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

USA PUZZLE CUBES by SMART PLAY LLC

A six-sided block puzzle that encourages kids to re-create familiar animals, landmarks and map of USA. Turn the blocks to make 6 different puzzles...mix and match for more creative fun. Great educational toy that challenges the cognitive skills in assembling the matching blocks. Large 2” Blocks are easy to hold and play with. Includes a slide-out tray and mini images of completed puzzles. Launch date: February 2013. 1/8/2013 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Topobots by GEARED FOR IMAGINATION

Hero, Vampire, Rocker and Pirate styles available.  Mix and match; the more kids collect, the more possibilities they have. Recycled wood, made in the USA. 1/8/2013 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sushi Selection by HAPE

Playing with new foods encourages kids to try them. Watch a real sushi chef (Itamae) in action. Roll sandwiches or filled lettuce leaves into sushi shapes. 1/4/2013 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

LEGO Friends Emma Karate Class 41002 by LEGO

Emma's dojo is a piece of the Far East, right here in Heartlake City. Practice Emma's favorite martial arts and help her to prepare for another fantastic performance. Train hard to win the trophy by chopping the practice block in half. After a great practice, wind down in the tranquil environment with the cute bonsai tree and drink some water. Then use the mask and sword to start mastering kendo. Includes Emma mini-doll figure. 1/4/2013 (Price: $11.99)

Chima Cragger Command Ship 70006 by LEGO

The ultimate swamp battle is on. Leonidas and Lonnex are making a jet-bike escape with the Croc tribe’s CHI, but it takes more than that to outsmart croc prince Cragger. Fire up Cragger's Command Ship and go after them. Activate the huge snapping mouth, swipe the croc tail and fire the CHI-powered missiles. Call in their Raven ally Rawzom to track them from the air or to swoop down from above and catch those CHI-nabbing cats. Then, deploy the stealthy mini boats and high-flying croc helicopter to stop them from ever leaving the swamp. Includes 6 minifigures with assorted weapons. 1/4/2013 (Price: $79.99)

Chima Razcal Glider 70000 by LEGO

Soar high above the mystical world of Chima in Razcal’s Glider to help Razcal guard the CHI. Fend off other tribes with the Raven Glider’s beak and grabbing claws, or capture them with the chain. Protect the Raven tribe’s CHI. Includes Razcal minifigure and a buildable weapon. Launch date: 2013.
— Karen Park, owner of Zaks Gifts in Manchester-by-the-sea, Mass, told TDmonthly that LEGO's new Chima line is their overall best seller.
— In a May 2013 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that LEGO Legends of Chima was their best-selling construction toy line. 1/4/2013 (Price: $11.99)

Chima Eris Eagle Interceptor 70003 by LEGO

Alert the Eagle tribe. Razor and Rizzo have the Eagle tribe's Chi and are escaping on the winged raven glider. Launch Eris' Eagle Interceptor and go after those bird bandits. Use its realistic beak, poseable wings and legs, grabbing talons and tail to launch an aerial counter attack. Engage the cool attack pose and fire the missiles to bring these bandits down or capture them and throw them in the onboard prison. Then deploy the eject function to fly off and fight another day. Includes 3 minifigures and assorted weapons. Launch date: 2013. 1/4/2013 (Price: $34.99)

Globe 4 Kids 10" by REPLOGLE GLOBES

The Globe 4 Kids Globe by Replogle is a 10-inch Illustrated, illuminated globe that is perfect for kids of all ages. With its vividly displayed political diagrams and relief map it is an excellent tool to help teach children about various regions and their significance in the world. It also features pictures of a mixture of animals, landmarks, and even people to help teach where some historical figures are from. 1/4/2013 (Price: $74.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bucket Top Mountain Train Set by KIDKRAFT

Our bucket top mountain train set lets kids explore an entire world. When playtime is finished, storing this train set is a breeze – everything comes packaged in a convenient bucket. Molded mountain with two waterfalls and a lake – mountain doubles as the lid of the bucket the train set comes in. 61 pieces include fire truck and police station; airport with helicopter, helipad, airplane, and runway; townspeople, trees, and other accessories. Compatible with Thomas & Friends® wooden train sets and Brio® smart, sturdy construction. 1/4/2013 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Connect 4 Launchers by HASBRO INC.

