The 2nd Annual Great Toy Giveaway
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The 2nd Annual Great Toy Giveaway
and cards that tell you how to cook them. It’s a game that keeps players on their toes. WHY WE LOVE IT » Watch out, the grill is ticklish! THE 2 ND L A U N AN T A E R G T OY Y A W A GIVE 3D CITYSCAPE Who wouldn’t want to decorate with duct tape—especially when it’s a tote bag? This is a fun craft for kids of all ages! WHY WE LOVE IT » The brightly colored duct tape is hard to resist. TOTS ART START $16.99 / ALEXTOYS.COM Alex Jr. brings us an art kit that’s perfect for budding artists who are eager to create. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s the perfect activity box for parent-child bonding time. $19.99 / EDUCATIONALINSIGHTS.COM Educational Insights has created a microphone that gets kids dancing and stomping. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s a cool way to exercise. THE BIG BANG THEORY FACT OR FICTION TRIVIA GAME $14.99 / CARDINALGAMES.COM Here’s a great Cardinal Industries game for adults who think they know everything there is to know about The Big Bang Theory. WHY WE LOVE IT » Bazinga! COLOR WONDER LIGHT-UP PAINT PALETTE PUPPET ON A STICK $23.99 / EDUCATIONALINSIGHTS.COM $24.99 / CRAYOLA.COM FAME US $19.99 / ASMODEE.COM This Asmodee bluffing game tests your skills at identifying famous people who are described on each player’s card. WHY WE LOVE IT » There are secret teammates! The paintbrush may appear clear, but it lights up with whatever color you’ve dipped into. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s mess free! ANGRY BIRDS SUPER 3D PUZZLE $7.99 / CARDINALGAMES.COM Your favorite game has been turned into a 150-piece, 3-D puzzle by Cardinal Industries. WHY WE LOVE IT » Come on, it’s Angry Birds! These oversized, silly-faced puppets by Educational Insights are sure to drum up a few dramatic plays, hours of fun and countless possibilities! WHY WE LOVE IT » We love anything that allows kids to be creative. WHERE IS LALALOOPSY? GAME $12.98 / CARDINALGAMES.COM A new kind of hide-and-seek game, this Cardinal Industries Lalaloopsy game gets kids out of their chairs and moving. WHY WE LOVE IT » Lalaloopsy is just fun to say! BARBIE BRING THE BLING $9.99 / CARDINALGAMES.COM This Cardinal Industries’ game includes 24 fabulous MARKER AIRBRUSH RHYME OUT! $29.99 / CRAYOLA.COM $12.99 / EDUCATIONALINSIGHTS.COM Crayola’s Marker Airbrush set is all about turning markers into spray paint-style designs. The kit includes an airbrush sprayer, stencils, paper and markers. WHY WE LOVE IT » You can paint on fabric. It’s time to rhyme with a twist in this exciting Educational Insights game. How do you play? Just get silly, be creative and start rhyming. WHY WE LOVE IT » Who can pass up a good rhyming game? $40 / FISHER-PRICE.COM HOTTEST TOYS. BEGINNING DECEMBER 1 AND LASTING FOR 20 DAYS, FACEBOOK.COM/OCALASTYLE TO ENTER TO WIN. WE’LL DO THE REST. BARBEQUE PARTY WRITTEN & COMPILED BY AUBREY BOOTH Asmodee’s Barbeque Party includes all sorts of silly grill items ocalastyle.com This Asmodee game tests your vocabulary skills and stretches your imagination. WHY WE LOVE IT » You can make the game simple for children or more complicated for adults. MAGIC MOVES ELECTRONIC WAND $54.95 DC SUPER FRIENDS VOICE COMM BATWING TOY GIVEAWAY WILL ONCE AGAIN FEATURE SOME OF THE SEASON’S DEC’12 $32.99 / ASMODEE.COM $18.99 / ALEXTOYS.COM WE DECIDED TO DO IT ALL OVER AGAIN THIS YEAR! OCALA STYLE’S GREAT 52 DIXIT JOURNEY GloGlo Inkoos, from The Bridge Direct, come in different colors and can even be decorated with glow-inthe-dark supplies. The best part? The markers are washable. WHY WE LOVE IT » This toy was the winner of the 2012 Creative Child Magazine “Top Toy of the Year” award. TRANQUIL TURTLE This Cloudb turtle combines calming sounds and sights into one sweet little product to lull your little one to sleep. WHY WE LOVE IT » Everyone can use a little tranquility in their life. $24.99 / INKOOS.COM DUCT TAPE TOTE LAST YEAR’S GREAT TOY GIVEAWAY WAS SUCH A HUGE SUCCESS THAT SIMPLY WATCH FOR THE GIVEAWAY PROMPTS ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE AT GLOGLO INKOOS $21.99 / ALEXTOYS.COM This box full of Alex Little Hands 3D skyscraper pieces provides a ton of ways to mix and create all sorts of buildings. WHY WE LOVE IT » It encourages problem solving and independent thinking! rings and pink sunglasses that reveal a secret, and that’s just the beginning. WHY WE LOVE IT » Kids can wear and swap the rings with friends! $19.99 / ASMODEE.COM Your favorite superheroes can fly in style with Fisher-Price’s BatWing! With flashing lights and Batman sounds, you’ll think you’ve suddenly stepped into Gotham City. WHY WE LOVE IT » The BatWing recognizes which superhero you’ve placed in the driver’s seat! ocalastyle.com DEC’12 53 T T OY THE GREA GIVEAWA Y activity center and it rolls down the slide. WHY WE LOVE IT » Baby’s movements make the balls explode from the center of the toy. THE 7 HABITS OF HAPPY KIDS GAME $29.99 / EDUCATIONALINSIGHTS.COM Educational Insights has created a cute and innovative game that introduces kids to the seven kid-friendly principles of happiness. