TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Interactive Product Category

Tuttles Madcap Misadventures by LEGACY INTERACTIVE

The hilarious arcade adventure game follows the Tuttle family as they embark on their family vacation to the Alamo. Forty engaging levels of side scrolling action detailed with beautiful art. Players are treated to animated, comic style cut scenes bought to life by the voices of Ashley Tisdale, William Shatner, Bob Saget, Jamie Lee Curtis, Dave Coulier, Dave Thomas and Dominic Scott Kay. Launch date: March 2008. 1/18/2008 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zoo Vet 2: Endangered Animals by LEGACY INTERACTIVE

Players will care for cuddly otters as well as dangerous lions, while interacting with entertaining staff and visitors. Players will travel around the zoo performing check-ups, and teaming up with vet technicians to use medical tools for investing and treating mysterious ailments. As players become more successful they move up in the ranks to become the “World’s Greatest Zoo Vet!” Launch date: November 2007. 1/18/2008 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kids Go! Travel Game by KIDS GO! TRAVEL LLC

The interactive travel game will keep kids entertained on long car rides. 1/18/2008 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Webkinz Reindeer by GANZ

The 6” reindeer plush is made of several different materials, including cotton and is stuffed with beans. It comes with a distinctive secret code that allows kids to enter an online world. Kids can then interact virtually with their pet, care for it, earn KinzCash, play games and more.
— “I sold 1,000 of reindeer over two months,” Stephanie Dupuy, owner of Playville in Covington, La., told TDmonthly.
— “Webkinz is still the most ordered toy in the store. [We] sell 200 to 300 Webkinz a month,” Joyce Hoover, owner of Doll and Gift Gallery in Rogers, Ark., told TDmonthly.
— Thirteen of 60 retailers named Webkinz as their most popular item of 2007. 1/16/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ratatouille Remy Interactive Plush by MATTEL INC.

Remy comes with five food items tucked into the pockets of his apron. Simply press the button on his hand, hold one of the food items up to his nose, and watch him sniff and recognize the item. Remy is constructed of polyester and stands 15” tall. He also comes with three AA batteries. 1/11/2008 (Price: $24.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Maze of Bones by SCHOLASTIC

Written by #1 New York Times best-selling author Rick Riordan, this book is the first in a series of ten books. The books will be accompanied by 350 collectible cards and a dynamic online game — called 39 Clues — where readers can compete for prizes. Kids will embark on an adventure tracking their points and their clues, managing their card collections, digging through the Cahill archives for secrets and “traveling” the world to collect Cahill artifacts, interview characters and hunt down clues. Scholastic will be giving away more than $100,000 in prizes. Launch date: September 2008. 1/8/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

SpherePlay™ Contact Juggling Set by TRYOUT TOYS ENTERTAINMENT, LLC

SpherePlay is the art of rolling, balancing, manipulating and playing with spheres. With infinite ways to play there are guidelines, but no rules. Genuine playfulness combines with learned skills to increase coordination, balance, fluid motion, reflexes and dexterity. The set includes a 70mm UV acrylic sphere, DVD, sphere pouch/polisher and sphere stand/finger dexterity toy. Launch date: February 2008.
— “The SpherePlay Contact Juggling Set is the first and only Sphere and DVD set packaged for retail sales,” Jennifer Sauvageau of TryOut Toys Entertainment told TDmonthly. “Included [is] everything a beginner needs to start Sphereplaying.” ( Watch Video) 1/2/2008 (Price: $39.99)

Comet® The Fast Path to Learning by ACTIVE MINDS INC

Comet® The Fast Path to Learning, is Active Minds' premier product. Comet® is an enjoyable and engaging way to learn and spell, having fun based on world facts, legends, geography, science, history, health, nature, animals and dictionary meanings. The game has several game editions such as Bible and Family, with a Children's card expansion deck. Launch date: June 2008.
— "'Comet, The Fast Past to Learning' is being played in schools across America and has been praised in South Africa for helping patients suffering from brain injuries develop their learning skills," Sandy Evans, creator of Comet® at Active Minds, told TDmonthly.
Awards: 2008-2010 Preferred Choice Award; 2008-2010 Editors Choice Award; 2008-2010 Toyman Seal of Approval ( Watch Video) 12/28/2007 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Chicco Talking Garden Activity Table by CHICCO USA INC.

