One or more embodiments disclosed herein relate generally to flotation devices, and more specifically to modular flotation devices with a mechanism to removably attach to other modular devices. In one embodiments, an apparatus includes a first flotation module and a first connector coupled to the first flotation module. The first connector has a first end portion, a second end portion and a sidewall extended from the first end portion to the second end portion. The sidewall defines a plurality of circumferentially defined stepped portions configured to matingly engage a second connector of a second flotation module to couple the first flotation module to the second flotation module. The first connector is selectively operative as one of a female connector or a male connector with respect to the second connector.

A bath accessory as a combination bath toy and accessory holder is provided. A body has an animal shape with a head and a torso, and includes: a cavity in an underside of the torso extending only partially into the torso; at least one hole in the torso, the at least one hole extending from a top of torso into the cavity; and the cavity and the at least one holes defining at least one open pathways through all of the torso to receive accessories. A base has a top support surface and at least one first protrusion extending upward from the top surface and adapted to engage the cavity when the body is lowered onto the base. At least one open pathway in combination with the top support surface of the base define at least one accessory holder.

A bath accessory as a combination bath toy and accessory holder is provided. A body has an animal shape with a head and a torso, and includes: a cavity in an underside of the torso extending only partially into the torso; at least one hole in the torso, the at least one hole extending from a top of torso into the cavity; and the cavity and the at least one holes defining at least one open pathways through all of the torso to receive accessories. A base has a top support surface and at least one first protrusion extending upward from the top surface and adapted to engage the cavity when the body is lowered onto the base. At least one open pathway in combination with the top support surface of the base define at least one accessory holder.

An inflatable object has a curved section, and an improved valve featuring a flexible chute that has an inner edge connected to said inflatable object and is rollable and unrollable between a rolled-up closed position and an unrolled open position. The inner edge is connected to said inflatable object along said curved section at a location and orientation operable to use pressure inside said inflatable object to resist unrolling of said flexible chute from the rolled-up closed position, thereby imparting a self-locking functionality to the valve.

An inflatable object has a curved section, and an improved valve featuring a flexible chute that has an inner edge connected to said inflatable object and is rollable and unrollable between a rolled-up closed position and an unrolled open position. The inner edge is connected to said inflatable object along said curved section at a location and orientation operable to use pressure inside said inflatable object to resist unrolling of said flexible chute from the rolled-up closed position, thereby imparting a self-locking functionality to the valve.

An inflatable pool, beach or garden toy is described, the toy comprising an inflatable body; at least one valve disposed on the inflatable body; and a sound generator optionally comprising recorded media. Methods of manufacturing and inflatable pool, beach or garden toy are also described.

An inflatable pool, beach or garden toy is described, the toy comprising an inflatable body; at least one valve disposed on the inflatable body; and a sound generator optionally comprising recorded media. Methods of manufacturing and inflatable pool, beach or garden toy are also described.

A fluid throwing apparatus with a base that is made from substantially fluid-tight flexible material. A handle is attached to the base, at least a portion of the handle being flexibility, which when attached to the base causes the base to form into a cup or scoop shape when it is at least partially filled with a fluid. When thrown, the fluid is carried by the base and then released. In another embodiment the edge/rim of the base could be attached to a player and, when thrown, the attachment would pull back on an edge/rim of the base to release the fluid.

A fluid throwing apparatus with a base that is made from substantially fluid-tight flexible material. A handle is attached to the base, at least a portion of the handle being flexibility, which when attached to the base causes the base to form into a cup or scoop shape when it is at least partially filled with a fluid. When thrown, the fluid is carried by the base and then released. In another embodiment the edge/rim of the base could be attached to a player and, when thrown, the attachment would pull back on an edge/rim of the base to release the fluid.

A floatable toy, including a toy body and a skeleton. The toy body is provided with a receiving cavity and a first opening. The skeleton passes through the first opening and is located in the receiving cavity. The skeleton is provided with a first engaging portion on which a clamping groove is provided. The clamping groove is adapted to the first opening, and the toy body engages with the clamping groove in a snap fit through the first opening to fixedly connect the toy body and the skeleton, thereby sealing the receiving cavity. In this way, the toy body and the skeleton are connected and fixed in a detachable manner, the receiving cavity is opened or closed by the skeleton. Therefore, the interior of the floatable toy can be cleaned.