TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--General Toys Product Category

Dora the Explorer Universal Activity Tray for iPad by CTA DIGITAL

The Universay Activity Tray for iPad safely brings tablet technology to toddlers and young children while entertaining them with playful images of popular Nickelodeon characters. The tablet tray can also be easily fitted and securely attached to a car seat, stroller or high chair. Made with soft spongy padding, a sealed waterproof top layer and cushioned bottom, this special tray is comfortable and protects the iPad from bumps, spills, or falls. Launch date: September 2012. 7/19/2012 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Savvi Licensed 3-D Impulse Temporary Tattoo Packs by SAVVI

Kids will love receiving temporary tattoos of their favorite characters. These 3-D, interactive packs each include 50 temporary tattoos in a wide variety of designs. Choose from Hello Kitty, Disney Princesses, Minnie Bowtique, Scooby-Doo, Batman, and Spider-Man. Temporary tattoos apply easily with water, and are made with FDA-approved inks in the USA. Launch date: September 2012. 7/19/2012 (Price: $2.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rodeo Rummy by Square Shooters by HEARTLAND CONSUMER PRODUCTS, LLC

Players spin the spinner on their turn, then roll the dice. Players have 3 rolls or less to match the rummy hand on the spinner – but look out for a bonus or penalty that can help or hurt. Win the most points and win the game. When players are done, they can use the dice to play a different game. Game Contents: 9 Square Shooters® dice, spinner, dice cup, and scorepad.
Awards: 2012 Creative Child Magazine Game of the Year Award; Summer 2012 Tillywig Award Winner 7/18/2012 (Price: $17.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

OGOBILD BITS Set 1 by OGOSPORT, LLC

The BILD line offers a stimulating opportunity for constructive play and imaginative exploration. Leap always knew it was destined for fun. Inspired by a rocket, this Bit redesigned itself to fly. With a well placed propeller and a powerful spring, Leap is always ready to leap into action. Crank is the go-to BIT. Whether he's scooping sand, clutching parts, or fixing the other Bits, Crank is the one for the job.Set Contains: 1 OGOBILD BITS Leap character and 1 OGOBILD BITS Crank character.
Awards: Summer 2012 Tillywig Award Winner 7/18/2012 (Price: $16.00)

Ninjago Epic Dragon Battle 9450 by LEGO

Defeat the Great Devourer in the epic battle between good versus evil.  The Great Devourer has been awakened and threatens to devour the world of Ninjago. Can the legendary green ninja, riding the awesome 4-headed Ultra Dragon, overpower this evil adversary? Can Lord Garmadon harness the power of the 4 golden weapons of Spinjitzu to destroy the mighty snake and what about Sensei Wu? Can Jay defeat the evil snake Generals Acidicus, Skalidor and snake soldier Chokun to release his master from the impenetrable snake prison? Includes 7 minifigures: Lloyd ZX, Jay ZX, Sensei Wu, Lord Garmadon, Acidicus, Skalidor and Chokun. Set features 4-headed Ultra Dragon, The Great Devourer, snake prison, Hypnobrai fang blade with blue anti-venom capsule, 4 golden weapons and 7 regular weapons.
— As of 07/16/2012 this product had 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Very large set with many pieces; dragon's jaw can open and close. Cons: One user said that when they tried to play with the product after it was built, the blocks fell apart. 7/16/2012 (Price: $119.99)

Sky Bouncin' Baseball by MAUI TOYS, INC.

With a bounce of up to 75 feet, Sky Ball is the World’s Highest Bouncing Ball. Imagine how high it can bounce if it's hit with a bat. 100 feet? 200 feet? Try up to 300 feet. That’s right, kids can hit Sky Ball out of the park with Sky Bouncin’ Baseball, the farthest hitting plastic bat. And the extreme bounce of Sky Ball takes the game of baseball to a whole new level. Practice hits? No problem, just bounce Sky Ball on the ground and kids’ve got bouncing T-Ball. Sky Bouncin’ Baseball bats come in bright Blue, sporty Green, hi-tech Silver, and glowing Red with matching Sky Balls. Launch date: January 2010.
Awards: 2010 CNBC Sports Toy of the Year 7/13/2012 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

