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2008 Hot Toy List for the Holiday Season

PR Newswire — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 16:38:04 +0000

From Toys”R”Us

Toys”R”Us has announced its 2008 Hot Toy list, representing the toys its experts believe will top kids’ wish lists this holiday season. From the overall list, the “Fabulous 15″ were selected to represent the very best toys of the season.

The Toys”R”Us “Fabulous 15″ — the best new toys of the holiday season (listed in alphabetical order):

50’s Diner from Step2
Bakubelt Action Kit from Spin Master
Circus Ring from Playmobil
Classic Lights and Sounds Trike from Radio Flyer
Girl Gourmet Cupcake Maker from JAKKS Pacific
EyeClops Night Vision Infrared Stealth Goggles from JAKKS Pacific
FURREAL FRIENDS BISCUIT, MY LOVIN’ PUP from Hasbro
Imaginext Spike the Ultra Dinosaur from Fisher-Price
Laugh & Learn Shop & Learn Walker from Fisher-Price
Little Mommy, Sweet As Me, Baby Knows Dolls from Mattel
Pink 8GB iPod nano from Apple
Pink Tag Reading System from LeapFrog
Sesame Street Elmo Live! from Fisher-Price
Star Wars: The Clone Wars The Twilight from LEGO Systems, Inc.
Wii Fit from Nintendo

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Source: Toys”R”Us, Inc.

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2008 hot toy list: 8-11 years

PR Newswire — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 15:02:28 +0000

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Toys”R”Us has announced its 2008 Hot Toy list, representing the toys its experts believe will top kids’ wish lists this holiday season. Here are the choices for 8-11 years:

