Nickelodeon has today, Tuesday 26th November 2013, announced in the following press release, from PRNewswire, the exciting news that Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids and families, and Amazon.com, the world's largest online retailer, will celebrate the holiday shopping season with the launch of three Nick-themed boutiques inspired by Latina heroine, "Dora the Explorer"; pop culture phenomenon, "SpongeBob SquarePants"; and the crime-fighting heroes in a half shell, "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles"! Kicking off today, each Nickelodeon-themed holiday boutique will feature more than 100 discounted products, with savings up to 50% off, ranging from $5.99 - $380.00. Products available for purchase span across the following categories: jewelry, electronics, toys, video games, furniture, home decor, CDs and DVDs, bedding and collectibles, including vinyl figures.
Additionally, NickHeads will be able to download one episode of each Nickelodeon series featured in the promotion for free through to Monday 2nd December 2013!
Original Nickelodeon Press Release:
Nickelodeon And Amazon.com Bring Yule Tide Greetings To Shoppers This Holiday Season With Launch Of Three Nick-Themed Boutiques
Fans Can Shop for Spectacular Gifts From Their Nickelodeon Favorites, Through Dec. 20!
NEW YORK, Nov. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Nickelodeon and Amazon.com celebrate the holiday shopping season with the launch of three Nick-themed boutiques inspired by Latina heroine, Dora the Explorer; pop culture phenomenon, SpongeBob SquarePants; and the crime-fighting heroes in a half shell, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Kicking off today, each holiday boutique will feature more than 100 discounted products, with savings up to 50% off, ranging from $5.99 - $380.00. Products available for purchase span across the following categories: jewelry, electronics, toys, video games, furniture, home decor, CDs and DVDs, bedding and collectibles, including vinyl figures.
"Amazon is a trailblazer in the E-Commerce industry and we are thrilled to continue to work with them to develop innovative programs like the Nick Holiday Boutiques for our fans," said Dion Vlachos, Senior Vice President, Retail Sales and Marketing, Nickelodeon Group. "Through this program we're enabling shoppers to prepare for the busy gift giving season, offering an easy and streamlined way to purchase Nickelodeon goodies for everyone on their list."
Additionally, fans will be able to download one episode of each of the series for free through 12/2.
For a full list of products visit http://www.amazon.com/nickelodeon
About Amazon
Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN), a Fortune 500 company based in Seattle, opened on the World Wide Web in July 1995 and today offers Earth's Biggest Selection. Amazon.com, Inc. seeks to be Earth's most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online, and endeavors to offer its customers the lowest possible prices. Amazon.com and other sellers offer millions of unique new, refurbished and used items in categories such as Books; Movies, Music & Games; Digital Downloads; Electronics & Computers; Home & Garden; Toys, Kids & Baby; Grocery; Apparel, Shoes & Jewelry; Health & Beauty; Sports & Outdoors; and Tools, Auto & Industrial. Amazon Web Services provides Amazon's developer customers with access to in-the-cloud infrastructure services based on Amazon's own back-end technology platform, which developers can use to enable virtually any type of business. Kindle Paperwhite is the world's best-selling and most advanced e-reader. It features new display technology with higher contrast, the next generation built-in light, a faster processor, the latest touch technology, and exclusive new features designed from the ground up for readers. Kindle, the lightest and smallest Kindle, features improved fonts and faster page turns. The new Kindle Fire HDX features a stunning exclusive 7" or 8.9" HDX display, a quad-core 2.2 GHz processor, 2x more memory, and 11 hours of battery life, as well as exclusive new features of Fire OS 3.0 including X-Ray for Music, Second Screen, Prime Instant Video downloads, and the revolutionary new Mayday button. The all-new Kindle Fire HD includes an HD display, high-performance processor and dual speakers at a breakthrough price.
Amazon and its affiliates operate websites, including www.amazon.com [USA], www.amazon.co.uk [UK], www.amazon.de [Germany (Deutschland)], www.amazon.co.jp [Japan], www.amazon.fr [France], www.amazon.ca [Canada], www.amazon.cn [China], www.amazon.it [Italy (Italia)], www.amazon.es [Spain (Espana)], www.amazon.com.br [Brazil (Brasil)], www.amazon.in [India], and www.amazon.com.mx [Mexico]. As used herein, "Amazon.com," "we," "our" and similar terms include Amazon.com, Inc., and its subsidiaries, unless the context indicates otherwise.
