Toy Fair Preview 2010: Preschool

By TDmonthly Staff
January 2010

Preview Toy Fair 2010 exhibitors in the preschool category:

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Cutie Cake Pets by MANHATTAN TOY

Cutie Cake Pets are designed to be completely sweet inside and out. These cupcakes don’t have traditional filling, buy convert into loveable pets. Launch date: 2010. 12/16/2009 (MSRP: $12.00; Age: 3 and Up)

Half Dozen Eggs by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

These child-sized wooden eggs come in an authentic-looking cardboard carton. ( Watch Video) 12/10/2009 (Age: 3 and Up)

Deep Into the Forest by KID O PRODUCTS

Part play theater and part brainteaser, this forest exercises imagination and depth perception. Children can make up their own stories or use the cards; the challenge is to determine which animal is standing deeper in the forest. The "unique gift item inspires imaginative play as well as developing depth perception," Brooke Sherman, wholesale manager of Kid O Products, told TDmonthly. ( Watch Video) 10/20/2009 (MSRP: $37.00; Age: 3 and Up)

Star Willow Stables Leah May by MANHATTAN TOY

Leah May’s soft hair is ideal for hours of brushing and braiding, while her pink highlighted eyes and silver sparkly hooves are sure to delight any girl’s fancy. Leah May comes with her own hairbrush and a sweet pastel-patterned saddle blanket. 10/15/2009 (MSRP: $30.00; Age: 3 and Up)

Weplay - Putt Putt Balance Board by WEE BLOSSOM INC.

The design of double-layered tracks allows the ball to move forward and go in one hole and out from the other continuously through the user's left-right movement. This innovation increases the play value and promotes the player's movement, balance and coordination. Putt Putt Balance Board is an evolution of Rocking Seesaw & Maze Balance Board. The user can watch the progress of the ball while standing on the base. The anti-slip design on the bottom of the board is provided to ensure the safety of the user. The playing method can vary from simple to complex; it can be adjusted based on the child's ability: the ball can circulate between the upper and lower layers. Dimensions are 20" x 16" x 2" and maximum loading is 176 lbs. Launch date: October 2, 2009.

10/15/2009 (MSRP: $85.00; Age: 3 and Up)

Zoobie™ Pets - The World of Eric Carle: Very Hungry Caterpillar by ZOOBIES

This bright, licensed plush toy unfastens to become a pillow and unzips to reveal a yellow blanket with a colorful butterfly design. It is fashioned after Eric Carle's classic character, the Very Hungry Caterpillar. ( Watch Video) 7/31/2009

Animal Spelling Puzzles by eeBoo corp.

This game comes with 10 three-piece spelling puzzles using three letter animals illustrations — pig, fox, hen, etc. The eco-friendly product uses 90-percent recycled grey board and non-toxic inks. Its old-fashioned look is designed to be appealing to every generation of toy buyers. In this pre-reading game, the puzzle also spells its name. Launch date: June 30, 2009. 6/29/2009 (MSRP: $15.00; Age: 3 and Up)

Kid Kanteen™ Classic Sippy - Indicator Red by KLEAN KANTEEN

Made of food-grade stainless steel, this 12-fl.-oz. sippy cup features a cap and spout constructed from BPA-free polypropylene, has a large mouth for simple cleaning and to hold ice cubes, and is 100-percent recyclable. It is available in seven colors, plus natural Sport. 10/12/2009 (MSRP: $17.95)

Baby GoGo by LITTLE SIB, INC.

Baby GoGo by LITTLE SIB, INC. Baby GoGo is a modern, 13" baby doll that's like most children today — bright and on the go. Baby GoGo is appropriate for both boys and girls. The doll comes with a storybook and a blanket. Other accessories are available separately. Launch date: January 2010. ( Watch Video) 9/9/2009 (Age: 2 to 6)

Dolphin Explorer Boat by SPRIG TOYS, INC.

Dolphin Explorer Boat by SPRIG TOYS, INC. This rugged playset is constructed of Sprigwood, which is a bio-composite material that blends reclaimed wood and recycled plastic, and is dyed with safe pigments. The set includes explorer and rescue boats, Captain Owen the adventure guide, an interchangeable adventure hat, a life preserver, mother and baby dolphins, and a backpack accessory. ( Watch Video) 11/20/2009 (MSRP: $29.99; Age: 3 and Up)

Nuchi Construction Vehicle Set by THE LITTLE LITTLE LITTLE TOY COMPANY

This set of two construction vehicles is outfitted for Nuchi train tracks. There's a rubber tread on the front of the steamroller and a functional red tipper decking out the front of the bulldozer. 11/18/2009 (MSRP: $14.00; Age: 2 and Up)

Mix 'n' Fix Mike by WOW TOYS

Mix This friction-powered cement truck has an automatic revolving mixer. Mike’s motor rotates his inner cement drum, tossing and turning all the mix of cement ingredients with real cement-making sounds. He is operated by a friendly removable construction driver figure who can either drive him to his next job or watch the mixing process from the top of his truck. A detachable bollard can be fixed to the back for easy storage. "Mix ‘n’ Fix Mike, as with all other vehicles from WOW’s toy range, has been designed to help children make sense of the world around them through imaginative play. Every WOW toy is compatible with others from the range, [and] they are extremely resilient, don’t require batteries, and exceed all toy safety regulations," Tanya Laperouse, PR manager for WOW Toys, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 9, 2009. 6/29/2009 (MSRP: $50; Age: 1 to 5)