Dolls & Plush Saban’s Julius Jr. Talk-O-Matic Pal Has Something to Say
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ntended for kids ages 2 and up and available at Toys “R” Us, this 12-inch, soft Julius Jr. Talk-O-Matic Pal, from Saban Brands, includes more than 10 signature phrases such as, “Eureka!” and, “The best inventions are the ones that help your friends!”
Gund Cuddles Up to the Classics
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und will introduce its new line of licensed, surface-washable plush for kids ages 1 and up. New to Gund’s licenses, Pusheen, the chubby gray tabby cat, will be transformed into a soft and cuddly 12-inch plush. The Internet sensation has millions of followers online and is known to love cuddles, snacks, and dress-up. Gund’s plush version brings the web comic to life in her classic pose, and its washable surface makes for quick and easy cleaning. Superhero fans can save the world with DC Comics Malone as Batman. This 12-inch high-quality plush bear comes dressed as Batman in an accurate costume. Straight from the movie Kiki’s Delivery Service, Gund will introduce a 6-inch seated Jiji plush based on the beloved magical cat. Staying true to the animated character, the plush will have Jiji’s iconic red bow. From the illustrated world of Beatrix Potter, Gund will present its Classic Beatrix Potter Peter Rabbit plush. This high-quality, 9-inch plush features Peter’s signature blue coat and details directly from the original illustrations from Mr. McGregor’s The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Gund’s Grumpy Cat Scarf Hat is designed to fit most kids, teens, and adults. The Grumpy Cat Scarf Hat features a soft plush hat with embroidered details that recreate the sassy cat’s signature cranky expression. Two attached long scarves end in hand-warming paw pockets. Appropriate for fans ages 3 and up, the Scarf Hat is 36 inches long and surface-washable. Gund will bring Uglydoll’s Wage to life in 12-inch plush form dressed as Captain Kirk. The high-quality plush features accurate costume details from the sciencefiction series. Lastly, Gund will introduce collectible Beanbag Pals to its line of Sesame Street products with its Sesame Street Elmo Beanbag Pal. This soft, 3-inch beanbag plush pal features embroidered character details and can be squeezed, stacked, tossed, thrown, and more. Safe for kids ages 1 and up, the surface is washable and there are a variety of favorite characters available for kids to collect. DC Comics Malone as Batman
178 • THE TOY BOOK
FEBRUARY 2015