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s fun and teaches life lessons at the same time. APPTIVITY CASE FOR IPAD DEVICE $35.00 / FISHER-PRICE.COM With Fisher-Price’s new iPad cover, your child can play all of his or her favorite games on your iPad and you don’t need to worry about sticky fingers. WHY WE LOVE IT » The perfect solution for protecting your iPad! DC SUPER FRIENDS VOICE COMM ACTION FIGURES $15 / FISHER-PRICE.COM FANTASTIC GYMNASTICS DORA $50 / FISHER-PRICE.COM Every Fisher-Price BatWing needs an action figure to soar through the skies of Gotham City. WHY WE LOVE IT » Place a figure in the BatWing and you’ll unlock even more conversations between Batman and his friends! This Dora gymnast doll by Fisher-Price does all sorts of handstands, tumbles and fantastic tricks that will keep your little one moving. WHY WE LOVE IT » She performs four routines on her own! DISNEY PRINCESS SONGS PALACE JAKE’S MUSICAL PIRATE SHIP BUCKY Pretty in pink, this Fisher-Price Disney palace is made for a princess with impressive details, like brightly colored trim and high-flying pink flags. WHY WE LOVE IT » Little People versions of Cinderella and Snow White are included! Your preschooler’s favorite pirate is about to embark on a high seas adventure with Bucky, the FisherPrice pirate ship. WHY WE LOVE IT » Bucky will talk to you with a library of over 25 phrases. $50 / FISHER-PRICE.COM $45 / FISHER-PRICE.COM $60 / FISHER-PRICE.COM This Fisher-Price activity center allows children to exercise handeye coordination as they drop colorful balls down slides, ramps and chutes. WHY WE LOVE IT » Ballapalooza grows with each developmental stage. 54 DEC’12 ocalastyle.com A fun new way to cruise around the house, Fisher-Price brings you a friendly, ride-on puppy that grows with your child. WHY WE LOVE IT » Puppy even teaches your child the alphabet, manners and colors. LITTLE PEOPLE WHEELIES LOOPS ‘N SWOOPS AMUSEMENT PARK $45 / FISHER-PRICE.COM This Fisher-Price play set is full of loops, swirls, ramps, roller coasters and slides for your little one’s miniature cars. WHY WE LOVE IT » There are lots of fun sounds, too! LOVING FAMILY DREAM DOLLHOUSE $90 / FISHER-PRICE.COM This grand estate by Fisher-Price features large rooms, elegant styles and sweet details. WHY WE LOVE IT » There’s a hidden playroom and sparkling chandeliers. $24.99 / HASBRO.COM Your little mommy-in-training will love caring for Hasbro’s lovable baby doll that drinks a bottle and then requires a diaper change! WHY WE LOVE IT » The doll even comes with dress-up clothes, a tiara and a story that can be read by your little one. $60 / FISHER-PRICE.COM TEAM UMIZOOMI: COME & GET US COUNTING UMICAR $35 / FISHER-PRICE.COM This remote control Fisher-Price car moves, counts, spins and sings. WHY WE LOVE IT » The car will even drive straight toward the person holding the remote. Thomas the Train will be zooming around the track and zipping down the chute on this FisherPrice TrackMaster rail set. This set provides big adventure for your child on the Blue Mountain Quarry. WHY WE LOVE IT » Watch out, the bridge might collapse! MINNIE’S BOW-TIQUE FASHION ON-THE-GO $40 / FISHER-PRICE.COM Your fashionista Minnie Mouse fan will have a ball with this FisherPrice Bow-tique. WHY WE LOVE IT » The handy carrying case keeps all the parts together. TEAM UMIZOOMI UMI SHAPE ADVENTURES $33 / FISHER-PRICE.COM Geo, Milli and Bot will help your child learn all about shapes with this Fisher-Price Umi Shape Adventure board. WHY WE LOVE IT » The toy features all sorts of sounds, phrases and bright colors! BATTLESHIP MOVIE EDITION GAME RESCUE HEROES VOICE COMM POLICE CAR $19.99 / HASBRO.COM Hasbro combines the old-fashioned Battleship game with the recent 2012 Battleship motion picture, bringing this classic game to life! WHY WE LOVE IT » The game comes in a convenient travel case. $25 / FISHER-PRICE.COM Be a hero with this Fisher-Price police car. Place one of the action figures in the car and they come to life with phrases and directions. WHY WE LOVE IT » The car responds to movement with real police car sounds! $40 / FISHER-PRICE.COM Fisher-Price’s Rev ‘n Go cars really show their moves with this cool stunt garage. WHY WE LOVE IT » The launcher pumps up the power for even better stunt action! $60 / FISHER-PRICE.COM CRUISE & GROOVE BALLAPALOOZA $50 / FISHER-PRICE.COM BABY ALIVE SIPS ‘N TINKLES PRINCESS THOMAS & FRIENDS TRACKMASTER RISKY RAILS BRIDGE DROP REV ‘N GO GARAGE IMAGINEXT EAGLE TALON CASTLE With this Fisher-Price castle kids can cross the bridge into an exciting world where the turn of a figure activates a gate, shuts the barricade and defends the castle from enemies. WHY WE LOVE IT » The castle’s full of latches, doors and hidden places to discover! LAUGH & LEARN STRIDETO-RIDE PUPPY M3 MASTER MOVES MICKEY $70 / FISHER-PRICE.COM Mickey takes his moves and music to a whole new level with this new Fisher-Price toy. WHY WE LOVE IT » More than 15 dance moves will keep your little one entertained for hours. STAND-UP BALLCANO $40 /FISHER-PRICE.COM Babies will keep giggling as they place a colorful ball on the BEYBLADE METAL FURY DESTROYER DOME THOMAS & FRIENDS STEAM NINTENDO WII MARIOKART ‘N SPEED R/C THOMAS MINI RADIO CONTROL KART $45 / FISHER-PRICE.COM $34.95 / GOLDIEMARKETING.COM.AU Thomas says a few phrases, moves forward and backward, and even spins with this cool Fisher-Price R/C toy. WHY WE LOVE IT » This R/C train is easy for toddlers to use! Goldie and Nintendo have created this remote control car with an easy-to-use remote and an authentic Mario or Yoshi in the driver’sseat. WHY WE LOVE IT » The karts look just like the ones from the video game. $39.99 / HASBRO.COM If there’s a little boy in your house, you’ve probably heard about Hasbro’s Beyblade brand. The new Destroyer Dome is an epic arena that adds a whole new element to Beyblade battles. WHY WE LOVE IT » With this toy, you’ll even get two collector cards! ocalastyle.com DEC’12 55 T T OY THE GREA GIVEAWA Y BOP IT! SMASH $19.99 / HASBRO.COM Lightening-fast reflexes and your competitive side are required for this favorite Hasbro game. WHY WE LOVE IT » A perfect party game for all ages! FURREAL FRIENDS BOUNCY, MY HAPPY-TO-SEE-ME-PUP $36.99 / HASBRO.COM NERF FIREVISION TOYS HELLO KITTY MONOPOLY $39.99 / SANRIO.COM The perfect addition to any Hello Kitty collection, Sanrio and Hasbro have created a Hello Kitty Monopoly game that includes flats instead of houses, garden terraces instead of hotels and collectible tokens. WHY WE LOVE IT » Even the Monopoly money features Hello Kitty! Hasbro’s Bouncy the pup recognizes voices and movement, and she barks like a real, happy puppy! WHY WE LOVE IT » She’ll even jump around in circles. MONOPOLY MILLIONAIRE $19.99 / HASBRO.COM ELEFUN & FRIENDS SNACKIN’ SAFARI $14.99 / HASBRO.COM Live like a millionaire in this high-end version of Hasbro’s Monopoly. WHY WE LOVE IT » You might start out with a paper airplane and by the time the game is over, you could own a private jet! With his bouncing trunk, Hasbro’s Elefun sniffs out snacks and inspires your preschoolers to race around the room and find them. WHY WE LOVE IT » There’s more than one way to play this game. $24.99 / HASBRO.COM $8.99 / HASBRO.COM Hasbro’s adorable dizzy dancing pets are sure to bring out your child’s playful side with spins, tricks and dance moves. WHY WE LOVE IT » There are over 50 Dizzy Dancers to collect. 56 DEC’12 ocalastyle.com KOOSH GALAXY SOLAR RECON $26.99 / HASBRO.COM Hasbro’s new ball launcher is perfect for young adventurers who want to protect the galaxy and have exciting Nerf battles. WHY WE LOVE IT » This glow-in-the-dark blaster has fantastic lights and sounds. $9.99 / HASBRO.COM In celebration of Mr. Potato Head’s 60th birthday, Playskool and Hasbro have created Spider Spud, inspired by The Amazing Spiderman film. WHY WE LOVE IT » We think this costume might be Mr. Potato Head’s best outfit yet! SCRABBLE CATCH PHRASE ELECTRONIC $19.99 / HASBRO.COM Hasbro’s new and exciting version of the classic Catch Phrase game will have a whole new set of families frantically trying to guess the phrase. WHY WE LOVE IT » This game creates an opportunity for family bonding. TONKA CHUCK & FRIENDS TUMBLIN’ CHUCK $39.99 / HASBRO.COM This Hasbro truck has seven activities and games and over 80 phrases. Your kids will have hours of fun in the house or outside with Tumblin’ Chuck. WHY WE LOVE IT » This truck can even do somersaults! BEAR IN UNDERWEAR BACKPACK ADVENTURE BOARD GAME $20 / HAYWIREGROUP.COM In this humorous new game from Haywire Group, players must travel through the board game’s forest collecting food, various items and underwear! WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s so silly you can’t help but love it. DINO POPPER $9.99 / HOGWILDTOYS.COM Hog Wild’s Dino can launch a foam ball out of its nose with some help from your little one. WHY WE LOVE IT » Dino includes six foam balls and a carry net so you can take the Dino Popper anywhere. RAPID FIRE POWER POPPER $16.99 / HOGWILDTOYS.COM This Hog Wild Power Popper can hold 12 soft balls and shoot them in rapid succession. WHY WE LOVE IT » Provides hours of imaginative play! ICEE DELUXE SLUSHY MACHINE MY LITTLE PONY TWILIGHT SPARKLE CAR FURREAL FRIENDS DIZZY DANCERS $9.99-$19.99 / HASBRO.COM Put on the Fire Frames glasses, turn out the lights and watch as the ball lights up. This excellent addition to your child’s collection of Hasbro Nerf toys will provide for hours of backyard (or indoor) fun. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s just plain cool! MR. POTATO HEAD THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN SPIDER SPUD The magical Hasbro ponies have found a new mode of transportation with this cute R/C car that’s sure to keep your little girl giggling. WHY WE LOVE IT » The Twilight Sparkle Car features a playlist of songs. PLAY-DOH SWEET SHOPPE CANDY CYCLONE ROBBIN’ EGGS BOARD GAME $19.99 / HASBRO.COM Hasbro’s made a new way to love Play-Doh. This time, we’re being introduced to a Play-Doh gumball machine that creates colorful pieces of candy and then sends them down the spiral slide. WHY WE LOVE IT » Candy and Play-Doh. What’s not to love? $20 / HAYWIREGROUP.COM COME ‘N PLAY COOKIE MONSTER KITCHEN CAFE $59.99 / HASBRO.COM The beloved Sesame Street friends are working in the kitchen, training your little chefs with this Hasbro and Playskool toy. WHY WE LOVE IT » There are several “food” pieces, a menu and cooking utensils included! In this Haywire Group game, you’ll have to get the number of eggs in the nest as close to the number on the dice as possible. WHY WE LOVE IT » The rules are silly and you’ll have to put on your mathematics hat to win. $25.99 / ICEE.COM This slushy machine makes real slushies with an easy step-bystep process that’s perfect for kids. WHY WE LOVE IT » A yummy family treat any time of year. POP&PLAY TOYS MONSUNO ACTION FIGURES The Pop&Play activity mat and play gym feature a variety of colorful gadgets and gizmos that spin, twirl and make noise to keep your baby entertained and stimulated. WHY WE LOVE IT » The pods and plush toys are interchangeable to create a whole new toy for your little one. Spin into action and transform into battle with the all-new Monsuno Core and Transforming Action Figures by Jakks Pacific. WHY WE LOVE IT » There are hundreds of Monsuno action figures to add to your collection. $12.99-$49.99 / INFANTINO.COM $12.99 / MONSUNO.COM MONSUNO WILD CORE SPIN ‘N STYLE WHIRL ‘N WEAR HEADBANDS $21.99 / MONSUNO.COM The Monsuno Wild Core brings motorized, electronic chaos to any battle. Jakks Pacific has created a toy that’s loaded with perpetual spins, LED lights and transformations. WHY WE LOVE IT » There are more Monsuno toys to collect! $24.99 / INTPLAY.COM Decorate and design fashionable headbands with International Playthings’ new headband decorating kit. WHY WE LOVE IT » Perfect for a kids’ party or sleepover activity. CABBAGE PATCH KIDS BABIES $24.99 / JAKKS.COM Jakks Pacific is introducing more babies to the Cabbage Patch. Your little mommy-in-training will love this gift! WHY WE LOVE IT » You can find a mini-me doll that looks like your child! IBOUNCE KIDS TRAMPOLINE $99.95 / JUMPSPORT.COM This JumpSport trampoline can be used indoors or outdoors and is the perfect size for toddlers and young kids. WHY WE LOVE IT » There’s a tablet mount on the handlebars! ocalastyle.com DEC’12 57 T T OY THE GREA GIVEAWA Y wrench, hammer and drill! To complete the kit, there’s a carrying bucket for the tools. WHY WE LOVE IT » Your little one can work right alongside you as you fix stuff. WINX CLUB BELIEVIX DELUXE FASHION DOLLS $19.99 / WINXTOYS.JAKKS.COM These enchanting Jakks Pacific fairy dolls, based on the new Nickelodeon show, are perfect for the little one who loves magical transformations, fashion and sparkles. WHY WE LOVE IT » There’s a magical membership card that can be redeemed online. DOC MCSTUFFINS “TIME FOR YOUR CHECK-UP” DOLL $39.99 / JUSTPLAYPRODUCTS.COM Just Play’s new Doc McStuffins doll, based on the popular Disney television show, is always busy healing toys of their problems. WHY WE LOVE IT » Lambie and Doc can even have conversations and this doc can sing! TINKERTOYS Tinkertoys by K’Nex and Playskool are made from durable plastic that snaps together easily, allowing your child to create one-of-a-kind 3-D designs. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s a classic! $34.99 / LEARNINGRESOURCES.COM $39.99 / JUSTPLAYPRODUCTS.COM Just Play is introducing a toy that’s full of bouncing fun. He waves, bounces and sings. WHY WE LOVE IT » Tigger features a parent-friendly volume control. KLUTZ CRAFT BOOKS $12.99-$24.99 / KLUTZ.COM From creating your own coin blaster arcade and Disney Princess paper purses to building Buzz Lightyear gliders and designing mini bottle cap jewelry, Klutz has a craft book for every interest. WHY WE LOVE IT » All Klutz books come with age-appropriate, easy-to-read instructions so crafting will never be frustrating. MINNIE’S FLIPPING FUN KITCHEN $59.99 / JUSTPLAYPRODUCTS.COM This girly Minnie Mouse kitchen by Just Play has a hidden sink, milkshake maker, dish rack, Lazy Susan and a frying pan that actually flips a pancake. WHY WE LOVE IT » Minnie’s kitchen makes realistic sounds. 