About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 34th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon's U.S. television network is seen in more than 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 18 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIA.B). [...]
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Tuesday, November 26, 2013
The Toy Industry Association Nominates Nickelodeon's "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" For Property Of The Year In 2014 Toy of the Year Awards
The Toy Industry Association (TIA) of North America has announced the exciting Nickelodeon News in the following press release, from PRNewswire, that Nickelodeon's "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" has been nominated for Property of the Year in the prestigious 2014 Toy of the Year Awards (TOTY)!
The annual awards program is sponsored by the toy industry itself to recognize the top toys available across 12 categories -- from e-Connected and Activity to Educational and Outdoor toys. Because the finalists have been nominated from within the industry and winners are selected by a combined vote of toy manufacturers, retailers, media and consumers, the TOTY Awards are known as the "Oscars" of the industry. The 'Property of the Year' category celebrates the property that had the greatest success spreading its brand throughout the industry during the past year.
The 2014 finalists -- representing 68 unique products or properties from 41 companies -- were selected from more than 520 nominees submitted for consideration by 153 companies. Sixty academics, journalists, toy trend experts, play therapists, toy inventors and designers, and toy retailers staffed the nomination committees that narrowed the field to the slate of finalists.
Beginning today, Monday 25th November 2013, through to Monday 13th January 2014, toy lovers of all ages can visit ToyAwards.org to vote for their favorite playthings. Each vote is a chance to win one of twelve TOTY prize packages filled with the toys and games featured in each category.
Four additional ballots -- for mass retailers, specialty toy retailers, media, and TIA members -- were also launched today and will remain open through January 13, 2014. All five ballots will be weighted and used to determine each of the category winners. The overall "Toy of the Year" award will be selected based on votes received from journalists and bloggers, retailers and TIA members; the "People's Choice Award" will be selected based on votes solely from consumers on ToyAwards.org.
Congratulations and good luck, Nickelodeon!!
Original Toy Industry Association Press Release:
Toy Industry Unveils Nominees for 2014 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards
Consumers invited to vote for their favorites at ToyAwards.org - now until January 13, 2014
NEW YORK, Nov. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toy Industry Association (TIA) announced today the 84 toy, game and property finalists for the prestigious 2014 Toy of the Year Awards (TOTY). The annual awards program is sponsored by the toy industry itself to recognize the top toys available across 12 categories -- from e-Connected and Activity to Educational and Outdoor toys. Because the finalists have been nominated from within the industry and winners are selected by a combined vote of toy manufacturers, retailers, media and consumers, the TOTY Awards are known as the "Oscars" of the industry.
"This year's TOTY finalists embody the innovative spirit of the toy industry and transport children to magical worlds through play," said Carter Keithley, TIA President. "The TOTY Awards program also supports the philanthropic work of the Toy Industry Foundation, which partners with generous toy companies to bring brand new toys to deserving kids throughout the year."
The 2014 finalists -- representing 68 unique products or properties from 41 companies -- were selected from more than 520 nominees submitted for consideration by 153 companies. Sixty academics, journalists, toy trend experts, play therapists, toy inventors and designers, and toy retailers staffed the nomination committees that narrowed the field to the slate of finalists.
Beginning today through January 13, 2014, toy lovers of all ages can visit ToyAwards.org to vote for their favorite playthings. Each vote is a chance to win one of twelve TOTY prize packages filled with the toys and games featured in each category.
Four additional ballots -- for mass retailers, specialty toy retailers, media, and TIA members -- were also launched today and will remain open through January 13, 2014. All five ballots will be weighted and used to determine each of the category winners. The overall "Toy of the Year" award will be selected based on votes received from journalists and bloggers, retailers and TIA members; the "People's Choice Award" will be selected based on votes solely from consumers on ToyAwards.org.
See the finalists in each category below. Online images are available at ToyAwards.org/Press
The winners will be announced during an awards ceremony held on Saturday, February 15, 2014 as the kick-off to the 111th American International Toy Fair.
