What’s New Mattel Adds to Fijit Friends Line
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attel’s line of robotic pals, Fijit Friends, expands with Fijit Friends Shimmies. These dynamic dancing friends can perform in the palm of one’s hand. Each of the three Fijit Friends Shimmies comes with a unique action-packed dance movement—spinning, twisting, and ear flapping. Shimmies also feature innovative nurturing play; the more it is played with, the better it will perform. Shimmies can be taught to dance to music or to any of the three songs built into each character. They perform in sync with other Shimmies, too. Just like their predecessors, Shimmies can unlock secret content pre-programmed in Fijit Friends utilizing Sonic Chirp technology, special audio coding embedded into Shimmies that, when detected, triggers various programmed reactions in Fijit Friends. Shimmies are recommended for ages 6 and up.
Brer Rabbit Knows Classic Fun
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rer Rabbit Toys’ Badminton Set provides fun for all ages with a large racket face and foam grip handles. The set includes two rackets, two birdies (one regular and one jumbo), a developmental guide, and a storage bag. This set helps to improve hand-eye coordination and is designed for kids ages 5 and up. Lighting Football features an aerodynamic design to aid in outdoor throwing, and can reach distances up to 100 feet. A multicolored football and a developmental guide are included. Mini Lighting Football is an all-season, must-have toy. This small ball is big on play and includes a mini tailored football. Both footballs are designed for kids ages 5 and up. Brer Rabbit Toys’ 7-Foot Jump Rope and 14-Foot Jump Rope are high-quality jump ropes featuring vibrant colors and rubber hand-grip handles for easy holding and use. The 14-foot rope is perfect for multiple children to use for Double Dutch. Both ropes are designed for kids ages 5 and up. Playground Ball is a classic must-have. Players can use it for a variety of games or for outdoor play, such as kickball, four square, and soccer. Designed for kids ages 3 and up, the set includes one ball and a developmental guide. Catchers Set is a catching and throwing toy that encourages eye-hand coordination. This toy provides fun for all skill levels and ages and comes with its own storage and carry bag. Designed for kids ages 5 and up, the set includes two hook ’n loop catchers, one felt ball, and a developmental guide. Bowling Set is great for children to use both indoors and out. The set includes a carrying case for storage, six brightly colored pins, one ball, and a developmental guide. It is designed for kids ages 5 and up.
70 • THE TOY BOOK
FEBRUARY 2013