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We are so excited to bring you this year’s Toy Insider, your holiday gift guide to the best toys for the kids in your life. The Toy Insider panel of experts has scouted out and played with the best toys and games of the holiday season to help you find the perfect gift.
This year’s guide is packed with a brand new selection of toys for children of all ages. A handy skill key is located on the Hot 20 page, so you can see exactly which skills and developmental benefits kids can gain from each toy.
From baby’s first grab for the TV remote to tweens’ and teens’ pleas for the latest Co-Publishers Jonathan Samet and Laurie Schacht trendy gadget, kids love technology. Following our Hot 20 toy selections is the Top Tech 12—a guide to the best tech toys on the shelves. We’ve got wearable tech, cool new robots, and everything in between.
The following pages contain many of our favorite toys for the holidays, but you’ll find even more if you visit our website, toyinsider.com. There, we’ve included an expanded selection of the best toys of the season, plus product reviews, toy trends, and tons of giveaways! You can also watch videos of Toy Insider Mom Laurie Schacht talking about and demonstrating many of our selections.
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0-2 YEARS
Our Toy Insider panel of experts has selected these as some of the hottest toys for this holiday season. Whether they’re based on a favorite TV show or movie character, 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 please review each age segment and visit our website, toyinsider.com, for even more great holiday toys and gifts for kids of all ages.
GO! GO! SMART ANIMALS ZOO EXPLORERS PLAYSET, 1+ Explore the zoo with the SmartPoint rhino as he responds to the zoo’s seven SmartPoint locations with different phrases, music, and fun sounds. The electronic entrance teaches animal names, animal traits, letters, and colors and plays music. VTECH, www.vtechkids.com
LAUGH & LEARN SMART STAGES CHAIR, 1+ Reward curiosity and encourage experiential learning with three fun ways to play. Content updates automatically and includes songs, phrases, and sounds that match a child’s age and stage of growth. FISHER-PRICE, www.fisher-price.com
LET’S IMAGINE ELMO, 2+ Elmo comes with three hats that unlock different play modes. Place the crown on Elmo’s head to play “Prince Elmo Says,” the cowboy hat to play the “Countin’ Cowboy Game,” or the sea captain hat for a “Sounds of the Sea” game. PLAYSKOOL, www.hasbro.com
TWISTA, 18 MOS+ Twista grows with a child, transitioning from a training bike to a balance bike. It is designed to develop a child’s balance and stability, making it easier to learn to ride a two-wheeled bike without the use of training wheels. YVOLUTION, www.yvolution.com
3-5 YEARS
11-INCH INTERACTIVE TALKING TURTLES, 4+ The heroes in a half shell come to life in 11-inch interactive figures that feature more than 40 phrases and sound effects. Each Turtle recognizes when one of his brothers is talking and will respond. PLAYMATES TOYS, www.playmatestoys.com
DISNEY PRINCESS PALACE PETS: MAGIC DANCE PUMPKIN, 4+ Cinderella’s pet, Pumpkin, comes to life and says more than 12 phrases and sounds, follows movement commands from the light-up magic wand controller, and performs two pre-programmed dance sequences. BLIP TOYS, www.bliptoys.com
DISNEY FROZEN COOL TUNES SING-ALONG BOOMBOX, 3+ Little princesses can sing their hearts out with this boombox inspired by the hit movie, Frozen. Kids can use the real microphone to rock out to built-in music, or connect an audio device to perform a favorite playlist. EKIDS, www.ekids.com
DOC MCSTUFFINS GET BETTER TALKING MOBILE, 3+ Help toys in need just like Doc! A motion-activated siren lights up and plays the “Doc Mobile” song. The Talking Mobile is equipped with a light and sound EKG, a bandage sticker dispenser, a working CB, and a gurney. JUST PLAY, www.justplayproducts.com
DISNEY FROZEN SNOW GLOW ELSA, 3+ This interactive doll emits 15 sounds and phrases from the movie, Frozen. Touch her necklace to light up her dress and raise her left arm to hear her sing 32 seconds of “Let It Go” by Idina Menzel. JAKKS PACIFIC, www.jakks.com
PAW PATROL LOOKOUT HQ, 3+ Bring the Paw Patrol TV series to life! Just like the one featured in every episode, Lookout HQ features a working elevator, a slide, lights, and sounds. The set comes with a Chase figure and a vehicle. SPIN MASTER, www.spinmaster.com
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EVER AFTER HIGH THRONECOMING DOLLS, 6+ Raven Queen, C.A. Cupid, Apple White, and Blondie Lockes have been nominated for Thronecoming Queen, and girls can vote for who they think should be crowned. Each doll is enchanting in a magnificent gown, luxurious makeup, and shimmery hair. MATTEL, www.mattel.com
RAZOR POWERRIDER 360, 8+ The classic three-wheeler powers up for older kids. With the push of a button, riders are cruising, spinning, and drifting thanks to the high-performance dual-inclined rear caster wheels. Zoom up to 9 mph! RAZOR USA, www.razor.com
SHOPKINS SMALL MART PLAYSET, 6+ Shop ’til you drop! Slide groceries down the delivery chute or head to the checkout at the conveyer belt register. The play set includes a shopping cart, two exclusive characters, and a collector’s guide. MOOSE TOYS, www.moosetoys.com
SKYLANDERS TRAP TEAM, 6+ Seek out and defeat the most wanted villains in all of Skylands, pulling them out of the game and into living rooms by capturing them in Traptanium Traps. Then, send villains back into the game to fight for good. ACTIVISION, www.skylanders.com
TSUM TSUM PLUSH COLLECTION, 6+ These collectible, stackable plush come in kids’ favorite Disney characters. Available in three sizes, kids can stack the bean-filled, fuzzy plush to build a tower of cute and cuddly friends. DISNEY STORE, www.disneystore.com
9+ YEARS
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AMIIBO, 10+ With amiibo, Nintendo character figures can interact with compatible Wii U games when players touch them to the Wii U GamePad controller, reading character data into games and saving data to the figure. Collect them all! NINTENDO, www.nintendo.com
DISNEY INFINITY: MARVEL SUPER HEROES (2.0 EDITION), 10+ New Marvel Play Sets and characters allow players to enter the Marvel universe. The Starter Pack includes the 2.0 Edition video game and base; Iron Man, Thor, and Black Widow figures; The Avengers Play Set piece; and two Toy Box game discs. DISNEY INTERACTIVE, www.disney.com/infinity
Social Interaction: Encourage team play and foster close relationships with challenging and competitive activities or shared role-play interactions. Emotional & Social Intelligence: Develop art, music, language, and social skills. Explore creative, imaginative play and role-playing. School Readiness: Support math, logic, and spatial skills. Enhance language, reading, and writing skills. Discover science, nature, and exploration.
