Matchbox: Rocky the Robot Truck
© 2009 Mattel, Inc.
Designed by the same team that created the robotics for Tickle-Me-Elmo, here comes a talking, joking robotic truck that has the ability stand up and know if he is carrying something in his bucket. Children push a button on his smokestack to hear one of 100 random phrases, such as "Let's get to work" and "Great job, Champ!" In another mode, he stands up on his back wheels and dances to your hand claps, which can be heard . Rocky goes to sleep after a few minutes or after a period of inactivity, to save his four C batteries, which are included. Note that this is not an RV type of vehicle that can be driven around. In addition, don't even think of taking it to the beach, or any damp environment. This toy is definitely a head turner, but leaves little to the imagination. Good luck trying to explain that idea to your three-year-old.
$60, Smart Toy
Teaches: music
CTR Rating: 70%