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Friday, March 19, 2010
Elmo, one of Sesame Street's most popular 'muppets,'debuted on the TV show over 20 years ago.
Elmo lives in 'Elmo's World, a regular 15-minute segment on the show.
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Best Selling #1
Sesame Street - Baby Purse
For babies and toddlers who have places to go and people to see, this brightly colored Sesame Street-themed purse is just the thing. Well stocked, this fun accessory holds everything a jet-setting little person needs to be primped and proper: a pretend lipstick, a squeaking cell phone, a mirror, a comb, a change purse, and a key ring. Mostly pink with a yellow handle and with Elmo's and Zoe's smiling faces on the flap, this chic purse is a must-have fashion item. --Melissa Wilson
$15.99
Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Best Selling #2
Sesame Street - Toys - Medical Kit
The Fisher-Price Sesame Street Medical Kit can help take the scare out of doctor visits--it gives kids the medical paraphernalia they need to make playing doctor more fun. The blue-and-white plastic doctor's bag holds 11 brightly colored plastic tools of the trade, each decorated with an image of Elmo, Big Bird, or another Sesame Street friend. Included are a play stethoscope, blood pressure gauge, thermometer, syringe, otoscope, bandage, and clipboard with four checkup charts (eye, body, x-ray, and a prescription which recommends bed rest, liquids, and a callback to Dr. Elmo). The bag measures 6 by 2.5 by 8.5 inches tall and has a built-in carrying handle. --Ava Natov
$19.99
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Best Selling #3
T.M.X. Tickle Me Elmo
In 1996 Independence Day rocked the box office, the "Macarena" began its trek up the charts before landing on wedding dance floors, and Elmo first showed the world his predilection for tickles. Tickle Me Elmo is remembered as one of the most difficult-to-find toys of the 1996--or any--holiday season.
Elmo gets more outrageous when you "tickle" him a second time, and the fun really starts with the third "tickle" session
| Ten years later, T.M.X. Elmo (the X stands for 10) was unveiled to the world on Good Morning America on September 19. The most secretly guarded toy of the pre-holiday season, if not all time, T.M.X. Elmo was shown only to a few toy-industry insiders prior to his release. This secrecy didn't stop thousands of pre-orders from piling up. Though now that all is known, the obvious question is: Does T.M.X. Elmo deserve the hype? When you first take him out of his box, T.M.X. Elmo doesn't seem all that grand. He looks after all, well, like Elmo. Covered in the soft red fur that one would expect from everyone's favorite Sesame Street character, T.M.X. Elmo stands an unimposing 14 inches tall. Even worse, he feels all hard and plasticy under his fur. But this Elmo is not meant for cuddles or hand holding or swaddling. This Elmo is all about tickles. Sit T.M.X. Elmo down and hit one of his three "tickle" spots. There's one under his chin, one on his belly, and one on top of his foot. Yes, this Elmo wiggles just like he did 10 years ago, but that's just the start. Elmo slaps his belly, falls forward with his butt sticking out, stands back up again only to topple backwards, kicks his legs over his belly, and then stands right back up, all while laughing hysterically. "Again! Again!" Elmo gets more outrageous when you "tickle" him a second time, and the fun really starts with the third "tickle" session. Elmo's fancy moves include falling over on his side, shimmying on his back, and what seems to be everyone's favorite: lying flat on his belly slapping the floor next to him as if he can't stop laughing. This Elmo has a serious case of the giggles. His trademark voice builds into a fit of histrionics, endless snickers that drown out everything but an unintelligible cackle until even Elmo admits he has had too much. T.M.X Elmo requires 6 AA batteries, which are included, although these wore down quickly in our review copy. Elmo also has an on/off switch, so the tickles can be brought to an end when more than just Elmo has had too much. He moves a lot and needs a little open space for the full performance, although he does use his arm to determine his orientation periodically and stand back up if nothing is in the way. He gets a little stuck on uneven surfaces but for the most part performs amazingly well on carpet. On hardwood floors, Elmo works, but he occasionally slams his eyes on the floor in a way that seems it should halt the show. In the end, T.M.X. Elmo is undeniably a trooper. Early reviews show that this turbocharged version of Tickle Me Elmo will follow the stellar path enjoyed by his much simpler predecessor. --David Morel
$39.99
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Best Selling #4
Sesame Street Sing n' Giggle Tool Bench
Busy toddlers who need to "do it myself" can join the ranks of DIYers with this kid-size tool bench. With a hammer, circular saw, drill, wrench, gears, boards, screws, and screwdriver, the sturdy plastic bench has everything needed to build impressive (imaginary) projects. Elmo oversees the work, holding several of the tools himself, while Cookie Monster, Bert, and Ernie take charge of drilling and sawing. Push down on the saw or tighten some screws and hear the appropriate buzzing and "skreeking" sounds. Beware of the corny jokes ("Hey Ernie, I saw that! Get it? Heh heh heh heh.") and goofy songs ("I've been working on the tool bench"). There is no volume control, and the sound is very loud, but veteran parents know all about the magic of a little well-placed packing tape over speakers. Do-it-yourself parents who would prefer that their children not handle real power drills and circular saws will truly appreciate this tool bench
$49.99
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Best Selling #5
Hokey Pokey Elmo
What's the No. 1 group dance for the pre-school set? Hint: it's not the "Electric Slide" or "Cotton-Eyed Joe." You guessed it, and so did Elmo: the "Hokey Pokey." Though Elmo doing the "Slide" would be a sight to see, he masters the Pokey quite convincingly, to the probable delight of his toddling fans. After loading his foot with four "AA" batteries, press his hand and he performs the popular jig. He sticks out both his right hand and foot, shakes his body all about, then smoothly spins in place, thanks to a rotating platform under one foot. Elmo even spices up the beat, and sporadically speeds up the action; both innovations crank up the fun factor. The only downside: he was de-plushed, presumably because of all the mechanisms needed to help him dance and maintain balance. The result, still, is an impressive performance. He's just not very cuddly. --Diane Beall
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Best Selling #6
Sesame Street Plush Elmo 13 Inch
$13.99
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Best Selling #7
Spinmaster Elmo Giggle and Shake Chair
$34.99
Usually ships in 4-5 business days
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Best Selling #8
Barbie Loves T.M.X. Elmo Doll
$19.99
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Best Selling #9
"Bessie" the Flying Cow
$4.56
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Best Selling #10
Plush Elmo Knows Your Name
$34.99
Usually ships in 24 hours
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Elmo is a friendly character who loves to dance and sing, and he is almost universally loved by children.
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