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Welcome to the 15th annual Toy Insider holiday gift guide, featuring the best toys, games, and gifts for every kid on your holiday shopping list! This holiday season, toys have a really important job: bringing happiness to families during a really tough time. And we’ve chosen LOTS of great items that will do just that, from educational and active toys to family games and craft projects. Our legendary Hot 20 list features the hottest toys of the year that are sure to sell out, so grab them while you can! Plus, we’ve highlighted some of our favorite toys that teach important STEM concepts in our STEM 10 list. From coding robots to science kits, kids Co-Publishers Laurie Schacht and Jackie Breyer, and will have so much fun playing with these toys, they won’t even know Co-Editors Marissa DiBartolo and Ali Mierzejewski they are learning. Sticking to a budget is more important than ever before, and you don’t have to break the bank to have a memorable holiday season. Our 12 Under $12 list of budget-friendly favorites includes some of the hottest toys of the year that offer tons of play value — and all of them are totally accessible at less than $12 each. At the Toy Insider, we eat, sleep, and breathe toys. We are dedicated to making sure you choose the right toys for your kids and family to bring smiles during a time when we really need some fun in our lives. This year might look a little different than we are used to, but we are still working hard to bring you the most up to date news, re iews, and information on what s trending in toys all year long, and you ll find e en more of our favorite picks on thetoyinsider.com. Read product reviews, discover top toy trends, watch fun videos, and enter tons of gi eaways lus, you can find extended info on all the toys in this gift guide and an expanded selection of more than 300 total toy picks online — there’s something for everyone! To complete the magic of the holiday season, we will give away a ROOM FULL of toys to one lucky winner in our annual Toy Insider Holiday Sweepstakes. Three lucky runners-up will also receive great prizes valued at more than $250. Be sure to visit thetoyinsider.com/ti-sweeps-20 to enter to win this epic giveaway, and while you’re there, sign up for our weekly e-newsletter, the Toy Insider Playlist, so you can stay up to date on the latest toy news. The Toy Insider has been your go-to source for toys for 15 years, and we are looking forward to many more to come. ith more than 1 years of combined experience, remember At the oy nsider, we know play
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FISHER-PRICE LAUGH & LEARN GROW-THE-FUN GARDEN TO KITCHEN, 18 MOS+ Pick fruits and vegetables, play with the light-up juicer, spin the honey jar, turn the lights on and off, and more with this two-sided interactive kitchen and garden. Includes more than 30 removable pieces and 125 songs, sounds, and phrases. MATTEL, mattel.com
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Our Toy Insider panel of experts selected these as some of the hottest toys for the holiday season. Whether they’re based on favorite TV show characters, selling out in stores, or just a whole lot of fun, these toys will be at the top of many kids’ wish lists. Every child has different needs and passions, so be sure to consider each age segment and visit our website, thetoyinsider.com, for even more great holiday toys and gifts for kids of all ages.
SPEAK & LEARN PUPPY, 1+ This puppy features head movements, paw buttons, songs, and real-time responses to help teach babies about animals, food, feelings, letters, and numbers. It features three levels of play to grow with babies: babble, talk, and music. LEAPFROG, leapfrog.com
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BLIPPI RECYCLING TRUCK, 3+ This colorful truck features sounds, seven Blippi phrases, and a working lever to collect bins and dispose of the pretend trash. omes with an exclusi e lippi figure. JAZWARES, jazwares.com
BLUE’S CLUES & YOU! DANCE-ALONG BLUE PLUSH, 3+ Press the buttons on Josh’s guitar to activate the plush Blue, who will dance along to music from the show and wiggle her ears. Press the guitar strings to speed up or slow down Blue’s dancing. JUST PLAY, justplayproducts.com
BARBIE COLOR REVEAL SLUMBER PARTY FUN, 3+ This set features multiple layers of unboxing with more than 35 surprises, including Color Reveal Barbie and Chelsea dolls, three Color Reveal Pets, a long-haired wig, slumber party accessories, pet accessories, and more. MATTEL, mattel.com
HEXBUG NANOTOPIA, 3+ Assemble this vibrant nano Flash habitat with snaptogether track pieces and obstacles. Comes with three newly designed, light-up nano Flash that move at twice the speed, plus four additional nanos. HEXBUG, hexbug.com
PINKFONG BABY SHARK DANCING DJ, 3+ Kids can dance along with Baby Shark to seven fun songs and popular remixes. Features Dance Detection technology and three game modes to get kids moving, and even helps teach ABCs and 123s. WOWWEE, wowwee.com
PJ MASKS TRANSFORMING 2 IN 1 MOBILE HQ, 3+ Transform the PJ Masks Seeker into a 3-foot-tall ead uarters featuring fi e le els of play, a lights and sounds control board, drop-down ramps, a ground-level exit ramp, and a cage. ncludes a atboy figure and a Cat-Car. JUST PLAY, justplayproducts.com
RYAN’S WORLD SHADOW WARRIOR NINJA MYSTERY BOX, 3+ his stealth dojo storage case is filled with martial arts themed surprises, including six exclusi e mystery figures, a ninja star spinner, a foam ninja sword, a headband, and more. Kids can be just like Ninja Ryan with this set. BONKERS TOYS, bonkerstoys.com
STAR WARS THE CHILD ANIMATRONIC EDITION, 4+ Touch the top of The Child’s head to activate more than 25 sound and motion combinations. Become the interactive creature’s protector and pretend to harness the power of the Force as The Child closes its eyes, raises its arms, giggles, and more. HASBRO, hasbro.com
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LEGO SUPER MARIO ADVENTURE STARTER COURSE, 6+ Build a level inspired by the Super Mario video games, then play through the level with the interactive LEGO ario figure. ollect coins for your best score, then rebuild to create new challenges. THE LEGO GROUP, lego.com
