TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Halloween Merchandise Product Category

Disney Frozen Elsa Musical Light up Dress by CREATIVE DESIGNS INTERNATIONAL LTD.

She'll look enchanting in Elsa's dress from Disney's Frozen! This beautiful Elsa dress features magical motion-activated lights and music! Watch her twirl as the dress lights up and begins to play Elsa's iconic song "Let It Go!" Elsa's dress also features sparkling fabric with a beautiful snowflake glitter print, the perfect addition to her dress up collection. 9/30/2015 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Disney Frozen Musical Light up Dress - Anna by CREATIVE DESIGNS INTERNATIONAL LTD.

Your little one can dress up just like Arendelle's independent princess with the Disney Frozen Musical Light-Up Dress in the Anna style. Motion-activated lights and music play Anna's iconic song, "For the First Time in Forever." The fun dress features a beautiful flower glitter print on its sparkling fabric. 9/30/2015 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Scandinavian Princess by LITTLE ADVENTURES LLC

Let your little one dress up like her favorite heroine princess in this unique dress. The gathered inset, china silk sleeves and intricate gold trim frame the black velvet bodice. The royal blue skirt features a black border consisting of sparkly ruffled tulips. The dress is adorned with a gold sequined hem along the bottom of the skirt. To complete this winter story purchase the Scandinavian Princess and her sister the Ice Princess. Features:: clothing quality fabrics; machine washable. Stretchy, soft and very comfortable. Sizes: S-XL
— Peg Scholtes, owner of Capitol Kids LTD in Madison, Wis., told TDmonthly in a December 2014 interview that the Scandinavian Princess costume is one of their best-selling Halloween toys, due to the popularity of Frozen. 12/30/2014 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ice Princess by LITTLE ADVENTURES LLC

Let your little one fulfill her dream of becoming the Ice Princess. The frosty swirl pattern on this skirt will have your princess swirling ice sculptures in minutes. The decorative lining along the neckline is polished with a single gem. Enjoy the unique sheer drape that delicately falls behind her to create a royal effect. The sleeves and sparkly bodice are made of a stretch-knit fabric and are embellished with a custom glitter print. The dress is finished with a silver sequin detail along the hem. To complete this winter story see our Scandinavian Princess. Features: clothing quality fabrics; machine washable. Stretchy, soft and very comfortable. Sizes: S-XL
— Peg Scholtes, owner of Capitol Kids LTD in Madison, Wis., told TDmonthly in a December 2014 interview that the Ice Princess costume is one of their best-selling Halloween toys, due to the popularity of Frozen. 12/30/2014 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

PlayBac: EyeLike Stickers: Halloween by WORKMAN PUBLISHING

EyeLike Stickers are the freshest, most vibrant sticker books on the market with 400 high-quality photographic stickers in each book.
— Syd Clarke, owner of Ali-Cat in Carrboro, N.C., told TDmonthly in a December 2014 interview that EyeLike Stickers: Halloween is one of their best-selling Halloween toys. 12/30/2014

Disney Wicked Witch Deluxe Hat by ELOPE INC.

There's no rest for the wicked in this Wicked Witch Deluxe Hat! This sleek and sophisticated witch hat comes with an attached fitted head and neck scarf. Just what you need for causing wicked mayhem in the land of Oz. Officially licensed by Disney.
— Emily Bieritz, manager of The Toy Box in Amherst, Mass., told TDmonthly in a December 2014 interview that witch hats from Elope are one of their best-selling Halloween toys. 12/30/2014 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Snazaroo Face Painting Activity Book by COLART AMERICAS, INC.

The new Snazaroo Face Painting Activity Book features 54 pages filled with 23 face painting designs and creative play ideas. Also included are 6 face paints and a sponge & brush.  The three step designs are easy to follow, even for non-readers.  Snazaroo face paints are easy to use and remove. Snazaroo is safe and easy to use!  All Snazaroo products meet both US and EU toy and cosmetics regulations.
Launch date: MAY 2014
— Emily Bieritz, manager of The Toy Box in Amherst, Mass., told TDmonthly in a December 2014 interview that Snazaroo face paint is one of their best-selling Halloween toys. 5/28/2014 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Halloween Screamer by CANDYRIFIC

Building on the popularity of CandyRific’s past Halloween Screamers, 2013 brings a new design, featuring a skeleton and mummy. When you shake them, their eyes light up and they scream four different shrieks. They also include .53 ounces of microbites candy. Launch date: August 2013. 1/18/2013 (Price: $3.99)

Halloween Keychain Flashlight by CANDYRIFIC

Choose from a mummy or pumpkin to guide you on Halloween night. Each keychain flashlight includes a clip and .53 ounces of microbites candy. Launch date: August 2013. 1/18/2013 (Price: $2.99)

Vampy Vince by GUND INC.

