The weather is starting to warm up and summer is right around the corner, so what does that mean?  It's time for the big summer blockbusters to start hitting theaters!  Movie licenses are a huge part of the toy industry and are really what keep the shelves fresh.  Last year rocked because of Transformers....this year we have Batman, Indiana Jones, Star Wars Clone Wars, Kung Fu Panda, Ironman, Hulk, Wall-E.  The list goes on and on.  One of the first big theatricals will be on May 9th, kicking off the summer with Speed Racer.

The movie was done by the due that brought us the Matrix trilogy.  It's amazing CGI that really brings you into the world of Speed.  There's a great cast, a lot of action, and plenty of cool cars that translate well into toys...of course!  The toys are in Wal-Mart stores now- everything from cars, track sets, role play, action figures and more. 

In addition to killer graphics and amazing action, you will walk away with a warm fuzzy feeling from the message in the movie.  Is it better to win the right way or cheat to win?  Hope I didn't give away the ending!

Go Speed, Go!!

Since Easter is right around the corner, the Easter bunny will soon be coming out of hiding. 

His first pre-holiday appearances will be at your local Wal-Mart store on March 15th, 16th, 21st and 22nd from 10:00am-2:00pm.  It always amazes me how the Easter bunny and Santa Claus can be so many places at the same time!  Take the kids and get a free 5x7 family photo from the photo center to commemorate the occasion.

Check out the the toy department while you're there- we have a lot of fun items to fill up the Easter baskets.  There's a great selection of produts for just $1- baton bubble sticks, sidewalk chalk, jumpropes, frisbees.  You can also find the hottest brands like Transformers, Littlest Pet Shop, Cars, Hananh Montana, Nerf, Hotwheels, and much more.

Don't forget to mark your calendars for the Easter bunny visit and remember that Easter comes early this year!