Zhu Zhu Pets Hamsters

Top toy craze of Christmas 2009, Go Go Pets, have been renamed Zhu Zhu Pets for 2010. The name change makes the packaging of the British version of the popular toy hamsters match the brand internationally but makes no difference to the fun.

For ages 4 years and older • 2 x AAA batteries required
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Waybuloo Peek & Pull Yo Jo Jo

Play peek-a-boo with Waybuloo’s Yojojo. This battery powered soft toy features lots of phrases and sound effects. Yojojo’s ears also drop down when you squeeze his tummy.

For ages 18 months and older • 3 x AA batteries (included)
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Go Go Pets Hamsters

Chunk, Mr Squiggles, Num Nums and Pipsqueak are four toy hamsters from the Go Go Pets range that have quickly become a Most Wanted item for many children. This range is also known as Zhu Zhu Pets.

For ages 4 years and older • 2 x AAA batteries required (not included)
£9.99 from Character From $19.99 on Amazon Read more

FurReal Friends Lulu My Cuddlin’ Kitty

This FurReal Friend acts just like a real kitty when you pet her. Lulu purrs, licks her paw, rolls back and looks right back at you. She’ll love lots of affection from you, when you pet her soft fur. This kitten also comes to “life” by opening and closing her eyes, moving her ears and her head.

For ages 4 years and older • 4 x C batteries included
£49.99 from TheToyShop $54.99 from Amazon Read more

Set of 3 Animal Hand Puppets

This set of three linen puppets features a pig, a dog and a blue bear. Their cute looks not only appeal to young puppeteers but they also have the ability to mesmerise and entertain babies, who’ll love to watch these puppets perform.

Exclusive to Great Little Trading Company
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Timmy Time: Night Night Timmy

Timmy is a tired lamb, ready for sleep with his teddy bear. If you lie Night Night Timmy down his eyes will close and he’ll begin to snore. Press Timmy’s hand you’ll hear him bleat baaa. Timmy’s teddy bear attaches to his hoof with velcro.

For ages 2 years and older • 3 x LR44 batteries included
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Elmo Live

Sesame Street’s puppet star Elmo has entertained a great many in his previous soft toy incarnations. This time, if you weren’t before, you’ll be amazed at what Elmo Live can do.

Elmo’s mouth opens and closes in time with his words and his arms and legs move in a manner so convincing it’s like the real Elmo is in the room; if, that is, you have always imagined him to stand 12 inches tall.

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In The Night Garden: Upsy Daisy and Her Chase & Play Bed

Children who enjoy In the Night Garden will love Upsy Daisy and her Chase & Play Bed.

When it’s bed time the soft toy Daisy will need to be placed in her own bed as well. The bed will gently rock and sing a lullaby, so that Daisy closes her eyes and falls asleep.

During the waking hours there’s fun to be had, with daisy, chasing the bed that zooms around on its wheels. Read more

Blanket Time Igglepiggle

In the Night Garden is the latest TV creation by Ragdoll Productions, the makers of the Teletubbies. Just as 10 years ago with the Teletubbies, In the Night Garden has proved to be hugely popular with very young children. The programme is about the magical place that exists between waking and sleeping in a child’s imagination. Read more