TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Novelties Product Category

Disco Ball by MS. DEE INC.

This light-up silver disco ball is also an audio speaker. When an MP3 player or iPod is plugged in, the multicolored lights flash to the beat of the music. A line-in cable is included.
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Jellyfish by FASCINATIONS

This tranquil kinetic sculpture features "magic" jellyfish that bob and swim through a stylish mini-aquarium. The product includes multi-colored LED lighting, a "magic fish" bag, "magic fish" food, two plastic containers, a spoon, a siphon, a magnifer and instructions. It measures 9.7” x 7.3” x 2.5.”

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Nature's Fire by FASCINATIONS

This kinetic sculpture features an underwater volcano. The product includes motion Beads, multi-colored LED lights, an A/C Pump and a power adapter. It measures 9.7" x 7.3" x 2.5."

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Igrobot I Grow Grass Growing Robot Planter by NOTED CO

Unpack the I Grobot from its little red box, place its body on its legs, fill it with peat and seeds provided, water and watch it come alive. Its grass-head can be cut and will grow again just like a lawn. When the grass is finished growing, the 4" x 2.5" glazed ceramic novelty planter can be replanted or used as a container. 6/15/2010 (Price: $12.49)

Toy Story 3 Spud Lightyear by HASBRO INC.

Kids can reenact their favorite scenes from the "Toy Story" trilogy with this cute potato figure. The playful spud sports a space outfit just like Buzz Lightyear's, from shoes to protective visor. 6/15/2010 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Toy Story 3 Woody's Tater Roundup by HASBRO INC.

This cute cowboy spud is ready to wrangle up some fun. Dressed like Woody from the "Toy Story" movies, this potato character features a removable cowboy hat, vest, boots and belt. 6/15/2010 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bug Light Hand Crank Rechargeable Flashlight by KIKKERLAND DESIGN INC.

This 2.75" x 2" x 1" flashlight is available in ladybug and honeybee versions, and is designed to be both cute and eco-friendly. It requires no batteries; simply crank the side handle to charge. 6/15/2010 (Price: $6.44) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Animal Staple Free Stapler by KIKKERLAND DESIGN INC.

This environmentally friendly plastic stapler is designed to be kid-safe and comes in dog and cat versions. It eliminates the need for staples by cutting out tiny strips of paper and using the strips to stitch up to five pieces of paper together. 6/15/2010 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pink Piggy Rechargeable Hand Crank Flashlight by KIKKERLAND DESIGN INC.

This 4" by 2.5"  flashlight is designed to be both cute and eco-friendly. It requires no batteries; simply crank the side handle to charge. A bright LED bulb and pink carrying strap are included. 6/15/2010 (Price: $8.88) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zoo Lunchies by SKIP HOP INC.

These animal Lunchies have a roomy, insulated bag that keeps food and drinks cold. The large main compartment is big enough to fit a sandwich, apple and juice box, and the interior mesh pocket can carry utensils and more. The top handle clips onto other bags or Zoo Packs. These 7.5" x 9" x 3.25" packs come in dog, monkey, mouse, penguin, bee and owl versions. 6/15/2010 (Price: $13.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zoo Packs by SKIP HOP INC.

These animal backpacks have a roomy main compartment, insulated pouch for snacks, mesh bottle pocket and padded adjustable straps. The 10" x 11.5" x 4" packs come in dog, monkey, mouse, penguin, bee and owl versions. 6/15/2010 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hello Kitty Teddy Bear MIMOBOT by MIMOCO INC.

This limited edition MIMOBOT designer USB flash drive is decorated with an image of Hello Kitty and her teddy bear. 6/14/2010 (Price: $34.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Domo X MIMOBOT by MIMOCO INC.

This limited edition 16GB MIMOBOT includes pre-loaded Domo animation clips and sound software. 6/14/2010 (Price: $79.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hollywood Musicals by LANGENSCHEIDT PUBLISHING GROUP

This book and postcard package is an informative visual feast of pop-culture iconography. Featuring spreads on movie icons and individual musical classics, Hollywood Musicals covers show-stopping classics such as "Singin' in the Rain," toe-tapping favorites like "Jailhouse Rock," and modern romps like "Mamma Mia!" "Not only is there an informative book, written by an expert on film and media, about the iconic and glamorous Hollywood Musicals, but there is also the added bonus of six, full-colored oversized postcards," Andrea Sper, Langenscheidt Publishing Group marketing assistant, told TDmonthly. 6/14/2010 (Price: $14.99)

Old School FIKI Football by FIKI SPORTS

Old School FIKI Football is a tabletop football game with a genuine leather triangle "football." It includes a goalpost and 5" x 7" replica football field. "FIKI Football is patented and the only genuine leather tabletop football game on the market," Richard M. Crasnick, president of FIKI SPORTS, told TDmonthly. 6/14/2010 (Price: $8.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wizards & Dragons Scramble Squares® by b. dazzle, inc.