The interactive table entertains babies in two modes, with an advanced language mode that helps baby learn the alphabet, numbers, shapes, colors, opposites, textures, animals and other first words in both English and Spanish. The table also allows babies to learn through music, using melodies, nursery rhymes and cool sound effects. The unit’s child-safe structure allows babies to move freely and safely around the table, while the unit’s detachable parts allow for easy storage and versatility. 12/19/2007 (Price: $69.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Revnjenz® by REVNJENZ

Revnjenz® are fast, sleek, and sporty street racers that come to life once you enter your "Secret Code" located on your Revnjenz® drivers license. This "real life" driver's license is an authentic collector's edition. Once in Revnjenz®, you will also receive a title for your own vehicle showing proof of ownership. InRevnjenz®, you can visit many fun places. You can go to the Arcade, Bank, the "Z" Academy, Police Station, Raceway, Gas Station, Z Dealership, Performance Garage, Movie Theater, Car Wash, and "Youth Friendly" Chat lot. In these places you can race and play games to earn BoostBucks® to purchase upgrades and personalize your car along with its very own precious garage you store it in. You will be able to customize your car with items such as turbos, superchargers, spoilers, body kits, wheels, special lighting such as neon kits, cool lifts for your car, and even plasma TVs' for your garage. Come Race and Play Now! 12/5/2007

Bella Sara Plush Gift Box - Bella by HIDDEN CITY ENTERTAINMENT

This 6" cuddly horse comes with an activation certificate that introduces the consumer to the magical world of Bella Sara online, where girls can play games, meet other horses and care for their virtual friend. The gift set also includes one Ancient Lights seven-card pack. Jewel, Nike and Fiona horses are also available. 12/4/2007 (Price: $12.99)

Jellybeanies – Orange Owl Ollie by TOMORROW INC.

This scented plush friend has embroidered facial features and comes with a secret Jellycode that allows kids to unlock the character at the Jellybeanies website, play games, JellyChat with other Jellybeanies members, and find secret messages in Chroma, the Jellybeanies’ magical world. This particular character has a smart and curious personality, and comes with a story card that tells more about him. There are eight Jellybeanies characters in the first series. The scent lasts up to 20 months. Launch date: August 2007. 11/30/2007 (Price: $13.99)

Jellybeanies – Vanilla Armadillo Hilda by TOMORROW INC.

This scented plush friend has embroidered facial features and comes with a secret Jellycode that allows kids to unlock the character at the Jellybeanies website, play games, JellyChat with other Jellybeanies members, and find secret messages in Chroma, the Jellybeanies’ magical world. This particular character has a protective and impatient personality, and comes with a story card that tells more about her. There are 8 different Jellybeanies characters in the First Series. The scent lasts up to 20 months. Launch date: August 2007. 11/30/2007 (Price: $13.99)

Amazing Pets: Skate 'N Tricks Puppy by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

Blade, the Dalmation, will skate towards his owner when his owner claps or calls his name. He responds when he gets positive reinforcement and encouraging rewards like belly rubs and head pats; ignore him for long and he will get sad and fall down. 11/21/2007 (Price: $69.99)

Elmo - T.M.X.™ Extra Special Edition™ by MATTEL INC.

Elmo is back and more ticklish then ever, and he’s laughing like he’s never laughed before. T.M.X.™ Extra Special Edition™ is so popular that Mattel is limiting orders to five per customer. 11/16/2007 (Price: $40.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

U.B. Funkeys™ Starter Kit by RADICA GAMES

This interactive game combines vinyl collectible toys with computer games to create a virtual world that kids control. There are over 40 different characters, each with his or her own look, personality, zones and games. Players can earn points and win prizes to customize and decorate their “crib” within the game. The set comes with a hub (to connect the character to the computer, two U.B. Funkeys character figures and PC software. The characters are also available individually for $4.99. 10/11/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tempt Destiny Football Card Game by MAVERIC INC.

