This Hop Ball is the very best quality in hopping balls! Made from the super strong, yet soft latex-free vinyl material for long lasting use and durability. Great exercise product for indoors and smooth safe outoor surfaces. Promotes children's body coordination, balance, and lymph circulation. Special patented handgrip safety handle. Maximum sustainable weight up to 600 lbs based on the size of the ball.

Ideal for learning balance and coordination, the Rody Horse allows children to hop around and can even be attached to a base that transforms it into a Rocking Rody Horse. The soft ride-on is often used in therapy for handicapped children, and is made of super-strong, latex-free vinyl. It inflates according to the size and weight of a child with a hand or foot pump. The maximum inflated height to “saddle” is 12".
— “Rodys have always sold well for us. Over and over, people tell us they were the hit of the party,” Elaine Hackney, owner of Boing! JP’s Toy Shop in Jamaica Plain, Mass., told TDmonthly in summer 2007.
— Nobody can resist a bounce or two on this high-quality rubber toy from Italy. Rody comes in assorted colors and has been a steady seller in specialty stores for more than a decade. The combination of high quality, great play value and universal appeal earned this toy a TDmonthly Classic Toy 2007 award.
— “We sell a ton of Rodys by TMI. This is one of the best sellers in the store,” Peg Scholtes, owner of Capitol Kids Ltd. in Madison, Wis., told TDmonthly in March 2008.

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This set of 15 inflatable skeleton parts fits together to form a 4’-tall skeleton that can be easily displayed. The backside of each part consists of an area where the name of the bone can be written. Snap fasteners, string, a hang tab and an activity guide are also included in the set.
―  “I like working with … Learning Resources … as I can order only what I can use for the time period,” Owner Patti Tepper-Rasmussen of Learning Tree Toys in Oklahoma City, Okla., told TDmonthly in spring 2007.

This huge inflatable water slide and play area measures over 16’ x 16’ x 12’. The play set includes water cannons that can shoot water up to 20 feet in the air, a bouncy obstacle course, a turtle trampoline, a play tunnel and more. The tall, strong and inflatable walls preserve the yard by keeping the water inside the pool, while the heavy-duty blower maintains continuous airflow.  "This is a mountain of fun for kids of all ages. It is durable and provides hours of entertainment," Reagan Holmes, Public Relations Coordinator at Little Tikes Inc., told TDmonthly. This product is a Spring 2007 Dr. Toy Best Product Award winner. Launch date: March 2007.

What an adventure. Kids enter through a tunnel into a bounce area, climb up and over a wall into another bounce area and exit out the other end. Who said exercise can’t be fun?

• Inflated size 15’ x9’ x9’.
• Powered by strong UL blower (included).
• Heavy-duty puncture proof materials with double to quadruple stitches.
• Large pillars all around for a strong bounce structure.
• Long fill tube (6.5’) so blower can be placed farther away from the bouncer.
• Easy set up and take down. Inflates in less than a minute.

A summer must for your backyard, this instant water park can be set up in minutes. Two kids can race down the slides with or without boogie boards (included). Comes with extended vinyl for 37’ total sliding path. No matter slides the fastest or farthest, this water slide is a sure winner.

• Inflated size 17’ (L) x7.5' (W) x9.5' (H)
• Powered by strong UL blower (included).
• Heavy-duty puncture proof materials with double to quadruple stitches.
• Long fill tube (6.5’) so blower can be placed farther away from the water slide.
• Easy set up and take down. Inflates in less than a minute.

This great value is packed with plenty of activities. The 6’ long slide has an extra vinyl surface for greater durability and sliding fun. There’s also a basketball hoop to shoot at and obstacle arms to get through.

• Inflated size 15’x9’x9’.
• Powered by strong UL blower (included).
• Heavy-duty puncture proof materials with double to quadruple stitches.
• Large pillars all around for a strong bounce structure.
• Long fill tube (6.5’) so blower can be placed farther away from the bouncer.
• Easy set up and take down. Inflates in less than a minute.

This is our biggest bounce house – the inside jumping area is 11’x11’. Kids will have plenty of bouncing space to enjoy. The detachable roof and changeable theme option makes this bounce house our top seller.