The perfect addition to any Halloween party, Vampy Vince sings a Halloween song and dances along to the music (well, his arms and head move to the beat). With a cool black/red/gray outfit and a classic vampire haircut Vince is ready to party this Halloween. Just press the button on his left foot to start the action. Vince comes with 3 AA replaceable batteries.
— In a Winter 2012 survey Teresa Derry, owner of Annie's Toy Chest in Cocoa, Fla., told TDmonthly that Gund monsters were one of her Halloween bestsellers. 1/4/2013 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Spider Dress by CREATIVE EDUCATION OF CANADA

Spider Dress is a black and red spider web print full-length dress. Unique open sleeve design shows the spider web print inner sleeve. Versatile dress can be used as a witch, vampire, or other spooky costume.
— Melissa Pennille, co-owner of Teaching Toys & Books in Tacoma, Wash., told TDmonthly that this dress was one of their top-2 Halloween toys. 12/5/2012 (Price: $30.75) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson by PENGUIN GROUP USA

The witch and her cat are happily flying through the sky on a broomstick when the wind picks up and blows away the witch's hat, then her bow, and then her wand. Luckily, three helpful animals find the missing items, and all they want in return is a ride on the broom.  But is there room on the broom for so many friends? And when disaster strikes, will they be able to save the witch from a hungry dragon?
— As of 12/5/2012 this product had 4.9 out of 5 stars from 128 reviews on Amazon.com
— Pat Siegfried, co-owner of Black Forest Books & Toys in Charlotte, N.C., told TDmonthly in a Winter 2012 survey that Room on the Broom was their bestselling Halloween book. 12/5/2012 (Price: $6.99)

Frankenstein by Rick Walton by MACMILLAN

This laugh-out-loud funny and devilish send-up of Ludwig Bemelmans's Madeline is for little monsters everywhere. Frankenstein is the scariest of all the monsters in Miss Devel's castle. He can frighten anything-animals, parents, even rocks. Until one night, Miss Devel wakes up and runs downstairs to find that Frankenstein has lost his head.
— As of 12/5/2012 this product had 4.9 out of 5 stars from 8 reviews on Amazon.com
— In a Winter 2012 survey Jessica Wood from Northshire Bookstore in Manchester Center, Vt., told TDmonthly that this was their bestselling Halloween book. 12/5/2012 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bop 'n' Glo Halloween Pen by RAYMOND GEDDES & CO., INC.

Bop pen on hard surface to activate light up feature. Assortment contains pumpkin, witch and skeleton light up pens. Black ink; approximately 7" long.
— In a Winter 2012 survey one retailer told TDmonthly that novelty pens from Raymond Geddes were their bestselling Halloween toy. 12/5/2012 (Price: $1.45) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Silly Monster Stickers by PEACEABLE KINGDOM

Kids can never have too many stickers. Make sure to have lots on hand for fun little projects – decorate, embellish, give them as gifts. 2 sheets of 44 permanent acid-free stickers. More than 90 designs to choose from.
— In a Winter 2012 survey Julie Steinbach, owner of Rainbow Toys in Falmouth, Maine, told TDmonthly that they sold 65 packs of stickers from Peaceable Kingdom this Halloween season. 12/5/2012 (Price: $2.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Monsters University Hats & Costume Accessories by ELOPE INC.