Connect 4 Launchers is a fast-flying checkers game that gives players three different checker challenges to prove they can connect em up and win. Includes 21 red checkers, 21 yellow checkers, 4 pillar pieces, 2 clear grid trays, 1 red checker launcher, 1 yellow checker launcher and instructions. For 2 or more players. Ages 5 and up. 1/2/2013 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sidekix - Mojo by ZOOBIES

These Sidekix Toys are just like the pets kids have at home — only they can take them anywhere and they're a lot easier to clean up after. When these little furry friends are zipped into a ball they are ready for action. They can be tossed, kicked, thrown or anything a ball can do. By pulling on the custom made Sidekix Toys zipper pull kids can transform their sidekix back and forth from the ball to their lovable and furry friends. 12/20/2012 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mega Bloks Jeep Ride-On (available in Classic and Pink) by MEGA BRANDS

Makes real mechanical sounds. Includes10 Jeep-colored blocks. Storage under the seat. Ride along or use as push toy. Can also be used as a walker. Launch date: Fall 2013. 12/20/2012 (Price: $44.99)

YouTurns by B. toys by BATTAT INC.

Get the road trip started as you steer your little car around the B. town on the screen, which lights up for night driving. Shift through forward, neutral and reverse. Both the engine and the horn make actual sounds. The LED blinkers let everyone know where your little driver is headed. Your child can push the music button to hear 3 driving songs in 3 unique styles. The YouTurns also make the perfect car seat toy – flip it over and it doubles as a pillow.
Awards: 2012 Dr.Toy Best Picks 12/14/2012 (Price: $19.99)

Tapeffiti Tape Art Tote Set by FASHION ANGELS

Tapeffiti Tape Art Tote Set is a fashion craft kit. Decorate the tote bag with 6 mini tape dispensers with different colors and patterns. Also has 6 replacement rolls and a style design guide with more than 2 dozen other project ideas, including tape bracelets, picture frames, pens or pencils, and pen/pencil containers. (Comes in Barbie licensed version, too). Also sold separately are 4 or 6 roll collection of Tapeffiti tapes in various designs, patterns, and colors. Color and pattern tapes for decorating is one of the hottest personal style trends for teens and tweens. Included are a full size tote bag, 6 mini tape dispensers with assorted colors and patterns.
Awards: 2012 Dr.Toy Best 20 for $20
— Karen Laroche, manager of Kid's Ketch in Lews, Del., told TDmonthly in a Fall 2013 survey that Tapefetti is one of their best-selling tween products.
— Molly McMullin from Twirl in Ranchos de Taos, N.M., told TDmonthly in a January 2014 survey that Fashion Angels Tapeffiti was a best-selling arts & crafts toy. 12/14/2012 (Price: $13.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Plus Plus 100 pcs Midi Basic by GEARED FOR IMAGINATION

Simplistic shape. Endless possibility. The only tools required are the children's imagination. Plus Plus bricks is made in Denmark of PE (polyethylene). Free of phthalates and PVC. 12/13/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

500 pc Square Forever Young - Hobby Horse by MASTERPIECES PUZZLE CO. INC.

This collection of puzzles features the whimsical artwork of Hayley Gillespie. Inspired by her son; they conjure the feeling of what it is to be a child and how short and special that time can be. The puzzle itself has 500 pieces and the chipboard used is made of recycled materials. Design: Hobby Horse. Finished dimensions: 19x19 inches. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Imported. 12/11/2012 (Price: $10.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Beyblade Metal Fury Performance Top System Legendary Bladers Descendants Set by HASBRO INC.