IT’S MY BIZ, 9+ Each kit contains the essentials a girl needs to start her own business, including materials to create her products and a business management guide. Start a jewelry boutique, T-shirt shop, cupcake bakery, nail salon, or your own creation! FASHION ANGELS, www.fashionangels.com
LEGO STAR WARS REBELS THE GHOST, 9+ Battle the Empire with the Rebel heroes’ starship, as seen in the Star Wars: Rebels animated TV series. The ship features a 360-degree rotating gun terret, spring-loaded shooters, ejecting space pods, and four new minifigures. THE LEGO GROUP, www.lego.com
Smart Tech: Enhance knowledge of computers, programming, music, digital imaging, communication, the Internet, geography, and world events.
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Development of Large & Small Motor Skills: Improve hand-eye coordination skills with detailed active play, develop balance and dexterity, and improve physical awareness.
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AIR STORM FIRETEK BOW, 8+ Hook the whistle-screaming arrow into the safe and secure fast-load loops, then pull back and watch as the FireTek Bow lights up the sky and sends arrows screaming through the air up to 145 feet. ZING TOYS, www.zingtoys.com
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These forward-thinking tech-based toys incorporate the latest in digital play, creativity, and innovation.
CRAYOLA VIRTUAL DESIGN PRO FASHION COLLECTION, 6+ Draw a design in the sketchbook within the silhouette of a fashion model and bring it to life on a smart device with the app. Showcase your designs in a fashion show on a virtual runway. CRAYOLA, www.crayola.com
VEX ROBOTICS—HEXBUG, 8+ Encourages STEM learning through hands-on play as kids construct and program their very own jumbo-sized Hexbug. Drive the robot with the remote control, or watch the Strandbeast scurry around on its own in autonomous mode. HEXBUG, www.hexbug.com
INNOTAB MAX, 4+ This 7-inch Android tablet comes preloaded with 18 learning apps. Wi-Fi capability lets kids explore online games, videos, and websites that have been pre-selected by VTech. VTech Kid Connect allows parents and kids to send messages to one another. VTECH, www.vtechkids.com
KIDIZOOM SMARTWATCH, 4+ Kids can take photos and videos and use the touchscreen to get creative with photo effects, frames, and filters. It includes an alarm, a voice recorder, and four learning games, with more available for download. VTECH, www.vtechkids.com
KURIO XTREME, 6+ This 7-inch Wi-Fi-enabled Android tablet includes 10 Kurio Motion games, the first body motion games on a tablet. It also comes loaded with e-books, music, apps, and kid-safe social content, including email. TECHNO SOURCE, www.kurioworld.com
LEAPBAND, 4+ This activity tracker gets kids moving with 50 different activities and challenges. The more kids move, the more they can unlock, including games, challenges, and virtual rewards for their on-screen pet. LEAPFROG, www.leapfrog.com
LEAPTV, 3+ Get minds and bodies up and active with three ways to play: motion, pointer, and classic controller. LeapTV is the only educational active video game system designed just for kids, with a library featuring more than 100 games. LEAPFROG, www.leapfrog.com
LEGO FUSION TOWN MASTER, 7+ Create restaurants, shops, fire stations, and more with real Lego bricks on the special Lego Fusion baseplate, then bring the structure to life on a smart device with the Lego Fusion Town Master app. THE LEGO GROUP, www.lego.com
MIP, 8+ This interactive robot navigates its surroundings while controlled by hand movements using GestureSense technology or through a Bluetooth link to any smart device. Play games, make MiP dance, or watch it balance objects on the included tray. WOWWEE, www.wowwee.com
NERF N-STRIKE ELITE NERF CAM ECS-12 BLASTER, 9+ This motorized blaster fires a steady stream of darts up to 85 feet. With the built-in camera, kids can record and store up to 100 minutes of video or take up to 2,000 photos. HASBRO, www.hasbro.com
SKY VIPER CAMERA DRONE, 12+ Take bird’s-eye-view photos from 100 feet in the air with this high-tech, hobby grade, four-blade R/C copter. The built-in camera records up to 30 minutes of video with 180-degree adjustable viewing. SKYROCKET TOYS, www.skyrockettoys.com
ZOOMER DINO—BOOMER, 5+ Play with Boomer in autonomous mode via the sensors in his nose, or pick up the control pod to send him on an attack. He shows his moods through his color changing eyes, and can even bust a move. SPIN MASTER, www.spinmaster.com
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INFANTS & TODDLERS 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 baby to crawl or walk. Seek out toys that offer experimentation with colors, shapes, sounds, and textures. Offer opportunities for handeye coordination, motor skills, language recognition, and nurturing. Toys that grow with a child are a plus.