ACTIVITY TOY OF THE YEAR
Arts and crafts, construction and other indoor toys that inspire creative play through various forms of activity
* Hot Wheels® Car Maker by Mattel, Inc.
* Rainbow Loom® by Choon's Design LLC
* Crayola Melt 'n Mold Factory by Crayola
* LEGO® Minecraft by The LEGO Group
* PLAY-DOH PERFECT TWIST ICE CREAM Playset by Hasbro, Inc.
* GLITZI GLOBES™ GLITZI SHOWCASE by Moose Toys
* Spirograph™ Deluxe Kit by Kahootz Toys
BOY TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys developed for boys of any age
* Battroborg 3-in-1 Battle Arena by TOMY
* Despicable Me 2™ Special Feature Minion Dave Talking Action Figure by Thinkway Toys©
* DISNEY INFINITY by DISNEY
* LEGO Legends of Chima™ by The LEGO Group
* Skylanders SWAP Force™ by Activision Publishing, Inc..
* TRANSFORMERS™ CONSTRUCT-BOTS by Hasbro, Inc.
* Disney© Planes U-Command® Supercharged Dusty by Thinkway Toys©
E-CONNECTED TOY OF THE YEAR
A physical toy or game that is app-enabled or otherwise interacts with a smartphone, tablet or gaming device
* LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3 by The LEGO Group
* Skylanders SWAP Force™ by Activision Publishing, Inc.
* DISNEY INFINITY by DISNEY
* Barbie® Digital Makeover by Mattel, Inc.
* LeapPad Ultra™ by LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc.
* Kurio Touch 4s Handheld by Techno Source
* Photo Mix & Mash by Crayola
EDUCATIONAL TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that help children to develop special skills and knowledge through play
* GoldieBlox™ and the Spinning Machine by GoldieBlox™ Inc.
* LeapPad Ultra™ by LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc.
* LeapReader™ by LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc.
* LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3 by The LEGO Group
* Demolition Lab: Triple Blast Warehouse by SmartLab Toys
* Magformers® 62 Piece Set by Magformers, LLC
* Nancy B's Science Club MoonScope™ and Sky Gazer's Activity Journal by Educational Insights®
GAME OF THE YEAR
Children's board, card, electronic or other physical game formats and puzzles
(does not include video games or apps).
* BOOM BOOM BALLOON™ by SPIN MASTER LTD
* Chain Letters® by Patch Products
* DRAW SOMETHING™ PARTY Game by Hasbro Inc.
* HEDBANZ ACT UP by SPIN MASTER LTD
* Settlers of Catan® by Mayfair Games
* Skylanders SWAP Force™ by Activision Publishing, Inc.
* WordARound™ by ThinkFun
GIRL TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys developed for girls of any age
* Disney Princess Palace Pets: Furry Tail Friends by Blip Toys
* FLUTTERBYE FAIRY by SPIN MASTER LTD
* FURREAL FRIENDS CUDDLES, MY GIGGLY MONKEY by Hasbro, Inc.
* LEGO® Friends Heartlake High by The LEGO Group
* Monster High® 13 Wishes Doll Assortment by Mattel
* NERF REBELLE HEARTBREAKER Bow by Hasbro Inc.
* Rainbow Loom® by Choon's Design LLC
INFANT/TODDLER TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys developed for infant children and toddlers (ages up to 36 months)
* BIG HUGS ELMO by Playskool
* Fisher-Price® Laugh & Learn™ Crawl Around™ Car by Mattel
* Go! Go! Smart Wheels™ Train Station Playset by VTech®
* Lamaze® Franky the Hanky Whale by TOMY
* Farm Mash-Up by LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc.
* Mirari® Pop! Pop! Piano® by Patch Products
* Skwish® Stix by Manhattan Toy
INNOVATIVE TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that utilize innovative design, technology, or manufacturing processes to enhance play value
* Barbie® Digital Makeover by Mattel
* Battroborg 3-in-1 Battle Arena by TOMY
* FLUTTERBYE FAIRY by SPIN MASTER LTD
* GoldieBlox™ and the Spinning Machine by GoldieBlox™ Inc.
* Laser Maze™ by ThinkFun
* Skylanders SWAP Force™ by Activision Publishing, Inc.
