Inspired by the Great Pyramids, this uniquely shaped pillow props a book at the perfect angle for reading in bed, at a table, in a favorite chair, on the floor or anywhere at all. Simply place the spine of the book onto the ledge and read hands-free. Readers can use their free hands to take notes, snack and truly relax. Attached to the very top of the pyramid-shaped pillow is a bookmark for easy place-holding. The pillow comes in six assorted styles. Launch date: August 1, 2007.

Wave "hello" to three new ocean-inspired Poppers—Orca, Octopus and Sea Horse. Just place the ball into their mouth, squeeze the belly and out shoots a soft foam ball—up to 20 feet! Each character includes six soft foam balls. Great for indoor, outdoor, at the beach or just lounging around the home front.
Awards: 2015 TDmonthly Top Toy Award

No shadows and no fear because Brobo is here! Hog Wild’s new night light buddy, Brobo, is a child’s perfect daytime friend and sleeptime solution. Featuring both light and dim modes, Brobo gives little ones instant control over the darkness and shadows that make bedtime difficult, all from the safety of their own bed! This soft, plush robot from the future has a five–minute auto shutoff with long-lasting LED lights that are cool to touch. Age Range: 18+ Months
Awards: 2015 TDmonthly Top Toy Award

1 ZipStix and 1 Launcher. Starter Pack has everything you need to get zipping! High-octane graphics lay flat like a skateboard and then curl up like a runaway wheel when launched!

3, 2, 1 BLAST OFF! Hog Wild's new AquaPod launches a two-liter soda bottle up to 100 feet in the air! The AquaPod bottle launcher comes 100% assembled, all you need is a two-liter soda bottle, an ordinary bike pump and water to join in on the fun! Fill the soda bottle half way with clean water and affix over the launch tube. Take the bike pump and pressurize to 50 PSI. Don't worry, AquaPod includes a built-in-check value that eliminates over pressurization, ensures safety and maximum height! Unwind the 15-foot long launch string and start the count down. Pull the string and WOW - it's a water-fueled 100 foot blast off that kids won't believe.

The 16-ounce Moo Mixer Supreme features an easy to use trigger button, fun to hold handle and large detachable clear tumbler. Battery operated (two AA batteries, not included), dishwasher safe clear tumbler and the totally cool mixing action that makes a whirling vortex of power to thoroughly dissolve chocolate powder mixes or syrups.
— As of 9/19/2012 this product had 3.5 out of 5 stars from 42 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Easy for kids to use; easy to clean; mixer "blade" is rounded and not sharp, so it's safe for kids. Cons: Some users reported leaking; some users reported that the motor was weak and broke after a couple of uses.
— Greg Larson, owner of Larson's Toys and Games in Columbus, Ohio, told TDmonthly in a late Summer 2012 survey that this is one of their best selling candy/food items.

Just squeeze the belly to launch the soft foam flying balls. The harder its squeezed squeeze, the farther it shoots. Holiday Popper is air powered and safe for both indoor and outdoor play. Includes six soft foam balls and convenient carry net. Works with all Power Popper refills.

Moose Popper launches a soft foam ball up to 20 feet. When the moose is squeezed in the mid section, the sudden air pressure shoots out a soft foam ball. The harder he is squeezed, the faster and further the ball shoots out. The moose comes with six soft foam balls and a carry net. "There is no other soft foam ball shooter like this on the market. Moose Popper is an original in-house design," Joe Rooper, president of Hog Wild LLC, told TDmonthly.

Sports buds are 100-percent comfort driven, in-ear headphones that lets one show off the sports they play and care about. There are three sizes of silicone ear tips to ensure a perfectly snug fit. These buds fit iPod, iPhone and 3.5mm plug music players and have a frequency of 20Hz - 20KHz.

The Reel Roaster is designed to prepare roasted marshmallows, hot dog, S'mores and more. Kids can simply place a marshmallow or two or even a hot dog on the telescopic skewer, then crank the handle on the fishing reel to rotate the skewer and ensure that the snack is cooked to perfection.

