Abstract: A toy for dabbling, having a toy body; a cylinder extending from one side portion of the toy body to the opposite portion thereof and supported fixedly therein; a fish bowl in which a smaller imitation fish is to swim, an imitation windmill, a larger imitation fish connected to a thread, a pump, and an ejection nozzle joined to the pump, all of which are fitted in different portions of the wall of the toy body; a reel which is urged so that the thread is constantly taken up therearound, and which is secured to the portion of the wall of the toy body in which the larger imitation fish is fitted; a lens or a transparent plate fitted in one end of the cylinder; and a cover having a plurality of air vents and fixed to the other end of the cylinder.

Abstract: An aquatic exercise device for use in a swimming pool or the like comprising a substantially columnar-shaped, flexible buoyant body having a first and second end and partially encircles and supports the user's body and a substantially shank-type handgripping means integrally attached and projecting endwise outwardly above and below at the first and seconds ends of the substantially columnar-shaped flexible buoyant body thereby enabling the user to perform body movements in an aquatic environment similar to movements on land of walking, running, cycling, cross-country skiing, and calisthenics and further providing enhanced exercise intensity due to the aquatic resistance to movement of the user.

Abstract: A floating aquatic device, e.g. toy, boat, etc, which is propelled by the wind and surf comprises a buoyant body hull and a flat, generally triangular, horizontal keel plate secured to the bottom of the hull in a vertical spaced relation. The body hull has a concave rear portion which is of greater height and width relative to the remainder of the hull and configured in a manner to capture sufficient water and/or wind forces to propel the toy through the water in which it is floating by the forces co-acting with the concave rear portion of the hull. The generally triangular keel is of sufficient weight to maintain said hull in an upright floating position and to stabilize the device. The concave rear portion of the hull is configured to bifurcate the water and/or wind forces co-acting with the rear portion to orient the forward end of the toy in a direction opposed to the forces.

Abstract: A habitat system for use in small animal enclosures providing desirable living space for underwater, amphibious and land dwelling animals. The habitat is formed from a wall type structure with one side which is essentially concave, thereby forming a gap space behind the wall. The habitat system is removeably attachable to the inner wall surface of the animal enclosure. Surface decoration may be provided on at least one wall of the habitat system, and various component parts may be intermeshed in a variety of ways in order to form multiple configurations.

Abstract: A water toy for infants comprises a floatable portion and a restraining portion for loosely restraining the floatable portion so that the floatable portion when floated in water in a pool or tub in which an infant is playing or being bathed is enabled to bob up and down, pitch and roll, spin through an angle of 360.degree. about a vertical axis, and move over a limited portion of the surface of the water but prevented from moving and remaining beyond the reach of the infant. Various ancillary toys are included.

Abstract: A playset for use in and out of water includes a seahorse figurine with long rooted mane hair and a coral corral. The seahorse figurine has a relatively watertight upper body and a rotatably connected lower tail portion. A weight is positioned in the tail so that rotation of the tail orients the angular position of the figurine when it is floating in water. Vents are provided in the tail for displacement of air. The coral corral floates in the water with a substantial portion, including provisions for accessories for the care of the figurine, above the water level. Alternatively, the corral may be placed on a table or other flat surface when it also provides support for the seahorse figurine.

Abstract: An ornamental floating apparatus for use in a swimming pool comprises a first buoyant body, preferably in the form of a water lily, and a second, nonbuoyant body, which is below the first body and supported by it so that it is stable, moving about a horizontal axis when the first body moves about a horizontal axis, as due to agitation of the water in the swimming pool. The second body may be connected either by a substantially rigid post, or by a pair of flexible strands, preferably monofilament. The second bodies are in the form of fishes, relatively large fishes being supported by the flexible strands, and relatively smaller fishes being supported by the posts. The ornamental body is preferably in the form of a water lily, and has a plurality of petal-simulating elements thereon, with a cup in the center of the elements for supporting a candle, the cup having a stem extending through holes in the elements and into the body.

Abstract: Disclosed is a lifesaving ring having a buoyant ring means with gripping sections which are sized for convenient grasp in the hand of a thrower. The plurality of gripping sections are preferably each sized differently so that different persons can have a properly sized gripping section for accurate throwing of the lifesaving ring. A grab line is connected about the outer circumference of the lifesaving ring using grab line connectors. Inter-grip sections are positioned between the gripping sections and extend inwardly in order to increase flotation of the lifesaving ring. The gripping sections are preferably color coded for easy identification during times of emergency.

Abstract: The invention relates to an immersible toy, particularly a liquid-tight batheable doll which has a body which is flexible when grasped, conveying a skin-like sensation; and which has arms, legs, and a head which can undergo relatively free motion after the fashion of a baby's movements, and which can be mounted easily without damage to the delicate body skin. The toy includes joining structures for the appendages, having closed sleeve elements extending from the torso for receiving the appendages, and retaining elements for attaching the appendages to the sleeve elements.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an expandable member comprising the steps of separating a shaped member from a sheet of cellular spongy material, soaking the member in a solution containing a water soluble binder and water, compressing the member into a container and drying the compressed member. The dried member expands to its original shape and size when placed in water.

Abstract: A sandbox for recreational play is disclosed which has a slidable cover. The cover slides between a closed position covering a container for holding sand to an open position wherein the sand container is uncovered. The cover has a downwardly depending end portion which supports the cover when in the open position, enabling the cover to be used as a play deck. The cover advantageously has an entertaining play surface formed thereon, preferably a miniature marina. To this end, a depression is formed in the cover into which water is received for use with water play toys. A toy vehicle roadway is also formed along the upper portion of the sandbox, and on the cover. The roadway is endless regardless of whether the cover is in either the fully open or fully closed cover position. The container has a channel formed in three of its sidewalls. The ends of the channel are open to the exterior of the container. The cover slides between positions guided by the channel.

Abstract: A floatable toy has a hollow body formed as the body of a frog or other figure. In the base of the body a series of apertures are formed through which water can enter the body. Corresponding apertures are formed in the head of the body for the escape of air. Floatation members in the form of eyeballs are trapped within the body. On immersing the body in water the water rises within the body and the floatation members rise and are retained in eye sockets in the head where they are visible while the body floats in a partially submerged condition.