58 DEC’12 ocalastyle.com Your child will feel like a real ninja with this box of action figures and LEGO creatures. WHY WE LOVE IT » This impressive box of figurines includes Fangtom, Jay ZX, Fangdam, Fangpyre, ninja swords and more. This adorable Learning Resources toy helps you teach your child not only colors, but the differences between common vegetables and fruits, as well as how to choose nutritious meals in a fun, creative way. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s never too early to learn good nutrition, right? Lolo’s Bucket Blast introduces you to 15 games in one fun-packed bucket! Chase, balance and toss your way through a variety of games. WHY WE LOVE IT » Indoor and outdoor games are included. BELLA BUTTERFLY TEA SET $19.99 / MELISSAANDDOUG.COM FACEBOOK.COM/MELISSA&DOUG NEW SPROUTS FIX IT! $24.99 / LEARNINGRESRESOURCES.COM This Learning Resources tool set includes a saw, screwdriver, It’s teatime with Melissa & Doug! This perfectly designed tea set comes complete with everything your favorite girl needs to host a spectacular tea party. WHY WE LOVE IT » The floral designs are just too cute. BLINGLES ACCESSORY PACK $16.99 / MYBLINGLES.COM The newest way to decorate your world with sparkles comes in the form of Moose Toys’ Blingles Accessory Pack. WHY WE LOVE IT » Great mess-free, accessorizing fun! SCHWINN HIGH TIMBER BIKE $208.13 / SCHWINNBIKES.COM This 24-inch Schwinn bike is designed with mountain and street biking in mind. WHY WE LOVE IT » This bike comes in color schemes both boys and girls will love! FORTUNE COOKIE MAKER SET $24.99 / MOOSETOYS.COM $19.99 / MELISSAANDDOUG.COM FACEBOOK.COM/MELISSA&DOUG BUCKET BLAST FARMER’S MARKET COLOR SORTING SET This two-piece Melissa & Doug tractor-trailer set has a great collection of wooden construction pieces to put together. WHY WE LOVE IT » All 22 wooden pieces fit into the trailer so they’ll stay organized and clutter-free. MY OWN MAILBOX $39.95 / LOLOFUN.COM $70.99 / KNEX.COM This 4-foot-tall, 1,225-piece roller coaster set by K’Nex will provide hours of fun for your adventurous pre-teen. WHY WE LOVE IT » The track is over 37 feet long and includes a motorized chain lift. NINJAGO MASTER OF SPINJITZU Candy Construction by Learning Resources is a cute new way to build towers and designs. WHY WE LOVE IT » Each building piece actually looks like pieces of candy—peppermints, gumdrops and more! $39.99 / LEARNINGRESOURCES.COM ATOMIC COASTER $29.99 / MELISSAANDDOUG.COM FACEBOOK.COM/MELISSA&DOUG $49.99 / LEGO.COM CANDY CONSTRUCTION BUILDING SET BOUNCE BOUNCE TIGGER BIG RIG BUILDING SET $43.99 / KNEX.COM Introduce your kids to the fun of getting snail mail with this Melissa & Doug wooden mailbox complete with a red flag, letters, number stickers and more. WHY WE LOVE IT » Your child can write on the letters and postcards with wipe-clean crayons, which are also included. Children get to create, write and decorate fortune cookies with this cool Moose Toys fortune cookie maker. Oh yea, and they can eat them, too! WHY WE LOVE IT » This is a great kids’ party activity! TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES POWERSOUND FX ACTION FIGURE PONY ROYALE $14.99 / PONYROYALEWORLD.COM These beautiful, bejeweled ponies by Razor USA are super stylish and offer more than 60 fashion styles. WHY WE LOVE IT » You can collect them all to create your own barn full of beauties. $14.99 / PLAYMATESTOYS.COM GELARTI ACTIVITY PACK $19.99 / MOOSETOYS.COM Enjoy hours of creating, designing and adding all sorts of fantastic decorations to solid surfaces with this Moose Toys art and activity pack. WHY WE LOVE IT » The set even includes a bonus book, marble tools, stickers, paints and more. Playmates Toys has created a new PowerSound action figure that can do all sorts of fun ninja tricks. WHY WE LOVE IT » The TMNT were so popular 20 years ago, that they brought them back for a new generation to enjoy. ILLUMIVOR MECHA-SHARK $89.99 / ILLUMIVOR.COM Skyrocket Toys has created this glowing, radio-controlled, half shark, half cyborg machine with impressive teeth and real sound effects. WHY WE LOVE IT » This shark measures an impressive 18 inches! PLAYMOBIL ADVENT CALENDAR MICRO CHARGERS TIME TRACK $19.99 / PLAYMOBILUSA.COM Equipped with four lane chargers, this Moose Toys Time Track set is the biggest Micro Chargers race challenge yet. WHY WE LOVE IT » There are lots of fun