Elmo Live revs up for Christmas
Remember Elmo Live? He's that quirky little animatronic toy whose sales went through the roof last Christmas. It looks like he's set to have another bumper year in 2009 as, according to reports, the number of internet searches for Elmo have been showing an upwards trend as we edge nearer to Christmas. I know there's still about 154 days to go but it'll be here before you know it!
So what makes Elmo so special? For a start, he's one of the central characters in that timeless childrens series, Sesame Street (just going starry eyed as I remember my youthful days! In fact, the character was so popular that he even had his own spin off series.
The first Elmo Toy that was released hit the market way back in 1996. It was called Tickle Me Elmo and when you did, he would shake and laugh.
Tens years and, following Tickle Me Elmo's success, the follow up was released; Tickle Me Elmo Extreme. Pretty much the same as the original except that he'd laugh and beg for you to stop tickling whilst he rolled around on the floor.
The latest version, Elmo Live, has a number of new features that appeal to kids:
* Elmo 'speaks' - his mouth opens and closes just like the real muppet.
* He waves his arms, sits and stands, even crosses his legs.
* One feature that seems to keep children captivated is Elmo's story telling - he even jokes, singing songs and plays games.
* Head bobbles back and forth as he speaks.
* All the interactions can be activated by a tickle or a squeeze of Elmo’s foot, tummy, back or nose.
Sure, it's a toy that will probably drive parents nuts but Elmo Live looks set to be another Christmas best seller.
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