Toys 'R' Us Picks Top Holiday Stocking Stuffers to 'Hang by the Chimney With Care' for Holiday 2004

Toys 'R' Us Picks Top Holiday Stocking Stuffers to 'Hang by the
Chimney With Care' for Holiday 2004
Toys 'R' Us List Features Small Treasures for the Perfect Stocking Fit 


WAYNE, N.J., Dec. 2  /PRNewswire/ -- Toys "R" Us today announced a list of fun
stocking stuffer ideas, from old favorites to new small toy discoveries sure to
bring more smiles to kids' faces this holiday season.   All toys featured are
available either at all Toys "R" Us stores nationwide or online at
http://www.toysrus.com/.

The list includes an array of small but special finds from the ever- popular
Silly Putty(R) and Rubik's Cube(R) to Pocket Pixter(R) and Aquapets(TM)
figurines and the Yu-Gi-Oh!(TM) Evolution Deck.  Batteries, where needed, may
be placed in the stocking toe.

"Toys "R" Us wants to help parents find the perfect small gifts to fill their
children's holiday stockings. One of the most memorable moments of the holiday
season is seeing the joy on children's faces as they scramble to discover their
stocking treasures," said John Barbour, president, Toys "R" Us, U.S.

The 16 Stocking Stuffers that Toys "R" Us has identified as the best items to
fill kids' stockings this year are:

   * Aladdin from Buena Vista Home Video
     Aquapets(TM) from Wild Planet
     Bionicle(TM) Vahki from LEGO
   * Catrina(TM) Keychain from Pacific Playthings
   * Clikits(TM) Super Minis from LEGO
   * Clip-On Doodle Pro(TM) from Fisher-Price
   * Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban from Warner Bros. Home Video
     My Little Pony(TM) Sparkle Ponies from Hasbro
     Pocket Pixter(R) from Fisher-Price
     Rubik's Cube(R) from Hasbro
   * See 'N Say(R) Junior(TM) from Fisher-Price
   * Silly Putty(R) from Binney and Smith
   * Spider-Man 2 from Columbia TriStar Home Entertainment
   * SpongeBob SquarePants(TM) Candy Dispenser from Frankford Candy &
     Chocolate Company
     Thomas the Tank Engine from Learning Curve
     Yu-Gi-Oh!(TM) Evolution Deck from Upper Deck Entertainment

         * Items are not available on http://www.toysrus.com/, only in-store.



Listed below are the detailed product descriptions for items on the Toys "R" Us
Stocking Stuffer list, including features and benefits.

                             The Toys "R" Us
                  Top Holiday Stocking Stuffers for 2004

  Aladdin by Buena Vista Home Video


Disney's 1992 animated favorite Aladdin, starring Genie, Aladdin, Princess
Jasmin and the villain Jafar, is back for a limited time on VHS and DVD.  The
DVD includes "A Diamond in the Rough," a two-hour documentary about the making
of the film, two new commentary tracks (featuring the director, producers, and
several character animators) and four previously unreleased songs, including
"Proud of Your Boy," performed by pop star Clay Aiken.  This movie is rated G.

AQUAPETS(TM) by Wild Planet

Born far away on Aquaplanet, the Aquapets(TM) have come to earth for a serious
mission: to find playmates! These cute pets can frolic singularly -- or they
can interact with other Aquapets for group dance and play.  Aquapets can also
magically respond to the sound of kids' voices. Aquapets are fun to collect and
feature 12 characters, including Pizzazz, Blotto, Fanga, Tabi, Lugi and Bebe.
Requires 2 AAA batteries (not included). Ages 5 years and up.

BIONICLE(TM) VAHKI by LEGO

BIONICLE(TM) tells epic tales of biomechanical beings in a fantastic world
before time -- where heroic Toa figures battle the evil Makuta and his newest
minions -- the Vahki. Every Bionicle canister holds a world of build-and-play
action figures that come in six different colors for collectability. Each
figure includes a power disk launcher for added fantasy play or can be combined
to create super creatures. No batteries required. Ages 7 years and up.

CATRINA(TM) KEYCHAIN by Pacific Playthings

Catrina Cat is a princess with attitude! This adorable pink plush character
keychain has a "clip for hip," perfect for adorning cool backpacks, belt loops,
jackets or swaying carefree. The Catrina collection, found exclusively at Toys
"R" Us, also includes pillows, purses, journals and more. No batteries
required. Ages 2 years and up.

CLIKITS(TM) Super Minis by LEGO

Clikits(TM) are a colorful range of fashion and lifestyle accessories based on
an open-ended "clicking" system that makes it easy for girls to design and
re-design a host of cool and useful creations. Super Mini Kits include
materials and directions to create bangle bracelets and rings, hair bands and a
pretty frame/mirror in themes like daisies, hearts and stars. No batteries
required. Ages 6 years and up.

Clip-On Doodle Pro(TM) by Fisher-Price

It's the world's favorite way to doodle-only smaller and portable!  With its
easy-to-use clip, children can hang their artwork just about anywhere with the
Clip-On Doodle Pro(TM). It features a magnetic drawing surface with attached
drawing pen and a magic eraser bar that slides to erase the screen. The Clip-on
Doodle Pro is available in four fun colors (each sold separately). No batteries
required. Ages 3 years and up.

HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN by Warner Bros. Home Video

Harry Potter fans are eagerly awaiting the DVD and VHS release of Warner Bros.
Pictures' third film adaptation of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter novel series:
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.  This movie follows Harry and his
pals during their third year at Hogwarts. New characters, including the
mysterious Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, Professor Lupin, and feared
escaped convict, Sirius Black, create additional dilemmas for Harry, Ron and
Hermione.  The DVD also includes an interview with J.K. Rowling and director
Alfonso Cuarón, plus interviews with the cast and several members of the
film's production team.  There is also exclusive Never-Before-Seen footage,
three fun challenges, two featurettes: "Conjuring a Scene" and "Care of Magical
Creatures" and more.  This movie is rated PG.

