May 2010 New Specialty Toys — Inflatable Toys

The Gymnic Line’s Hop Ball is made in Italy from super strong, soft latex-free vinyl, for long-lasting use and durability. It can be used indoors or on smooth safe outdoor surfaces. The Hop Ball is designed to promote children’s body coordination, balance and lymph circulation while simultaneously providing a fun workout. It is free of phthalates.

This inflatable 16"-diameter "reality globe" is made with thousands of digital images of the world from space. Visually authentic, the EarthBall also features accurate glow-in-the-dark cities and atmospheric conditions as seen from space. The ball is easy to inflate and suspend from the North Pole in a classroom, office or a bedroom. "This inflatable globe is photo-realistic, offering a beautiful, fun and important global perspective," Sole Proprietor Didier Gincig told TDmonthly.

Kids can decorate this inner tube at parties or just a day at the pool. The tube measures 38" in diameter and is made of heavy-guage vinyl. It includes four permanent, water-proof markers. "This inner tube is a blank canvas — the design possibilities are endless! Makes a great gift!" Lisa Grass, Graphic Designer, Sassafras Enterprises Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 10, 2010.