PRESENT PETS, 5+ This interactive puppy paws its way out of the box for a surprise reveal. Then, it’s ready for play with more than 100 sounds and actions, a wagging tail, games, voice recognition, and more. SPIN MASTER, spinmaster.com
RAINBOW HIGH FASHION DOLLS, 6+ Each of the articulated dolls in the Rainbow High collection — Ruby Anderson, Poppy Rowan, Sunny Madison, Jade Hunter, Skyler Bradshaw, and Violet Willow — comes with two complete outfits and mix and match fashion accessory pieces. MGA ENTERTAINMENT, rainbowhigh.com
SQUEAKEE THE BALLOON DOG, 5+ Squeakee is an interactive balloon dog pet that kids can train and feed. He’ll listen and respond with more than 60 sounds and movements activated by voice commands and multiple touch sensors. MOOSE TOYS, moosetoys.com
ZOE, 6+ This 18-inch doll’s hair is specially designed with curl power. Kids can wash it with real products and style it in different ways, such as puffs and box braids. Zoe empowers kids to learn to love the hair they’re born with. HEALTHY ROOTS DOLLS, healthyrootsdolls.com
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BEYBLADE BURST RISE HYPERSPHERE VORTEX CLIMB BATTLE SET, 8+ This customizable Beystadium has four sections for multiple ways to play. Comes with two Beyblade Burst launchers with Hypersphere battling tops that can climb up ramps and drop in from the Brick Plane for head-to-head collisions. HASBRO, hasbro.com
CHOCOLATE PEN, 6+ Load the pen with real chocolate, then draw, write, and fill the candy molds. he colorful, edible creations harden in minutes and the included warming tray keeps the chocolate melted. SKYROCKET TOYS, chocolate-pen.com
POKÉMON TRADING CARD GAME BATTLE ACADEMY, 8+ he first board game adaptation of the classic Pokémon Trading Card Game makes gameplay an easyto-learn family experience. Two players can battle with the three included 60-card decks, featuring Raichu, Charizard, and Mewtwo. THE POKÉMON CO., pokemon.com
SNAP SHIPS GLADIUS AC-75 DROP SHIP, 8+ Build to battle with the largest and most heavily armed Snap Ship. Follow the instructions to create two different crafts using 124 interchangeable pieces, including an action ready piece. ncludes two pilot figures. PLAYMONSTER, playmonster.com
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KIDIZOOM CREATOR CAM, 5+ This kid-friendly camera features more than 20 animated backgrounds that set the stage for creative videos. It also includes on-screen editing capabilities and comes with a green screen and a tabletop tripod selfie stick. VTECH, vtechkids.com
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5 SURPRISE MINI BRANDS SERIES 2, 5+ More than 160 brands are now miniaturized and collectible. Reveal tiny versions of Kraft Heinz favorites, including Velveeta, Miracle Whip, Jet-Puffed Marshmallows, and more. Each capsule contains four surprise mini brands and one mini shopping accessory. ZURU, zuru.com
BLUME PETAL PETS, 3+ Add water to see the flower bloom and re eal a charm bracelet that kids can wear. hen, open the flower pot to discover one of 12 hidden pets with outrageous hairstyles. Rebloom over and over again. SKYROCKET TOYS, blumedolls.com
BUTTER CLOUDZ CASTLE BUCKET, 4+ The resealable container of slime comes in a variety of s uishable colors and scents. ids can swirl, stretch, and spread the slime, which is safe, non-toxic, and easy to clean up. WECOOL TOYS, wecooltoys.com
CATS VS PICKLES, 4+ Kids can collect more than 40 styles of plush beanie cats including foodie cats, sweet cats, scary cats, and more alongside four uni uely designed, super-rare pickles. They can also download the free companion app for more fun. CEPIA, catsvpickles.com
CURLIGIRLS, 3+ These dolls feature MagiCurl hair that curls instantly when you pull it. url with your fingers or included styling tools, then accessorize with hair clips and beads. Dip the hair in warm water and watch it straighten, then style over again. BASIC FUN!, basicfun.com
GLITTER BURST, 6+ Use the wand to pump, burst, and reveal the glittery collectible hiding inside, each with a magical inner force power. Display the Glitter Burst character plump or use the heart on the wand to deflate it. here are total characters to collect. YULU, yulutoys.com
JUNKBOTS, 3+ Dig through junk to reveal hidden treasures and clues to build one of 36 collectibles. Mix and match pieces to customize your own characters. Animate the bots with a motor or dynamic vibrations and a light-up energy core. HEXBUG, hexbug.com
KITTEN CATFE PURRISTA GIRLS, 3+ hese cat inspired dolls are hidden in a boba cup filled with multiple surprises, such as outfits and accessories. Discover Meowables kitten charms inside a colorchanging boba ball, and use the straw as a stamper. JAKKS PACIFIC, jakks.com
L.O.L. SURPRISE! PRESENT SURPRISE, 6+ Kids can collect 12 party-themed dolls that come dressed in looks inspired by a month of the year. Each doll comes wrapped like a present in a gift package with a bow, tag, and party hat. MGA ENTERTAINMENT, lolsurprise.com
OH! MY GIF — 1-BIT PACK, 6+ This shareable collection of 50 “GIFbit” collectible toy characters represent GIFs, memes, and social media stickers. Six GIFbit teams include #WOW, #FAIL, #SUPP, #GOALS, #CURRENTVIBE, and #BESTIE. Sold separately. MOOSE TOYS, moosetoys.com
RAVEL TALES, 5+ Unwind this yarn ball to uncover 12 surprises, including a collectible plush pet and materials for DIY activities. Kids can create braided charm bracelets, a pet collar, a pillow pet bed, and more. SUNNY DAYS ENTERTAINMENT, sunnydaysent.com
SOMETHING WILD CARD GAMES, 6+ Play numbered and colored Disney character cards to make sets and runs to snag the included op character figure s special power that helps you win the game. Available in Villains, Toy Story, The Little Mermaid, and more. FUNKO GAMES, funko.com
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Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts are vital to kids’ learning development, and hundreds of toys that reinforce these important subjects can now be found on store shelves. From the basics of coding and robotics, to engineering and earth science, the following STEM toys give kids the tools they need for success in the modern world. Best of all? Kids won’t even know that they’re learning.
