Posted on: Sunday, October 8, 2006
Bling-bling dolls and extreme Elmo rule yule
Associated Press
Here are some of the toys expected to be top sellers of the 2006 holiday season, according to trade publication Toy Wishes. The list is based on Toy Wishes' review of thousands of toys and interviews with parents, children and retailers. The list is in alphabetical order, with manufacturers' suggested retail price included.
Barbie and the 12 Dancing Princesses (Mattel Inc., dolls $24.99, horse and carriage $32.99). This playset, which includes a full line of dolls, is inspired by Barbie as star in the latest DVD, "Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses." Age 3 and up.
Bratz Forever Diamondz (MGA Entertainment, $29.99 each). Each of the Bratz dolls is outfitted with faux diamonds, and each comes with a real diamond pendant that girls can wear themselves. Ages 6 and up.
Butterscotch My Furreal Friends Pony (Hasbro Inc., $299.99). Advanced animatronic technology gives the three-foot-high pony realistic movements. When a child climbs on, the pony, which has a thick plush coat, responds with clip-clop and walking sounds. Ages 4 and up.
Digi Makeover (Radica Games Ltd., $59.99). This high-tech makeover system includes a built-in camera and a touch pad. Tweens can just plug the unit into their TV and snap a picture. Children are now ready to experiment with all kinds of new looks. Ages 8 and up.
Fly Wheels XPV (Jakks-Pacific Inc., $59.99). This lightweight radio-controlled vehicle can take off and land from any hard surface and then soar more than 20 stories into the air. Ages 8 and up.
Kids Tough Digital Camera (Mattel's Fisher-Price, $69.99). This camera has a built-in 1.3 inch LCD screen and holds up to 60 pictures (expandable with separate memory card). It includes big buttons and easy controls. The camera can be connected by USB to a computer to download photos. Ages 3 and up.
Lego Mindstorms NXT (Lego Systems Inc., $249). This robotic kit lets the user create an even more powerful robot than the original Mindstorms introduced in 1998. Ages 10 and up.
Magtastik (Mega Brands Inc., starter set $29.99, individual sets $5.99 and up). The starter building set, which features big, plastic, brightly colored pieces, can be complemented with different special sets. Ages 3 and up.
Monopoly Here & Now (Hasbro Inc., $29.99). This limited edition of the classic game reflects more current real estate prices and features iconic properties like Times Square and Rodeo Drive. The railroads have been replaced with airports. Ages 8 and up.
Speed Stacks Stackpack (Play Along Toys, a division of Jakks Pacific Inc., $39.99). This game challenges kids to stack and restack specially designed cups in precise formations. It comes with competition-ready cups, an official StackMat, timer and instructional DVD. Ages 4 and up.
T.M.X. Elmo (Mattel's Fisher-Price, $39.99). In this new version, on the 10th anniversary of Tickle Me Elmo, Elmo's squeaky laugh and body movements grow more pronounced with three successive tickles. Ages 18 months and up.
WII (Nintendo, $250). This game console (pronounced "We") uses a TV-style remote controller that can be waved around like a tennis racket to manipulate action on the screen. Ages 6 and up.
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