TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Water Activities Product Category

Water Blaster XLR by WATER BLASTER INC.

The XLR is a long range water cannon that easily sends voluminous flows of wetness as far as sixty feet. You can reload the Water Blaster XLR in less than three seconds. ( Watch Video) 2/4/2010

Aquabebe board by AQUABEBE

The Aquabebe board is designed to acclimate babies and young children to the water by making them feel safe and giving them lots of sensory stimulation. The board is covered with child-friendly drawings and features a nonworking steering wheel plus working horn to make Baby feel in control. A mesh seat allows kids to sit inside the board and learn to kick their feet through the water. It measures 21" x  35" and includes a leash. Some assembly is required. ( Watch Video) 10/19/2009 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pumponator Balloon Pumping Station by PUMPONATOR INC.

The Pumponator Balloon Pumping Station is designed to make filling balloons with water or air easily. The Pumponator Balloon Pumping Station is filled with 500 balloons and strings for tying. Just fill the container with water, pump, press and fill the balloon. Leave out the water for indoor balloon fun.
— Two of 43 specialty retailers named Pumponator as a top seller in late spring 2010. Four of 40 surveyed retailers claimed Pumponator as an overall top seller in June 2010.
— “I order 144 at a time (and am on my) fourth order since May,” Barbara Fineblum, owner of Barston’s Child’s Play in Baltimore, Md., told TDmonthly in early summer 2010.
— In a summer 2010 survey, seven of 38 toy and gift retailers named Pumponator an overall top seller. Terri Bracken, owner of Earth Explorer Toys in Zionsville, Ind., told TDmonthly in July 2010 that her store sold 120 Pumponator stations in less than two months. The same month, Kathy Burns, manager of My Favorite Toy Store in Downers Grove, Ill., called Pumponator "a neat, neat item, and very price-appropriate.”
— ''We sell about 500 per year at all 3 stores,'' Marc Holcomb, owner of owner of Toys & Co. in Greensboro, S.C., told TDmonthly in autumn 2010.
AWARDS: 2010 TDmonthly Top Seller ( Watch Video) 10/16/2009 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BathKiddy by TravelKiddy

BathKiddy is for both bath and pool time. Assorted small bath toys, bath stickers and even a magic washcloth are all packaged in a mesh bag that allows water to drain off the toys.  It packs easily in a suitcase and there is enough room in the mesh bag to pack shampoo and soap. 6/3/2009 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Aqua Cannon™ by GEOSPACE INTERNATIONAL

Submerge an Aqua Cannon just beneath the surface of a pool or lake. Then, grasping the two cutout handles, give it a quick pull backwards and out shoots a 1”-diameter geyser of water as far as 30 feet! You can splash unsuspecting sunbathers with a torrent of water, or try to hit other swimmers in mock battles. Or create contests to see who can shoot water the furthest, highest or most accurately. And never worry about breaking it; it’s practically indestructible and has no moving parts. Winner of a prestigious Dr. Toy Award. Comes in assorted colors. 5/29/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Aqua Pump Rocket™ Jr. by GEOSPACE INTERNATIONAL

— David Campbell, owner of Amazing Toys in Great Falls, Mont., told TDmonthly in early summer 2010 that his store sells about 12 Pump Rockets a month.
— In June 2010, five percent of 40 retailers named the Pump Rocket a top-selling gift for boys. 5/29/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

iBaby™ Float-Alongs: Little Turtles by INNOVATIVEKIDS

This iBaby Float Along set includes a book that teaches early-learning concepts and include three floatable turtle toys to serve as bath toys. The bath book teaches children all about opposites as the turtles float in the tub during bathtime. By Ana Martin Larranaga (illustrator). 5/7/2009 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Salus Nimbus Yellow with Pockets by SALUS MARINE WEAR INC.

The pockets are made from mesh designed for quick- drain.

Sold in the following sizes: Infant (20-30 lbs), Child (30-60 lbs), Youth (60-90 lbs).

Also available in Pink and Blue. 5/6/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Salus Nimbus Pink by SALUS MARINE WEAR INC.

Specially contoured to hug little bodies, children will get the best fit, mobility and safety at the water's edge, or while swimming and boating. The only Children's vest that offers Ensolite soft foam for exceptional comfort.

Sold in the following sizes: Infant (20-30 lbs), Child (30-60 lbs), Youth (60-90 lbs). 5/6/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Salus Nimbus Blue by SALUS MARINE WEAR INC.

The Salus Numbus just made waterplay safer for children and more relaxing for adults. Designed for comfort, the Salus Nimbus is soft to the touch, encouraging children to wear it for hours at a time. All PFD's float but they can't save lives when kids won't keep them on.

Sold in the following sizes: Infant (20-30 lbs), Child (30-60 lbs), Youth (60-90 lbs). 5/6/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Salus Bijoux Baby Vest by SALUS MARINE WEAR INC.

The award winning Salus Bijoux Baby Vest's unique design offers unprecedented security, safety and comfort for babies 9 to 25 lbs. The one piece front design ensures that the baby will turn face up from a face forward position. The 3 piece collar cradles the head when lifted by the collar straps or while the baby is floating on their back. Mesh harness and a short front provide enhanced comfort for sitting upright, lying down or while positioned in a baby carrier. Available in pink, blue and red. 5/6/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Froggy by MINDWALK INC.