Features:

• 27" Telescopic stainless steel skewer- you control length from the fire
• Detachable skewer
• Clean up is fast and easy
• Great for camping, cookouts and barbecues
• Handle has one way snap for final reeling position

The Rubber Band Shooter Blaster Supreme shoots rubber bands when users loop one end of the band around the site and place the other into the expanded gripper area. It comes with 100 red rubber bands and can also be used as a pen.

Zoo Buds are zoo-themed, in-ear headphones. They come with three different ear tip adaptors for a custom, comfortable fit. Zoo Buds fit the iPod, iPhone and other 3.5mm plug-in devices, and are available in six styles.

Children can squeeze this pig's belly to launch soft foam balls. The harder the pig is squeezed, the farther it shoots. Six soft foam balls and a convenient carry net are included.

The Camo Power Popper launches soft foam balls with the slide of the handle. It comes with 12 orange balls. WARNING: Do not shoot at eyes or head.
— "I sold out [of 12 pieces] in two weeks. I did not think they would sell so quickly. But my nephew has one and he is 12 years old and loves it," Jeanette Lauture, owner of Aunt Jean's Toys & Treats in Montclair, N.J., told TDmonthly in April 2010.

This motorized fork automatically winds up pasta for a meal with less mess, more satisfying bites and 100 percent twirling fun. The fork requires two AAA batteries (not included) and the metal prong-end is dishwasher safe. Launch date: June 2003.

Hog Wild's already distinctive and innovative Faucet Light is new and improved. It now changes color when the water changes temperature. When the water is hot, the light turns red. When the water is cold, the light turns blue. The magic point at which the change occurs is 89º F. The Faucet Light is fun and functional. It's also ideal for the kids’ bathroom, and a smart gift for older people, too. It works on most faucets and includes universal adaptors for 95 percent coverage across the U.S.
— "Little fun pick-me-ups, like the Faucet Light from Hog Wild, do well," said Kate Tanner, owner of Kidstop Toy & Book Store in Scottsdale, Ariz.
— This version of Hog Wild’s Faucet Light brings extra visual appeal and utility by warning users if the sink water is hot or cold. It’s both fun and functional, and makes for an innovative extra nightlight for late trips to the bathroom or kitchen. It might even encourage kids to wash their hands more often! Therefore, it was awarded a TDmonthly Innovations 2007 award.

Where to Buy: Escapade Direct

Chopsticks don't have to be a hassle anymore for kids or adults. In fact, they can be outright fun and easy to use. The Hog Wild Fish Sticks come with eight different embossed sea creatures, each with their own name and color. They're also dishwasher safe, so the fun and uniqueness they bring to the eating experience can last a while.

The new Pirate Benders have dropped anchor and are shivering timbers everywhere. There are six different pirates: Hook, Patches, Bones, Peg, Swab and Red Beard. Each comes with a sword or accessory and is packed inside a treasure chest tin.

Spyro Gyro is an artistic motorized stylus that creates three different shapes (square, circles and triangles) in a seamless transition from small to big and back again. The harder you push down on the stylus, the smaller the shapes. Release the pressure and the shapes get bigger. Five different and interchangeable ink colors. One AA battery required (not included).

“Faucet Light is just different,” said Joe Rooper of Hogwild. “ You screw it on your faucet and when you turn on your water, the light comes on. Turn off the water and the light goes off. Again, it is completely different, no one else has anything like it and it fits with toy stores, gift stores and more.” “I sold out of it!” Bettie Lee Moore, owner of Kaboom! in Leesburg, Va., told TDmonthly in December 2005. “And people were coming back for it!”

Three Monkey benders with space helmets and official uniforms live on the rocket ship. Simply pop the hatch and let the Space Monkey Benders explore. Powerful magnets in their hands and feet let them hang on tight to the rocket ship or tether together for safe space walks. They’re bestsellers among boys 8 to 12 at Accipter in Raleigh, NC.