May 2010 Notable Toys — All

The newest way to play catch! This innovative system comes with two flexible sport nets with cushioned hand grips that allow participants to toss balls up to 100 feet. Three Games in One.

Comes with:
. 2- Trick sport nets
. 1- Rubber Ball
. 1- Fun Gripper ™ Bean Ball
. 1- Water Ball
For Ages:
7 years and up

Based on the best-selling book, these tricks inspire and teach an assortment of simple magic. The Magic Kit set contains a magic wand, a vision box, a ball and vase, cups and a ball and easy-to-follow directions.

Kids can store all their art projects in one place. This portfolio has nine expandable pockets and holds papers up to 12" x 18".

The Colorfelts play board, with its rich and vibrant colors, brings the world of Dora the Explorer to life.

This giant 6-foot retail display holds up to 150 Big Squirt!® water toys. Package includes the cone display, 150 toys, a 7 ft banner, and free shipping.

Big Squirt! can be filled from any outdoor faucet or garden hose. Fill it, squirt it, and let the fun begin! Made in the USA.

This tabletop retail display holds 12 Big Squirt!® toys and ships with 24 toys.

Big Squirt! can be filled from any outdoor faucet or garden hose. Fill it, squirt it, and let the fun begin! Made in the USA.

This wooden shoe is designed to teach kids how to lace and tie their shoes. The loops are cloth and it comes with a lace.

These binoculars are adjustable, rugged, and waterproof. The 5x30 power crystal clear optics bring nature up close in crisp detail.
— Chris Lowe, owner of Beanhead Toys in Sandy Springs, Ga., told TDmonthly in a late Summer 2012 survey that these binoculars are one of their best selling Science & Nature toys.

These robotic creatures behave like real bugs. Kids can go online to register and track their Nano collections. Additional bugs, track, habitats, carrying cases and more are available separately.
— Five of 40 retailers told TDmonthly in June 2010 that the Hexbug is a top-selling product. In July 2010, 11 percent of 38 retailers named Hexbugs an overall top seller.
— In a June 2010 survey, two of 40 retailers told TDmonthly Hexbugs are a top-selling gift for boys ages 4 to 12.

A fast-playing, portable game of Scattergories.  Whoever has the most cards at the end of the game wins. Included are a deck of letter cards, a deck of category cards, 2 "I Know" cards, and a card tray.

This child-friendly battery-powered teether is designed for comfort.  The textured chewable star points produce a safe, soothing vibration whenever the child bites down on them.

The Little Jumper Trampoline from Alex Toys is a colorful, padded trampoline with a cushioned handle.  Designed as an outlet for kids’ non-stop energy, it holds up to 70 lbs and features a no-slip grip and spring-loaded legs. To assemble, open the legs, attach the bungee cords and place on the colorful padding.
This product was recalled on 7/18/2012

Inspired by Eric Carle's ABC book, this game in a tin introduces children to the alphabet by teaching them the difference between big and little letters. Players spin the spinner and search for letter cards that match their space. The game includes one game board, four playing pieces, one spinner, 52 animal/letter cards and instructions.

As children piece together these 21 clever puzzles, they practice early spelling and reading skills.

Dragon Knight includes a warhorse and a light-up sword. Batteries are included.
— Two of 40 retailers told TDmonthly that Playmobil was an overall top seller in early summer 2010.

This always changing, ever rearranging crossword game has 60 more tiles than the original and comes in a tile storage bag for travel. Players draw letter tiles and build their own personal crosswords as fast as they can. Whenever players use all their letters they yell, "Pick two" and everyone draws more tiles, which must then be added to their crosswords. Letters and words can be re-arranged, allowing players to use up their tiles.

Penguin is not the typical Antarctic bird. While his riends spend their days doing yoga and meditating, he's planning his great escape in search of adventure. Pirate, on the other hand, wants no part in his vocation’s raucous, adventurous ways, and longs for a simpler life. From the mind of veteran children’s illustrator Patricia Storms comes the tale of how two misfits found each other and, in the process, found the solution to all of their problems. The 32-page book measures 10.5" x 9". Launch date: September 2009.

Suitable for ages 1 1/2 to 4, this vehicle features: extra-large, EVA Silent Ride Tires; a cup holder; a pretend steering wheel with electronic horn; an under-hood storage compartment; a seat belt; a push handle for adult steering. Maximum weight limit is 50 lbs. It is made in the USA of U.S. and imported parts. The steering wheel, tires, seatbelt and grille are made in China.
Awards: Gold Award, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio, 2007
RECALLED MAY 12, 2010: The CPSC and Step2 recalled 2.5 million Push Around and Whisper Ride Buggies because the handle can detach and pose risk of injury. The buggies retailed from August 1999 through March 2010. Consumers should stop using the product and contact Step2 at 866-860-1887 for a free repair kit.

Suitable for ages 1 1/2 to 3, the Push Around Buggy offers the following: a steering wheel with a honking horn; a storage compartment under the hood for snacks, keys and more; and a seatbelt. Except for the  seatbelt, it is made in the USA of U.S. and imported parts. Maximum weight limit is 50 lbs. and it requires minimal adult assembly.
RECALLED MAY 12, 2010: The CPSC and Step2 recalled 2.5 million Push Around and Whisper Ride Buggies because the handle can detach and pose risk of injury. The buggies retailed from August 1999 through March 2010. Consumers should stop using the product and contact Step2 at 866-860-1887 for a free repair kit.

Each Webkinz animal comes with a special internet code that allow children to interact with it. They can name it, make it a home, and even play games.

Each Webkinz animal comes with a special internet code that allow children to interact with it. They can name it, make it a home, and even play games.

This Springbok puzzle features unique interlocking pieces and offers 60, 350, and 400 piece formats.  Its pieces are 18 percent thicker than the industry average and are made in the United States from 100% recycled materials using soy-based inks.