From dolls and games to scooters and game systems

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systems, this
year’s Great
Toy Giveaway,
sponsored by
Campus USA
Credit Union,
is filled with
the season’s
hottest toys.
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Compose Yourself
$14.99, thinkfun.com
Arrange the cards, enter the
codes online and hear a full
symphony orchestra bring
your original composition to
life. Why we love it » There are
more than 1 billion melodies to
create with this ThinkFun favorite.
Rush Hour Shift
The goal of this ThinkFun
strategy game is to be the first
to maneuver your car through
the traffic. Why we love it » The
shifting game board can change
the game in an instant.
My Very Own Study
‘n Play Desk & Chair
$25, americanplastictoys.com
This sturdy desk and chair by
American Plastic Toys is just
the right size for your little
one. Why we love it » There’s
storage for books and supplies!
Sand and Water Play Set Amazing Knitter
$29.99, americanplastictoys.com
This set by American Plastic
Toys is the perfect size for
the kitchen table or outdoor
play. Why we love it » The
snap-on wave maker propels the
boats throughout the play set.
$25, alexbrands.com
Be a fashionista with your
very own line of handmade
accessories, including bracelets, belts and headbands. Alex
Toys has everything you need
to get started. Why we love it »
We love a little individuality!
Fold ‘n Go Busy Elephant
Maker Studio Winches
Building Kit
Turn everyday, ordinary
objects into real working
inventions, like a tow truck
or crane. All you need is your
imagination. Why we love it »
There’s 10 ThinkFun engineering
challenges to build.
Ideal
Amaze N’
Marbles
105pc set
Laser Maze, Jr.
Use logic and mirrors to
reflect the laser beams to
the rocket so it can return
to Earth in this game by
ThinkFun. Why we love it » It
has lasers! What’s not to love?
$100, alexbrands.com
This Alex Brands marble drop allows kids to create
a host of different marble runs. Why we love it » The
kit comes with 10 marbles for tons of marble fun.
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My Very Own Cozy
Comforts Kitchen
This kitchen has it all—fridge,
microwave, coffee maker,
toaster, even recycling bins!
Why we love it » American
Plastic Toys included plenty
of fun accessories.
Deluxe Shopping Cart
With plenty of storage
space, this American Plastic
Toys cart will have your
little ones shopping all
day long. Why we love it »
There’s a molded seat, perfect
for your child’s favorite doll.
$24.99, hasbro.com
This cozy elephant by
Hasbro has plenty of
activities for your curious
little one. From squeakers
and rattles to mirrors and
textures, it’s perfect for
on-the-go fun. Why we love it »
It’s machine washable.
Zillionz Real Money
ATM Bank
$34.99, alexbrands.com
The bill feeder accepts real
money, and the coin slot
recognizes coin values. Alex
Brands has come up with
a cool way to save money.
Why we love it » It keeps a
running tally of how much
money is in your “account”.
Guy Gear Bro Bands
Alex Toys’ Bro Bands
makes it cool for guys to
create and share cool bracelet
bands. Why we love it » They
come in neon and glow-inthe-dark varieties, too!
Slinky Dog Barking
Flashlight
The perfect companion
for a fun campout or a late
night trip to the bathroom!
This Alex Brands’ flashlight
is a must for your little Toy
Story lover. Why we love it »
It barks when it lights up.
the finer points of programming using the included Play
Tray and programming tiles.
Why we love it » There’s a host
of downloadable games kids can
play on their personal devices.
Props in a Box
$74.99, propsinabox.com
Props in a Box uses
fanciful props, costumes
and backdrops to bring the
family together to make sweet
memories. Why we love it »
Download the Props Movie Maker
app to bring scenes to life.
Zoob Inventors’ Kit
This Alex Brands’ set includes
gears, joints and axles to
make your inventions come
to life with motion and
movement. Why we love it »
The kit includes designs from
past Zoob contest winners.
Ideal Center Court
Table Tennis
Who doesn’t love a fierce
game of ping pong? This
set features a wooden table,
net, two paddles and ball.
Game on. Why we love it » You
can take this Alex Brands game
with you to grandma’s house!
$100, alexbrands.com
This Alex Brands telescope
is perfect for your budding
scientist and features 225X
magnification. Why we love it »
It also includes a tripod, two
eyepieces and a 3X Barlow Lens.
$129.99, microkickboard.com
This heavy-duty scooter
by Micro Kickboard
features PU wheels,
making for a smooth, quick
ride. Why we love it » The
lean-to-steer system makes
it safe and easy to use!
Bright Beats Dance
& Move BeatBo
$39.99, fisher-price.com
The fun music is easy to love,
and Fisher-Price’s BeatBo is
sure to get your baby moving
and learning. Why we love it »
You can record a phrase and
BeatBo will mix it into his music.
Ideal Gassy Gus Game
Be the first to feed Gus all
your food before he can’t hold
it in any longer! Why we love it »
What kid wouldn’t get a kick out
of this Alex Brands’ game?
Disney Jr. Miles From
Tomorrowland Rockin’
Rocket Game
Barbie in Rock ‘N
Royals: Courtney Doll
Mini Micro 2 Go
Scientific Explorer
Super Nova Telescope
Micro Maxi
Kick Scooter
with T Bar
$129.99, microkickboard.com
It starts as a toddler
ride-on and grows into a
three-wheeled kid’s scooter.
Why we love it » Your little tike
can store their favorite stuff
under the seat of this Micro
Kickboard favorite.
Girls can relive the music of
the Barbie Rock ‘N Royals
movie with this great new
Mattel Barbie. Why we love it »
She goes from princess to pop
star in just seconds.
Turbo Flip Thomas
Puzzlets
$99.99, digitaldreamlabs.com
This Digital Dream Labs’
app-enabled toy teaches kids
Everyone’s favorite No. 1
engine spins, pops wheelies
and back flips! He even has
a light-up track projector.
Why we love it » Turbo Flip
Thomas by Fisher-Price has
plenty of cheeky phrases
to keep you laughing.
Pictopia: Star Wars
The Ultimate Picture
Trivia Family Game
$19.99, wonderforge.com
The ultimate family picture
trivia game has gone to a
galaxy far, far away! How
much do you remember
from the Star Wars movies?
Why we love it » This Wonder
Forge favorite makes a whole new
generation love the classics.
Will you be the first to get
your cargo loaded on the stellosphere without tipping the
ship? Why we love it » This great
Wonder Forge game encourages
strategic thinking and teamwork.
Journey Through Time
Eye Found It! Game
Have fun searching for hidden
objects throughout time, from
the Prehistoric Era to the
present day. Why we love it » The
6-foot Wonder Forge board game
is filled with beautiful images.
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corresponding cup off the
table. First to collect three
cups wins this R&R game.
Why we love it » It’s just plain fun.
Mighty Makers: Home
Designer Building Set
$39.99, knex.com
A colonial? A brownstone?
A cottage? Your budding
architect can build
and decorate them all.
Why we love it » K’Nex allows
kids to build their very own doll
dream house from the ground up.
K-Force: Dual Cross
Building Set
$44.99, knex.com
With just this one set your
builder can create five
different dart blaster models
plus a target. Why we love it »
The K’Nex Dual Cross blaster
shoots darts up to 75 feet.
Lincoln Logs 100th
Anniversary Tin
$39.99, knex.com
Just think what your little one
could build with this wooden
construction set from K’Nex.
Why we love it » The logs are real
wood, and it’s made in the USA.
Tinkertoy: 150 Piece
Essentials Building Set
$44.99, knex.com
Another great nostalgic
toy from K’Nex! Spools,
washers, rods, caps, flags—this
complete set has it all,
including a booklet featuring
building ideas. Why we love it »
Thumbs up for creativity.
