Abstract: There is provided an apparatus and a method for producing a play compound and the play compound itself which, in one embodiment is a compound which sufficiently fluid to be pliable and is typically cold and slimy to the touch. The apparatus and a method provide a powder and liquid to a user, which can be a non-skilled person and thereby allow the mixing of the powder and liquid together by that person to form the play compound outside of a factory environment whilst ensuring that the play compound which is formed has the desired characteristics. Most typically the user which performs the mixing can be the end user, such as a child, who will play with the compound and so the formation of the play compound forms a new part of the play experience.

Abstract: An invisible tracing or drawing activity utilizes a universal self-adjusting UV lamp which forms part of or can attach to a grip which slides onto most writing instruments. The grip is flexible and can stretch to adjust so as to accommodate various sizes of drawing utensils. Blueish (UV) light will reveal hidden artwork that can be traced, drawn, or colored within. Coloring books act as collections of different and unique hidden artwork that can occupy a child's attention for hours, days, or in some circumstances, even weeks.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a mini-figure that may be used with existing and standard toy block systems and also have the appearance of a sports figure. Improvements over traditional mini-figures include additional separate components in the arms and feet, an optional variation in torso shape, accessories which create visual impression of sports figures in natural use, unique markings identifiable by specific player or production, and a unique method of marketing and distribution.

Abstract: A toy loom allows for children to hold warp threads under tension to facilitate the interweaving of the threads. Resulting weaves can be collected and/or used for play. The toy loom also includes metallic beads, a premium metal charm, lots of clips and clasps, and different colored threads. The toy loom helps children learn different techniques to make a variety of textured and colorful bracelets and necklaces.

Abstract: A children's play toy includes an openable replica, a play compound within the replica, and one or more additional replicas nested within the openable replica. The additional replicas partially adhere to at least a portion of the play compound. For example, an oyster replica includes a play compound forming the mantle of the oyster and a second oyster which must be dug out of the mantle with a shovel or sword replica. The second oyster can have collectable pearl(s) contained therein. The pearls can then be assembled onto a customizable necklace and/or bracelet. The play compound which makes up the mantle can be independently played with. Children can use the toy to play with other children and to engage social media. The toy can be heat sealed to prevent the play compound from substantially moving or deteriorating before use.

Abstract: A toy form dart having an elongate dart body and a dart tip connected thereto. The dart tip has an outer surface extending from a top to a bottom thereof, and a hollow passage extends through the dart tip in a first direction defining first and second mouth openings on opposing. First and second pairs of eye socket indents are located between the respective first and second mouth openings and the top of the dart tip, with the first and second eye socket indents penetrating partially into the dart tip and an interior boundary wall formed between each one of the first pair of eye socket indents and each respective oppositely located one of the second pair of eye socket indents. The first and second pairs of eye socket indents and the respective first and second mouth openings form a face configuration on the opposing sides of the dart tip.

Abstract: A toy ball which emits sounds as it is rolled and including a ball body and a plurality of mechanically-operated sound producing tubes carried within the ball body, each sound producing tube including a sound-producing device which moves by the force of gravity, and each sound producing tube lying along a longitudinal axis, in which the axes are transverse to one another so that the sound producing devices emit sound when the ball is rolled along various axes. The ends of the sound-producing tubes are held by sleeves that are molded as integral parts of the ball body.

Abstract: A toy launcher with a drum magazine assembly that has a rotatable drum portion mounted for rotation, with a rear plate and a central support with an opening for a support axle. A ring of projectile holders is connected to the rear plate, with each projectile holder holding at least two projectiles arranged in a generally radially stacked configuration. Generally radially extending walls are located between adjacent projectile holders. Each of the projectile holders includes a slot on a radially inner side into which a projectile biasing arm extends at a projectile launch position. A pusher is located in the housing adjacent to the projectile launch position. Drive wheels are positioned in front of the drum magazine assembly at the projectile launch position. The drive wheels are motorized so that they rotate to propel a projectile pushed from the drum between the drive wheels for launching the projectile.

Abstract: A toy having a theme comprises a puzzle including first pieces, second pieces and a frame support. The first pieces are configured to be assembled into a three-dimensional structure. Each of the first pieces includes at least one of a tab and a hole. In particular, the hole is sized and shaped to receive the tab of another one of the pieces. Each of the second pieces are configured to interactively cooperate with the three-dimensional set piece. Each of the first and second pieces also includes a graphic image associated with the theme of the toy. The frame support is substantially flat with a first side having recesses for receiving each of the first and second pieces. The frame support also has a second side, opposite the first side having a graphic image (e.g., representative of a stage) associated with the theme of the toy.