Kids can line up the arrows on Froggy's belly and watch him spin through the water from one end of the pool to the other. He uses 2 AA batteries. The "patented random direction makes him zip in random directions," Doug Rubel, CEO of MindWalk, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. 4/27/2009 (Price: $7.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Turbo Fill Blaster by FISHER-PRICE INC.

Fisher-Price calls this squirt gun a “one stop, fast fill water station for kids.” It comes with a base that children can quickly attach to the gun and fill its tank in 15 seconds or less. It's then ready to squirt with no pumping required. Kids can recharge and go right back to the action. The system includes one water blaster and a base with a hose connector. Launch date: Spring 2009. 4/9/2009 (Price: $34.99)

Super Soaker 50 by HASBRO INC.

Hasbro has relaunched this original water blaster. It has a retro look but modernized power. The Super Soaker 50 holds up to 25 oz. of water and shoots up to 35’. Launch date: Spring 2009. 4/9/2009 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Swim Steps Fishkicks by SWIMWAYS CORP

For children who want to swim like a fish, these foam kickboards train them how to just keep swimming. There are two styles, angel fish and clown fish. Each has secure handles for kids to grip while they learn and a wobbly eye that's just for fun. It is part of the Swim Steps line that teaches children how to swim while having a good time. Launch date: Spring 2009. 4/9/2009 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Floating Target Game for Pool/Lawn/Deck by POOLMASTER

Kids can test their skill in this dartboard-style game that floats on the water or can be stationed pretty much anywhere outside. It comes with six balls for teams to compete for accuracy. 4/9/2009 (Price: $21.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

3-in-1 Underwater Game Set by POOLMASTER

This one-stop water game includes four dive rings, four diving relay sticks and six diving discs. 4/9/2009 (Price: $20.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Pro Water Basketball Game by POOLMASTER

While pool basketball is a classic, players don't have to be pros to enjoy this game. The floating hoop is made from non-corrosive PVC construction. The three-way support helps keep it upright and the heavy-duty, hand-woven polyethylene net is designed for durability. It includes a Classic Pro game ball. 4/9/2009 (Price: $46.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Battling Water Toy - Octopus, Pink Camouflage by FROLICKING FLOATERS

The inflatable toy floats on water, with an open head cavity for swimmers to place their head. There are two handles under the toy for gripping the two squirt guns. Other available varieties include turtle, killer whale, helmet and more. Launch date: January 2008. 3/24/2009 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Spilling Funnel by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

Bake a sand cake and decorate it beautifully every time with the Haba Spiloling Funnel. Always the right combination of sand and water to make a sand flower or write a messge in the sand. 3/20/2009 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Water Park-Extra Large by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

Three year olds and older will love creating their own waterpark with this extra large set. Phalate free with 15 pieces will help to create a water epire in a sand box or on the beach. 3/20/2009 (Price: $99.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Blaster Board™ Liquidator by PRIME TIME TOYS

The Max Liquidator® now has a big brother. The award winning Blaster Board™ is a Liquidator, Kickboard and Shield ALL-IN-ONE! Kids love to float on anything in the pool and the Blaster Board™ is the perfect fit. Pull back to fill, and blast water up to 30 feet! Launch date: February 2009. 1/30/2009 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

AQUA TIMEBOMB™ by GEOSPACE INTERNATIONAL

This aquatic version of the old game “hot potato" is irresistibly fun for the whole family. Here’s how it works: Fill a balloon with water and set it inside the AQUA TIMEBOMB's “cage.” Wind up the timer spring and start passing the “bomb” around. But be quick! You don’t want to be the one caught holding it when it explodes and the water balloon splashes all over the unlucky player. "This game can be played right out of the box, since 10 water balloons are included. AQUA TIMEBOMB™ is a new twist on a familiar game concept that everyone will enjoy and instinctively know how to play," Aaron Ackert, sales manager for Geospace International, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2009. 1/30/2009 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ZooPoo Shampoo by EI LLC

ZooPoo puts the FUN in functional. Tucked away inside each plush character is a refillable Shampoo (or Poo, if you will) tube so that the product can be applied by squeezing it out right on a little stinker. Launch date: 2009. ( Watch Video) 12/12/2008 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Skip 'n' Splash by GREAT AMERICAN MERCHANDISE & EVENTS

The AquaAntics Skip ‘n’ Splash is a spinning sprinkler that creates exciting, whirlwind water sprays for cooling down on hot summer days. As soon as the Skip ‘n’ Splash is connected to a standard garden hose, it playfully spins and sprays, for a hoppin’, skippin’, jumpin’ good time. Children can jump over the rotating foam arms or run in circles with them while getting soaked. The speed can be easily adjusted by increasing or decreasing the water flow. "The spinning action makes this an interactive toy, encouraging healthy, active play," Elissa Pollack, media relations agent for Great American Merchandise & Events, told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 2009. 12/12/2008 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]