Holiday Toy Guide 2006

Last year some of the top selling toys of the 2005 holiday season were the Roboraptor,  the V.Smile TV learning System by VTECH,  Furbies,  and the ever popular Fly Pentop Computer.  If you missed out on these great products last year, then now is the time to start preparing for the upcoming holiday season so you can get the best toys and games around.

So what's the hottest toy  or game  to place under the Christmas tree  this year? The 2006 holiday season is expected to be hot, boasting new and improved toys from your favorite manufacturers and everyone in between. Video games, electronic toys, dolls, and playsets  are expected to be hot, hot, hot. Read on to learn more about the toys and games that kids of all ages will be begging to get their hands on.

To get started, click on one of the sections below to jump to the section that most interests you or scroll through at your leisure. Also keep in mind that there are many more buying guides about toys that can be found in the Toys and Games department.

Quick Pick

Webkinz These totally adorable 'pets' are cuddly, snugly, and soft. What makes them more than the ordinary stuffed animal? These pets can be adopted using the Webkinz Web site (the registration code comes with the toy). Those who have a Webkinz  toy can log on to the kid-friendly site as often as they want for up to a year (after free registration) and play a Webkinz simulation game (similar to Sims ). Earn Webkinz dollars by playing games, spend Webkinz money to decorate the Webkinz  virtual home, feed their Webkinz, and keep him or her happy and healthy. For only $10 these stuffed animals  are an incredible deal that will serve kids with hours of entertainment! Plus, you can choose from all sorts of animals such as a dog,  cat,  lion,  frog,  pig,  hippo,  rabbit,  unicorn,  tiger,  or monkey!

Action Figures

Batman Ultra Blast Batman  This is an interactive 15-inch figurine by Mattel for boys aged four and up. The coolest part about it is the powerful Ultra Blaster that shoots missiles up to 30 feet. Watch out, Mom!	Power Rangers Solar Streak Megazord  It's not lean, but it is a mean evil-fighting machine! Boys will love duking it out with this 11-inch tall bad boy. What's more is it comes with a poster. Fine for ages four and up.	Pirates of the Caribbean Action Figures  Yar! Me thinks that pirates be hot for Christmas. Perfect for sprogs as young as four. Choose from a wide variety o' sizes, characters, and brands. They'll be ayt t' please for all.	WWE Classic Superstars Series 11  Wrestling fans, get ready! Famous faces, such as Hulk Hogan and Ken Shamrock will be immortalized in plastic this holiday season. Choose just one or collect all of these 6-inch figurines. Ages eight and older.	Transformers Cybertron Primus  This is perhaps the epitomy of the Transformer. Standing 14 inches tall, it morphs into the Transformer's home planet. The figurine also makes noise and lights up. For ages five and up.

Arts and Crafts

Younger Kids
Spark Art Easel  Ever seen a talking easel? Well, with the help of three AA batteries  this one will. By using the buttons on the left hand side of the easel, kids can get inspiration to draw new things when they're out of ideas. Other unique features of this easel are dry erase sheets and the ability for it to transform into a table perfect for doing crafts and other art projects. This is definitely the easel of the future. Ages three and up.	Aquadoodle Sing N Doodle  This two-in-one toy and creative activity mat takes the Aquadoodle to new heights. The large mat gets filled with water and children have an instant easel that can be used time and time again without wasting paper or leaving a mess. Plus, the unique thing about this is that it sings! It plays 18 classic songs such as "Old McDonald". You might also check out the Aquadoodle Flip N Doodle.  You might also try the Sesame Street Super Draw  for very young children.	Moon Sand Kit by Spin Masters  This new-age version of Play-Doh  looks and feels like sand but molds and holds the same way. You can bake this magic sand into a masterpiece that will forever retain its shape unless you decide that you want to play with it again. The basic color, of course, is sand. However, filler packs come in assorted colors and can be bought separately (and often need to be purchased to make castles like those shown in the picture). The inflatable sand box, shovels, and molds are included along with a pack of sand or more depending on the deal.	Play-Doh Creativity Center  This kit is jam-packed with everything a kid will need to create faces, food, and anything else his or her imagination can muster. It includes five cans of Play-Doh plus oodles of accessories and tools for cutting, rolling, splicing, and more. The great thing about this kit is that it comes neatly packaged in its own storage kit to keep things in place between play sessions.	Lil' Lovables Fluffy Factory  Little girls will love being able to make their own teddy bears with this crank-operated stuffing machine. They can decorate the bears too. No sewing required and the kit comes with three bears. For ages three and older.