Bakubelt Action Kit from Spin Master — Bakugan Battle Brawlers(TM) is the latest craze among young boys, bringing a new component to trading card game play by adding plastic marbles (Bakugan Battle Brawlers) that “explode” to reveal mini-figures when they roll onto a metal Gate Card. Now, kids can prepare for Bakugan battle with the newest accessory, the Bakubelt Action Kit. It features a Bakubelt, a Bakuclip that allows kids to reach for their Bakugan Battle Brawlers without ever taking their eyes off the game, two Bakugan Battle Brawlers (including one exclusive Deco Bakugan), two Gate Cards and two Ability Cards. No batteries required. Ages 5 and up.
EyeClops Night Vision Infrared Stealth Goggles from JAKKS Pacific — Powered by real night vision technology, Eye Clops Night Vision goggles allow kids to see up to 50-feet away in absolute darkness. The invisible infrared illumination lets young secret agents stay hidden, while giving them the advantage of seeing their opponents in a pitch-black night. Kids can go on special missions and perform night maneuvers in their own backyards with these goggles, which are fully adjustable and padded for comfort. The spyware comes equipped with a breakaway power cord attached to a counter-weighted battery pack to ensure the high-tech fun is safe for everyone. Requires 5 “AA” batteries (not included). Ages 8 and up.
Girl Gourmet Cupcake Maker from JAKKS Pacific — Now girls can whip up homemade fun as they design their own cupcakes. Children just use the pre-measured spoon to add water to their favorite batter mix, stir, pour the mix into a cupcake cup, seal the creation in the microwaveable cupcake maker and cook for 30 seconds — no baking involved! Once the cupcake cools, kids can place it on the Cupcake Froster and choose from one of four delectable flavors to top their cupcake with bakery-style frosting swirls. The set comes with everything needed to create four batches of cupcakes, including one microwave container; the Cupcake Froster; four cupcake mixes, including Red Velvet, Cinnamon Sugar, Chocolate and Yellow Vanilla; four frosting mixes, including Cream Cheese, Chocolate, Vanilla and Strawberry; sprinkles, mixing bowl, pre-measured spoon, four cupcake cups, cupcake cup holder and two recipe cards. Microwave not included. No batteries required. Ages 8 and up.
Nickelodeon iCarly Webcam from Imation — iCarly, the wildly popular sitcom on Nickelodeon(R), inspires tweens everywhere to participate in the first-ever scripted series to include original kid-created content. Carly and friends host regular webcasts, asking viewers to send in their own videos and pictures to air on TV or upload to the web. Now, with the iCarly Webcam, kids can reach for the stars. The iCarly Webcam combines photo and filming to let kids capture images of themselves or create video chats right on a computer screen. The digital accessory comes complete with additional software that will help tech-savvy tweens achieve their 15-minutes of fame, including a special Digital Diary and video- or photo-editing software to help kids create and share their digital designs. Computer not included. No batteries required. Ages 5 and up.
SCRABBLE DESIGNER’S EDITION from Hasbro Games — Tweens can get the word out with this new version of SCRABBLE, elegantly redesigned in pink hues. Offering the same classic crossword challenge, this new version features a pastel rotating gameboard, pearl-like letter tiles and an embroidered fabric pouch. Whether preparing for a girls’ night in or a pink party, SCRABBLE DESIGNER’S EDITION still spells “F-U-N.” No batteries required. Ages 8 and up.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars The Twilight from LEGO Systems, Inc. — Flying straight out of the first animated Star Wars adventure and available only at Toys”R”Us, the Twilight is a temperamental but powerful starship piloted by Anakin Skywalker during his adventures in The Clone Wars. This massive LEGO(R) model, with 862 pieces, features retractable landing gear that is activated by moving the wing, a flick missile, a side-mounted escape pod, moveable laser cannon turrets and four minifigures including Anakin Skywalker, Ahsoka, Rotta the Hutt and R2-D2. No batteries required. Ages 9 and up.
U-Dance from Hasbro — Now, kids and tweens everywhere can show off their dance moves to some of the hottest songs with the unique and innovative U-DANCE gaming system that can be played alone, or with friends, for a challenging arcade-style face off. Completely wireless and dance-mat-free, featuring motion-sensing technology, this system allows players to act as the controller using body movements and real dance moves, such as jumping, sliding, cross-overs and more. Dancers simply plug the console into a TV, attach the wireless Motion Tags to their feet and literally step into the game, using their body as the game controller. Movements are then mirrored by ‘virtual footprints’ on the TV screen. To play, dancers follow actual footprint icons as they appear on the TV to the beat of the music. The gaming system features three levels of game play for each song and popular dance music by hit artists, including Run It by Grammy-nominated pop artist Chris Brown, ABC by the Jackson 5 and Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now) by M.V.P. featuring C + C Music Factory. 4 “AA” batteries (not included). Ages 8 and up.
Zillions Pink Touch Screen ATM from Summit — Kids will enjoy learning how to manage their money with this realistic, pink mini-version of a touch screen ATM. This hip new take on the classic piggy bank is equipped with advanced touch-screen technology that allows kids to access their “accounts” with a personalized pin number. The ATM is programmed to distinguish real money with its bill-reading and coin recognition system, helping young penny-savers track their earnings. 3 “AA” batteries required (included). Ages 8 and up.

Source: Toys”R”Us, Inc.

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2008 hot toy list: 5-7 years

PR Newswire — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:51:34 +0000

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Toys”R”Us has announced its 2008 Hot Toy list, representing the toys its experts believe will top kids’ wish lists this holiday season. Here are the choices for 5-7 years:

