TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Play Sets Product Category

LEGO Star Wars - Resistance Troop Transporter by LEGO

Deliver passengers in the Resistance Troop Transporter with opening hatches, lowering ramp, dual flick missiles and space inside for the 4 minifigures included in the set. 2/29/2016 (Price: $69.99)

MEGABLOKS® Halo Phaeton Gunship by MEGA BRANDS

The UNSC will be diving for cover with the arrival of the Phaeton Gunship by Mega Bloks Halo! Used by the Forerunner Prometheans in their long war against the virulent Flood, the Phaeton once again takes to the skies. Build the Phaeton and support the two Promethean Soldiers as they try to prevent a brave Spartan from getting a lock on the Phaeton with her rocket launcher! Ideal for ages 8 and up Features: Buildable Forerunner Phaeton, featuring front turret and two heavy beam cannon arrays Includes a highly detailed, super-poseable, UNSC Spartan and two Promethean Soldier micro action figures Spartan micro action figure features detachable Orbital armor and authentic Pilum Rocket Launcher weapon accessory Promethean Soldiers can be armed with a Boltshot and Binary Rifle weapon accessories Collect and combine with other Mega Bloks Halo sets to build your own authentic Halo universe! 11/6/2015 (Price: $44.99)

LEGO Friends 41101 Heartlake Grand Hotel Building Kit by LEGO

Enjoy an amazing stay at Heartlake City's Grand Hotel! Heartlake Grand Hotel over 3 modular stories has an elevator, lobby, 2 bedrooms, rooftop pool, taxi, 5 LEGO Friends mini-dolls and much more. Includes 5 mini-doll figures: Andrea, Olivia, Stephanie, Susan and Nate, plus a dog and a cat. The three-story Hotel features a lobby, reception area, cafe, jazz bar, master bedroom, single bedroom, rooftop pool area, functioning elevator, outside dining area, fountain and a black cab. The hotel lobby features a revolving door, chandelier, reception desk with computer element, cafe and a jazz lounge with stage, grand piano, saxophone and microphone elements. The master bedroom features a double bed, vanity desk and a sliding door to the balcony. 10/28/2015 (Price: $129.99)

LEGO Creator Treehouse 31010 by LEGO

Create your very own treetop hideaway with the 3-in-1 LEGO Creator Tree house. Open the secret trapdoor and climb up the fold-down ladder. Use the gray bucket to lift supplies up with the winch. Fill the red bucket with water and tow it up to keep unwanted guests away. This detailed playhouse includes a yellow wagon for transporting all your favorite things to your treetop hideaway, a hollow tree for storing your secret treasure map and a dog. Remove the roof for easy access to the storage area and sleeping bag, or detach the entire Tree house. Rebuild into a cute lakeside hut with a jetty and pizza oven or a 2-story farmyard barn with a garden and wheelbarrow using the supplied alternate building instructions. Includes a child minifigure. 10/26/2015 (Price: $29.99)

B. Critter Clinic Toy Vet Play Set by BATTAT INC.

Our B. Critter Clinic features a hospital with 6 private rooms, 2 cute plush patients, color match keys and 5 tools. The stethoscope, mirror, syringe, tweezers and thermometer give you everything you need to make your "critter" all well. 10/26/2015 (Price: $39.99)

Dinosaur Stompin' Grounds™ by NEAT-OH! INTERNATIONAL LLC

Millions of years in the making, Neat-Oh! Dinosaur Stompin' Grounds™ capture the real life world of dinosaurs where dangers lurked in lava lairs and tarry pits. There are four playsets each come with a hand painted dinosaur figure, a playbase, and lava, swamp slime or tar. 2/3/2015 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Calico Critters Hopper Kangaroo Family by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

Father, Richie is a huge sports fan and works as a sports writer for the Cloverleaf Corners newspaper. Sister, Isabella is the most popular girl in school. She is a member of several clubs including gymnastics and tennis. Baby girl, Katie loves to take a lot of naps and listen to lullabies.
— Barbara Fineblum, owner of Barstons Childs Play in Rockville, Md., told TDmonthly in a December 2014 interview that the Calico Critters Hopper Kangaroo Family was a best-selling play set at their store. 12/30/2014

Calico Critters Cloverleaf Townhome by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

