Abstract: An accessory device for use with at least one toy vehicle is provided, wherein the accessory device includes a first housing and a second housing. The first housing includes a first passageway configured to permit the toy vehicle to pass entirely through the first housing. The first housing may further include a second passageway configured to permit the toy vehicle to completely pass through the first housing. A sensor may be positioned along the first passageway, the second passageway, or both. The sensor may be configured to detect the passage of the toy vehicle through the passageway and activate a sensory output generating device. The accessory device further includes a second housing attachable to the first housing and includes a passageway configured to permit the toy vehicle to pass entirely through the second housing.

Abstract: A method for applying a colorant to a cellulosic substrate to improve the resistance of the colorant to removal from the substrate by wetting or rubbing. The method is a two-step process in which the colorant is applied to the substrate in a first step, and in which an elastomeric overcoat is applied to the substrate over the colorant in a second step. The colorant includes a pigment, thickeners and water and can be applied to the substrate in a manner similar to the application of the overcoat, i.e., by any suitable on or off-paper machine process.