loops, twirls and spins for your chargers! Your child will love waking up each morning of December and opening the calendar doors to reveal special surprises. WHY WE LOVE IT » This Playmobil calendar gives your little one something small to look forward to each day. $64.99 / MICROCHARGERS.COM THE TRASH PACK SERIES 3 $11.99 / TRASHPACK.COM Moose Toys introduces us to the gross gang in your garbage with this “12 Trashies in trash cans” pack. WHY WE LOVE IT » There are more than 100 Trashies to collect. ocalastyle.com DEC’12 59 T T OY THE GREA GIVEAWA Y with her own personality and style. WHY WE LOVE IT » The dolls look surprisingly life-like. RADIATE SKATEBOARD EASEL FOR TWO $89.95 / ROCKBOARD.COM Ride the streets in style with this Rockboard Radiate Skateboard that comes in a variety of colors. WHY WE LOVE IT » LED wiring literally makes the board dazzle with lights. ALL AROUND WAGON WHISPER WHEELS $49.99 / STEP2.COM One side of this Step2 easel features a metal dry-erase board and the other side is perfect for drawing with chalk. WHY WE LOVE IT » Two children can play at once! EASY STEER SPORTSTER WHISPER WHEELS $79.99 / STEP2.COM $69.99 / STEP2.COM One of America’s favorite childhood toy brands is back with this Step2 wagon, uniquely designed with whisper wheels and easy-open doors. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s easier to pull the kids than to carry them! It’s like a stroller, only cooler! With tough wheels that maneuver well over rough roads and gravel, this sturdy ride-on sportster is a must for any family on the go. WHY WE LOVE IT » The wheels may be large, but they’re not loud. BRILLI THE IMAGINATION BALL ROLLICK! SEA WEES $5.99 / TOYSRUS.COM Upon placing them in warm water, these little Toys R Us Sea Wees change color and transform right before your eyes, making bath time fun! WHY WE LOVE IT » Sea Wees don’t take up much space. Vtech’s Brilli keeps the fun times going with counting, sounds and rhyming modes. WHY WE LOVE IT » Kids can even try their hand at classic games like hot potato! $15.99-$29.99 / VTECH.COM $19.99 / THINKFUN.COM BRAIN BOX $12.99 / UGAMES.COM Tomy and Lamaze have created this adorable melodious toy turtle that features all sorts of sounds to keep your baby entertained. WHY WE LOVE IT » This cuddly turtle friend is perfect for tummy time! CREATIVE COOKS KITCHEN $190 / STEP2.COM Imagine the child-size version of your dream kitchen! This is it. This Step2 kitchen even includes a recycling bin. WHY WE LOVE IT » Fabulous details, like a farmhouse-style sink. 60 DEC’12 ocalastyle.com JOURNEY GIRLS $32.99 / TOYSRUS.COM Toys R Us has created a line of lovable, collectible dolls, each $4.99 / ZINGTOYS.COM Your child will have loads of fun as they prepare for takeoff and blast off with this Zing rocket that can soar 50 feet into the air. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s safe for indoor and outdoor fun. ZEEBEEZ $2.69 / ZINGTOYS.COM YFLICKER F3 SCOOTER Push the center of a Zing ZeeBeez and then drop it on a flat surface. The fun is in trying to catch your ZeeBeez as it bounces up to 6 feet in the air. WHY WE LOVE IT » It works as a great stress-reliever! $139.99 / YVOLUTION.COM This three-wheeled Yvolution scooter that will provide hours of fun, as your child drifts down the sidewalk. WHY WE LOVE IT » It has an easy-to-use, stow-away folding system. $19.99 / WONDERWORLDTOYS.COM $19.99 / WONDERFORGE.COM POPPIN HOPPIES Jake and his friends have teamed up with Wonder Forge to bring you a high-seas adventure that will require you to don your pirate gear and capture gold doubloons. WHY WE LOVE IT » This game promotes physical activity. AIR STORM POP ROCKETZ Your child will enjoy hours of racing and learning about cars from WorxToys’ new racing car. WHY WE LOVE IT » The Speedster even has remote transmitter compatibility, working doors and removable wheels. WONDER FISHING GAME DAZZLING PRINCESS GAME $29.99 / TOMY.COM NEVERLAND CHALLENGE GAME A 2-in-1 Vtech transformer that changes from a dinosaur to a vehicle. Now that’s awesome! WHY WE LOVE IT » The LCD screen plays short animations. After 15 seconds of looking at a car, you have to be able to answer questions about it. Do you think you could do it? WHY WE LOVE IT » There are a variety of Brain Boxes by University Games available that cover all sorts of subjects. TURTLE TUNES $29.99 / WORXTOYS.COM $19.99 / WONDERFORGE.COM SWITCH & GO DINOS ROLL&PLAY Perfect for parents and toddlers to play and learn together, Think Fun has created a game that teaches toddlers all about sounds, animals and emotions. WHY WE LOVE IT » We love toys that teach children about the world around them. SPEEDSTER $17.99 / VETCH.COM $24.99 / THEGAMECHEF.COM This Game Chef game is fun for all ages and keeps you on your