May 2010 Notable Toys — General Toys

From left to right: brown tiger, white tiger, brown leopard, snow leopard, lioness, panther, lion. The short pile material has been recently developed and the toys from this material are highly acclaimed worldwide. Product size is 20 cm (7.9 inches).

The Big Bang Rocket is a "green" toy that recycles old newspapers to operate. Lindy Borkin, marketing manager at Can You Imagine, told TDmonthly. "Remember 'caps'? They used to be the only way to create a big bang. Well this is better, safer AND it recycles old newspaper," she said. Launch date: March 2010.
—  “Everyone likes it. They buy one for their kid, then they come back and buy one for a birthday present," John Blair, owner of Science Safari in Cary, N.C., told TDmonthly in April 2010. His store was already selling its second dozen of the rocket since ordering at Toy Fair in February.

These Spielstabil German-made Ocean Sand Molds are perfect for the beach or sand box. The Ocean Sand Molds are brightly colored in different ocean shapes. HABA USA National Accounts Manager Janet Walker told TDmonthly, "This item's construction will make it last for years to come!" Launch date: March 2010.

This 3 Channel R/C helicopter features a gyro system for precision control. The metal frame has proven to withstand dozens of crashes. The mini helicopter charges directly from the controller which uses "AA" batteries and has a full-function trim control for the perfect flight.

This 1:10 scale gas-powered off-road Monster Truck by Himoto Racing features a large capacity 75 cc leak-proof fuel tank with overflow pipe. Other features include a spring loaded fill cover for quick refueling, front and rear leak proof differential with metal bevel gears, lightweight aluminum flywheel, adjustable oil filled shock absorbers, disk brake system with replaceable pads, 2.5mm anodized aluminum chassis, and 7.5mm regulated fuel tank vent.

The HAWK RC helicopter comes fully assembled and ready to fly. It can fly over 25 meters high at a speed of 20 km/h. Includes radio transmitter, built-in 7.2V rechargeable Ni-MH battery for the helicopter, battery charger adapter, and instructions. Radio transmitter requires 4 AA batteries (not included).

The 1/16 Snow Leopard M26 Airsoft Battle Tank features machine gun, cannon, start and shutdown sound effects and features a smoking effect (when oil is added). The turrent can swing 180 degrees. Includes rechargeable batteries for the tank, A/C adapter battery charger, Airsoft Hop Up system, and remote control. Remote control requires 8 AA batteries (not included.

Featuring a powerful nitrol 2.67cc Vertex engine, aluminum capped shocks, and composite disc brakes, the 1:10 Redcat Racing Shockwave will handle all off road 4WD adventures.

This motorized power dealer stacks dominoes on its own and works with all Domino Express ™ sets. Just fill the Domino Tower with dominoes, place it on the power dealer and turn it on to set up row after row of evenly-spaced dominoes.  Jennie Robinson of Goliath Games told TDmonthly, "Now your Domino Express™ set up is easier, quicker, and better than ever!" Launch date: June 15, 2010.

STiX add another dimension to construction designs with Wedgits. Each STiX part follows the geometry of the WEDGiTS small, white octahedron - making it easy to link different WEDGiTS designs, structures or vehicles. Four pieces are included in this pack. Launch date: 2010.

The Bodacious Bed is soft and features lots of bright colors and funky patterns. Manhattan Toy Manager of Marketing & Sales Julie Flann told TDmonthly this product is a, "super cute, Groovy Girls-themed and highly detailed bed that will fit any Groovy Girl doll perfectly." Launch date: 2010.

Becca looks like she just flew in from the garden, wearing a dainty pink and yellow dress with strappy, little pink shoes. Her hair is bright pink with blue highlights that match her wings and dress ruffle. Becca is part of the Special Edition Flutterflies collection with fantasy colored hair and detachable wings.  Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy told TDmonthly, "She'll make a great gift for any gal!" Launch date: 2010.

Tessa is excited for Spring and styled in pink, orange and maroon. Her outfit features floral pattern shoes, pink tights, polka-dot shoes and a striped tank. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "Groovy Girls always find a new way to stay groovy. Tessa is one of five in the brand new T doll collection." Launch date: 2010.

Thora is ready for a Spring day out with friends. She wears a bright yellow dress with matching shoes. Her dress is highlighted with blue and pink ruffles and screen-printed blue butterflies. Also, her long hair is accented with pink highlights. Launch date: 2010.

Harper is a soft, classic doll who features a hip teal dress, orange poncho and tall tan boots. Lily Doll outfits are removable for fashion play. Launch date: 2010.

Astrid is a soft, classic doll who features a hip teal dress, orange poncho and tall tan boots. Lily doll outfits are removable for fashion play. Launch date: 2010.

This toy features three aliens that stack on one another. Each stacking ring has a different shape and sound including crinkle paper, a bell, and a rattle. All three and brightly colored and made of multiple fabrics. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales, told TDmonthly, "This line was designed just by Manhattan Toy. It features fun faces, colors and fabrics that baby is sure to enjoy." Launch date: 2010.

This classic soft doll features a pink dress and jacket with flower headband and sandals. Her outfit is removable for fashion play. Launch date: 2010.

The Alien Bobble & Stack is a roly-poly stacker. This toy features soft, colorful fabrics and ribbons and an alien that makes noises when pushed or batted. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "This roly-poly stacker was designed by Manhattan Toy and has a variety of textures plus a squeaker, chime and ribbons." Launch date: 2010.

Rufus Rhino is one of the four Feldikins jungle collection. Each come in two sizes, a parent and baby. This large version of the rhino plush has soft, light tan fabric and a weighted body to make him easier to stand and for little hands to grab onto. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "This collection is super soft and perfect to snuggle with." Launch date: 2010.

Chewy Cow is one of the four Zangerdees. He has a soft, spotted plush body and little horns. The Zangerdees collection is whimsical and stylized with arms and legs that pull right through the body, making the plush either longer or shorter. Manhattan Toy Marketing & Sales Manager Julie Flann told TDmonthly, "When you pull one arm to make it longer, it's opposite leg will get shorter!" Launch date: 2010.

Baby can enjoy the clicky clack this teether makes when this toy is tapped together. This teether features wooden shapes, multiple textures and colors, and is easy for little hands to grasp. Launch date: 2010.

Liliana is one of the three "sweet" fairies eager to delight. Liliana wears a bright orange and yellow dress with mushroom spots, green leggings and pink wings, and her orange hair is highlighted with a flower-shaped headband. Liliana is one of six Beneath the Leaf dolls, which are about 6" in height and highly detailed. All are from the forest, but their facial expressions are different — some appear "sweet" and some appear up to "mischief." Launch date: 2010.

Audralina is one of Manhattan Toy's three "sweet" fairies. She's wearing a beautiful polka dot dress, pink striped tights and green wings, and her pink hair is highlighted with a little leaf-shaped headband. Audralina is one six Beneath the Leaf dolls, which are about 6" in height and highly detailed. All are from the forest, but their facial expressions differ — some appear "sweet" and some appear up to "mischief," Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly. "She is just the right size to flutter along anywhere with whisper-soft wings." Launch date: 2010.