TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Interactive Product Category

Let's Explore a Pirate Ship by LANGENSCHEIDT PUBLISHING GROUP

Kids can discover the complex inner-workings of a pirate ship, from the roaring raids on a Spanish galleon to the salvage mission of a sunken vessel. From the outer decks to the crew’s quarters, this book reveals various parts of the pirate life. Intricate illustrations show the smallest details and may cause some laughs as readers notice funny scenes hidden inside the ship. It features naval battle scenes, a sunken ship panorama, and even pirates dropping cannon balls. Kids can peek behind decks, windows and hulls to unfold panoramic foldouts. The following page gives a breakdown of each scene with clear explanations, interesting facts and more illustrations. "Panoramic gatefolds and wonderfully engaging illustrations reveal the rich and colorful scenes of a pirate ship," Jessica Lemp, Marketing Assistant, Langenscheidt Publishing Group, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2010. 1/14/2010 (Price: $13.99)

The Secret Life of Princesses by LANGENSCHEIDT PUBLISHING GROUP

Girls can peek behind foldouts and flaps to uncover a treasure of royal secrets from favorite fairy tale princesses, such as Cinderella, Thumbelina and Snow White. The life of a Princess is one of diamonds, ball gowns and handsome princes, but it’s also filled with little secrets. How did the Princess feel the pea? What lies in Sleeping Beauty’s spell book? Launch date: November 2009. 1/14/2010 (Price: $17.99)

Let's Explore a Castle by LANGENSCHEIDT PUBLISHING GROUP

Kids can discover the complex inner-workings of a castle, from the lavish banquet hall of the lord and lady to the soldiers arming the battlements, and from the outer moat to the inner chamber. Intricate, full-color illustrations show the minute detail, and funny scenes are hidden in the art behind the castle wall. Readers can peek behind doors, windows and walls, and open panoramic foldouts, then find a breakdown of each scene on the next page. Launch date: 2010. 1/14/2010 (Price: $13.99)

Lost Souls: Burning Sky by RUNNING PRESS BOOK PUBLISHERS

Jordan Weisman, co-creator of the acclaimed Cathy’s Book series, launches an interactive trilogy based on the 2012 end-of-world Mayan prophecies. Nathan Richards learns on his 13th birthday that his destiny is to be challenged by the Mayan god Kukulkan in a game that decides the fate of the human race. Read the Book - Play the Game - Save the World. "The combination of book and game board with 11 game pieces and dice engages the reader to interact with the story — as our hero plays the game, so can the reader. Play the game online in a single player mode against the computer or a two player mode against anyone anywhere in the world. The online game will also act as decoder ring where specific locations on the board will give players background fiction on the book's characters and teaser fiction about what happens in the next book," Geri DiTella, Marketing Coordinator, Running Press Book Publishers, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2010.
THIS PRODUCT IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE 1/14/2010 (Price: $17.95)

Flipoutz™ Princess Coin by FLIPOUTZ™

This hot pink coin features a golden tiara on top of the word "Princess" that runs across the coin. 1/4/2010 (Price: $2.99)

Flipoutz™ Full Display Box by FLIPOUTZ™

The full display box is intended for sale to retailers and fund-raisers only. Box includes 1 Retail Display Box (Traypack), 24 “Bracelet + 1 Coin” Packs in Retail Packaging, and 75 “Two Coin” Packs in Retail Packaging. 1/4/2010

Flipoutz™ Green Revolution Coin by FLIPOUTZ™

This green coin features various shades of green with the phrase "Green Revolution" printed on the coin. 12/29/2009 (Price: $2.99)

Flipoutz™ Loves Me, Loves Me Not Coin by FLIPOUTZ™

This coin is decorated with dandelions traditional to the "Loves Me, Loves Me Not" reference, with the exact phrase printed on the coin. 12/29/2009 (Price: $2.99)

Flipoutz™ Glow in the Dark Bracelet + 1 coin by FLIPOUTZ™

This Flipoutz™ Bracelet features a solid orange color and comes with a random Flipoutz™ coin. Flipoutz™ are bracelets you can wear and personalize with Flipoutz™ coins. Trade your coins with friends and other Flipouterz. Set up your profile online and tell everyone about yourself and your coins while also tracking traded coins as they are traded from one person to the next. ( Watch Video) 12/29/2009 (Price: $6.99)