3D BUILD & PLAY, 4+ Insert a colorful strand of BPA-free, nontoxic material and crank the handle to create custom 3D characters, animals, and more. Includes a themed storybook and backdrops to extend the fun. elps build fine motor skills. 3DOODLER, 3Doodler.com
APOLLO — A GAME INSPIRED BY THE NASA MOON MISSIONS, 12+ Families work together in this cooperative strategy game to get to the moon and back. One player acts as Mission Control while the others play as astronauts. esol e flight stages, repair systems, and complete experiments. BUFFALO GAMES, buffalogames.com
BLOCKAROO, 18 MOS+ These soft, foam, magnetic blocks easily click together, rotate 360 degrees, and always attract each other, creating a multisensory experience for kids. Explore shapes, colors, and frustration-free stacking. They even float in the tub. BLUE MARBLE, thinkbluemarble.com
BOTLEY 2.0 THE CODING ROBOT, 5+ Use the remote programmer to build coding sequences with up to 150 steps, code light shows with Botley’s eyes, or play a game. New features include a light-up sensor and the ability to discover secret codes. LEARNING RESOURCES, learningresources.com
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CRAYOLA STEAM PAPER FLOWER SCIENCE KIT, 7+ Learn about the science of water “wicking” as kids design and create up to 12 colorful paper flowers that can “re-wick” color over and over for a new look. This easy-touse set teaches about physics and capillary action. CRAYOLA, crayola.com
DIY MUSIC MAKER SCIENCE LAB, 5+ Explore the science of pitch, vibration, and acoustics while making a box guitar, a pan flute, and an ocean drum. Features a 36-page, illustrated storybook and activity guide that includes 10 STEM-based activities. HAND2MIND, hand2mind.com
JIMU ROBOT MYTHICAL SERIES: FIREBOT KIT, 8+ Build and code a robotic dragon with the help of the stepby-step, 3D directions found in the free JIMU app. The kit includes everything needed to create the fantasy-inspired robot, which utilizes the Blockly coding platform. UBTECH ROBOTICS, ubtrobot.com
MEGA CYBORG HAND, 7+ Assemble this cyborg hand using more than 200 plastic pieces, then wear the hand to pick up objects using hydraulic power. Adjusts to fit almost all hand sizes and both left and right hands. THAMES & KOSMOS, thamesandkosmos.com
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SCIENCE MAGIC, 8+ Perform 10 science experiments that can also double as magic tricks. Change the color of water, make snow appear instantly, hold a delicate bubble in the palm of your hand, and more. Includes detailed instructions and scientific facts. BLUE MARBLE, thinkbluemarble.com
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CIRCUIT EXPLORER, 5+ This line of kid-friendly, 3D, circuit-building sets allows kids to match the conduits with simple markings to make custom builds with lights, sounds, and motion. These connectable circuit pieces are simple and durable, so kids can play independently. EDUCATIONAL INSIGHTS, educationalinsights.com
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Every day is a new adventure for babies and toddlers, who amaze their parents with their continuous growth and development. For this age range, choose items that stimulate their minds, bodies, and all five senses. Toys that play songs and allow kids to make their own music are big hits with little ones, as are ride-ons and toys that encourage babies to crawl or walk. Seek out toys that offer experimentation with colors, shapes, sounds, and textures. Provide opportunities for hand-eye coordination, motor skills, language recognition, and nurturing. Toys that grow with a child are a plus.
BLUE’S CLUES & YOU! REALLY SMART HANDY DANDY NOTEBOOK, 2+ Talk on the phone with Blue and Josh, check email with Mailbox, and dance to songs inspired by the Nick Jr. series. Features 14 app icons that introduce shapes, colors, counting, health, hygiene, weather, and music. LEAPFROG, leapfrog.com
DIMPL DIGITS, 2+ Kids can touch, squish, pop, and learn with this doublesided sensory toy. The squishy, silicone bubbles feature the numerals 1 through 10, numbers written in English and Spanish, and dots to feel and count. FAT BRAIN TOY CO., fatbraintoys.com
DOLCE PRIMO KANGAROO, 0+ This plush kangaroo includes a baby in its pocket, which contains a shaker egg. The toy also features crinkle ears, rattle rings, squeaking sounds, a Dolce teether, and a peek-a-boo door that reveals a mirror. MAGFORMERS, magformers.com
FISHER-PRICE WALK, BOUNCE & RIDE PONY, 9 MOS+ Babies can walk, bounce, or ride on this grow-with-me pony. It features ABC and 123 music buttons, lights, songs, sounds, phrases, and activities, including a bead roller and apple clackers. MATTEL, mattel.com
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FLEX KART, 2+ This lightweight, electric ride-on is designed for easy storage and portability with front wheels that fold in. It travels up to 2 mph and has a weight limit of 55 pounds. ROLLPLAY, rollplay.com
GO! GO! CORY CARSON CORY’S STAY & PLAY HOME, 2+ Explore every room of Cory Carson’s car-adapted house. Drive through the garage door and place mini characters on the PlayZone to hear unique phrases, songs, and sounds. The SmartPoint location works with any SmartPoint character. VTECH, vtechkids.com
JIGGLE & GIGGLE FISHING SET, 2+ Cast a line into the pretend sea and the bobber will magnetically connect to an animal and light up. The smart fishing pole recognizes each animal s number and color. VTECH, vtechkids.com
LA NEWBORN DELUXE GIFT SET, 2+ This realistic, 12-inch newborn doll is fully poseable and waterproof for bathtime. Includes 25 play accessories, such as a washable diaper, a pacifier, a rattle, a play thermometer, a velcro banana and apple, and more. JC TOYS, jctoys.com
LAMAZE 3-IN-1 AIRTIVITY CENTER, 6 MOS+ The center features blowing air that makes the included sea creatures appear to swim around the perimeter. Add legs to turn it from a floor toy into an acti ity table with lights, sounds, buttons, and storage pockets. TOMY, us.tomy.com/lamaze
LEARN-A-LOT AVOCADOS, 18 MOS+ The four pop-apart avocados feature emoji-style faces that spin and change to help babies identify different emotions. Build color and matching skills with the avocados’ colorful interiors. Also includes a storage crate. LEARNING RESOURCES, learningresources.com
LEGO DUPLO MODULAR PLAYHOUSE, 2+ Teach toddlers about everyday life with this modular set that kids can build as either a tower or a residential house. ncludes parent and child figures, a pet dog figure, and accessories. THE LEGO GROUP, lego.com
MADAME ALEXANDER MY LITTLE GIRL TODDLER DOLL, 2+ This 14-inch baby doll features a soft, fabric body and a molded head and limbs. It includes a comb and a brush for hair styling and is available in three skin tones. MADAME ALEXANDER DOLL CO., madamealexander.com
MY FIRST GUITAR AND MY FIRST SOFT DRUM, 1+ These plush toys introduce melody and musical beats to infants. Each instrument features soft fabrics, metallic accents, and embroidered details. Tap the star to play a series of songs set to flashing lights. old separately. GUND, gund.com
PICK UP & COUNT VACUUM, 2+ Roll the vacuum over 10 dust pieces and the smart sensor will recognize the colors and count the pieces as it picks them up. It features three play modes, six learning games, and three songs. LEAPFROG, leapfrog.com
SESAME STREET ROCK & RHYME ELMO, 18 MOS.+ This soft, plush doll sings songs with unique lyrics in nglish and panish and responds to nose s ueezes with silly honking noises. Kids can strum and sing along with Elmo. HASBRO, hasbro.com
SILLY SKATERS UNICORN INFLATABLE RIDE-ON TOY BY KID TRAX, 1+ ids can ride or push this inflatable unicorn on roller skates, which feature motion-activated LEDs that light up as they roll. The unicorn is made from a soft, rubber material and includes an air pump. KID TRAX TOYS, kidtraxtoys.com
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Preschoolers are ready to take on a new type of play. Encourage imaginative and creative activities with role playing and pretend play. Provide opportunities for active play to exercise their bodies and spirit of adventure. Social and emotional skills are emerging in this age group, so music, arts and crafts, teamwork, and language skills are important to build self-esteem. Toys that teach vocabulary, social skills, and give kids a sense of accomplishment are of the utmost importance. At this age, kids are likely to have favorite characters from movies and T sho s, and toys that re ect these characters are always a hit.
