TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--General Toys Product Category

Joys of Childhood by Donald Zolan by MASTERPIECES PUZZLE CO. INC.

1000 pc puzzle features artwork by Donald Zolan. A good family activity, or for older children to complete alone. 4/30/2012 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

K'NEX Classics 50 Model Building Set by K'NEX BRANDS

Builders ages 3+ can create a train, garage, bridge and more or accelerate their imagination with other ideas. The Tinkertoy Transit set includes 150 durable, plastic pieces including spools, straight rods, bendable rods, wheels, eyes, two buildable figures and more. The newly redesigned Tinkertoy pieces snap together and stay together for long-lasting play. The colorful guide provides a variety of ideas for all building skill levels. Comes in a sturdy box with lid for easy storage and portability. September 2012. 4/27/2012 (Price: $43.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

K'NEX Thrills: Atomic Coaster by K'NEX BRANDS

Kids can build an atomically cool coaster with dueling action, using over 850 K'NEX pieces to create a thrilling roller coaster building experience. 2 dueling cars twist, turn, and dive as they race through over 37 feet of track. The Atomic Coaster builds over 4 feet tall and includes a motorized chain lift. Color-coded, easy-to-follow building instructions are included. Go to the K'Nex website to download instructions for a 2nd coaster model. Launch date: September 2012.
Awards: 2012 Best in Play at Toy Fair - Parenting Magazine 4/27/2012 (Price: $69.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dino Bump by LUVYDUVY CORPORATION

A fast paced game for the entire family. Race to the Dino-Cave but don't be sent back to the Dino-Bath. Large 5" dinosaurs that kids jump and switch, will have kids screaming in minutes. "Beautiful color graphics and an over-sized playing board," Don Rosenthal, president of LuvyDuvy Corporation, told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 2009.
Awards: 2009 Creative Child Magazine Seal of Excellence; 2010 National Parenting Magazine Seal of Approval; 2011 Parents' Choice Fun Stuff Award. 4/24/2012 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Magic School Bus - Attracted to Magnificent Magnets by THE YOUNG SCIENTISTS CLUB

Ms. Frizzle and her students take Young Scientists on a wild ride while becoming attracted to magnificent magnets. Young Scientists go on a magnetic scavenger hunt, build a compass, make magnetic slime, design magnetic faces, experiment with lodestone, play magnetic games, hold magnetic car races, and much, much more. This magnified kit includes a colorful poster with a racing track, game board, and experiment diagrams. Seatbelts everyone! Get ready and become Attracted to Magnificent Magnets. Launch date: January 2012.
Awards: 2012 PALS award 4/24/2012 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kiddi-o GoNanas See Saw by KETTLER INTERNATIONAL INC.

Bring the playground to the back yard with the Kiddi-o® Parallel See Saw. For added safety this See Saw keeps children parallel to the ground at all times. High back seats provide extra support and spring loaded stoppers underneath allow an easy landing. Launch date: May 2012. 4/24/2012 (Price: $159.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Turnstile by THINKFUN

The goal is to move the colored tokens through the maze to their respective corners. To do this, players must pass through turnstiles, shifting walls to form new pathways...and new barriers. Clever challenges exercise strategic thinking muscles, as one turn may lead to victory or may leave players stranded.
Awards: 2013 TDmonthly Seal of Approval 4/24/2012 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ladybug 8 ft. Parachute by PACIFIC PLAY TENTS INC

Made of 70 denier flame retardant polyester taffeta. Has eight sturdy handles so kids can get a good grip. Parachutes clean easily with a damp cloth and mild soap; carry bag included. 4/24/2012 (Price: $32.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Water Rocket by MINDWALK INC.

