January 2013 Notable Toys — All

Take a journey into a magical Fairy Forest. This whimsical box has three separate drawers to store all your treasured trinkets. Follow a numbered legend and add glittering jewels and tiles to complete a whimsical woodland scene. Featuring magical fairies and a wise old owl, this beautiful piece of room décor can be displayed for years to come.
— In an October 2014 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Sticky Mosaics jewelry boxes were their best-selling jewelry item.
— In a January 2015 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Sticky Mosaics was their best-selling arts & crafts line.

Measuring 7", our new Bumble Bee Stick Toy is a great teether for little ones. Small enough for little hands and colorful enough to keep their attention. Made with the finest 100% GOTS certified organic Egyptian cotton. Launch date: March 2013.

Families can build their own clubhouses with these illustrated step-by-step instructions, even with no prior building experience. With advice from this charming author, anyone can learn how to make their clubhouse just the way they want it by customizing for their needs. Launch date: March 2013.

For kids who want to imagine life on the farm, this second Pop-Out & Paint book lets them recreate farm scenes stocked with all the barnyard animal favorites: cows, sheep, pigs, goats, ducks, chickens, even a barn cat and a border collie. Kids 8-12 will enjoy hours of fun painting both familiar and heritage breeds. Launch date: August 2013.

With Sewing School 2, kids 7 and up will use techniques and projects to build their skills with sewing machines. With step-by-step text and photographs designed for kids to understand and 20 projects that appeal to both boys and girls, little adult help is needed as kids learn such things as how to thread a machine, how to change a needle, why and when to use a particular stitch, how to use the pressure foot as a guide, and how to use a pattern. Launch date: June 2013.

Building on the popularity of CandyRific’s past Halloween Screamers, 2013 brings a new design, featuring a skeleton and mummy. When you shake them, their eyes light up and they scream four different shrieks. They also include .53 ounces of microbites candy. Launch date: August 2013.

Choose from a mummy or pumpkin to guide you on Halloween night. Each keychain flashlight includes a clip and .53 ounces of microbites candy. Launch date: August 2013.

Disney characters, including Mickey Mouse, will help you see in the dark on Halloween, plus each flashlight includes .53 ounces of microbites candy. Launch date: August 2013.

MoonBeam Mini Projectors are the first solar-powered nightlights for kids that project fun, softly-lit designs in their rooms throughout the night. They simply attach to any window, giving parents peace-of-mind by removing temptations for little ones to be drawn to traditional plug-in nightlights. Parents will also love that MoonBeam Projectors automatically turn on at dusk and off at dawn. MoonBeam Mini Projectors come in four stylish colors: green, blue, pink, and purple. All MoonBeam Mini Projectors are sold with the Starry Night theme with additional interchangeable projector lenses available for purchase in the following 3 Packs: Christmas, Flower Garden, & Dinosaurs OR Halloween, Sports, & Starry Night. MoonBeam Mini Projectors keep children safe by removing the dangers of traditional nightlights, such as potential fire hazards, while teaching children the importance of using alternative energy. Launch date: January 2012.
Awards: 2012 WTS Toy Review Four Star Certified, 2012 Moms Choice Award Product of the Year, 2012 National Parenting Publication Award, 2012 Creative Child Magazine Product of the Year Award

Most travel strollers make you want to return to your full size ride but that’s not the case with the Inglesina Trip Stroller. The Trip includes many extras that usually only full size strollers have, such as the padded bumper bar, rear suspension, cup holder, rain cover, peek-a-boo window on hood, ergonomic soft-touch handles, and storage basket. Launch date: January 2013.

Let Mike and Sulley light the way trick-or-treating with a Monsters University flashlight on a keychain. Each comes complete with .53 ounces of microbites candy. Launch date: May 2013.

