The Teddy Bear Jack in the Box puts a furry and cuddly twist on the classic toy. Kids can wind it up to play the tune “Teddy Bears Picnic.” Then, a cute furry teddy jumps out to greet surprised little ones.
— “Jack in the Boxes by Jack Rabbit” are best-selling infant toys, according to Peter (a.k.a. Mr. Toad), owner of Mr. Toad’s Toy Company in Naples, Fla. Another retailer agreed.
— “Mr. Toad” sells approximately 30 Jack Rabbit Creations Jack in the Boxes per month, he said in spring 2007.
— “We use a great, soft, terry plush,” stated Jim Lancaster of Jack Rabbit Creations. “We create all original artwork for the tin. Maybe most importantly, you won’t see it in the mass market — we sell to specialty retailers only.”

Simple and sweet roly poly cars. Bright colors, modern shapes and easy for baby to grasp. All ages. Launch date: 2013.

These classic pull string tops are made of wood and painted with multicolored stripes. $24 for bucket of 12. Launch date: 2012.

This bucket features and assortment of painted cars and trucks, including police cars, fire engines, taxis, and ambulances. $39 for bucket of 12. Launch date: 2012.

This school bus is about 9" long and holds several kids, a bus driver and a dog that stay in place with magnets.

All it takes is a twist of the top of the can, and these two colorful piggies go flying.

These soft, knit monkeys have a chime on the inside and bear a heart shape on their tummies. Each little monkey carries a banana, and all can be displayed in a tin pail.

The wooden ship and pirate figures in this set are equipped with magnets, providing kids with a shipload of fun. The pirates attach securely to any area of the ship that contains a magnet, and can be arranged and rearranged as desired. Launch date: July 2007.

Kids will have a wagonload of fun arranging and rearranging the figures inside the covered wagon. Constructed of wood, each piece features a small magnet, allowing it to attach firmly to different parts of the vehicle that also contain magnets. Launch date: July 2007.

Wind up the tin box and a cowboy will jump out, all accompanied by the song “Home on the Range.” The adorable cowboy is made of high-quality plush. Launch date: July 2007.

Housed in a sturdy, classic tin, “Happy Trails” sounds and a plush cowgirl jumps out when the jack-in-the-box is wound up. The outside of the tin features colorful images of the cowgirl interacting with horses. Launch date: July 2007.