• Huge inflated size 16’ x13’ x9.5’ (including 3' step).
• Velcro attached front panel allows theme to be changed.
• Detachable sunroof cover.
• Safe step to help kids entering and exiting.
• Powered by strong UL blower (included).
• Heavy-duty puncture proof materials with double to quadruple stitches.
• Large pillars all around for a strong bounce structure.
• Long fill tube (6.5’) so blower can be placed farther away from the bouncer.
• Easy set up and take down. Inflates in less than a minute.

This 40" white, reusable, inflatable bag with a sand weighted base comes with five wet-erase markers so it can be used over and over. This product presents an opportunity for individuals who are reticent or unable to express themselves. They can write or draw anything that represents the anger they are feeling on the bop bag and then hit the bag to release the anger and aggression in healthy and safe ways. Bop Bag appeared on NBC television show "Outsourced".

The Ref Bop Bag, a 40" vinyl inflatable bag, is suitable for all types of physical and verbal abuse. It is constructed of durable vinyl with a sand-weighted base and is used by child psychologists, clinics and other mental health professionals as part of the patients' therapy. Bop Bag appeared on TV on: MTV, ESPN, My Name is Earl, Everybody Loves Raymond, Outsourced, 20/20, The Today Show and in print in ESPN The Magazine and Sports Illustrated.

Stimulate visual, tactile, auditory skills with this Sensory Hop and Roll Tunnel! Each transparent vinyl tube provides sensory effects as they tumble thought the brightly-colored chambers. The slightest movement of the sensory Hop and Roll causes a diverse range of sensory and motor stimulation. Pump included.

The Hop! 66 is made from the super strong, yet soft, latex-free vinyl material for long-lasting use and durability. It is a great exercise product for indoors and smooth, safe outdoor surfaces. It promotes children’s body coordination, balance and lymph circulation, and provides a fun workout. It has a special patented handgrip safety handle, and the maximum sustainable weight is up to 600 lbs. based on the size of the ball. The Hop! 66 is available in three sizes and inflates with a hand or foot pump.
— “We’ve had them since we opened, [and they have] great nostalgic value for adults,” Elaine Hackney, owner of Boing! JP’s Toy Shop in Jamaica Plain, Mass., told TDmonthly in summer 2007 about this best seller in her store. “Kids love to exercise on them.”

This Hop Ball is the very best quality in hopping balls! Made from the super strong, yet soft latex-free vinyl material for long lasting use and durability. Great exercise product for indoors and smooth safe outoor surfaces. Promotes children's body coordination, balance, and lymph circulation. Special patented handgrip safety handle. Maximum sustainable weight up to 600 lbs based on the size of the ball.

Gymnic Line’s Rody Horse is a favorite with children to learn balancing and coordination while they hop on it. (A base is available for transforming to a Rocking Rody Horse.) Rody is used in therapy for handicapped children, owing to its softness and ride-on qualities. Made of super-strong, latex-free vinyl, Rody inflates according to the size and weight of a child with a hand or foot pump. The maximum inflated height to “saddle” is 12". Rody is recommended for kids ages 3 and up, with adult supervision.
Awards: A TDmonthly Classics Award for being an all-time favorite toy.
— As of 7/21/2011 this product had 4.5 out of 5 stars from 145 reviews on Amazon.com.
— “We do more Rody Horse [than any other physical fitness toy]. They look like a horse. They’re more unique and kids love them,” said Jenny Goodlund, manager of JT Puffin’s in Madison, Wis.
— Jennifer Blacklock, sales and marketing representative for Toymarketing International, told TDmonthly, “Even though the Rody is for 2- to 4-year-olds, my 7-year-old rides it and loves it. He plays games with it with his little brother. It’s just a really good toy that teaches balance and coordination. It’s fun exercise — what we need more of in this society today.”

Hedstrom´s new Inflatable Slumber Bag combines a bed and slumber bag in one to provide a comfortable night´s sleep wherever it´s used. Featuring a built-in air mattress and pillow headrest, the Inflatable Slumber Bag includes a pump that blows up the bag in just minutes, and a convenient carrying tote. The slumber bags feature a variety of licensed characters for kids.

