TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Puppets Product Category

Mexican Marionettes by BAKER WOOD MARIONETTES

The Mexican Marionettes are one of their most popular items. No two are alike. Different factories across Meico produce these genuine pieces of folk art and playthings. Some come armed with fake, rubber weapons. 8/28/2006 (Price: $5.50)

Santa's Coming to Town by INNOVATIVEKIDS

A reindeer finger puppet with a magnetic nose "sniffs" out the correct answer on each page of this board book. Santa needs help on Christmas Eve and the reindeer helps him wrap the presents, pack the sleigh and deliver everything in time for Christmas. Launch date: October 2006. ( Watch Video) 7/11/2006 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Spooky Night by INNOVATIVEKIDS

Children use a purple bat finger puppet to search for different objects on each page of this sturdy board book. The finger puppet's magnetic nose locks on to each correct answer with a satisfying click. In Spooky Night, written by Tish Rabe and illustrated by Brenda Sexton, it's a spooky night and Batty Bat is ready for fun. Kids search for ghosts, monsters, witches and more as they help Batty find his spooky friends. Launch date: September 2006. 7/11/2006 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sancho Panza by CZECHMARIONETTES

Sancho Panza, the faithful and loyal companion of Don Quixote, is now available as a marionette. Created by Richard Kukilik, Sancho has been crafted with minute attention to detail as exemplified by his five o'clock shadow and the sparkling glint of innocence in his eyes. He is 14" tall, carries a spear with Don’s pennant attached, wears a wooden wineflask hanging from rope around his neck and has a knapsack slung over his shoulder. He is wearing a white tunic, leather jerkin and on his head rests a worn felt hat. All materials and paints used in the creation of this marionette are 100% enviro-friendly. This special price is available for the Holidays 2006. 6/27/2006 (Price: $95.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Color and Wash Puppets by THE CHILDREN'S FACTORY

Winner of Creative Child Preferred Choice Award, you can color and wash these puppets again and again! Includes 6 washable markers. 19" tall. THIS PRODUCT IS NO LONGER AVAILALBLE. 6/22/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Professor Woodpecker® Puppet by H & T IMAGINATIONS UNLIMITED INC.

Professor Woodpecker™ is a puppet too! And he will tell you about healthy foods to build a sound mind and body. 6/13/2006 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Piggies Finger Puppet Playset by MERRYMAKERS

These silly little piggies play all day until bedtime when they skip down your tummy, dance on your toes and give kisses goodnight. These Piggies Finger Puppets are based on the prize-winning books by Don and Audrey Wood, published by Harcourt. ( Watch Video) 5/31/2006 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Grand Little Theater of Puppets by BRIGHT PATH ENTERPRISES

The Grand Little Theater of Puppets is a tabletop puppet theater inspired by the European toy theaters that were popular in the 19th century. The Grand Little Theater has the charm of the toy theaters of the past, but it adds a new magic of functionality and playfulness that is sure to delight children and adults alike. The charming rod marionette puppets are simple to operate, yet offer plenty of animation for dramatic performances. After the show, the theater folds flat for easy transport and storage. The Grand Little Theater of Puppets is sure to delight children and adults alike. It comes with Hansel and Gretel puppets and scenery book. Additional story sets and Shadow Puppet Accessory Pack is sold separately. 5/31/2006 (Price: $129.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Diary of a Worm and Friends Finger Puppet Playset by MERRYMAKERS

The life of a worm is not so different from that of any other boy or girl, except a worm spends a lot of time underground. Worms worry a little more during fishing season and they never have to take baths. This Finger Puppet Playset features best friends Spider, Worm and Fly based on the books “Diary or a Worm, “Diary of a Spider” and the forthcoming “Diary of a Fly,” by Doreen Cronin and Harry Bliss. It’s perfect for young fans of these books, and they come in a set of three. 5/31/2006 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Harbor Seal by FOLKMANIS INC.