The lights turn on and off in this spacious four-room townhome, and the room divider can be moved to create a fifth room. The home opens and closes for lots of decorating and pretend play fun. The moveable staircase and extra floor area can be used to create larger rooms. House measures 12"" x 12"" x 12"" closed, 21"" x 21"" x12"" opened. The Hazelnut Chipmunk Family lives in this home. Critters & some accessories sold separately.
— In a December 2014 survey, two out of nine retailers told TDmonthly that this was a best-selling play set at their store. 12/30/2014

D.C. Comics Superman: Man of Steel Basic Fig. Assortment by UNITED PRODUCT DISTRIBUTORS LTD

Kids can play out the iconic moments inspired by the new movie "Man of Steel" with this assortment of heroes and villains. Superman features different suits and armor for a variety of looks, and each 3.75-inch figure carries an accessory that attaches to its hand. Sized extra big, these tools showcase Superman's spectacular strength and fearless battling ability. Includes 1 figure and 1 accessory. Each sold separately, subject to availability. Ages 4 and older. © D.C. Comics 9/2/2014 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Disney Mickey and Friends Toy Figure Playset, 4-Piece by UNITED PRODUCT DISTRIBUTORS LTD

The whole gang is here with this original Disney character 4-pack. Includes the following figurines: Mickey Mouse, Minnie, Goofy And Donald. 2" tall figurines on average. © Disney. 9/2/2014 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Alpine Cable Car by PLAYMOBIL INC.

Cable has a maximum distance of 6.6 feet. Dimensions of the Valley Station: 15.2 x 12.2 x 9.4 inches (LxWxH). Dimensions of the Mountain Station: 13.4 x 7.7 x 13.4 inches (LxWxH). The average construction time is approximately 60 minutes.
— Paula Bolte, owner of Imaginations Toy & Furniture Co. in Blacksburg, Va., told TDmonthly in a November 2014 survey that Playmbil is her best category - almost 10% of her store's sales come from Playmobil. 8/28/2014 (Price: $61.59) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

LEGO Technic - Twin-Rotor Helicopter by LEGO

The Twin-rotor Helicopter is a great way to get started in the LEGO® Technic universe with rotors that really turn with each other. 8/28/2014 (Price: $12.99)

3 Red Dragon Knights by PLAYMOBIL INC.

These three knights fight under the red dragon insignia. Their black, red and silver accessories include shields, helmets, swords and more.
— In an August 2014 survey David Stelzer, owner of Shananigans Toy Shop in Baltimore, Md., told TDmonthly that "Playmobil usually outsells everything else in the store," and Playmobil makes the store's best-selling action figures. 8/28/2014 (Price: $10.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Disney Princess - Ariel's Amazing Treasures by LEGO

Ariel’s Amazing Treasures from LEGO® brand Disney Princess™ includes a beautiful coral reef, golden gates, treasure chest, pearl and more!
— Three out of 11 retailers told TDmonthly in a May 2015 survey that LEGO was their best-selling brand of licensed toys. 7/31/2014 (Price: $12.99)

SnowTime Anytime Snowballs by PLAY VISIONS INC.

Snow Time Any Time is the only product on the market that allows kids to have wintry snowy fun anytime they want, even on hot August days! These specially designed snowballs are light and fluffy and feel like a real snowball. Soft and safe, they even crunch with you squeeze them! Item# 7500 count suggested retail $30.00. Item#7501 15 count suggested retail $20.00. 4/29/2014 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

GoGo City Fire Station Playset by KID GALAXY INC.

Create your own GoGo City with this Fire station play set. Includes building, detachable ramps, water cannon and a soft, safe and squeezable fire engine with a powerful pull-back friction motor. 18 months and up. 9/26/2013 (Price: $29.99)

LEGO Friends Stephanie Soccer Practice 41011 by LEGO

Train with Stephanie for the big soccer game. Dribble the soccer ball through the cone obstacle then practice guarding the goal with the goal-shooting function. Practice hard then take a quick break on the bench and refuel with the water from the cooler and a banana. After some tough training, play fetch with Scarlett. Includes Stephanie mini-doll figure and her dog, Scarlett. 1/18/2013 (Price: $11.99)

LEGO Friends Olivia's House (3315) by LEGO

Visit LEGO Friends Olivia's House (3315) with all of the LEGO Friends. Olivia, her parents and her pet cat live in a big, bright house with lots of rooms for hanging out and having fun. Help Olivia to grill up a barbeque for the girls. Mow the lawn with the lawnmower. Write in Olivia's diary and swing in the yard. Then, host a sleepover or have a party. Olivia's House is built in sections for easy rearranging. Decorate, customize and rebuild it. 1/15/2013 (Price: $84.99)