3-IN-1 BOUNCE, STRIDE & RIDE ELEPHANT, 9 MOS+ This toy features three ways to play: It bounces while babies sit, supports babies as a walker, and is a baby-powered ride-on. It features big, soft ears; rattles; music; sounds; and lights. FISHER-PRICE, www.fisher-price.com
ALEX TOYS SOUND & PLAY BUSY TABLE, 18 MOS.+ This wooden toy lets kids pound, slide, peek, explore, and make music with eight activities, including a xylophone and a drum. Features include peek-a-boo doors, spinning gears, a bead maze, track sliders, and a wooden mallet. ALEX BRANDS, www.alextoys.com
BAA-BAA BARN, 2+ This musical barn features four songs and cow, pig, sheep, and horse figures. Kids can swirl balls down the silo, open and close the doors, spin the windmill, and carry the entire barn by the handle. BATTAT, www.mybtoys.com
BOIKIDO WOODEN MULTI-ACTIVITY CENTER, 1+ This easy-to-carry multi-activity center features a bead coaster, a shape sorter, a maze, and a puzzle to encourage kids’ hand-eye coordination, problem solving, and fine motor skills. GORGEOUS PRODUCTS, www.boikido.com
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BUBBLE GUPPIES CHECKUP CENTER, 18 MOS+ Kids can have fun taking care of Bubble Puppy in the Check-Up Center play set. The set features sounds, phrases, an elevator, a ramp, a wheelchair, and a light-up X-ray machine. FISHER-PRICE, www.fisher-price.com BUILD A SERIES, 18 MOS+ With these wooden construction toys kids can build a helicopter, fire truck, or police car and then pull it apart. The Build A Series helps develop kids’ fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. SMART GEAR, www.smartgeartoys.com
EARLYEARS: MY FIRST CONSTRUCTION SET, 6 MOS+ This set features a rattle stop sign, a crinkle boulder, a dump truck with a lift-up back, a mirror under the hardhat, and a squeaker safety cone that all store in a fabric bag. INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS, www.earlyears.com
GIDDY-UP & PLAY, 9 MOS+ This soft pony engages babies’ senses and enhances skill development. Babies can pat, pull, and climb on the pony, which features rattles, teethers, crinkle fabric, and fringe, and plays trotting and neighing sounds. MELISSA & DOUG, www.melissaanddoug.com
GREEN TOYS TRAIN, 2+ This sturdy locomotive is made from recycled plastic milk jugs. The brightly colored train pulls two additional cars that link together or easily unhook for stand-alone play. The set includes two conductor bear figures. GREEN TOYS, www.greentoys.com LAMAZE SIT UP AND SEE ACTIVITY GYM, 0+ This all-in-one system grows with baby and can be positioned flat or propped up. The mobile spins and the sun mirror lights up and plays a fun ocean song. The gym includes three removable plush toys. TOMY, www.lamazetoys.com
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LIGHT & SOUND LOTTY PLAYMAT & ACTIVITY GYM, 0+ This playmat includes 16 interactive features that engage babies’ senses, such as touch and hearing. It also encourages tummy time with Lotty's detachable, padded head. MAMAS & PAPAS, www.mamasandpapas.com MEGA BLOKS FIRST BUILDERS FAST TRACKS RACEWAY, 1+ Little racecar drivers can mix, match, and build with the included blocks, tracks, and race cars while the colorful stickers let kids create even more fun. The cars screech and vroom through the raceways as fans cheer. MEGA BRANDS, www.megabloks.com MY FIRST CRAYOLA GROW-WITH-ME EASEL, 2+ This two-sided easel features a dry-erase board and a chalkboard and folds easily for storage and traveling. The easel includes a paper clip for art projects and storage for art supplies. GROW'N UP LTD., www.grow-n-up.com
PIPSQUIGZ, 6 MOS+ pipSquigz suction to smooth surfaces for kids to tug, push, shake, pull, and chew when teething. They feature bright colors, ridges, bumps, and rattles and can stick together. pipSquigz are dishwasher safe. FAT BRAIN TOYS, www.fatbraintoyco.com
RAZOR JR. TWISTI, 18 MOS+ Kids sit on the blue Little Buzz or pink Lady Buzz, rest their feet, and move the handlebars side to side to propel forward. Twisti’s eyes follow along, moving back and forth. RAZOR USA, www.razor.com
REXIE, 1+ Rexie is 13 inches tall and made of soft fabric. Rexie’s fun, lighthearted expression makes him a great addition to a playroom or bedroom. GUND, www.gund.com
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SMART SHOTS SPORTS CENTER, 1+ With this two-inone play set kids can score goals and shoot baskets while a magic sensor keeps count up to 10. Kids can also turn the gears and press buttons for learning and musical fun. VTECH, www.vtechkids.com
STOW ’N GO KART, 1+ This three-in-one cart stores toys, acts as luggage, and lets kids ride. Its colorful design attracts kids and the safe construction provides peace of mind for parents. It features an extended handle and a lockable compartment. BLUE BOX TOYS, shop.bkidsfun.com
TOUCH ’N GO RACERS, 2+ Kids can touch the marked areas on the vehicle for different sound effects and actions. With the press of a button, kids can honk the horn, rev the engine, and watch it go. LITTLE TIKES, www.littletikes.com
TWILIGHT NOAH’S ARK, 0+ During the day, kids can remove Noah’s Ark’s top and play with the included plush characters. At night, the Ark projects a starry night scene on ceilings and walls and features a 45-minute timer. CLOUD B, www.cloudb.com
TWINKLING FIREFLY FROG, 0+ Fireflies twinkle in this cuddly frog’s belly to create a magical glow that helps ease children’s fear of the dark and ensures a complete night of restful sleep. Two soothing sound options help children transition from playtime to bedtime. CLOUD B, www.cloudb.com WIBBLE WOBBLES, 1+ Wibble Wobbles’ balanced design allows for these inviting wooden figures to be pushed, wobbled, and scooted across surfaces. Wibble Wobbles are available in dog, mouse, and bird styles. HABA, www.habausa.com
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BARBIE ENTREPRENEUR, 3+ Barbie has started her own business, so she always has her smartphone, tablet, and briefcase by her side. The doll wears a sophisticated dress, an elegant hairstyle, a glam necklace, and a clutch. MATTEL, www.mattel.com
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PRESCHOOL 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, exercising their bodies and their spirit of adventure. Social and emotional skills are emerging, so music, arts and crafts, teamwork, and language skills are important to build self-esteem. Toys that teach vocabulary and 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 TV shows, and toys that reflect these characters are a pretty safe bet.
