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SafariTime™ Pals is a bit of adorable and a bit of wild all mixed into one fun package! They come with their own animal themed removable “hoodie” that’s made of cuddly microfiber plush and are available in six different animal costumes. With their extra squeezable beans bodies and sweet Adora vinyl faces, they are perfect to take along for hours of palling around! 1/17/2014 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
Baby Lit - The Jungle Book by GIBBS SMITH, PUBLISHER
Venture deep into the jungle on an animal-naming safari hunt in Jungle Book: A BabyLit Animals Primer. Spy a sneaky snake, a lazy bear, and a proud panther before roaring like a tiger into the night. Jennifer Adam’s carefully curated quotations provide the best of Rudyard Kipling’s descriptions of Kaa, Baloo, Bagheera, Shere Khan and more while teaching little ones the characteristics of these colorful jungle animals. — Dan Marshall, co-owner of Peapods Natural Toys & Baby Care in St. Paul, Minn., told TDmonthlyin a December 2013 survey that this is one of their best-selling books. 12/27/2013
INDESTRUCTIBLES: BABY BABBLE by WORKMAN PUBLISHING
Indestructibles are the books built for the way babies read. They are 100 percent baby-proof, chew-proof, rip-proof, and drool-proof. Printed on a unique nontoxic, paperlike material that holds up to anything babies can throw at it—gumming, spilling, dragging across the floor— Indestructibles are the little books that could. They’re indestructible. And if they get dirty, just throw them in the washing machine or dishwasher. Baby Babble is a first vocabulary book, featuring baby at the table: spoon, banana, cheese. Baby at play: blocks, teddy bear. Inside baby’s house: lamp, socks, crib. Outside baby’s window: cloud! — Dan Marshall, co-owner of Peapods Natural Toys & Baby Care in St. Paul, Minn., told TDmonthly in a December 2013 survey that this is one of their best-selling books. 12/27/2013
The Very Busy Spider by Eric Carle by PENGUIN GROUP USA
With over 300,000 copies sold since its publication in 1985, The Very Busy Spider is well on its way to becoming a modern classic. Follow an industrious spider as she carefully spins her web. A cow, a pig, and other farm animals want her to play-but a busy spider needs to finish her work, or there'll be no dinner. — Mary Walsh-Martel, owner of Magical Child in Greenfield, Mass., told TDmonthly in a December 2013 survey that this is one of their best-selling books. 12/27/2013 (Price: $14.99)
Who says children and wild life can’t play together? Mobi introduces AnimaLamps™, the cool-running LED light that’s great for desktop, late night changing table and feeding, reading in bed, games, and playtime. Portable and solidly built, AnimaLamps ™ can go anywhere. Adjustable brightness, one-touch operation and built-in rechargeable battery makes it the perfect light for children. Caution: we’ve heard reports of parents stealing AnimaLamps ™ from the nursery. Awards: Mom's Choice Gold, NAPPA Gold and National Parenting Center Seal of Approval awards. 9/30/2013 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
The "Sounds Like Fun" products are all designed with multiple instruments so that the parent and child can bond through making music together. For parents and caregivers, each musical instrument is accompanied by parent-friendly, developmentally appropriate educational materials to empower them in their role as their child’s most important educator. These laminated cards are an easy reference to make playtime learning time, too. 7/12/2013 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
Pop! Pop! Piano™ by PATCH PRODUCTS INC.