* Zoomer by SPIN MASTER LTD
OUTDOOR TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys designed for outdoor play
* Crayola Washable Sidewalk Chalk by Crayola
* Razor® Crazy Cart™ by Razor USA LLC
* SKY RIPPERZ™ by Zing
* Sky Viper Stunt Quadcopter by Skyrocket Toys
* SkyTrix® by Daydream Toy
* Y Glider 3 in 1 by Yvolution
* Ziggle™ by Radio Flyer®
PRESCHOOL TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys developed for preschool-aged children (aged 3-5)
* BIG HUGS ELMO by Playskool
* Dino Construction Company™ by Educational Insights®
* Doc McStuffins Get Better Check-Up Center by Just Play
* FURREAL FRIENDS CUDDLES, MY GIGGLY MONKEY by Hasbro Inc.
* Go! Go! Smart Wheels™ Airport Playset by VTech®
* Shelby's Snack Shack Game™ by Educational Insights®
* Sofia the First Talking Sofia and Animal Friends by Mattel
PROPERTY OF THE YEAR
Property that had the greatest success spreading its brand throughout the industry
* Despicable Me 2™ (Universal Partnerships & Licensing)
* Disney Junior's Doc McStuffins (Disney Consumer Products)
* Disney Junior's Sofia the First (Disney Consumer Products)
* Minecraft™ (Mojang AB)
* Monster High® (Mattel)
* Skylanders SWAP Force™ (Activision Publishing, Inc.)
* Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Nickelodeon)
SPECIALTY TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys primarily distributed through specialty retailers
* Animal Parade A to Z Puzzle by BeginAgain
* Bunny Peek A Boo™ by Smart Toys and Games, Inc.
* Laser Maze™ by ThinkFun
* Nanoblocks Deluxe Space Shuttle by Ohio Art
* Rainbow Loom® by Choon's Design LLC
* Spirograph™ Deluxe Kit by Kahootz Toys
* Magnetic Wooden Blocks 42-Piece Set by Tegu®
About the Toy Industry Association (TIA)
TIA is the not-for-profit trade association representing all businesses involved in creating and bringing toys and youth entertainment products to kids of all ages, representing more than 600 companies who account for approximately 85% of domestic toy sales. Toy safety is the number one priority for the toy industry. TIA has a long history of leadership in toy safety including the development of the first comprehensive toy safety standard more than 30 years ago, and working with government, consumers and industry on ongoing programs to ensure safe and fun play. For more information, please visit www.toyassociation.org or www.toyinfo.org.
Follow TOTY on Twitter at #TOTY14
Media Assets Available at www.ToyAwards.org/Press
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The annual awards program is sponsored by the toy industry itself to recognize the top toys available across 12 categories -- from e-Connected and Activity to Educational and Outdoor toys. Because the finalists have been nominated from within the industry and winners are selected by a combined vote of toy manufacturers, retailers, media and consumers, the TOTY Awards are known as the "Oscars" of the industry. The 'Property of the Year' category celebrates the property that had the greatest success spreading its brand throughout the industry during the past year.
The 2014 finalists -- representing 68 unique products or properties from 41 companies -- were selected from more than 520 nominees submitted for consideration by 153 companies. Sixty academics, journalists, toy trend experts, play therapists, toy inventors and designers, and toy retailers staffed the nomination committees that narrowed the field to the slate of finalists.
Beginning today, Monday 25th November 2013, through to Monday 13th January 2014, toy lovers of all ages can visit ToyAwards.org to vote for their favorite playthings. Each vote is a chance to win one of twelve TOTY prize packages filled with the toys and games featured in each category.
Four additional ballots -- for mass retailers, specialty toy retailers, media, and TIA members -- were also launched today and will remain open through January 13, 2014. All five ballots will be weighted and used to determine each of the category winners. The overall "Toy of the Year" award will be selected based on votes received from journalists and bloggers, retailers and TIA members; the "People's Choice Award" will be selected based on votes solely from consumers on ToyAwards.org.
Congratulations and good luck, Nickelodeon!!