Skylanders SuperChargers
Starter Pack
$74.99, skylanders.com
With all of Skylands on the verge of collapse, a special team has
been assembled to pilot an unstoppable fleet of vehicles that
move over land, sea and air. Can you stop Kaos before it’s too
late? Why we love it » New Activision Skylanders characters to collect!
Caffeine Rush
$11.99, randrgames.com
Grab ingredients and
get the coffee orders out
before your coffee is gone.
Why we love it » With simultaneous play by all participants,
this R&R Games board game is
guaranteed for a good laugh.
This game by R&R Games has
players yelling both correct
and incorrect answers, which
is much harder than you’d
think! Why we love it » It’s an
ultimate get-together game.
Slideways
It’s tic-tac-toe times four in
this game by R&R Games.
Be the first person to get
four tiles of your color in
a row. But watch out, bars
are constantly moving and
flipping. Why we love it »
It’s a great travel game.
Roll the dice, identify the
missing shape and grab the
Atomic Sword Popper
$19.99, hogwildtoys.com
This great sword by Hog
Wild goes from an up-closeand-personal sword-fighting
weapon to a ball launcher.
Why we love it » It doesn’t hurt to
get hit by the soft, foam sword.
Spit It Out
Cup A Cup
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Firetek Zeon Bow
$14.99, firetek.com
This awesome Zing bow
sends foam arrows streaking
through the air, outdoors or
in. With a flip of a switch,
the arrows light up, making
for an impressive show.
Why we love it » The arrows
whistle as they fly, too.
Dino Hunterz Crossbow
Brobo
$29.99, hogwildtoys.com
He’s a soft, cuddly friend and a
convenient night light in one.
With a five-minute auto shutoff and cool-to-the-touch
LED light, Hog Wild’s Brobo
is a winner. Why we love it » The
whole collection is ridiculously
cute. We love the Mumu.
$19.99, target.com
Shoot suction cup arrows
more than 45 feet with
this Zing crossbow. The
dinoscope makes for accurate
shooting, and the wall target
allows for extra practice.
Why we love it » Prehistoric
predators don’t stand a chance!
Tire Twister
Stikbot Studio
Studio Pack, $9.99/Single Packs,
$4.99; zingtoys.com
Make your own stop-motion
movies starring Stikbots by
Zing. Pose the figures, snap
the pics and use the Stikbot
Studios app to bring your
movie to life. Why we love it »
You can share your movie on
social media with #Stikbot.
$39.99, littletikes.com
This kid-friendly R/C toy
by Little Tikes is one wild
tire! The tire moves forward
and back, spins and even
changes direction with a
quick flip. Why we love it » The
car comes out of the tire, too,
for additional ways to play.
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Jewelry Maker
Tumble train
As the train moves, the
track moves right along
with it, twisting and turning
in all directions. The train,
by Little Tikes, also comes
off the track for a more
quiet play time. Why we love it »
Your toddler will get worn out
chasing this train around.
Sizzle ‘n Serve Grill
The built-in wheels on
this Little Tikes grill make
it easy to move for your
little one. This classic,
round grill provides hours
of imaginative play.
Why we love it » It includes more
than a dozen grilling accessories.
Fish ‘N Splash
Water Table
This isn’t your average
water table! This Little
Tikes water table comes
complete with a fishing and
counting game that lets kids
fling fish and send them
sliding. Why we love it » They
turned a plain old water table
into a great game!
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$59.99, playmatestoys.com
This 13-inch
Playmates Toys R/C
figure moves a full 360
degrees. Kids can have him
slashing and slicing with his
katana while he shouts out
his signature phrases. It’s
turtle time! Why we love it »
His ninja moves are top notch.
Lalaloopsy Dance
With Me Doll
Little Ocean Explorers 3
in 1 Adventure Course
This Little Tikes favorite takes
baby from sitting, to crawling,
to standing. Why we love it »
Each piece is removable and interchangeable for individualized play.
$29.99, mgae.com
Create cute necklaces,
bracelets and hair clips you
can really wear with this
MGA Entertainment toy.
Why we love it » The beads string
together automatically with a
touch of a button. Easy peasy.
TMNT
Ninja
Control
Leonardo
Cook ‘n Store Kitchen
This great Little Tikes
kitchen includes tons of
colorful accessories and
features, and folds up for
easy storage. Why we love it » It
comes fully assembled. Score!
$59.99, mgae.com
Peanut Big Top loves to be
silly and dance. If you dance
fast, so does this MGA
Entertainment doll. She even
loves to play Freeze Dance.
Why we love it » When you wear
the magical bow, Peanut recognizes your dance moves and joins in.
Mat-A-Matics
Lalaloopsy Baby
Surprise Potty Doll
$29.99, mgae.com
Feed this MGA Entertainment
doll her favorite foods, press
her magic belly button and
wait for it… her poop has
a special surprise for you.
Why we love it » This doll poops
special shapes! Yes, really!
$29.99, target.com
Four great ways to play are
guaranteed to get your little
one up and moving: melody
mix, super dance, wacky
sounds and memory mix.
Why we love it » This Battat favorite is portable and positively fun.
Baby B. Wonders
Above Activity Quilt
adventure. The Battat Happy
Camper includes everything
you need for camping
success. Why we love it » The
gingham curtains are adorable.
$39.99, target.com
This cozy Battat quilt makes
playtime comfy and fun.
Lots of soft hanging toys
to squeeze, pull, shake and
touch will keep your little one
entertained. Why we love it »
It’s machine washable.
Our Generation
Jewelry Doll “Aura”
Lil’l Woodzeez
Happy Camper
$30.99, target.com
Now you can take your favorite furry friends on a camping
$29.99, target.com
Aura is dressed up to the
nines, and she loves to
accessorize. This Battat doll
has her own earrings, bracelets, necklaces and even a
jewelry holder. Why we love it »
She has pierced ears!
Our Generation
Suite Teepee
$49.99, target.com
There’s an indoor camping
trip or sleepover in your
little lady’s future courtesy of
Battat. Why we love it » There are
lights inside for late-night reading.
into learning how to read and
helps youngsters who may
be struggling with reading.
Why we love it » It was created by
“Mr. Wordly Wise,” a vocab guru
whose textbook series is taught in
more than 10,000 school systems.
Colorforms
Prices vary by kit, colorforms.com
These reusable vinyl
stickers feature tons of
different characters and
play sets. Why we love it »
Named one of Time magazine’s
Top 100 toys of all time.
Nerf Zombie Strike
Biosquad Eraser
ZR-100 Blaster
Riddle Cube—The Game
$19.99, hasbro.com
Zombies won’t stand a
chance when faced with this
Hasbro Nerf blaster, complete
with zombie repellant
fluid and zombie strike darts.
Why we love it » Load the blaster
with both the darts and repellant
for two-in-one shooting.
GeoSafari Jr. Jungle
Crew Lab Set
$29.99, educationalinsights.com
Be a safari scientist with
this jungle-themed lab set
from Educational Insights,
and gather ingredients to
perform simple experiments.
Why we love it » The lab
tools are toddler-friendly.
Schoenhut Drums
Nerf N-Strike Mega
Series Rotofury Blaster
$34.99, hasbro.com
This Nerf blaster by Hasbro
comes with 10 super whistler
darts that are capable of
flying an impressive 90 feet.
Why we love it » The extra large
darts are easy to find in the yard.
Change the shape of your
cube to match the picture on
each challenge card. Complete
the challenge first, and take
the card. Get five cards to
win. Why we love it » This
Educational Insights’ game works
solo or with up to four people.
$149.99, toypiano.com
What kid wouldn’t love to bang on a drumset?
It’s solid and sturdy, so let your future rock star
go to town on this Schoenhut set. Why we love it »
It’s a great way to get your frustrations out!
Jurassic World
Raptor Claws
$19.99, hasbro.com
Hasbro’s Jurassic World
Raptor Claws will make
anyone look like a fearsome
velociraptor. Why we love it »
It’s one thing to like dinosaurs,
but these let you be one.