toes. You’ll be laughing out loud (it is called Rollick! after all) as you act out the clues with your teammates. WHY WE LOVE IT » Rollick! has over 750 clues. the fun of old-fashioned tabletop games, this Wonder Forge game tests your wits, memory and matching skills! WHY WE LOVE IT » This promotes high-tech family time. Wonder Forge has designed the perfect magical dress-up game featuring Disney princesses and dazzling tiaras. WHY WE LOVE IT » The counting and matching game includes 200 cards. This charming fishing game by Wonderworld uses a wooden rod to catch miniature magnetic fish of various colors. WHY WE LOVE IT » We love anything that teaches children in a fun way. $19.99 / UGAMES.COM The Poppin Hoppies, spring-loaded figures with suction cups, are depressed and players try to catch them as they pop up. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s an action-packed game by University Games that will get family members up and out of their chairs. WONDER GLOW BLOCKS $22.99 / WONDERWORLDTOYS.COM DR. SEUSS FUN MACHINE GAME TILES $9.99 / WONDERFORGE.COM A new game combining app technology from your iPad and Wonderworld’s glow-in-the-dark wooden blocks provide hours of entertainment and education for children. WHY WE LOVE IT » The blocks change color depending on the lighting. ocalastyle.com DEC’12 61 T T OY THE GREA GIVEAWA Y HARPERCOLLINS PUBLISHERS BOOKS THE LADYBUG GAME $11.95 / ZOBMONDO.COM Watch out, there are plenty of roadblocks along the way as the ladybugs try to find their way home. WHY WE LOVE IT » This game was invented by a young girl from California! HARPERCOLLINS.COM FLOPPETS $1.99 / FLOPPETS.COM Zydeco Studios brings us the newest and cutest wave of collectables. These little guys are perfect for adding a personal touch to any backpack, ring, flip flop or shoelace. WHY WE LOVE IT » Kids can collect and share their Floppets. CHARLIE AND THE CHRISTMAS KITTY DK BOOKS By Ree Drummond $17.99 DK.COM AMELIA BEDELIA BOOKS By Peggy Parish DISNEY FAIRIES: THE FAIRIES ENCYCLOPEDIA $16.99 WOULD YOU RATHER...? $29.95 / ZOBMONDO.COM The perfect party activity is better than ever with Zobmondo’s version of the game that’s sure to make you squeamish. WHY WE LOVE IT » The hilarious questions will keep your group laughing. CITYVILLE MONOPOLY $24.99 / ZYNGA.COM CityVille Monopoly by Zynga and Hasbro allows you to build your dream city, compete to become mayor and even build houses. WHY WE LOVE IT » Every game comes with a code that allows you to redeem City Cash on your online version of CityVille. Your little fairy will love this delightfully illustrated book. WHY WE LOVE IT » It has a glitter book cover! LEGO SUPER HEROES BATMAN VISUAL DICTIONARY $21.99 Explore the world of Batman and other awesome heroes. WHY WE LOVE IT » Superheroes + Legos = Awesome. DISNEY PIXAR CHARACTER ENCYCLOPEDIA Stuffed full of facts about 200 classic Disney characters. WHY WE LOVE IT » A must-have book for Disney Pixar fans. OPTICAL ILLUSIONS $19.99 This interactive book is full of flaps, tabs, pulls and impressive optical illusions. WHY WE LOVE IT » Honestly, it’s just a really cool book! $22.99 / ZYNGA.COM $40 ZOOBIES.COM Zoobies has brought America’s favorite storybook characters to life with its line of 3-in-1 plush animals. WHY WE LOVE IT » Each of the characters acts as both a pillow and a cuddly blanket. 62 DEC’12 ocalastyle.com PRICES VARY Discover why so many kids have fallen in love with Amelia Bedelia, the girl who’s full of surprises and seems to be confused about everything. WHY WE LOVE IT » Everything always seems to turn out perfectly. THE GREAT UNEXPECTED WARRIORS NOVEL SERIES By Sharon Creech By Erin Hunter $16.99 $16.99 With a cast of intriguing characters, from Crazy Cora to the boy who fell out of a tree, this book is full of surprises when two worlds mesh together unexpectedly. WHY WE LOVE IT » The characters are well formed and interesting. Follow the adventures of four warrior clans with this three-book “Omen of the Star Warriors” box set as they journey to discover the secrets that bind them together. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s a great book series for the tweens in your life. DIVERGENT By Veronica Roth FARMVILLE HUNGRY HERD ZOOBIES With this story about finding the good in everything, Ree Drummond reintroduces his Charlie the Ranch Dog character… this time with a dab of winter cheer. WHY WE LOVE IT » He’s a lovable pup with a lesson we can all learn. $9.99 $16.99 The whole family can play as each person tries to gobble up marbles with a variety of farm animals. WHY WE LOVE IT » We have to give Zynga and Hasbro credit for coming up with this new idea! literally counting everything that goes. WHY WE LOVE IT » The colorful illustrations will keep your child’s attention. DOODLEPEDIA $12.99 This DK book will introduce readers to a world of fantastic facts and fabulously beautiful doodles. WHY WE LOVE IT » The book has kids finishing off pre-drawn doodles. BELIEVE: THE VICTORIOUS STORY OF ERIC LEGRAND By Eric LeGrand and Mike Yorkey $16.99 This memoir, written by a football player who was left paralyzed following a tackle, has recently been adapted for young readers. