age Range: 6 to 8
Specialty: No
Gender: Boys
Category: Action Figures
Action Games
Licensed Products



The Mattel WWE Colossal Crashdown Arena Play Set is the largest play set where Flexforce figures can fight it out for the ultimate title. The belt is up for grabs, hanging from the top of the ceiling to taunt all those who fight for it. Simply defeat opponents on the authentic Raw-themed skirt and ring, then climb to the top of the ceiling to grab it. But be careful, the entire superstructure is collapsible, so players will have to hurry to reach for the belt and make it their own before it all falls. Recreate  favorite matches between contenders, and decide for who deserves the title.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33078      (added 10/19/2011)
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Specialty: No
Gender: Girls
Category: Dolls
Miniatures
Collectibles



Kids can play and explore with their mini lalaloopsy dolls in this Mini Lalaloopsy Treehouse Playset as they climb, swing, and pretend in their very own treehouse. This fun hangout includes lots of fun activities, 2 exclusive Lalaloopsy Dolls, 2 Pets, and lots of accessories.
— As of 10/18/2011 this product had 3 out of 5 stars from 11 reviews on ToysRUs.com. Pros: Cute; collectible; lots of details. Cons: Poorly made; expensive.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33077      (added 10/19/2011)
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Age Range: 6 and up
Specialty: No
Gender: Boys
Category: Action Games
Collectibles



The RedaKai Championship Tin offers everything needed to play. Based on the animated cartoon series, RedaKai is a fast-paced card game of Kairu battles that is easy to learn and quick to play. Ideal for kids six and up, this two-to-four-player game helps build creative and strategic thinking skills during basic and advanced gameplay. The RedaKai Championship Tin comes complete with all cards and accessories essential to the game.
ToyDirectory Product ID#: 33076      (added 10/19/2011)
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