Dressy Kids
$19.99, hasbro.com
Little ones learn how to
button, zip, buckle and tie
with this Hasbro Playskool
pal. Why we love it » It has a
travel clip for on-the-go play.
Schoenhut Guitar
$69.99, toypiano.com
If you have a budding musician in your household, this
Schoenhut acoustic guitar is a
must. Why we love it » You’re never too young for a love of music.
The Reading Game
$34.95, thereadinggame.com
This game and storybook
combination puts lots of fun
Play-Doh Disney
Princess Royal Palace
$19.99, hasbrotoyshop.com
Make gorgeous gowns for the
princesses to wear to the ball
using molds, a roller and rolling stamper with this Hasbro
set. Why we love it » There’s
a rotating platform for each
princess to show off her fashions.
Hasbro Star Wars
Catch Phrase
$24.99, hasbro.com
Start at the Apprentice
level and move up to the
Master Jedi level when you
advance in your training.
Why we love it » It’s a twist
on the usual Hasbro Catch
Phrase game designed to test
your knowledge of the Force.
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Magic Moves RainbowJam New Sprouts Stir Fry
Each color on this
Educational Insight favorite
plays a different note.
Compose songs, or play one
of the nine jams to get your
dance on. Why we love it » Switch
to Song Mode and touch a real
object to hear a musical surprise.
$24.99, learningresources.com
Stir up some veggies, and pack
them to go. A fortune cookie
adds a sweet touch to this
set by Learning Resources.
Why we love it » The 7-inch wok
is perfect for young chefs.
New Sprouts Cookout
Pete The Cat
Puppet-On-A-Stick
Bring Pete The Cat to life
during story time, puppet
shows or independent play
with this Educational Insights
toy. Why we love it » Keep story
time fun with Pete’s New York
Times best-selling book series.
With all the fixin’s, including
corn on the cob, chips and
an ice cream sandwich,
there’s enough food for
two. Why we love it » This
Learning Resources set includes
cups, plates and forks.
Gears! Gears! Gears! Pet
Land Building Set
Design & Drill Bright Works Play
Use the kid-friendly
Educational Insights power
drill and bolts to create
glow-in-the-dark patterns and
designs. Why we love it » There’s
12 patterns to get things started.
For a whirling good time, turn
the gear handle and watch the
four pets go round and round.
Why we love it » This Learning
Resources set is compatible with
other Gears! Gears! Gears! sets.
High Seas ADDventure—A The Magic School Bus
Game of Addition
Science Explosion
Let your favorite ocean
creature lead the way to an
island paradise. Just don’t
let the sharks get in your
way. Why we love it » Learning
Resources always makes
learning fun.
Premier Wagons
F310 Blue Wagon
$135, premierwagon.com
Little ones can enjoy this
classic wagon by Premier
Wagons with its no-tip
safety steering and pinch-free
handles. Why we love it » It’s
made of hardwood and steel,
painted with non-toxic paint
and set on solid rubber tires.
$29.99, theyoungscientistsclub.com
Match science-based topic
cards to master cards in one
game, and use memory and
strategy skills in the other.
Why we love it » This Young
Scientists Club game shows
kids that science is fun!
Barbie Pop Up Camper
$99.99, mattel.com
Pack Barbie and her friends
in a camper full of cute
décor and glamorous touches
by Mattel. Why we love it »
The camper transforms into a
three-story campsite.
FurReal Friends J.J.
My Jumpin’ Pug
$39.99, hasbro.com
Motion-activated and super
soft, Hasbro’s J.J. jumps and
barks when you’re close by.
Why we love it » Stroke his back
and J.J. will sit calmly, too.
Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven
Baking Star Edition
$54.99, hasbro.com
It’s got everything you
need to start baking
mini Sparkle Cakes.
Why we love it » Use any Hasbro
Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven refill
to make more delicious treats.
Baby Alive Super
Snacks Snackin’ Sara
$54.99, hasbro.com
When Hasbro’s Snackin’
Sara is hungry, make snacks
of all kinds with reusable
doll food and shaping tools.
Why we love it » She tells you
when she’s hungry, sleepy or
full in Spanish and English.
Barbie Dreamhouse
$199.99, mattel.com
Three floors and seven rooms filled with every last detail are
sure to make all of Barbie’s dreams come true. Why we love it » This
Mattel favorite has smart features that activate with motion or sound.
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Games battle arena, two battle
boggans and two skaters.
Why we love it » Let your skater
battle it out by spinning it off the
shooter on the side of the arena.
Sequence Games
Playskool Friends My
Little Pony Musical
Celebration Castle
$29.99, hasbro.com
Music, sound effects and
chunky My Little Pony
figures make this Hasbro
castle exciting. Why we love it »
Press the castle tower and watch
it spin and play music.
Monster High Astranova
$49.99, mattel.com
Jam out with Mattel’s
Astranova, and watch
her float above Boo York
City. Why we love it » A light
show sets the stage for a truly
frightful performance.
Matchbox Treasure Truck
Nerf N Strike Modulus
ECS-10 Blaster
$49.99, hasbro.com
Load 10 darts into the
blaster’s banana clip, and
use the targeting scope for
practice. Why we love it » Move
the parts around to customize
this Hasbro Nerf blaster.
$29.99, mattel.com
Go on a hunt for buried
treasure with this Mattel
truck’s real metal detector.
Why we love it » The scoop
sifts the sand for you!
$24.99, jaxgames.com
For both the cat and dog
sequence games by Jax
Games, match the dogs or
cats on your cards to the
corresponding pictures on
the board. Five in a row, and
you’ll win! Why we love it » Each
card includes an interesting fact
about its pictured cat or dog.
Calico Critters seaside
Merry Go Round
Early Years Inflatable
Froggy Roly Poly
$14.95, intplay.com
Toddlers can poke and
push at this International
Playthings froggy, and it
will pop back up every time.
Why we love it » Water in the
base and air in the body keeps
this froggy safe for toddlers.
Doodle Dice
$11, jaxgames.com
Can you match the doodles
on your dice to the doodles
on the cards in the deck?
Why we love it » You don’t
have to be an artist to play
this game by Jax Games.
Imaginetics Magnets
Aquabeads Complete Set
Artist’s Carrying Case
$39.99, intplay.com
Carry beads, templates
and more in this case for
on-the-go bead creations.
Why we love it » This International
Playthings set comes with
everything needed to get started.
SkaZooms Action Pack
Battle ‘Boggan Arena
$52, skazooms.com
Take your skateboarding
to the next level with a Jax
Calico Critters Seaside Cruiser House Boat
$99.99, calicocritters.com
With more than 50 pieces, these cute critters set sail in style. Why we love it »
The International Playthings houseboat expands with an upper and lower deck.
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$19.95, calicocritters.com
Entertain critter babies
with this International
Playthings merry-goround. Why we love it »
There’s a water spray and slide
attached to mix things up.
$4.95-8.95, intplay.com
These colorful magnets by
International Playthings are
great for learning, creating
and sharing with friends.
Why we love it » Imaginetics
Magnets come in all kinds
of small and large sets.
Aquabeads Frozen Playset
Dash Hounds Game
$14.95, intplay.com
Race your hound to the
finish line and get its tail
across before the others in
this International Playthings
game. Why we love it » The
closer you get to the finish line,
the longer your hound becomes.
$24.95, intplay.com
Design your favorite
Frozen characters with
the included International
Playthings templates and
beads. Why we love it » It’s a
new and creative way to have
fun with Elsa and Anna!
GFD Fury
$369, razor.com
Leave sparks in your wake with this super
drifty Razor go-kart. Why we love it » Speed up to 12
miles per hour for 40 continuous minutes before recharging.
Early Years Farm
Friends Pop-It Beads
$9.95, intplay.com
Snap together, pull apart
and sort these colorful
animal beads by International
Playthings. Why we love it »
They’re just the right size for
infants and toddlers.