“Tempt Destiny” introduces a new era in sports and party entertainment, where devout fans, friends and family members can play along with the football game they are watching. Participants are dealt seven cards, each of which identifies a certain event, such as a pass, touchdown, penalty, auto commercial, etc. Each event is assigned a point value and players gain points when their card matches the game’s events. The person with the most points at the end of a quarter wins that hand. Tempt Destiny is an "easy-to-play interactive party game that makes a great stocking stuffer [or gift] for the holidays, College Bowl games, playoffs and the big game," President Manuel Morales of Maveric Inc. told TDmonthly. The minimum wholesale order is one box (72 games). Launch date: September 2007. 10/2/2007 (Price: $9.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Adorable Kinders Rag Dolls Mari by GRANZA INC.

Adorable rag doll Mari in a red dress with red shoes, white lace trimmed socks and a matching hair ribbon. Fabric prints may vary. ( Watch Video) 8/31/2007 (Price: $59.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Adorable Kinders Rag Dolls Gregory by GRANZA INC.

Adoptable Kinders Gregory (G) in a bedtime ensemble complete with pajamas, slippers and a teddy bear. He is approximately 18 inches tall and his clothes are changeable. Both the doll and the clothes are washable. He also comes with an internet key-code that may be used to register online at the “Adoptable Kinders eSchool”. ( Watch Video) 8/31/2007 (Price: $59.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rescue Pets™ Just Born by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

These newborn puppies are up for adoption, ready for kids to take them home. Children can put the plush pets in their hand and watch them as they wake up and begin to shake. Each comes with an adoption certificate, a feeding bottle and a collar with a tag. The pets can open their eyes, whimper and make lifelike sounds (eating and burping). There are four available styles: Boxer, Mutt, Border Collie and Spaniel. 8/29/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

DollHouse by PROTOZONE

This program offers endless hours of creative fun and learning for children as they learn about patterns, symmetry, quilts and painting, all the while playing in their own virtual doll house. Within minutes, they can create amazing patterns on the walls, floors, furniture and rugs, all with the click of a mouse. Users can change seasons, turn day into night, open doors, drawers and windows, play games and more. They can save and print their creations, which may serve as sheets of wallpaper, rugs, paintings, floors and even furniture for a real doll house. Launch date: November 2006. 8/9/2007 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

KaleidoPix by PROTOZONE

With this creative program, children can form magical patterns as they mix and match imported photos with drawings, doodles, leaves and snowflakes. As kids work with patterns, they will learn about art, science and symmetry, observing how even small changes to a shape can make a big difference in the outcome. Kids will appreciate seeing their symmetrical designs unfold on screen, and can also save and print their creations for framing, book and CD covers, wrapping paper, fabric designs and more. There’s even a playback movie feature. Launch date: November 2006. 8/9/2007 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ty Girlz – Jammin' Jenna by TY INC.

This 14” soft-sculpt doll is dressed in the latest trend-setting fashions that can be mixed and matched, and each Ty Girlz outfit comes with complementary accessories. The dolls have soft, realistic hair that can be easily combed and styled in numerous ways. Their clothes, hair and makeup are coordinated in monochromatic hues for a distinctive look, and the dolls are accompanied by a 3-D interactive virtual world. Launch date: July 2007. 8/9/2007 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ty Girlz – Classy Carla by TY INC.

This 14” soft-sculpt doll is dressed in the latest trend-setting fashions that can be mixed and matched, and each Ty Girlz outfit comes with complementary accessories. The dolls have soft, realistic hair that can be easily combed and styled in numerous ways. Their clothes, hair and makeup are coordinated in monochromatic hues for a distinctive look, and the dolls are accompanied by a 3-D interactive virtual world. Launch date: July 2007. 8/9/2007 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ty Girlz – Pretty Patti by TY INC.

This 14” soft-sculpt doll is dressed in the latest trend-setting fashions that can be mixed and matched, and each Ty Girlz outfit comes with complementary accessories. The dolls have soft, realistic hair that can be easily combed and styled in numerous ways. Their clothes, hair and makeup are coordinated in monochromatic hues for a distinctive look, and the dolls are accompanied by a 3-D interactive virtual world. Launch date: July 2007. 8/9/2007 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]