The world's first underwater slingshot for a rocket blast of fun.  Water activated safety mechanism unlocks safely underwater for fun play. Toy is 10" long. 4/24/2012 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Black & White Art Cards by WEE GALLERY

A boxed set includes an anteater, Dalmation, lemur, panda, penguin and skunk. Printed on recycled board, these cards will stand up to baby's explorations. Each 5x7" card is beautifully finished with matte varnish and child-friendly rounded corners. Wee Gallery animals are made of high-contrast repeating patterns to stimulate visual development in infants. 4/24/2012 (Price: $12.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Breyer Mystery Foal Surprise by REEVES INTL. INC.

This three piece set comes with a mystery foal, whose color is a surprise. This set features a grey stallion and a black mare, and their foal remains hidden in its stall until the package is opened. A fun visual lesson in horse genetics, the foal's coat color and pattern will be based upon the coat color and patterns of its parents.
— Denise Magstadt, owner of Imagination Station in Whitefish, Mont., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2012 survey that they sell 10 Breyer Horses each month.
—  Sari Powacek from Doll House & Toy Store in Scottsdale, Ariz. told TDmonthly in an August 2013 survey that Breyer horses are one of her store's best-selling collectible lines. 4/24/2012 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Muckers by SATURNIAN 1 INC.

The ring toss game for skill and easy-going competition. Perfect for parties, cookouts, the beach, and picnics, easy-to-grip rings are 100% safe natural rubber with no sharp edges. The 3' nylon carry strap provides portability and easy storage. 4/24/2012 (Price: $29.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Xtra Large swing and Spin 48" by WIDE IDEAS INC.

Can be attached to an existing swing set or hung from a tree. Kids can swing like they would normally do or swirl around. All 3 sizes of our hand made swings can hold 660lbs and hang down 70”. The two ropes are joined together at the top by a steel ring, making it easy to hang. 4/23/2012 (Price: $249.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Large Swing and Spin 38" by WIDE IDEAS INC.

Can be attached to an existing swing set or hung from a tree. Kids can swing like they would normally do or swirl around. All 3 sizes of our hand made swings can hold 660lbs and hang down 70”. The two ropes are joined together at the top by a steel ring, making it easy to hang. 4/23/2012 (Price: $199.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sweet Puppies by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

There are six Sweet Puppies in the kennel including PJ the Black Lab, Tootsie the Beagle, Patsy the Golden Retriever, Gi-Gi the Yellow Lab, Button the Bernese Mountain Dog and Abby the German Shepherd. Each adorable pup is created of the softest mohair fur and obediently sits at 10-inches. Each wears a cute red webbed collar.
Awards: 2013 TDmonthly Seal of Approval
— In a May 2012 survey about best selling plush and puppets, Lisa LeStrange, owner of Lucky Duck Toys in Wayne, Pa., told TDmonthly that they "sell about 175-200 pieces" of Douglas plush each month. 4/13/2012 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Purr-fect Standing Cats by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

Douglas, known for their classic breeds, recently introduced five new 12" Standing Cats. These kittens have cattitude as they strike a pose with their classic cat gestures. They have that take-me-home-look about them and are irresistibly endearing and uber soft. Each one stands straight and alert seeking love and attention. Even their tails are perky in a happy-go-lucky way. Zipper the Grey Tabby, Tiffy the Orange Tabby, Midnight the Black Cat and Scooter the Black and White Cat are all new for 2012. 4/13/2012 (Price: $15.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Big Little Games Flingin' Frogs™ by PATCH PRODUCTS INC.

Flingin’ Frogs is for one or more players, and play involves catapulting 12 miniature frogs onto five tiers of lily pads, worth varying levels of points. Children can play by themselves or challenge their friends. The lily pad play piece conveniently turns into a storage and travel case too. Big Little Games are available in three titles: Flingin’ Frogs™, Spurtle Turtle™ and Super Shooter Basketball™. The games’ small size makes them perfect for birthday gifts, Easter basket stuffers and small rewards. Launch date: May 2012. 4/12/2012 (Price: $8.99)