Kidoozie Princess
Play House
$29.95, intplay.com
Big enough for two little
princesses, this royal pink
playhouse by International
Playthings welcomes hours
of fun. Why we love it »
It has a carrying case.
Hess 2015 Fire Truck
And Ladder Rescue
$30.99, hesstoytruck.com
Sound effects, a searchlight,
removable fire hoses and a
pullout ramp set this Hess
truck apart from previous
years’ models. Why we love it » It
features more than 50 LED lights.
North Pole Railway Set
$67.50, maplelandmark.com
This Maple Landmark train
transports reindeer, elves and
Mrs. Claus’ baked goods from
the North Pole. Why we love it »
Make the track bigger with additional pieces available online.
The Original Spirograph
Deluxe Set
$24.99, originalspirograph.com
A complete makeover from
the original, it includes
everything from design
paper to precision wheels.
Why we love it » This Kahootz
favorite comes with its own
built-in work surface.
$29.99, kahootztoys.com
It’s a Play-Doh paradise
with the Fun Factory pump
and multiple shape plates.
Why we love it » There’s a nifty
storage tray to keep everything
organized. Thanks, Kahootz!
$6.99 each, bandai.com
All it takes is a few twists to
reveal a figurine that’s ready
to play with. Why we love it »
Bandai has lots of cool characters to choose from.
Tekno Scooter
Play-Doh Classic
Style Fun Tools
$29.99, kahootztoys.com
A whole set of unique styling
tools makes time with PlayDoh that much more fun.
Why we love it » These Kahootz
tools are durable and washable.
Plates
Fashion Plates Deluxe Kit Action
$19.99, actionplates.com
$24.99, fashionplatestoy.com
A drawing tablet and
other design tools bring
fashion designs to life.
Why we love it » This Kahootz
set makes it easy to transfer
your designs onto sketch paper.
Hatch ‘N Heroes
Play-Doh Classic
Style Fun Factory
Rub, color and design
super hero characters with
action-packed poses, gear
and patterns with this
Kahootz spin on a classic.
Why we love it » Use the Idea
Guide to get you started.
$49.99, razor.com
Flashing blue lights give this
Razor scooter a futuristic
edge. Why we love it » It has
a rear fender brake and
a sturdy steel frame.
Daniel Tiger’s
Neighborhood Deluxe
Electronic Trolley
$24.99, jakks.com
Take a tour of the neighborhood with Daniel Tiger and
his friends. Why we love it »
The Jakks Pacific trolley lights
up and moves all by itself.
Colors of the Sea Ariel
$34.99, jakks.com
Light up bath time with
Ariel’s sparkling tail and 14
magical phrases by Jakks
Pacific. Why we love it » Ariel
sings “Part of Your World” and
comes with her friend Flounder.
Animal Babies Jumpin’
Little Monkey
$34.99, jakks.com
Jump and sing along to “5
Little Monkeys Jumping On
The Bed” when you press the
top of its head. Why we love it »
Kids can play with more Jakks
Pacific Animal Babies on the
free Jumping On The Bed app.
3D-It Character Creator
3D Molding Machine
$39.99, jakks.com
Using wax and a mold, watch
this Jakks Pacific toy make
3-D characters in a matter
of minutes. Why we love it »
Purchase refill packs to make
your favorite characters.
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you imagine. Why we love it »
This pack of three Modarri cars is
perfect for racing with friends.
Dancing Cabbage Patch Kid
$37.99, toysrus.com
Wicked Cool Toys’ newest lil’ dancer sings to “I Feel Good”
and busts out some serious moves. Why we love it » Unlike many
dancing dolls, this one doesn’t just move up and down but all around.
Puppy In My Pocket
Paw Patrol Pop-Up Game
$7, cardinalgames.com
Pop the dice, and make
your move! Let the others
catch up and you might get
sent back to the starting
line. Why we love it » You
get to race with your favorite
Paw Patrol character.
Scandal The Game
Street Dogs
$49.99, Jakks.com
It’s everything you want in
a dog but with four wheels
and the functionality of a
truck. Why we love it » With
11 tricks under its belt, this pet
on wheels by Jakks Pacific will
quickly become a favorite.
Star Wars Trivia Game
Put your Star Wars knowledge
to the test with this Cardinal
Games game. Why we love it »
For those who don’t know as
much about Star Wars, increase
your winning chance by placing
timeline cards in order.
Navigate through lies,
heartache and the streets
of Washington, D.C. to
complete your mission with
this Cardinal Games game.
Why we love it » Eavesdrop on
conversations, and collect burn
phones for a competitive edge.
$5.99, justplayproducts.com
Collect all the different
puppies, and play with them
together. Why we love it » Each
puppy in this Just Play line has
a unique name and personality.
Peripop Tiggy
$69, oribel.com
This adorable tiger from
Oribel can be a blanket,
a play mat, a cushion
and more. Why we love it »
Tiggy’s head can fold over the
stroller bar—finally a blanket
that won’t fall out on the go!
Paper Punk Jewelry
Fold Square
Feed your minion
obsession with a 48-piece
puzzle by Cardinal Games.
Why we love it » It comes in
a minion-shaped capsule.
Frozen Save Olaf Word
Guessing Game
Guess the secret word before
Olaf loses all of his parts in
this fun Cardinal Games
favorite. Why we love it » It’s
a clever spin on Hangman.
$39.99 table/$14.99 activity mats,
tubbytabletoys.com
Suction the Tubby Table
to the tub floor and let the
kiddos build, pour and splash.
Why we love it » Attach an activity
mat for additional fun with little
racers or safari animals.
Build & Imagine Day
at the Beach
$59.99, buildandimagine.com
This magnetic set from
Build & Imagine lets your
child create their own beach
cabana scene and bring it to
life with dress-up dolls and
props. Why we love it » You can
play on the beach, rain or shine,
while practicing STEM skills.
$19.95, paperpunk.com
Paper Punk’s jewelry making
kit comes with over 550
pieces like punch-n-fold
shapes, glitter and metallic
stickers. Why we love it » With
no scissors or glue necessary,
this kit is safe and clean.
Kitty Surprise
Despicable Me Puzzle
Tubby Table and
Activity Mats
$24.99, justplayproducts.com
Discover how many
kittens are in the Just
Play Kitty Surprise set by
reaching into the mom’s
pouch. Why we love it »
Every set is different!
Thread Wrapper
The Toy Car
Reinvented 3-Pack
$49.99, modarri.com
Take these cars apart and put
them back together any way
$24.99, crayola.com
This awesome gadget from
Crayola Creations lets kids
wrap thread around any item,
from headphones to pencils.
Why we love it » It comes with
six colors of thread and a fabric
marker to add color and patterns.
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Motorized Crayon Carver
$29.99, crayola.com
Choose from 40 tiles to clip
into the carver and engrave
Crayola crayons with any
message. Why we love it » It’s
the winner of 10 different awards,
including Parents’ Choice.
Color Alive Easy
Animation Studio
$24.99, crayola.com
Choose a character, color it
and import it into the app,
also from Crayola. Then pose
the animation mannequin
into any pose, and watch the
character respond on the
screen. Why we love it » The app
is free and lets young animators
share their work with friends.
Color Wonder Mess Free
Light-Up Stamper
$24.99, crayola.com
These Crayola stamps light
up with ink color and create
under-the-sea-themed art.
Why we love it » The ink shows
up on Color Wonder paper but not
walls, carpet or anything else.
Ant Man Ant Farm
$14.99, unclemilton.com
This Ant Man-themed ant
farm from Uncle Milton
is bringing back a classic
toy with a twist. Watch the
harvester ants tunnel through,
and learn more from the
included guide. Why we love it »
It features four ant ports to connect with other farms.
Frozen Dream Scenes
Cling Creator
$24.99, crayola.com
Crayola’s Cling Creator is
perfect for decorating lockers,
windows and cars with
clings in all kinds of colors.
