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

Superhero Cape by LITTLE ADVENTURES LLC

Any child can save the day in this wonderful themed Hero Cape. They're easy for children to put on and take off with quality velcro closures. Launch date: 2010.

Features
• fully lined washable velvet capes
• quality velcro closure easy for kids

Sizing
• One size fits most ages 3-8, 24" from neckline to hem 4/19/2010 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Uglydoll Action Figure Series 2 by PRETTY UGLY LLC

Series 2 Uglydoll Action Figures feature Uglydog, Big Toe, Poe, Trunko, Uglyworm and Peaco. Each action figure is available in two colors. The series is packaged in a clear window box for a clear view of all the action. Launch date: April 2010. 4/16/2010 (Price: $10.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Spielstabil Coffee and Tea Service by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

Durable, bright colored and safe for young children, the Coffee and Tea Service from the Spielstabil line offers kids a realistic tea party with a full host of serving ware. The tray, plates, cups and pitcher are all dishwasher and microwave safe, whether little ones want to have a pretend or real tea party.
— Kristen Pollard, owner of Mud Puddle Toys in Marblehead, Mass., told TDmonthly in spring 2010 that Haba's tea sets sell best in her bath department.
— Two of 39 retailers said in March 2010 that Haba is their best supplier of bath toys. 4/16/2010 (Price: $27.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mynus by PRETTY UGLY LLC

Mynus is an addition to the UGLYDOLL plush family. Mynus' distinct personality traits are that she is quiet, shy and engaged in deep thought. Mynus is also known for her brilliant ideas and helpfulness. Karen Laureigh, Marketing Manager at Pretty Ugly, told TDmonthly, "These loveable, hip, huggable plush characters each have a distinct personality sure to capture your heart and are not a bit UGLY at all...because UGLY means unique and special!" Awards: Parent's Choice Award 2010. Launch date: February 2010. 4/14/2010 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Picksey by PRETTY UGLY LLC

Picksey is an inter-dimensional being. He can be in many places at the same time and despite his ability, Picksey has a lot on his mind and seems to be stressed out all the time. Marketing Manager Karen Laureigh of Pretty Ugly LLC told TDmonthly, "Kids can help him keep his cool through hugs, kisses, and contributions to his chocolate bar fund." Awards: Parent's Choice Award 2010. Launch date: 2010. 4/14/2010 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Papo Black Bear by HOTALING IMPORTS

This hand-painted Black Bear by Papo is a high-quality animal figure. Operations Manager of Hotaling Imports Brian Shackelton told TDmonthly, "The design of all Papo products is realistic and natural, which enables you to experience the large variety of nature — from domestic animals on a farm to wild animals in the jungle." Launch date: March 2010.
— Papo Figures were best sellers at Figpickels Toy Emporium in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, in late summer 2010, according to owner Brett Sommer. “Customers love the quality and selection,” he noted.
— In a Summer 2011 survey, four out of 14 retailers told TDmonthly that Papo was their best-selling brand of action figure. ( Watch Video) 4/14/2010 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Eco Garden Patio Set by Hape by HAPE

Add an outdoor patio to any dollhouse with bamboo plants, decking, a patio set with a working umbrella, and a miniature grill with four shish kabobs. Hape International Marketing Manager Robin Lehnert told TDmonthly about the company's "use of bamboo to create a very unique and realistic dollhouse furniture set." Launch date: Feb. 2010. ( Watch Video) 4/14/2010 (Price: $49.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Coffee Maker by HAPE

Children can prepare a cup of joe for themselves or a guest with this modern coffee maker and sugar and cream. They can insert the single-serve coffee filter in the basket and push the button to pretend the coffee is brewing. This product is constructed with a combination baltic birch plywood and maple. Robin Lehnert, Marketing Manager at Hape, told TDmonthly this product features a "modern realistic design in lifestyle colors." Launch date: Feb. 2010. ( Watch Video) 4/14/2010 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Gourmet Fridge by HAPE

The Gourmet Fridge is a modern white wood cabinet-style refrigerator with a top-mounted freezer and six ice cubes ready to provide instant refreshment. Hape Marketing Manager Robin Lehnert told TDmonthly, "High-quality Baltic Birch plywood materials combine with a modern, realistic design in lifestyle colors for this working ice-maker." Launch date: February 2010. ( Watch Video) 4/14/2010 (Price: $119.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Big Picture by JACKPOT MUSIC