30″ designer series acoustic guitars from First Act Discovery — Future pop stars can decide how they want to jam with their choice of five Designer Series Acoustic Guitars, available only at Toys”R”Us. These eye-catching instruments are made with natural wood, thin frets and low string action to help musicians achieve the highest quality sound. The guitars also come equipped with exclusive Learn-A-Chord Cards that teach beginners to groove as they strum their way to fame. Kids can choose from the pink Jeweled Rosette guitar bedazzled with style, the Lavender guitar with butterfly stenciling, the Army Stripes guitar with green and black print, the classic black Diamond Plate guitar or the blue Flame Bling guitar, all sure to be a hit with young musicians. No batteries required. Ages 7 and up.
Circus Ring from Playmobil — Kids can join the circus without leaving home when they put together this deluxe set boasting more than 200 pieces. Featuring a circus ring, an adjustable big top tent, ticket booth, light-up arch, high wire, trapeze artists, ringmaster, popcorn salesman, a family of three and seating for 30, children have everything they need to create the greatest imaginary show ever. 2 “AA” batteries required (not included). Ages 5 and up.
FURREAL FRIENDS BISCUIT, MY LOVIN’ PUP from Hasbro — The most realistic interactive pet to join the FURREAL FRIENDS family, this plush dog will have kids eating out of its paw as soon as they see its range of tricks. Through voice recognition and animatronics, BISCUIT reacts just like a real golden retriever when children command it to “sit,” “sit up and beg,” “lie down,” “give me a paw,” “speak” or ask “do you want a treat?” BISCUIT responds by moving its head and ears, blinking its eyes, wagging its tail and barking. BISCUIT even comes with its very own dog treat – a bone it can “chomp.” 6 “D” batteries required (not included). Ages 5 and up.
Disney Hannah Montana Malibu Beach House from Play Along, a division of JAKKS Pacific — Straight from everyone’s favorite Disney Channel program Hannah Montana, this set is an exact replica of Hannah’s real house on the show! The House includes iconic accessory pieces that are instantly recognizable, such as Hannah’s unique leg table and the swing she sits on to write her music. The playset also features six different Hannah play areas, including a bedroom, kitchen, living room, closet, upstairs balcony and porch, and comes with a doll that is available exclusively at Toys”R”Us. The set includes more than 80 accessories and stickers to decorate and customize the house. No batteries required. Ages 5 to 7 years.
Disney PIXAR U-COMMAND WALL-E from Thinkway Toys — This realistic 9-inch-tall, infrared-controlled version of WALL-E comes to life with animated motion, voice, sound and light effects as kids maneuver him forward, turn him in reverse or make him dance! They can command the easy-to-use joystick controller on this Toys”R”Us exclusive to choose from a menu of pre-selected actions, voice responses and light effects that enable over 1,000 action combos. It is easy to replicate the quirky characteristics of WALL-E by controlling his eyes and arms, turning his treads and even pressing a button to recreate signature WALL-E movie expressions. 7 “AA” batteries required (not included). Ages 6 and up.
Pink Tag Reading System from LeapFrog — Little learners can enjoy reading in a whole new way when they use the Pink Tag Reading System. This educational tool, available in pink only at Toys”R”Us, looks like a pen and lets kids hear an entire story, individual words or play learning games when scrolling over the words or pictures in a story. Kids can choose from a 20-volume library that includes “The Little Engine That Could” and “Olivia,” as well as a title available only at Toys”R”Us, the popular “Dora the Explorer: Dora Goes to School.” Parents can share in their child’s learning accomplishments by connecting the Tag Reading System to a computer. 2 “AAA” batteries required (not included). Ages 4 to 8 years.
Star Wars: Legacy Collection Millennium Falcon from Hasbro — The fastest ship in the Star Wars galaxy roars to life in this 2 1/2-foot version featuring lights, sounds and even phrases directly from the original Star Wars trilogy. Piloted by the included 3 3/4-inch scale versions of Han Solo and Chewbacca, the Millennium Falcon is ready to take kids into light speed with smuggling compartments, pivoting gunner station and room for 16 additional figures. Kids can easily play inside the ship by removing the outer panels, where they can access the medical bay to treat wounded troops or place up to four action figures in the cockpit. 3 “AA” batteries required (not included). Ages 4 and up.
X-trek PRO Track Set from Silverlit Electronics — Aspiring racecar drivers can test their skills on this 14.5-foot track set, built for speed and maneuverability. Kids can race the two included 1:60 scale cars using the included tri-band remote controls. Just like in a real race, the cars can enter the pit stop area for a quick recharge before getting back into gear. Kids can also remove the cars from the track between races to charge them from the remote. The set, available only at Toys”R”Us, also brings an extra level of control to R/C racing with a unique front wheel steering system. Kids looking to make a bigger and more challenging set can extend the track with any X-trek Pro track piece or set. 2 “1.2 V Ni-MH” batteries required (included) and 8 “AA” batteries required (not included). Ages 5 and up.

Source: Toys”R”Us, Inc.

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