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Exclusive Preview: Schleich's Hot, New Toys for 2010

An Exclusive Look at 10 New Figures That Aren't Available Anywhere

From , former About.com Guide

Schleich (pronounced SCH-LIKE) is celebrating is 75th year of making top-quality, hand-painted figures of animals, people, buildings and accessories. Rated for children 3 and up, (because some of the toys are tiny and could pose a choking hazard) Schleich's unique figures are special for many reasons.

First, they are incredibly detailed and realistic, from the stitching on Marween's stockings to the laces in the carriage driver's shoes.

No batteries are required. These toys are silent and durable and they fit in a diaper bag.

Schleich figures can be played with everywhere, by children who speak any language or have any sort of disability. They are used in therapeutic environments to help kids with special needs and they appear in restaurants and waiting rooms around the world.

We are privileged to get to share these special toys in an exclusive first look, allowing Toys.About.com readers to see some of Schleich's hot, new toys for 2010 before they are even available in stores.

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Schleich Zebra PlaneWow. That's big!Schleich's New Female Great Dane FigureSchleich's New Yellow Labrador Figure
Schleich Pug PuppiesSchleich Pony CarriageSchleich Stable GirlSchleich Noctis
Marween Is a Beautiful Elf from a Fantasy World

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