When children press a key on the piano, they not only hear a sound, they see stars pop up! The clear arch guides the popped stars onto a different pipe so when another note is played, they’ll pop some more! Adults can remove the arch to allow the stars to land on the floor, encouraging children to crawl after them. Pop! Pop! Piano measures 9" x 11" x 5.34" with clear arch attached. For ages 12 months and up. — Dean Smith, owner of JaZams in Princeton, N.J., told TDmonthly in a January 2015 survey that Pop Pop Piano is their store's best-selling musical toy. They sell around 10 each month. — Dean Smith, owner of JaZams Toys in Princeton, N.J., told TDmonthly in an April 2015 survey that the Pop-Pop Piano is their store's best-selling infant & toddler toy. They sell around 12 each month. 7/11/2013
2-in-1 iPotty with Activity Seat for iPad by CTA DIGITAL
The iPotty for iPad allows parents to make this tech tool accessible to their child without having to worry about it getting dirty or damaged. Creating a relaxed and fun atmosphere can make all the difference in success for their child when learning how to use the potty. Toilet training can be a stressful time for parents and children. Many parents have discovered that the iPad, along with the many toilet training and age appropriate entertainment apps that are available, can be valuable in providing focus and fun during this important developmental time. 6/26/2013 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
My First Doll is made with soft plush in a vibrant shade of pink and has adorable embroidered details. She makes a wonderful gift for your child to love and squeeze. — "Our best plush items are some of the cute Kids Preferred items, like their soft baby dolls," Kim Emigh, manager of e-commerce at Growing Tree Toys in State College, Pa., told TDmonthly. 6/26/2013 (Price: $14.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
Aurora’s two new activity dolls feature enough buttons, zippers, knots and Velcro to keep any child happy and busy for hours. The dolls are squeezable soft and their open arms and warm smiles beg for a child’s attention. The precious girl doll has a pretty pink dress with embroidered butterfly while the boy’s yellow shirt features a red car with buttons as tires. (size: 15 inches). 5/29/2013 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
Jef the colorful little dog transforms into a brightly-colored football. The little bells jingle when you throw it! 5/23/2013 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
A charming representation of HABA with natural colored beech wood along with a rainbow of wooden beads. A cheery addition to any baby’s rattle collection. Non toxic water based stains. 6mo+ — David Stelzer, owner of Shananigans Toys in Baltimore, Md., told TDmonthly in an April 2015 survey that Haba rattles and toys are their store's best-selling infant & toddler toys. 5/23/2013 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
ELC Stacking Cups by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC
Ten cups to stack or nest are great companions to water and sand play. — Patti Tepper-Rasmussen, owner of Learning Tree Toys, Games & Books, Inc. in Oklahoma City, Okla., told TDmonthly in an April 2013 survey that these stacking cups are among her store's best-selling bath toys. 4/22/2013
Wheeee-mote Control Cars by BATTAT INC.
Designed for little hands with big plans. Beeps, flashes & spins. Easy to turn when it hits an obstacle. Radio signal works across rooms. Auto-off feature conserves all that power. Try it in the dark - colors light up your room like a toddler disco. — Mary Porter Green, owner of Curiosity Zone in Ashburn, Va., told TDmonthly in an April 2013 survey that their best-selling infant/toddler toy is "probably the Battat 'Wheeee-mote Control Car' - we always seem to be ordering more." 4/22/2013
Green Ring by BEGINAGAIN
One part teether, one part toy. The Green Ring is perfect for teething and beneficial skill building infant fun. The Green Ring is 100% compostable and features GreenDot, a MADE IN THE USA biomaterial made from corn! The GreenRing toy is comprised of a 3 inch loop of smooth maple wood encircled by our soft, corn starch bio-resin. This clip friendly ring is great for travel, easy cleaning, and is 100% eco-friendly. The bright green outer ring can be removed and sanitized in the dishwasher. — Gladys Griffin, owner of Main Street Toy Shop in Columbus, Ga., told TDmonthly in an April 2013 survey that Green Ring is one of their best-selling infant/toddler toys. 4/22/2013 (Price: $11.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
Mirari Zig-Zag Xylo™ by PATCH PRODUCTS INC.
Children will enjoy making music by tapping the xylophone keys one by one. Even better, when children want to move on to another toy, simply unfold the instrument and it becomes a pull-along train. Children can tug on the string to watch the colorful 17"-long train chug-chug behind them! An attached mallet will help children reveal six different tones. For 12 months and up.