BIG HERO 6 DELUXE, 4+ Based on the Disney feature film, Baymax features lights, sounds, 20 points of articulation, a launching rocket fist, and more. Attach the included Hiro Hamada figure to Baymax’s back to unlock additional sounds. BANDAI AMERICA, www.bandai.com
BUNGEES, 4+ Bungees are characters that are formed from the core of the Earth with an inner magnetism that helps them secure new territory. Kids play by aiming Bungees at scoring targets to capture disks and win. JAZWARES, www.jazwares.com
CREATIVITY CAN COLLECTION, 4+ Kids can craft anything they can imagine with these kits full of open-ended materials. The Big Creativity Can includes more than 100 pieces, while Motion, Stories, Build, Art, Music, and Critters Cans are tailored to kids’ interests. FABER-CASTELL, www.fabercastell.com
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DISNEY FROZEN ELSA MUSICAL LIGHT UP DRESS, 3+ Frozen fans can look just like Princess Elsa in this icy blue dress that lights up and plays the song “Let It Go!” The gown is motionactivated and has snowflake glitter details. JAKKS PACIFIC, www.jakks.com DOC MCSTUFFINS WALK ’N TALK DOC MOBILE DOLL, 3+ Doc comes to the rescue as she walks, talks, and sings when kids push the siren on her mobile clinic. Her friend Lambie is included, who talks and sings along with Doc. JUST PLAY, www.justplayproducts.com
DISNEY PRINCESS POP-UP MAGIC CASTLE GAME, 3+ This 3-D board game allows kids to play as Disney Princesses, including Ariel, Belle, Aurora, and Snow White. Kids navigate the game’s twists and turns, and whoever reaches the magical pop-up castle wins. HASBRO, www.hasbro.com FISHER-PRICE LITTLE PEOPLE PHOTO DISCOVERY, 3+ This educational matching game takes kids on an adventure with the Little People friends to discover a world of cute animals. The game includes a Discovery Camera and 20 photo slides. TCG, www.tcgtoys.com
FOREVER ELF FASHIONS— ELFITS, 3+ Kids can dress up their favorite 10-inch Elf Magic Elves in the perfect Elfit for any occasion. The collection allows kids to create more than 100 different Elfits to promote hours of imaginative play. ELF MAGIC, www.elf-magic.com
GRUNTING PIG PUPPET, 3+ This specialty puppet is silky, authentic-looking, and entertaining. This little piggy makes funny grunting noises and comes to life as its snout, mouth, and front trotters are moved around. FOLKMANIS, www.folkmanis.com
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HEXBUG AQUABOT 2.0 THE HARBOUR, 3+ Kids can give their Aquabots an interactive environment to live in with this customizable tank, which features a launcher to propel the smart fish across the harbour. Includes two hammerhead sharks that glow. HEXBUG, www.hexbug.com IMAGINEXT SUPERNOVA BATTLE ROVER, 3+ Kids can drive, steer, and go to battle in this oversized six-wheel motorized firing spaceship. It features a large claw arm, light-up alien-holding chambers, a spinning front drill, a rotating saw, and more. FISHER-PRICE, www.fisher-price.com JOHN DEERE GEAR FORCE HARVEST ACTION COMBINE, 3+ This play set features sounds, lights, and the ability to pick up hay bales and pop them out of a hopper. It includes two figures, a bull, and accessories. TOMY INTERNATIONAL, www.tomy.com LEGO JUNIORS BATMAN DEFEND THE BATCAVE, 4+ Tailor-made for a young builder’s transition from Duplo to classic Lego building, the set features the Batcave, The Joker’s catapult, the Batmobile, a prison cell, and Batman, Robin, and The Joker minifigures with assorted weapons. THE LEGO GROUP, www.lego.com LITE-BRITE, 4+ This new edition of the classic illumination toy has updated features and enhancements, such as new peg shapes, brighter images, and blinking effects. It also includes six reusable pattern templates and a storage container. THE BRIDGE DIRECT, www.thebridgedirect.com LITTLE SCHOLAR, 3+ This kids’ tablet includes 150 educational apps that provide users with lessons based on core curriculum subjects, including videos, songs, and e-books. Parents can use an app management tool to track their child’s progress. SCHOOL ZONE, www.schoolzone.com
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LOOPA, 3+ This two-in-one balance bike to scooter grows with a child. In balance bike mode, kids develop motor skills and build confidence. Converts easily to a kidpowered scooter. Oversized wheels provide a smooth ride while adjustable handlebars ensure a perfect fit. YVOLUTION, www.yvolution.com LUM LUMS LIGHT UP FASHION BOUTIQUE, 4+ Girls can dress up their Lum Lums in different outfits and accessories and then model their favorites in front of the light-up mirror. This set doubles as a nightlight when kids press the moon button. IMPERIAL TOY, www.lum-lums.com
MARVEL’S GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY BIG BLASTIN’ ROCKET RACCOON, 4+ Kids can relive the action from Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy with this 8-inch electronic action figure. Equipped with his signature weapon, Rocket Raccoon comes to life with lights, voice, and sounds. HASBRO, www.hasbro.com
MEGA BLOKS BARBIE’S UNDERWATER CASTLE, 4+ Kids can build a twolevel palace and decorate it with sparking seashells and glittering blocks. Water will make Mermaid Barbie’s tail change color and both included mini fashion figures have moveable tails. MEGA BRANDS, www.megabloks.com PLANES FIRE & RESCUE U-COMMAND DUSTY, 4+ Kids can control Dusty to make him talk and move forward, left, right, or in reverse. His propeller spins with engine and flight sounds, and his eyes and mouth move when he speaks. THINKWAY TOYS, www.thinkwaytoys.com PRINCESS SOFIA AND WALKING MINIMUS, 3+ With this R/C Princess Sofia and Walking Minimus, kids can take their favorite Sofia the First characters on new adventures. Using the remote control, kids can make Minimus walk and flap his wings. JADA TOYS, www.jadatoysinc.com
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ROAD RIPPERS PISTON THUMPER, 3+ Kids can hit the road in licensed vehicles with oversized engines and lightup piston popping action. No road trip is complete without motorized driving and great music, and Piston Thumper offers both. TOY STATE, www.toystate.com
ROCKIN’ RIDER PATRIOT ROCKING HORSE, 3+ This rocking horse features soft plush over a lightweight and sturdy foam core. The pony moves his mouth and swishes his tail. When kids press his ear, Patriot sings a song, says two phrases, and makes horse sounds. TEK NEK TOYS INTERNATIONAL, www.teknektoys.com
SMARTMAX MEGA BALL RUN, 3+ This set teaches kids about magnetism and includes a slide, metallic balls, bright-colored tubes, and colorful magnetic bars in different sizes. All pieces are compatible with other SmartMax sets. SMART TOYS AND GAMES, www.smartmaxusa.com
THE HAPPY’S, 4+ Boys and girls can have the pet they’ve always wanted with these interactive puppy and kitty plush pals that will beg, pounce, run, chase their tails, or spin when shown their “Happy’s Treat.” CEPIA LLC, www.cepia.com
THOMAS & FRIENDS TRACKMASTER AVALANCHE ESCAPE SET, 3+ Thomas’ motorized engine will bring him to taller heights and greater speeds around this 5-foot track. The set includes two track adaptors for expansion with other models. FISHER-PRICE, www.fisher-price.com VRÜM, 3+ This ride-on doubles as a portable storage unit for kids. Choose from SpiderMan, Iron Man, Batman, Dora the Explorer, SpongeBob SquarePants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and Disney Princess styles. WICKED COOL TOYS, www.wickedcooltoys.com
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AIR HOGS ROLLERCOPTER, 8+ This new R/C enables pilots to roll along the ground, up walls, and along the ceiling. The protective cage allows the copter to smash, bash, and crash and still continue to fly. SPIN MASTER, www.airhogs.com
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GRADE SCHOOL Grade-schoolers are expanding their worlds into a broad community 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. Technology begins to play a much larger role for this age group, and robotics, R/C vehicles, and app-driven products come into play for both boys and girls. These kids are ready to build and create with their hands and minds.
