Preschool Toys

By TDmonthly Staff
September 2012

Take a look at these recently added specialty and mass-market preschool toys:

Googalops Guzly Puppet by MANHATTAN TOY

Googly eyes is not his only quality, but makes it more exciting for this out of this world creature. Guzly is super silly for a friendly monster, bright colors and an extra-long tongue makes kids smile just by looking at him. Turn playtime into Guzly time with the Googalops Guzly hand puppet.
— In a June 2014 survey, Joel Dinkins from Doodlehopper 4 Kids in Falls Church, Va., told TDmonthly that Manhattan Toy made their store's best-selling puppets.
— In a June 2015 survey, Ava Allen, owner of Be Beep A Toy Shop in Columbia, S.C., told TDmonthly in a June 2015 survey that Manhattan Toy was their best-selling plush/puppet brand. 8/9/2012 (MSRP: $30.00; Age: 3 and Up)

Fishing Hole Size Sorter by P'KOLINO

Fishing Hole Size Sorter by P Match the color of the hole to the fish and drop in. The diving fish bounce on the base and create a drumming sound. Easily remove the fish through the open back for endless play. 8/9/2012 (MSRP: $24.99)

10" My Dolly - Sierra by AURORA WORLD INC.

10" MY DOLLY - SIERRA is part of the My Dolly Collection by Aurora. These dolls feature adorable details and are baby safe with embroidered eyes. 8/3/2012 (MSRP: $10.00)

Colored Cubes 36 by KID O PRODUCTS

Colored Cubes 36 by KID O PRODUCTS This new set of our popular 1-3/8th cubes feature updated colors in 36 pieces, adding a bit of brightness to standard block play. 8/3/2012 (Age: 1 and Up)

Trucky 3 by SMART TOYS AND GAMES INC

Trucky 3 by SMART TOYS AND GAMES INC Place the puzzle pieces inside the trucks so that they don't stick out. There is only one solution, yet 48 challenges. These little trucks combine a great puzzle with a fun toy. Trucky 3 is made from sustainably-harvested, eco-friendly wood from rubber trees, and plastic.
— As of 07/20/2012 this product had 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Portable; fun even for younger kids who don't understand the challenges; variety of challenges provide lasting fun for kids of different skill levels. Cons: Answer key is easy for kids to see. 7/20/2012 (MSRP: $26.99; Age: 3 and Up)

Discovery Set Round and Round by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

Things really start to roll for little ones: the barrels, balls and rotating disks allow kids, in a playful way, to delve into the fascinating world of optics and discover impressive motion effects. Contents: 3 basic wheel chassis, 1 set of wheels, 2 effect balls, 1 spinning top, 6 color disks to stick on spinning top, 8 barrels, 1 ringing roll. Material: beech wood, polycarbonate. 7/20/2012 (Age: 2 and Up)

Calin Laughing Blueberry by COROLLE DOLLS

Baby Doll, 12 inches tall, with a flexible, lightweight body that is soft to touch. Thanks to its cuddly soft, beanbag body, Calin Laughing Blueberry can be posed just like a real baby. Calin baby dolls can wear any fashion from the Mon Premier collection. Corolle also offers a wide selection of nursery accessories specially sized for Calin babies.
Awards: 2013 TDmonthly Seal of Approval
— In a June 2013 survey, two out of 11 retailers told TDmonthly that Corolle's Calin is their best-selling doll. 7/20/2012 (MSRP: $39.99; Age: 2 and Up)

Safari Cubes by SMART GEAR LLC

A fun safari animal puzzle that's shaped like a cube. Promotes problem solving skill and hand-eye coordination. Slide individual cubes on pegs to create images. 8 unique images to view in all. Made of renewable rubberwood and non-toxic paint. 7/20/2012 (MSRP: $19.99; Age: 2 and Up)

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Inflatable Sports Car for iPad by CTA DIGITAL

Kids can get in the driver's seat with the Inflatable Sports Car for iPad and enjoy turning the steering wheel tablet mount as they race around corners in their favorite racing games. The super bouncy and comfortable seat covered with images of playful Nickelodeon characters is designed for children of all ages supporting up to 230 lbs. The car is very easy to set up, just pull out and pop open the air valves around the car and inflate with the included foot pump. This model not only is compatible with the iPad, but sports design choices between 3 different beloved Nickelodeon characters that you won't find on our previous versions of the kart: SpongeBob Squarepants, Dora the Explorer and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Launch date: September 2012. 7/19/2012 (MSRP: $49.99; Age: 3 to 12)