Summer 2013: Top Toys from 'Toy Insider Mom' Laurie Schacht
"Toy Insider Mom" Laurie Schacht has a round-up of cool new toys for summer.
Here are the complete product details shown on ABC's "World News Now."
PlasmaBug (PlaSmart)
- Sturdy, compact ride-on
- Lightweight: 2 lbs., 3 oz.
- Four standard wheels, one caster wheel for easy maneuverability and balance
- Swivels to navigate small indoor spaces
- Front and rear storage compartments
- Ages: 18 months and up
- MSRP: $59.99
ABC Sand Toys ( Spielstabil)
- This colorful set includes all 26 letters of the alphabet
- Each mold can be used again and again to create all possible words in the sand or even the snow
- Great to learn and to practice the alphabet and spelling
- Ages: 1 and up
- MSRP: 4.99
Sky Bouncer (Maui Toy)
- A new take on the traditional flying disk using the Sky Ball technology
- Flies through the air, bounces and floats
- Ages: 6 and up
- MSRP $9.99
Jumbo Bananagrams
- Jumbo Bananagrams is a giant version of the original word game
- Jumbo Bananagrams features 144-waterproof, three-inch square tiles packaged in a funky giant yellow banana-shaped tote bag.
- Requiring no pencil, paper or board, Jumbo Bananagrams is addictive fun and educational play for kids ages 5 and up.
- Players race against each other to build giant crossword grids and use all their letter tiles
- Jumbo Bananagrams is perfect for innovative outdoor play in the backyard or on the front lawn, at summer barbecues, at the beach and on the playground
- MSRP: $44.95
Catcher Set (Brer Rabbit Toys)
- Play in the yard or at the beach
- Comes in a mesh carry bag that is great for storage and great for the whole family to play
- Ages 5 and up
- MSRP: $9.99
Air Hogs Saw Blade (Spin Master)
- Helicopter R/C with quick maneuverability
- Fly solo or take on an opponent in head-to-head combat
- Features a five-disk payload for rapid firing up to 30 feet
- Ages 10 and up
- MSRP $39.99
NERF SUPER SOAKER SWITCHSHOT Water Blaster (Hasbro)
- Intimidate the competition with the SUPER SOAKER SWITCHSHOT water blaster, which allows players to deliver extreme soakage by choosing one of four different spray options!
- The SWITCHSHOT water blaster boasts a 20 fluid ounce detachable banana clip and detachable shoulder stock so fans can tailor their blaster for each water battle.
- Ages: 6 and up
- MSRP: $29.99
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