LEGO Sydney Opera House by LEGO

Introducing the world-renowned Sydney Opera House. This masterpiece of expressionist architecture is the vision of young Danish architect, Jorn Utzon, whose unique interlocking vaulted ‘shell' design beat 933 competitors from 28 countries to win an international design competition held by the New South Wales Government in 1959. Combined with the beautiful setting of Sydney Harbour, the opera house has become a true symbol of late modern architecture and one of the most iconic buildings of the 20th century. This LEGO Architecture series interpretation of the Sydney Opera House was designed by US architect Adam Reed Tucker in collaboration with the LEGO design team. 4/11/2012 (Price: $39.99)

12" Hennatude Turtle by FIESTA

Comes in four assorted colors. Fabric pattern features fun entwined loops and curlicues. Pattern is inspired by art motifs crafted by henna artists. Wide selection of sizes and fabrics. Soft and cuddly Fiesta stuffed animals and plush toys soothe, comfort, and encourage creative play. 4/5/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ANKER Coloros Stone Building Set by GOKI

Another stone building set from Anker Blocks, made of natural ingredients, these shapes of stones will allow kids to create endless forms. It contains 20 sample cards to fire kids' imaginations. With 36 stone building bricks made from the original Anker stone material kids can construct creative buildings and let their imagination run riot. There are countless possibilities to build mosaics, aesthetically appealing puzzles and edifices using the stones of the New Stone Age. Made in Germany of chalk, quartz sand, pigments and linseed oil. ( Watch Video) 3/26/2012 (Price: $52.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gingerbread Baking Set by HAPE

A rolling pin, cookie cutters, and felt "dough" make baking seem real. Flip the shapes over and they're already decorated. Made of Wood, Water based paint, Felt, Aluminium alloy. ( Watch Video) 3/26/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gazillion Bubbles Hurricane by FUNRISE INC.

The Gazillion Bubble Hurricane is Gazillion’s number one bubble machine. Year after year, this bubble machine cranks out thousands of bubbles for kids of all ages. Each Bubble Machine comes with an 8 oz. bottle of a "top secret" non-toxic Gazillion Bubble solution, just pour the solution into the reservoir attached to the Bubble Machine to continuously feed the wands creating a storm of colorful bubbles. Requires 6 "AA" batteries, not included. Works with core solution. iParenting Award Winner. ( Watch Video) 3/26/2012

Pull Along Cowboy by MAGICFOREST LTD

Giddy-Up!! Sevi's award winning design on this Pull Along Cowboy is sure to set children's imaginations soaring. When pulled the cowboy and horse have a realistic gallop and clickity-clack sound. Along with various fabrics and smooth quality hardwood, this little wrangler will surely become a toddler’s best friend. Sevi is Europe’s’ oldest wooden toy maker – since 1831 – using only vegetable-based paints and smooth hardwood. 3/21/2012 (Price: $42.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rubik's Void Puzzle by WINNING MOVES GAMES

The Void is puzzling to comprehend because there’s a hole right in the middle of it. Consumers can literally put their finger right through the center of the Void. The object is to solve each side, much like one would a standard Rubik’s Cube, but that’s where the similarities end. The Void has different colors, rounded edges, and requires a different solution. Launch date: February 2012.
Awards: 2012 ASTRA Best Toys For Kids Nominee 3/19/2012 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

LEGO Star Wars ZipBin Millennium Falcon Minifigure Case by NEAT-OH! INTERNATIONAL LLC

This Millennium Falcon shaped case is home for 23 LEGO Star Wars Minifigures, each in their own pocket and holds at least 200 LEGO bricks. The detailed artwork creates an awesome play experience and playmat on the inside and outside of the case. Race through space and dodge the pursuing Tie Fighters, all while keeping figurines neatly tucked away. Ages 3+. Weighs less than half a pound and wipes clean with a damp cloth.  ZipBin Products - Keep it Together™.  © 2012 The LEGO Group.© 2012 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM.
— As of 03/16/2012 this product had 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Makes organizing fun for kids; can be used for storage or as a toy; contains individual pockets to carry 23 minifigs and has a handle. Cons: A little too small for storage of other LEGO pieces. 3/19/2012 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]