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Top 5 Outdoor Toys of the Year 2006 - Toy Of The Year 2006 Award Nominees

By Dipika Mirpuri, About.com

Every year, the Toy Industry Association presents T.O.T.Y. or Toy Of The Year Awards on the eve of the American International Toy Fair held in New York. The Toy Of The Year Awards are presented in various categories. Here are some of the chosen finalists and 2006 Toy Award Nominees for Best Outdoor Toy Of The Year.

1. Air Hogs R/C Dominator -Spin Master Ltd

The Air Hogs R/C Dominator comes fully assembled and ready to take off. The radio controlled plane is lightweight and made of foam. The plane runs on 6 AA batteries and has to be charged before use. The charger doubles up as the controller. It's a great feeling to launch this Air Hogs Dominator into the sky and watch it fly!

2. Banzai Falls QuickSet Water Slide - Toy Quest

A great way to beat the summer heat is to slide down the Banzai Falls QuickSet Water Slide into a splash pool. This water slide is an improved version over the previous one. It includes a blower motor with an on/off switch for quick filling.

3. Fold 2 Go™ XL Trike - Radio Flyer

The ever-popular Radio Flyer Fold 2 Go XL Trike features a telescoping push handle, which means that you can easily push your little one along on the bike. The trike's sturdy design, low center of gravity, bright colors and the built in safety features make this an ideal bike for your little one.
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4. Moon Shoes® 2000 - Hart Toys, Inc

Can you imagine the excitement of being able to walk on the moon? The Moon Shoes 2000 are just as exciting! They are mini-trampolines which you or your kids can wear on your feet, and jump around. The Moon Shoes are of excellent quality plastic, with non-skid grips.
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5. PlasmaCar - PlaSmart

This mechanical marvel is the latest in children's ride-ons. Requiring no batteries, gears, pedals or electrical parts, this car moves purely by virtue of the power generated by the human body! All it requires is a rider on a smooth, flat surface. The car can reach speeds upto 10 mph and can be easily maneuvered to turn and go forward and backward.

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