MY LITTLE PONY(TM) SPARKLE PONIES  by Hasbro

Toys of the '80s are back, and one trots to a triumphant return!  My Little
Pony(TM) figurines are once again desired collectables.  Now, the ponies
feature their own individual sparkling signature cutie marks and come complete
with a brush to keep their hair gleaming and neat. There are eight Sparkle
Ponies, including Denim Blue, Desert Blossom and Merri Weather. Please note: My
Little Pony Sparkle Ponies are available on Toysrus.com in two-packs only. No
batteries required. Ages 3 years and up.

POCKET PIXTER(R) by Fisher-Price

The popular preschool toy that combines creative activities and hand-held
gaming fun gets miniaturized with Pocket Pixter(R). The pocket-sized toy
includes cool drawing tools, fun sound effects, and a hidden game that must be
unlocked to play. The Pocket Pixter also has a clip that can be easily attached
to a belt-loop, backpack ... or anywhere imaginable. Six dynamic styles are
available, including dinosaurs, hearts, tuner cars, digital pets, extreme
sports and fashion. Each sold separately. Requires 3 LR44 button-cell batteries
(6 included). Ages 5 years and up.

RUBIK'S CUBE(R) by Hasbro

Since 1980, puzzle fans everywhere have found -- and been confounded by -- the
Rubik's Cube(R)!  The world's best selling handheld puzzle is challenging,
maddening and absolutely fascinating. In fact, the classic 2-1/4" cube is still
around and more popular than ever. There are billions of combinations -- but
only one solution. Rubik's Cube also comes with a solution hints booklet. No
batteries required. Ages 8 years and up.

SEE 'N SAY(R) JUNIOR(TM)  by Fisher-Price

This classic learning toy is now available in miniature versions. Kids hear and
learn about their favorite animals and musical instruments by pointing and
pressing the center arrow at the figures on the dial.  On each fifth press, the
melody plays all four of the figures sound effects simultaneously, as lights
flash to the music!  And, each toy comes with an attachable clip for on-the-go
fun.  There are five themes available, including Elmo's World, Musical
Instruments, Wild Animals, Pooh and Farm Animals. Requires 2 AA batteries
(included). Ages 18 months and up.

SILLY PUTTY(R) by Binney and Smith

Silly Putty(R), that peculiar pinkish "photocopying" substance that bounces
like a rubber ball, has been an American toy classic and stocking stuffer
staple for more than 50 years. From its origins in a scientist's laboratory in
1943 to its addition to the Smithsonian Institution, the fun and colorful Silly
Putty bounces, stretches and even copies words off a page, keeping kids
occupied for hours! No batteries required. Ages 3 years and up.

SPIDER-MAN 2 by Columbia TriStar Home Entertainment

In the second installment of the Spider-Man series, Peter Parker (Tobey
Maguire) gives up his crime-fighting identity of Spider-Man in a desperate
attempt to return to ordinary life and keep the love of MJ (Kirsten Dunst). But
a ruthless, terrifying new villain, the multi-tentacled Doc Ock, forces Peter
to swing back into action to save everything he holds dear. The DVD features
over 10 hours of all new content including featurettes, commentaries, bloopers
and more. The movie is rated PG-13.

  SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS(TM) Candy DISPENSER by Frankford Candy & Chocolate
   Company


The SpongeBob SquarePants(TM) Movie hit theaters in November 2004, and
everyone's favorite pineapple dwelling yellow square sea sponge is celebrating
with collectible candy dispensers.  SpongeBob SquarePants takes on Hollywood
with limited edition, movie themed characters filled with sugar-based,
character-shaped fruity candies. These dispensers also feature a candy on-the-
go clip that attaches to almost anything near a sweet tooth, from backpacks to
pants buckles. No batteries required. Ages 3 years and up.

Thomas the Tank Engine by Learning Curve

Thomas the Tank Engine is the signature bright-blue engine in the Thomas &
Friends(TM) Wooden Railway System.  Thomas the Tank Engine is a cheeky
locomotive in a spunky, miniaturized state. There are over 60 different
collectible engines and vehicles available in the Thomas & Friends Wooden
Railway line, including such perennial favorites as Thomas, James, Percy and
Lady. No batteries required. Ages 24 months and up.

YU-GI-OH!(TM) EVOLUTION DECK by Upper Deck Entertainment

The Yu-Gi-Oh!(TM) trading card game is based on the Japanese comic mega hit.
Now players can put themselves in the middle of all the exciting action,
becoming master duelists. In the game, two players face off in an all-out
battle, engaging in a match consisting of three duels, with the main battles
waged between twenty different monsters, each with their own unique skills and
fighting styles. In addition, players can use spells, set traps, change the
battlefield and even fuse two cards together to form even more powerful
monsters. The Yu-Gi-Oh! Evolution Deck contains 50 cards (47 common cards and
three foil cards), a rulebook and game mat.  No batteries required. Ages 6
years and up.

About Toys "R" Us

Toys "R" Us is one of the leading specialty toy retailers in the world.
Currently it sells merchandise through more than 1,200 stores, including 680
toy stores in the U.S. and 603 international toy stores, including licensed and
franchise stores as well as through its Internet sites at
http://www.toysrus.com/, http://www.imaginarium.com/ and
http://www.sportsrus.com/.  Babies "R" Us is the largest baby product specialty
store chain in the world and a leader in the juvenile industry, and sells
merchandise through 212 stores in the U.S. as well as on the Internet at
http://www.babiesrus.com/. 

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