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s an inspirational story the whole family can enjoy. This book features 100 of the coolest creatures on the planet. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s a musthave book for kids who love nature. PETE THE CAT SAVES CHRISTMAS IT’S TIME FOR PRESCHOOL By Eric Litwin By Esme Raji Codell $17.99 $15.99 Pete the Cat is the only one who can help a sick Santa deliver presents on time. WHY WE LOVE IT » A new spin on the classic The Night Before Christmas. Codell’s book makes preschool sound exciting and fun. WHY WE LOVE IT » Most books concentrate on starting kindergarten—this one caters to the younger crowd! LITTLE BO IN LONDON SMITHSONIAN SUPER NATURE ENCYCLOPEDIA $24.99 The first installment of Roth’s much-anticipated dystopian trilogy, Divergent introduces readers to Tris, a young woman who must make the most important decision of her life. WHY WE LOVE IT » Our copy of the book is signed! Yes, seriously! CARNIVAL OF SOULS By Melissa Marr $17.99 In a high-powered competition, the characters must use their abilities to fight for their lives. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s a page turner. EVERYTHING GOES: 123 BEEP BEEP BEEP! AND EVERYTHING GOES STOP! GO! By Brian Biggs $7.99 From fire-trucks and motorcycles to racecars and trucks, Biggs will have your little one By Julie Andrews Edwards and Emma Walton Hamilton $19.99 SEED BY SEED Julie Andrews and her daughter tell the tale of a cat named Bonnie “Bo” who embarks on a London adventure. WHY WE LOVE IT » This book was a mother-daughter endeavor. By Esme Raji Codell $16.99 A charming story about why we should all respect Johnny Appleseed. WHY WE LOVE IT » This book makes learning about history entertaining. ocalastyle.com DEC’12 63 T T OY THE GREA GIVEAWA Y SCHOLASTIC SCHOLASTIC.COM unlikely bond between one of the troublemaking Raven Boys and Blue Sargent. WHY WE LOVE IT » You’ll just have to trust us on this one! THE SPINDLERS By Lauren Oliver $16.99 In this story, a girl named Liza discovers that her brother has changed over night and it’s up to her to save him. WHY WE LOVE IT » It’s a story of family love and loyalty. STAR WARS 123 $12.99 Counting Star Wars characters and starships, your child will learn their numbers in no time at all. WHY WE LOVE IT » The book counts all the way up to 100 imperial Stormtroopers! HOW DO DINOSAURS SAY HAPPY CHANUKAH? AND HOW DO DINOSAURS SAY MERRY CHRISTMAS? By Jane Yolen & Mark Teague $16.99 Join your favorite prehistoric pals as they learn all about the traditions of Chanukah and Christmas. WHY WE LOVE IT » These books provide a great way to educate your child on traditions and customs. STARSTRUCK By Lauren Conrad $18.99 In this young adult book, a fictional reality show star, Madison Parker, learns firsthand of the downside of fame. WHY WE LOVE IT » We like seeing Lauren Conrad as a role model. THE RAVEN BOYS By Maggie Stiefvater $18.99 THE ULTIMATE HUNGER GAMES PACKAGE $7.99-$30 Whether you’re just getting into The Hunger Games phenomenon or you’re a Hunger Games aficionado, Scholastic has the everything you need to learn all about the trilogy, from The Hunger Games Collector’s Edition and Illustrated Movie Companion to the Tribute Guide and an intro to the world of Panem. WHY WE LOVE IT » These guides provide awesome behind-thescenes details. With mystery and suspense filling every page, this story is about an I SEE ME I See Me, a company that publishes personalized children’s books, offers an array of children’s stories featuring characters with your child’s name. WHY WE LOVE IT » Your children will love reading books that are all about them! F O S Y A D 20 S Y A W A E V I G 64 DEC’12 ocalastyle.com WITH OVER $5,000 IN TOYS CROWDING EVERY CORNER OF OUR OFFICE, WE NEED TO CLEAN HOUSE AND GIVE THEM AWAY! AND WE’D LIKE TO SHARE ALL OF THESE FANTASTIC TOYS WITH YOU, OUR OCALA STYLE READERS. DURING THE FIRST 20 DAYS OF DECEMBER, LOG ONTO OCALA STYLE’S FACEBOOK PAGE AND ENTER TO WIN. WE ALSO HAVE BIG PLANS TO DONATE A VERY SPECIAL BOX OF TOYS TO ONE OF OUR DESERVING LOCAL CHILDREN’S CHARITIES, BUT WE NEED YOUR HELP. YOU CAN SPREAD THE CHEER BY VISITING OUR FACEBOOK PAGE TO VOTE ON WHICH CHARITY YOU THINK SHOULD BE GIVEN THE BOX OF TOYS AT THE CONCLUSION OF OUR GREAT TOY GIVEAWAY!
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