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

Aqua Pets by WILD PLANET

These Aqua Pets are updated versions of eight fan favorites from the original line. They feature redesigned aqua pods, offering new games and increased interactivity. Each Aquapet has its own look, sounds and songs. The creatures come alive when kids, or other Aquapets, interact with them. A microchip, microphone and speaker housed in the toy's base enable Aquapets to register and respond to sound. Each character replies with movement and melody. The more kids play with their Aquapets, the more songs they will perform and the livelier they'll become. Aqua Pets can also play three new interactive games: - Memory Moov (a memory-building sequence game) - Aqua Speed (a fast-paced reflex challenge) - Bubble Boogie (a fun and silly way to make your mini marionette dance) Place two or more Aquapets together for an AquaParty and the buoyant buddies will dance, chirp and converse with each other. Each energetic character has a sleep function, because even the most interactive friends need to rest. 4/13/2011 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Banzai Splash Blast Lagoon Pool by TOYQUEST

Scale the climbing wall and slide through the water-spraying arch into the connected splash pool. With the included continuous- airflow blower motor, the pool and slide inflate in two minutes. With a garden hose connected to the top of the slide, water will spray down so kids can slide into the pool. Heavy-duty Dura-Tech construction ensures lasting strength and durability. Includes 1 Inflatable Water Slide, 1 Blower Motor, 3 Blower Ground Stakes, 1 Water Spraying Hose Assembly, 6 Water Slide Ground Stakes + 1 Extra, 1 Carrying Bag, 1 Repair Kit (Glue for repair kit). Safety Warning - use with adult supervision. 4/13/2011 (Price: $329.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bud's Silly Buddy - Blue by BUNNIES BY THE BAY

Shake, rattle and hold...these Silly Buddies now all come as pacifier holders and a rattle has been added to each. Machine wash and tumble dry. Size: 10"

 3/22/2011 (Price: $14.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Blossom's Silly Buddy - Pink by BUNNIES BY THE BAY

Blossom is a soft, pink velour bunny. Her extra long arms make it easy to tie her on the side of a crib or atop the perfect baby gift. Machine wash and tumble dry. Size: 10" 3/22/2011 (Price: $14.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Blossom's Buddy Blanket - Pink by BUNNIES BY THE BAY

Plush floppy eared bunny has snuggly soft pink velour blanket, lined and edged in silky satin. Embroidered message reads, "Best Friends Indeed." Washes beautifully, machine wash and tumble dry. Size: 16"

 3/22/2011 (Price: $24.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bud's Buddy Blanket - Blue by BUNNIES BY THE BAY

Plush bunny with soft blue velour blanket lined and edged in silky satin. Blanket is open in the back for easier snuggling. "Best Friends Indeed" embroidery. Machine wash & tumble dry. Size: 16" 3/22/2011 (Price: $24.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Poofin Stars & Charms by POOFIN LLC

A Poofin is a large pillow-like Star that holds a collection of soft picture charms that represent all the great things in a kid's life and what they like about themselves. "Kids can make it one-of-a-kind by filling it with as many as 50 small, soft charms of their choosing. As kids build their charm collection, they get an understanding of just how awesome they are. Poofin is a plush collectible toy with soul that bridges the inner and outer dimensions of a child. As we like to say: What you put inside is what’s inside you. Poofin allows a child to share their stories with friends and family through the sharing of their personal charm collection," Ann Bowar, principal of Poofin, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2011. 3/22/2011 (Price: $24.95)

HEXBUG Spider by INNOVATION FIRST LABS, INC.

This not-so-creepy crawler features 360 degree steering, an LED forward eye, and two-channel, user selectable infrared remote control. The two-channel remote control enables users to operate multiple bugs independently or at the same time. As the largest member of the HEXBUG family, the complexity of its internal mechanisms and six-legged crawling motion is truly hypnotizing. 3/4/2011 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

HEXBUG Nano Bridge Battle Habitat Set by INNOVATION FIRST LABS, INC.

The HEXBUG Nano Bridge Battle Habitat Set allows kids to create the ultimate battleground for the HEXBUG Nano. HEXBUG Nano owners place their bugs on either side of the elevated arena where they must scurry over an orange bridge, through one-way gates and meet in the center battle platform. HEXBUG Nanos nudge and knock their competitor out of the battle arena until only one bug is left standing and reigned champion. Bridge Battle comes with 29 easy connect pieces and two rare HEXBUG Nanos.
— In a Summer 2011 survey, 25% of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that HEXBUGs were their best-selling electronic or battery-operated product. 3/4/2011 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

HEXBUG Nano Raceway Habitat Set by INNOVATION FIRST LABS, INC.

Ready, Set, Nano! Kids can race their HEXBUG Nano bugs by constructing their very own customizable Raceway Habitat Set. HEXBUG Nanos test their speed and take off out of the starting gates at a lightning pace in attempt to out-scurry their competition to the finish line, zooming through dangerous divides and tricky turns. ( Watch Video) 3/4/2011 (Price: $59.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

HEXBUG Nano Elevation Habitat Set by INNOVATION FIRST LABS, INC.

HEXBUG Nano collectors can unleash their creativity as they build and construct the expansive Elevation Habitat Set. Elevation features a multi-level spiral and bridges that can accommodate an entire HEXBUG Nano collection, and enable each Nano bug to stretch its rubber legs as it traverses through the sizable mini-community. The customized track includes one spiral ramp that rises two levels up, offering explorative HEXBUG Nano bugs the best view in town. 3/4/2011 (Price: $59.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Glow in the Dark HEXBUG Nano Starter Set by INNOVATION FIRST LABS, INC.

