So what’s on the list? There’s tech, home decor, beauty items, and lots of toys. Yes, we know parents are in back-to-school mode , but it’s never too early to start planning. Last year’s predicted list was hot , featuring items like unicorn games, LOL Pets, and veterinary kits. This year, there are classics and new, culturally relevant ones as well. We’re talking a Baby Shark puppet and Buzz Lightyear gear to the classic Pictionary game (with a twist) and a Paw Patrol jet.
Also on the list are toys that combine “real-life” play and smart screen ones. The Little Genius iPad game syncs with physical flashcards. There’s also games that have modern twists on them, like Pictionary Air which syncs with an app. One STEM-oriented game even teaches kids how to code using figurines and a book — no computer necessary. Kids will be able to learn something new while still “playing” with a toy.
Check out the items below and purchase now or hold on tight for those holiday gift lists to come in.
LeapFrog LeapBuilders ABC Smart House
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Calling all future architects: This LeapFrog toy allows little ones to build a house in real life. It talks when different shapes are fit into their place to help the kiddo learn letters and numbers.
WowWee Pinkfong Baby Shark Official Song Puppet
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Paw Patrol, Super Paws, 2-in-1 Transforming Mighty Pups Jet Command Center
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Paw Patrol is one of the most popular kid shows on TV these days. Bring its command center into real life with this one that transforms into a jet and a command center.
Learning Resources Coding Critters
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Learning can be fun and this STEM toy proves that. Kids code along with their new pets’ storybook adventure — no screens necessary.
Barbie Dreamplane Playset
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Barbie can take off in her own jet with this Dreamplane Playset. There’s room for Barbie and a friend.
Cool Maker, GO Glam Nail Stamper
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Kids can now create cool designs on their nails without a big mess. They paint a base coat, then stick a finger into the machine, which stamps on a design.
FurReal Cubby, The Curious Bear Interactive Plush Toy
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OK, remember Furbies? This is a less creepy version of that, simply because this bear is actually quite cute. It interacts with its caretaker during the day and sleeps at night.
Melissa & Doug Smoothie Maker Blender Set
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it wouldn’t be a toy list without the Melissa & Doug brand. This one is a super cool smoothie-making set complete with fruit, milk, blender, fake knife, and more.
Treasure X Aliens Dissection Kit
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Let kids show their creative, gross side in a safe and relatively clean way. They can dissect the alien to find a slime-filled belly and pull the stomach contents.
Avengers Marvel Legends Series Endgame Electronic Fist
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Make transforming into an Avengers character easy with this electronic fist. “When activated, the power gauntlet’s 6 Infinity stones pulsate with glowing light.”
PJ Masks PJ Seeker
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PJ Masks , another popular kids’ show, also has toys. The cool thing is that the characters can play on top of the toy and with the pull-out cart hidden within it.
Disney Pixar Toy Story 4 Buzz Lightyear 3-In-1 Armor Pack
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Buzz Lightyear to the rescue! If the kids have seen Toy Story 4 they’ll get psyched to get this wearable Buzz armor pack.
Hot Wheels id Smart Track Kit
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Hot Wheels are a cult toy classic and for good reason, it’s fun! This one is the smartest one yet “that launches cars at speeds of up to 900-mph (at scale) — scan id cars, track speed, count laps, and play mini-games on classic Hot Wheels track wirelessly!”
Mattel Games Pictionary Air
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A twist on a classic, Pictionary Air is the perfect kid-friendly or family game. “Download the free Pictionary Air app, point the in-app camera at the illustrator and they’ll appear, along with their sketch, on the screen of your smart device.”
Imaginext Fisher-Price DC Super Friends Transforming Batmobile R/C
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Hop in the Batmobile, well sort of, with this remote-controlled transforming Fisher-Price Batmobile. Batman can sit on top as its lucky driver controls where it zips off to.Â
Bakugan Battle Arena, Game Board Collectibles
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If kiddo is a Bakugan fan, she’ll love this board game that recreates the Hide Matrix from the TV show. Game pieces include:Â 1 Bakugan Battle Arena, 1 Exclusive Bakugan, 2 BakuCores, 1 Ability Card, 1 Character Card.
Little Genius Starter Kit for iPad
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Kids can enjoy a learning game on the iPad but also in real life. This hands-on game helps kids learn their letters.Â
BEYBLADE Burst Turbo Slingshock Rail Rush Battle Set
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Yes, beyblades are still around! And this battle arena is awesome. “Rush into battle with a dual rail system that Amps up head-to-head battling.”
ThinkFun and Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty Puzzle and STEM Toy
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Puzzles and putty, can it get any more fun than that? It’s simple, too: “Connect the same-colored dots by creating same-colored paths of Crazy.”
UBTECH Marvel Avengers- Endgame Iron Man Mk50 Robot
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Fight the bad toys with a Marvel Iron Man robot. “Customize by uploading your face and recording Audio phrases; code original, unique action sequences that only your robot can perform.”
