The Best Toys of 2006 – Young Teen
Marshmallow Shooter
Manufacturer: Marshmallow Fun Company
Ages: 12 and up
Suggested Retail Price: $24
What it is
Move over potato gun, there's a new food launcher in town! The unique Marshmallow Shooter is easy to use and can launch 10 small marshmallows more than 30 feet thanks to its pump-action feature.
Why it's fun
What's not to love about a toy that shoots marshmallows? The Shooter delivers all the fun of a water blaster without the wetness, which makes it perfect for indoor play. Sure you can purchase a blaster that shoots foam pellets but there is something rewarding (Willy Wonka goes commando!) about shooting marshmallows.
Who's going to love it
This is a fun toy for both boys and girls of all ages. Keep in mind that it is not intended for kids under age 12.
What to be aware of
While the Marshmallow Shooter has the capability to launch marshmallows up to 30 feet, it is also designed to be safe and won't cause harm when kids shoot each other - which we know they will do. We tested the Shooter here in the office shooting people all day, and most adults said they barely felt the marshmallow hit them.
The Marshmallow Shooter comes with special soft-foam pellets, which can also be used in place of marshmallows.
The Marshmallow Shooter is part of the Marshmallow Fun Company's line of edible entertainment products. Other items in this line include the Marshmallow Blaster (propels large marshmallows) and the Marshmallow Blower (for stealth attacks).
And of course, if you don't want your child shooting any kind of toy, this is not the right choice for your family.
