October 2008 Notable Toys — All

Dark Horse presents new editions of the entire Hellboy line with new covers, beginning with Seed of Destruction, the basis of director Guillermo del Toro's blockbuster films. Hellboy is one of the most celebrated comics series in recent years. The ultimate artists' artist and a great storyteller whose work is in turns haunting, hilarious, and spellbinding. Mike Mignola has won numerous awards in the comics industry and beyond. When strangeness threatens to engulf the world, a strange man will come to save it. Sent to investigate a mystery with supernatural overtones, Hellboy discovers the secrets of his own origins, and his link to the Nazi occultists who promised Hitler a final solution in the form of a demonic avatar.

Did you know that there are over 350 kinds of sharks? They might have a scary reputation, but you can find the truth about these fearsome fish by opening these jaws and reading the board book inside!

What do you get when you combine everyone’s favorite bear with a board book that also houses 12 touch-and-feel ABC flashcards in a resealable box? You get an exciting, unique format that will teach the letters of the alphabet and simple words in a way no one has done before!

Mad Art is the newest extension of Mad Libs. But instead of "fill in the blanks," it's "fill in the picture!" Each spread features simple rebus text and then a picture where kids can draw in silly features. Give a fireman a wacky hat or draw a portrait of yourself with hilarious hair!

Read, flip, and find with Skippyjon Jones! Skippyjon Jones fans will go loco over this brandnew matching game format! Skippyjon Jones has found a treasure map, and you can help find the treasure by flipping over the correct bilingual tiles in the pop-up matching game included with the book.

This bracelet is made of sterling silver chained together by heart-shaped links. A charm can be added to the bracelet for an additional $2.00.

Ruby and Pink Opel Swarovski Crystal, Pink Freshwater Pearls, Bali Spacers, and Sterling Silver. A charm can be added to the bracelet for an additional $2.00.

This birthstone bracelet is made with Swarovski Crystals, plated sterling silver, and Bali Spacers. A charm can be added to the bracelet for an additional $2.00.

These authentic wooden toboggan are made with maple Wood from Northern United States and Canada. Available from 4 to 8 feet in a multitude of colors, made to last more than 50 years.

In the first of a new series about the ongoing idylls of a little doll and her friends, whimsy is wrapped in a fresh, modern look. It's a wonderful windy day and perfect for Windy's favorite activity — flying her big, blue kite. When the wind blows her kite away, she sets off to find it through artfully photographed cut-and-folded paper landscapes. Each book in the series will highlight an activity from the story with complete and simple instructions on the inside jacket cover (in Windy's case, how to make and fly a kite). The pictures and stories are perfect for small children, with playful maps to trace each adventure and great ideas for things to do and make.

Sunny wakes up on a bright, summer morning to the familiar sounds of his wonderful world. Inspired by what they hear, he and his friends decide to invent their own playful brand of music. Before long, the happy children get down to a hootennanny time. The puppet figures designed and photographed by Mitchell and Steedman have a fresh, modern style. Clear, primary colors and charming line drawings add to the simple delight they give to children.

In this third book in Robin Mitchell and Judith Steedman’s popular Windy series, Snowy and Chinook are planning a birthday party for their friend Tulip on a cold winter morning. The puppet figures who tell the story, designed by the authors and photographed by Mia Cunningham, have a fresh and modern style. Clear, primary colors, charming line drawings, and simple text make this a fun book for the very young.

Each night Henry asks his dad to tell him about when he was small, and his father relates how very small he really was: …we used to give you baths in the teapot… and …we took the toy castle out of the aquarium and you were king of it. The minimal text is accompanied by delicate illustrations. A lovely title to share one on one, and sure to start many family rituals.

Surrounded by hat-tippers who are always tipping their hats and shunning those who don't return the favor, poor Mr. Tadaa has a head too big for his hat. Even worse, the Little Person's hat is so big it wears him. One blustery day, Mr. Tadaa's hat and the Little Person are blown away by the wind... and right into each other! A surprise twist at the end shows that even in a world of hat-tippers, nonconformists can find happiness and friendship.

Bugs climb on top of each other from one to ten until the last bug — a tiny flea — topples the pile. Then off they go home, one by one, except for the first little bug, who waits patiently until the next time the reader opens the book. This happy, silly book is perfect for children who are new to numbers and simple sums. Bold graphics and bright colors excite the eye and make the book's lessons fun.

Sleep in the tree tops inside your very own “Tree House” bed tent. Between the leaves and branches, you will find warm colors and secret windows, making your new bed time “Tree House” a night in the outdoors. It’s like bringing the trees into your bedroom and sleeping under the stars, just in the comfort of your own bed.

When you can’t decide what color you like best, this multi colored Red, Blue, Yellow tunnel is the answer. Sturdy spring steel construction makes for long lasting fun. The Pacific Play Tents Find-Me Multi Color Tunnel excellent fun for developing cooperative play. Great for muscle development. Stimulate the imagination for creative playtime.

The PhD flying disk is made with Fair Trade labor and is 100% cotton. An alternative to plastic and vinyl flying disks, it can be thrown indoors or out. "PhD" stands for "perfectly harmless device" because it "prevents home destruction." In other words, it won't knock over vases or lamps. It can even be stuffed in your pocket for easy portability.

Angels from the Attic are 10" plush friends designed to promote creativity and encourage children of all ages to build friendships. Each Angel is made from soft fabric and sewn so that no two are exactly alike. The line consists of six characters who all live in a magical Attic: Sunray Bear, Misty Pig, Crystal Cat, Eclipse Doggy, Looner Bunny and Twinkle Mouse.

This elegant gown is a perfect match to the company’s Deluxe Snow White dress-up. It has red, crushed-velvet sleeves with gold trim, a navy blue, velvet bodice dotted with red ribbon roses, and a gold-trimmed waist. The skirt is a cheery yellow China silk, and a delicate white ruffled collar graces the neckline. Launch date: 2007.

This two-floor, open-plan doll house with a base and slanting roof features window openings at the back. It is styled from composite wood (MDF) and comes with sanded corners that give it a traditional look. Dimensions are 69 cm H x 30 cm D x 60 cm W. Launch date: 2006.
Display Ideas: Display with a few items of doll furniture that will show off the versatility of the layout.

This versatile shelf set has a back, roof and two side walls with a slanting roof. It is styled from composite wood (MDF) painted in range non-toxic pastel colors, and comes with a sanded-corner finish. The set of shelves can hold books and toys and also serve as a large doll house. Dimensions are 171 cm H x 70 cm W x 32 cm D. Launch date: 2008.
Display Ideas: Preferably holding books/toys/doll house furniture to enhance the unique features of the item.

This 16” interactive baby doll responds in eight different ways. She laughs, she cries, and her eyes really blink like a real baby. Belinda Iris is soft-stuffed with vinyl hands and feet. Dressed in removable romper, she comes complete with baby accessories, including  a plate, spoon, fork and baby bottle. She is made of phthalate-free vinyl and includes the Goldberger Lifetime Guarantee! Three AA batteries are required. Launch date: August 1, 2008.

This 11” baby will sing her ABCs and count from 1 to 10 when you press her tummy. Sing & Learn babies help dads teach their littlest ones letters and numbers. The dolls also help promote eye-hand coordination, teach cause and effect, develop motor skills, and stimulate and develop the senses of hearing, touch and sight. The doll is dressed in adorable animal outfits — bunny, duck, frog or cow.