TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Licensed Products Product Category

Shrek the Third: Kung Fu Princess Fiona by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

The Shrek princess doll comes with a karate outfit underneath her dress. Raise the doll’s right arm and a kick will automate. Princess Fiona also comes with body art on her arm, with an additional temporary body art tattoo for children.
- The 2007 release of “Shrek the Third” garnered over $320,700,000 million in the U.S Box Office.
- Fiona’s face is interchangeable, with an ogress mask included for more expansive play.
- The Shrek Kung Fu Princess line also includes Sleeping Beauty, Rapunzel, Cinderella and Snow White. 11/5/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wonder woman Series 1: Agent Diana Prince by DIAMOND COMIC DISTRIBUTORS

The articulated figure stands 6-5/8” tall and comes with its own display base. Launch date: December 5, 2007.
- Designed by Terry Dodson, the Wonder Woman Series 1 line also includes Wonder Woman, Circe and Donna Troy as Wonder Woman.
- A full-length, big screen adaptation of Wonder Woman is scheduled for release in 2009.
- Wonder Woman possesses many special gifts endowed by the Olympian gods, including the Lasso of Truth and bulletproof bracelets formed from the shield of Aegis. 11/5/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Warbird Action Figure by MARVEL ENTERTAINMENT GROUP INC.

The 6” tall PVC figure features rubber hair and a rubber sash. The figure also comes with a Giant Man lower torso piece. Launch date: July 2006.
- Highly unusual for a female figure, Warbird boasts 44 articulations, including ball joint shoulders, bicep twists, double articulations at the knees and elbows and more.
- Originally known as Carol Danyers, the character became Ms. Marvel in the first issue of her own series, and then came back as Warbird in The Avengers.
- Marvel comics was founded in 1939, and released its first issue, Marvel Comics #1, the same year. 11/5/2007

POTC At World's End Elizabeth Swann Action Figure by NECA

The 7” tall action figure is modeled after the likeness of Kiera Knightley’s character, Elizabeth Swann, in the movie “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End.” The figure comes with two swords and a bath house base. Launch date: September 2007.
— “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End,” the third installment in the “Pirates of the Caribbean” series, generated over $112.5 million its opening weekend alone.
— The movie features an ensemble cast, including Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom, Kiera Knightley, Geoffrey Rush and Jack Davenport.
— The “Pirates of the Caribbean” movie series is based on the Disneyland park ride by the same name. 11/5/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Family Guy Series 4 Lois by MEZCO TOYZ

Lethal Lois stands 7-1/2” tall and comes armed with a set of concrete blocks, a break-apart board, an extra set of fisted hands and a display stand. The display stand features a clear rod that holds Lois in the air in a flying kick pose. Launch date: 2005.
- The figure features multiple points of articulation, including a cut neck, ball-jointed shoulders, cut wrists, cut ankles, a cut waist and a cut arm.
- During the first six seasons of “Family Guy,” the show won three Emmy awards and was nominated for four additional Emmys.
- Initially cancelled in 2000, and then again in 2002, “Family Guy” marks the first time a television series was reinstated due to a high volume of DVD sales. 11/5/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kill Bill 18" Bride Action Figure with Sound by NECA

The Hattori Hanzo sword-equipped, 18” tall figure features motion-activated sound, with the voice of Uma Thurman herself. The figure also features a ball-jointed neck, shoulders, forearms, wrists, ankles and more.
— “Kill Bill Vol. 1” generated over $70,000,000 in the U.S. Box Office.
— Oscar-winning director Quentin Tarantino directed “Kill Bill,” volumes one and two.
— Lead actress Uma Thurman received two Golden Globe nominations for her role in both volumes of “Kill Bill.” 11/5/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Alvin and the Chipmunks Singing Pen by KAMHI WORLD

The limited edition pen features the singing talents of the Chipmunks. Simply click the top of the pen, and Alvin, Simon and Theodore will sing their favorite Christmas song. Hear them belt “Me, I want a hoola hoop!” in their high-pitched voices. Launch date: November 15, 2007. 11/5/2007 (Price: $7.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Winter Wonderland DVD by HIT ENTERTAINMENT

HIT Entertainment and Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment introduce this collection of six winter-themed adventures featuring preschool favorites Barney, Bob the Builder, Thomas the Tank Engine, Kipper, Fireman Sam and Pingu the Penguin. Launch date: November 20, 2007. 11/5/2007 (Price: $14.98)

Photo Plate Kit by MAKIT PRODUCTS

Preserve a favorite image in a usable product that is dishwasher safe and break resistant. Each Photo Plate® Kit contains all the information you need turn a photo into a special memory! Photos can be submitted by mail or online and all kits contain one pre-paid certificate for processing the photo of your choice into one (1) 10 inch melamine plate at the Magic Factory™. We have been capturing and preserving family memories since 1969.  11/5/2007 (Price: $16.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Marvel Spidey & Friends Make-A-Plate Kit by MAKIT PRODUCTS

Kids can turn their imagination into a lasting memory with the Marvel® Spidey & Friends Make-A-Plate® Kit. Each kit includes 6 different pre-printed character coloring sheets, two blank sheets for kids' own inspired creations, art markers and a pre-paid certificate for one plate. Kids can color them all and mail their favorite one to us. The Magic Factory™ will mold the artwork into a colorful 10” diameter, dishwasher-safe, break-resistant plate (one design per plate) and ship it back within three to four weeks of receipt. This product is no longer licensed nor carried by Makit. 10/08
 11/5/2007 (Price: $17.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ishababies® Mocha Boy and Girl by AISHA & CO. LLC

