WAYNE, N.J., Dec. 8, 2005 -- Toys "R" Us today announced a list of stocking stuffer ideas, which prove that tiny packages can hold tremendous fun. From miniature takes on classic toys to pocket-sized playthings, each item is available at all Toys "R" Us stores nationwide.
The list includes an array of small but special finds including classic toys like Travel Lite-Brite and LEGO, new "must-haves" including Shake 'N Go Racers and Tiny Turbos Racers and DVDs including Walt Disney's Cinderella and Robots from 20th Century Fox. Batteries, always a holiday-time necessity, may be placed in the stocking toe.
"Some of the most joyful moments on Christmas morning come from watching the joy on children's faces when they find the carefully selected treasures hidden in their stockings," said John Barbour, president, Toys "R" Us, U.S. "And, great gifts don't have to be big in size in order to provide hours of fun and learning for children."
The 14 stocking stuffers that Toys "R" Us has identified as the best items to fill kids' stockings this year are:
- 20Q™ from Radica®
- 35 Count Translucent Magnetix® Building Set from Rose Art® a subsidiary of Mega Bloks
- Animal Alley Plush Pets Gift Card Holders from Toys "R" Us®
- B-DAMAN™ Blaster from Hasbro®
- Crayola® Pip-Squeaks™ Washable Markers from Binney & Smith®
- Fast Lane© Street Vehicle Collection from Toys "R" Us®
- In a Tube from Animal Planet™
- Robots™ on DVD from 20th Century Fox
- Shake 'N Go™ Racers from Fisher-Price®
- Tamagotchi® Connection™ Version 2 from Bandai America Incorporated®
- Thomas the Tank Engine™ from Learning Curve
- Racers Tiny Turbos from LEGO®
- Travel Lite-Brite® from Hasbro®
- Walt Disney's Cinderella Platinum Edition DVD from Buena Vista Home Video
20Q™ from Radica®
The classic game of 20 Questions is captured in this portable, interactive game that challenges players to beat the computerized artificial intelligence in a battle of wits. Players think of an item and then answer the game's assorted queries by pressing buttons for "yes," "no," "sometimes," or "unknown." If the game can't guess what the player has in mind before asking 20 questions, the player wins, but the artificial intelligence has a habit of reading players' minds. Available in four colors, red, purple, orange and blue, this mind-bending game will keep players mesmerized. Requires two AAA batteries (included). Ages 8 and up.
35 Count Magnetix® Building Set from Rose Art® a subsidiary of Mega Bloks
Magnetix® is the toy that teaches and empowers kids of all ages through the magic of magnetic bars and silver spheres. With the Magnetix® building set, kids use their imagination to construct over 100 countless shapes for endless hours of fun. The 35-piece set comes in a variety of colors including primary, translucent, and silver. No batteries required. Ages 6 and up.
Animal Alley Plush Pets Gift Card Holders from Toys "R" Us®
Parents can extend holiday fun with a plush pal from the Toys "R" Us Animal Alley, complete with a Toys "R" Us gift card that gift givers may purchase in any desired amount. This year's group of plush friends includes everyone's favorite puppy, Darby. There's also a holiday collection of plush bears and puppies that are decked out in their winter finest. Just press their bellies for a medley of Christmas music. No batteries required. Ages 3 and up.
B-DAMAN™ Blaster from Hasbro®
Based on the hottest new import from Japan, B-DAMAN is a marble-shooting game that combines the strategy of trading card games, the skill of competitive sports, and the fun of action figures. Each B-DAMAN blaster allows kids to launch their B-DABALLS into battle with one of five different blaster types -- Power, Rapid Fire, Accuracy, Control and Balance. Each blaster comes with one B-DABALLS and one target pin, which gives a child complete target-shooting play. No batteries required. Ages 8 and up.
Crayola® Pip-Squeaks™ Washable Markers from Binney & Smith®
Crayola Pip-Squeaks markers may be small in size, but they're big on color. This adorable set of mini markers allows kids to draw thick or thin lines in 16 fun colors including teensy teal, dinky pink and raspberry squirt. The markers' washable formula makes it easy to clean ink from children's skin and clothes, allowing for mess-free creativity. No batteries required. Ages 4 and up.
