TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Puppets Product Category

Baboon by FOLKMANIS INC.

Aspiring puppeteers can move the mouth and arms of this plush baboon puppet. Launch date: July 2011. ( Watch Video) 7/1/2011 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wear Me Puppets by ANATINA TOYS

These puppets are hand-made in Bolivia. Kids slip their hands and feet into the puppet, so that their motions make the puppet move too. There are 5 different characters to choose from, including four animals and one clown. ( Watch Video) 3/29/2011 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mythical Magicals Dinosaur Puppets by MANHATTAN TOY

These mystical puppets are of their own unique design. Each mythical creature features vibrant colors and whimsical details. Three new puppets: Trip Triceratops, Peter Pteranodon, Dave Dimetrodon.  Launch date: January 2011. 1/26/2011 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Linden Lion Puppet by MANHATTAN TOY

This wildlife animal puppet comes with a hangtag that describes its unique characteristics. Reminiscent of his true wildlife counterpart, made of soft fabrics and highly detailed wildlife designs. Launch date: January 2011. 1/26/2011 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Puppet Playhouse Theater by MANHATTAN TOY

This puppet theater and play tent in one comes with a stage opening that features pull back curtains and large back entrance. Tent fits 2 kids comfortably. Simple to set-up and breaks down for easy storage. Assembly required. Launch date: January 2011. 1/26/2011 (Price: $65.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Miss Ladybug Finger Puppet by MANHATTAN TOY

This detailed finger puppet is a companion to the touch and feel Miss Ladybug's Picnic book. Launch date: January 2011. 1/26/2011 (Price: $7.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rattlesnake by FOLKMANIS INC.

The Rattlesnake is very distinctive in its native environment, and now as a puppet. Designed with the signature diamond back in browns of the desert, this rattler stretches out to 36 inches, has a movable mouth and a rattle in its tail. 1/14/2011 (Price: $17.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Holland Lop Rabbit by FOLKMANIS INC.

Holland Lop Rabbit is a 17-inch bundle of cuddly joy. Made with fabrics that are more than just soft, they are snuggable. 1/14/2011 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cottontail Rabbit by FOLKMANIS INC.

Folkmanis’ Cottontail Rabbit is 15 inches and super soft. It sits alert with ears perked; front paws and mouth are movable on this life-like rabbit. 1/14/2011 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lion by FOLKMANIS INC.

Folkmanis’ Lion has been redesigned and is ready to roar. Always king of the jungle, this 16-inch beast has a soft-and-fluffy mane and stoic pose. 1/14/2011 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Eastern Chipmunk by FOLKMANIS INC.

Eastern Chipmunk has cute chubby cheeks, a movable mouth and arms, and sits 7-inches high. Its recognizable racing stripe and long, fluffy tail add to its adorable character. 1/14/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gray Wolf Puppet by FOLKMANIS INC.

The Gray Wolf is 22-inches long and has feathery plush fabric in gray, brown and white. Big ears and pointy snout give the Wolf its character and charm while the movable mouth will give a voice – or howl – to it. 1/14/2011 (Price: $37.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Folkmanis Puppet Kits by FOLKMANIS INC.

Each kit includes: a plush puppet body, felt to cut-out body parts, non-toxic glue, fabric puppet parts, instructions, animal facts, and puppet show ideas. The package converts to a puppet stage and the inside of the packaging is a ready-to-color stage scene, so there is no packaging waste. Children can “Simply Cut, Glue, Color, Play,” says Elaine Kollias, marketing director at Folkmanis. Consumer will need to provide their own scissors and crayons.  The Kits come in three varieties: Bunny, Cat and Frog. 1/14/2011 (Price: $19.49) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Puppet Heap Playthings by PUPPET HEAP LLC

This line of hand puppets features charactes from Puppet Heap's short films "Mother Hubbard" and "I Knew an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly." “We’re very excited about the launch of Puppet Heap Playthings™,” said Paul Andrejco, Puppet Heap’s founder and CEO, “Putting the magic of Puppet Heap’s creative team into the hands of a wider consumer audience is what this new branch of the company is all about.” 1/12/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Turtleneck Turtle Puppet by FOLKMANIS INC.

The Folkmanis turtleneck turtle puppet has a moveable mouth and two front legs.  It is 12 inches tall, 8 inches wide and 5 inches long (30.5 x 20.3 x 12.7 cm). This cute green turtle has a gray/green shell and a yellow turtle neck and underneath. 10/22/2010 (Price: $31.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

George Hand Puppet by MANHATTAN TOY

George the three-headed monster has a soft, yellow plush body, bright white teeth and red accents on each of his heads and tummy. This puppet is designed to make children smile, chasing away fears of "scary" monsters. 9/9/2010 (Price: $16.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ole Orangutan Puppet by MANHATTAN TOY

Ole the orangutan is designed to be as adorable as the real thing. Ole's beautiful, soft, reddish-orange coat of fur and cute tan paws and black eyes make Ole a realistic wildlife animal. 9/9/2010 (Price: $25.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Giselle Puppet by MANHATTAN TOY

Giselle's intricate details are designed to fascinate listeners during storytime. Pretty in pink, Giselle features multiple patterned fabrics and textures and will fit all hands. 9/9/2010 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Organic Cotton Bath Puppet by I play

This soft organic cotton terry mitt doubles as a bath mitt and entertainment puppet. It includes a hanging loop to dry. 8/25/2010 (Price: $8.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mini Firefly Finger Puppet by FOLKMANIS INC.

This Mini Firefly finger puppet features a leather-like head, stitched wings, and furry body, plus a bright green abdomen. 8/24/2010 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby Dragon by FOLKMANIS INC.

This detailed baby dragon features a pair of whelp wings, a long tail, and spiky scales running along its back. Movable mouth and front feet. 8/24/2010 (Price: $23.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Elk Finger Puppet by LUCUMA DESIGNS

This detailed finger puppet is made from synthetic wool by Peruvian women artists. It measures approximately 3." Choose from over 100 finger puppet designs in synthetic acrylic, cotton, alpaca wool, or organic cotton fibers. 8/11/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Red Squirrel by FOLKMANIS INC.

This cuddly puppet has a movable mouth and front legs and measures 12" x 5" x 6." ( Watch Video) 7/13/2010 (Price: $23.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Red Fox by FOLKMANIS INC.

This cuddly 18" x 5" x 11" puppet features a movable mouth. ( Watch Video) 7/13/2010 (Price: $31.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby Chimpanzee by FOLKMANIS INC.

This cuddly puppet has movable arms and mouth and measures 5" long x 15" tall x 8" wide. With its sweet expression, this puppet is a huggable child's companion for play time, nap time, or on the go. ( Watch Video) 7/13/2010 (Price: $23.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]