The Big Picture is a socially conscious salute to Uncle Rock’s musical heroes, including 12 original songs and two covers. Known for his rockabilly style and lyricism inspired by Roald Dahl and Shel Silverstein, Uncle Rock offers a musical variety show here with songs about recycling, acceptance of differences and the importance of shopping locally. Publicist Beth Blenz-Clucas of Sugar Mountain PR told TDmonthly, "These songs are fun but also provide food for thought." Launch date: April 13, 2010.
— Jenn Savedge of Mother Nature Network praised the CD for being “socially conscious” but not “sickeningly sweet.” She told fellow parents, “You'll honestly be glad when your kids want to hear it again and again.”
— Jeff Bogle of Out With The Kids was equally impressed by the mellow and more upbeat songs featured on the CD. He proclaimed, “If you’ve never owned an Uncle Rock album before, now is the time to rectify that situation.” 4/14/2010 (Price: $15) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ZipBin® Mini Space Play Set by NEAT-OH! INTERNATIONAL LLC

With the ZipBin® Mini Space Playset, child can keep toys neatly stored together. When unzipped, there is a colorful planet and a space station ready for fantasy play. When play is done, capture all the toys inside. This mini play set includes one astronaut and space shuttle and also serves as a travel toy. 4/7/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dinosaurs on the Move: Movable Paper Figures to Cut, Color, and Assemble by FIGURES IN MOTION

Kids can make movable dinosaur action figures with this activity book from Figures in Motion. Kids can move their jaws, clash their teeth and make their powerful legs run as they act out their own dinosaur battles. It includes Allosaurus, Brachiosaurus, Triceratops and Tyrannosaurus Rex, plus dinosaur facts. This creative learning tool features easy to assemble dinosaurs in pre-colored and colorable versions, using only crayons or colored pencils, scissors, a hole punch and fasteners. Owner of Figures In Motion Cathy Diez-Luckie told TDmonthly, "Dinosaurs on the Move is an engaging, hands-on activity book that will captivate children for hours." Launch date: April 16, 2010. ( Watch Video) 4/6/2010 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

More Story Songs & Sing Along by DEBBIE AND FRIENDS

This CD features 10 kid-tested tunes by Debbie and Friends designed to get everyone in the family playing and dancing along. The release from the Boston-based artist, More Story Songs & Sing Alongs, features familiar themes like “I Think I Can,” “Simon Says” and “Little Red,” as well as songs featuring goofy wordplay or that encourage movement. Each song promotes social interaction and creative and physical activity. Even Sesame Street’s legendary music teacher Bob McGrath joins Debbie for a good-bye song. Launch date" March 30, 2010. Awards: Parent's Choice Foundation Audio Award Fall 2010 4/6/2010 (Price: $15) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Angel Baby Costume by MULLINS SQUARE

This marabou-edged satin robe has a gathered neck and waist to fit a variety of shapes and sizes. Soft fabric wings and a tiny feathered halo complete the costume, which is constructed to fit children up to 25 lbs.
— Kim Haynes, owner of Lollipop Toy Store in Dawsonville, Ga., said in March 2010 that Mullins Square is her best-selling line of apparel. “They are durable and great looking.” 3/29/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dragon Cape by CREATIVE EDUCATION OF CANADA

Fashioned from bright green lamé material, the Dragon Cape transforms a little one into a great, fierce creature of legend. The hood picks up to form horns, and bright yellow plates trail down the back into a long, pointed tail. 
— Ten of 37 specialty retailers who participated in a March 2010 survey said Creative Education of Canada is their top- selling line of dress-up clothing. 3/29/2010 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Monster Mash Skirt by ACTING OUT