25TH ANNIVERSARY DOODLE BEAR, 3+ This silver anniversary bear includes washable markers kids can use to doodle on the bear, then bring the designs to life using the Doodle Bear Studio app. Wash the bear to start over and doodle again. TOMY, us.tomy.com
THE ANIMAL, 4+ This interactive toy is both truck and beast, featuring glowing eyes, claws, sounds, all-terrain wheels that climb obstacles, and towing/tugging strength. Kids can watch it break out of its box on its own over and over again. SPIN MASTER, spinmaster.com
BABY ALIVE BABY GROWS UP, 3+ With kids’ care, this interactive doll grows 4 inches in size, transforming from a newborn to a baby to a toddler. Reveal one of three surprise dolls with each style — Happy, Sweet, and Dreamy. HASBRO, hasbro.com
BATMAN LAUNCH AND DEFEND R/C BATMOBILE, 4+ Race this R/C vehicle to save the day, then push a button on the remote control to launch the included, exclusive, inch atman figure out of the cockpit and into action. SPIN MASTER, spinmaster.com
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BLUEY FAMILY HOME, 3+ Recreate some of the most memorable moments from the Bluey series in four different rooms: living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. ncludes a luey figure and furniture accessories, and folds up for easy storage. MOOSE TOYS, moosetoys.com
BURPING BOBBY, 4+ Feed Bobby lots of stinky food, then watch real lights and steam burst from his mouth when he burps. The player with the most points after Bobby burps wins this game, which is designed for 2-4 players. GOLIATH GAMES, goliathgames.us
CARE BEARS UNLOCK THE MAGIC INTERACTIVE FIGURES, 4+ hese figures interact with kids and each other with more than 50 reactions and surprises. They sing, tell jokes, share feelings, say funny phrases, move, and light up. Each includes a collectible Care Coin. BASIC FUN!, basicfun.com CAVE CLUB ROCKELLE & TYRASAURUS DOLL & FIGURE, 4+ This prehistoric-themed set features an articulated fashion doll with colorful hair and a dinosaur that two dolls can ride. Includes toy food and hair accessories for the doll and the dinosaur. MATTEL, mattel.com
COCOMELON MUSICAL YELLOW SCHOOL BUS, 3+ This yellow school bus plays the song “Wheels on the Bus” and comes with a figure. As it rolls along, the free-wheeling bus rocks side to side, and the figures sold separately inside move up and down. JAZWARES, jazwares.com
CRAYOLA SCRIBBLE SCRUBBIE PETS GROOMING TRUCK, 3+ Color the two included pets and then wash them clean using the working spray pump. The truck doubles as a storage solution. Includes three Ultra-Clean Washable Markers, a scrub brush, and a scrub tub. CRAYOLA, crayola.com 18
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DESIGNED BY ME: COLOR DECOR DOLLHOUSE, 3+ Customize a dollhouse with a variety of coloring backgrounds and a chimney box of markers. esign a rustic kitchen, a glam bedroom, and other room themes. Includes a removable coloring book, fi e markers, furniture, and pet accessories. KIDKRAFT, kidkraft.com
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DISNEY FROZEN 2 MAGIC IN MOTION ELSA DOLL, 3+ Elsa’s head and mouth move in synchronization with the music as she sings “Show Yourself” from Frozen 2. A light show also displays through her shimmering white dress. JAKKS PACIFIC, jakks.com
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DISNEY JUNIOR MIRA, ROYAL DETECTIVE 10-INCH MIRA DOLL, 3+ This articulated doll based on the Disney Junior series features a magnifying glass necklace that detects hidden patterns on its clothing. Available in two styles: Celebration and Detective, sold separately. JUST PLAY, justplayproducts.com DISNEY PRINCESS STYLE COLLECTION GOURMET SMART KITCHEN, 3+ This interactive play kitchen includes seven feature appliances and more than 30 sounds and phrases for kids to discover. It comes with more than 20 pieces, including cooking utensils, food items, and more. JAKKS PACIFIC, jakks.com FISHER-PRICE IMAGINEXT DC SUPER FRIENDS SUPER SURROUND BATCAVE, 3+ This multilevel Batcave includes fi e exclusi e figures, eight activation points, a working Bat-Signal, and more. Kids can hear more than 200 sounds and phrases through the dual speakers. MATTEL, mattel.com
FISHER-PRICE THOMAS & FRIENDS TALKING THOMAS & PERCY TRAIN SET, 3+ This playset includes motorized Thomas and Percy train engines that talk to each other on the track, which features locations from the island of Sodor. Also includes cargo accessories and Bulstrode the boat. MATTEL, mattel.com
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THE FRESH DOLLS, 3+ These multicultural, 11.5-inch dolls come in a variety of custom-blended skin tones with unique facial features and accurate body sculpting to represent real people. Each doll is articulated and comes with fashionable clothes and shoes. WORLD OF EPI, thefreshdolls.com
FURREAL MAMA JOSIE THE KANGAROO PET, 4+ Unbox all three joeys for a surprise gender reveal. Then, Mama Josie will care for her little ones and play with more than 70 sound and motion reactions. She also does a hopping dance and plays music. HASBRO, hasbro.com
GEOSAFARI JR. WILDLIFE CAMERA, 4+ Robert Irwin’s guiding voice details animal facts and tests kids’ knowledge in quiz mode as they view images of the different animals inhabiting Australia, the Amazonian Rainforest, the Arctic, and more. EDUCATIONAL INSIGHTS, educationalinsights.com
HAIRDORABLES HAIR ART SERIES, 3+ Each doll includes a name barrette with a printed hair art extension, a carrying case, and a trendy look with accessories from two themes: Masquerade Through Time and After School Fun. Collect the ultra-rare doll, Kat Mascot. JUST PLAY, justplayproducts.com
KINDI KIDS SHIVER N SHAKE RAINBOW KATE, 3+ Listen to Kate’s heartbeat with the stethoscope, take her temperature with the thermometer, and soothe her tummy with magic vitamin stars to nurture her back to health. Kate features more than 40 sounds, sensors, and interactive accessories. MOOSE TOYS, moosetoys.com
