January 2009 Notable Toys — All

Celebrate the newlyweds’ marriage at the Wedding Pavilion. Includes two figures, bride with veil and bouquet, table and chairs, champagne glasses, pink Wedding Pavilion, and many other accessories. Also comes with a pink jewel case to hold rings. Dimensions 11.4 x 22 x 15.7 inches (L x W x H). Recommended for ages four and up. Choking Hazard. Small parts. Not for ages under 3 years.

All Star Karaoke CD+Gs are now featuring the Jonas Brothers. When placed in any karaoke player the lyrics appear on the screen.

This statuette features Iron Man in his Mark II Armor with light up repulsor hand and marquee base.  This collectible will be limited to 500 pieces. Final version subject to revision. Launch date: 2009.

This doll trunk has a Poplin exterior featuring our signature textured paper, "Leather" trim, Brass protective feet, Wood base, Satin ribbon to hold doll and secured with metal loops.

Dolls will not pull paper from frame. Ribbons can be optionally changed. Double clothes rod maximizes storage capability on both sides of trunk, while still being able to hold one's doll. May be used as an armoire. No sharp corners with velcro on back of drawers to prevent falling out while in transit.

The award-winning Woodstock Music Collection offers a wonderful assortment of nearly 100 different musical gifts from around the world that make playing music as accessible as a box of crayons. These little maracas come in assorted colors and are just 4.75" long.
— These maracas were shaking right out the door at Kazoo & Company in Denver at the beginning of 2009, according to Owner Diana Nelson.

"Keep me as the apple of your eye," says Psalm 17:8 in glitter ink on this irresistable Tee with a fruit and floating hearts.

The Faith Gear Celtic Cross is made up of metal and beads that will help you express your faith with style.

"Jesus' blood type is the right 'type' for everyone - "Let Him transform your life today with the power of His blood! This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for you for the forgiveness of sins." - Matthew 26:28"

At home or on the beach the Faith Gear Macrame Coin bracelet gives you an opportunity to share your faith.

This soft, satin-edged, 13" x 13" blanket features a Beagle head as well as a plush tail and soft paws. It is perfect for toting around and is also available in Golden Retriever, Dalmatian, Yellow Lab and German Pointer varieties. Launch date: March 2008.

This natural version of the Classic Skwish toy is made from rubberwood and has a water-based, nontoxic finish. It measures 5.5" high. Launch date: January 2009.

Suitable for ages 3 months and up, this activity toy features bright colors and pictures of expressive baby faces by renowned photographer Penny Gentieu. It features various textures along with a bell, a rattle and teething accents.

With all the fashion and flair of the regular Groovy Girls dolls, the Special Edition mermaids come with removable tails. Maddie and Macy are also available. Launch date: January 2009.

Students stumped by noble gases, alloys, isotopes and polymers? Chemistry Quizmo will help them gain practice in solving for either the Chemical name or Symbol for elements found in the Periodic Table while also learning trivia. From Hydrogen (H) to Radium (Ra), kids in grades 5 and up can discover fun facts, unusual uses and the stories behind an element’s name. There are two levels of play, and the game is for two to 36 players.

KidsRuler was created by a veteran elementary school teacher, who noticed that students consistently struggled with using the standard ruler to learn the beginning concepts of measurement. KidsRuler was created to help students visualize the increments of measurement, and give them a fun way to practice their skills. The KidsRuler helps students master the NCTM standards of measurement. They also connect together to allow kids to measure real-life objects, such as a desk or chair.
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The stylish A-9S features a speedster body and driving lights set lower than on the standard A9. The beech wood construction is complemented by shiny black wheels and white molded components that are interchangeable with other Automoblox designs.

Made of 100% cotton and pre-moistened with purified water and mild anti-microbial, Clean-Kids towels are like having a wash basin in your pocket.  Only 7” x 7”, Clean-Kids towels are even easier to stash and go.  Lightly scented with lemon-lime, these towels are as pleasing to kids as they are to parents.  Simply toss a few in a baby bag, purse, minivan or backpack. Launch date: 2008.

This magical bunny pops out of a magician's hat. Fully poked out, this rabbit's just 5" high. Launch date: 1999.

This velvety little winged piggy defies the laws of gravity. With a magnet in its nose, two of them can kiss or hang on to a refrigerator. They're just 3.5" long.

This nocturnal wide-eyed Flying-squirrel puppet is designed in ultra-soft plush in his flying position, allowing the puppeteer's hand to glide this adorable creature along. This puppet has movable front paws and tail. It won a 2007 IParenting Media Greatest Product Award.

The sweet-and-gentle Fawn puppet is adorable from its soft vinyl nose down to its soft vinyl hooves. Big black eyes and silky spotted fabric "fur" details complete the realism of this hand puppet.

Heirloom-quality details and a rich mix of sumptuous plush make this 20" Folkmanis Rabbit Stage Puppet a stand-out in the puppet world. He has a movable mouth and arms.

In Blackout, players drop dice into the package top, then rumble, tumble down a chute.  If any number on the dice matches numbers on a player’s cards, it’s a blackout! Players try to be the first to black out the final number on five different cards.  The fun is in the roll, but strategy is key in this rolling bingo game for the entire family. Launch date: 2009.

A new generation of girls can now play Dream Phone, the electronic game which is being re-introduced by Fundex Games.  Dream Phone includes a modern cell phone component with exciting new features including text messaging. To play Dream Phone, players use deductive reasoning, based on clues they receive by calling different boys, to determine which of the 24 dreamy boys is their secret admirer.  Dream Phone is ideal for girls, ages 8 to 14. Relaunch: 2009.