Older Kids
Crayola Color Wonder Sprayer Starter Kit  This little machine puts the power of air-brushing into the hands of a child. Sounds messy, but in fact, the sprayer only applies color to the special paper included in the kit. The kit includes this special Color Wonder paper and plenty of stencils. Refills can also be bought separately. Fine for ages six and up.	Awesome Origami  Origami is a great creative activity for boys and girls that teaches a popular art and pastime. With fun additions like feathers and jewels, kids can make their origami creations their own unique masterpieces. For ages eight and up.	Big Draw Projector  Draw it with the markers and then watch it explode into lifesize art onto the wall via the built-in projection machine. Great for displaying art to friends and family. Fine for boys and girls ages ten and up.	Bratz Design Your Own Sewing Machine  Girls aged six to nine can get their first shot at using a sewing machine to create some fabulous threads. Budding fashionistas will have hours of fun coming up with designs for their Bratz dolls or for themselves.

Babies and Toddlers

Chicco's 4-in-1 Ride On Car  Fun, versatile, and perfect for a tot in motion. The steering wheel has interactive features to keep baby busy while mom takes control via the extendible handle driving him or her around as she does what she needs to do.	Peek 'n Play Discovery Dome  The sturdy door teaches a baby to open and close things, while developing spatial awareness.  Babies can also explore the dome and play with the accessories improving his or her ability to crawl and grasp.	Infantino Baby Beach Band  Entertaining, interactive, creative, and it teaches baby about music and rhythm. The plush instruments  come in cute sea animal designs and they can be taken with you wherever you go.	Teether Toys  Attach them on strollers,  playards,  or car seats  to keep baby entertained while on the go. Best of all, they are stimulating and easy to clean.	Jacob's Rib-It-Ball  Learning to play with a ball  is part of a baby's development. However, these balls are special. They're designed to be easy to hold and to not roll away. Because of the special design, these balls are a winner, hands down.

Smart Safari Count 'n Stack Giraffe  Give baby a long head start learning numbers with this fun giraffe. Stack the numbers to build his neck up and up and up!	Smart Splash Memory Match Clams  It's Memory  in the tub! These fun seashells, starfish, and crabs will teach a child colors, matching objects, and how to make bath time more fun. For children ages 2 and up.	Baby Whoozit  This plush infant toy  is colorful and engaging while being the perfect size for toting along in the stroller  or car. Babies will love its friendly face and floppy limbs (great for babies who are teething).	Fridge Phonics Magnetic Letter Set  This is like a new and upgraded version of magnetic fridge letters.  Now, not only can kids play with the letters, but they can also hear the letters spoken (name and sound) and sung. Great fun and learning in one!	Ty Pablo from Backyardigans  The popular show from Nick Jr.,  Backyardigans,  has an entire line of soft, cushy, animal plush toys modeled after the hit show's stars; Pablo the Penguin, Tyrone  the Moose, Tasha  the Hippo, Austin,  and Uniqua.

Board Games

Antarctica Global WARming  This strategy and battle game requires that each player conquer their corner of land as well as try to gain control over the coveted Antarctic land mass in the center of the board. A rotating weather element keeps game play exciting and unpredictable. Perfect for Risk  fans.	Anagramania 'Intermediate Edition'  Each card holds a clue and scrambled anagram that is one word to define the clue. It's the player's job to figure out the correct anagram. It's a hit game with teens and adults and will keep players thinking.	Karaoke The Game  A great party game for small groups of teens and adults. You don't need to be a great singer, just willing to have some fun! Race around the board and sing out songs by popular musical artists for others to guess.	Don't Quote Me  This wildly popular game comes in a variety of editions, from TV Guide to Sports Illustrated and more. Opponents read aloud quotes from famous people and you have to guess who said them. Try before you buy at Don't Quote Me.	Barbarossa  This is a creative riddle game in which players model riddles out of clay for the other team to guess. In this game, sometimes the easier the riddle the better. Great for families and parties.