LEGO Dino Tower Takedown (5883) by LEGO

Net the pteranodon before it flies away with the bait in the LEGO Dino Tower Takedown (5883). Our hero has lured a hungry pteranodon dinosaur to the lakeside tower with a smelly fish. As the giant bird swoops from the sky to grab the bait, can our hero capture it using the net shooter or will he be forced to make a quick exit on the speedy jet boat? 1/15/2013 (Price: $19.99)

LEGO Dino Raptor Chase (5884) by LEGO

Stop the raptor in its tracks with the lasso in this LEGO Dino Raptor Chase (5884) building playset. The speedy raptor is heading towards the city and must be stopped at all costs. Chase down the dashing dino in the big-wheeled off-roader, fire the tranquilliser gun and capture it with the lasso.
— In a May 2013 survey, three out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that LEGO was their best-selling brand of construction toy. 1/15/2013 (Price: $39.99)

LEGO Friends Stephanie's Cool Convertible (3183) by LEGO

Cruise in style with LEGO Friends Stephanie’s Cool Convertible. Hop into the coolest ride in Heartlake City to pick up the LEGO Friends for a road trip full of fun and adventure! Stephanie loves cruising in her convertible. Help her wash it to a sparkle and load her puppy into the backseat. Then, take her and her LEGO Friends to the beauty shop, to the beach or on a road trip. Includes a Stephanie mini-doll figure and her dog, Coco. 1/15/2013 (Price: $14.99)

LEGO Ninjago The Golden Dragon 70503 by LEGO

Lloyd, the golden ninja, has summoned the powerful Golden Dragon into an epic stand-off against Lord Garmadon's minions. Attach Lloyd onto the Golden Dragon and soar into battle. Avoid the launching catapult attacks with the huge extending wings. Fire the dragon sphere! Harness the power of the Golden Dragon to send Lord Garmadon's soldiers back underground. Includes 3 minifigures with weapons: Golden Ninja Lloyd, scout and warrior.
— Joe Berardoini Jr, owner of Pun's Toys in Bryn Mawr, Pa., told TDmonthly in a May 2013 survey that though they don't carry many licensed toys, LEGO Ninjago does well.
— In a Fall 2013 survey, 50% of retailers told TDmonthly that LEGO items were overall best-sellers at their stores.
— In a August 2014 survey, Sunni, manager of Doodlehopper 4 Kids in Falls Church, Va., told TDmonthly that LEGO Ninjago is one of their best-selling lines of collectibles. 1/14/2013 (Price: $29.99)

LEGO Creator Fire Brigade 10197 by LEGO

Build an authentic vintage fire station! Ding ding ding! There’s a fire in town! The fire brigade drives to the scene from this detailed and realistic 1930’s fire station. Designed to fit with other modular buildings like 10182 Café Corner and 10185 Green Grocer, the station features rare LEGO® pieces and innovative construction techniques. It includes a ‘30s-style fire truck, 4 minifigures, a fire-dog, an opening station garage door, and a removable building roof for interior access. It also includes 2 fully-furnished floors with fire-fighting tools, racks for the firemen's helmets, fire-pole, ping-pong table, kitchen with fully-stocked fridge, couch, bookshelf and a roof with a water tower and bell. Measures 14" (35 cm) high and 10" (25 cm) wide.
— As of 1/11/2013 this product has 4.4 out of 5 stars from 38 reviews on Amazon.com. 1/11/2013 (Price: $149.99)

LEGO Friends Olivia Newborn Foal 41003 by LEGO

Take care of the newest arrival in the Heartlake City stables with Olivia and fun accessories. Get water from the moving pump to fill up the trough and feed the foal with the carrot. Then use the wheelbarrow to collect the hay for the foal under the buildable tree. Groom her with the accessory pack including ribbons, brushes and combs to make her very pretty. Includes Olivia mini-doll figure. 1/4/2013 (Price: $11.99)

LEGO Friends Emma Karate Class 41002 by LEGO

Emma's dojo is a piece of the Far East, right here in Heartlake City. Practice Emma's favorite martial arts and help her to prepare for another fantastic performance. Train hard to win the trophy by chopping the practice block in half. After a great practice, wind down in the tranquil environment with the cute bonsai tree and drink some water. Then use the mask and sword to start mastering kendo. Includes Emma mini-doll figure. 1/4/2013 (Price: $11.99)