Watch Toy Videos of the Day (11/13/2012-11/16/2012)

By TDmonthly Staff
November 2012

We want you to see the toys we see, so you can determine if they're right for your store! Check this space every weekday to see brief video clips of new and specialty products.

In the spotlight today? Customers will be popping into your store all day when you carry products like the Pop & Swap Gym from INFANTINO LLC

Infantino Pop & Swap Gym by INFANTINO LLC

Infantino Pop & Swap Gym by INFANTINO LLC The Infantino Pop and Play Swap Gym is like no other with customized features that let parents create lots of ways for baby to play. The 3 activity pods on the main activity center of the gym can be interchanged with other Pop & Play™ Pods. The pods are also great stand alone toys so they can be used solo or on the go-go. Just use the VELCRO® brand closure strap to attach it to a car seat, stroller or gym. 4 Great Ways to Play: Newborn Overhead Discovery, Tummy Time, Sit & Play, Crib Activity Center. Launch date: August 2012.
Awards: 2012 Parents Magazine Toy of the Year 10/5/2012 (MSRP: $49.99; Age: 0 to 2)

Techno Gears Marble Mania MEGA by THE LEARNING JOURNEY INTERNATIONAL

A high-tech version of the Marble Mania Extreme, this 430-piece kit features dual marble tracks, a chamber of sound, a marble twister, a motorized gear and a power lifter that automatically returns marbles to the top of the run. It allows kids to build a bigger and better marble run, and will keep little architects busy creating new working and moving creations. It requires one AA battery. “Our product features several electronic components, such as the sound chamber, the spiral gear and electronic gears. Also, we have a website that gives multiple configurations that can be constructed,” Jaye Ross of The Learning Journey International told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2007. 5/23/2007 (MSRP: $59.99; Age: 8 and Up)

Krazy Karakuri Origami Kit by TUTTLE PUBLISHING

Krazy Karakuri Origami Kit by TUTTLE PUBLISHING This kit contains 8 types of origami toys and 16 karakuri models. The origami toys and games include models such as the determined Robot Wrestlers, which you can pit against one another in a battle to the death. The karakuri models are constructed using pop-out paper that are easily assembled and include performing toys that tumble, balance and jump, as well as pieces like the comical Waddling Penguin and 6 additional models that walk down a gentle incline. 10/23/2012 (MSRP: $16.95)

Anti-Virus by SMART TOYS AND GAMES INC

Anti-Virus by SMART TOYS AND GAMES INC Anti-Virus is a sliding puzzle game with a new twist: Tiles that only slide diagonally and can move in groups. 60 challenges with 5 levels to keep the body and mind healthy. 6/8/2012 (MSRP: $19.99; Age: 7 and Up)