Cool gifts
for cool kids
for cool kids
Now that the busiest shopping time of the year is upon us, toy makers across the globe have unveiled their newest, hippest, and hottest toys to hit the market. But, before you brave the crowds or surf the web for that perfect gift for the kid in your life, make sure you're armed with the knowledge of this season's "in" toys and gadgets.
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Preschool tots
Preschool tots everywhere will be amazed by the toys that this year may bring them. Wall-E has rolled his way into the hearts of many preschool-aged children this season. And, if Club Penguin has made its way into your home already, plush characters bring the interactive online game to life. But, with most 3- to 4-year-old tots, imagination is king as they pretend, learn, and develop their fine motor skills through play.Over $55 Toys:
- ELMO Live - $59.99
- Disney Fairies Tinks Talking Café - $79.99
- Furreal Friends Biscuit, My Lovin' Pup - $135.99
- Fisher-Price Elmo's Restaurant (pictured) – $98.00
Under $55 Toys:
- Handy Manny 2-in-1 Transforming Tool Truck - $54.96
- Fisher-Price Fun-2-Learn Computer Cool School - $44.99
- Playskool Helmet Heroes(pictured) - $39.99
- Club Penguin Plush - $9.99
Kids
Lightning McQueen is still holding his own this Christmas with the 5- to 8-year-old age group. Even more amazing this season is that ride-on toys are taken to a new level with larger than life horses and dinosaurs that move on their own and are sturdy enough for this active bunch. Littlest Pet Shop and Hannah Montana are familiar favorites with a new spin, while interactive board games develop their social skills while bring a whole new meaning to family game night.Over $55 Toys:
- Little Tikes Giddyup N' Go Pony (pictured)- $199.97
- Hannah Montana Malibu Beach House - $150.00
- Air Hogs Havoc Heli Laser Battle - $62.98
Under $55 Toys:
- Disney Fairies Clickables Fairy Charms Starter Set - $29.99
- Cars Mega Mack Playtown – $34.86
- Barbie iDesign Ultimate Stylist - $19.97
- Flippin’ Frogs – $12.50
- High School Musical 2 Two-Pack Gabriella & Troy Dolls – $19.99
- Bakugan Battle Brawlers - $24.99
- Littlest Pet Shop: Display & Play Round & Round Pet Town Playset – $29.99
- Wild Planet Animal Scramble Game - $19.99
- Fisher-Price Kid-Tough Waterproof Digital Camera (pictured) - $54.99
Tweens/ Teens
Electronics are a must with this combo age group. From video games to radio controlled fun, this season’s electronic toys will not have kids age 9 and up sitting down. From classic board games to electronic gadgets to interactive video games, this fun is not just reserved for for this age group; the whole family will want to get in on the action!Over $55 Toys:
- Spy Video ATV-360 - $99.99
- U-Dance - $64.88
- Youth Signature Street Surfing Set - $119.95
- Wii Fit - $89.99
- Guitar Hero World Tour (pictured)– Band kit for $179.99 or with guitar for $99.99
- Rock Band 2 - $59.99
- New iPod Nano - 8GB for $149.99 and 16GB for $199.99
Under $55 Toys:
- Air Hogs Zero Gravity Micro - $29.99
- Monopoly Here & Now: The World Edition - $34.99
- Power Tour Electric Guitar (pictured) – $20.00
- Rescue Pets - Myepets.com– $9.99 to $29.99
- SeeToys - DynaCar – $24.99
- Cranium WOW – $24.99
Whether the kids you are shopping for are little tykes or tiny teens, the hot theme this year is the interactive toy. Getting kids moving and thinking takes play in a whole new direction, disguising learning with fun. So, study up, make a list, and hit the stores knowing that your gift will be a hit no matter what your child’s age may be.
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