Why we love it » Kids can create
their own shapes for future clings.
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$29.99, unclemilton.com
Frozen lovers can build their
own scenes straight from
Arendelle with this toy from
Uncle Milton. Slide the different plates in to create a dream
scene for Anna, Elsa and
Olaf, decorate with stickers
and light it up! Why we love it »
Use it as a nightlight!
$29.99, skyrockettoys.com
The Chocolate Pen from
Skyrocket Toys makes it
deliciously easy to whip
up chocolate shapes and
messages! Why we love it » Make
cupcake toppers for a special
touch when baking.
Fisher-Price Classics
Cash Register
$34.99, thebridgedirect.com
This cash register from The
Bridge Direct is great for little
ones in their button-pushing
sensory stages. Why we love it »
It’s the cutest little throwback
you’ll see this season.
Jenga Giant
Genuine
Hardwood
Game
SkyViper Nano
Drone M200
$29.99, skyrockettoys.com
Skyrocket Toys gives us all
the power and stunts of larger
drones in this miniature version. Why we love it » The flight
controls have adjustable sensitivity, so the drone can be flown by
a pilot of any experience level.
Strand Bands
Designer Set
Strand Bands from The Bridge
Direct features 180 feet of
pull-apart Strand Band material and comes with a Strand
Styler to make weaving easier.
Why we love it » Making friendship
bracelets was never this easy.
$99.95, jengagiant.com
Jenga’s giant tower stacks 4 feet tall
and higher and takes the game to
a whole new level. Why we love it »
Great for playing outdoors!
Mystro Musical Brain Game
Test your memory with
Mystro from The Bridge
Direct. Follow the lights and
sounds to create a song, and
choose from multiple genres
of music. Why we love it » This
game is perfect for road trips.
Strawberry Shortcake
Strawberry’s
House & Café
Help Strawberry Shortcake
make something tasty in
the kitchen and have her
fruity friends over to try
it later. Why we love it » It
has that signature strawberry
scent! Thanks, Bridge Direct!
Yummy Nummies Best
Ever Burger Maker
$9.99, bliptoys.com
The Best Ever Burger Maker
from Blip Toys makes one
adorable miniature burger
complete with cheese, fries
and a cola. Why we love it » With
no need for heat, it’s totally safe
to make these mini munchies.
(check out his awesome
moonwalk) but really
comes to life with the app.
Why we love it » When
connected to Bluetooth,
Blu-Bot can stream music.
Disney Palace Pets
Bright Eyes Dreamy
$39.99, bliptoys.com
This royal pet from Blip Toys
speaks, wakes up and falls
asleep with the touch of your
hand. Why we love it » Dreamy
says 19 different phrases, so she’s
always got something to say.
Magbot
$30, tegu.com
Tegu blocks are made to last
from real hardwood, and
now you can use them to
build a robot and transform
him any way you choose.
Why we love it » Magbot is leadfree, plastic-free and nontoxic.
Pocket Pouch
Thomas & Friends
Track PlayTape
$14.99, bachmanntrains.com
Trains aren’t confined to
tracks anymore thanks to
PlayTape by Bachmann
Trains. Now your miniature
engineer can create the track
of their dreams anywhere
they please. Why we love it » The
tape is easy to tear and leaves
behind no residue.
$25, tegu.com
These magnetic blocks from
Tegu are perfect for purses,
backpacks or diaper bags.
Why we love it » It’s easy to keep
on hand during long waits at the
doctor’s office or at a restaurant.
$17.99 (tall pail), fathom-company.com
Connects from Fathom
Company are the easiest,
most colorful way to make
bracelets, necklaces, keychains
Connects come in different sizes
and color selections.
$49.95, thamesandkosmos.com
Little engineers can learn
what makes their toys tick
with these R/C animals
from Thames & Kosmos.
Start building to create a
scuttling crab, a climbing
orangutan and more.
Why we love it » Kids can mix
and match the animal skins to
create their own zoo of hybrids.
Rockabilly
$14.99, ohioart.com
The Etch-a-Sketch from Ohio
Art needs no introduction—
this classic toy has been causing smiles for over 55 years!
Why we love it » Once the kiddos
are in bed, snatch it up to see if
your etching skills have improved.
$149.99, mobocruiser.com
Mobo’s Rockabilly is the
perfect size for toddlers
to cruise safely. It looks
cool and helps build gross
motor skills and hand-eye
coordination. Why we love it »
The adjustable frame means the
Rockabilly can grow with its rider.
Fool the Frog
$24.99, goliathgames.us
One player dons the goofy
frog eye goggles, which open
and close on their own, while
other players must toss a fly
back and forth and try to
conceal who has it from the
frog. Why we love it » This Goliath
Pressman game is guaranteed to
have everyone laughing in no time.
Ubongo
Chrono Bomb
$29.99, patchproducts.com
Chrono Bomb from Patch
Products will send kids on
a super spy mission right
at home. Why we love it »
With unlimited configurations
for the lasers, Chrono Bomb
promises endless fun.
$115, americangirl.com
Get lost in the 1950s with American Girl’s
newest doll in the BeForever line, Maryellen
Larkin! Why we love it » American Girl offers an
array of accessories to coordinate with Maryellen, including a 1950’s diner and jukebox (sold separately).
Remote Control
Machines: Animals
Classic Etch-a-Sketch
Connects
Maryellen Doll & Book
Tic Stac Toe
Blu-Bot Intelligent Robot
$59.99, silverlit.com
Blu-Bot from Silverlit
Machines has plenty of
pre-programmed moves
$24.99, pressmantoy.com
Be the first to get four Xs
or Os in a row vertically,
horizontally or diagonally to
win this Goliath Pressman
game. Why we love it » The
game is designed so tie games
are impossible.
$39.95, thamesandkosmos.com
Thames and Kosmos’ Ubongo
lets players go head to head or
add up to four players as they
vie to make it through nine
rounds of puzzles with the
most gems. Why we love it » All
the puzzle solving is crazy fun—
and a great brain workout, too!
TrenDIYart Kits
$14.99-$29.99, ohioart.com
TrenDIYart Kits from Ohio
Art are the perfect sets
for making one-of-a-kind
accessories. Why we love it »
The Mexican bracelet kit and
beaded chain necklaces will
make any outfit even cooler.
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in this set from SmartLab to
create pampering products.
Why we love it » Read through
the manual to learn about how
much science influences beauty.
Arckit 60
$129.95, arckit.com
Construct a modern,
cutting-edge home using
this set from Arckit. The
model pieces look like a
real architect’s computer
rendering brought to life and
are perfect for honing kids’
STEM skills. Why we love it »
There’s no glue needed.
Drop Zone Cargo
Release Glider
$39.99, smartlabtoys.com
Practice dropping the payload
within the target with this
easy-to-assemble glider from
SmartLab. Why we love it » The
cargo is a stunt pig named Stanley.
Room Defender
Attention kids: Complete with
three key cards, this defender
from SmartLab sounds an
alarm when intruders enter
your room unannounced!
Why we love it » It’ll even
indicate if someone entered your
bedroom while you were gone.
Raggedy Ann & Andy
$15, eng.auroraworld.com
Aurora World makes
high-quality plushes that
stand the test of time, just
like the beloved Raggedy
Ann and Raggedy Andy.
Why we love it » There’s nothing
better than passing on classic
characters to new generations.
Get Growing Greenhouse
$32, eng.auroraworld.com
Aurora World’s plush Princess
Celestia brings the beloved
pony to life with shimmering
crown and hooves and regal
wings. Why we love it » Her
beautiful hair is brushable and
features glittering strands.
$29.95, brackitz.com
Construct incredible 3-D
structures with Brackitz,
a set that encourages
open-ended play and
imagination. It’ll put math
and science concepts into
practice, too. Why we love it »
The colorful connectors make
the final product even cooler.
