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Aurora World Inc.’s “Talking Lamb Chop” Puppet Wins 2005 Greatest Products iParenting Media Award
Sixth iParenting Media Award in Three Years For World’s Leading Manufacturer and Distributor
Pico Rivera, CA – November 7, 2005 – Aurora World Inc.’s (Aurora) Talking Lamb Chop Puppet has won iParenting Media’s 2005 Greatest Products Award. Talking Lamb Chop Puppet exceeded the highest production standards as evaluated by a diverse panel of iParenting Media’s reviewers. Large and small manufacturers of children’s media and juvenile products submitted thousands of items to iParenting and only a handful was chosen to receive the prestigious award seal. Thanks to Aurora, Shari Lewis' Lamp Chop is still entertaining kids and adults after more than 40 years.
Paul Roche, Senior VP of Sales at Aurora says, “We are so pleased to win and graciously accept yet another iParenting Media Award. Our products stand out from the crowd, and we strive to make high quality and affordable gifts and toys that demonstrate excellence in their product categories.” Aurora is officially a certified iParenting award-winning vendor. “Most puppets do not talk, so that’s a plus for our little lovable Lamb Chop. Pretending it’s real or make believe, the familiar puppet encourages kids to play with each other,” Roche adds. Teens and adults also appreciate Lamb Chop as a retro item. For example, Lamb Chop is sold at such trendy stores as “Hot Topic.”
Lamb Chop, one of the most recognizable puppets of all time, is manufactured by Aurora World Inc., along with a number of other licenses including Pink Panther and Gumby and Pokey. For a suggested retail price is $14.99, adults and kids alike can bring Lamb Chop to life with the adorably cute, life-like puppet. Talking Lamb Chop says nine phrases including, "What's your name?" and "I really need a hug." Floppy ears and flirty eyelashes add to the overall appeal of this lovable lamb.
About Aurora
Aurora World, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and supplier of affordable, high quality toys and gifts. Aurora’s name reflects its growing influence in the worldwide marketplace, as well as its international manufacturing, R&D and distribution resources. Low prices, high quality and extreme variety are hallmarks of Aurora’s success. Founded in 1992, the U.S. company has ascended quickly to become a respected leader in the world’s toy and gift industry. The company sells its products via a wide variety of retailers including major zoos (a fast growing market), department stores such as Mervyns and Neiman Marcus, high-end toy stores such as Learning Express, top gift chains such as Hallmark, Claire’s and Hot Topic, as well as hospital gift shops, fine florists, candy stores and gift/stationary stores worldwide.
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