ANGRY BIRDS STELLA TELEPODS TREEHOUSE PLAYSET GAME, 6+ Put the piggies on their perches and launch the female Angry Birds using the launcher. Then, place a bird onto the Telepods base, scan it using a smart device, and play as that bird in the Angry Birds Stella app. HASBRO, www.hasbro.com ASSEMBLY LINE POWER BUILDS, 6+ These motorized model kits are battery-operated vehicles that snap together quickly. Kids can choose from seven easy-to-build models, create it, and watch it ride. No painting, gluing, or tools are required. MAISTO INTERNATIONAL, www.maisto.com
BATTROBORG WARRIORS, 6+ Kids can slice through the air with the wireless remote to control the sword-wielding robot warrior, which features interchangeable custom armor. The arena set is available in two styles: Samurai vs. Ninja, or Viking vs. Knight. TOMY INTERNATIONAL, us.battroborg.com
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DOHVINCI STYLE & STORE VANITY KIT, 6+ Kids can customize the vanity with the Styler tool and Deco Pops for unique designs. Once the DohVinci design is complete, the vanity is perfect for storing jewelry, notes, and other keepsakes. HASBRO, www.hasbro.com
EXTREME BEAST, 8+ The Extreme Beast is a 13inch hobby-grade R/C with off-roading capabilities. With 2.4 GHz full-function radio control, proportional speed control, coil-over shocks, and a lightweight body, this R/C handles like a champ. MAISTO INTERNATIONAL, www.maisto.com GEEK & CO. ULTRALIGHT AIRPLANES, 6+ Construct flying gliders with ultralight plastic and bamboo parts. Build five different types of planes with different wing configurations to learn how wings provide lift and how planes stay up in the air. THAMES AND KOSMOS, www.thamesandkosmos.com
GOLDIEBLOX AND THE BUILDER’S SURVIVAL KIT, 7+ With more than 190 pieces, the Survival Kit houses Goldie’s notes, blueprints, ideas, and sketches. Kids can meet her family, friends, and pets and read along to learn how to make Goldie’s quirky creations. GOLDIEBLOX, www.goldieblox.com
GRAPHIC SKINZ DESIGN STUDIO, 6+ Give ordinary objects customized designs. Using the motorized design chamber, kids can apply custom skins to small 3-D objects such as cars, figurines, jewelry, and phone cases. MEGA BRANDS, www.graphicskinz.com GRAVITY MAZE, 8+ Players can arrange colorful and translucent towers in different ways, but only one design will successfully carry the marble to its target. The 60 challenges require visual perception and reasoning skills to solve. THINKFUN, www.thinkfun.com
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GYROBOT, 6+ Kids can build seven motorized models, including a robot and a gyrocompass. These models all feature a motor-driven gyroscope, which helps teach kids about the science and importance of gyroscopic devices. THAMES AND KOSMOS, www.thamesandkosmos.com HOT WHEELS HIGH JUMP FRENZY R/C, 8+ This custom Hot Wheels off-road buggy delivers full-function R/C driving action. Trigger dramatic high jump and 360-degree spin features at the push of a button. This edgy toy has many features to expand the play. TOY STATE, www.toystate.com
HOT WHEELS AIRBRUSH AUTO DESIGN CUSTOM KIT, 6+ Racers can easily customize and transform their Hot Wheels cars in less than a minute. The kit features five removable Graphic Fusion decals with designs that can be applied using the Car Design Machine and water. MATTEL, www.mattel.com
K’NEX 70 MODEL BUILDING SET, 7+ Kids can build 70 unique models, including planes, cars, and sea creatures. The set includes more than 700 classic K'NEX rods and connectors, which kids can store in the storage treasure chest. K’NEX, www.knex.com KURIO PHONE, 8+ This smartphone lets kids call and send texts, surf the web safely, download apps and games, and more. Parental controls include managing incoming and outgoing calls and geolocation features so parents know where their children are. TECHNO SOURCE, www.kurioworld.com
LALALOOPSY GIRLS, 6+ Each collectible Lalaloopsy Girls doll has her own quirky personality and comes with a pet, a pair of pajamas, and hair accessories. Their lanyard hair also changes color in water. MGA ENTERTAINMENT, www.mgae.com
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LEGO FRIENDS JUNGLE BRIDGE RESCUE, 7+ The Lego Friends are on a rescue mission outside of Heartlake City and into the jungle with new animal friends. The set includes a helicopter, a vehicle, and male and female mini dolls. THE LEGO GROUP, www.lego.com
LITTLE LIVE PETS BIRD CAGE, 6+ Each Little Live Pets bird fits in the palm of your hand, responds to touch, makes 30 different sounds, and has a chatter back recording feature. The cage has a handle to take on the go. MOOSE TOYS, www.moosetoys.com
MAX TOW TRUCK, 6+ This truck can push and pull up to 200 pounds and climb over almost any obstacle. It also includes 50 phrases and sounds and an app with two ways to play with a virtual truck. JAKKS PACIFIC, www.jakks.com