You do not need to journey to our oceans’ coasts to experience the beauty of the HARBOR SEAL. Folkmanis’ adorable puppet has such a heartwarming, soulful face it is hard to put down. Big, black eyes; soft whiskers, and silky fabric fur make the puppet a sure-to-be favorite. Designed for ages 3 and up, the Harbor Seal measures 19-inches long and has a s.r.p. of $30.

Click here to see a video or go to: http://www.folkmanis.com/video/demos/SealHarbor.mp4 5/4/2006 (Price: $33.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Peacock by FOLKMANIS INC.

This gorgeous bird spread its tail feathers for the first time early in 2006. The tail of this 18” hand puppet can be manipulated into a magnificent display. As with all of Folkmanis’ puppets, the peacock is high quality and durable. Folkmanis puppets have won many awards from respected toy evaluators such as Oppenheim Toy Portfolio, Dr. Toy, Parent's Choice and iParenting Media.
— "We sell a lot of Folkmanis puppets. People buy so much," was the enthusiastic response given by Barbara Fineblum, owner of Barston’s Child’s Play in Baltimore, Md..
— "Puppets by Folkmanis: Parents like them because of the price and they have a lot of choice for children in terms of stocking stuffers. I sell a lot of Folkmanis," said Marilyn Sipila, owner of Toys Etc. in Poulsbo, Wash.
— Elaine Kollias of Folkmanis believes the Peacock puppet will be their biggest hit for the Holidays 2006. "It's been stellar since it was introduced in the spring," she said. "The extraordinary use of fabrics, colors and textures along with the innovative puppet movement is what makes this a very 'special bird.'" ( Watch Video) 2/24/2006 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pink Catillac Fingerpuppet Set by ANGEL GATE

This set of five fingerpuppets ride in a plush, pink cadillac. The cat characters, Big Jim, Lady Jane, This One, That One and The Other One, which the fingerpuppets are modeled after, derive from the award-winning children's book by Jane Seymour and James Keach, called "This One 'N That One." 1/11/2006 (Price: $29.99)

Polar Bear Puppet by SABBIT CORPORATION

Sabbit's line of educational puppets are creative and made of a colorful and washable soft fabrics. The puppets are designed to be creatively combined to help build language skills, explore community studies, and encurage children 's cooperate play and social development. 12/15/2005 (Price: $10.00)

Elephant by FOLKMANIS INC.

Folkmanis’ low-tech puppet innovation adds a new dimension to puppetry in 2006 with the introduction of the pull-ring animator, a patent-pending device inserted into puppets that gives them a more realistic appearance with a very simple finger movement. Measuring 20" long, the Elephant is a majestic pachyderm that incorporates the animator to lift and move the trunk to give this mini-version of the jungle's biggest beast very realistic motion. Designed with realistic touches, ultra-soft micro-fiber fabric, and a movable mouth this iParenting Media Award-winning elephant is super-soft and super-squeezable. ( Watch Video) 12/15/2005 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Nursery Rhyme Finger puppet Set by GET READY KIDS

New in 2005 is the Nursery Rhyme Finger puppet Set that brings five great value based lessons and 12 puppets together at an affordable price for teachers and parents. Familiar nursery rhymes have been developed into stories that teach values. The stories include Mary, Mary Quite Contrary that instills the value of work, The Old Woman in a Shoe, which is about helping others, Hey, Diddle, Diddle, which is about talents, Miss Muffet, which instills the value of being content, and Insy Weensy Spider which is about perseverance. 12/12/2005 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fingerpuppet Fairy by KATHE KRUSE DOLLS

A hand painted and expertly detailed finger puppet with legs, this little fairy will entertain children in the car, the train or any time of the day. It can also be used to enliven the child’s favourite story. The head is made of beechwood, the legs of maple. Her clothing is made from all natural materials. 12/9/2005 (Price: $8.30)

Small Jester by CZECHMARIONETTES

This colourful Jester marionette stands about 10 inches tall. He is wearing the traditional marionette hat and clothes in traditional colors. His skeleton is made of wood. His face and hands are cast. Notice his shoes are carved from wood as well. All clothes are hand-made. 12/9/2005 (Price: $37.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dragon by CZECHMARIONETTES

This dragon (or more accurately 3 headed hydra) marionette is about 18 inches long from the tail to the head. Its head is made from a unique plaster-like compound. The neck and body are wood and the boxed weight is approximately 2.2 lbs. 12/9/2005 (Price: $64.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Talking Lamb Chop Puppet by AURORA WORLD INC.

