The holidays are around the corner and with that comes parents’ annual scramble to find the perfect present that’ll make their child light up when they unwrap it. Finding a gift that meets your school-age kiddo’s interests, while also keeping them entertained for hours at a time, however, can be quite the challenge.
To help you find just the right toy that’ll impress your child, we’ve compiled The Toy Insider’s hottest toys of the season. From arts & crafts and educational goodies to dolls and action figures, you’ll find plenty of options that are sure to be a winner. Check them out below!
Educational Toys
LeapFrog® Magic Adventures Microscope™
$89.99Your budding biologist can explore the world of botany, mineralogy & food science. They’ll be amazed at what they can see through this real microscope.
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Osmo Genius Starter Kit
$9.99A hands-on STEM learning system, Osmo’s digital experience includes creative app-based games for math, reading, spelling, problem solving and more.
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Switcheroo Coding Crew
$59.99Kids can practice STEM skills by assembling puzzle cards into a map, drawing a coding challenge card, and coding the vehicle to complete the mission.
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Toy Story Tablet
$99.99From games to eBooks to apps, your little learner can play & grow with this exclusive learning tablet—and the entire Disney Toy Story gang!
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Squaregles Starter Set
$124.99Your little builder will get lost in the creative possibilities Squaregles’ magnetic play offers. This set allows for building, art, storytelling, racing and more.
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BYJU’S LEARNING featuring Disney Premium Kit
$199.99Help your pupil stay engaged with math, reading, language and other core skills through interactive video lessons, quizzes, read-along stories and digital worksheets.
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TekyGo! Junior Bouncer Bundle
$289.00Time to burn off energy and embark on an educational adventure! This action-packed bundle includes a trampoline, games and a sensor that tracks kids’ movements.
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Tonka Mighty Monster RC Steel Dump Truck
$69.99This Tonka R/C can easily perform 360-degree stunts. Kids can load objects into the truck, dump them and clear obstacles with the plow.
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Transformers: Bumblebee Cyberverse Adventures Dinobots Unite Smash Changer Optimus Prime
$33.97Standing at 9 inches, this Optimus Prime figure can convert from truck to robot mode in 3 steps with a smashing motion!
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Beyblade Burst QuadDrive Interstellar Drop Battle Set
$59.99This Beyblade set features the first ever 4-in-1 top. The dual-layered Beystadium lets players battle on top, then drop and battle below.
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Lumitek Neon Monster
$49.99This neon-lit, four-wheel-drive R/C vehicle has cool customizable lights and an awesome stunt wheelie bar for epic jumps, tricks and action.
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#Boneless Skaters
$12.99#Boneless electric-powered mini-stunt skateboards come with hyper-poseable skaters that twist and bend. Perform cool tricks and stunts, and try to stick the landing.
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LeapFrog® PAW Patrol: To the Rescue!
$44.99Your youngster can join the PAW Patrol on 12 missions in this learning video game. No need for internet, downloads or lengthy setups!
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Osmo Reading Adventure
$25This personalized, interactive reading program helps to build reading proficiency and confidence through fun skill-building games, stories & a crystal wand.
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Pokémon Trading Card Game Battle Academy
$19.99The entire household can join your young Pokémon trainer in this family-friendly board game, which is an adaptation of the Pokémon TCG.
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Tamagotchi Pix Party
$59.99Now kids can celebrate their Tamagotchi pet with the Tamagotchi Pix Party through mini games, cooking with guests and a built-in camera.
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Pokémon Trading Card Game: Pokémon GO Elite Trainer Box
$49.99This collaboration inspired by the Pokémon GO app allows kids to play the Pokémon TCG with photorealistic artwork cards and unique gameplay scenarios.
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Catch the Moon
$34.95This whimsical stacking game will challenge your kids to create a towering structure of ladders to the moon–but make sure they don’t fall!
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Gabby's Dollhouse Rainbow Dress-Up Closet
$34.99Little fashionistas can mix & match fashion accessories and get Gabby ready for the catwalk as her closet opens up into 4 photoshoot play areas.
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For Keeps Universe
$19.99Give the gift of self-empowerment with these motivational fashion dolls. All dolls & accessories are crafted to promote inclusivity, diversity and positive thinking.
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Rainbow High™ Rainbow Vision™
$39.99The Rainbow Divas and the Neon Shadow are going head-to-head at the Rainbow Vision competition. There are six dolls, each with a second outfit and accessories.
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My Avastars
$24.99Future fashion designers will adore creating countless styles with their My Avastars doll. They can play with these dolls in person and online.
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Shimmer 'n Sparkle Light Up Beauty Studio
$32.99With real make up, a ring light and built-in phone stand, your creative talent-in-training will love recording fun and inspiring tutorials.
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Pinxies Butterfly Hot Air Balloon
$29.99Little imaginations will soar as they craft together Koral's hot air balloon. The 135-piece set includes Koral, a butterfly, a cat & stickers.
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Kinetic Sand Swirl N' Surprise
$29.99The artistic options are endless with this hands-on playset. Kids can swirl, flow and stack sand using the included tools to create mesmerizing effects.
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Made by Me! Sand Dough Pottery Press
$19.97Say goodbye to clay and hello to Sand Dough. The air-dry, mess-free material allows your ceramist to create their own decorative pottery.
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SunGemmers
$12.99Your little Picasso can work their magic using transparent gem stickers, printed designs & guides to create beautiful window art.
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3Doodler Start+ Maker Bundle
$59.99This easy-to-use 3D pen engages kids' imaginations. Your young creator can originate 3D figurines and artwork—all with the press of a button.
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Pixicade Pets
$19.99This kit will inspire your child to design, care for & bring to life their own virtual pets. Draw, play and do it all again!
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Butter Cloudz
$9.99This fun-scented compound is soft, smooth, and so squishable! Great for travel with the easy-to-store container. Best of all, it holds its shape.
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To discover even more toys that your toddler will adore, check out The Toy Insider’s expansive holiday guide or head to our gift generator here to find toys based on your child’s personality and interests!