Whether used for a multi-media Halloween costume or good frightening fun any time of year, the musical Monster Mash skirt offers a funky dimension to dress up. The skirt, which is knee length and finished with multiple layers of colored tulle, plays music at the push of a button. This piece in Acting Out's line of musical dress up plays the 1960s hit “Monster Mash,” and the music continues with motion but stops automatically if the child is still.
— “We sell Acting Out, their petticoats and things. We sell a lot of those,” said Jill Brown, buyer at Kidoodles Toys in Norman, Okla., of the store's top-selling dress-up clothes in March 2010.
— Out of 37 retailers, two listed Acting Out as the supplier of their best-selling dress-up items in spring 2010. 3/29/2010 (Price: $40.00)

Blue Rainbow Fairy Skirt by SARAHS SILKS

Made of airy, sumptuous 100-percent silk, the Rainbow Fairy Skirt is designed to create magic with every move. Fully reversible, the skirt is finished with a satin rose detail on both sides, and its multiple layers come to a fluttering pointed hem.  The waist is elastic for ease and comfort of wear.
—  “We do great with Sarah's Silks; they have great skirts,” said Eric Masoncup, owner of Geppetto's Toy Box in Oak Park, Ill., of his top-selling dress-up items during a March 2010 survey.
—  Two of 37 retailers named Sarah's Silks as their top-selling line of dress-up clothes in spring 2010. 3/29/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sequins Fairy Dress by CREATIVE EDUCATION OF CANADA

With details and fabrics selected with careful attention to both look and tactile feel, Creative Education of Canada's Sequins Fairy Dress is a costume and play tool all in one. This sleeveless dress has a skirt of soft, multi-tiered tricot and matching petals over the shoulders. The bodice of the dress is elastic with sequins, allowing a great fit for growing girls.
— “You can't beat Creative Education of Canada,” said Sheryl Guidera, owner of Kaleidoscope the Parent Teacher Store in Capitola, Calif., of her top-selling line of dress-up items in March 2010.
— “We've stayed with Creative Education of Canada for quality and value, delivery and service,” said Barbara Paeth-Haas, owner of The Durango Kid in Durango, Colo., in spring 2010. 3/29/2010 (Price: $36.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tutu by LITTLE ADVENTURES LLC

Little Adventures tutus are simply designed in fluffy layers. The two-tone tutus are soft, comfortable and, best of all, 100 percent machine washable. Launch date: 2010. ( Watch Video) 3/25/2010 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sugarplum Fairy Dress by CREATIVE EDUCATION OF CANADA

Transform a little girl into a magical fairy with this Sugarplum Fairy Dress. Featuring 18 individual organza petals, each is finished with rolled over, metallic edge. The petals are attached to a satin underskirt that has scalloped finish. The Sugarplum Fairy dress has a flexible size and good for twirling. ( Watch Video) 3/24/2010 (Price: $36.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Barbie Newscaster by MATTEL INC.

Barbie® doll’s 125th career, as selected by girls around the world is News Anchor! News Anchor Barbie® doll will make her debut this fall in a pink suit with black accents, a news folder, camera and a microphone and the “B News” logo. ( Watch Video) 3/17/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Barbie Software Engineer by MATTEL INC.

Computer Engineer Barbie®, debuting in Winter 2010, inspires a new generation of girls to explore this industry, which continues to grow and need future female leaders. Barbie® designers worked closely with the Society of Women Engineers and the National Academy of Engineering to develop the geek chic wardrobe and accessories for Computer Engineer Barbie®: a binary code patterned tee, smart phone, Bluetooth headset, and laptop travel bag. ( Watch Video) 3/17/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Princess Slippers by CREATIVE EDUCATION OF CANADA

Princess slippers are made from metallic sequin knit with a foam sole and non-skid vinyl bottom. Decorated with marabou and roses. *Winner of the 2010 Children's Choice Award- Best Toy In Pretend Play", by the Canadian Toy Testing Council. ( Watch Video) 3/17/2010 (Price: $12.5) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Large Farm by CREATIVE TOYSHOP

Designed after old-fashioned farms in Germany and Holland, this high quality cardboard farm from Calafant USA is a pretty large home for the farmer, his family and all his animals. Made from recycled material and is 100% biodegradable. 3/17/2010 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ribbon Flower Halo by CREATIVE EDUCATION OF CANADA

This Halo has a comb to affix it to a child's head and is adorned with bows, flowers, ribbon and rhinestones. ( Watch Video) 3/17/2010 (Price: $6.75) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]