TDmonthly recommends looking at Schoenhut for similar, high-quality musical toys and instruments. 3/20/2013
Mirari Busy Buddy™ by PATCH PRODUCTS INC.
Children will be delighted by this adorable 9.5" toy featuring six removable shape-sorting and color-matching gears! Once all of the gears have been correctly placed, they will move ‘round and ‘round with a simple turn of the knob, encouraging children's hands-on exploration and discovery. And as a lively bonus, Busy Buddy’s eyes blink and ears wiggle when the gears move. For ages 9 months and up. 3/20/2013
Ages 3 months to 24 months.The Octo-Brush from Baby Banana is a 100% silicone toothbrush and teether in one. The unique design of this product has nubs, bumps and suction cups on its unique tentacles, making teething and brushing 8 times more exciting for little ones. Specially engineered token bristles on the underside of the tentacles help children get used to manipulating a cleaning device in their mouths, while still having fun and being able to hold the Octo-Brush all on their own! 3/1/2013 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
Playskool Big Hugs Elmo by HASBRO INC.
Little ones are sure to fall in love with Hasbro's first feature Elmo toy that can hug them back! When tots give their red furry friend a hug, Elmo will wrap his arms around them to show how much he loves them! This cuddly 22-inch lifelike Elmo has flexible arms and a soft head. He sings a sweet song about hugs and a bedtime lullaby, and encourages pretend play. This all new design makes the BIG HUGS ELMO Hasbro's largest, cuddliest, most lifelike Elmo interactive plush ever! Requires four AA batteries, not included. — David Hesel, owner of The Toy Shop of Concord Inc in Concord, Mass., told TDmonthlyin a May 2013 survey that "Anything Elmo" is their best-selling licensed toy. 2/26/2013 (Price: $59.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
Soft Blocks by SOFT BLOCKS LLC
Soft Blocks are soft, interlocking blocks that are safe for kids to use. It doesn't hurt to step on them, and kids won't pinch their fingers or have trouble pulling the blocks apart.
2/21/2013
Pound & Roll Tower by MELISSA & DOUG
Knock the four brightly colored balls through the holes, then watch and listen as they roll down the ramps. Sturdy wooden hammer included. — Michelle Deutschmann, owner of Kaleidoscope Toys in Falmouth, Mass., told TDmonthly in a February 2013 survey that they sold six of this item during the holidays, "which is a big number for a smaller store." 2/13/2013 (Price: $19.99)
Adora’s GiggleTime™ Babies...just give them a hug and they emit a contagious “giggle”! At just over 16 ounces GiggleTime™ Babies are easy to take along in their very own baby carrier. You will adore them from their little button noses...to their tiny little hands and feet. Each handmade doll is with open and close eyes is created in our exclusive, lightly baby powder scented, Gentle Touch™ vinyl. They are perfect for cuddling with their soft doeskin body and bean bag weighted bottom.
Adora BathTime™ babies are the perfect doll for the bath, pool or any water fun! Each BathTime™ baby comes with their very own washcloth and removable animal themed bath robe that when taken off shows the adorably cute swimsuit printed body. From their tiny little noses to their belly buttons . . . they are absolutely adorable, a perfect blend of sweetness and love for infants on up. Their exclusive “QuikDri™” body will dry in no time and ready to play again.
Features: • Ready to Splish-Splash in the Bath or pool • Machine Washable • Open and close eyes • Handmade with love • Already in my swimsuit! 2/12/2013 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]
Adora’s SnuggleTime™ Babies are absolutely adorable, a perfect blend of sweetness and love for infants on up. Their removable flower “hoodies” are made of ultra soft and cuddly microfiber plush available in three blooming colors. They are perfect for cuddling from their Gentle Touch™ vinyl head to their soft, squeezable bodies.