Original Toy Industry Association Press Release:
Toy Industry Unveils Nominees for 2014 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards
Consumers invited to vote for their favorites at ToyAwards.org - now until January 13, 2014
NEW YORK, Nov. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toy Industry Association (TIA) announced today the 84 toy, game and property finalists for the prestigious 2014 Toy of the Year Awards (TOTY). The annual awards program is sponsored by the toy industry itself to recognize the top toys available across 12 categories -- from e-Connected and Activity to Educational and Outdoor toys. Because the finalists have been nominated from within the industry and winners are selected by a combined vote of toy manufacturers, retailers, media and consumers, the TOTY Awards are known as the "Oscars" of the industry.
"This year's TOTY finalists embody the innovative spirit of the toy industry and transport children to magical worlds through play," said Carter Keithley, TIA President. "The TOTY Awards program also supports the philanthropic work of the Toy Industry Foundation, which partners with generous toy companies to bring brand new toys to deserving kids throughout the year."
The 2014 finalists -- representing 68 unique products or properties from 41 companies -- were selected from more than 520 nominees submitted for consideration by 153 companies. Sixty academics, journalists, toy trend experts, play therapists, toy inventors and designers, and toy retailers staffed the nomination committees that narrowed the field to the slate of finalists.
Beginning today through January 13, 2014, toy lovers of all ages can visit ToyAwards.org to vote for their favorite playthings. Each vote is a chance to win one of twelve TOTY prize packages filled with the toys and games featured in each category.
Four additional ballots -- for mass retailers, specialty toy retailers, media, and TIA members -- were also launched today and will remain open through January 13, 2014. All five ballots will be weighted and used to determine each of the category winners. The overall "Toy of the Year" award will be selected based on votes received from journalists and bloggers, retailers and TIA members; the "People's Choice Award" will be selected based on votes solely from consumers on ToyAwards.org.
See the finalists in each category below. Online images are available at ToyAwards.org/Press
The winners will be announced during an awards ceremony held on Saturday, February 15, 2014 as the kick-off to the 111th American International Toy Fair.
ACTIVITY TOY OF THE YEAR
Arts and crafts, construction and other indoor toys that inspire creative play through various forms of activity
* Hot Wheels® Car Maker by Mattel, Inc.
* Rainbow Loom® by Choon's Design LLC
* Crayola Melt 'n Mold Factory by Crayola
* LEGO® Minecraft by The LEGO Group
* PLAY-DOH PERFECT TWIST ICE CREAM Playset by Hasbro, Inc.
* GLITZI GLOBES™ GLITZI SHOWCASE by Moose Toys
* Spirograph™ Deluxe Kit by Kahootz Toys
BOY TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys developed for boys of any age
* Battroborg 3-in-1 Battle Arena by TOMY
* Despicable Me 2™ Special Feature Minion Dave Talking Action Figure by Thinkway Toys©
* DISNEY INFINITY by DISNEY
* LEGO Legends of Chima™ by The LEGO Group
* Skylanders SWAP Force™ by Activision Publishing, Inc..
* TRANSFORMERS™ CONSTRUCT-BOTS by Hasbro, Inc.
* Disney© Planes U-Command® Supercharged Dusty by Thinkway Toys©
E-CONNECTED TOY OF THE YEAR
A physical toy or game that is app-enabled or otherwise interacts with a smartphone, tablet or gaming device
* LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3 by The LEGO Group
* Skylanders SWAP Force™ by Activision Publishing, Inc.
* DISNEY INFINITY by DISNEY
* Barbie® Digital Makeover by Mattel, Inc.
* LeapPad Ultra™ by LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc.
* Kurio Touch 4s Handheld by Techno Source
* Photo Mix & Mash by Crayola
EDUCATIONAL TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that help children to develop special skills and knowledge through play
* GoldieBlox™ and the Spinning Machine by GoldieBlox™ Inc.
* LeapPad Ultra™ by LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc.
* LeapReader™ by LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc.
* LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3 by The LEGO Group
* Demolition Lab: Triple Blast Warehouse by SmartLab Toys
* Magformers® 62 Piece Set by Magformers, LLC
* Nancy B's Science Club MoonScope™ and Sky Gazer's Activity Journal by Educational Insights®
GAME OF THE YEAR
Children's board, card, electronic or other physical game formats and puzzles
(does not include video games or apps).