Abstract: There is provided an apparatus and a method for producing a play compound and the play compound itself which, in one embodiment is a compound which sufficiently fluid to be pliable and is typically cold and slimy to the touch. The apparatus and a method provide a powder and liquid to a user, which can be a non-skilled person and thereby allow the mixing of the powder and liquid together by that person to form the play compound outside of a factory environment whilst ensuring that the play compound which is formed has the desired characteristics. Most typically the user which performs the mixing can be the end user, such as a child, who will play with the compound and so the formation of the play compound forms a new part of the play experience.

Abstract: A toy launcher with a drum magazine assembly that has a rotatable drum portion mounted for rotation, with a rear plate and a central support with an opening for a support axle. A ring of projectile holders is connected to the rear plate, with each projectile holder holding at least two projectiles arranged in a generally radially stacked configuration. Generally radially extending walls are located between adjacent projectile holders. Each of the projectile holders includes a slot on a radially inner side into which a projectile biasing arm extends at a projectile launch position. A pusher is located in the housing adjacent to the projectile launch position. Drive wheels are positioned in front of the drum magazine assembly at the projectile launch position. The drive wheels are motorized so that they rotate to propel a projectile pushed from the drum between the drive wheels for launching the projectile.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a mini-figure that may be used with existing and standard toy block systems and also have the appearance of a sports figure. Improvements over traditional mini-figures include additional separate components in the arms and feet, an optional variation in torso shape, accessories which create visual impression of sports figures in natural use, unique markings identifiable by specific player or production, and a unique method of marketing and distribution.

Abstract: There is provided an apparatus and a method for producing a play compound and the play compound itself which, in one embodiment is a compound which sufficiently fluid to be pliable and is typically cold and slimy to the touch. The apparatus and a method provide a powder and liquid to a user, which can be a non-skilled person and thereby allow the mixing of the powder and liquid together by that person to form the play compound outside of a factory environment whilst ensuring that the play compound which is formed has the desired characteristics. Most typically the user which performs the mixing can be the end user, such as a child, who will play with the compound and so the formation of the play compound forms a new part of the play experience.

Abstract: There is provided an apparatus and a method for producing a play compound and the play compound itself which, in one embodiment is a compound which sufficiently fluid to be pliable and is typically cold and slimy to the touch. The apparatus and a method provide a powder and liquid to a user, which can be a non-skilled person and thereby allow the mixing of the powder and liquid together by that person to form the play compound outside of a factory environment whilst ensuring that the play compound which is formed has the desired characteristics. Most typically the user which performs the mixing can be the end user, such as a child, who will play with the compound and so the formation of the play compound forms a new part of the play experience.

Abstract: A method comprises sending to a computer processor a log-in identifier to access a virtual garage stored in an online database. The virtual garage can contain computer code representing at least one vehicle stored in the virtual garage, and the vehicle being comprised of a plurality of components. Instructions can be sent to the computer processor from the first party to display the at least one vehicle in the virtual garage. A replacement component for at least one of the plurality of components is selected and sent by the first party to the computer processor, along with instructions to replace the component with the replacement component to create a new vehicle. Once the new vehicle is created, it can be displayed on the end user device.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a mini-figure that may be used with existing and standard toy block systems and also have the appearance of a sports figure. Improvements over traditional mini-figures include additional separate components in the arms and feet, an optional variation in torso shape, accessories which create visual impression of sports figures in natural use, unique markings identifiable by specific player or production, and a unique method of marketing and distribution.

Abstract: A modular dice system includes a block member including a plurality of sides each having a same shape and size. Each of the sides includes a first mating member. A plurality of tiles is provided and each has an interior surface, an exterior surface and a perimeter edge. Each of the interior surfaces includes a second mating member. Each of the second mating members is releasably couplable to one of the first mating members. The exterior surfaces each have indicia thereon and the indicia differ from tile to tile. The perimeter edges of the tiles are exposed when the tiles are attached to the block member such that the perimeter edges abut an upper side of a rolling surface when the block member is rolled on the rolling surface. The perimeter edges retain a space between the block member and the rolling surface.

Abstract: A toy building brick system includes a brick having an upper wall and an outer wall that is attached to and extends downwardly from the upper wall. The outer wall has a bottom edge that is a free edge. The outer wall bounds a receiving space configured to releasably engage a male connector such that the outer wall and the receiving space defines a female connector. The outer wall has a first notch and a second notch therein each extending upwardly from the free edge and to the upper wall. The first and second notches form grips to facilitate removal of the brick from a male connector.