MAX TRAXXX TRACER RACERS 24-FOOT DUAL LOOP SET, 6+ Tracer Racers utilize Light Trail Technology as they blaze streaks of light on glow-in-the-dark tracks. This set includes 24 feet of glowin-the-dark track, two Tracer Racers, and an electronic finish gate. SKULLDUGGERY, www.skullduggery.com MINECRAFT PAPERCRAFT 90-PIECE OVERWORLD DELUXE SET, 8+ Fans can bridge the crossover from the screen to the physical space by building the virtual world of the Minecraft game. Papercraft allows kids to build creations in true 1:16 game-scale. JAZWARES, www.jazwares.com MY LITTLE PONY EQUESTRIA GIRLS DOLLS THAT ROCK, 6+ Kids can make Pinkie Pie, Twilight Sparkle, or Adagio Dazzle dolls high five and come to life, singing the My Little Pony Equestria Girls song. Each doll comes with fashion accessories and a musical instrument. HASBRO, www.hasbro.com
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MY MONOPOLY, 8+ Personalize your own Monopoly game in minutes! With the My Monopoly app or website, kids can customize property spaces, game tokens, Chance cards, and Community Chest cards to include their favorite people, places, and things. HASBRO, www.hasbro.com NOOMIE, 6+ Kids can pop on one of Noomie’s six themed accessories and watch her come to life as she takes on fun and exciting personalities, movements, and sounds based on each accessory. WOWWEE, www.wowwee.com
PICTOPIA: DISNEY EDITION, 6+ This trivia game features 1,000 questions covering the world of Disney. Players place wagers based on knowledge of Disney Parks, classic films, and more, and then work together or by themselves to answer questions. WONDER FORGE, www.wonderforge.com
ROOMINATE CHATEAU, 6+ Roominate Chateau has a motor for moving parts in this buildable house. It includes more circuits than previous kits and new pieces including new dolls, pets, wheels, axles, arches, walls, and a string of lights. ROOMINATE, www.roominatetoy.com SCIENCE X FUELING FUTURE CARS, 8+ This automotive engineering kit comes with all the tools kids need to build an electric Mercedes-Benz and drive through nine science-based activities. Young scientists will learn about fuel cells, alternative energy sources, and automotive engineering. RAVENSBURGER USA, www.ravensburger.com SHARK MANIA, 6+ Players grab gold and race to Shipwreck Island while the shark crashes through the path and knocks players out of the game. The pirate that makes it to the island with the most gold wins. SPIN MASTER, www.spinmaster.com
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SPRÜKITS LEVEL 2, 8+ These highly detailed action figure model kits snap together without glue, paint, or scissors. Each has three different skill levels of construction play available in DC Comics, Microsoft’s Halo, or TV Tokyo’s LBX characters. BANDAI AMERICA, www.bandai.com THE EXTRAORDINAIRES DESIGN STUDIO— INVENTIONS, 8+ Players choose from six character cards that include a ninja, a wizard, and a pirate, and six project cards that tell players what to draw. The set encourages creative thinking to solve problems. THE CREATIVITY HUB, www.extraordinaires.com
THE BEATRIX GIRLS— LONDON TOUR, 6+ Each doll comes with a dollsized instrument and a fashionable outfit with patterns and designs inspired by the 1960s Mod scene in London. New British-inspired ’60s pop songs are also available. POPSTAR CLUB, www.thebeatrixgirls.com THE ORIGINAL SUPER SPIROGRAPH, 8+ With interchangeable SpiroTracks, kids can create unique pattern shapes, taking designs to a new level. The set comes with more than 75 pieces, a durable storage case, and a metal die-cast commemorative No. 50 wheel. KAHOOTZ TOYS, www.kahootztoys.com
THREADZ CRAFT KITS, 6+ Kids can hook a stylish beanie, scarf, or purse using new, improved, all-plastic, reusable looms. The line includes three craft kits and new mini kits with colorful yarn. PLASMART, www.plasmarttoys.com
TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION STOMP & CHOMP GRIMLOCK, 6+ Kids can easily convert this 20-inch Grimlock robot into dino-mode in one step. Watch as the figure’s jaw really chomps and its eyes light up. Also included is a non-converting Optimus Prime figure. HASBRO, www.hasbro.com
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ALEX TOYS SKETCH IT NAIL PENS SALON, 9+ Kids can sketch and paint their nails, and create designs using color-in appliques that they peel, stick, and fill in with precision-tipped pens. Each kit also includes nail gems, a nail file, and more. ALEX TOYS, www.alextoys.com
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TWEENS 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 archery, jewelry design, or app programming, get kids thinking in different ways, expanding their minds and abilities. Parents and caregivers are still key role models for this age group, so remain present and involved in their passions.