Aurora World Inc.’s Talking Lamb Chop Puppet has won iParenting Media’s 2005 Greatest Products Award. Adults and kids alike can bring Lamb Chop to life with this adorably cute, life-like puppet. Talking Lamb Chop says nine phrases including, "What's your name?" and "I really need a hug." Floppy ears and flirty eyelashes add to the overall appeal of this lovable lamb. 11/22/2005 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tiger Flocked Hand Puppets by SAFARI LTD.®

Furry fun with these realistic and flexible hand puppets. Designed for the smaller hand. Sparks the imagination for hours of interactive play. Themes included are the lion, chimp, bear and wolf. Suggested retail is $13.00 11/21/2005 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Furnis Three Cats with Mouse Hand Puppet by CHALLENGE & FUN INC.

Catch me if you can! This mouse is asking for it. Lucky for him, these cats seem more amused than agitated with the antics of little Sonic, (who comes attached to the basket with a cord). 11/21/2005 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Living Puppets 15-Inch Plush Pink & Orange Friendly Monster Hand Puppet ... by Thin Air Brands, LLC

The "Murray" hand puppet features a friendly brown lion design with a detailed mane and expressive face. Measuring 17 inches tall (17" x 10" x 6"), it has a soft, plush exterior for tactile engagement. Each puppet is handcrafted in Germany with attention to material quality and construction. Made from premium fabrics, the puppet offers a comfortable texture for interactive play. It supports child development by encouraging role-playing, communication practice, and fine motor skill coordination through manipulation. The product complies with all U.S. and Canadian safety standards for children's toys. Educators frequently incorporate these puppets into classroom activities for storytelling and social-emotional learning exercises. Thin Air Brands, a Colorado-based toy manufacturer, produces this puppet series. 7/8/2025 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Living Puppets - Mugs The 12-Inch Purple Friendly Monster, Plush Hand Pu... by Thin Air Brands, LLC

These handcrafted puppets are designed in Germany with attention to detail, ensuring consistent quality. Made from soft, high-quality materials, they provide a pleasant tactile experience for children. The puppets support social and emotional development, language skills, and fine motor coordination through imaginative play. They comply with all USA and Canadian safety standards for children's products. Educators frequently incorporate these puppets into classroom activities and storytelling sessions. 7/8/2025 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Living Puppets - Mack The 14-Inch Blue Friendly Monster, Plush Hand Pupp... by Thin Air Brands, LLC

These handcrafted puppets are designed in Germany with attention to detail, ensuring consistent quality in construction. The plush materials provide a soft, tactile experience suitable for interactive play. The puppets support child development by encouraging imaginative role-play, which can aid in social, emotional, and language skill development. They comply with all USA and Canadian safety standards for children's products. Educators frequently incorporate these puppets into classroom activities for storytelling and interactive learning. 7/8/2025 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Living Puppets 17-Inch Fox Hand Puppet - Fine European Design, Ultra-Sof... by Thin Air Brands, LLC

The Knox hand puppet is a 17-inch-tall red fox with a friendly expression and soft, cuddly fabric. Its dimensions measure 17" x 9" x 5", making it suitable for children's play. Each puppet is handcrafted in Germany with attention to detail for durability and quality. The materials provide a soft texture for comfortable handling. Designed to support child development, the puppet encourages imaginative play, social-emotional learning, and fine motor skills. It complies with U.S. and Canadian safety standards for child use. Educators and parents often incorporate it into storytelling and interactive play. The product is distributed by Thin Air Brands, a toy company based in Colorado, USA. 7/8/2025 (Price: $59.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]