* BOOM BOOM BALLOON™ by SPIN MASTER LTD
* Chain Letters® by Patch Products
* DRAW SOMETHING™ PARTY Game by Hasbro Inc.
* HEDBANZ ACT UP by SPIN MASTER LTD
* Settlers of Catan® by Mayfair Games
* Skylanders SWAP Force™ by Activision Publishing, Inc.
* WordARound™ by ThinkFun
GIRL TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys developed for girls of any age
* Disney Princess Palace Pets: Furry Tail Friends by Blip Toys
* FLUTTERBYE FAIRY by SPIN MASTER LTD
* FURREAL FRIENDS CUDDLES, MY GIGGLY MONKEY by Hasbro, Inc.
* LEGO® Friends Heartlake High by The LEGO Group
* Monster High® 13 Wishes Doll Assortment by Mattel
* NERF REBELLE HEARTBREAKER Bow by Hasbro Inc.
* Rainbow Loom® by Choon's Design LLC
INFANT/TODDLER TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys developed for infant children and toddlers (ages up to 36 months)
* BIG HUGS ELMO by Playskool
* Fisher-Price® Laugh & Learn™ Crawl Around™ Car by Mattel
* Go! Go! Smart Wheels™ Train Station Playset by VTech®
* Lamaze® Franky the Hanky Whale by TOMY
* Farm Mash-Up by LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc.
* Mirari® Pop! Pop! Piano® by Patch Products
* Skwish® Stix by Manhattan Toy
INNOVATIVE TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that utilize innovative design, technology, or manufacturing processes to enhance play value
* Barbie® Digital Makeover by Mattel
* Battroborg 3-in-1 Battle Arena by TOMY
* FLUTTERBYE FAIRY by SPIN MASTER LTD
* GoldieBlox™ and the Spinning Machine by GoldieBlox™ Inc.
* Laser Maze™ by ThinkFun
* Skylanders SWAP Force™ by Activision Publishing, Inc.
* Zoomer by SPIN MASTER LTD
OUTDOOR TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys designed for outdoor play
* Crayola Washable Sidewalk Chalk by Crayola
* Razor® Crazy Cart™ by Razor USA LLC
* SKY RIPPERZ™ by Zing
* Sky Viper Stunt Quadcopter by Skyrocket Toys
* SkyTrix® by Daydream Toy
* Y Glider 3 in 1 by Yvolution
* Ziggle™ by Radio Flyer®
PRESCHOOL TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys developed for preschool-aged children (aged 3-5)
* BIG HUGS ELMO by Playskool
* Dino Construction Company™ by Educational Insights®
* Doc McStuffins Get Better Check-Up Center by Just Play
* FURREAL FRIENDS CUDDLES, MY GIGGLY MONKEY by Hasbro Inc.
* Go! Go! Smart Wheels™ Airport Playset by VTech®
* Shelby's Snack Shack Game™ by Educational Insights®
* Sofia the First Talking Sofia and Animal Friends by Mattel
PROPERTY OF THE YEAR
Property that had the greatest success spreading its brand throughout the industry
* Despicable Me 2™ (Universal Partnerships & Licensing)
* Disney Junior's Doc McStuffins (Disney Consumer Products)
* Disney Junior's Sofia the First (Disney Consumer Products)
* Minecraft™ (Mojang AB)
* Monster High® (Mattel)
* Skylanders SWAP Force™ (Activision Publishing, Inc.)
* Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Nickelodeon)
SPECIALTY TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys primarily distributed through specialty retailers
* Animal Parade A to Z Puzzle by BeginAgain
* Bunny Peek A Boo™ by Smart Toys and Games, Inc.
* Laser Maze™ by ThinkFun
* Nanoblocks Deluxe Space Shuttle by Ohio Art
* Rainbow Loom® by Choon's Design LLC
* Spirograph™ Deluxe Kit by Kahootz Toys
* Magnetic Wooden Blocks 42-Piece Set by Tegu®
About the Toy Industry Association (TIA)
TIA is the not-for-profit trade association representing all businesses involved in creating and bringing toys and youth entertainment products to kids of all ages, representing more than 600 companies who account for approximately 85% of domestic toy sales. Toy safety is the number one priority for the toy industry. TIA has a long history of leadership in toy safety including the development of the first comprehensive toy safety standard more than 30 years ago, and working with government, consumers and industry on ongoing programs to ensure safe and fun play. For more information, please visit www.toyassociation.org or www.toyinfo.org.
