With this year’s Toy Fair New York kicking off at the Javits Center, the toy industry will come together to celebrate play and showcase the latest toys. What better time than now to take a stroll down memory lane and look back at some toys that were featured in The Toy Book for the 2001 Toy Fair? From the technological innovations of already-loved toys, like the Malibu Cruiser, to toys that spark kids’ imaginations like pretend playsets and magic kits, kids and kids-at-heart had plenty of options to choose from.
TOO CUTE TWINS
These interactive twin dolls talk to each other and respond with sounds and movement. They even recognize when kids place them in their correct seat in the included stroller.
Product Facts
- Manufacturer:
- DSI TOYS
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This archival product page is presented for informational purposes only. This product previously appeared in the pages of The Toy Book and is no longer available for commercial sale, but vintage items may be found on the secondary market.
MALIBU CRUISER
This electric-powered scooter, designed for kids aged 8-12, features a hand-braking system, non-slip footpads, and a maximum speed of seven miles per hour.
Product Facts
- Manufacturer:
- JAKKS PACIFIC
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JOHNNY THINKBOT
Kids can chat with this bot using its included keyboard interface, and watch as it tells jokes, dances, and plays games.
Product Facts
- Manufacturer:
- TRENDMASTERS
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MODO SPACE SHUTTLE
This educational and easy-to-assemble space shuttle helps kids develop fine motor skills and creativity.
Product Facts
- Manufacturer:
- CHICCO
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This archival product page is presented for informational purposes only. This product previously appeared in the pages of The Toy Book and is no longer available for commercial sale, but vintage items may be found on the secondary market.
WIZARD’S WORKSHOP MYSTICAL MAGIC SET
With this kit, kids can perform up to 12 different tricks, from making milk disappear to making balls appear to multiply while in the air.
Product Facts
- Manufacturer:
- CADACO
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This archival product page is presented for informational purposes only. This product previously appeared in the pages of The Toy Book and is no longer available for commercial sale, but vintage items may be found on the secondary market.
POLLY THE TEKNO PARROT
Polly is powered by artificial intelligence (AI), responding to touch, sound, and light with its sensors, and can repeat everything you say or learn new words.
Product Facts
- Manufacturer:
- TEKNO
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This archival product page is presented for informational purposes only. This product previously appeared in the pages of The Toy Book and is no longer available for commercial sale, but vintage items may be found on the secondary market.
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A version of this feature first appeared in the 2026 edition of The BIG Toy Book. Read the full issue here!
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