July 2010 Notable Toys — All

A parent can write his or her name and cell phone number on the back of this bracelet, to help facilitate a quick reunion in the event that that a child becomes lost. Each set includes two reuseable bracelets and one travel size permanent marker. This design is also available in a lanyard version, also $7.95

A parent can write his or her name and cell phone number on the back of this bracelet, to help facilitate a quick reunion in the event that that a child becomes lost. Each set includes two reuseable bracelets and one travel size permanent marker. This design is also available in a lanyard version, also $7.95

A parent can write his or her name and cell phone number on the back of this bracelet, to help facilitate a quick reunion in the event that that a child becomes lost. Each set includes two reuseable bracelets and one travel size permanent marker. This design is also available in a lanyard version, also $7.95.

This signature travel kit includes a chocolate-hued ballet pop-up mirror and matching pop-up brush. Travel kits are also available in Butterfly Julie, Blush Ballet, Blue Ribbon, Dragonfly, Flower and Ladybug, Green Signature and Tiara versions.

This pop-up brush is painted with cheery bright colors and has a cute-as-a-bug ladybug perched on top.

Suitable for ages 18 months and up, this jack in the box measures 5.75" tall (closed). A plush Ox the Uglydoll pops out of the box as it plays “Pop Goes the Weasel.”

Can Obi-Wan Kenobi deal with Hondo Ohnaka and his ruthless band of Weequay pirates, or will this powerful pirate tank from the “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” TV series take the Jedi prisoner? Measuring 9.5” L x 6” W, the tank features a pop-up driver’s seat, a rotating blaster, firing flick-missiles and hidden wheels for “hovering” movement. It includes Obi-Wan Kenobi, Hondo Ohnaka and Turk Falso minifigures. The set includes 372 pieces.

This tin keepsake box measures 7” x 6”. The entire box is decorated with colorful Uglydoll art, and a metal latch at the top holds contents in place for transportation.

Features include a crinkle and squeaker for baby's listening skills, and for tactile exploration, Pooh has multiple materials, as well as knotties, ribbons and teethers.

This classic toy is easily portable and appeals to "kids" of every age. Just use the magnetic wand to move the metal filings around Fuzzy's face to give him (or her) unusual hairstyles.

These playtime puppets from Aurora all have sound, bright colors and a shimmery shine in the details. Kids will appreciate all the different animals available including Giraffe, Lion, Elephant, Tiger, Monkey, Zebra, Mutt, Kitty (image attached), Pony, Cow, Piglet and Lamb (10”, MSRP: $12.99)

Paws Puppets are nicely stuffed puppets (as opposed to sleeve puppets) with soft claws that compliment the paw pad detailing. The soft puppets are available in six styles including White Tiger, Leopard, Black Panther, Bengal Tiger, Polar Bear, and Lion.

YooHoo & Friends Aspirations are available in four styles (five and eight inches) -- all make fun sounds when squeezed. Pammee™ the Fennec Fox is dressed as either a cheerleader or as a girl who’s ready to head to the party (she’s wearing a party hat and holds a cupcake). The other YooHoo & Friends are pink and blue, and dressed as a ballerina and soccer star respectively (the soccer star sports a jersey with #3, and holds a soccer ball). MSRP: Small and large, $8.99 and $15.99 respectively.

This charming pastel tea set is crafted in shatter-resistant poly-porcelain, and hand-painted with colorful polka dots. The set includes four tea cups, four saucers, cream, sugar, four teaspoons and a pink basket lined with pink and white gingham fabric.

This colorful elastic hair band features felt mushrooms at each end.

The Happy Cat beanbag is a piece of furniture and a toy. It is designed for children, but can also serve a design function in a grown-up environment. The filling beans are protected in a separate inner bag.

This plush flower wrist rattle is designed to be placed on baby's wrist or ankle for hours of sensory stimulation. It features bright pastel colors and is available with black or brown "hair." The wrist rattle comes with attached velcro for easy placement and removal.

This set, designed as a gift for newborns, includes a soft cow security blanket and a plush rattle that makes gentle noises.

Kids can light up bathtub time or water play by touching the silver sensors on the bottom of these light-up polka dot ducks. The yellow parent duck measures 3" x 3.5," while the blue and green baby ducks are each 1.75" x 2."

This six-piece soft plush set is designed to stimulate baby’s developing senses. Each play piece features different activities. The teapot plays "I'm a Little Teapot," the cups rattle or jingle and have a crinkly tea bag tag, the croissant crinkles, and the rattling cupcake has a mirror inside.
— Three of 40 retailers told TDmonthly in early summer 2010 that International Playthings items are best-selling infant and toddler toys.

This little beetle has wings that fold up around her so she can hide. The bright red, yellow, orange and green rustling foil rattle measures 6" tall and is made of foam covered with a cotton-poly blend.
— In a June 2010 TDmonthly survey, five percent of 40 specialty retailers named HABA rattles as top-selling baby toys.

This colorful, floppy-eared dog stands 10” and is designed to delight children with the crinkle sound in his ears. He comes with attached multicolored tags for rubbing.
― Two of 40 specialty retailers told TDmonthly in early summer 2010 that Taggies are a top-selling infant gift, with one store estimating sales at 10 per month.

This bear family includes a father, mother, brother and sister. Each comes with a name and is dressed in a unique outfit.

This mouse family includes a father, mother, brother and sister. Each comes with a name and is dressed in a unique outfit.