Flipoutz™ Glow in the Dark Bracelet + 1 coin by FLIPOUTZ™

This Flipoutz™ Bracelet glows in the dark and comes with a random Flipoutz™ coin. Flipoutz™ are bracelets you can wear and personalize with Flipoutz™ coins. Trade your coins with friends and other Flipouterz. Set up your profile online and tell everyone about yourself and your coins while also tracking traded coins as they are traded from one person to the next. 12/29/2009 (Price: $6.99)

Flipoutz™ Super Starter Kit by FLIPOUTZ™

Flipoutz™ are bracelets you can wear and personalize with Flipoutz™ coins. Trade your coins with friends and other Flipouterz. Set up your profile online and tell everyone about yourself and your coins while also tracking traded coins as they are traded from one person to the next. The Flipoutz™ Super Starter Kit includes a bracelet of your choice, a random coin, and two random 2-coin packs (making a total of 5 coins to fill up the bracelet). ( Watch Video) 12/29/2009 (Price: $12.99)

Kids' Business Stand by Little Green Money Machine

If kids can play business, they can learn business. Kids will have fun earning money in their neighborhoods and communities while starting their very first business with this unique mobile business stand. The business stand comes with wheels, dry/erase magnetic banner areas, built-in locking money tray, literature storage tray, solar-powered built-in calculator, hooks, keys, magnets, and dry erase marker set. Launch date: November 2011.
Awards: 2011 Dr.Toy Best Classic Toys; 2011 NAPPA Gold Award; 2011 Oppenheim Award 12/28/2009 (Price: $249.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Follow-Me Fiona by TINY LOVE

Meet Fred's girlfriend. Follow-Me Fiona is continuing the success of her best selling mate, Follow-Me Fred. Same great crawling toy, now with a feminine touch. ( Watch Video) 12/10/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gigapals - Friggle by Gigapals

Gigapals is an award winning online interactive learning experience for kids ages 3-6. Each plush toy comes with an "adoption code" on certificate that can be used to register the Gigapal on the Gigapals website and enjoy an educational experience for kids ages 3 to 6. 11/17/2009 (Price: $11.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gigapals - Pengo by Gigapals

Gigapals is an award winning online interactive learning experience for kids ages 3-6. Each plush toy comes with an "adoption code" on certificate that can be used to register the Gigapal on the Gigapals website and enjoy an educational experience for kids ages 3 to 6. 11/17/2009 (Price: $11.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Roffle Mates - Rudy the Reindeer by REGAL ELITE

When triggered by a motion-activated sensor on its forehead, this jolly reindeer rolls around and laughs hysterically. Launch date: Fall 2009. 11/4/2009 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

10" Tales 4 Tomorrow "Tungar" The Tiger by FIESTA

10" Tungar The Tiger. Tales 4 Tomorrow™. Tungar likes to roam the jungle alone, and he loves swimming in cool pools and rivers. Home: India. Eco-friendly plush endangered animals come alive in a virtual world, www.tales4tomorrow.com, where you create a better “Tomorrow” for them. Eco-Plush animals with 100% soy and cotton coat. Tales 4 Tomorrow™ is an online virtual habitat creator that includes games, videos, a store and more. Fun activity cards include puzzles, temporary tattoos, fun facts and more. 9/16/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Super Kids Rock! by YOSI MUSIC

Dedicated Dads of a dozen kids, for Yosi & The Superdads, every day is Father’s Day. "Super Kids Rock!" celebrates their sentiment, message and credo. Fronted by award-winning recording artist, Yosi Levin, with a string of Sirius/XM radio hits, The Superdads ('Jammin' Joe Geisler, Gary 'G-Whiz' Hoffman and 'Super Steve' Brown) deliver "Super Kids Rock" ala Beatles, Clash, CCR, Ramones, ACDC and Buddy Holly. It's "a rock album for the whole family," Yosi Levin, owner of Yosi Music, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2009. 8/27/2009 (Price: $1499) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Prime-8 Action Robot by BOSSA NOVA ROBOTICS

