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The Baby Born with Magic Potty is one of 12 items expected to fly off the shelves, according to a list of best sellers predicted by the Toy Retailers Association (TRA). Launched in 1991, the crying, potty-going doll was the first to boast "human functions" and the latest version retails with a flashing, musical potty for a recommended £33.99.
The doll's inclusion alongside toys inspired by enduring favourites such as Sesame Street and Star Wars points to a taste for nostalgia, but 21st century technology remains very much in evidence.
Other toys expected to sell reflect the popularity of more recent children's entertainment, such as the High School Musical 3 Musical Dance Mat or In The Night Garden's Upsy Daisy, which comes with her Chase and Play Bed.
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The doll's inclusion alongside toys inspired by enduring favourites such as Sesame Street and Star Wars points to a taste for nostalgia, but 21st century technology remains very much in evidence.
Other toys expected to sell reflect the popularity of more recent children's entertainment, such as the High School Musical 3 Musical Dance Mat or In The Night Garden's Upsy Daisy, which comes with her Chase and Play Bed.
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As reported by a major mainstream news source. Refers to the UK market
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beckybond7
predicted Elmo Live (H$50 at 8%)
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predicted Other (H$20 at 79%)
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predicted Other (H$100 at 79%)
predicted Other (H$100 at 79%)
predicted Other (H$20 at 79%)
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oppugner
predicted In The Night Garden Upsy Daisy (H$20 at 2%)
jhouseholder
predicted Other (H$20 at 56%)
lewisdotcom
predicted Other (H$20 at 54%)
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Guardian Unlimited 2 weeks ago
country were scrambling desperately around toy shops trying to locate the year's hottest items on their kids' Christmas lists: razor scooters and Teksta, a robotic puppy who had become the de facto mascot of the next generation in animatronic interactive
score: 10
Guardian Unlimited 2 weeks ago
country were scrambling desperately around toy shops trying to locate the year's hottest items on their kids' Christmas lists: razor scooters and Teksta, a robotic puppy who had become the de facto mascot of the next generation in animatronic interactive
score: 10
The Age 2 weeks ago
in consumer participation from all reports,' Mr Driscoll said. 'I'm also expecting the Boxing Day and post Christmas sales to be big.' Mr Driscoll attributed low interest rates, consistently low petrol prices and the federal government's bonus of $1,000
score: 10
Washington Post 2 weeks ago
season's big sellers. Since the dolls were introduced to stores this fall, managers at Wal-Mart, Target and Toys R Us have reported trouble keeping them in stock. And Baby Alive, listed as one of the Hot Toys of 2008 by Hottoys2008.com, was sold out at
score: 10
Washington Post 2 weeks ago
season's big sellers. Since the dolls were introduced to stores this fall, managers at Wal-Mart, Target and Toys R Us have reported trouble keeping them in stock. And Baby Alive, listed as one of the Hot Toys of 2008 by Hottoys2008.com, was sold out at
http://www.toyretailersassociation.co.uk/press/presrels/Dream_Toys_press_release_08_-_FINAL.pdf
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