$69.95, koobagame.com
Kooba uses two sticks
through an Aero (a magnetic
triangle shape), and the player
Razor DXT Drift Trike
$149.99, razor.com
Complete with slick
surface rear wheels, the
DXT Drift Trike from Razor
is built moto-style to drift
around the tightest curves.
Why we love it » An adjustable
seat means all riders will fit.
This self-watering greenhouse
from SmartLab is the best way
to teach kids about plant science. Why we love it » Transplant
grown plants outdoors, and reuse
the greenhouse with new seeds.
My Little Pony Princess
Celestia Plush
Brackitz
Play All
Day Elmo
$59.99, hasbro.com
This cuddly Hasbro Elmo
features eight games and
more than 150 responses.
Tickle his tummy to hear
him laugh, or squeeze his
nose to hear his response.
Why we love it » He’s huge!
Brickstix
All-Natural Spa Lab
Mix household ingredients
with the special ingredients
$5.99, brickstix.com
Brickstix stickers are
removable, reusable decals
designed to fit LEGOs and
Mega Bloks to customize each
new creation. Why we love it »
Invented by a kid for kids, these
are a surefire successful gift.
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Girl Scout Cookie Oven
$59.99/refills $6.99-$14.99;
wickedcooltoys.com
Wicked Cool Toys presents
the Girl Scout Cookie Oven
with recipes and ingredients
to make your favorite cookies
any time. Why we love it »
You mean we don’t have to wait
for the seasonal sales?
Kooba Magnetic
Target Game
All-Natural Spa Soaps
SmartLab’s Spa Soaps
includes 14 molds to create
colorful soaps in fun shapes.
five gift boxes to share soaps
with friends and family.
flings the Aero at the target.
Use Kooba to switch up
old games like HORSE and
baseball. Why we love it » Makes
players look and feel like ninjas.
Rubba Ducks
$12.99, rubbaducks.net
Rubba Ducks come in so
many shapes and sizes there
is definitely one for everyone.
Why we love it » Each duck
has its own story and poem on
the Rubba Ducks website.
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Hot Wheels Ultimate Garage
$109.99, mattel.com
It’s the largest Mattel Hot Wheels garage with
space for 36 cars. Why we love it » A city scene, gas
station and helipad turn it into a play set, too.
Electronic Scrabble Twist
My Little Pony Equestria
Girls Shadowbolts
Sporty Style Deluxe
Doll: Twilight Sparkle
$19.99, hasbro.com
Hasbro’s Twilight Sparkle is
one of the coolest Equestria
Girls at Canterlot High. Play
with her long hair and unique
accessories. Why we love it »
We’re having serious outfit envy.
$19.99, hasbro.com
This updated Scrabble from
Hasbro displays five letters
and it’s up to you to find as
many three-letter words in
it as possible. Touch and
twist to bank the word.
Why we love it » You can play
with up to seven opponents.
Nerf Rebelle
Codebreaker Crossbow
$24.99, hasbro.com
With this crossbow from
Hasbro, load the eight-dart
rotating drum and fire
away. The bow locks with a
secret code so only its owner
can use it. Why we love it »
It fires darts up to 75 feet!
Monopoly Star Wars
Twister Moves
Hip-Hop Spots
Cabbage Patch Kid Doll
$39.99, toysrus.com
Wicked Cool Toys’ Cabbage
Patch is a fashionista with
a special twist: The key on
her bracelet unlocks the
heartbeat to her Adoptimals
pet! Why we love it » Once
unlocked, the Adoptimals Pet
and the Cabbage Patch Kid
become interactive friends.
Bop-It R2D2
$14.99, hasbro.com
Listen closely to Hasbro’s
new R2D2 Bop-It as C3PO
gives you instructions! Get
it right and you get another
chance, but if you don’t,
you’ll have to start over.
Why we love it » This toy is shaped
just like our favorite little robot.
$24.99, hasbro.com
Get moving with Twister’s
Hip-Hop Spots from Hasbro.
Keep up with the beat by
stepping on the spots when
they light up. Why we love it »
It’s just like dancing games at the
arcade but right there at home.
Monopoly Here & Now
Adoptimals
$19.99, toysrus.com
Snuggle up to this little
pet from Wicked Cool
Toys. Unlock its heartbeat
with the key from its best
Cabbage Patch Kid friend
and watch them interact.
Why we love it » Each toy is fun
on its own, but put them together
and they’re the cutest pair ever.
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My Little Pony Sweet
Apple Acres Barn Playset
$19.99, hasbro.com
Join Granny Smith and
Crimson Gala on a picnic
at their picturesque stable,
from Hasbro. Why we love it »
All the accessories are too cute,
especially the tiny caramel apple!
$19.99, hasbro.com
Hasbro gives you the chance
to own the nation with Here
& Now Monopoly. Take a trip
through America’s favorite
cities and fill your passport
to win. Why we love it »
Monopoly is a classic, but it’s fun
to add extra twists.
$24.99, hasbro.com
Decide whether you’re with
the Force or on the Dark
Side with this Monopoly
edition from Hasbro.
Why we love it » Play special Force
cards to change your destiny.
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$14.99, hasbro.com
Rebelle Secret Shot from
Hasbro is a purse that turns
into a blaster. It’s perfect
for any aspiring super spy.
Why we love it » Each dart is
emblazoned with a fun phrase
to read as they whizz by.
Operation: Frozen
Fever Edition
$19.99, hasbro.com
In Hasbro’s newest Operation,
remove the mini snowmen
from the party so they’ll stop
causing mischief at Anna’s
birthday! Why we love it » Play
solo or with multiple players.
Doh Vinci Spotlight
Spin Studio
$29.99, hasbro.com
Hasbro’s Spotlight Spin Studio
lets young artists make vases
or flat pieces full of lines and
swirls. Why we love it » Once
it’s finished, put your piece
on the platform to make it
part of a light show!
Entertainment containing
a real working microscope,
glass slides, test tubes and
more. Why we love it » Kids can
conduct more than 15 experiments.
Jurassic World
Tyrannosaurus Rex
$29.99, hasbro.com
This dino from Hasbro is
perfect for kids captivated
by the latest Jurassic Park
movie. Why we love it » He’s
got the roar of a big T. rex in a
more conveniently sized body.
Disney Descendants
Mal Isle of the Lost
$24.99, hasbro.com
Hasbro would like to introduce you to Mal, daughter of
Maleficent but lover of good.
Check out her shoes and
accessories—they’re wickedly
cute. Why we love it » Mal comes
with a locket for her new friend.
Hungry Hungry Hippos
$19.99, hasbro.com
From Hasbro, this game is
one that will have everyone
giggling. Pick your hippo
and pop his mouth open to
eat as many little marbles
as possible. Why we love it »
It never gets old!
Littlest Pet Shop
Backstage Style Playset
$24.99, hasbro.com
Help the excited pets get
ready for their big show with
the Backstage Style Playset
from Hasbro. Why we love it »
Download the LPS Your World app
to bring the littlest pets to life!
Ask Amy Doll
$120, askamydoll.com
Ask Amy, a 22-inch doll by
World Of Magic Toys, Inc.,
responds to 12 verbal prompts
to answer questions, provide
words of inspiration and motivate children. Why we love it »
She’s weirdly lifelike.
Sky Rover Voice Command
3D Creation Maker
$39.99, buy3dmagic.com
Kids can create awesome
3-D creations with this
product from Tech 4 Kids
by using one of the provided
stencils and molds and
popping it into the 3-D maker.
Why we love it » The process
involves no heat and no glue!
Star Wars Loopin’ Chewie Project MC2 Doll With
$24.99, hasbro.com
Experiment—McKeyla’s
Loopin’ Chewie from
Lava Light
Hasbro stars Chewbacca,
and he’s trying to knock out
every player’s storm trooper.
Why we love it » Even if you
lost, you lost to Chewbacca,
which is still awesome.