IOTA by GAMEWRIGHT

Look, see, play and score...a lot. Add cards to a grid, making sure that color, shape, and number are either all the same or all different across the line. Sounds easy but as the grid expands, so do the possibilities. Whoever sees the opportunities will seize the win. Iota – The pocket-sized game that’s big time fun. Launch date: September 2012.
Awards: 2012 Mensa Select
— In a Fall 2013 survey, two out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that Iota was their best-selling card game. 7/10/2012 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Room Magic Toy Box, Dragonfly and Lizard by ROOM MAGIC TEXTILES

A toy chest that will be treasured as much as the treasures it holds. A lizard and dragonfly accent this playful toy chest, made of birch veneer and finished in colorful lime green and orange stains. Wave-shaped lid is made of solid hardwood finished in green stain. Safety hinges and gap under the lid prevent little fingers from getting pinched. Larger than most toy boxes, this sturdy chest measures 32”L x 18”W x 17”H. Launch date: June 2000.
Awards: 2002 Pinnacle Award, ASFD "Best Children's Furniture Design" 7/10/2012 (Price: $180.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Designing Star Magnetic Locker Wallpaper Kit by DESIGNING STAR

Designing Star Magnetic all in one Locker Wallpaper kit comes with: 1 magnetic laser zebra printed pencil cup, 3 sheets of our fully magnetic laser zebra printed locker wallpaper, 1 Round Magnetic Gem Mirror, and 4 magnetic heart shaped clips. Our kit comes in 3 different laser printed colors — pink, purple, and silver.  Available in 3 color combinations: Purple zebra, Pink zebra, and Silver zebra designs. Launch date: June 2012. 7/10/2012 (Price: $21.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Putty Peeps - The Putty with Personality by COLOR YOUR TIME INC

Putty Peeps is a new kind of putty which has unique properties no other putty has. When the putty is played and heated from the warmth of your hands, it will act as a solid and can be stretched, shaped, squished, snapped and bounced. When the putty is left to rest it will immediately begin to take on a liquid form and will seem to melt like ice cream however the putty will not be wet or sticky.    In addition to the unique properties of the putty, Putty Peeps adds extra play value by providing high quality realistic color eyes. Children can insert the eyes into the putty to make the product come alive. Kids can now create countless Putty Peep friends to shape and twist them in their own unique ways, strengthening a child’s imagination  Putty Peeps include the following lines; Metallic color line (Red, Blue, Green, Purple and Silver). Glow in the Dark line (Glow Blue, Glow Green, and Glow Yellow). Heat Sensitive Color Changing line (Green to Yellow, Purple to Blue, Orange to Yellow, Purple to Pink). Launch date: February 2012. 7/10/2012 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Topplers Domino Obstacle Course by ROYLCO INC

Stand them up and knock them down. Make your domino Topplers tumble, swing, and wind along a colorful obstacle course track. Turn and connect the printed tracks to form over a hundred possible routes. Combine the tracks with plastic obstacle “stations” like bridges, teeter-totters, and slides. Use the kit to develop fine motor skills, exercise concentration and coordination, customize your own domino obstacle course, and build dexterity and creativity. The Topplers Domino Obstacle Course includes 100 Topplers, 21 printed tracks, and 8 obstacle stations. Launch date: September 2012. 7/5/2012 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Play Clay Gift Pack by PLAY CLAY FACTORY

The Play Clay Gift Pack includes 6 wonderfully scented Play Clay rolls in Blueberry Blast, Cherryberry, Pineapple Punch, Orange Sherbet, Grape Bubblegum, & Sour Green Apple. Made from organic ingredients, Play Clay is the dough that moms love because there's no crumbly mess or staining. Approx. 2 lbs.
Award: 2012 Creative Child Preferred Choice Award 7/5/2012 (Price: $12.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Children's Quartz Watches by SOLO TIME