Monopoly: Here and Now Limited Edition  It's totally now! All the lots have been swapped out for popular locales of today's world. Prices have gone up and the bills are a whole lot bigger. Look for cool new pieces and exciting community chest and chance cards too. To get a sneak peek of the game before you buy, check out www.Monopoly.com.	UNO Spin  For a new spin on the classic card game, the must-have replacement to your old ratty deck is a shiny new one with a twist -- literally. The game works nearly the same as the original; the goal is to get rid of your cards by throwing down matching numbered or colored cards each turn. However, with this new version, an extra card has been integrated into the mix: a 'spin card'. These cards allow players to spin the board, which then will force players to pick up cards, throw down cards, or swap. This is a game that is sure to be dizzying fun!	Cranium Book of Outrageous Fun  If you have never tried Cranium  the original, you've certainly been missing out. This game is great for kids to play but also an excellent game to bring the family together. It combines drawing, acting, sculpting, and writing in a game of fast, hilarious fun. The Book of Outrageous Fun takes Cranium and puts it into a compact, book-style format that is perfect for kids to tote with them. It includes wipe-off activity pages that can be used time and time again, a dry-erase marker, a pull-out game board, Cranium cards, clay, a pencil, spinner, game pieces, and more! Ideal for kids aged 7 and older.	Quiz Wit  Ideal for taking along on road trips and fun for the whole family! It's like Trivial Pursuit  only designed for the car. Bring these fun and factual quiz games along with you to test the knowledge of your friends and family on topics such as TV, popular music, and Hollywood films.	Game Wave  This is a cross between a board game and a video game that you play on your television. Simply plug it in and grab one of the four wireless controllers. Pop in a game, such as 4 Degrees or Re-Wind (trivia), Letter Zap, 21 (Blackjack and quick draw), or Gemz. One comes with the set but you can purchase additional games separately. Perfect for dinner parties, get-togethers, or for brightening up a rainy day.

Cranium Zooreka  The goal of this board game, suitable for parents and children ages eight and up, is to build a zoo. It's similar to Zoo Tycoon,  but hands on. Trade food, animals, gather resources, and more. The winner is the first person to open their zoo.	Game of Life Pirates of the Caribbean Edition  Remember the Game of Life?  Based off the blockbuster hit, Pirates of the Caribbean,  Life takes some devilish new twists. Instead of making a family the object is to acquire loot. He with the most treasure wins all!	Pirates of the Caribbean Pirates DVD Treasure Hunt  A twist on the classic board game, you use both standard dice and a board, but also a DVD to play. The object is to collect all the gold, silver, and rum booty you can. Family-friendly and it's fine for ages six and up.	Deal or No Deal Electronic Table Top Game  The favorite TV show has been made into a board game that the whole family can enjoy. The game is simple and easy to learn, but better hope your luck is with you when you play so you can pick the briefcase full of cash!	25 Words or Less  Five words for your teammates to guess and only 25 words to use to help describe the words. Try and describe as many as you can within the time limit to earn points and win the game. For teens and adults, this is a good games for groups or four or more.

Boy's Toys

Jaba's Sail Barge  Star Wars fans in the 8 to 12 range will love this LEGO playset that contains 781 pieces plus additions such as a skiff, sarlacc monster, Princess Leia, a Lando figurine, Han, Luke, and R2-D2.	Sentai Fortress  This is a massive playset from the Exo-Force line of LEGO and it includes a Sensei Keiken, leader of the Exo-Force figurine as well as eight other mini figurines. Other high points include the large gate, towers, repair bay, laser cannons, and lights. Nearly 1500 pieces in all makes this a  great project for boys aged 8 and up.	Verticon  This air-powered space-aged battle ring floats flying Verticon balls in a whirlwind of blasting air. Kids get to add on their own weapons onto the balls. Once they throw them into the ring and the air starts, whoever lasts longest in the ring is the victor.	Star Wars Transformers Deluxe: Millennium Falcon  It's Star Wars Chewie and Han Solo! But wait! It's also the famous transformers and the Millenium Falcon! Besides that, it also has tons of armor and weapons plus lights and sounds. Collectors and kids will both want this unique toy action figure to add to their collections.	Step 2 Real Projects Workshop  Large "Durafoam" wood-like pieces lock together, float, and never splinter. Plus they can be put together in an unlimited number of combinations. "Blue pages" help inspire youngsters as they play with the battery-operated "drill" and the 65 accessories that can be tucked into the many storage places on the unit. Little builders get ready