$24.99, projectmc2.com, mgae.com
Not only will your child love
the McKeyla McAlister doll
by MGA Entertainment, they
will also learn about density
and molecules with the included lava light experiment.
Why we love it » Project MC2 is
also an original Netflix series.
Play-Doh Max the
Cement Mixer
$19.99, hasbro.com
Pave some Play-Doh roads
with Hasbro’s Max the
Cement Mixer. Steamroll
them flat, and punch out
some bricks with Max’s
help. Why we love it » Try all the
stamper shapes and cones, too.
$49.99, auldeytoys.com
This R/C helicopter by
Auldey Toys is controlled
hands free with the new
voice command technology.
Simply speak one of 12
commands into the headset
to watch your copter perform.
Why we love it » The Sky Rover
line offers a variety of copters and
drones for all levels of flyers.
Pattern Play 3D
Storytime Theater
“Frozen”
$79.99, story-time-theater.com
With Storytime Theater
by Tech 4 Kids your child’s
favorite Disney characters
come to life. Download the
app, connect the projector
and stories, such as Frozen,
are projected on your wall or
ceiling. Why we love it » There are
plenty of stories and characters to
choose from (each sold separately).
$34.95, mindware.com
Manipulate the blocks to
duplicate the balance, composition and geometry featured
on each 2-D puzzle card by
MindWare. You can also get
creative and design your own!
Why we love it » The cards are
numbered in order of difficulty.
Project MC2
Ultimate Lab Kit
$54.99, projectmc2.com, mgae.com
Conduct your own
experiments just like the
girls from Project MC2
with this lab kit by MGA
Playmation Marvel Avengers Starter Pack
$119.99, playmation.com
Playmation puts players at the center of the action with motion-sensing game gear and tons of light and
sound effects. Why we love it » The pack comes with four locations and 25 missions out of the box to get you going.
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LEGO Friends Heartlake
Private Jet
$29.99, lego.com
This LEGO Friends set
features a lounge area with
TV screen, cockpit with
control panel, an airport
security scanner and lots of
accessories. Why we love it » The
jet opens up for easy play inside.
Rotisserie & Grill Barbecue Set
$49.99, melissaanddoug.com
This 24-piece Melissa & Doug set includes a whole
rotisserie chicken that spins on a skewer! Why we love it »
Plenty of knobs and switches that resemble the real thing.
BrainBox
Test your knowledge on a variety of subjects—from math
to U.S. presidents to geography—with this educational
product from MindWare.
Why we love it » BrainBox is
available for younger kids, too.
LEGO DUPLO Mickey &
Minnie Birthday Parade
Let’s Play House!
Spray, Squirt &
Squeegee Play Set
Encourage imaginative play
while also teaching little ones
the importance of a clean
home, complete with a usable
spray bottle. Why we love it »
All the Melissa & Doug supplies
fit neatly in the included caddy.
$24.99, lego.com
The train includes a buildable
cake, balloons and decorated
gift bricks. Why we love it »
LEGO DUPLO bricks are designed
especially for little hands.
Sandblox—7-Piece
Sand Shaping Set
Want to build the perfect
sandcastle? Then you
need Sandblox by Melissa
& Doug. Create tons of
geometric patterns that come
out perfectly every time.
Why we love it » Perfect for a
sandbox or even moldable sand.
Round The City Rescue
Rug & Vehicle Set
This Melissa & Doug rug
measures 39 inches long by
36 inches wide and includes a
hospital, fire station, helipad
It comes with three cars!
Sort & Swipe Wooden
Cash Register
This toy by Melissa & Doug
provides a unique learning
twist: Press the number buttons to see different counting
pictures and then pay for
a purchase with numbered
coins to match the quantities.
Why we love it » The register
comes with a toy credit card, too.
Secret Decoder Deluxe
Activity Set—On The Go
Crack codes, uncover
hidden clues and reveal
secret messages with
this Melissa & Doug set.
awesome detective must-haves
like invisible-ink markers.
Let’s Play House!
Condiment Set
Unbored Treasure Hunt
Decorate a wooden treasure
box and use it to conceal a
secret treasure. Then hide
the box and design a treasure
hunt that leads to the loot.
Why we love it » The kit by
MindWare comes with a code
key for writing secret clues.
LEGO City Training
Jet Transporter
$49.99, lego.com
Help unload the jet from
the trailer, fold down the
wings and make sure your
pilot is ready for takeoff.
Why we love it » This LEGO City
set includes three figures.
This set by Melissa & Doug is
a must-have in any play kitchen. Packaged in a tidy metal
caddy, the set comes with
ketchup, mustard, salt, pepper
and hot sauce. Why we love it »
They feel and look so real!
Don’t Be Greedy Game
In this strategy game of
risk, riches and rewards by
Melissa & Doug, players must
decide when to keep taking
jewels and when to stop being
greedy. Why we love it » We think
this game teaches kids a great
life lesson (and it’s fun, too).
Service Station
Parking Garage
The two included wooden
cars can park in the garage, or
pull through the car wash and
even fill up their gas tanks.
Why we love it » This Melissa &
Doug set has a built-in handle,
which means imaginative play
can happen wherever you want.
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lights that can flash quickly,
slowly transition or stay
lit solidly for a nightlight
effect. Why we love it » The
45-minute timer ensures battery
life isn’t wasted.
Jewelry Made Easy Kits
If you have a budding jewelry
designer on your hands, these
kits by Melissa & Doug make
tons of jewelry sets, from bead
and charmed ribbon bracelets
to mixed metal and pendant
necklaces. Why we love it » Make
one for you and one for a friend!
Bratz Create It Yourself
Fashion Playset With Doll
$44.99, bratz.com, mgae.com
Be the stylist and design
the perfect outfit for your
Bratz doll with this set
by MGA Entertainment.
Why we love it » Playing with
dolls has never been so creative!
aboard his home base space
station, the Stellosphere
by TOMY. Why we love it »
The Stellosphere comes apart
into three separate ships to
make space exploration fun.
Miles From Tomorrowland
Blastboard
$34.99, tomy.com
Rocket through the galaxy
with Miles on this Blastboard
by TOMY. Kids can practice
their balance skills in one
of three game modes.
Why we love it » It brings the Miles
From Tomorrowland cartoon to life!
Cosmic UFO
$55.95, cloudb.com
This little spacecraft by
CloudB is a fun toy with
three light sequences,
perfect for both playtime
and bedtime. Why we love it »
It also projects multicolored,
Northern Light-like effects.
Miles From Tomorrowland
Stellosphere
Pokemon Ash’s
$49.99, tomy.com
Arena Challenge
Explore the galaxy with Miles
Bratz Study Abroad
Doll—Yasmin To Brazil
$24.99, bratz.com, mgae.com
Yasmin’s accessories
include an additional outfit,
pineapple purse, luggage
bag, sunglasses and more.
Why we love it » This doll by MGA
Entertainment will have your
kids asking, “Where’s Brazil?”
Charley the Chameleon
$35.95, cloudb.com
Charley by CloudB plays
soothing music and
illuminates with rainbow
Ferris Wheel With Lights
Inside Out Talking
Plush—Bing Bong
$29.99, tomy.com
Go to the moon and back
with this Bing Bong toy
by TOMY. Squeeze his
body and he sings the
“Bing Bong Song” and cries
candy tears. Why we love it »
He smells like cotton candy!
$79.99, playmobil.com
Equipped with colorful flashing lights, this functioning Playmobil Ferris wheel has seven gondolas and holds 14 riders. Why we love it » You can purchase an electric ride motor separately.
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$39.99, tomy.com
Step into the competition
with Ash’s Arena Challenge by
TOMY. Turn Ash’s hat backward to get him battle ready
and send Pikachu into action.
Why we love it » Pikachu has
three battle moves, which activate
music, voice and attack sounds.
