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Pawparazzi™ Woofgang - Celebrity Chef Set by NOODLE HEAD INC.
Pawparazzi™ Woofgang - Celebrity Chef Set by NOODLE HEAD INC.

Woofgang comes in a fully packed set that highlights his Celebrity Chef personality. The box set comes with pet Woofgang, purse, blanket, chef hat and scarf, frying pan, cleaver, trading card, and an 8.5" x 11" Pet Poster. The entire packaging also doubles as a playstage to further increase the play value and collectibility of these Little Pets Living Big Lives. (Watch the Pawparazzi™ Woofgang - Celebrity Chef Set Video Watch Video) 8/9/2010 (Price: $21.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Calico Critters Baby Playground Tea Cup Ride by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC
Calico Critters Baby Playground Tea Cup Ride by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

This set allows girls to take their critter babies for a fun tea cup ride again and again. The base rotates and each individual cup spins when the handle is turned. The tea pot also spins and lifts its lid. Puppy babies Chubby and Spottie are included.
— In late Spring 2011, 4 out of 12 retailers said toys from Calico Critters were their best-selling play sets. Barb Stein, owner of Toys on the Square in Hummelstown, Pa., said she sells between 30-40 Calico Critter products each month.
— “Calico Critters is one of our best sellers as a brand,” Kristen Dolle, owner of Playthings Toy Shoppe in Louisville, Ky., told TDmonthly in early summer 2010.
— In a June 2010 survey, five percent of 40 retailers named Calico Critters as a best-selling toy for girls. 7/29/2010 (Price: $23.99)

Calico Critters Deluxe Living Room Set by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC
Calico Critters Deluxe Living Room Set by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

This set for critter families includes more than 40 furniture pieces and accessories, including a light-up fire place complete with tools and fire logs, a comfortable couch, arm chairs, a coffee maker, a telephone, a clock, newspapers and more. Cons: Lots of little pieces that are hard to assemble.
— In late Spring 2011, 4 out of 12 retailers said toys from Calico Critters were their best-selling play sets.
— Calico Critters made the top-10 best-seller list at Totally Thomas Toy Depot in San Diego in July 2010. “We sell a ton of critters and accessories of all sorts, but the Deluxe Living Room Set seems to be on everybody’s list,” President Cynthia Wyatt told TDmonthly. “These precious critters are absolutely irresistible as are the homes and accessories.”
AWARDS: 2010 TDmonthly Top Seller (entire Calico Critters line) 7/28/2010 (Price: $24.99)

Mega Bloks Yo Gabba Gabba Plex's Tour Buggy by MEGA BRANDS
Mega Bloks Yo Gabba Gabba Plex's Tour Buggy by MEGA BRANDS

This play set transforms into a rock concert with a stage. It comes with buildable dancing figurines of the characters Muno and Plex. Designed for first-time builders, this set aims to help children develop fine motor skills and distinguish colors and shapes. 7/27/2010 (Price: $24.99)

Mega Bloks Yo Gabba Gabba DJ Lance Boombox by MEGA BRANDS
Mega Bloks Yo Gabba Gabba DJ Lance Boombox by MEGA BRANDS

This 23-piece set comes with built-in music and sounds. Included are dancing figures of the characters Brobee and Foofa. Designed for first-time builders, this set aims to help children develop fine motor skills and distinguish colors and shapes. 7/27/2010 (Price: $34.99)

Harry Potter Snape Diorama by NECA
Harry Potter Snape Diorama by NECA

The dark and mysterious Professor Snape is replicated in this action figure. The figure comes dressed in Snape's outfit from the "Harry Potter" films and comes with a background featuring images from the movies. 7/23/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Harry Potter Harry Vs. Voldemort Boxed Set by NECA
Harry Potter Harry Vs. Voldemort Boxed Set by NECA

This boxed set features a 7" Harry figure in battle with Lord Voldemort. 7/23/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Automoblox Minis 3-Pack by AUTOMOBLOX
Automoblox Minis 3-Pack by AUTOMOBLOX

These sporty wooden toy cars feature streamlined shapes and realistic brightly colored "windows" and "tires." (Watch the Automoblox Minis 3-Pack Video Watch Video) 7/23/2010 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Moxie Girlz Best Friends 2-Pack by MGA ENTERTAINMENT
Moxie Girlz Best Friends 2-Pack by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

This doll set features two Moxie Girlz with stylish outfits and accessories and neon-streaked hair. Included are "Best Friends" necklaces for the dolls, and "Best Friends" bracelets for girls to share with a friend. 7/20/2010 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

LEGO Minifigures Wizard by LEGO
LEGO Minifigures Wizard by LEGO

This minifigure features a magic wand, a book of spells on a tilting pedestal, a desk, two beakers to hold magic potions and a little green dragon mascot.
— In late summer 2010, four of 43 specialty retailers surveyed told TDmonthly that LEGO products are an overall top seller.
— Gwen Bowden, manager of Doodlehopper 4 Kids in Springfield, Va., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2011 survey that  LEGO minifigures are a best-seller: "LEGO minifigures have been one of our top sellers this month. We've sold about 2 a day, or about 65 in a month." Erika Evers, owner of Dancing Bear Toys in Hendersonville, N.C., agreed, saying that they sell "about 8 a day" at her store. 7/19/2010 (Price: $3.99)

LEGO Minifigures Court Jester by LEGO
LEGO Minifigures Court Jester by LEGO

This Court Jester minifigure comes with three juggling balls, a stage and a flag. The stage measures over 2" high. 7/19/2010 (Price: $3.99)

Dinosaur Train Collectible Tiny with Train Car by LEARNING CURVE
Dinosaur Train Collectible Tiny with Train Car by LEARNING CURVE

