TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Novelties Product Category

Ghostbusters Stay Puft Marshmallow Man Plush by UNDERGROUND TOYS

This ghostly marshmallow plays the main theme from the movie “Ghostbusters” when you press his tummy. Choose between happy or sad. 2/22/2011 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Egg Bods by BLUW

These cute eggs come in a variety of characters. You can switch around their heads to let them have a chance to experience a different costume. They also wind up and walk. 2/22/2011 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Air Swimmers Flying Fish - Clownfish by WILLIAM MARK CORP

These helium-filled clownfish balloons are remote controlled to "swim" through the air. The infrared remote functions include climb, descend, and tail fin control. Up to a 40 ft range. 57 inches long, 36 inches high. Launch date: 2011.
— As of 10/14/2011 this product had 3.3 out of 5 stars from 16 reviews on ToysRUs.com. Pros: Entertaining. Cons: Flimsy; hard to balance; does not work well in areas with AC, fans, or open doors or windows. ( Watch Video) 2/22/2011 (Price: $41.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

T-Pain's Auto Tune Microphone by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

This microphone was developed in conjunction with the eponymous hip-hop artist, notorious for his auto-tuned jams. The hand-held wireless microphone plays three different beats to sing over, and records your voice. It features pitch-correction. Launch date: Fall 2011. 2/22/2011 (Price: $40.00)

Hexbug Nano Habitat Glow in the Dark by INNOVATION FIRST LABS, INC.

Everything you need to build your own Hexbug Nano Habitat that glows in the dark. Batteries included. 2/18/2011 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hexbug Nano Glow in the Dark by INNOVATION FIRST LABS, INC.

The regular Hexbugs and the HEXBUG Nano Hive Habitat Set won the Specialty Toy of the Year Award at the 2012 American International Toy Fair. This glow in the dark version features the same motion sensors and scuttling capabilities that made the original version so popular. Glow in the dark habitats are also available. Batteries included.
— Jamie Merlavage of Tree House Toy Shop in Cumberland, Md., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2011 survey that they sell about a dozen HEXBUG Nanos each month.
— Mary Porter Green, owner of The Curiosity Zone  in Ashburn, Va., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2011 survey about best-selling toys that she sells a dozen HEXBUGS each month.
— In a March 2012 survey, 2 out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that Hexbugs were their best selling product. Mike DiAndrea, manager of Hardware Toys in Paoli, Pa., said that they sell dozens of different styles of Hexbugs each month, and that the line has been a best seller for more than a year now. 2/18/2011 (Price: $7.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tupac Shakur Bobblehead by FUNKO INC.

Tupac Shakur has sold over seventy five million albums worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists in the world. Naturally, the next step was to become a bobblehead. Launch date: Early 2011. 2/4/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Biggie Bobblehead by FUNKO INC.

Biggie is celebrated as one of the greatest rap artists and is described as "the savior of East Coast hip-hop." That’s why he has his own bobblehead. Launch date: Early 2011. 2/4/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dandy Bandz 24 pack- Baby Boy by Dandy Bandz

These sparkling silicone bands can be stretched out to fit around a child's wrist, but they always go back to their original shape. The 24-Pack Baby Boy Series includes: Pacifier, Baby Boy, Safety Pin, Rabbit, Stroller, Rocking Horse. 2/3/2011 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

I Spy Wonder Tubes by BRIARPATCH INC.

Among the sand and glitter in the I Spy Wonder Tubes are I Spy pictures. Find the floating pictures in the tube to answer the I Spy riddle/rhymes. There are three different sets of riddles and five different colors to collect. "The I Spy Wonder Tubes are unique because they feature the I Spy images AND I Spy riddles," Carol Comes, senior product manager at Briarpatch Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2011. 1/25/2011 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Make Your Own Stickers by STICKERYOU INC

Kids can create and customize their own stickers online and print them at home with StickerYou.com's new product, Make Your Own Stickers.  Kids go on the StickerYou website, design the stickers, and print them on the special sticker paper. Using a code they will find inside their purchase, sticker-lovers can access popular licensed characters and the StickerYou's art bank of images, apply text, backgrounds and color tools, or use special effects and image upload features to create their own personalized stickers. "Stickers have been around for over 100 years, but the industry has always been about providing a readymade product,” said Andrew Witkin, president of StickerYou. “However, today’s consumer - particularly youth - expect to be able to customize their images, something they haven’t been able to do with stickers... until now.” The Make Your Own Stickers line offers consumers their choice of packs of stickers and labels in an assortment of shapes, including Make Your Own Photo Stickers and Make Your Own Sticker Albums. Launch date: June 2011 1/21/2011 (Price: $-8.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fruitominoes by BANANAGRAMS