Follow TOTY on Twitter at #TOTY14
Media Assets Available at www.ToyAwards.org/Press
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Nickelodeon Presents The Legendary "Bubble Guppies" Tale "The Puppy and the Ring", Premiering Thursday 5th December 2013 on Nick USA
After Frodo and Bilbo, there was Bubble! Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids and families, has announced in the following press release, from TV By The Numbers, the exciting Nickelodeon News that, in advance of the US theatrical release of the brand new movie "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" on Thursday 12th December 2013, Nick USA will premiere and show the brand new epic "Bubble Guppies" primetime special "The Puppy and the Ring" - the must-see movie of this holiday season that will feature magical creatures, wondrous realms, and one "precious" puppy - on Thursday 5th December 2013, 7-8 p.m. (ET/PT)! Inspired by "The Lord of the Rings", the mythical adventure features Jeffrey Tambor ("Arrested Development") as the voice of an evil Night Wizard who has stolen the Ring of the Sun. The Emmy Award-winning preschool series "Bubble Guppies" is currently the number-one rated preschool show in its time period (11am-12pm).
In the all-new "Bubble Guppies" primetime special "The Puppy and the Ring", preschoolers are welcomed into Bubbledom, a land of secrets and sorcery where the magical Ring of the Sun has always kept night and day in perfect balance. But when the evil Night Wizard takes the Ring from the benevolent Sun King, Bubbledom could be thrown into darkness forever! Join Molly and Gil as they accompany their puppy on a quest through three magical realms so they can return the Ring of the Sun to its rightful owner by sundown.
At NickJr.com, Nickelodeon's award-winning website for parents and preschoolers, fans can experience "Bubble Guppies"'s online transformation into the world of Bubbledom; watch a online streaming video featuring a sneak-peek of "The Puppy and the Ring" and print exclusive "Bubble Guppies" games and activities. Additionally, the special will be available for download beginning Friday 6th December 2013 on iTunes, Amazon, Xbox, Playstation, Vudu, Target Ticket, Samsung and VDIO.
Original Nickelodeon Press Release:
AFTER FRODO AND BILBO, THERE WAS BUBBLE!
NICKELODEON PRESENTS THE LEGENDARY BUBBLE GUPPIES TALE "THE PUPPY AND THE RING," PREMIERING THURSDAY, DEC. 5, AT 7PM (ET/PT)
Jeffrey Tambor Guest Stars as an Evil Night Wizard in Hour-Long Primetime Event
NEW YORK – NOV. 25, 2013 – The must-see movie of this holiday season features magical creatures, wondrous realms, and one “precious” puppy. In advance of The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug release (Dec. 12), Nickelodeon will debut the epic Bubble Guppies primetime special, “The Puppy and the Ring,” premiering Thursday, Dec. 5, 7-8 p.m. (ET/PT). Inspired by The Lord of the Rings, the mythical adventure features Jeffrey Tambor (Arrested Development) as the voice of an evil Night Wizard who has stolen the Ring of the Sun. The Emmy Award-winning series Bubble Guppies is currently the number-one rated preschool show in its time period (11a-12pm).
"I am going to be a hero in my own household," says Tambor. "My twin boys will go ballistic when they hear Daddy. Ah to be 'cool' in one's own living room."
In “The Puppy and the Ring,” preschoolers are welcomed into Bubbledom, a land of secrets and sorcery where the magical Ring of the Sun has always kept night and day in perfect balance. But when the evil Night Wizard takes the Ring from the benevolent Sun King, Bubbledom could be thrown into darkness forever! Join Molly and Gil as they accompany their puppy on a quest through three magical realms so they can return the Ring of the Sun to its rightful owner by sundown.
At NickJr.com, Nickelodeon's award-winning website for parents and preschoolers, fans can experience Bubble Guppies online transformation into the world of Bubbledom; watch a sneak-peek of “The Puppy and the Ring” and print Bubble Guppies games and activities. Additionally, the special will be available for download beginning Dec. 6 on iTunes, Amazon, Xbox, Playstation, Vudu, Target Ticket, Samsung and VDIO.