The Glow in the Dark HEXBUG Nano Starter Set is perfect for any first time HEXBUG Nano owner. Each Glow in the Dark HEXBUG Nano Starter Set is expandable. Kids can build onto their habitat sets using additional track pieces until they’ve constructed their own little micro robotic community. 3/4/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Techno Gears Marble Mania Twin Turbo Trax by THE LEARNING JOURNEY INTERNATIONAL

Children will have a blast building and racing on this fast and fun Techno Gears Marble Mania Twin Turbo Trax. After completing the build kids can compete against each other as they race their marbles through this exciting turbo marble speedway. Fun sound effects add to the excitement and the winning time shown on an LED display. Colors may vary. Requires two "AA" batteries and two button cell batteries. "We manufacture the longest running marble run on the market, " Sherri Borrelli, Sales Administrator for The Learning Journey International, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2011. 3/4/2011 (Price: $79.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Match It! Make It-Farm by THE LEARNING JOURNEY INTERNATIONAL

The Make It! series are fun construction games that will challenge problem solving and memorization, and will develop fine motor skills of young children as they build their favorite creatures. Featuring Dinosaurs, Zoo Animals, Farm Animals and Animal Babies. Make It! is a multi-player game that teaches cooperation skills and animal recognition. Simply take turns selecting game cards and try to collect the pieces necessary to complete your animal. 3/4/2011 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Discover Amber Science Kit by DISCOVER WITH DR. COOL

Polish real amber to reveal the hidden treasures that may be trapped within. Just like the paleontologists in the movie Jurassic Park, kids will create a window back in time. Follow the simple instructions and peer into the real amber pieces in search of ancient bugs and plants that were alive during the time of the dinosaurs. This fun activity kit contains 5 real pieces of amber, 6 special grades of gemstone quality sandpaper, magnifying glass, adventure booklet, and an amber-colored key chain with a genuine scorpion inside. Launch date: 2012.
Awards: 2012 National Parenting Center Seal of Approval; 2012 Product of the Year - Informal Education Products ( Watch Video) 3/1/2011 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Stikits 1000 Piece Set by POOF-SLINKY INC.

These sticky pellets are made of cornstarch and are completely non-toxic and edible. Just add a little bit of water to get them to stick together, then construct models from the pellets. Comes with 1000 multicolor pieces. 2/22/2011 (Price: $25.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Global Water Quality Kit by THAMES & KOSMOS

This environmentally focused toy teaches kids how to test water for impurities, with the option of uploading their results online and comparing with other kids’ finds. Includes information on global water quality and encourages kids to think of ways to use science and chemistry to assist countries with unsuitable drinking water. 2/22/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Justin Bieber Real Hairstyle Doll by THE BRIDGE DIRECT INC

The Real Hairstyle Dolls feature fashion collections based on Justin’s lifestyle from beachwear to performances to red carpets, and each doll comes with several cool accessories such as a skateboard, backpack or sunglasses. 2/18/2011 (Price: $17.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bizu by SPIN MASTER TOYS

Make bracelets, charms, and necklaces anyway you want. Give the jewelry a twist and it turns into a cute animal figure. There are over 60 characters to choose from, and the different beads are interchangeable. 2/18/2011 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mezco Mega-Scale ThunderCats Lion-O by MEZCO TOYZ

ThunderCats Ho! Straight from the ThunderCats' Lair on Third Earth, it's Lion-O and the legendary mystic Sword of Omens. This mega-scale figure measures over 20 inches tall from the tip of his upraised, extended sword to the soles of his Thunderian boots. Featuring 7 points of articulation this mega figure is extremely detailed, capturing not only the iconic look of Lion-O as he appeared in the classic television series, but the essence of Lion-O as he proudly raises the mystic Sword of Omens towards the heavens and roars out "Thundercats, Ho!" He comes complete with his Claw Shield and a removable mystic Sword Of Omens. Lion-O is packaged in a collector-friendly window box that allows him to be displayed while remaining Mint In Box. "We are the only 20 inch tall Lion-O ever produced. After the recent story on MTV pre-orders went insane," Mike Drake, director of special projects at Mezco Toyz, told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2011. 2/9/2011 (Price: $39.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Green Lantern Quickshot Game by PRESSMAN TOY CORP.

Green Lantern Quickshot Game is an action-packed game that allows kids to put their dexterity to the test as they load up their shooters with marbles and try to pop out the Green Lanterns. The game was produced in conjunction with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, and is based on Warner Bros. Pictures’ upcoming 2011 film “Green Lantern.” The movie will make its theatrical debut on June 17, 2011. Launch date: May 2011. 2/4/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jungle Pals Stacking Puzzles by MANHATTAN TOY

Each puzzle features 5 easy pieces that slot together to create four jungle critters. Sets can mix and match to create a bevy of new animal breeds. Bright graphics suggest each animal's natural markings. Launch date: January 2011. 1/26/2011 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Manhattan Toy Flat Puzzles by MANHATTAN TOY

Puzzles feature natural wood grain as a back drop to vibrant silk-screened colors. Matching patterns and colors on the board help children place the pieces. Puzzle pieces are chunky in size and easy for little hands to manipulate. Comes in four designs. Launch date: January 2011. 1/26/2011 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lucky Ladybug Color Match Up by MANHATTAN TOY

This illustrated wooden board comes with color-coded ladybugs that are rounded and raised to provide easy removal and placement on the board. Use this matching ladybug game to introduce the concept of fair play and taking turns while sharpening focus and memory. Launch date: January 2011. 1/26/2011 (Price: $25.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Busy Bug Count & Match Dominoes by MANHATTAN TOY

This game includes 27 wooden dominoes with cute-as-a-bug illustrations for each number. Tiles come in a portable bug habitat with sliding mesh window. Launch date: January 2011. 1/26/2011 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]