ANKI DRIVE, 9+ This racing game features a vinyl track, cars, and two modes of play. Players race against each other or the AI car using mobile devices to control the cars. The vehicles have weapons they can shoot and shields for protection. ANKI, www.anki.com
CATCH PHRASE DECADES, 12+ This party game has a built-in timer and scorekeeper, and features phrases from different decades up to the present. Players shout, gesture, and say anything but the answer to help their team guess the phrase correctly. HASBRO, www.hasbro.com
CRAYOLA PAINT MAKER, 9+ This interactive kit provides everything kids need to make 15 unique paint colors. Use the mixing guide to create a color or make up something totally new. Kit includes 75 color strips in three colors: red, blue, and yellow. CRAYOLA, www.crayola.com
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DESIGN YOUR OWN JEWELRY, 9+ Kids can customize jewelry to fit their personal style. Decorate the charms with unique designs and sparkling crystals. All necklaces, bracelets, and rings can be worn in different ways. SUGAR LULU, www.sugarlulu.com HELI BEAST, 10+ This two-channel, R/C indoor helicopter features a pair of main rotors and precision speed control for stability and smooth flying. It can walk, turn in any direction, and launch with the touch of a button. SILVERLIT, www.silverlit.com
HEXBUG TONY HAWK CIRCUIT BOARDS, 9+ This fingerboard set includes a motorized skateboard deck, a remote control, and a halfpipe. It also features a removable remote-controlled power axle, collectible boards, and exclusive Tony Hawk Birdhouse graphics. HEXBUG, www.hexbug.com
HYPERSPEED HANGTIME ROLLER COASTER BUILDING SET, 9+ More than 600 K’NEX pieces form a roller coaster that stands more than 2.5 feet high, featuring 18 feet of track and an inverted blaster motor. Kids can also download instructions to build a second coaster. K'NEX, www.knex.com JUMPING SUMO, 14+ This connected rover can roll, zig zag, jump more than 31 inches into the air, and perform 180-degree turns. It has an embedded camera as well as wheels that open and retract. The corresponding app lets users program actions. PARROT, www.parrot.com
NERF REBELLE AGENT BOW, 9+ The set includes foam arrows that soar up to 85 feet and whistle, and a bow that features a glowing red dot for aiming accuracy. It also includes a separate decoder and a detachable quiver. HASBRO, www.hasbro.com
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OLLIE, 9+ Ollie is an app-controlled robot engineered to roll at high speeds. It can spin, drift, flip over objects, and do other app-powered tricks. Ollie is also customizable with switchable tires and hubcaps. ORBOTIX, www.gosphero.com
POP! MARVEL: GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VINYL BOBBLEHEAD FIGURES, 14+ These vinyl bobblehead collectibles stand 3.75 inches tall and come in a window display box. The line features Star-Lord, Rocket Raccoon, Groot, Drax, and Gamora. FUNKO, www.funko.com SELFIE, 13+ In this hilarious party game, a player draws a card and takes a selfie, and the other players must use their cards to guess his or her expression. The favorite guess gets a point, and the player with the most points wins. USAOPOLY, www.usaopoly.com
PULSE PERFORMANCE ELECTRIC SCOOTER— REVERB, 9+ This electric scooter has 24 volts of power that can propel kids up to 10 mph. The twopiece deck with traction pad keeps feet safely planted and in control. BRAVO SPORTS, www.pulsescooters.com STRIKE A POSE, 10+ In this party game, one player is the Statue Collector, who must figure out what other players are posing as. Everyone gets their poses from category cards, including a superhero, the tooth fairy, and more. R&R GAMES, www.rnrgames.com
SUNSET GHOST SKATEBOARD, 9+ This skateboard features a clear deck made of strong transparent polycarbonate. White wheels with LED lights are powered by the wheels’ spinning motion, and can glow up to 100,000 hours. SUNSET SKATEBOARDS, www.sunsetskateboards.com
Shopping Guide for the Holidays 3-IN-1 BOUNCE, STRIDE & RIDE ELEPHANT
JOHN DEERE GEAR FORCE HARVEST ACTION COMBINE
ALEX TOYS SOUND & PLAY BUSY TABLE
HAPPY NAPPERS KIDIZOOM SMARTWATCH
BAA-BAA BARN
LEAPBAND
MAX TRAXXX TRACER RACERS 24-FOOT DUAL LOOP SET MINECRAFT PAPERCRAFT 90-PIECE OVERWORLD DELUXE SET
BOIKIDO WOODEN MULTI-ACTIVITY CENTER
LEAPTV
MIP
BUBBLE GUPPIES CHECK-UP CENTER
LEGO JUNIORS BATMAN DEFEND THE BATCAVE
MY LITTLE PONY EQUESTRIA GIRLS DOLLS THAT ROCK
BUILD A SERIES
LITE-BRITE
MY MONOPOLY
EARLYEARS: MY FIRST CONSTRUCTION SET
LITTLE SCHOLAR
NOOMIE
GIDDY-UP & PLAY
LOOPA
PICTOPIA: DISNEY EDITION
GO! GO! SMART ANIMALS ZOO EXPLORERS PLAYSET
LUM LUMS LIGHT UP FASHION BOUTIQUE
RAZOR POWERRIDER 360
GREEN TOYS TRAIN
MARVEL’S GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY BIG BLASTIN’ ROCKET RACCOON
ROOMINATE CHATEAU
LAMAZE SIT UP AND SEE ACTIVITY GYM
MEGA BLOKS BARBIE’S UNDERWATER CASTLE
SCIENCE X FUELING FUTURE CARS
LAUGH & LEARN SMART STAGES CHAIR
PAW PATROL LOOKOUT HQ
SHARK MANIA
LET’S IMAGINE ELMO
PLANES FIRE & RESCUE U-COMMAND DUSTY
SHOPKINS SMALL MART PLAYSET
LIGHT & SOUND LOTTY PLAYMAT & ACTIVITY GYM
PRINCESS SOFIA AND WALKING MINIMUS
SKYLANDERS TRAP TEAM
MEGA BLOKS FIRST BUILDERS FAST TRACKS RACEWAY
ROAD RIPPERS PISTON THUMPER
SPRÜKITS LEVEL 2
MY FIRST CRAYOLA GROW-WITH-ME EASEL
ROCKIN’ RIDER PATRIOT ROCKING HORSE
THE BEATRIX GIRLS—LONDON TOUR
PIPSQUIGZ
SMARTMAX MEGA BALL RUN
THE EXTRAORDINAIRES DESIGN STUDIO— INVENTIONS