We are excited to launch our line of licensed Monsters University products. We'll have cute laplander style hats of Mike and Sulley and several other headwear and accessory items to create your own costume or play dress up. Launch date: January 2013. 11/21/2012 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Designer TOOB® by SAFARI LTD.®

Trick or treat all year round with the Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Designer TOOB® from Safari Ltd®. Eerie Halloween figures will help to celebrate All-Hallows’-Eve even when the holiday has come and gone. Packaged in a reusable acetate tube, this set contains eight glow-in-the-dark figures, including a Cat, Bat, Skeleton, Ghost, Witch, Cauldron, Spider & Web and Pumpkin. Hand painted figures measure 2” H (5 cm) and are suitable for ages 3 and up. All Safari Ltd® products are 100% guaranteed and lead free to ensure children’s safety. Launch date: 2013. 11/8/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lego Monster Fighters Vampyre Castle by LEGO

It's time for the final showdown with the Vampyre. He has gathered all 6 moonstones at his castle and is about to cloak the world in darkness forever so that his followers can roam free for the rest of eternity. Will our heroes Dr. Rodney Rathbone and Jack McHammer survive the castle's hidden spikes and traps to disable the moonstone device? Or will the Vampyre's bride and the manbats throw them into the castle dungeon? You decide. Includes 6 minifigures: Rodney Rathbone, Jack McHammer, the Vampyre, the Vampyre's bride and 2 manbats.
— As of 10/26/2012 this product has 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Lots of pieces (949); detailed minifigures, including some that glow in the dark; lots of details. Cons: Some reviews said this set was not as sturdy as other LEGO building sets. 10/26/2012 (Price: $149.99)

Nano Mutant Glow in the Dark Skeleton Zombie by INNOVATION FIRST LABS, INC.

Get a robotic creature that behaves just as a real bug would. This robotic HEXBUG Halloween Nano speeds around in random patterns, finds its way around obstacles and more all by using vibration-propelled movements. Each one comes with a unique registration number too, so kids can register their HEXBUG online and earn points, play games and learn scientific facts.
— Jessica Wood from Northshire Bookstore in Manchester Center, Vt., told TDmonthly in a Winter 2012 survey that Halloweeen Hexbugs were their top-selling Halloween toy. 10/24/2012 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Professor Gargoyle: Tales From Lovecraft Middle School #1 by QUIRK BOOKS

Every volume in the Lovecraft Middle School series is fully illustrated and features an original lenticular portrait on the cover. Display them on bookshelves and then watch the cover characters morph into monsters as they are passed by. In Professor Gargoyle, we're introduced to 11-year-old Robert Arthur and the strange world of Lovecraft Middle School. It's a brand-new state-of-the-art facility, so why do so many creepy things keep happening? Why is the science teacher acting so strangely? And where are all the rats coming from? As Robert explores with his new friends Glenn and Carina, he discovers that the school may be a portal to another world. Launch date: September 2012. 9/17/2012 (Price: $13.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

petzombIeRock Methuselah by undead4EVR LLC

petzombIeRock is a unique, collectible artwork hand painted and crafted in the USA by the artist, KC. PetzombIeRock makes a great Halloween gift. petzombIeRock arrives in its own coffin. 9/17/2012 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Spot It! Halloween by BLUE ORANGE GAMES

Spot it! Halloween is a party card game consisting of 55 cards, each featuring an assortment of 8 symbols. This special Halloween edition features images such as jack-o'-lanterns, cobwebs, ghouls and other spooky creatures and objects to surprise even the bravest player. Spot It! reinforces visual perception and matching skills. It sharpens reaction time while exercising motor skills and quick cognition in a fun, fast-paced atmosphere.  As with all Spot it! editions, there is always one, and only one, matching symbol between any two cards. This game can be played five different ways. 8/23/2012 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Disney/Pixar Brave Merida's Wig Set by CREATIVE DESIGNS INTERNATIONAL LTD.

Kids can look just like Merida, the star of Disneys animated feature, BRAVE, with this wig. This iconic, curly red haired wig gives a finishing touch to any Merida costume or dress up set. 8/20/2012 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Munster's House Plastic Assembly Kit by MOEBIUS MODELS

From the classic TV series The Munsters. Now people can build their own house from 1313 Mockingbird Lane. HO scale, easy to build accurate plastic kit of the Munster's abode. Complete with window inserts to ease finishing. Needs paint and glue for final assembly. Launch date: September 2012. 7/19/2012 (Price: $44.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Maisy's Trick-or-Treat Sticker Book by CANDLEWICK PRESS

Maisy and her friends love everything to do with Halloween - painting faces on pumpkins, dressing up in costumes, bobbing for apples, and especially going out to trick-or-treat. But they can't do any of these things unless their little fans join the festivities by completing each scene with colorful stickers. Launch date: July 10, 2012. 7/2/2012 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]