What do Kids Want this Holiday Season? Check out these Top 10 Toys for 2017
Collectible and interactive toys seem to be a hit with kids and teens in 2017. Check out the 10 hottest toys that kids have on their holiday wish lists.
Fingerlings
Fingerlings are interactive baby monkeys that love to hang onto your finger, blink their eyes, turn their heads, blow kisses, swing by their tails and talk in monkey babble. They come in a variety of colors including white, black, pink, purple, blue and turquoise (each sold separately). Ages 6+. About $15 at toysrus.com.
Hatchimals Surprise
Hatchimals were pretty popular last year and sold out quickly. Parent company Spin Master has come up with a whole new line called Hatchimals Surprise. Kids can tap and rub the egg to help their Hatchimals hatch in just a few minutes and watch the creature pop up and out of the egg. The big surprise this year? It’s twins! Ages 6+. About $53 at walmart.com.
furReal Roarin’ Tyler Tiger
Playful interactive tiger Tyler is ready to play. This tiger cub responds to sounds and touch with 100+ sound-and-motion combinations. Pet his head and his eyes might close. Pet him on his muzzle and he moves. Tyler’s favorite way to play is to roar and he even has a little chicken toy that he reacts to when it squeaks. Ages 4+. Available for $93.99 at target.com.
L.O.L Surprise! Tots
The toy inside the ball is a mystery covered by six layers: a secret message, collectible stickers, a bottle, shoes, an outfit and an accessory. This L.O.L. Surprise! doll reveals an additional secret when fed or dipped in water for continuous fun. Sold separately. Ages 4+. Available for $9.99 at bestbuy.com.
SoundMoovz
SoundMoovz are motion-activated bands that use Bluetooth technology to pair with a free app. Kids choose from more than 400 sounds, strap them to wrists or ankles, and move to make music. Soundmoovz can also be connected to a speaker for a bigger sound. Multiple play modes include instrumental, robot, karate, and more. Ages 9+. Available for $39-$55 at walmart.com.
Luvabella and Luvabeau
Interactive sibling dolls that move, talk and play like a real baby. Tickle Luvabella’s tummy and she’ll giggle. You can even hold her feet to hear her say mama and begin to babble. Cover her brother Luvabeau’s eyes and he’ll play peek-a-boo. The dolls’ babble will transform into over 100 clear words and phrases. Includes four interactive toys. Ages 4+. Luvabella Brunette available for $89.99 at walmart.com.
Wonder Woman Deluxe Action Figure
DC Multiverse 12″ collector action figure features 12 points of articulation, highly detailed sculpted head and hair, iconic outfit with eagle encrusted breastplate, headdress with starburst, and includes sword and flexible Lasso accessories. Ages 3+. Available for $23.49 at target.com.
DropMix Music Game
Developed with Harmonix, creators of Rock Band and Dance Central Fast-paced music mixing game that lets kids create unexpected song mixes by dropping cards onto the board. Includes 60 DropMix cards featuring music from top artists and popular songs. Game play requires free DropMix app (check for international availability). Ages 16+. Available for $84.99 at toysrus.com.
LEGO BOOST Creative Toolbox, 17101
While it retains several of the classic pieces and blocks that kids have come to know and love, LEGO Boost comes with special new blocks known as Boost Bricks that add movement and sound to models. The LEGO Boost Koolbox kit comes with everything you need to build five different robots. Along with over 800 Lego pieces, it includes a motor and a light sensor. Ages 7-12. Available for $159.99 at amazon.com.
Nintendo Switch
Two-in-one home-to-portable gaming system lets kids dock to play on a TV, or lift out for on-the-go fun. The two Joy-Con controllers offer new styles of play, featuring motion-sense technology and HD rumble. Ages 9+. Available for $299.99 at bestbuy.com.
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