Superman Inflato Suit  No wires required! This costume runs on 4 AA batteries that keep the suit inflated, bulging with muscles and brawn. Little boys aged three to seven will practically feel invincible in this little number that	Fast Talking Lightning McQueen Car  Modeled after the Disney Pixar  film, Cars , this is an interactive, talking car that learns commands and tricks from its master. In all, he's got 15 tricks and 30 fun phrases.	GI Joe Dragonhawk Sigma 6  This is the toy for GI Joe  fans. This electronic toy has a variety of realistic sounds that make a battle come alive, plus rotating engines, a spotlight, and lots of accessories. The heavy armor drop off ship goes perfectly with 2 1/2 inch GI Joe figurines.	Remote Control Tarantula  This creepy, crawly, remote controlled tarantula is powerful and realistic enough to make any kid jump, which is exactly what they'll love doing with this toy. Besides the RC spider, there is also a remote control snake  that's just as creepy!	Funrise Head Bangers  These buff and brawny sports figurines (choose from football, soccer, or hockey) are a great gift for kids into sports. With a powerful punt, these figurines drive the ball home! A goal post, yardage markers, scoreboard, and spinner are also included.

Playmobil Soccer Shoot Out  The World Cup  might be over for now, but the fun can still go on with this toy. Kids get to shoot it out (with a ball, of course) to score points with their Playmobil soccer player figurines that have a built-in kick function. Figurines can be bought separately in addition to the two included with the set.	Black Pearl Play Set  Modeled after Jack Sparrow's ship in the Disney movie, Pirates of the Caribbean , this playset is ready to entertain with lights, sounds, and explosions. The set includes one pirate action figure so you'll probably want to purchase others separately to make the playset more entertaining.	Cars Mega House  Little tikes will love playing in this giant house modeled after the Disney movie, Cars.  The lightweight, pop-up house can go anywhere and be used inside or out. It will inspire hours of fun for all kids. Suitable for children ages three and up.

Isla Cruces Playset  Based on the set from Pirates of the Caribbean 2,  this little playset will help your little one's imagination come alive. To see a full review of this toy, please visit Captain Toy.	Animal Rescue Center Playset  This talking playset is modeled after the popular kid's show Go, Diego, Go! and includes a Diego figurine, five animals, ATV vehicle, and more.	Knights' Empire Castle  Award with the Family Fun award of 2005, this Playmobil playset is  a perfect developmental toy for kids aged four and older. This gigantic set will provide hours of entertainment.	ESPN Fast Action Football  This fast-action, two-player football game has a digital display for scoring, commentary, sounds, and a light-up field. There are also three play modes from training to rookie to pro.	Robo Reptile  Robopet,  Robo Raptor,  and Robo Reptile have been hot since beng voted as top products of 2005 and are still worthy purchases. They are interactive, high-tech, and amusing for all.

More Boys Toys to Look for As Christmas Nears

• Striker Foosball Table 
• Enforcer Turbo Hockey Table 
• Marvel Legends: Young Avengers Action-Figure Gift Pack 
• Superman Returns: 5.5" Kryptonite Escape Superman Figure 
• Spalding NA official Game Basketball 

Girl's Toys

Biggest Littlest Pet Shop Playset  This playset  has tons of nooks and crannies for little girls to explore with their pet figurines. Two are included with the set.	Amazing Allysen Doll  She talks and interacts with you, shows emotion, and even recognizes her accessories. Besides these incredible talents, you can also dress her up, style her hair, and just have fun. Amazing Amanda  is similar but destined for younger girls who prefer baby dolls.	Bratz Forever Diamondz Dolls  These spunky dolls are pretty and well-dressed to say the least. Plus, each doll comes with a "real" diamond pendant for her owner to wear. In addition to the dolls, there is also a video game called Bratz Forever Diamond.	Baby Alive Doll  Ideal for younger girls, this doll acts like a real baby; eating, pooping, the whole nine yards. For little girls aspiring to play mommy, this is the perfect doll.	My Little Pony Crystal Rainbow Castle Playset  Three stories of My Little Pony  fun can be had with this elaborate playset. Ponies are not included, but this could be the perfect gift for the girl with lots of ponies and nowhere to put them.

