TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Pretend Play Product Category

Behold - The Dragon Wizards! by FAIRY FINERY

A great set — Cape, Hat, and Wand. Fabulous embroidered dragons have Swarovski crystal accents. Our classic hooded cape and “Never- ever droop” hat are ready to cast a spell for the budding young wizard- boy or girl! One size in Candy Pink, Regal Blue, Dark Red. 3/3/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Garden Fairy Dress by FAIRY FINERY

A Photographer’s Dream! A Child’s Delight! Stretch velvet bodice and yards of tulle feature sweet velvet pansies. This enchanting outfit has matching streamer headband with a hidden band inside for easy wear. Add matching velvet wings for the total look. The outfit is washable and available in sizes for ages 18 months to 10 years. 3/3/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fire Chief Role-Play Outfit by MELISSA & DOUG

This authentic-looking fireman costume features bright stripes and comes with a hat, a megaphone, an ax, a fire extinguisher and other accessories. It retails in a clear vinyl bag. Launch date: 2008.
—  “Melissa and Doug have great dress-up costumes ... those are moving briskly,” said Diana Nelson, owner of Kazoo and Company in Denver, Colo., about her top-selling dress-up items in March 2010.
— In a December 2013 survey two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that fire fighter costumes were one of their best-selling Halloween costumes. 2/27/2008 (Price: $39.99)

Jr. Astronaut Backpack by AEROMAX INC.

The backpack is a great accessory to the Jr. Astronaut costume. The backpack can hold a helmet, a space suit, space boots and more. 2/26/2008 (Price: $37.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jr. Pirate by AEROMAX INC.

The costume comes with a bandana and is available for children in a size 18M to 12/14. Adult sizes small through large are also available with an MSRP of $89.95. 2/26/2008 (Price: $49.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jr. Knight by AEROMAX INC.

The hooded costume is available for children in a size 18M to 12/14. Adult sizes small through large are also available with an MSRP of $89.95. 2/26/2008 (Price: $49.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tools to Eliminate Fear - Blow'r Whistle by THE SHRUNKS FAMILY TOY COMPANY

Part of a collection of tools designed to help eliminate kids' fear so they can get a peaceful night's sleep, the Blow'r Whistle makes sound to scare away frightening monsters. Also in the collection is Mist'r Calming Spray, which comes with Shrunks' Magical Lavendar, Big'r Magnifier, See'r Flashlight and Yell'r Blowhorn. Launch dates: spring 2008 (first two); fall 2008 (latter three). 2/25/2008 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

World of Warcraft® Miniatures Game by UPPER DECK ENTERTAINMENT

The highly detailed 3D miniatures include characters from all the classes, including Warchief Thrall and Leeroy Jenkins. Each pre-painted miniature is mounted on a uniquely engineered base, allowing it to serve both as a game piece and a collectible. The game features standalone raid and dungeon scenarios, letting players play cooperatively against other players or fully automated dungeons. Launch date: Fall 2008. 2/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

DRV RC – Rescue SUV & Plane by KID GALAXY INC.

Ready for land and air rescue missions, Kid Galaxy introduces the bright “safety” yellow DRV Rescue SUV and Plane, a great combination of a sturdy truck and plane, that charges in just 10 seconds.  Control the vehicle with the full function remote controller and launch the free flight plane with a simple push of the red button on the same remote controller. 2/14/2008 (Price: $45.00)

Power Rangers Jungle Fury by BANDAI AMERICA INC.

This improved version of the Mega Mission Helmet allows users to download more over 50 role-playing missions from the Internet. Launch date: February 2008. 2/12/2008

Struts Fashion Horses - Rio by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

The fashion-friendly Struts horse line includes Milan, Rio, Sierra and Sydney. Launch date: Fall 2008. 1/31/2008 (Price: $14.99)

The Little Cook Silicone Bakeware Kit by SASSAFRAS ENTERPRISES INC.

The silicone baking set includes ten baking utensils in a variety of colors and shapes: a Bundt mold, heart-shaped cupcake and muffin cups, a loaf pan, a gelatin mold, a mini-muffin pan, a pastry scraper and a basting brush. The silicone material allows food to cook evenly and young cooks can easily bend their treats out of the molds, which continue to retain their shape. The set is dishwasher, microwave and freezer safe. 1/29/2008 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Barbie® Fairytopia™ Magic of the Rainbow™ Fairyoke Wings™ Set by MATTEL INC.

The rainbow wings look just like Elina’s wings in the Fariytopia Magic of the Rainbow movie. The wings play four different songs and even light up when kids sing into the microphone. 1/18/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Barbie™ Shopping Time™ Cash Register by MATTEL INC.

Kids can play pretend shopping with this cash register play set. The set includes “scanner,” play money, pretend cards, a built in microphone and more. Batteries are included. 1/18/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Anamalz Rhino by HAPE

Amusing faces and poses make Anamalz simply irresistible. The Australian-designed animals can be moved to look left, right and run or stand on their legs and perform. Each animal is made of renewable wood and textiles and are entirely environmentally-friendly and child safe. Launch date: February 2008.
Awards: Dr. Toy 10 Best Creative Products for 2011; Dr. Toy 100 Best Children’s Products for 2011.
— “No two pieces of Anamalz are the same, as each are handcrafted from grained wood, resulting in individual toys of character and originality,” Robin Lehnert of HaPe International told TDmonthly. “In addition, every animal also bears a unique code on the bottom of one of their feet, allowing the proud new owner to register the toy online, name the animals and print out a personal certificate.”
THIS PRODUCT IS NO LONGER SOLD BY HAPE ( Watch Video) 1/3/2008 (Price: $5.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fortamajig Connectables by THE HAPPY KID COMPANY

