What the best toys for kids that you can pick up now? We’re pleased to report that there are plenty of great low and high-tech options alike for parents to choose from, no matter your child’s age or interests. Looking to spice things up for a birthday or graduation? Following, you’ll find several suggestions to check out that kids can’t wait to get their hands on.
Disney Pixar Coco Interactive Guitar
The popular Pixar film Coco is a new classic for kids, and instead of promoting cute sidekicks, Disney is setting its sights on music for merchandising. In the film, lead character Miguel dreams of becoming a legendary guitarist. Now your kid can follow the dream with this interactive guitar that plays music from the film, which lights up with every kid-strummed shred.
Imaginext DC Super Friends Batbot Xtreme
Imaginext has made Batman toys for years, but their two-foot tall Batbot is a mini-Batcave filled with Dark Knight surprises. It includes launching projectiles, a secret Batcycle for Batman, a voice changer that’ll make your kid sound like the Dark Knight, and a battle mode option that extends the bot’s wings and readies its fists. Dad may not want to play the Joker once this thing is in the house.
Nerf Rival Nemesis MXVII-10K Blaster
This Nerf blaster comes fully motorized and can blast 100 rounds at 100 feet per second, making your backyard blaster battles last longer than ever. This is one of the best toys of the season — a must on any guide. Available in red and blue, the blaster comes equipped with 100 rounds, but don’t forget to get extra batteries as the Nemesis runs on six Ds, which are not included.
Little Tikes 3-in-1 Sports Zone
The Little Tikes Sports Zone is a versatile toy that grows with your toddler. Whether it’s soccer, basketball, or bowling, this playset lets your kid pick their poison thanks to 75 interactive sounds and phrases to encourage your kid to keep going. Better yet, the entire set folds up nicely for space-saving storage.
This Radio Flyer vehicle for kids was 30 years in the making. With sounds from Episode IV, the toy tops out at 5mph, comes with a rechargeable 12V battery, and (unfortunately for you) a 130-pound weight capacity.
Doc McStuffins Baby All in One Nursery
Kids can nurture their baby dolls with this Doc McStuffins nursery. Tools include a laptop to diagnose every patient or soothe a fussy baby with the computer’s lullabies. Kids can also weigh and measure the height of babies, use a light up stethoscope, or turn the entire examination table to a baby rocker crib. Every toy in your house will get a thorough check-up.
He’s back! The classic Teddy from the ’80s is back for today’s kids, as the new Ruxpin bear has LCD eyes, sings and tells stories. The high-tech plush comes paired with a free iOS and Android app, where you can download new songs and stories for Teddy to share with your kids.
An interactive pet monkey that hugs your kid’s fingers and, depending on which personality you choose, offers up a specific character trait. Every Fingerling, however, can laugh, fart, sleep, sing, and blow kisses. Each holds tightly onto a finger or to a pen while performing.
First Order Destroyer Lego Set
This Destroyer is one of Lego’s biggest Star Wars sets to date, and is fun on whether you’re a fan of the Dark Side or not. The top portion flips to reveal the insides of the ship so your kids can plot and scheme with the First Order. The set also includes five figures, a carrying handle, firing missiles, and a working elevator to the mysterious Snoke’s chamber (no spoilers here). With 1416 pieces, patience you must have to complete this set.
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A native New Yorker, Carlos knows a lot(!) about pro-wrestling and still foolishly supports the Mets. Now living in New England with his wife and daughter, Carlos has written for www.Fatherly.com, ESPN, WWE, Men’s Journal, and Muscle & Fitness. When he’s not writing, Carlos is always looking for a new craft beer to drink.
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