This inflatable Skee-Ball game offers a large-scale version of the classic arcade experience, measuring 132.68" L x 55.91" W x 46.46" H when fully inflated. The set includes four rubber balls and an electric air pump for quick setup and takedown. Designed for both indoor and outdoor use, the durable construction maintains inflation well for backyard play, parties, or events. Based on the traditional game with over a century of history, this version allows for solo or team play with scoring based on landing balls in different holes. Suitable for players of all ages, it provides active entertainment for family gatherings, playdates, or casual competitions. When not in use, the game deflates easily for compact storage.

Enchant your pool with the magical Unicorn Motorized Pool Float from PoolCandy! This amazing float is the world’s first motor-driven unicorn! This legendary creature features push-button thrust, and a 3-blade propeller powered by a 66-watt motor. Drive-in any direction, in search of shade or adventure – this giant inflatable float can carry up to a 250-pound passenger! Product Information: • Heavy-duty PVC • Requires 6 D-Cell Batteries (not included) • Works with alkaline or rechargeable batteries • Repair kit included

Bring something exotic to the pool with the PoolCandy® Safari Collection Sun Chair! This inflatable pool chair uses RealPrint technology to make your float look like it’s covered in real leopard fur! The Safari Sun Chair looks amazing and is one of the best ways to relax and cool off this summer! PoolCandy Sun Chairs include handles to make it easy to get in the pool. But careful… with a cool drink in the built-in drink holder at your side, you may never want to get out! Product Information • Full backrest • Built-in drink holder • Durable PVC holds up to 250 pounds

Shoot, Splash and Score with the LED Inflatable Basketball Game from PoolCandy! Pool Basketball is one of the most fun and exciting games you can play in the water, and now you can keep the game going when the sun goes down. Poolcandy LED Inflatable Basketball features multicolor LEDs that light up the goal, and a light-up basketball that’s easy to see in the dark. Don’t let the sun set on your next pool party! Product Information: • Play in or out of the water • Includes LED Hoop and Basketball • Requires 3 AA batteries, not included

Let your imagination take flight with the Flamingo Motorized Pool Float from PoolCandy! This amazing float is the world’s first motor-driven flamingo! This bright and beautiful bird will add color and class to your next pool party, and features push-button thrust, with a 3-blade propeller powered by a 66-watt motor. Drive in any direction, in search of shade or adventure – this giant inflatable float can carry up to a 250-pound passenger! Product Information: • Heavy-duty PVC • Requires 6 D-Cell Batteries (not included) • Works with alkaline or rechargeable batteries • Repair kit included

Relax on a cloud of soft fur! The Mongolian Faux Fur Inflatable Chair is a fun, versatile inflatable chair that adds style and comfort to your home. Whether you're working, playing, studying, or just relaxing, this Inflatable Chair is a lightweight, easy-to-inflate, luxurious addition to any room! You can control the firmness by adjusting the air pressure to the perfect level. You'll feel like you're floating on air - because you are! Product Information • Measures approximately 40 x 43 x 30" • Includes clear chair and faux fur cover • Durable PVC holds up to 250 pounds

Rule the pool with the mighty T-Rex Motorized Pool Float from PoolCandy! This fearsome float is the world’s first motor-driven dinosaur! This beast features push-button thrust, and a 3-blade propeller powered by a 66-watt motor. Drive in any direction, in search of shade or a tasty snack – this giant inflatable float can carry up to a 250-pound passenger anywhere they want to roam! Product Information: • Heavy-duty PVC • Requires 6 D-Cell Batteries (not included) • Works with alkaline or rechargeable batteries • Repair kit included

Get ready to ride! Cruise the pool or lake on the Jet Runner Motorized Watercraft from PoolCandy! Built like a real jet ski, this motorized ride-on inflatable vehicle features a battery-powered motor that will drive in every direction! Just hop on and squeeze the throttle, and the motor will propel you wherever you want to go. This inflatable watercraft features push-button thrust, and a 3-blade propeller powered by a 66-watt motor capable of carrying a 100-pound passenger! Let your child’s imagination run wild as they explore the pool and make memories that will last a lifetime! •    Hi-Power Fun: Jet Runner 2.0  boasts a new upgraded motor that provides enhanced performance on the water in every direction. •    New propeller design, experience smooth rides at multiple speeds that you control. •    Ultimate Adventure: Make a splash with unmatched power and speed designed for kids ages 8 and up. •    Kid-safe motor design for ages 8 to 12 is perfect to use in a pool or lake.

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