It’s a pack of stamina, defense and more defense with the Legendary Bladers: Descendants 3-pack set of spinning battle tops. In the stamina column of this trio of fierce Beyblade tops is the Scythe Kronos T12EDS top, with a Spin Track part whose Tornado design helps create a sustaining vortex. Its Eternal Defense Spike Performance Tip part is for stamina and defense. Create custom top combinations by switching parts, and may the best top win. 12/11/2012 (Price: $26.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sofia Plush - 13" : Sofia the First Once Upon a Princess Doll by DISNEY

Detailed plush with embroidered details. Textured fabric clothing with embroidered details and glitter accents. Launch date: 2012. 12/11/2012 (Price: $45.99)

Creative Building Kit, 650 pieces 5749 by LEGO

With 650 elements in a wide variety of colors, shapes and sizes, the LEGO Creative Building Kit is the perfect supplement to any LEGO collection - includes building instructions. 12/11/2012 (Price: $47.99)

GoldieBlox and the Spinning Machine by GOLDIEBLOX INC

This is the first book & construction toy in the GoldieBlox series. Meet Goldie, her beloved dog, Nacho, Benjamin Cranklin (the cat with an attitude), Katinka (the dolphin ballerina), Phil (the sloth) and Flavio (the bear from Brazil). Help Goldie figure out how to build a belt drive to spin everybody. Includes: (1) storybook, (1) pegboard, (5) wheels, (10) axles, (5) blocks, (1) crank, (1) ribbon, (5) washers. Launch date: April 2013.
— In a May 2014 survey Suzi McMullen, manager of Doodlehopper 4 Kids in Falls Church, Va., told TDmonthly that Goldieblox was a best-selling construction toy in their store. "When we had it, we sold out all 24," she said.
— In a September 2014 survey, LyndaBlankenship from Smart Toys & Books in Knoxville, Tenn., told TDmonthly that Goldie Blox are one of the store's best-selling science & nature toys. 12/10/2012 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Puzzle Doubles Glow In The Dark Dino by THE LEARNING JOURNEY INTERNATIONAL

Learning about dinosaurs has never been so much fun. Expand your knowledge of dinosaurs with this 100-piece Puzzle Double! After you put the puzzle together, turn off the lights and the puzzle glows in the dark! Additionally turn the puzzle over and you have a coloring activity. The bright illustrations encourage parent-child conversation. Each 100-piece puzzle measures a giant 3’ X 2’. Launch date: November 2012. 12/5/2012 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lift and Learn ABC by THE LEARNING JOURNEY INTERNATIONAL

This fun and colorful tray puzzle features the alphabet and will encourage children to develop letter recognition skills.  Lined text teaches uppercase and lowercase handwriting skills.  Pictures are also printed under the pieces to guide younger children. Launch date: November 2012. 12/5/2012 (Price: $10.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sketcher Projector by CRAYOLA LLC

Kids can show off their cool drawings in a big way. Draw or trace anything on the reusable plastic sheets with the special markers – kids can even use additional sheets to create layered looks. Then project their creations on the walls or ceiling up to 20 times larger than the original size. 12/5/2012 (Price: $25.99)

Light Sketcher with Glowfitti Spray Can by CRAYOLA LLC

Create with light on almost any flat surface with the repositionable glow canvas. Make luminous drawings with the light wand or the crystal tip with starburst effects. Comes with airbrush can for great sound effects ,stencils and texture sheets. 12/5/2012 (Price: $25.99)

nanoblock U.S.S. Enterprise Aircraft by OHIO ART CO.

The USS Enterprise is the longest aircraft carrier in the US and the oldest. It has recently taken its final voyage after more than 50 years. With over 900+ assorted size and colored pieces kids can create a 3D image of the USS Enterprise down to the tiniest detail. It is the end of an era for the US Navy, making it the perfect gift for any Navy buff or construction enthusiast. With a finished size of 3.25” x 15.25” d x 3.25” h , it would make a nice addition to any den. 12/5/2012 (Price: $149.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]