MAGFORMERS BACKYARD ADVENTURE 61PC, 3+ Build magnetic houses and a playground using geometric shapes that contain magnets that never reject each other. The set also includes characters, playground accessories, and a light up fireplace. MAGFORMERS, magformers.com
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MEALTIME MAGIC, 4+ This interactive doll reacts to the light-up spoon with more than sounds and phrases. The food tray includes 10 foods to mix and match. urp and play with Mia or Maya, then rock her to sleep. A ailable in two skin tones. SPIN MASTER, spinmaster.com
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MONSTER MASH GAME, 4+ Push the button to reveal three picture panels to create your monster. layers must uickly try to find the matching card and gi e it a whack with the included swatter as fast as they can. CRA-Z-ART, cra-z-art.com
MUSHABELLY, 3+ ids can mush, s ueeze, and stretch these beanbag plush to hear them grumble. here are more than 24 characters to collect in three different sizes. JAY@PLAY, jayatplay.com
MY FIRST RUSH HOUR, 3+ Create a new maze in every challenge by strategically placing game pieces using shape and color identification. Thirty challenges offer three increasingly difficult le els. Drive the red hero car out of the maze to win. THINKFUN, thinkfun.com
MYLA’S SPARKLING FRIENDS MIA THE UNICORN, 4+ Mia can change colors, respond with more than 100 magical phrases, and sing along with kids. ake ia on a magical flight, tell her secrets, and style her with matching hair clips that kids can also use themsel es. VTECH, vtechkids.com NINJA KIDS TV GIANT MYSTERY NINJA BALL, 3+ Inspired by the Ninja Kidz TV YouTube channel, this features Ninja Kidz articulated action figures, masks and belts, battle gear, throwing stars, and more. he ball doubles as a storage container and includes a detachable shield. , bliptoys.com
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PEPPA’S SHOPPING MALL, 3+ This three-level playset has a working elevator, a photo booth, a magical dressing room, and a play area. Comes with exclusive Peppa Pig, George Pig, Daddy Pig, and ummy ig figures. JAZWARES, jazwares.com
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PLAY-DOH KITCHEN CREATIONS CANDY DELIGHT PLAYSET, 3+ Fill the top of this playset with Play-Doh, then turn the crank on the candy machine to create pretend gummy bears, candy bars, and chocolate cups. Comes with fi e cans of lay oh. HASBRO, hasbro.com
PLAYMOBIL LARGE HOSPITAL, 4+ Play out a world of medical adventures with this fully furnished hospital playset. The two-story building includes waiting, exam, and operating rooms and comes with four figures, medical devices, patient beds, and other accessories. PLAYMOBIL, playmobil.us RAINBOCORNS SWEET SHAKE SURPRISE, 3+ Discover one of six new character’s sweet scents, a Boo-Boosprinklecorn, the ingredients to create and decorate a slime sweet shake, and more. Press its paw to hear a sweet song or hear it repeat after kids. ZURU, zuru.com
REAL RIGS RECYCLING TRUCK BY KID TRAX, 3+ This ride-on features more than 100 sound effects and songs, nine recyclable accessories, Power Trax rubber traction strip tires, and pushbutton acceleration to go up to 1.5 mph. KID TRAX TOYS, kidtraxtoys.com
REALTREE 24V UTV — PINK, 3+ Load up the front rack and rear cargo storage compartment with everything kids need for an adventure. Features working suspension springs, LED front headlights, a dash-mounted MP3 input, and realistic UTV sounds as kids cruise up to 5 mph. DYNACRAFT, dynacraftwheels.com
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RESCUE TAILS ADOPTABLE PETS, 3+ Each soft, huggable, interactive dog wags its tail, nods its head, and makes realistic puppy sounds. Choose from Dalmatian, Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, or German Shepherd. Each pet includes a wipe-away tear, customizable doghouse, collar, and adoption papers. LITTLE TIKES, littletikes.com
RICKY’S HOUSE ADVENTURE PLAYSET, 3+ Drive the included Ricky Zoom through his house, which also doubles as the Wheelford Rescue Headquarters. Features ramps throughout, a tire-check station, an elevator, and more. The rotating lookout station comes with a telescope to assist rescues. TOMY, us.tomy.com
RYAN’S WORLD COMBO PANDA MYSTERY VEHICLE PLAY SET, 3+ Inspired by the Ryan’s World YouTube channel, kids can join Ryan and his friends as they unbox different mystery boxes. The compartments contain more than 20 surprises, such as vehicles and accessories. JADA TOYS, jadatoys.com
RYAN’S WORLD MYSTERY SPY VAULT, 3+ Use the key to unlock the vault and discover Ryan’s orld surprises, including articulated figures, buildable vehicles, and spy gear. Use the bonus key to unbox a working spy watch inside a hidden compartment. JUST PLAY, justplayproducts.com
SENSORY FIDGET TUBES, 3+ Help children manage their emotions, focus their attention, and practice quiet, calm engagement with four colorful Sensory Fidget Tubes. These securely sealed, easy-to-grip bottles feature a variety of shapes, interactive elements, special effects, and colors. HAND2MIND, hand2mind.com
SMARTY PAD, 3+ This interactive LED tablet features 12 games and an age-appropriate, educator-vetted curriculum. Its motion sensors encourage sensory play, small motor skill development, and critical thinking. Kids can play and learn in English and Spanish. FLYCATCHER INC., flycatcher.toys
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STORY MAGIC TEA PARTY PLAYSET, 4+ This carry case includes a play scene, saucers, teacups, and plates for kids to host a pretend tea party. Fill in the mini-story maker to make up a new story each time. HORIZON GROUP USA, horizongroupusa.com
TONIES, 3+ Pair the soft, 5-inch cube with the hand-painted characters for a screen-free digital listening experience with stories, songs, and more. The starter kit includes a Toniebox and a Creative Tonie, which stores up to 90 minutes of recorded content. TONIES, tonies.us