The 12” Mocha Girl sports raven cloud-like tufts and a pretty pink dress, and the 11” Mocha Boy comes in a blue jersey. ( Watch Video) 10/31/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ishababies® Peach Boy and Girl by AISHA & CO. LLC

This 12" velvety girl has cloud-like curls and is filled with polyester fibers. Her 11” companion has bright blue embroidered eyes and comes in a jersey as well as the signature Ishababies diaper. 10/31/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ishababies® Marigold Boy and Girl by AISHA & CO. LLC

This 12” velvety girl has raven locks and a purple dress with polka dots, while 11” Marigold Boy comes in a jersey and wears, as all Ishababies do, the signature Ishababies diaper. 10/31/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ishababies® Holiday Caramel Boy and Girl by AISHA & CO. LLC

These soft-sculptured companions are designed to add joy and charm to life. The cuddly friends wear the trademarked Ishababies diaper. 10/31/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Doodlebops Beanie Buddies by iTOYS INC.

These soft-bodied beanies include all three Doodlebops characters, Deedee, Rooney and Moe, dressed in their familiar colorful outfits. Each roto-head doll includes its own instrument and a clip to hang on a backpack or stroller. These characters are fun to collect and share. “These are collectible characters, and more characters will be launched in the spring,” Laura Liebeck of Grand Communications told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2007. 10/31/2007 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Doodlebops Superstar Microphone by iTOYS INC.

This three-mode microphone plays real Doodlebops tunes and has a record-and-playback feature. Launch date: September 2007. 10/31/2007 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ben 10 DNA Alien Heroes - Ben Version 2 by BANDAI AMERICA INC.

The 6" action figure comes with his own miniature light-up Omnitrix and an alien arm attachment. Press a button and Ben’s arms will move; press the Omnitrix and Ben will say, “It’s hero time!” Three different alien arm attachments are available. Launch date: Fall 2007. 10/26/2007

Halo 3: Master Chief Artfx Statue by KOTOBUKIYA / KOTO INC.

Based on the video game Halo, this 12” replica of the armored Mjolnir battle suit is highly detailed. The PVC figure comes with accessories such as a Covenant Energy Sword and dual Magnum handguns for expanded play and posing options. 10/26/2007 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Panda Bear Bean Bag Plush by KIDS PREFERRED INC.

The little beanbag plush sits 7” tall and is modeled after the character in Eric Carle’s book “Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?” A hand puppet version is also available, with an MSRP of $14. 10/26/2007 (Price: $9.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lyra at Oxford by TONNER DOLL COMPANY

The 12” doll is based on an authorized likeness of Dakota Blue Richards’ character Lyra in the film “The Golden Compass.” The doll comes with a display stand and features saran fiber rooted hair, nine points of articulated movement, fine quality vinyl and hard plastic and a detailed outfit. Production of the doll is limited to only 2,000 pieces. The 17” Lord Asriel doll is available separately with an MSRP of $159.99. Launch date: October 2007. 10/19/2007 (Price: $119.99)

SCRABBLE® Express by HASBRO INC.

In this 20-minute version of Scrabble, two to four players roll the dice and use letters to construct a word. Opponents use the remaining dice to build off the previous word played, and the first person to score 200 points is the winner. Launch date: October 2007.
— Of 40 retailers who spoke with TDmonthly in March 2008, four singled out Milton Bradley products as their best-selling travel games.
— Barbara Fineblum, owner of Barston’s Child’s Play in Baltimore, Md., told TDmonthly in March of 2008 that “travel games by Milton Bradley” are the best-selling travel games in her store.
— “Milton Bradley travel toys always are good sellers,” added Gary Larson, owner of Larson’s Toys and Games in Columbus, Ohio. 10/17/2007 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

MONOPOLY® Junior Disney Channel Edition by HASBRO INC.

This game features popular Disney Channel characters from such shows as “That’s So Raven,” “Hannah Montana” and “High School Musical 2.” Launch date: September 2007. 10/17/2007 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

MONOPOLY® Disney-Pixar Edition by HASBRO INC.

In this variation of the classic Monopoly game, two to six players can collect the following Disney-Pixar-themed tokens: Buzz Lightyear, Sulley and Boo, Nemo, Mr. Incredible, Lightning McQueen and Remy. Launch date: September 2007. 10/17/2007 (Price: $21.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The All-New Care Bears in Oopsy Does It! by 20th CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT

In this CGI-animated adventure, Oopsy Bear accidentally ruins the amusement park Cheer Bear and Grumpy Bear constructed for their friends. When evil bear Grizzle takes advantage of the situation by trying to steal the Care Bears’ belly badges, Oopsy must come to the rescue. This DVD is packaged with an Oopsy Bear toy. Launch date: October 23, 2007. 10/17/2007 (Price: $19.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Carrera Go!!! Mario Kart DS Slot Car Race Set by CARRERA

This 1:43 slot car set gives children the chance to race the Mario “B-Dasher” and the Wario “Brute” cars through straights, curves and flyover as they chase each other. It comes with two cars, a transformer, straights, curves, a narrowing set, two hand controllers, guardrails and spare contact brushes and guide keels, plus a track link of more than 20’ with a footprint of 6.56’ x 3.67’. Launch date: October 15, 2007. 10/17/2007 (Price: $74.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]