The colorful building panels are made from durable nylon ripstop and offer a distinctive Velcro system allowing kids to quickly “lock” these fabric shapes together to form special forts and tents. Connectables come with six multi-colored 33” squares and two 58” long rectangles, all packaged in a backpack tote. Connect the panels to create small spaces or large roaming mazes. Launch date: February 2008.
— “Kids will adore the ease and freedom this product offers them in constructing unique spaces anywhere, indoors or outside,” Katherine H.P. Huck of The Happy Kid Co. LLC told TDmonthly.
— Linda Laramy, owner of Crackerjacks Toys and Childrens Books in Easton, Md., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2011 survey that she sells 2 of these each month. 12/28/2007 (Price: $65.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Retro Diner by THE STEP2 COMPANY

The diner, designed in a classic 1950s retro style, includes all the amenities of a real diner. A large, metallic divider window divides the diner into two sides: one side features an oven, grill, fryer and sink, while the other side features two benches, a tabletop, a jukebox and a condiment, napkin and menu holder. The set comes complete with play food. Launch date: Fall 2008. 12/19/2007

Puppet Theater by THE STEP2 COMPANY

The theater features a sturdy no-tip design that fits two children comfortably. A dry-erase marquee announces show titles and times, while a lighted stage, curtains and two hand puppets complete the rest of the show. Plenty of storage space is available behind the stage doors. Launch date: Fall 2008. 12/19/2007

Triceratops with Baby by PLAYMOBIL INC.

With this set, children can capture a video of the enormous Brachiosaurus with the adventure-seeking explorers. It includes a camera, two figures, a frog, a sword, a cave, trees and other accessories. The Brachiosaurus has movable parts. Launch date: January 2008.
— Four of 66 specialty retailers named Playmobil as a top seller in their stores in May 2008. “We sell a lot because there's so much of it, and for the money, it has great play value,” Mike DiAndrea, manager of Hardware Center, Inc., in Paoli, Pa., told TDmonthly. “They do try to keep up with the trends.” 12/18/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Brachiosaurus in Rocky Territory by PLAYMOBIL INC.

Capture a video of the enormous Brachiosaurus with the adventure-seeking explorers. The set includes a Brachiosaurus with movable parts, two figures, a frog, camera, sword, cave, trees and other accessories. Launch date: January 2008.
— “The kids are pretty excited about the Playmobil dinosaurs. That’s one, particularly, that took off for us,” Yamil Castillo, owner of The Red Balloon Toy Store in Salt Lake City, Utah, told TDmonthly in April 2008. “[I sell] maybe 36 per location, [and] I've got three locations.”
— Playmobil has a “great following in our store,” Bob Breneman, owner of G. Willikers in Portsmouth, N.H., told TDmonthly in April 2008, when asked to name his store’s best-selling playset. “Kids spend their own money on it when they’re older. … [We sell] somewhere between 50 and 75 units across the line” per month.
— Seven of 50 retailers who spoke with TDmonthly in April 2008 named Playmobil playsets as their best-selling playsets. 12/18/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

SuperSet Construction Site by PLAYMOBIL INC.

Transport and store items at the Construction Site. Comes with a dumper, pallet jack, cart, shovel, barrels, broom, scale, pipes, and floodlights. The storage cases are lockable. Three figures in construction attire and helmets are also included. Launch date: January 2008.
― “We sell [Playmobil] weekly,” BeeBee Horowitz, owner of The Toy Box in Vineyard Haven, Mass., told TDmonthly when asked about her best-selling playsets in spring 2010.
― During an April 2010 survey, four of 43 retailers named Playmobil as a best-selling playset line. 12/18/2007 (Price: $25.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Horse Farm by PLAYMOBIL INC.

Help the caretakers look after the Horse Farm. Stable has three horseboxes, section for refreshments and area for grooming. Includes three figures, three ponies, kitten, wheel barrel, hay, ladder, fences, and many other accessories. Dimensions: 21" x 11" x 10" (L x D x H). "The set...afford[s] children the opportunity to play over and over again!" Playmobil Inc. Advertising and Marketing Manager Michelle Winfrey told TDmonthly. "Playmobil toys encourage the imagination by allowing children to develop their own stories." Launch date:  March 2008.
— “Playmobil has always been a good line for us, for most of the time since we’ve been in business,” noted Melodie Ingwersen of 21-year-old Creative Kids Toy Shop in Columbia, S.C., in March 2008. “There have only been a couple of bobbles in its history. It was really hot this last Christmas when people were looking for non-Chinese toys.” 12/18/2007 (Price: $99.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fairy Garden by PLAYMOBIL INC.

The Fairy Garden is in full bloom for the Fairy Queen.  Includes three figures, wands, chest of gemstones, watering pot, bird and nest, trees, and a variety of flowers.  Recommended for ages four and up.  Available March 2008.  12/18/2007 (Price: $35.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Horse Washing Station by PLAYMOBIL INC.

Help the caretaker wash and groom the horse. Washing station comes with a hose that operates with hand pump. Also includes a figure, horse, two kittens, saddle, horse blanket, broom, and cart that can hold accessories. Recommended for ages four and up. Available March 2008.

Available at speciality stores nationwide. 12/18/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Truck with Garage by PLAYMOBIL INC.

Park the truck in the garage and load it with cargo. Drop the different shaped cargo through the correct holes in the shed’s roof. Includes a figure, truck, garage and three cargo units. This item is intended for children of the age of 18 months. Launch date: March 2008. 12/18/2007 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]