TRINITY & BEYOND — MYSTERY HEART JEWELRY BOX, 3+ This jewelry box is inspired by the Trinity & Beyond YouTube channel, and features secret storage compartments and a fashion mirror. Reveal three buildable mystery figures, jewelry, hair accessories, charms, and more. BONKERS TOYS, bonkerstoys.com TROLLS WORLD TOUR DJ TROLLEX PARTY MIXER, 3+ Sing along or record your voice using the microphone, then choose from several rhythms, musical loops, sound effects, and character phrases to mix your own creations with the volume and tempo sliders, interactive lights, and “drop the beat” button. EKIDS, ekids.com UP IN & OVER ENERGETIC ELEPHANT BOUNCER, 3+ This indoor/outdoor bouncer easily inflates in minutes thanks to the built-in pump. It features mesh sidewalls for added safety, fun graphics, and elephant ears that move as kids bounce. BESTWAY, bestwaycorp.us
VIP PETS, 3+ Unbox nine surprises and reveal one of 12 fashionistas. The VIP Pets have 12 inches of long hair to style. Wash the pet’s hair to discover its unique look, then dress it up with personalized accessories. IMC TOYS, imctoys.com 32
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Grade-schoolers are expanding their worlds into broad communities of schoolmates and teammates. They are enjoying new experiences as they explore their choices and enhance their abilities. Encourage them to seek out and pursue their passions. Toys and games can help develop an appreciation for science, the arts, strategic and mind-stimulating activities, and spending time with family and friends. Discovery begins to play a much larger role for this age group, and building sets and creative activity toys come into play. These kids are ready to explore and create with their hands and minds.
ANIME HEROES, 5+ hese . inch figures are based on characters from Naruto and Saint Seiya. hey feature more than 1 points of articulation and come with accessories and two additional sets of switchable hands. BANDAI AMERICA, bandai.com
ATOMIC POWER POPPER WITH STICKY TARGET, 5+ end foam popper balls flying up to 2 feet with the easy to use, pump to shoot popper. lace the mo able sticky targets anywhere to create a customized target range. HOG WILD TOYS, hogwildtoys.com
BREAK THE BOARD, 6+ hop, swipe, and strike through 1 increasingly difficult challenges. ractice mo es in rainer mode or compete with up to nine players to see who has the best karate mo es. ix sounds and mo es in reestyle mode. YULU, yulutoys.com
BREYER MANE BEAUTY, 5+ he 1 inch horse styling head comes with a styling booklet, a comb, clips, and other hair accessories that kids can use to style the horse s mane. A ailable in three mane colors blonde, brunette, and white. REEVES INTERNATIONAL, breyerhorses.com
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CUTE GIRLS HAIRSTYLES STYLING HEADS, 6+ Learn to create numerous hairstyles at arious difficulties with the styling head based on the YouTube channel Cute Girls Hairstyles. Creating unique looks is easy with the high-quality nylon hair and multiple accessories. A A , jakks.com
DISCOVERY ART TRACING PROJECTOR, 6+ Use the 12 markers, 32 traceable slides, and 20 blank sheets of paper to learn about the fundamentals of art and composition. The set includes a hidden storage caddy for all of the art supplies. DISCOVERY INC., discovery.com
FGTEEV RAPTAIN HOOK’S SEA WAGON, 6+ Based on FGTeeV’s “Raptain Hook” YouTube music video, the Sea Wagon features figures, noise putty, a booth with light up dance floor, and a built-in microphone and speakers to sing along with Raptain Hook. BONKERS TOYS, bonkerstoys.com GEOMAG 100% RECYCLED PANELS 114 PIECE, 5+ This set includes magnetic rods, panels, and bases made using 100% recycled plastic. It also features a practical, durable, pocket-sized storage box, also made from 100% recycled plastic. GEOMAGWORLD USA, geomagworld.com/en
HATCHIMALS PIXIES CRYSTAL FLYERS, 5+ Each crystal egg houses a grown-up pixie that can really fly indoors as kids guide the flight with their hands. An auto stop feature stops flight if kids accidentally touch the spinning wings. SPIN MASTER, spinmaster.com
HOT WHEELS ULTIMATE GARAGE, 5+ This is the tallest Ultimate Garage ever, featuring parking for up to 100 vehicles and a Robo T. rex nemesis. Take vehicles to the top in the kid-powered, two-car elevator and race them down the multilevel garage. MATTEL, mattel.com 38
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HOW TO BE A PEDIATRICIAN KIT, 6+ This kit includes props to complete fi e hands on acti ities, such as learning about diaper rash, measuring the circumference of a baby s head, and performing an exam. hen complete, kids can graduate and earn the included diploma. A , littlemedicalschool.com
INSTA STUDIO HANDS-FREE VIDEO STATION, 5+ hoot hands free ideos with the help of the adjustable arm that attaches to your phone. ncludes trendy backgrounds, useful tools, four compounds, and sparkly mix ins to create nsta worthy slime ideos. , wecooltoys.com
ITTY BITTY PRETTYS, 5+ e eal one of 1 fashionable tty itty rettys dolls or a super rare oyal ea doll. arious sized sets feature e erything kids need for surprise tea parties, including fizzing sugar cubes that re eal accessories and stylish collectibles. , zuru.com
JIXELZ CREATOR, 6+ ids can use the included book of design templates to make animals, objects, and more with , precision cut micro jigsaw pieces in 2 colors. lus, kids can draw their own designs with the pre jixelated graph paper. A A ., fatbraintoys.com
JUST MY STYLE ALL-IN-ONE JEWELRY CARRY CASE, 6+ acked with a ariety of cording and beads, kids can create colorful bracelets that are uni uely detailed with patterns, monograms, and fun textures. omes with directions to learn different bracelet making techni ues. A, horizongroupusa.com