Dora's Magical Castle Master Bedroom  Girls who already have Dora's Magical Castle  will love to have the accessories and furniture to kit out Dora's digs. Also see the living room,  kitchen,  and bathroom  furniture kits.	Fairy Wishes Dora  Complete with a fairy dress, wings, and a tiara, Dora lights up with glee when you touch her wand to her magical necklace. She also sings the Wishing Fairy Song that little girls can sing along.	Holiday 2006 Barbie  Every year Barbie has a fantastic new gown for her 2006 holiday debut. The Bob Mackie dress is sparkly and elegant with white fur trim and colorful star embellishments.	Magical DoReMi Dolls  These anime style dolls are based off the show Ojamajo Doremi and come with accessories and clothes for the singing doll which has a bright smiling face and colorful eyes. Ideal as a first doll.	My Scene Fab Faces Dolls  It's the Barbie/Bratz hybrid like you've never seen her before! Besides the fab clothes, tiara, and glitzy accessories, this doll has a movable face! You can actually change her expressions from a smile to frown or anything in between. Certainly original, this is a great addition to the My Scene Collection.

Bratz Ice Champions Playset with Mirabel  It's Maribel in skates! She gracefully twirls and does tricks around an "ice rink" that lights up. Perfect for displaying and playing. The Ice Champions line also has Yasmin,  Dana,  Vinessa  doll choices.	Pollyworld Rockin' Theme Park  This Polly Pocket playset is full of fun features including rides, music, and shopping! When Polly and Lila are clicked onto the roof they put on a rock show, clad in rocker garb and highlighted with theatrical lights.	Bistro Grille  Forget the old kitchen set! This is the ultimate in fine outdoor dining, or indoor depending on your needs. It features a grill, stove top, oven, and fridge. The big plus is the umbrella, making it ideal for fun on the patio while mom and dad grill up some burgers.	Radica Games' Digi Makeover Plug 'n Play TV Game  With this electronic toy, girls can give themselves electronic makeovers experimenting with hair, makeup, and jewelry. Time and time again they can try new styles, and what's even better is that there is no computer necessary.	Designers World TV  Girls must test their fashion skills to the max and see if their designs will be absolutely fabulous or absolute flops. This one player game simply plugs into the TV to play.

Barbie 12 Dancing Princesses DVD  The Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses DVD  has been a hit with kids, adults, dance fans, and Barbie  enthusiasts. Just released September 19th, this video is an entertaining mix of song, dance, fairytales, and fun. The classical music is by Felix Mendelssohn,  the choreography by the New York City Ballet,  and the story by the Brother's Grimm,  also known as The Worn-Out Dancing Shoes. Along with the DVD be sure to check out the dolls that go along with the DVD, Princess Genevieve Doll   and friends: Fallon,  Courtney,  Edeline,  Blair,  Isla,  and Hadley.  There's also Prince Derek.	Magic Touch Color Silk Cabbage Patch Kids  Twist, style, color, braid -- anything you can imagine is possible with these Cabbage Patch Dolls that sport ultra-long locks. Little girls just have to add water to turn the doll's hair from auburn, brown, or black to funky pink, purple, or blue! Also check out the Cabbage Patch Newborns. Both toys are suitable for girls ages three and up.	Holly Hobbie Fashion Dolls  Remember Holly Hobbie from back in the day? The rag doll is still available, but what is really hot is the new fashion doll. She still has the same great attitude and a passion for arts and crafts. Each doll comes with an activity booklet that inspires girls to decorate the clothes with sequins, beads, stickers, and more.	Trixieville Dolls  Move over Barbie and say good bye to Bratz. Try one of these demure fairy dolls that comes complete with wings and a soft, nature-inspired outfit. There are three to choose from; a light and dark blonde and one with auburn hair.	Easy Bake Oven  A blast from the past this old oven is. Clad and pink and ready to bake up chocolaty delights and marvelous cakes, girls can practice their baking skills while refining their gourmet sweet tooth. Important improvements make this new model better than ever with better heating, baking, and mixes.