Children's quartz watches feature: 3 Dimensional bands; some are teaching time dials, other have minute increments; Battery good for approximately 2 years (can be replaced); Bands are available in several hundred designs; Moving disc on dial.  "We have several hundred designs in stock including some that have teaching time dials," Ricky Wilhelm from Solo Time Ltd. told TDmonthly.
— Karen Laroche, manager of Kid's Ketch in Lews, Del., told TDmonthly in a Fall 2013 survey that they sell 15-20 Solo Time watches each month, making them a best-seller in the jewelry category.
— Shirley Reilly, owner of Let's Play in Hillsboro, Ore., told TDmonthly in an October 2014 survey that Solo Time watches were her store's best-selling jewelry and accessories item. 7/3/2012 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Flower Set by PLANTOYS

Make a seed blossom into a beautiful flower. This set includes all the tools kids need to build a flower: seed, soil, watering can, shovel, garden shears, stackable stems, 2 leaves, and 4 interchangeable flower petals. Launch date: August 2012. 6/27/2012

Pull String Tops by JACK RABBIT CREATIONS INC.

These classic pull string tops are made of wood and painted with multicolored stripes. $24 for bucket of 12. Launch date: 2012. 6/27/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

SpongeBob Squarepants™ 3in1 Book by LEE PUBLICATIONS

Play with your favorite SpongeBob Squarepants™ characters in this 3in1 activity book. The activities include Magic Pen® Painting, Invisible Ink and Sticker Puzzles. The Special Pen reveals the invisibly printed pictures. The Special Pen also produces a rainbow of colors instantly. Unscramble the stickers to create a surprise picture. Each book includes 24 pages of fun, a special pen and 2 jumbled sticker puzzles. 6/25/2012 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dora the Explorer™ 3in1 Book by LEE PUBLICATIONS

Play and learn with your favorite Dora the Explorer™ characters. The activities include Magic Pen® Painting, Invisible Ink and Sticker Puzzles. The Special Pen reveals the invisibly printed pictures. The Special Pen also produces a rainbow of colors instantly. Unscramble the stickers to create a surprise picture.
Book 1: Each book includes 24 pages of fun and a special pen.
Book 2: Each book includes 24 pages of fun, a special pen and 2 jumbled sticker puzzles. 6/25/2012 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Original Big Wheel™ by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

The Original Big Wheel Racer has a large 16” front wheel, a three-position “Grow with Me Seat” and sturdy plastic construction. Today’s kids can continue the tradition of Big Wheeling that previous generations grew up riding on, too. 6/22/2012 (Price: $59.99)

Wi Spi Helicopter by INTERACTIVE TOY CONCEPTS LTD.

This remote control helicoptecan be flown using an iPhone or Android app and includes a built-in camera that beams live feeds to the mobile device. "Spy" videos can also be recorded and uploaded to social networking sites. 6/22/2012 (Price: $99.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Video Spy Surveillance System by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

A part of the company’s recently expanded "spy line," this role play toy includes a video camera operated by a remote control that enables kids to view their subjects from 250 feet away. 6/22/2012 (Price: $69.99)

Super Structs BIG Builder by WABA FUN LLC

The multiple, award-winning 126-piece Superstructs™ Big Builder set provides everything you need to build detailed, hard working, construction vehicles. Build a working forklift, dump truck, crane, or utility truck with the enclosed step-by-step plans. And once you have mastered these, you can take them apart and use your imagination to build other great creations! 6/22/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Crazy Cubes by SPIN MASTER TOYS

Each Crazy Cube comes with its own unique combination of shooter, marble and accessories to enhance game play. Every Crazy Cube comes with its own matching marble brain and collector card. Adding to the fun, the collector card doubles as a blocking wall or shooting target when combined with its included post. 6/22/2012 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Waverly and the Magic Seashells by THE BRIDGE DIRECT INC

Mini-collectible seashells that contain little "pets." The seashells are part of a larger universe of "play" that includes mermaid dolls and play sets. Fun for kids to collect, display, and trade with friends. 6/22/2012 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Star Wars Anti Gravity Balls™ by UNCLE MILTON INDUSTRIES INC.

High-bounce Anti-Gravity Balls feature new Star Wars caricatures. 6/22/2012 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

SqwowFish Collector Bank by SQWISHLAND LLC

SqwowFish Collector Bank can be decorated with any soft ‘n squishy SqwishLand toys and helps kids save their pennies. ( Watch Video) 6/21/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]