TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Novelties Product Category

Squeeze Animals by ESCO TOYS

Squeeze these 6" plush animals, and watch bright colored gel appear. Frog, duck, & pig assorted. Includes key chain. 8"x11" printed display. 3/5/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Breakfast Floss by ACCOUTREMENTS

Who needs breakfast when you’ve got Breakfast Floss? Start off your day by using the coffee flavor on your lower teeth, then switch over to the waffle and bacon flavors for your uppers. It's quite possibly the most delicious way to keep yourself out of the dentist’s chair. Each package contains three 1.5" (3.8 cm) plastic dispensers that contain 12 yards (11 m) of waxed dental floss. It comes on an illustrated blistercard. Launch date: April 15, 2009. 2/27/2009 (Price: $5.95)

ZING AIR ZARTZ by ZING

Ideal for both indoor and outdoor play, ZARTZ feature a safe, SOFTEK foam suction cup that sticks to windows, metal, walls, asphalt or nearly anything with a smooth surface. The self-releasing suction cup allows the ZARTZ to fall just a few seconds after adhering to a ceiling or other hard-to-reach place. ZARTZ are available in 7" and 9" forms, and come packaged in a durable carry case. There's also a Fun Pack that includes two hand-target catchers and a 9" ZART, which can be launched as far as 100'. Launch date: 2009.
— “The Zing Air Zartz are really good right now,” Emily Bieritz, manager of My Favorite Toy Store in Downers Grove, Ill., told TDmonthly in June 2009 when asked about her best-selling gift for boys.
— “Zartz are definitely No. 1,” said Steve Banducci, owner of Games Unlimited in Danville, Calif., when TDmonthly asked about his best-selling sports and outdoor items in March 2010. Banducci reported sales of at least one Zartz per day.
— Four of 37 retailers surveyed in spring 2010 listed Zing as their top-selling brand of outdoor products.

Past videos: WTHRA 2009 ( Watch Video) 2/27/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ecotronic Farm Torches by Russimco Limited

These small flashlights provide light without the use of batteries. They are powered by pressing the handle that pops out from one side, and come in four designs: chicken, pig, dog and cow. 2/18/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Flitter Fairies by WILLIAM MARK CORP

These small, sparkling fairies can be guided around via a magic wand and seem to magically flutter and float in the air. There are three characters: Daria, Eva and Alexa. A demo DVD is also available. Launch date: February 2009. ( Watch Video) 2/17/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

PlayGlo Animal Collection Glow-in-the-Dark Stickers by BRIGHTEC INC.

These glow-in-the-dark stickers are unlike traditional glow-in-the-dark products due to their photo-quality images. The images are illuminated in true color and illumination can last several hours. Each of the four different sticker sheets comes with repositionable adhesive backing, meaning the stickers can be applied to almost any surface and then removed and relocated, without leaving behind any residue. ( Watch Video) 2/16/2009 (Price: $2.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

PlayGlo Pets Collection Glow-in-the-Dark puzzles by BRIGHTEC INC.

Brightec’s PlayGlo Pets Collection puzzles feature three 11” x 15”, 100 piece puzzles. These glow-in-the-dark puzzles feature photo-quality images and can be charged with a few minutes of exposure to light to allow for hours of glow. The puzzle pieces stay together after completion so that the completed puzzle can be hung directly on a wall to provide instant room décor by day and night. ( Watch Video) 2/16/2009 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

XaXa by Astrojax USA – Active People

This adaptable ball features a shock-resistant openable ball on the inside and a soft rubber covering. The core of the ball can be popped out of any hole on the elastic exterior, and then can be filled with rice, coins or other objects to create distinct sounds. Kids can mix and match the balls and covers, and each comes with a secret code where they can play a game online for prizes. Launch date: 2009. 2/16/2009

SplatBack Pig by DJDS INTERNATIONAL LLC

When thrown onto the ground, these squishy pigs splat into a flat, liquid-looking mess, then morph back into their original shape. The pigs come in four colors, and various designs are available. Launch date: February 2009. ( Watch Video) 2/15/2009 (Price: $5.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kooky Fun Klub by COURAGE BRANDS INC.

Fans of Kooky Klickers now have the opportunity to join an exclusive club created just for them.   The Kooky Fun Klub offers exclusive membership benefits and tools for collectors.  Benefits of Klub membership include a special website activation code for members only, an exclusive Kooky Klicker pen named “Desmond”, a Klub Lanyard, Fun Klub Bling stickers, a 2009 Kooky Klicker checklist, a Fun Klub Member certificate, a Fun Klub window sticker, a 2009 Kooky pocket checklist, Fun Klub peel and stick stickers, and a Klub button. Launch date: 2009. 2/2/2009 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

FREAKS OF NATURE FIZZ™ by GEOSPACE INTERNATIONAL

Harnessing high-tech magic, when kids drop the strange “egg” into a container of water, all manner of foaming bubbles and fizz whoosh through the void. When it’s finished, a small creature of unknown origin and form lies at the bottom. It should be picked up and placed into another jar of water. Slowly, fantastically, it begins to grow, and within three days, it’s three times bigger. "These 'Freaks of Nature' aren't just any typical animal. They are wacky cross-breeds. Including a Horsefly (a fly with the head of a horse), a Bullfrog (a frog with the head of a bull), a Catfish (you guessed it, a fish with the head of a cat) and more," Aaron Ackert, sales manager for Geospace International, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2009. THIS PRODUCT WAS NEVER BROUGHT TO MARKET AND IS NOT AVAILABLE. 1/30/2009 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Corndog vs. Broccoli by ACCOUTREMENTS

