Australian toymaker TPF Toys is making a big splash for its U.S. debut with the introduction of Splashlings TM , a new collectible mermaid- themed toy line, invented by the famed Pound Puppies ® creator, Mike Bowling. Launching exclusively at Toys “R” Us ® U.S stores, Splashlings is a beautiful line of mermaid characters and their friends. The Splashlings toy line features An Ocean Full of Friends TM , including a special group of mermaids and shells, as well as more than 100 pets, underwater gems, and treasures for Kids to collect and play with!

An all-new animated Splashlings digital series from Shaftesbury, the creator and producer of hit kids’ series including Life with Derek, will debut simultaneously. Splashlings collectible cards are also planned with Upper Deck for later this year.

We are thrilled to launch Splashlings exclusively with Toys “R” Us, said Giles Musker, Managing Director of TPF Toys. “We believe that kids will be immersed in this underwater world and love collecting Splashlings, a product line based on Mermaids and friends, a time-honored play theme in toys and entertainment.

Playsets

Coral Treasure Park – What do Mermaids do when they are not swimming in the ocean? Head to Coral Treasure Park, for endless play on slides, swings and more! The set includes a Mermaid, two Splashlings TM Pets, and one inner tube. Ages 5+, SRP $19.99

Medical Center Playset – At times, Mermaids and An Ocean Full of Friends need a little nurturing medical care. The Medical Center Playset, packaged with two Splashing Pets, helps get Splashlings TM friends cured and ready for more fun. Ages 5+, SRP: $14.99

Splashlings Mermaids Assortments

Start the Splashlings TM collection with a collectible assortment! The Mermaid 12-pack includes a Mermaid, seven Splashlings TM (plus two ‘hidden’ Splashings) and two seashells. Ages 5+, SRP: $9.99 The Mermaid 6-pack assortment includes 1 mermaid, four Splashings and one seashell. Ages 5+, SRP: $5.99