LASER X REVOLUTION, 6+ urn the backyard into a laser tag arena and blast opponents up to feet away — inside or outside, in darkness or sunlight — with uick slide reload. hoose from more than 2 different colors to light up your blaster. A A , getlaserx.com
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LEGO CITY OCEAN EXPLORATION BASE, 7+ Build this undersea exploration base, which includes interchangeable li ing, sleeping, and research modules and a detachable submarine. ncludes fi e explorer figures, shark and stingray figures, and accessories. THE LEGO GROUP, lego.com LEGO DOTS MEGA BRACELET PACK, 6+ Kids can customize friendship bracelets using the fi e adjustable bands and 295 assorted tiles. Includes a sorting tray with di iders. Make, wear, and share with this easy, creati e craft project. THE LEGO GROUP, lego.com
LITTLE LIVE PETS GOTTA GO FLAMINGO, 5+ Feed Gotta Go Flamingo his special food and watch his neck jiggle and wiggle as he swallows. When he proclaims, “uh oh, gotta go!” grab the included toilet to catch his squishy, neon poop. MOOSE TOYS, moosetoys.com
L.O.L. SURPRISE! CLUBHOUSE PLAYSET, 6+ Unbox more than 40 surprises in the ultimate hangout for L.O.L. Surprise! Dolls and Boys. The three-story modular playset includes multiple play zones, furniture, accessories, and two dolls. MGA ENTERTAINMENT, lolsurprise.com
MAKE IT MINE MAKE YOUR OWN COMIC BOOK, 5+ Design three custom comic books with this set, which comes with double-point markers, stamps, stickers, and more. Practice reading and writing skills, and follow along with the how-to-draw guide for inspiration. HORIZON GROUP USA, horizongroupusa.com MICRO MACHINES SUPER VAN CITY, 5+ This updated take on a classic transforms from Super Van to Super City and includes a working bridge, a construction site, a high-rise building, a drag strip, and ramps. It connects to other playsets and includes three icro achines ehicles. JAZWARES, jazwares.com
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MIX AND MASH DELUXE SLIME KIT, 5+ reate sparkly, bead filled slime in a ariety of colors. ombine stretchy, bouncy slime with confetti, foam beads, and more for uni ue creations. ncludes se en types of slime, four foam mix ins, and four confetti mix ins. WECOOL TOYS, wecooltoys.com
MY FAIRY GARDEN LIGHT GARDEN, 5+ ids can grow real plants around a fairy house that lights up like magic when kids blow on it. he lighted house sits atop a rocky base within the garden area. ncludes a affron fairy and a unicorn figure. PLAYMONSTER, playmonster.com
NA! NA! NA! ULTIMATE SURPRISE, 5+ ach 11 inch a a a teen fashion doll features an e en bigger confetti balloon unboxing experience. ids can pop the balloons to re eal fashions and accessories they can mix and match to create more than 12 looks. A A , nananasurprise.com
NASCAR CRASH CIRCUIT ROAD COURSE WITH WINNER’S CIRCLE, 5+ ace the two included motorized race cars that break apart upon impact around the one of a kind o al track. he set features a inner s ircle that really spins, two flash chargers, pit crew figures, and more. FAR OUT TOYS, farouttoys.com
NIGHTHAWK NEXGEN, 6+ he next generation ighthawk ride on features a new uick release folding system for storage, with the same foot throttle and lean to steer control as before. t can safely hold up to 11 pounds and tra els up to mph. ROLLPLAY, rollplay.com
NINJA BOTS, 6+ Arm these bots with silly weapons and train them using hand gestures. he bots can face off in 1 battle styles. et includes two bots, each with more than 1 sounds and mo ements. A , spinmaster.com
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PIZZA PARTY THROWDOWN, 6+ Players have 30 seconds to toss their color-coded ingredients onto the rotating pizza gameboard using the pizza chef launcher game piece. Three different challenges offer arious le els of difficulty for up to four players. HOG WILD TOYS, hogwildtoys.com PLAYMOBIL RC CRANE WITH BUILDING SECTION, 5+ This functioning crane can hoist building materials up and down and rotate 360 degrees. The crane comes with two figures, a remote control, accessories, and a building section that kids can combine with other sets. PLAYMOBIL, playmobil.us
PLUS-PLUS GO! STREET RACING SUPER SET, 7+ This building set comes with more than 900 colorful, sameshape Plus-Plus pieces, along with wheels, baseplates, and instructions to build two street racer hot rods and a police cruiser. Build, customize, and race the finished cars. PLUS-PLUS, plus-plus.us
POWER TREADS, 5+ Easily build the all-surface vehicle, then create a custom course using the modular track set. Track pieces are interchangeable and can be placed far apart or close together. Add obstacles using any household items. WOWWEE, wowwee.com
ROBLOX ADOPT ME: PET STORE, 6+ Take over the counter of this pet store inspired by DreamCraft’s Adopt Me! game in Roblox. The set comes with three figures, accessories, arious animal figures, and a redeemable code to unlock an exclusive, in-game item. JAZWARES, jazwares.com
SOLARBOTS: 8-IN-1 SOLAR ROBOT KIT, 6+ This kit includes materials to build eight robots powered by the sun. A compact solar panel harvests energy from the sun and powers an electric motor to move a drummer robot, an armadillo robot, and more. THAMES & KOSMOS, thamesandkosmos.com 46
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SWINGIN’ SHOES, 6+ Take turns tossing the rubbery horseshoes and try to ring them onto the suspended pole and platforms while they swing. Land a Sitter, a Ringer, or score extra points by getting one to hang from one of the platforms. FAT BRAIN TOY CO., fatbraintoys.com
