March 2011 Notable Toys — Infant & Toddler

This soft plush monkey with super sweet face is perfect for hugging. "Features velcro hands," Valerie Henderson, administrative assistant at Lambs & Ivy, told TDmonthly.

These unique Bath to Go gifts are perfect for baby’s bath. Each design includes a hooded towel with appliqué, three squirt toys, two wash cloths and a re-useable bath bucket. The terry cloth is 100% Cotton and the squirt toys are baby safe.

Meet brother and sister Momo and Mimi. These cute plush monkeys come together with Momo holding little Mimi. "The monkeys feature brightly colored striped socks," Valerie Henderson, administrative assitant at Lambs & Ivy, told TDmonthly.

Meet Sock the Zebra. With his super soft plush and sweet face, anyone is sure to love cuddling with Socks. Launch date: 2011.

Meet Bubbles and Squirt, two adorable and fun fish from under the sea. These sweet fish come together as a set with their brightly colored embroidery and super soft plush fabric. Launch date: 2011.

All-in-one pillow+mat+blanket. An easy solution for daycare, Preschool, travel, Grandma’s house or just any time a little one needs to relax. This easy to carry mat that is colorful and versatile. Easy to roll up, has Velcro closures and a carry handle. There is also a name tag included. Comes in three different styles.

Plush floppy eared bunny has snuggly soft pink velour blanket, lined and edged in silky satin. Embroidered message reads, "Best Friends Indeed." Washes beautifully, machine wash and tumble dry. Size: 16"

The Mei Tai Baby Carrier is a modernized version of the traditional Chinese cloth baby carrier. It may be used to carry babies and toddlers in an upright position facing in or out, on the hip, or on the back. "Our Mei Tai is adjustable to enable users to adjust the width narrower for young babies or to face out," Beth Leistensnider, president of Catbird Baby, told TDmonthly.

Are you ready for big-kid fun? Join BJ, Claire and Jade as Barney teaches them that even if you're not big enough to do all the things your friends are doing, there are new friends to meet and new games to play right now. Discover that big-sized fun is waiting every morning, and every day is loaded with Tee-riffic adventures. Includes two bonus features. Total running time 58 minutes.

Sweet Dreams is a new, eight episode collection from Lionsgate and HIT Entertainment.  Join Thomas & Friends, Fireman Sam, Barney, Bob the Builder, Kipper, Angelina Ballerina and newest HIT family members Roary the Racing Car and Timmy Time as they tuck in for some sleepytime good viewing. Join Thomas as he lights up the tracks for an evening concert and see how Angelina discovers the importance of a good night's sleep during her sleepless sleepover. Then, watch as Barney shows you the magic of nighttime and Bob the Builder lights up a football field for a nighttime game. Total run time is 87 minutes. Release date: May 24, 2011.

These shoes, available in sizes 12-18 months and 18-24 months, are treated with a special clear coating to help protect them against scuffs, dirt and frays.  Also designed with a slip resistant sole. Though practical, the shoes are also fashionable. The Mi Mica line comes in eight popular styles for children 12-24 months.

The PlayTivity Blankee measures 18” by 20” and is full of patterned designs and loads of texture. The animal shape is in the center of the blanket and is surrounded by four triangles. Both the animal’s arms crinkle, and on the left arm are two plastic rings for added play. The left foot rattles while the right foot squeaks. Just beneath a soft plush peek-a-boo flap that covers the animal’s belly is a mylar mirror. A plethora of satin tags can be found throughout.

This plush toy is crazy plump and full of squish for hours of cuddle time happiness. Designs include Pastel Dot Horse, Pastel Dot Hippo, Yellow Giraffe, Blue Dog and Pink Dog. Matches other Fuzzles baby products from Douglas.

The Rattles have a sturdy clear plastic teething ring filled with natural wooden balls that rattle when shaken attached to a soft toy animal head. Pastel Dot Horse, Pastel Dot Hippo and Yellow Giraffe are all three new to this line.

The new Fuzzle design uses the soft baby palette with a twist of color combinations full of polka dot fun. The new Baby Giraffe Lil’ Snuggler is equally delicious in buttery soft yellow with beautifully striped yellow edges. Each blanket incorporates a 13” by 13” square of uber soft fabric and a plush animal head. Each one is fully lined and thickly edged with ultra-soft satin that begs to be rubbed. Each Lil’ Snuggler™ is completely machine washable for good health and safety.

Babipouce Bilberry has a cuddly plush body with vinyl hands and a sweet face with the perfect pout. Dressed in a soft lavender and pink printed ensemble, it is the ideal first doll for newborns. 
 

A small cottage with rooms and doors for 5 fun animal characters and 5 shapes, which can be inserted into the corresponding slots. Children can either find the correct key to open the door, or lift the roof off and remove all of the contents in an instant. The Animal Cottage Shape Sorter helps children develop their hand & eye coordination and logical association skills.
Awards— Dr. Toy’s Best Classic Toys for 2011

What is the favorite food of the cat, dog, and sheep? Little explorers will soon find this out as only the right food will fit through the corresponding holes of the sorting box. The big wooden pieces stimulate the curiosity of little ones, fosters their senses and train motor skills. Material: Naturally colored birch wood, 6 colored pieces of beech wood and 2 birch plywood templates printed on both sides. Launch date: 2011.

This cone eliminates the central ring from the stacking toy. Sprig toys are molded using Sprigwood, a durable, child safe, bio-composite material made from recycled wood and reclaimed plastic.

The Baby iCanPlay is an iPhone protector. Babies and toddler's can explore apps and games on their parent's iPhone without damaging it. The protector features large handles for gripping and chewing, a rubberized screen protector, mirrors on the back for added entertainment, and a special cover over the "home" button so baby can't exit out of the app. Launch date: July 2011.

TagTurtle is approximately 8 inches long and 5.5 inches wide. His shell is rimmed with a double layer of soft looped tags – they’re uniquely integrated into the design of the toys. Children will love to manipulate the tags.

Features colorful moving parts that teach children about cause and effect. Made from sustainable wood with non-toxic water based finishes. Launch date: January 2011.

Features colorful moving parts that teach children about cause and effect. Made from sustainable wood with non-toxic water based finishes. Launch date: January 2011.

Features colorful moving parts that teach children about cause and effect. Made from sustainable wood with non-toxic water based finishes. Launch date: January 2011.