TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Plush Product Category

YooHoo & Friends Holiday Carolers by AURORA WORLD INC.

These 5" bean-filled plush toys are available in four styles. When squeezed they sing three Christmas songs, including “Jingle Bells,” “Santa Clause is Coming toTown” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas." 7/12/2010 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

YooHoo & Friends Wintertime by AURORA WORLD INC.

These 8" plush toys come complete with candy cane color schemes. Each makes a sound, and the
candy cane embroidered on the tummy lights up when squeezed. 7/12/2010 (Price: $13.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

YooHoo & Friends Halloween by AURORA WORLD INC.

These 5" bean-filled plush toys feature orange or dark purple color themes, and make sounds when squeezed. 7/12/2010 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

YooHoo & Friends "WannaBe" Pumpkin by AURORA WORLD INC.

This 5" bean-filled plush toy comes dressed as a pumpkin and makes spooky witch or laugh sounds when squeezed. 7/12/2010 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

YooHoo & Friends 5" Aspirations Cheerleader by AURORA WORLD INC.

YooHoo Aspirations plush toys wear detailed costumes and make fun sounds when squeezed. Pammee the Fennec Fox comes dressed as a cheerleader and is also available in an 8" version for $15.99. 7/12/2010 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

YooHoo & Friends 5" Aspirations Soccer Player by AURORA WORLD INC.

YooHoo Aspirations plush toys wear detailed costumes and make fun sounds when squeezed. This plush bush baby comes dressed as a soccer player and is also available in an 8" version for $15.99. 7/12/2010 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Marsha Baby Mallard by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This soft, cuddly 6" duck is breed-specific and has a distinctive expression and gestures. 7/12/2010 (Price: $6.90) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Beatrice Pig by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This soft, cuddly 10" pig is breed-specific and has a distinctive expression and gestures. 7/12/2010 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Lucky Draw Cowboy Bear by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This 12" super-soft plush bear wears a Western-themed outfit. He is designed to coordinate with his "younger brother," The Kid Bear. 7/12/2010 (Price: $17.85) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Greta White Flower Horse by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This floppy, soft 11" horse Fuzzle features a fresh, distinctive color combination. Fuzzles can be used for play, gifts or room decor. 7/12/2010 (Price: $11.55) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Elvis Rock Hopper Penguin by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This soft, cuddly 9" penguin is breed-specific and has a distinctive expression and gestures. 7/12/2010 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Stripes Humboldt Penguin by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This soft, cuddly 10" penguin is breed-specific and has a distinctive expression and gestures. 7/12/2010 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Elwood Emperor Penguin Chick by DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYS

This soft, cuddly 10" penguin is breed-specific and has a distinctive expression and gestures. 7/12/2010 (Price: $14.70) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zonk the Monkey by GEARED FOR IMAGINATION

Ze Super Zeros are hero friends whose super powers and problems blend. Each Super Zero has a "mini" power and a related challenge that aims to teach kids to embrace what makes them unique and find their inner Super Zero. The Super Zeros measure 9" tall and feature removable capes and pouches to contain kids' special treasures. 7/9/2010 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ze Super Zeros Zipo the Hippo by GEARED FOR IMAGINATION

Ze Super Zeros are hero friends whose super powers and problems blend. Each Super Zero has a "mini" power and a related challenge that aims to teach kids to embrace what makes them unique and find their inner Super Zero. The Super Zeros measure 9" tall and feature removable capes and pouches to contain kids' special treasures. 7/9/2010 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rumblies Garret Garbage Truck by MANHATTAN TOY

Garret Garbage Truck features blinking lights and clicking wheels. He also has a retractable tail pipe. Durable, soft construction and materials make this truck suited for indoor play.
Awards: Canadian Toy Testing Council 2-Star Award 7/9/2010 (Price: $24.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rumblies Adam Ambulance by MANHATTAN TOY

Adam Ambulance features lights that blink and plastic wheels that click when moved. Durable, soft-sided construction and materials make this truck suited for indoor play.
Awards: Canadian Toy Testing Council 2-Star Award; Toy Wishes Top Pick 7/9/2010 (Price: $24.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Snuggly Space Friends Snuggly Spaceship by MANHATTAN TOY

This super-soft blanket is attached to a brightly colored spaceship. It features dangling ribbons designed for babies to grasp and hold. 7/9/2010 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Snuggly Space Friends Alien Friend by MANHATTAN TOY

This toy is small, but comes with a multitude of features. The "alien" includes elastic arms, crinkle paper, a squeaker, ribbons and teethers. 7/9/2010 (Price: $8.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby-Ville Happy Book by MANHATTAN TOY

Embroidered messages and baby faces adorn each soft page of this six-page book. Features include a rattle, mirror, peek-a-boo flaps, and vibrant colors, plus lots of fun fabrics. The book attaches to most strollers and carriers with a hook and loop closure. Baby-Ville toys feature the images of celebrated photographer Penny Gentieu, recognized worldwide for her signature-style baby photography. 7/9/2010 (Price: $16.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby-Ville Activity Ball by MANHATTAN TOY

This soft activity ball features a chime ball, teething ribbons and an array of textures and color. Baby-Ville toys feature the images of celebrated photographer Penny Gentieu, recognized worldwide for her signature-style baby photography. 7/9/2010 (Price: $16.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Aurora Brites Puppets by AURORA WORLD INC.

These playtime puppets from Aurora all have sound, bright colors and a shimmery shine in the details. Kids will appreciate all the different animals available including Giraffe, Lion, Elephant, Tiger, Monkey, Zebra, Mutt, Kitty (image attached), Pony, Cow, Piglet and Lamb (10”, MSRP: $12.99) 7/9/2010 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Aurora Paws Puppets by AURORA WORLD INC.

Paws Puppets are nicely stuffed puppets (as opposed to sleeve puppets) with soft claws that compliment the paw pad detailing. The soft puppets are available in six styles including White Tiger, Leopard, Black Panther, Bengal Tiger, Polar Bear, and Lion. 7/9/2010 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

YooHoo & Friends – Aspirations by AURORA WORLD INC.

YooHoo & Friends Aspirations are available in four styles (five and eight inches) -- all make fun sounds when squeezed. Pammee™ the Fennec Fox is dressed as either a cheerleader or as a girl who’s ready to head to the party (she’s wearing a party hat and holds a cupcake). The other YooHoo & Friends are pink and blue, and dressed as a ballerina and soccer star respectively (the soccer star sports a jersey with #3, and holds a soccer ball). MSRP: Small and large, $8.99 and $15.99 respectively. 7/9/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

TAGGIES™ Colours Spot the Dog by TAGGIES INC.

This colorful, floppy-eared dog stands 10” and is designed to delight children with the crinkle sound in his ears. He comes with attached multicolored tags for rubbing.
― Two of 40 specialty retailers told TDmonthly in early summer 2010 that Taggies are a top-selling infant gift, with one store estimating sales at 10 per month. 7/8/2010 (Price: $21.99)