Plush
BLEACHER CREATURES are plush figures that combine elements of an action figure and a plush toy. Bleacher Creatures are available in many different sports-licensed characters, including players from the MLB, MLBPA, NFL, NFLPA, NBA, NHL, MLS, CLC, and with European Soccer Clubs. Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron collection includes eight characters: Hulk, Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, Vision, Black Widow, Nick Fury, and Hawkeye. The Bleacher Creatures Universe also includes plush from DC Comics (Batman ’66 inspired), The Hobbit: The Battle of The Five Armies, Superman, Rocky, and Archer.
Trobo is a cuddly, connected plush toy and app that inspires kids ages 2 and up to learn about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in the world around them through fun, interactive stories. Kids build an avatar of themselves and input their names into the app so they can go on adventures with Trobos Newton and Curie. Trobo reads the stories aloud to the child, and each story features an interactive puzzle every few pages.
Hulk
Worry Eaters, from THE HAYWIRE GROUP, make their U.S. debut this year. When times get rough, kids can jot down their frets, worries, and fears and feed it to the Worry Eater. As the child sleeps, parents can remove the worry and discover the scary concern. The next day, parents and kids can discuss a solution, providing a healthy way to deal with stress and worry. Worry Eaters are available in 9- and 14inch sizes and are designed for kids ages 3 and up. Each character boasts round, understanding eyes, a soft body, and a mix of two, three, or more ears or horns. Worry Eaters are kind and cuddly in both good and bad times. From Enno, with his two pointy ears, to Saggo, with his five tall striped ears, these pals create opportunities for children to talk to parents or other adults. Enno, Saggo, and six other fellow plush friends offer lots of reassurance to children that someone is always there to help. Worry Eater Bill
SPECIALTY TOYS & GIFTS
S6
If Your Monster Wears Pajamas is a bedtime story that follows Maggie and Michael on an adventure to get rid of some big, ugly, annoying monsters; reclaim their bedrooms; and make a few friends along the way. The story aims to engage kids in a nightly ritual that quiets fears and instills a love of reading. Pajama Monsters are plush dolls that are based on the characters in the book. Stinky, Nipper, Daisy, Fluffy, and Vincent each have Daisy unique personalities and silly quirks. Pajama Monsters are designed for kids of all ages.
MARCH/APRIL 2015