This set is based on the Jim Henson PBS show Dinosaur Train. Included are a plastic Tiny figure and a decorated train car to match. 7/19/2010 (Price: $9.99)

Star Trek The Movie Transporter Room Playset by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.
Star Trek The Movie Transporter Room Playset by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

This playset appears to "transport" figures to and from remote areas. Kids can beam their action figures in and out and watch them actually disappear and reappear. This highly detailed replica of the transporter features authentic transporting lights, sounds and effects. 7/16/2010 (Price: $32.99)

Star Trek Retro Bridge Playset by DIAMOND SELECT TOYS
Star Trek Retro Bridge Playset by DIAMOND SELECT TOYS

Return to the days of Captain Kirk and the first U.S.S. Enterprise with this retro-inspired recreation of the Enterprise Bridge playset. The set feature the classic fold-up design of the original release. 7/14/2010 (Price: $60.00)

Earlyears Baby Tea Party by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC
Earlyears Baby Tea Party by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

This six-piece soft plush set is designed to stimulate baby’s developing senses. Each play piece features different activities. The teapot plays "I'm a Little Teapot," the cups rattle or jingle and have a crinkly tea bag tag, the croissant crinkles, and the rattling cupcake has a mirror inside.
— Three of 40 retailers told TDmonthly in early summer 2010 that International Playthings items are best-selling infant and toddler toys. 7/8/2010 (Price: $24.99)

Bowling Bunnies by SCHYLLING
Bowling Bunnies by SCHYLLING

Inspired by turn-of-the-century parlor games, this classic game brings charming bunnies to life. The bunnies fall and tumble about when bowled over with the soft green cabbage ball. The set features one soft king pin and five soft 9" bunny pins, plus two soft, safe "cabbage" bowling balls. 7/6/2010 (Price: $40.00)

Sprig Toys Dino Adventure Rig by SCHYLLING
Sprig Toys Dino Adventure Rig by SCHYLLING

Made from recycled Sprigwood, this eco-friendly playset features an adventure truck, a mother and baby dinosaur, an adventure guide, and hat and backpack accessories. 7/6/2010 (Price: $25.00)

Littlest Pet Shop Polar Bear and Brown Bear by HASBRO INC.
Littlest Pet Shop Polar Bear and Brown Bear by HASBRO INC.

These bobble-headed polar bear and brown bear pets love having “snowball” fights with each other. The polar bear and brown bear pets come with snowballs and melting snow accessories. 7/5/2010 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Littlest Pet Shop Spring Pets Owl and Squirrel by HASBRO INC.
Littlest Pet Shop Spring Pets Owl and Squirrel by HASBRO INC.

These sweet owl and squirrel pets have a special outdoor picnic planned. This set comes with a pet-sized tree, owl and squirrel pets, two "cookies," and two mug accessories. 7/5/2010 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

PLAYSKOOL Busy Lil Jiggle Garden Playset by HASBRO INC.
PLAYSKOOL Busy Lil Jiggle Garden Playset by HASBRO INC.

This cheery garden-themed activity playset is designed to encourage developmental learning while planting the seeds of wonder, discovery and exploration. There are three cute little "bugs" for children to grasp, hide and drop. The "flowers" wiggle and sway, and the flowerpot comes equipped with numerous places for the bugs to hide. The garden-themed discovery playset includes three toy bugs, a watering can and a flowerpot. 7/5/2010 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Playskool Dream Town Rose Petal Cottage Slice and Share Pizza Set by HASBRO INC.
Playskool Dream Town Rose Petal Cottage Slice and Share Pizza Set by HASBRO INC.

This pretend cooking set comes with all the fixings for a very special and imaginative pizza party. Included are a pizza slicer, pizza server, pizza pan, toppings box, four-piece fabric pizza, two slices of brushed tricot pepperoni, two slices of brushed tricot mushrooms and two slices of brushed tricot green pepper. 7/2/2010 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Playskool Busy Lil Garden Bench by HASBRO INC.
Playskool Busy Lil Garden Bench by HASBRO INC.

This garden-themed activity toy encourages discovery with flashing lights, playful music and hands-on activities. The activity-filled toy features detachable accessories, including four different-shaped blocks, a "watering" can and a "flower" in a pot. The accessories store conveniently inside the bench. 7/2/2010 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

PLAY-DOH Sesame Street Shape and Spin Elmo Playset by HASBRO INC.
PLAY-DOH Sesame Street Shape and Spin Elmo Playset by HASBRO INC.

This Elmo character has two modes of play that let kids interact with their wacky pal in two ways. In Mode 1, he helps children identify shapes and then counts them out as they make them with the PLAY-DOH modeling compound. In Mode 2, he tells them which shapes he would like them to make. The playset comes with a play mat, three stampers, instructions and three cans of PLAY-DOH. 7/2/2010 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My Little Pony Ponyville Sweetie Belle by HASBRO INC.
My Little Pony Ponyville Sweetie Belle by HASBRO INC.

Sweetie Belle pulls her "popcorn cart" and shares yummy "treats" with all her friends. This colorful assortment of accessories includes a popcorn cart, cup and popcorn bag. 7/2/2010 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My Little Pony Ponyville Celebrate Spring by HASBRO INC.
My Little Pony Ponyville Celebrate Spring by HASBRO INC.

When the spring sun comes out, Cheerilee and Rainbow Dash are ready to play. Girls can choose which springy hairstyle should go on which pony and dress one of them up in a pony-sized skirt. These pony figures come with two removable hairstyles, a bunny, a skirt, two flowers and paper wrap accessories. 7/2/2010 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

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