Captain Corndog and Baron Von Broccoli will settle their ongoing feud once and for all in a knock-down, drag-out battle. The winner will become the undisputed feature dish of the kitchen. Captain Corndog stands 5.75" tall and fights for the delicious legion of carnival food. Baron Von Broccoli is 3-3/8" tall and represents the power of produce. Each vinyl figure has bendable arms and legs. They are packaged in an ilustrated window box. Launch date: February 6, 2009. 1/30/2009 (Price: $9.95)

Cupcake Floss by ACCOUTREMENTS

Individuals can turn a boring nightly routine into a party with Cupcake Floss. The frosting flavor is contained in a 2.5" plastic dispenser that contains 27.3 yards of waxed floss. It comes on an illustrated blistercard. Launch date: February 6, 2009. 1/30/2009 (Price: $4.95)

Fairy Eggs Bubble Gum by ACCOUTREMENTS

Every fairy is hatched from a tiny speckled egg just like a bird. Very few fairies actually get to hatch, though, because their eggs happen to be one of the tastiest treats known to man or mythical beast. These Fairy Eggs have been freshly harvested and come in assorted fruity flavors. Each 3" x 3" x 1" tin contains 32 bubble gum eggs. Twenty-four shrink-wrapped tins are in each illustrated display box. Launch date: February 6, 2009. 1/30/2009 (Price: $4.50)

HEXBUG Ant by INNOVATION FIRST LABS, INC.

Joining the company's family of micro-robotic creatures, this six-legged ant features thin, mobile antennas and travels very quickly. Launch date: February 15, 2009. 1/28/2009 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bubble Thing! by BUBBLE THING

Blow The World’s Biggest Bubbles! This is the famous Bubble Thing that started the giant bubble sport. It blows gorgeous high-flying rainbow-colored bubbles the size of baby whales. Easy! A thrill for all ages. Great for outdoor parties. Graceful operation without compare. Keep dipping and opening and closing the flexible fabric loop to create a fantastic menagerie of bubble shapes and sizes. Package includes BIG Bubble Mix powder that makes 2.7 gallons of world class bubble solution. Just add water and dish soap. ( Watch Video) 1/23/2009 (Price: $11.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bubble Thing Deluxe! by BUBBLE THING

Blow IMPOSSIBLY Big Bubbles! The Bubble Thing Deluxe set the first-ever Guinness soap bubble record in 1988. Length: 50 feet. Volume: 240 cubic feet. And it can blow much bigger. The Deluxe does all the fascinating tricks the smaller Bubble Thing does but more spectacular. The Deluxe is the one you should demonstrate outside your store to attract astonished happy crowds and free media attention. A sporting challenge for big kids and adults, it also adjusts easily in size so six-year-olds can play. (It uses the great BIG Bubble Mix which you can buy separately.) 1/23/2009 (Price: $11.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bubble Thing BIG Bubbles Mix by BUBBLE THING

Stir 2 tablespoons of this world class bubble powder into 16 cups of tap water, add a cup of dish soap, and you’ll blow gigantic soaring bubbles up to 8 feet in diameter! Even 50 feet long! It’s fun to mix. Nontoxic. Designed for the giant Bubble Thing wands (and other wands) and out-bubbles the competition at 1/4 the cost per gallon. The BIG Bubble Mix refill bottle seen here makes 5.4 gallons of solution. 1/23/2009 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Good Luck Mini Babies by SAFARI LTD.®

No one will be able to resist these cute, itty-bitty babies. Perfect impulse item as a souvenir for baby showers. Mini babies are available in two variations, pink and blue. Offered loose in sturdy acetate bins with 192 pieces per bin. Minis average .75” to 1” in length. Hand painted, phthalate and lead free. Ages 5+. Safari Ltd. exceeds all safety standards. Safari Ltd's products are 100% guaranteed.
Awards: A TDmonthly Classics Award for being an all-time favorite toy. ( Watch Video) 1/22/2009 (Price: $0.75) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rocket Squeezie Keyring by ALPI INTERNATIONAL LTD.

This colorful stress reliever measures 1" x 3" and is available for customization. 1/14/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tin Music Box by ESCO TOYS

3" tin music box in assorted prints & songs, and beautiful tones. 13"x10" display box. 1/12/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pocket Binoculars by ESCO TOYS

4" pocket binoculars. Compact for easy carrying. Lens extends with a push of a button. Assorted colors. 5" x 7" card. 1/12/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Metal Spin Top by ESCO TOYS

6" push & spin metal top. The more you push, the faster it spins. 14"x10" display box. 1/12/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Klicker Ball by ESCO TOYS

New novelty klicker yo-yo ball. Stretchable material, with 18 clacking beads. 3.25"x6.5" net bag with header. Includes 10.5"x7.5" display. 1/12/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wedding Pavilion with Jewel Case by PLAYMOBIL INC.

Celebrate the newlyweds’ marriage at the Wedding Pavilion. Includes two figures, bride with veil and bouquet, table and chairs, champagne glasses, pink Wedding Pavilion, and many other accessories. Also comes with a pink jewel case to hold rings. Dimensions 11.4 x 22 x 15.7 inches (L x W x H). Recommended for ages four and up. Choking Hazard. Small parts. Not for ages under 3 years. 1/6/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]