Educational

Bright and Beyond  This educational/developmental series of activity cards covers all age groups, including baby, 1-year, 2-year, 3-5 years, and preschool. Kindergarten through 3rd grade cover subject areas such as thinking, reading, writing, and math.	Roxy's Eat Right Games  It's never too soon to start learning about good nutrition and that's exactly what this game strives to do. Kids, aged five to 12, will learn about calories, food groups, vitamins, nutrients, and more. Perfect family activity.	Knowledge Adventure Books by You  Kids get a chance to write their own chapter book with the help of John Lithgow! They get to import illustrations, learn vocabulary, and design the cover. After writing the book and send it to the company, they'll send you back a professional hard cover copy of your very own book! Great for Hemmingways in the making.	JumpStart Advanced Preschool  Prep kids for the upcoming school year with these interactive computer games that teach basic computer skills, reading via sing-along, vocabulary, and more! Great graphics and an easy-to-use interface makes this a perfect learning game.	Nymble  This is the word game for word lovers and vocabulary fools aged 10 and up. Perfect for learning all the "nyms" you need to know (synonyms, antonyms, and homonyms). Voted Parent's Choice Approved, this is a game that will challenge as well as entertain.

ABC Chalk Talk! Electronic Learning Chalkboard  Hang it or lie it on the floor, and kids will learn their ABCs and numbers painlessly. Touch sensors speak the letters, numbers, colors, shapes, and the chalkboard helps a child with spelling. Ages 4+.	Professor Noggins History of the United States  Have fun while learning about United States history. Ideal for kids with an interest in the subject or for those who might be struggling in school. The game covers basic history from the American Revolution to WWII. Suitable for ages seven and up.	SmartGlobe 2.0  An award winning toy of 2006, this is fun, practical, and educational rolled into one. Learn about the world's history, geography, government and culture with the touch of a pen. Versatile enough to suit kids as young as five but it can be made more difficult as needed. It is also bilingual.	Fly Pentop Computer  This hit toy has won numerous awards and has proven to be hot, hot, hot. Interchangeable cartridges for learning math, science, reading, and Spanish. Besides the educational aspect, it also acts as a scheduler, calculator, and music player. It also plays games!	Nintendo DS Brain Age  Turn the Nintendo DS handheld  gaming console into a brain teasing, skill building machine that works your muscles to the max! Math, cognitive skills, logic, and memory building are all integrated into this top selling game that will keep kids entertained for hours.

Bratz Cyber Style Laptop  This Cyber Laptop allows little girls to learn about math, spelling, grammar, foreign language, fashion, history, geography, and more with over 75 learning activities! Levels can be advanced to grow with the child. What's more, it's fun looking and features girl's favorite dolls, the Bratz. It's light enough to take it anywhere. Ages six and up.	Nitro Jams  This laptop style toy lets kids learn and have fun. The built-in piano can be used in conjunction with the piano lessons or played solo. There is also the option to play popular music and play with beats to create new tunes. Best of all, besides the musical aspect of this toy, there are also 40 activities that kids can enjoy that help hone their math, reading, and writing skills. Also consider Nitro Jams Notebook in Pink.  It doesn't have the piano, but it has all the learning features and it's specially designed for girls.	V.Flash CD System  This edutainment system is ideal for younger kids that haven't gotten a gaming console yet. It functions in the same way but focuses on learning through a series of fun games. One disc is included with the system and more can be purchased as needed.	ION Educational Gaming System  It's as fun as a video game but as good for your kids as taking a walk to the park. The ION Educational Gaming System is an interactive toy that makes kids use their bodies, rather than controllers, to make the game work. It includes a console, a camera (to detect the body's movements), and an Active Learning Disc that includes five different games. These discs are sold for children aged 3 to 5 and 5 to 7. The discs for younger kids will focus on basic skills such as colors and numbers and those for older kids will help kids improve reading, math, and problem solving skills.

Electronic Toys

Blue Man Group Percussion Tubes  Mozarts in the making will love this percussion toy inspired by the hit Blue Man Group.  It has steel drums, xylophone and marimba, along with motion sensitive drums and tubes. Plus, plug it into speakers or a TV for extra sound. You can even jack your MP3 player  into it to jam along with your favorite tunes. Finally, there's a record mode so you can play your hits for your friends. Ages five and up.	Cube World  The Cube World system starts as just one cube in which there lives a little stick man. Each color houses a different stick man, such as Slim who plays with a stick, or Scoop who plays with his dog. There are over 100 different cubes to collect. The catch is, when placed together, the stick men interact with each other! Tilt the cube and watch the stick men fall over! Hours of fun and totally portable.