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December 2008 Notable Toys — Collectibles
World Series Champions are teamed up with a classic car from the same year. Highly detailed: opening doors and hoods, steerable front wheels, detailed interior and chassis. Serially-numbered limited edition. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21943 (added 12/23/2008) .
Exclusive to Press Pass Collectibles, the OCC chopper is the hottest NBA licensed die cast around! With superior details and over 50 parts, this die case metal collectible blows away the competition. Accented in team colors, and showcasing team logos, these expertly crafted pieces are a must have for any true fan. Collect your favorite National Basketball Associaton team from this limited series! ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21942 (added 12/23/2008) .
Press Pass Eclipse features a 90-card base that focuses exclusively on drivers in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Eclipse is the only product that has Teammate Autographs featuring signatures from NASCAR’s top teams on one card (example: Hendrick Motorsports – Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson, and Casey Mears). The Memorabilia program features event-used car covers. Eclipse is a super-premium quality brand printed on 24-point stock. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21941 (added 12/23/2008) .
In January 2009 Press Pass releases a new brand of NASCAR trading cards: Element. Exploring the science of NASCAR, this new brand takes collectors on an exciting and insightful journey that reveals the scientific side of one of the world’s most technical sports. Element also offers solid value delivering at least one memorabilia and one autograph card per hobby box. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21940 (added 12/23/2008) .
After being named the “Best Football Box to Bust” in 2007 by Beckett Publications, Press Pass Legends makes its triumphant return in 2008. With 18-pack hobby boxes delivering at least 5 hard autographs and 1 game-used jersey card, collectors have a chance to obtain not only all-time greats from the past, but the legends of the future as well. On top of being able to find autographs of the top rookies for 2008, such as Darren McFadden, Matt Ryan, Jonathan Stewart, and Brian Brohm, the set will also include the likes of Brett Favre, Joe Montana, Gale Sayers, and Jack Lambert – all featured in photos from their collegiate careers. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21939 (added 12/23/2008) .
With the conclusion of the NBA draft, and the anticipation of the on-court debuts of the new rookie class building among collectors, Press Pass 2008 Basketball will be the first place collectors have the chance to obtain autographs and game-used jersey cards of the top rookies from the 2008 draft, including the top 7 picks, and of 15 of the top 17 players selected. Player selection is unrivaled and includes Derrick Rose, Michael Beasley, OJ Mayo, Jerryd Bayless, Eric Gordon, DJ Augustin, UCLA lottery picks Kevin Love & Russell Westbrook, Stanford teammates & twins Brook and Robin Lopez, NCAA Champion teammates Brandon Rush & Mario Chalmers, and the #1 pick in this year’s WNBA draft Candace Parker. Every hobby box will deliver five on-card autographs and one game used jersey card. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21938 (added 12/23/2008) .
With 18-pack hobby boxes delivering at least 5 hard autographs and 1 jersey card, collectors have a chance to obtain not only all-time greats from the past, but the legends of the future as well. On top of being able to find autographs of top rookies for 2008, such as Derrick Rose, Michael Beasley, OJ Mayo and Candace Parker, the set will also include the likes of Jerry West, Larry Bird, James Worthy, and Clyde Drexler, all featured in photos from their collegiate careers. Each pack will yield at least one sequentially numbered card, every box will deliver at least 4 legendary autographs, and 1 of 1 Press Plates will fall at least one per case. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21937 (added 12/23/2008) .
The inaugural release of Press Pass Speedway features a photography-driven base set that provides an up-close look at NASCAR’s stars as they prepare to take the track. In addition to the 100-card comprehensive base set, collectors can look for exclusive autograph and memorabilia cards that are only available in Speedway. For the first time ever, Press Pass has paired top drivers and their winning crew chiefs together on an autograph card. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21936 (added 12/23/2008) . This black-and-white Pinto is a horse at Pine Hollow Stables in "Horse Sense," a book in the Saddle Club series written by Bonnie Bryant. — "Shipping has been really good" with Breyer, noted Mike DiAndrea, manager of Hardware Center in Paoli, Pa., in fall 2008. Two of 52 retailers told TDmonthly Breyer is one of their favorite vendors. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21914 (added 12/19/2008) . Mankala Game Board (Archeology/Excavation Kit) From: KRISTAL EDUCATIONAL INC. Other products from KRISTAL EDUCATIONAL INC.
Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Age Range: 5 and up SKU or Item #: 3221 Launch Date: November 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
The genuinely antique-looking Mankala Game Board has to be excavated, painted and polished in order to display the antique look. It includes 50 scarab game pieces, a wooden chisel, brushes, paints and intstructions (as well as the ancient history of the game). Launch date: November 3, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21899 (added 12/19/2008) . Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Age Range: 3 and up SKU or Item #: Backpack Launch Date: August 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
For fans of all ages, mascot backpacks are designed to depict a favorite team's mascot. Each is made of a quality plush material and comes with adjustable nylon straps and a zippered storage compartment. Launch date: August 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21893 (added 12/19/2008) . Age Range: 4 to 11 SKU or Item #: 00206 Launch Date: January 2006 Gender: Girls
These plush pet beds are a fluffy, fashionable and fun addition to the Pawparazzi line. They are available in Leopard Print and Pink & Black styles. "Accessories like our Plush Pet Beds expand the Pawparazzi play experience and bring girls into the world of these miniature superstar pets in a way other plush toys don't," Susan DeCoste, marketing manager for Noodle Head, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2006. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21886 (added 12/19/2008) . Age Range: 8 and up SKU or Item #: 00421 Launch Date: November 2008 Gender: Girls
This set is filled with pets, purses, fashion and more — everything little girls need to spark their imaginations and pamper their favorite celebrity pets. It includes two pet sets, two dress-up sets, two plush pet beds, a doggy dining set and the Hotel Pawparazzi playset and carrying case. "Pawparazzi pets’ unique personalities (artists, writers, actors and more!) encourage young girls to use their imaginations to unlock and explore the exciting world of these tiny superstars. The pets inspire individual expression and creativity and encourage social interaction and collaborative play with friends at birthdays, parties and play dates," Susan DeCoste, marketing manager for Noodle Head, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: November 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21884 (added 12/19/2008) . This beautiful mermaid duck comes in an individual gift box and is designed to float upright. Rubba Ducks come in many different styles. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21844 (added 12/17/2008) . Girls can easily start collecting and trading ChatterChix cards with this set that includes the following: a ChatterChix binder with five pages to store cards, flower stickers, a tracking map and three card packs. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21836 (added 12/15/2008) . Oh Mama! Afro-American Baby From: Munecas Eny , S.A. de C.V. Other products from Munecas Eny , S.A. de C.V.