Fast Lane (C) Street Vehicle Collection from Toys "R" Us®
Fast Lane collectible cars bring realistic auto fun into kids' hands with authentically detailed, diecast replicas of today's hottest cars. Each car in the Fast Lane Street Vehicle Collection offers kids the chance to play with six street-ready cars from major manufacturers including Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Honda, Lexus and more. No batteries required. Ages 3 and up.
In a Tube from Animal Planet™
Children can explore life on a farm, take part in a wild jungle safari, travel back to when dinosaurs ruled the Earth, and more with educational mini animals In a Tube. Each themed tube, filled with more than 20 miniature animals, offers kids a fun learning experience and thematic animal facts. With seven different themes to choose from, kids will find many different "animal planets" to explore. No batteries required. Ages 3 and up.
Robots™ on DVD from 20th Century Fox
In this heartwarming animated feature, Rodney Copperbottom is a young robot inventor who dreams of making the world a better place. But when the evil Ratchet takes over Big Weld Industries, Rodney's dreams -- like his friends, including motor-mouthed Fender -- are in danger of becoming obsolete. Rated PG.
Shake 'N Go™ Racers from Fisher-Price®
Shake 'N Go Racers fit big racetrack fun into the perfect size for small hands. Kids simply shake the cars up, set them down on the ground, and watch them speed up to 20 feet away. The more you shake them, the further they go! There are five racecars available (Rally Car, Hot Rod, Stock Car, Exotic Car and Race Car), each with a distinct styling and unique engine sounds. Requires three AAA batteries. Ages 3 and up.
Tamagotchi® Connection™ Version 2 from Bandai America Incorporated®
This egg-shaped toy simulates the life cycle of a real pet, letting kids experience the fun and responsibility of feeding, tending to and caring for their virtual friend. With this new version of Tamagotchi Connection, kids can unlock a virtual world as they earn "Gotchi" points, which allow them to shop for special items and food to share with their pets. With more designs, colors and characters than ever before, fans can find the perfect Tamagotchi to match their personal style. Requires one CR2032 battery (included). Ages 8 and up.
Thomas the Tank Engine™ from Learning Curve
Thomas the Tank Engine is the signature bright blue engine in the Thomas & Friends™ Wooden Railway System. Thomas the Tank Engine is a cheeky locomotive in a spunky, miniaturized state. There are over 60 different collectible engines and vehicles available in the Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway line, including such perennial favorites as Thomas, James, Percy and Lady. No batteries required. Ages 24 months and up.
Tiny Turbos from LEGO® Racers
Kids of all ages love cars and LEGO building, and LEGO Racers Tiny Turbos combine both to create building and racing fun. Each of the eight Tiny Turbos sets comes packed in cool tire-shaped cans and include just enough bricks to create a small racer with lots of personality. Each model contains 32 to 58 pieces and instructions for combining sets for perfect car customization. No batteries required. Ages 6 and up.
Travel Lite-Brite® from Hasbro®
A mainstay since the 80s, Travel Lite-Brite fits the fun of Lite-Brite into a dazzling, handheld package. Travel Lite-Brite offers kids hours of artistic expression as they create light-up designs with 120 multi-colored pegs (included). Available exclusively at Toys "R" Us in green, blue and orange, Travel Lite-Brite even has a peg storage compartment for easy travel. Requires two C batteries (not included). Ages 4 and up.
Walt Disney's Cinderella Platinum Edition DVD from Buena Vista Home Video
The most celebrated of all the Disney classics, Cinderella has enchanted generations with its spellbinding story, charming music, and endearing characters. Now with an all-new digital restoration of the animated feature, Disney's Enhanced Home Theater Mix, and all-new games and music videos, this two-disc platinum edition of Cinderella is the perfect fit for everyone who believes dreams really do come true. Rated G.
About Toys "R" Us
Toys "R" Us, Inc. is one of the leading specialty toy retailers in the world. It currently sells merchandise through more than 1,500 stores, including 674 toy stores in the U.S. and 641 international toy stores, including licensed and franchise stores as well as through its Internet sites at http://www.toysrus.com, http://www.imaginarium.com and http://www.sportsrus.com. Babies "R" Us, a division of Toys "R" Us, Inc., is the largest baby product specialty store chain in the world and a leader in the juvenile industry, and sells merchandise through 225 stores in the U.S. as well as on the Internet at http://www.babiesrus.com.