John Deere Monster
Treads Lightning Wheels
$24.99, tomy.com
Take these trucks by
TOMY off-roading
for a lot of messy fun!
Why we love it » Spin the tires
for some awesome light action.
Chuggington 1-2-3 Track—
Wilson Rides The Rails
$29.99, tomy.com
The TOMY set includes
Wilson from the well-known
cartoon, and the track
pieces flip, flex and rotate
to create lots of fun layouts.
Why we love it » You can add
more complex sets later on.
Sonic Boom Tails’
Plane with Tails
$29.99, tomy.com
Tails’ plane by TOMY has a
spinning propeller and sounds
that change depending on
the angle the plane is flying.
Why we love it » A Sonic figurine
(sold separately) fits in the
backseat and can be launched into
action with the backseat ejector.
a crank of the handle.
Why we love it » The disco ball in
the center of this Playmobil ride
flashes in alternating colors.
to the top. Why we love it » With
more than 300 pieces, your kids
will come up with endless designs.
Operation
ResCUTE—Jingles
Remote Control Shape
Sorter—Go Green
Recycle Truck
$29.99, operationrescute.com
Purchasing a ResCUTE
pup can help one of the 2.7
million healthy pets that
remain in shelters each year.
Why we love it » The story of
Jingles is based on a true story
about a homeless puppy from NYC.
$34.99, tlji.com
This R/C truck by
The Learning Journey
International makes learning
about recycling, shapes
and colors so much fun!
Why we love it » This toy was
voted one of the 10 best socially
responsible toys by Dr. Toy.
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InnoTab MAX
$109.99, vtechkids.com
Your kids will love the fastest 7-inch kids’ tablet
by VTech. Compatible with most of the titles in
the InnoTab library, this is a tablet your kids will
enjoy for years. Why we love it » Download hundreds of
age-appropriate apps from the Android marketplace.
Pocket Galaxy Blaster
$14.99, kmart.com
This dual-player, laser tag
game by NKOK lets kids
stage battles in their own
backyard. Why we love it » The
LCD display shows life and ammo.
Adventure Play Tent
$19.99, toysrus.com
Set this tent up in the
playroom or have fun in the
backyard. Why we love it » The
tent by MerchSource and tube can
be used together or separately.
Animal Planet
Interactive T-Rex
$29.99, toysrus.com
Activated by motion and
touch, this T. Rex by Toys
‘R’ Us makes a variety of
sounds your children will
love. Why we love it » The
dino also has an on-off switch,
which parents will love.
i-Mat: Under the Sea
$17.99, tlji.com
This kid-sized basket from
The Learning Journey
International comes with a variety of plastic and cardboard
food items. Why we love it » The
large handles on the shopping
basket make for easy carrying.
Playmat $29.99/Voice Pen
$49.99; creativebabyinc.com
This playmat by Creative Baby
Inc. serves as a fun visual play
area with dozens of undersea
animals that youngsters will
love. Add the Voice Pen (sold
separately) and the i-Mat
comes to life. Why we love it »
The i-Mat comes in other fun
themes that all fit together.
Adventure Series—Techno
Ozobot Bit
Gears Marble
$59.99, ozobot.com
Starting with color markers,
Mania Voyager
Spinning Spaceship
Ride With Lights
$54.99, playmobil.com
Two figures fit into each
of the three rotating cars,
and the action begins with
$59.99, tlji.com
This set by The Learning
Journey International features
dual hand cranks that turn
two bucket and chain pulley
systems, lifting the marbles
Ozobot takes kids on a
fun experience through
creative drawing, problem
solving and group challenges.
Why we love it » With five
step-up modes, Ozobot will
appeal to young kids and even
seasoned programmers.
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Room Lookz
Prices vary from $3.99-$24.99,
lockerlookz.com/roomlookz
Room Lookz offers fun room
accessories, such as a gumball
machine, dry erase board,
tape dispenser and lamp.
Why we love it » The accessories
come in a variety of fun patterns.
Spin & Learn Ball Tower
Drop the balls in the ball
tower by VTech, twist the
knob and watch as they spin
around. Why we love it » When
you drop the balls into the tower, it
identifies the animal or color on it.
Flipsies Sandy’s House
& Ocean Cruiser
Sandy’s 2-in-1 play set by
VTech transforms from a
house to an ocean cruiser.
Eight MagicPoint locations
allow her to respond with
fun phrases. Why we love it »
Collect Sandy’s friends and they
will chat with each other.
Go! Go! Smart Friends Busy Kidizoom Smartwatch DX Quick Cups
$14.99, spinmaster.com
Sounds Discovery Home $64.99, vtechkids.com
Turn over a picture card and
VTech’s Miss Norah responds
to the seven MagicPoint
locations located throughout
the house. Why we love it » Add
additional Go! Go! Smart Friends
characters (sold separately) and
they will chat and sing together.
Take photos, play games and,
yes, even learn how to tell
time with this smart watch
by VTech. Why we love it »
This watch has a touch screen.
It’s even splash proof!
stack or line up the cups
to match the picture. Win
the most cards and you win
the game! Why we love it » We
can only imagine the amount of
laughter that goes along with this
intense game by Spin Master.
DigiOwls
DigiOwls by Spin Master
can sing up to 58 beautiful
melodies. Just blow into the
included Whistle Ring and
watch your DigiOwl come
to life. Why we love it » You
can download the DigiBirds app
to unlock even more songs.
Cool Baker Chocolate
Treats Maker
Make yummy chocolate
treats at home with this toy
by Spin Master. Just melt
your favorite chocolate, spin
it to make beautiful designs,
decorate it and freeze it to
set. Why we love it » No oven
or microwave is required!
Meccano Space Quest
15 Model Set
Build a rocket with a moving
gantry using new anodized
metal parts with this set by
Spin Master. There are 14 other models you can make, too.
Why we love it » The set comes
with 260 pieces and two real tools.
Chubby Puppies
Ultimate Dog Park
Use the puppy-powered
elevator to take the Chubby
Puppies by Spin Master to the
top of the slide, or put your
puppy on the swing or merrygo-round for even more fun.
Why we love it » This set comes
with an exclusive Pomeranian
Chubby Puppy and doghouse.
Zoomer Kitty
Zoomer Kitty by Spin
Master has touch sensors
on her head, ears and
cheeks and loves when you
pet her. Why we love it » Your
kitty will wander off if you don’t
give her enough attention.
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Spy Gear Ultimate
Night Vision
See up to 50 feet away with
hands-free night vision
using infrared technology
in this set by Spin Master.
Why we love it » The night vision
scope can be detached from
the head mount and held in your
hand for increased visibility.
Rapidoodle
Players all start out with
the same four shapes and
then doodle over them
to create four unique
pictures in this game of fast
thinking by Spin Master.
Why we love it » In this game, it
pays to think outside the box.
Pop Stream
Think you know all there
is to know about movies?
Test your smarts with this
movie trivia game by Spin
Master. Why we love it » You
can take a selfie and attach it
to your in-game character to
see a fun, animated version.
Text Cool Bracelet Studio
Create and stamp your
own messages, hashtags or
coded text just for you and
your friends with this Spin
Master set. Why we love it »
You can accent your bracelets
with over 30 emoticons.
Paw Patroller
Kinetic Sand
Float—Paradise Island
Using the four plastic molds,
make rafts that sail and
aquatic friends that swim
with this Spin Master favorite.
Why we love it » Kinetic Sand
never dries out and is wheat,
gluten and casein free.
Knits Cool Knitting Studio
The kit by Spin Master has
everything you need to get
started, including fashion
yarn, patterns and accessories.
Why we love it » Once you learn
the knitting method, you can
make your own designs with
different yarn and stitches.
Featuring a working elevator and a fully functional command center, this set by Spin
Master sits four Paw Patrol pups in the driver’s seat and can load up to three vehicles
for transport. Why we love it » Push the button and listen to fun Paw Patrol sounds.
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