Wholesale Price: (Log in to view) Age Range: 3 and up SKU or Item #: BLK.B Launch Date: September 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
This doll is part of a line of handmade Afro-American, Hispanic and Caucasian baby dolls. Handmade baby outfits, Christening gowns and various pajamas are also available. Launch date: September 10, 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21740 (added 12/12/2008) . Marvel Bust Banks From: MONOGRAM INTERNATIONAL INC. Other products from MONOGRAM INTERNATIONAL INC.
Age Range: 5 and up Launch Date: October 2006 Gender: Boys
Marvel Bust Banks are available in the following styles: Spider-Man, Spider-Man in Black Costume, Wolverine Masked, Wolverine Unmasked, Thing, Hulk and Venom. Made of Roto-Plastic, the sculpts feature lots of detail and are lightweight so as not to be too heavy when filled. Launch date: October 26, 2006. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21724 (added 12/12/2008) . Age Range: 3 and up Launch Date: December 2008 Gender: Boys And Girls
KAUZBOTS is passionate about inspiring kids and adults to change the world — one kause at a time. Each 18” plush toy robot is handcrafted by a human and passionate about a specific kause. For each KAUZBOT (or accompanying apparel) purchased, 10 percent of the retail price is donated to the kauze that is close to that robot’s heart. More than just a cool robot, KAUZBOTS inspire action and support kauses. Launch date: December 2008. — Clifford Jackson, manager of The Wizard's Chest in Denver, Colo., told TDmonthly in July 2010 that his store sold about a dozen KAUZBOTS over the last month. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21703 (added 12/12/2008) . Age Range: 3 and up SKU or Item #: 70059 Launch Date: May 2009 Gender: Boys
Schleich is building off the success of its popular World of Elves series by introducing eight new hand-painted figurines. Zahor is one of two new fantasy figurines specifically targeted to boys. Launch date: March 15, 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21608 (added 12/8/2008) . Age Range: 3 and up SKU or Item #: 20716 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
This adorable Smurf is ready for the Big Screen and is part of the 2009 Smurfs movie thematic, for which there are eight new Schleich models. Launch date: January 2008. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21607 (added 12/8/2008) . Age Range: 3 and up SKU or Item #: 13650 Launch Date: January 2009 Gender: Boys And Girls
America’s No. 1 horse breed is one of 33 new animals available. It is extremely realistic and hand painted for a natural finish. "Schleich is the world’s leading designer of high-quality, realistic animal and historical figurines and fantasy play worlds for children and collectors of all ages," Martin Gour, marketing director for Schleich North America, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: January 2009. — Schleich animals were listed as top sellers in spring 2009 at At Once All Agog in Limerick, Maine, by Storeowner Candace Gooch. “This June, my store will take part in a merchandising program with Schleich,” she told TDmonthly. “I will be putting in two, 4’ backlit Schleich displays for farm and wild animals.” ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21606 (added 12/8/2008) . A first! Yamato presents fully functioning, fully customizable 1/9 scale bicycle models and accessory sets. Think you've seen scaled bicycle models before? Not like these! Check it out! With Yamato's PEDAL ID you can create the bicycle of your dreams. Take it apart, mix and match with a host of accessories and put it all back together to build your own, one-and-only custom bike. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21602 (added 12/5/2008) . Dare you gaze into the face of Medusa? Legend has it that even a fleeting glance will turn a man to stone. But perhaps the real question is: can you resist? Fear not! And feast your eyes upon the exquisite beauty of Yamato USA’s Fantasy Figure Gallery: Medusa's Gaze. Inspired by the art of Luis Royo, Medusa’s Gaze stands approximately 11.80” tall, features amazingly intricate paint details, and comes complete with display base. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21601 (added 12/5/2008) . TONNER has given new life to the action-packed, modern-day love story between a teenage girl and a "good" vampire, with these authorized likenesses of "Twilight" stars Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart. Bella Swan is 15" tall; Edward Cullen is 17". Each is designed by renowned artist Robert Tonner and fully authorized by Summit Entertainment. They're available only from TonnerDirect. Launch date: Spring 2009. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21593 (added 12/5/2008) . On the first day of high school a beautiful girl named Haruhi Suzumiya introduces herself as having "no interest in ordinary humans". She asks for any aliens, time travelers, sliders or espers to join her in her school club: the Save our world by Overloading it with fun Suzumiya Haruhi's Brigade (the S.O.S. Brigade for short). The 4" tall Nendoroid Haruhi Suzumiya PVC figurine includes accessories and base stand. ToyDirectory Product ID#: 21529 (added 12/1/2008) .
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