Fisher Price Elmo’s Tickle Hands

September 9, 2009 by Christmas Gifts
Filed under Best Preschooler Toys

Play "Tickle Monster" in a new way with Elmo's Tickle Hands from Fisher Price. Modeled after the hands of the favorite Muppet mascot, these furry red gloves are designed for the tiniest hands. Designed for kids aged 18 months for four years, the right glove shakes when you tickle someone, giving kids a new experience as they play. The hands even play a song, and come with an exclusive DVD that teaches your kids how to do the accompanying dance.

Elmo's Tickle Hands

Ages:

Requires:

2 "AA" batteries (included)

What We Think

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The Good: Soft, gentle gloves perfectly suited for tickling.

The Challenging: Tickle sensor/vibrator is located only on one hand; somewhat limited use.

In a Nutshell: An interactive toy for young children that will encourage them to move and dance.

These soft, furry mittens are ideal for tickling.
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Soft and Comfortable Design
With these mittens on, your child can feel just like Elmo. The gloves are sized for children from two to four years of age, and are quite flexible. Crafted from polyester fabric and coated in a soft, fluffy, red "fur," the gloves have a feathery texture, which makes them ideal for tickling. However, if they get dirty, do not throw them in the washing machine; the material is made for surface washing only.

When touched to a surface, the right glove gently vibrates. It also plays back a variety of phrases from Elmo, including his signature laugh. Buyers should be aware that only the right glove has these special electronic features; the left hand is simply a mitten. Still, the toy should succeed in providing hours of ticklish fun.

Tickling with a Groovy Twist
Elmo's Tickle Hands also come with an exclusive DVD that features a dance lesson on how to perform Elmo's brand new dance -- the "Tickle Hand Groove." This is a simple dance that children will be able to learn with ease.

The DVD is hosted by Elmo, himself, and has all the charm of any Sesame Street feature. Kids will find the accompanying song upbeat and danceable. The song can be played at any time by pressing the image of Elmo's face on the right glove.

What's in the Box
Two tickle hands and instructional dance DVD.

Kids will love learning how to do Elmo's brand new dance -- the "Tickle Hand Groove."

Fisher Price Elmo's Tickle Hands
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Customer Reviews (7)

List Price:	$29.99
Brand:	Fisher-Price
Model:	P4385

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Product Description

Elmo's Tickle Hands

Ages:

Requires:

2 "AA" batteries (included)

What We Think

Fun factor:

Durability:

Ease of assembly:

These soft, furry mittens are ideal for tickling.
View larger.

What's in the Box
Two tickle hands and instructional dance DVD.

Kids will love learning how to do Elmo's brand new dance -- the "Tickle Hand Groove."

Product Details

Spread the fun with Elmo’s Tickle Hands
These big, furry red Elmo hands (featuring Elmo’s face) fit over kids’ hands for interactive, giggling fun
When they touch a surface to tickle, the hands vibrate and kids will hear fun phrases from Elmo and of course, his signature giggle
When your child puts on a pair, they’ll laugh, they’ll giggle and they’ll dance to an all new song — the Tickle Hand Groove
The Hands come with a fun DVD that teaches kids how to do the new dance, step by step with Elmo

Customer Reviews

2+ year old loves it

Review Date: October 20, 2009

Reviewer: GrandmaGifts, CT

she is a big Elmo fan. Plays with this often. Follows dance and exercise instructions. Loves the hands.

Cute but I see it getting old really quick.

Review Date: October 22, 2009

Reviewer: Contrary2, Metairie, LA USA

My little one HAD to have tickle hands for her 3rd birthday. She seems to like them well enough but as with many toys I don't see this one having much staying power. It comes with a dvd that has Elmo singing his little song and a dance to go with the tickle hands but she loves going tickle everyone in the room with them. One hand is just cloth while the other has the box in it where the music comes from. Don't get accidently hit with the one with the music box in it...it'll hurt. Also the dog might not be so happy with the tickle hands (same goes for the cat). So if your child has heavy hands...I'd look for a different toy.

cute toy would be nicer if...

Review Date: September 10, 2009

Reviewer: N J Carol, New Jersey

This is a cute musical toy, but would be nicer if BOTH hands (gloves) "tickeled". The description does tell you that only one hand sings and tickles, but it is still kind of strange to have one that does nothing at all. My 19 month old will probably ignore the non-active hand, unless one of us uses it with him while he is playing with the active one. Maybe older tots, who watch Elmo, will put on both gloves and dance with the musical DVD included.

An Adult's Review on Elmo

Review Date: October 17, 2009

Reviewer: Bruce A. Gray,

I purchased this product in order to give it away as a fundraiser. I looked it over and saw simply a toy; a toy that would bring joy to a child's face, but little educational value except learning about sharing (which is a good thing). When I received it, I was surprised at the simplicity of the product. If this toy will be "the" toy in 2009, I would have to admit I would never have guessed it. Being an adult, I guess this makes sense. The kids that will benefit from this toy will be grateful and thrilled; that's all that matters anyway, not what some adult thinks!

VA, Virginia Beach

Review Date: September 10, 2009

Reviewer: Marie, Virginia Beach, VA

I bought this product thinking that both of the hands move but only one hand wiggles and plays the music.
I wasn't to happy so I returned the product.