Bubble Guppies is created and executive-produced by Jonny Belt and Robert Scull and co-developed by Janice Burgess, the Emmy Award-winning team behind the hit Nickelodeon series' The Backyardigans and Little Bill. The CG-animated series set in a vibrant underwater environment follows a group of diverse preschoolers with colorful fish tails who go on adventures discovering their world. Bubble Guppies is set to a soundtrack of catchy, educational pop songs and features a curriculum that infuses the core elements of kindergarten readiness including: math, literacy, the arts, science and socio-emotional development.
About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 34th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 18 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA).
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In the all-new "Bubble Guppies" primetime special "The Puppy and the Ring", preschoolers are welcomed into Bubbledom, a land of secrets and sorcery where the magical Ring of the Sun has always kept night and day in perfect balance. But when the evil Night Wizard takes the Ring from the benevolent Sun King, Bubbledom could be thrown into darkness forever! Join Molly and Gil as they accompany their puppy on a quest through three magical realms so they can return the Ring of the Sun to its rightful owner by sundown.
At NickJr.com, Nickelodeon's award-winning website for parents and preschoolers, fans can experience "Bubble Guppies"'s online transformation into the world of Bubbledom; watch a online streaming video featuring a sneak-peek of "The Puppy and the Ring" and print exclusive "Bubble Guppies" games and activities. Additionally, the special will be available for download beginning Friday 6th December 2013 on iTunes, Amazon, Xbox, Playstation, Vudu, Target Ticket, Samsung and VDIO.
Original Nickelodeon Press Release:
AFTER FRODO AND BILBO, THERE WAS BUBBLE!
NICKELODEON PRESENTS THE LEGENDARY BUBBLE GUPPIES TALE "THE PUPPY AND THE RING," PREMIERING THURSDAY, DEC. 5, AT 7PM (ET/PT)
Jeffrey Tambor Guest Stars as an Evil Night Wizard in Hour-Long Primetime Event
NEW YORK – NOV. 25, 2013 – The must-see movie of this holiday season features magical creatures, wondrous realms, and one “precious” puppy. In advance of The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug release (Dec. 12), Nickelodeon will debut the epic Bubble Guppies primetime special, “The Puppy and the Ring,” premiering Thursday, Dec. 5, 7-8 p.m. (ET/PT). Inspired by The Lord of the Rings, the mythical adventure features Jeffrey Tambor (Arrested Development) as the voice of an evil Night Wizard who has stolen the Ring of the Sun. The Emmy Award-winning series Bubble Guppies is currently the number-one rated preschool show in its time period (11a-12pm).
"I am going to be a hero in my own household," says Tambor. "My twin boys will go ballistic when they hear Daddy. Ah to be 'cool' in one's own living room."
In “The Puppy and the Ring,” preschoolers are welcomed into Bubbledom, a land of secrets and sorcery where the magical Ring of the Sun has always kept night and day in perfect balance. But when the evil Night Wizard takes the Ring from the benevolent Sun King, Bubbledom could be thrown into darkness forever! Join Molly and Gil as they accompany their puppy on a quest through three magical realms so they can return the Ring of the Sun to its rightful owner by sundown.
At NickJr.com, Nickelodeon's award-winning website for parents and preschoolers, fans can experience Bubble Guppies online transformation into the world of Bubbledom; watch a sneak-peek of “The Puppy and the Ring” and print Bubble Guppies games and activities. Additionally, the special will be available for download beginning Dec. 6 on iTunes, Amazon, Xbox, Playstation, Vudu, Target Ticket, Samsung and VDIO.
Bubble Guppies is created and executive-produced by Jonny Belt and Robert Scull and co-developed by Janice Burgess, the Emmy Award-winning team behind the hit Nickelodeon series' The Backyardigans and Little Bill. The CG-animated series set in a vibrant underwater environment follows a group of diverse preschoolers with colorful fish tails who go on adventures discovering their world. Bubble Guppies is set to a soundtrack of catchy, educational pop songs and features a curriculum that infuses the core elements of kindergarten readiness including: math, literacy, the arts, science and socio-emotional development.
About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 34th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 18 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA).
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