PowerUp - Electric Power Module will convert origami homemade paper airplanes from a glider into a soaring free flight airplane. Make a paper airplane from any 8.5x11 or A4 copier paper and clip on to it the PowerUp electric module. Quick charge and toss the airplane into the air. 3x1.5V AA alkaline Batteries and paper for the airplane are not included. This product is great for science classes and after school activities. It is lots of fun and challenging for both kids geeks adults and seniors. It could be used in science fairs and aerospace competitions. Launch date: July 2011.
Awards: 2012 ATA Best Toy Hobby of the Year Award

Splash Time Safety by Versatraction...is a proven anti slip tub and shower peel and stick mat material. STS will protect your entire family from slipping or falling while getting in and out of the tub or shower. STS puts the fun back into taking a bath. Kids love the playful, colorful images and Mom will love the security of knowing her kids are protected by a non abrasive anti bacterial, anti fungal, and no mold decorative bath mat.  Versatraction is a leader in bath time safety as well as providing grip to the surfboards of competitive riders around the world. Launch date: January 2013.

This highly usable collection of 30 songs invites children to sing, move and learn. With seven songs for each Season - Summer, Winter, Spring and Fall - plus hello and goodbye songs, children will be up and moving from the get-go. Launch date: December 2012.

Balloon Blast® is a new toy that makes you enjoy flying your balloon high in the sky. It is fun and open to many different activities both indoor and outdoors! Makes any balloon an instant kite. Now it also includes a MICRO - KITE !! AVAILABLE IN RED AND GREEN !

Any little host will be proud to present these three layers of "delicious" yumminess. This fabulous cake can be topped with a bride and groom for a formal pretend wedding or with a flower bouquet to celebrate any special event. Serving and assembling this confection is easy with all the wooden layers, a selection of toppings, a server and decorative cake plate included in the "bakery" box.
— As of 1/17/2013 this product had 4.8 out of 5 stars from 36 reviews on Amazon.com.

Help each magnetic animal find its place and environment. This magnetic book with removable pieces is "bound" to amuse and educate with pet, farm, wild and undersea animal shaped magnetic pieces.
— As of 1/17/2013 this product had 4.8 out of 5 stars from 21 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Good for travel; Easy enough for young children but challenging enough to hold their interest. Cons: Pictures begin to fade after a while.
— In a November 2013 survey, Joe Berardoni, owner of Pun's Toys in Bryn Mawr, Pa., told TDmonthly that puzzles, especially from Melissa & Doug, are a best-selling education toy.

Any project is possible with the whimsical, Green Toys Pink Tool Set. Constructed from 100% recycled plastic milk containers that save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, this trendy tool kit makes any fix-it job an opportunity to go green (and pink and purple) too. The groovy 15 piece set includes a tool box, phillips screwdriver, flat screwdriver, hammer, saw, wrench, pliers, 2 two-hole connectors, 2 nails, 2 bolts, and 2 nuts. No BPA, phthalates, PVC, or external coatings.
— As of 1/17/2013 this product had 4.8 out of 5 stars from 37 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Eco-friendly; durable; helps encourage interest in building.

Eight multi-colored, precision tuned metal bars give any toddler room to make bright and colorful sounds. Includes child safe mallet and attractive vinyl carry case.
— As of 1/17/2013 this product had 4.8 out of 5 stars from 129 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: durable; clear sound; notes are on the correct scale. Cons: Some reviewers mentioned the paint scratched on the keys after a month of use.

Three dump trucks deliver important concepts related to volume, size and distance. Dumpsters are sturdy, stackable, and friction driven. Colors may vary. 7 1/2" x 3 3/4" x 8" (19 cm x 10 cm x 20 cm).

Teach sequencing and ordinal numbers. Pictures on front, words and numbers on back. Format adapts to abilities and features self-checking pieces for independent learning. Two-sided, 3-piece puzzles. 15 puzzles/45 pieces.

8 Lauri sea creatures for swimmingly good fun. Includes the much loved manatee and seahorse (7" long), and 8 laces with easy to use 1" tips. Can also be used as stencils.
— As of 1/17/2013 this product had 4.4 out of 5 stars from 7 reviews on Amazon.com.

Train with Stephanie for the big soccer game. Dribble the soccer ball through the cone obstacle then practice guarding the goal with the goal-shooting function. Practice hard then take a quick break on the bench and refuel with the water from the cooler and a banana. After some tough training, play fetch with Scarlett. Includes Stephanie mini-doll figure and her dog, Scarlett.

Perfect for role-play, school projects, and more. Wiz Dice are top-of-the-line dice in a variety of colors and styles. With clear, easy to read numbers, these dice will transform game play into something magical.