Scramble Squares® are nine-piece puzzles that feature original art and only one solution. They're designed for everyone from age 4 to 104.
— Teri Lucas of The Old Schoolhouse Magazine loved Scramble Squares, describing them as “the puzzle lover's challenge, the perfectionist's nightmare, and loads of laughs.”
— Living Sola Gratia’s Brandi found Scramble Squares to be deceptively simple. She suggested keeping an unopened Scramble Squares on hand as a perfect last-minute gift. 6/14/2010 (Price: $8.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Silly Bandz Beach Shapes by BCP IMPORTS LLC

The 24-count, beach-themed Sillybandz pack includes Message in a Bottle, Crabs, Palm Trees, Sail Boats, Surfers and Seashells. These bands are UV activated and change color under sunlight, and can be collected, worn, or traded with friends. Launch date: June 2010.
—  Diane Gervais, manager of Amato’s Toy & Hobby in Middletown, Conn., described Silly Bandz as “hotter than hot” in May 2010.
— Mike DiAndrea, manager of Hardware Center Inc. in Paoli, Pa., told TDmonthly in late spring 2010 that his store sells 1,500 Silly Bands monthly. Other retailers from the 13 of 43 that named the product as an overall best seller, cited sales of anywhere from dozens to hundreds of packs per month. 6/10/2010 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jam Erasers by IWAKO

Each of these colorful erasers measures about 1.25" and resembles a fruit-filled jar of jam. The jam erasers are made in Japan and are sold separately or in a themed pack. 6/8/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Teddy Bear Erasers by IWAKO

Each of these colorful erasers measures about 1.25" and includes a removable pencil sharpener backpack. The teddybear erasers are made in Japan and are sold separately or in a themed pack.
— Iwako erasers were best sellers at Dancing Bear Toys in Asheville and Hendersonville, N.C., in summer 2010. “These are so cute!” owners and sisters Sarah and Erika Evers told TDmonthly. “They are also inexpensive, and they pop apart and are like puzzles.” 6/8/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Iwako Pig Eraser in Six Colors by BC INDUSTRIES

Available in pastels, these pig erasers are collectible and have removable puzzle parts.
— Iwako erasers were best sellers at Dancing Bear Toys in Asheville and Hendersonville, N.C., in summer 2010. “These are so cute!” owners and sisters Sarah and Erika Evers told TDmonthly. “They are also inexpensive, and they pop apart and are like puzzles.” 6/7/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dessert Erasers by IWAKO

These small, dessert-themed erasers with removable parts are available as a group and in single packs.
—  Twelve percent of 43 specialty retailers named Iwako erasers as a best seller in May 2010.
—  Karlene Rearick, owner of The Alphabet Garden in Cheshire, Conn., told TDmonthly in spring 2010 that Japanese novelty erasers are their “top seller.” Owner Molly McMullin of Twirl in Ranchos de Taos, N.M., cited sales of at least 100 units a month. 6/7/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Silly Bandz Princess Pack by BCP IMPORTS LLC

The 24-Pack Princess Shapes includes: Tiara, Diamond Ring, Glass Slipper, Princess, Majestic Castle, Magic Wand. This pack has shapes in six assorted colors to be collected, worn, or traded with friends. They can be treated as traditional rubber bands and worn as bracelets but spring back into their original shape when not in use. Launch date: 2010.
— Silly Bandz were on the top-10 best-seller list at Dancing Bear Toys in Asheville and Hendersonville, N.C., according to the storeowners, sisters Sarah and Erika Evers, in June 2010. “They are cute, inexpensive enough for kids to afford, and fun to trade,” they told TDmonthly.
— As of 7.13.10, this product had 4 out of 5 stars from nine reviews on Amazon.com, and was listed No. 1 in best-selling toys and games.
PROS: Fun, collectible, wearable (the right size for most children's wrists) and ideal for party favors. CONS: Some shaped rubber bands may have a bad smell, but it likely depends on the packaging and seller.
AWARDS: 2010 TDmonthly Top Seller (entire Silly Bandz line) 6/7/2010 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rubber Band Bracelets by COOL JEWELS WHOLESALE FASHION JEWELRY

These fun shaped rubber band bracelets glow in the dark and come in assorted shapes. Sold in 12 piece bags. 6/4/2010 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rubber Band Shooter Blaster Supreme by HOG WILD

The Rubber Band Shooter Blaster Supreme shoots rubber bands when users loop one end of the band around the site and place the other into the expanded gripper area. It comes with 100 red rubber bands and can also be used as a pen. 5/25/2010 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zoo Ear Buds by HOG WILD

Zoo Buds are zoo-themed, in-ear headphones. They come with three different ear tip adaptors for a custom, comfortable fit. Zoo Buds fit the iPod, iPhone and other 3.5mm plug-in devices, and are available in six styles. 5/25/2010 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]