TAMAGOTCHI ON WONDER GARDEN, 6+ Tamagotchi On expands with a Wonder Garden theme. The newest version features an updated home screen and room, plus millions of characters. Kids can play games, explore new virtual lands, and connect with friends. Perfect for on-the-go fun. BANDAI AMERICA, tamagotchi.com TREASURE X SUNKEN GOLD SHARK’S TREASURE, 5+ Break open the bottle packaging to release a giant shark, then dissect its belly to rescue the treasure hunter trapped inside. Kids will also uncover a hidden treasure chest with a chance to find real gold. MOOSE TOYS, moosetoys.com WREKKIN’ SLAMBULANCE, 6+ This vehicle features more than eight breakaway pieces for bumper-to-bumper destruction. Push the license plate on the bumper to make the spring-loaded stretcher launch out of the back. Has room for action figures (not included). MATTEL, mattel.com
ZURU SMASHERS DINO ICE AGE SURPRISE, 5+ Follow the map through compounds to piece together one of three exclusive creatures — Ice Raptor, Blizzard-dactyl, or Frozen Mammoth — after smashing the giant blue egg. Features collectible Smashers and more than 25 icy surprises. ZURU, zuru.com
WUBBLE RUMBLERS, 6+ Kids can bop and chop with these inflatable, o ersized play fighting accessories, sold separately. Slip on Furious Fist and Karate Chop for punches and high fi es, and battle it out with Full Nelson and Air Ninja. Includes an air pump. NSI INTERNATIONAL, wubbleball.com 48
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BYE, FELICIA!, 12+ layers must list as many answers in a category as they can in 30 seconds. The topics are random, such as oods ou at with etchup. hen someone has an answer that doesn t match another player, they ll hear ye, elicia A , biggcreative.com
COOL MAKER HOLLYWOOD HAIR STUDIO, 8+ ecorate a hair ribbon using the included markers or printed designs, then run it through the studio to transform it into a wearable hair extension. tyle the extension with the included no heat curling iron and spray bottle. A , spinmaster.com
CRAFT-TASTIC ALL ABOUT ME QUIZ BRACELETS, 8+ ids answers to the se en uizzes in the 1 page uiz book will guide their selection of thread, beads, and charms to create indi idualized bracelets. ncludes 1 pieces to make se en uni ue bracelets. A A , annwilliamsgroup.com
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Whether online or in person, socializing is a key activity for kids in this age group. While tweens are comfortable with technology and the digital world, they also enjoy playing games, being creative, and being active. Provide opportunities for them to try new things both on their own and with their peers. Toys that teach a new skill — whether it’s DIY crafting or programming — get kids thinking in different ways, helping to expand their minds and abilities. Parents and caregivers are still key role models for this age group, so remain present and involved in their passions.
BIG BOGGLE, 8+ The family-favorite for more than 30 years is back and bigger than e er. or the first time, a ouble etter cube makes it easier to form aluable words. eatures more cubes and letters than the original game. , winning-moves.com
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DEER PONG, 8+ eams race to be the first to land three balls in ucky the tag s antler cups. he wise cracking deer s mouth mo es as he trash talks players, tells jokes, and plays music. A , hasbro.com
DRONE HOME, 8+ n this game that includes a real drone, players launch aliens down the ramps, racing to land inside the drone so they can fly home. pponents try to knock each other out before the drone launches. A , playmonster.com
GEMEX GEL CREATION STUDIO, 8+ ids can use this kit to make crystal creations and sparkling gel jewelry, including bracelets, necklaces, and rings. lace the gel in a special container with a magic light to make hardened, sparkling jewelry in minutes. A A , cra-z-art.com
GO GO BIRD, 8+ his realistic bird can fly up to 1 feet in the air, perform aerial tricks, and more. eatures a six axis sensor, obstacle a oiding technology, a lightweight design, and a wireless remote control. ZING, zing.toys
HANDS FULL, 8+ rab, twist, and tangle with the ands ull game, featuring three different play modes. aster mo es solo, play together with friends, or get competiti e and see who can be the last one holding on. , wowwee.com
INCOHEARENT FAMILY EDITION, 12+ n this family friendly ersion of ncohearent, players compete to guess the gibberish. he first player to decode 1 ncohearent phrases wins the game. A , whatdoyoumeme.com 50
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEMI-PRECIOUS DIG KIT, 8+ Discover 15 genuine gemstones, including opal, garnet, peridot, aquamarine, and more. Use the included excavation tool and brush to excavate the gems, then discover details of each specimen with the included magnifying glass. BLUE MARBLE, thinkbluemarble.com NEW BRIGHT RC 1:8-SCALE APP DRIVER RADIO CONTROL FORD BRONCO, 8+ Drive this rugged, 22-inch, 2.4GHz R/C truck using the included joystick-style transmitter or the free New Bright App Driver app, which unlocks additional features like speed, light and sound controls, and music options. NEW BRIGHT INDUSTRIAL, newbright.com PAPER MARIO: THE ORIGAMI KING, 8+ Players help Mario and his new partner Olivia battle evil Folded Soldiers, repair the damaged landscape, and try to free Princess Peach’s castle from the clutches of King Olly in this new adventure for Nintendo Switch. NINTENDO, papermario. nintendo.com PLINKO, 8+ Play The Price Is Right’s most popular game at home. Earn Plinko chips by playing pricing games, then take turns stepping up to the 26-inch Plinko board and dropping your chips to score. BUFFALO GAMES, buffalogames.com
SNAP CIRCUITS MYHOME, 8+ Build a house or tower with working, circuits to find out how power gets to your house, travels in your walls, and more. Explore security systems, automatic lights, alarms, generators, motors, and more. ELENCO, elenco.com
STAR WARS THE MANDALORIAN THE CHILD BLUETOOTH SPEAKER, 8+ This Bluetooth speaker features the adorable character from The Mandalorian series and has powerful speaker volume and bass. It also has a rechargeable battery and is compatible with all Bluetooth devices. EKIDS, ekids.com 52