Prime-8 is a fast and agile gorilla robot that does everything from play laser tag to run with your kids down hallways. He explores his own surroundings or responds to remote control. He is silly, occasionally rude, and goes crazy when disturbed in his sleep! Prime-8’s intense interactivity is powered by a battery of sensors that allow him to respond to people and to his environment. Internal sensors measure his orientation constantly, and prompt him to right himself should he fall down. Outbound sight and sound sensors help Prime-8 maneuver around obstacles, respond to questions with grunts and growls, and express himself. Finally, motion detection sensors keep Prime-8 alert so that he can chase away intruders by firing rockets! ( Watch Video) 8/24/2009 (Price: $99.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Penbo penguin by BOSSA NOVA ROBOTICS

Penbo is a lovable interactive penguin that sings, talks, dances and plays games with you and her surprise Bebe. She responds to touch and sound and communicates with her Bebe through infrared sensors. Penbo also plays five games with you and Bebe; the more you play, the happier she becomes! Penbo is an autonomous robot designed to move like a penguin and interact with you and her Bebe through an array of sensors. She is aware of her surroundings, loves to dance, plays games and talks with Bebe in Penguish, her own language. Press Penbo’s heart to reveal a surprise egg with her Bebe inside; each color Bebe interacts differently with Penbo. ( Watch Video) 8/24/2009 (Price: $79.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Magic Wishing Bracelets - Heart Power Adventure Bracelet by ZORBITZ INC.

The Heart Power Adventure Bracelet is one of six Magic Wishing Bracelets, each of which comes with a keycode that will open a different land online. The bracelet shown opens up Winter Land, where girls can earn valuable Princess Points that can be used to create their own virtual Princess. The game and bonus games are designed to be educational and fun. Registered users will also receive a weekly letter from Princess Renee, full of geography, good deeds and much more. Launch date: May 2009. 8/19/2009 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Webkinz Jr.™ Blue Puppy by GANZ

This soft, plush puppy in bright pastels features embroidered eyes and comes with a secret code that opens up a virtual playground for young children. Launch date: 2009. ( Watch Video) 8/17/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ActionJetz: F-117 Nighthawk by ModelWorks

ActionJetz minijetz are cool diecast planes that each come with a secret code card. With it, kids and parents can chat, play and learn new stuff in the online world of ActionJetz. 8/11/2009 (Price: $9.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

We Both Read Books by TREASURE BAY INC.

We Both Read books feature an interactive format designed for a child to take turns reading aloud with a parent or tutor. The left-hand pages feature more sophisticated text for the parent or tutor to read. Then, the child reads the right-hand pages, which feature text written at a specific early reading level. With beautiful illustrations and photos, the books are leveled for children in grades K-3, and the series includes a total of 45 fiction and nonfiction titles. Paperback: $4.99, Hardcover: $9.95. "Designed for shared reading, the We Both Read series brings parents and children together for a wonderful reading experience and faster reading development," Gloria L. Scott, office manager for Treasure Bay, Inc., told TDmonthly. This product has received the following awards: 2005 - The National Parenting Center; 2008 - Learning Magazine's Teachers' Choice Award; 2007 - Institute for Childhood Resources (1 of 10 best Educational Products); and Mom's Choice Award (finalist for Best Children's Series). Launch date: 1997. 8/6/2009 (Price: $4.99)

Magic Wishing Bracelets by ZORBITZ INC.

There are six different magic wishing bracelets. Each bracelet comes with a keycode that will open a different land. Throughout the opened land, girls can earn valuable Princess Points that can be used to create their own virtual Princess. The game and bonus games are designed to be educational and fun. Registered users will also receive a weekly letter from Princess Renee, full of geography, good deeds and much more. The bracelet shown is the Star Power Adventure, which opens up the Wishing Pond. "Unlike Webkinz and Club Penguin, once a keycode is entered it doesn't expire," Robin Sydney of Zorbitz Inc. told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2009. 8/4/2009 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]