It’s time for holiday gift guides! Here’s a look at our picks for the top toys 2020 has to offer, and there’s a little something for everyone. What do your kids want this year?
It’s hard to believe this year is finally wrapping up, and even harder to believe the holiday season is upon us! We’re excited to share our first gift guide for the year, and we’re starting with the kids! Do you have a budding scientist? Or a toddler in love with firetrucks? We’ve got picks for kids of all ages and know you’ll find some fun surprises to share. (And if you need some ideas for Dad or Mom, we have those too!)
Word on the street is that shipping delays could play a factor so you’ll want to shop online early this year!
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Top Toys 2020
Looking for the top toys of 2020? From art to science, firetrucks to Barbie, we've got our top picks for what kids want this year! (Ages 5-10) Let your little creators make and edit their own videos with this high-definition video camera kit. With an included green screen and included animated backgrounds there are infinite opportunities for kids to get creative. They can use the tabletop tripod or selfie stick to shoot video and then use the easy on-screen editing tools to make an award-worthy film of their own! (Ages 3+) If you haven't played with kinetic sand before, you're really missing out! It's easy to mold and re-mold this cool sand that doesn't dry out. This set includes three colors of sand, 10 tools, six shape shifters with with unique designs. And before you think about the mess, it's surprisingly easy to clean up, really! (Ages 6+) Remember as a kid your parents sending you outside after you opened gifts so you could play with your new toys? (And they could get a little rest?) This Air Rocket is perfect for just the occasion! Each of these foam-tipped rocket has LED lights so you'll put on a lightshow with each blast. The set also includes a detailed learning guide with flight experiments and great educational info. If a STEM toy is on your list, here you go! (Ages 4-7) If your kids love animals, you'll want to check this one out! With 130 built-in HD images and over 200 facts and quizzes, kids will stayed engaged, entertained, and learn a ton about their favorite animal friends! (Ages 8+) This is definitely one of those toys you'll end up playing with, even without the kids! Everyone will love creating unique designs and trying to find new combinations of pieces to create the fastest runs. Plus, the marbles glow in the dark! It's quick and easy to set up and you'll spend hours playing with it! Another great educational toy that makes learning fun for everyone. (Ages 5-7) Kids can explore the world with this interactive globe. Explore animals, cultures and so much more through hours of BBC videos by tapping on the globe with the included stylus. You'll hear thousands of facts, play fun games, and see cool videos from all over the world! (Ages 2-5) With interactive pages of engaging fun, including letters, numbers, music, and more, the desk has an LED screen that doubles as a writing pad with stylus so children can trace numbers, shapes, etc. Also includes a toy telephone, music player, plus it transforms from a desk into an easel and chalkboard with storage space for art supplies. A fun gift to spot under the tree for sure! (Ages 3+) If you've got a child that loves construction vehicles then this is so perfect! This digging toy digs sand, dirt, or snow, with 360 degree swivel action and two-handed digging and dumping. Another great toy that encourages kids to get outside and use their imaginations! (Ages 3+) Kids want to paint but you're not thrilled about the process of putting down protective drop cloths and changing everyone's clothes? These Crayola Color Wonder Magic products are truly magical and you'll wonder how you ever lived without them! Children can paint to their heart's content and you won't mind one bit, since the paint is clear! (It won't color on skin, carpet, or furniture!) Using the included drawing pad paper the colors magically appear, which is pretty cool to see! It's easy to store and use and you can easily buy paint refill kits too. (Ages 1-5) Another show-stopper for under the tree, this 3+ foot spiral can also be set up side-by-side to encourage fine motor skill development. Includes a musical race car and a track that plays songs, sounds, and phrases as vehicles ride over them. Ages 3+) Just when you wonder what else Barbie could have up her sleeve, she truly surprises you here! Includes a Color Reveal Barbie doll, two Color Reveal pets, clothing and accessories, including two wigs. Each doll has a different combination of eye and hair color, skin tone, and decorated leotard which is revealed by dipping her in warm water. There are also two pets to reveal too! There are lots of other surprises inside too, like color-changing wigs and accessories, revealed using the included sponge and cold water. (Ages 2-5) If your kids love fire trucks this is a must-see. This cool fire truck comes with firefighters, ladders, a water hose, and sprayer to help you form your own rescue mission! The fire truck converts into a multi-level station and features three modes of play, including songs, sound effects, and fire fighting facts. 2020 Kid's Gift Guide
VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam
Kinetic Sand, Sandwhirlz Playset
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Air Rocket Toy
Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. Talking Wildlife Camera
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Glowing Marble Run
LeapFrog Magic Adventures Globe
VTech Explore And Write Activity Desk
The Big Dig Sandbox Digger Excavator Crane
Crayola Color Wonder Magic Light Brush & Drawing Pad
VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Ultimate Corkscrew Tower
Barbie Color Reveal Doll Set
VTech Helping Heroes Fire Station