Fruitominoes, is a domino game for players aged 5 and up featuring fruit connections rather than dots. "With Fruitominoes, we put our fruity new spin on a classic!" said Rena Nathanson, CEO of Bananagrams. The game comes in a portable pouch so that it can be played at home or on the go.
  1/12/2011 (Price: $12.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Epic Fail Bracelet by THE DIRTY PELICAN

This popular internet meme is written in white on a one inch wide, black silicone bracelet. 1/12/2011 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Coexist Bracelet by THE DIRTY PELICAN

This light blue bracelet has the popular Coexist design worked into its surface in a bright white design. One inch wide; made of silicone. 1/12/2011 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Skulls & Roses Bracelet by THE DIRTY PELICAN

This black, one inch wide, silcone bracelet is covered in a design of pink roses, green foliage, and white skulls.  1/12/2011 (Price: $4.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Neocube Alpha by STRONG FORCE, INC.

Composed of 216 individual high-energy rare-earth magnets, the NeoCube allows you to create and recreate an nearly infinite number of shapes and patterns. Can be used to create complex designs and puzzles, or for simple fun and relaxtion. As of 1.06.2011 this product had 4 out of 5 stars from 84 reviews on Amazon.com and was No. 2 on the top 100 bestselling toys and games. PROS: Challenging; stimulates both brain hemispheres; many variations. CONS: Not suitable for children under 14; can be difficult to master. 1/7/2011 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Happy Valentine's Day, Curious George! by HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT

Young readers can help Curious George and his friends celebrate with decorating, baking, and card making.  Ruby-red foil and fold-out flaps provide interesting textures and colors for children to explore while reading. 1/7/2011 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

31 Day Halloween Countdown by BABALU INC.

This spooktacular calendar counts down the days until Halloween - from the 1st of October to the 31st. Upon opening the accompanying "casket" children find a hint, in the form of a question, for each day to help them guess what fun and mildy-spooky, illustration awaits them underneath the corresponding window on the calendar. 11" x 15" Shrinkwrapped.
— "I started carrying [Halloween advent calendars] five years ago, and I would only bring in 6 or 12, and this year, I brought in two or three different styles, and they sold out right away," said Mary Walsh Martel, owner of Magical Child in Greenfield, Mass., in 4Q 2010. 12/22/2010 (Price: $8.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Witch Hat by JACOBSON HAT CO INC

This satiny witch hat gives any hag a touch of class.
—  "We have a store now in Salem, which is the Halloween capital of the world," said Kristen Pollard, owner of Mud Puddle in Marblehead, Mass. "It's very local, market-driven. It's all visitors to Salem. Everyone walks around here in costume or wearing hats. People that come here, if they don't have something, they want something to fit in...to be festive, to join in the fun." 12/22/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Moopus McGlinden Temporary Tattoos by MRS PINKELMEYER LLC

This pack of five temporary tattoos feature Mrs. Pinkelmeyer's dog, Moopus McGlinden. FDA approved.   12/17/2010 (Price: $5.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mrs. Pinkelmeyer Temporary Tattoos by MRS PINKELMEYER LLC

This pack of five temporary tattoos feature Mrs. Pinkelmeyer. FDA approved. 12/17/2010 (Price: $5.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Alphabet Piggyback Bandz by FUNGRINS, LLC

This patent-pending version of an elastic bracelet takes it to a whole new level – perpendicular to the wrist. Piggybacks, “The Bandz That Stand™" have incorporated a mini shaped band that “piggybacks” on top of the traditional shaped rubber band allowing, the top shape to be easily seen when placed on the wrist. A Piggyback Bandz looks similar to many other band bracelets until you slide it on your wrist and watch it stand at attention, upright. The bandz can be layered with one, two or a half-dozen more to create a word, a secret code, a design or whatever the imagination whips up. 12/16/2010 (Price: $4.95)

Mrs. Pinkelmeyer and Moopus McGlinden Bobble Head by MRS PINKELMEYER LLC

This Bobble Head is for a desk, bookcase or shelf and helps to complete any child's Pinkelmeyer collection. ( Watch Video) 12/15/2010 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Foxtail Sonic by KLUTZ

This Foxtail breaks the sound barrier every time you throw it. Whistles lodged in the leather-covered soft sponge ball shriek as it whizzes through the air. 11/24/2010 (Price: $10.95)

Michael Jackson 1026-piece Jigsaw Puzzle by NASHVILLE GAME COMPANY INC

This jigsaw puzzle features the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Featuring depictions of various stages of his life and the Neverland Ranch, this puzzle measures approximately 19"x27". 11/17/2010 (Price: $18.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]