RAZOR JR. TWISTI
THE HAPPY’S
THE ORIGINAL SUPER SPIROGRAPH
REXIE
THOMAS & FRIENDS TRACKMASTER AVALANCHE ESCAPE SET
THREADZ CRAFT KITS
SMART SHOTS SPORTS CENTER
VRÜM
TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION STOMP & CHOMP GRIMLOCK
STOW ’N GO KART
ZOOMER DINO—BOOMER
TSUM TSUM PLUSH COLLECTION
TOUCH ’N GO RACERS
AIR HOGS ROLLERCOPTER
VEX ROBOTICS—HEXBUG
TWILIGHT NOAH’S ARK
AIR STORM FIRETEK BOW
ALEX TOYS SKETCH IT NAIL PENS SALON
TWINKLING FIREFLY FROG
ANGRY BIRDS STELLA TELEPODS TREEHOUSE PLAYSET GAME
AMIIBO
TWISTA
ASSEMBLY LINE POWER BUILDS
ANKI DRIVE
WIBBLE WOBBLES
BATTROBORG WARRIORS
CATCH PHRASE DECADES
11-INCH INTERACTIVE TALKING TURTLES
CRAYOLA VIRTUAL DESIGN PRO FASHION COLLECTION
CRAYOLA PAINT MAKER
BARBIE ENTREPRENEUR
DOHVINCI STYLE & STORE VANITY KIT
DESIGN YOUR OWN JEWELRY
BIG HERO 6 DELUXE
EVER AFTER HIGH THRONECOMING DOLLS
DISNEY INFINITY: MARVEL SUPER HEROES (2.0 EDITION)
BUNGEES
EXTREME BEAST
HELI BEAST
CREATIVITY CAN COLLECTION
GEEK & CO. ULTRALIGHT AIRPLANES
MAX TOW TRUCK
GOLDIEBLOX AND THE BUILDER’S SURVIVAL KIT
HYPERSPEED HANGTIME ROLLER COASTER BUILDING SET
DISNEY FROZEN ELSA MUSICAL LIGHT UP DRESS
GRAPHIC SKINZ DESIGN STUDIO
IT’S MY BIZ
DISNEY FROZEN SNOW GLOW ELSA
GRAVITY MAZE
JUMPING SUMO
DISNEY PRINCESS PALACE PETS: MAGIC DANCE PUMPKIN
GYROBOT
LEGO STAR WARS REBELS THE GHOST
DISNEY PRINCESS POP-UP MAGIC CASTLE GAME
HOT WHEELS AIRBRUSH AUTO DESIGN CUSTOM KIT
NERF N-STRIKE ELITE NERF CAM ECS-12 BLASTER
DOC MCSTUFFINS GET BETTER TALKING MOBILE
HOT WHEELS HIGH JUMP FRENZY R/C
NERF REBELLE AGENT BOW
DOC MCSTUFFINS WALK ’N TALK DOC MOBILE DOLL
K’NEX 70 MODEL BUILDING SET
OLLIE
FISHER-PRICE LITTLE PEOPLE PHOTO DISCOVERY
KURIO PHONE
FOREVER ELF FASHIONS—ELFITS,MONKEY
KURIO XTREME
GRUNTING PIG PUPPET
LALALOOPSY GIRLS
POP! MARVEL: GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VINYL BOBBLEHEAD FIGURES PULSE PERFORMANCE ELECTRIC SCOOTER— REVERB
HEXBUG AQUABOT 2.0 THE HARBOUR
LEGO FRIENDS JUNGLE BRIDGE RESCUE
SKY VIPER CAMERA DRONE
IMAGINEXT SUPERNOVA BATTLE ROVER
LEGO FUSION TOWN MASTER
STRIKE A POSE
INNOTAB MAX
LITTLE LIVE PETS BIRD CAGE
SUNSET GHOST SKATEBOARD
SELFIE
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These forward-thinking tech-based toys incorporate the latest in digital play, creativity, and innovation.
INNOTAB MAX, 4+ This 7-inch Android tablet comes preloaded with 18 learning apps. Wi-Fi capability lets kids explore online games, videos, and websites that have been pre-selected by VTech. VTech Kid Connect allows parents and kids to send messages to one another. VTECH, www.vtechkids.com
KIDIZOOM SMARTWATCH, 4+ Kids can take photos and videos and use the touchscreen to get creative with photo effects, frames, and filters. It includes an alarm, a voice recorder, and four learning games, with more available for download. VTECH, www.vtechkids.com
LEAPBAND, 4+ This activity tracker gets kids moving with 50 different activities and challenges. The more kids move, the more they can unlock, including games, challenges, and virtual rewards for their on-screen pet. LEAPFROG, www.leapfrog.com
LEAPTV, 3+ Gets minds and bodies up and active with three ways to play: motion, pointer, and classic controller. LeapTV is the only educational active video game system designed just for kids, with a library featuring more than 100 games. LEAPFROG, www.leapfrog.com
ZOOMER DINO—BOOMER, 5+ Play with Boomer in autonomous mode via the sensors in his nose, or pick up the control pod to send him on an attack. He shows his moods through his color changing eyes, and can even bust a move. SPIN MASTER, www.spinmaster.com
CRAYOLA VIRTUAL DESIGN PRO FASHION COLLECTION, 6+ Draw a design in the sketchbook within the silhouette of a fashion model and bring it to life on a smart device with the app. Showcase your designs in a fashion show on a virtual runway. CRAYOLA, www.crayola.com
HEXBUG VEX ROBOTICS STRANDBEAST, 8+ Encourages STEM learning through hands-on play as kids construct and program their very own jumbo-sized Hexbug. Drive the robot with the remote control, or watch the Strandbeast scurry around on its own in autonomous mode. HEXBUG, www.hexbug.com
KURIO XTREME, 6+ This 7-inch Wi-Fi-enabled Android tablet includes 10 Kurio Motion games, the first body motion games on a tablet. It also comes loaded with e-books, music, apps, and kid-safe social content, including email. TECHNO SOURCE, www.kurioworld.com
LEGO FUSION TOWN MASTER, 7+ Create restaurants, shops, fire stations, and more with real Lego bricks on the special Lego Fusion baseplate, then bring the structure to life on a smart device with the Lego Fusion Town Master app. THE LEGO GROUP, www.lego.com
MIP, 8+ This interactive robot navigates its surroundings while controlled by hand movements using GestureSense technology or through a Bluetooth link to any smart device. Play games, make MiP dance, or watch him balance objects on the included tray. WOWWEE, www.wowwee.com
NERF N-STRIKE ELITE NERF CAM ECS-12 BLASTER, 9+ This motorized blaster fires a steady stream of darts up to 85 feet. With the built-in camera, kids can record and store up to 100 minutes of video or take up to 2,000 photos. HASBRO, www.nerf.com
SKY VIPER CAMERA DRONE, 12+ Take bird’s-eye view photos from 100 feet in the air with this high-tech, hobby grade, four-blade R/C copter. The built-in camera records up to 30 minutes of video with 180-degree adjustable viewing. SKYROCKET TOYS, www.skyrockettoys.com