July 2013 Notable Toys — All

MOVA Globes are perpetually moving decorative spheres meant to capture the imagination. The MOVA Globe rotates peacefully using only the energy of room light and the forces of Earth's magnetic field. No batteries or power cords are required. Each sphere spins freely without moving off its base. The globes come in many different designs: traditional world maps, starry constellations, MOVA planets and more. With their stunning design and unique technology, MOVA Globes fit in perfectly with any home or office decor. The MOVA Globe comes in 4 sizes, including diameters of 4.5", 6", 8.5", and 10".

My First Doll is made with soft plush in a vibrant shade of pink and has adorable embroidered details. She makes a wonderful gift for your child to love and squeeze.
— "Our best plush items are some of the cute Kids Preferred items, like their soft baby dolls," Kim Emigh, manager of e-commerce at Growing Tree Toys in State College, Pa., told TDmonthly.

Beanie Ballz are a little wild and wacky, toss 'em and they always land on their feet. They are 13" in diameter and are made of Ty's best selling fabric - Ty Silk.
— Kristen Pollard of Mud Puddle Toys in Salem, Mass., told TDmonthly in a June 2013 survey that they sell 30-40 Ballz each month. "They have those big eyes that people like...they're big and can be used as a pillow. I've even sold them to adults. I have to stop questioning why they're selling so well because it's selling to everyone, boys and girls!" she said.
— Diane Gervais, owner of Amato's Toy & Hobby in Middletown, Conn., told TDmonthly in a March 2014 survey that Beanie Ballz were a best-selling product.

Offering style and storage, this KidKraft Limited Edition Toy Box has a large, generous space for organizing toys, games, and books. The flip-top lid has a secure safety hinge to protect kids' fingers from getting caught. With a gracefully arched back, it's sturdy enough to double as a bench for extra seating.
— Phil Wrzesinski, owner of Toy House and Baby Too in Jackson, Miss., told TDmonthly in a June 2013 survey that their best-selling furniture item is the Kidkraft Limited Ed. Toy Box. They sell "typically 24-30 a year, half of which is in November-December," he said.

Three, two, one, blast-off! This highly-detailed spaceship and lift-off rocket provide fuel for imaginative explorations into any galaxy. Astronauts and aliens add to the adventure.
— "The best selling play house is the Hape spaceship," Suzi McMullen, manager of e-commerce at Doodlehopper 4 Kids in Springfield, Va., told TDmonthly in a June 2013 survey.

Sing the songs of Yo Gabba Gabba  with this microphone that features fun colors and images of your favorite characters. It lights up and even features songs and music taken directly from the show!

Yo Gabba Gabba gets the 3-inch action figure treatment! This Yo Gabba Gabba 3-Inch Action Figure with Accessory Case features some of your favorite characters from the show. Includes Plex and Brobee.

Beam me up with music and listen to your favorite tunes with these quality earbuds. Assortment features Yoda, C3PO, Darth Vader and Darth Maul.

Soft plush assortment of Robin, Cyborg and Trigon.

Throw them, drop them and get them all tied-up. REGULAR SHOW™ 20-inch Stylized Wrestling Buddies are ready for whatever trouble awaits! The oversized plush say all the great one-liners from the show.

Transform yourself into a Zombie and live a new life of fun.

A set of five stackable wooden crocodiles.

This figural box represents a "power" animal - a totem for our individual ambitions. Its simple and gestural depiction is intentional - allowing the symbolism of the animal to be maintained. With the addition of hinges, it has the ability to guard important small objects. On the shelf, it is sculpture. On the side table, it's a totem. On the counter, it offers a hiding spot.

Cubebot is a range of playful wooden robot puzzles that challenges and inspires children and adults alike. Available in an assortment of shapes, sizes and colors, each Cubebot holds dozens of poses. After playtime, Cubebot offers the challenge of trying to fold it back into its perfect cube.  Robot toys are usually made of plastic and require batteries - but not Cubebot! Cubebot is made from new growth beech wood and is powered by imagination. Inspired by the Japanese Shinto Kumi-ki puzzles, Cubebot combines ancient Japanese traditions with contemporary toy culture. It is an enduring classic that will withstand generations of play. Available in Extra Large, Medium, Small, Micro, as well as a choice of finishes: Natural, Blue, Green, Multi, Orange, Pink, Red, Violet and Yellow. Recommended for ages 3+.

Tree Tops have the distinction of being the lowest tech and oldest known toy because spinning tops have engaged children and adults for millennia. Karl Zahn’s set of five "Tree Tops" are made from an evergreen tree and shaped like one too – an environmentally conscientious toy.

Safari Ltd® brings the Gryposaurus from 75 million years ago to life with this replica of the most abundant duckbilled dinosaur of the Cretaceous period. The hand painted replica measures 8.5” L x 3.24” H (21.75 x 8.5 cm) and is suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Visit www.safariltd.com to view and purchase Safari Ltd® products and explore educational information in five languages.

Freeze time with this Safari Ltd® Flying Fish, and study the torpedo-shaped body of this miraculous creature before it flies out of your hands! The scale of this hand painted replica is 1:2. It measures 7” L x 5.25” H (17.5 x 3.5 cm) and is suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Visit www.safariltd.com to view and purchase Safari Ltd® products and explore educational information in five languages.

By amplifying a marginal amount of current flowing through your body, the meter's needle will move! Make your friends sweat under pressure! Have fun learning about electrical current and resistance.

Observe the stars in your room! A pin hole planetarium kit. Rotate the planetarium to see how the constellations change with time and season. Adjust the projection angle to see how constellations are viewed from different longitudes on Earth.

Make a coin bank that responds when you insert money! Record your voice then insert a coin. The bank will play back the recording when you put money in! Make a bank that plays back your voice whenever you insert a coin.

How it Works: When the hook touches the curvy wire, it completes a circuit. Current will flow, causing a buzzer to sound and a motor to start shaking the game.

Foster your children’s imagination and creative expression with our revolutionary new block design! A cube with square holes on each face, and a single, connecting stud located off-center. Unlike traditional building blocks which can only be stacked, an Artec Block can be connected in all directions. Horizontal, vertical, and even diagonal connections are possible for unparalleled ease and freedom. The possibilities are endless in the structures, animals, and shapes you can make!

Foster your children’s imagination and creative expression with our revolutionary new block design! A cube with square holes on each face, and a single, connecting stud located off-center. Unlike traditional building blocks which can only be stacked, an Artec Block can be connected in all directions. Horizontal, vertical, and even diagonal connections are possible for unparalleled ease and freedom. The possibilities are endless in the structures, animals, and shapes you can make!

Foster your children’s imagination and creative expression with our revolutionary new block design! A cube with square holes on each face, and a single, connecting stud located off-center. Unlike traditional building blocks which can only be stacked, an Artec Block can be connected in all directions. Horizontal, vertical, and even diagonal connections are possible for unparalleled ease and freedom. The possibilities are endless in the structures, animals, and shapes you can make!