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Hot New Warm Weather Toys

Summer is only days away, so what better time to take a look at some of the neatest new toys to keep kids happy in coming months?

On "The Early Show" Thursday, toy expert Shannon Eis, a Time to Play magazine contributor, showcased several.

The following descriptions were prepared with information provided by the manufacturers

Latest NERF SUPER SOAKER SHOT BLAST WATER BLASTER

Ages 6 years and up; Approximate Retail Price $19.99

Get ready to soak or be soaked! The latest innovation in water blasters is here. The Nerf Super Soaker Shot Blast is the biggest and baddest water blaster in the new collection. It can drench someone from up to 25 feet away! All it needs is a single pump to unleash a huge blast of water. The customizable blaster is compatible with the Tactical Rail System accessories and features adjustable and removable shoulder stock for maximum customization. The Shot Blast is available in red and blue (each sold separately) so kids can divide and conquer during team play or enter a one-on-one challenge to test individual water blasting skills.

THE CLASSIC BOW & MALLOW

Ages 6 years and up; Approximate Retail Price $29.95

Wage a marshmallow war! Safer than any other type of "weapon," this special shooter is outrageously fun and totally unique. Load it up with the included soft red shooting pellets or your own mini marshmallows and let 'er rip! Includes instructions and bow shooter.

SKY BALLS

Ages 6 years and up; Approximate Retail Price: $7.99

Get ready for high-flying fun! Maui's Sky Balls bounce up to 75 feet in the air. This incredible bounce feature comes from the combination of oxygen and helium inside the lightweight balls. It's great to see that such a basic toy can be such a hit, and we continually find that once kids pick them up, they can't stop bouncing them. This spring, there are new introductions, including balls in different sizes. Plus, there are accessories like a suction cup catcher and a ball and bat set for high-powered games of baseball. The balls have different paint treatments, lots of colors and unique features, such as sparkle inside, that make the balls different and great collectibles, too.

BUBBLE COW

Ages 3 years and up; Approximate Retail Price: $19.99

You'll be blowing tons of bubbles this spring and summer with all the new bubble toys from Little Kids. The company, creator of the no-spill bubble category, is introducing brand new no-spill bubble toys, including Big Bubble Friends. "Moo"-ve over traditional toys and make room for this dual-action, adorable Big Bubbles Friends Cow. This motorized bubble machine easily creates large streams of bubbles and moos whenever children pull back its head.

ATLANTIS CEDAR SWING SET

Ages 3-10 years; Approx. Retail Price $599

The Atlantis Cedar Swing Set is the kids' ultimate playground. Children will enjoy all the set has to offer, from the 8-foot patented Super Safe Speedy Slide™ with protective high side walls to the two adjustable belt swings and one or two-person glider, each with kid-friendly chains. After climbing up the challenging solid rock wall, kids can explore from up high in the bonus sun porch and bay window. The flat step ladder with safety handles makes it easy for kids to make their way back to solid ground. Once down, kids can stimulate their imaginations by playing at the serving station or in the sandbox that holds up to 350 lbs. of sand (sand sold separately). Even rain can't spoil the fun! Kids can still enjoy this premium playset under the protection of a cedar shiplap wood roof. Constructed of high-quality cedar, the Atlantis Swing Set is meant to last and comes pre-cut, pre-drilled and stained with all hardware and fasteners. All cedar lumber is naturally decay, rot and insect resistant with no chemical treatments.

ROCKBOARD SCOOTER

Ages 8 years and up; Approximate Retail Price $200

The biggest difference between the Rockboard Scooter and all others is the fact that the Rockboard is 2 scooters in 1! The advanced Rockboard technology allows you to shred the pavement in Rockboarding mode, or quickly transform your Rockboard Scooter into a low-profile kick scooter. The rear spring-enhanced suspension means the smoothest ride even on the most unforgiving pavement. With superior strength, and lightning quick dual-mode action adjustment, your new Rockboard Scooter means hours of insane fun!

RAZOR SOLE SKATE

Ages 8 years and up; Retail Price $50

The ride of your life! The Razor Sole Skate features a completely unique three-wheeled single-skate licensed design. Its Micro Size makes it easy to store in a locker, carry in a backpack, and take on-the-go! Sole Skates' unique "gravity" steering and 51mm urethane wheels with ABEC-5 bearings are what give this a smooth ride.

You can find the Razor Sole Skate here at Amazon.com.

TORNADO TEE GOLF

Ages 3 and up; Retail Price $29.99

Tornado Tee Golf is an innovative way for kids to play golf. When the activation button is pressed, the golf ball is loaded onto the tee and levitates in the air for about 8 seconds, making it easy and fun for kids to hit the ball. Requires 6 "D" batteries, not included.

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