The 39 Must-Have Toys for Christmas 2021

Little Live Pets Lil' Dippers Playset

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A great alternative to a real pet, this Lil' Dippers play set is exciting and interactive for young ones. When the toy fish are placed in their tank, they begin to swim! Kids will love watching their new friend explore her new home fit with colorful plants. She will even swim towards you with the magical feeding tool that puts kids in control of her movements.

furReal Moodwings Snow Dragon Interactive Pet Toy

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Your little one can learn more about emotions—in a super fun way! The furReal snow dragon has a multitude of moods, from feeling extremely cranky to happy and peaceful. Her eyes express how she's feeling, so your child can quickly learn how to care for her so she's in a good mood again. Your purchase even include three surprise accessories to help care for your baby dragon.

Treasure X Monster Gold

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Perfect for those who love slime, collectible figures, or hunting for treasure, this Treasure X Monster Coffin has it all. Kids will love searching through the gooey slime and multiple compartments inside to search for the collectible monster figures, perfect for showing off or trader with friends. Which one will you discover?

Magic Mixies Magical Misting Cauldron with Interactive 8 inch Blue Plush Toy and 50+ Sounds and Reactions

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Cast magical spells with this interactive cauldron that produces an adorable furry friend. Kids ages five and up use the easy-to-follow included directions to complete their spell, while the cauldron makes over 50 sounds and produces spooky mist. Be sure to charge your cauldron before you cast any spells to ensure the highest amount of magic possible. After children use their magical objects, they can enjoy hours of play with their new adorable plush.

Little Tikes First Slide Toddler Slide

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The holidays just got even more exciting with this adorable and thrilling slide from Little Tikes. Little ones can experience the classic playground equipment from home as they slide into mountains of pillows, piles of leaves, a ball pit, or right onto the living room floor. Thanks to its folding mechanism, children can enjoy it happen year long, indoors or outdoors and rain or shine.

Flybar My First Foam Pogo Jumper

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Kids will reach new heights with his foam pogo jumper without the noise. The soft foams makes bouncing on hardwood floors, carpet, or concrete a breeze as little ones face their fears and learn a new skill. Children of various ages can master their balance and burn off energy as they bounce the day away.

Disney Princess Disney's Raya and The Last Dragon Color Splash

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Dip Sisu's dragon tail in the water, and watch it sway back and forth—and change colors! The 2-foot dragon toy is nicely proportioned to the included Raya doll, whose accents also undergo a color transformation when immersed in water. Despite the set being water-friendly, both figures can be played wet or dry.

WowWee Got2Glow Fairy Finder - Electronic Fairy Jar

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Boys and girls will love the thrill of catching a new fairy every time, because each fairy is unique with its own characteristics. Fairies come from four levels of rarity, and your little one can find them by playing games or bringing the jar to a new location. The virtual fairies can be fed, hugged, and greeted.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Stunt Tire Play Set

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It comes packaged in a tire-shaped case that can be used for portability later on. It's super easy to assemble and break down each time—simply open and close to set up your racetrack. Your child can launch cars or the included Monster Truck through the Ring of Fire, and even stack the included crushed cars to make more fun obstacles.

Melissa & Doug Dust! Sweep! Mop! Play Set

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Toddlers love copying you, even when you're cleaning—this set lets them play, help, and build confidence as they handle each housekeeping tool on their own. The set includes a broom, mop, dustpan, and hand brush, and each tool is perfectly sized for toddler play. When they're done, you can hang them on the included stand via the sturdy cords.

AKSDTH Push and Pop Bubble Fidget Sensory Toy

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Though relatively basic, kids love these hugely popular toys, because they’re fun to squeeze, hold, stretch, and—of course—pop. The standard square is a bestseller, but they also come in tons of fun shapes and sizes like unicorns, ice pops, crabs, and more. It also makes for a great stocking stuffer.

LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian, The Child Building Kit

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Star Wars fans can bring The Child to life, thanks to this over 1,000-piece building kit and clear building instructions. Multiple players can help build the mini-figure, and once complete, The Child makes for a phenomenal display. You can even pose its head, ears, and mouth for various expressions, and prop the included gearshift knob in his arms.

Nickelodeon Paw Patrol Kids' Digital Watch

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With this watch, the littlest set will feel all grown up—and just like their parents. Emblazoned with the ultra-popular Marshall from "Paw Patrol," this watch appeals to their interests, but the adults in their lives will love the fact that it teaches them all about telling time and accountability.

SPACE JAM: A New Legacy Super Shoot & Dunk Playset With Lebron Figure

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What’s old is new again, and thanks to the new movie, "Space Jam" is a hit with the younger set. Kids can test their own dunking skills with the help of modern cast member and basketball legend Lebron James.

CoComelon Musical Yellow School Bus

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This big yellow school bus houses six of their favorite "CoComelon" characters, plus plays the tune you’ve been hearing on repeat all year long: "The Wheels on the Bus." It’s the perfect way to jumpstart imaginative play.

Roll over image to zoom in Do, Re & Mi Blue Jay Plush Toy

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Kids aged 3 years and up won't stop dancing and singing along with these adorable, 8-inch plush toys, found exclusively on Amazon. Each figure features sounds and voices from the pre-school TV program, Do, Re & Mi—this specific plush doll represents Mi, the bubbly blue jay. Along with the super soft and cuddly plush dolls, you can also collect the series' musical instruments and playsets.

Madame Alexander My First Doll

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A perennial favorite with toddlers for a reason, these 12-inch baby dolls are ripe for imaginative play but are soft and plush enough to cuddle with. Plus, now the Madame Alexander “My First” dolls come in an expanded range of skin tones, so more little ones will see themselves in their pretend toys.

GUND P.Lushes Designer Fashion Pets

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There’s no question your little one will be excited to add another fashionable pet to a growing squad—or start a whole new collection. Each one of the award-winning plush toys features embroidered accents like a metallic bow, plus sparkling eyes, and lined ears.

Little Bridges Grandma & Me: In The Kitchen

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This do-it-together activity kit is a practical and fun way for grandparents and other family members to get in on the fun. With "Grandma & Me: In the Kitchen," you'll work hand-in-hand in the kitchen to create a tangible product you’ll both love to show off. Each kit comes with conversation cards, a journal with prompts, and recipe pages, as well as a read-aloud storybook, a child-size apron that can be personalized, a keepsake potholder, and fabric paint.

DC Comics Batman All-Terrain Batmobile Remote Control Vehicle

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Whether your child loves "DC Comics" or simply has a penchant for speed, this remote control vehicle will be a welcome addition to their toy bin. It’s perfectly suitable for indoor or outdoor play—the all-terrain tires have no problem tackling water, snow, mud, rock, and grass. It also has out-of-range sensors, so it’ll never stray too far.

Barbie Career of The Year Music Producer Doll

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This year, Barbie is taking the music world by storm. The producer comes dressed in a trendy graphic tee, jeans, and an iridescent crop jacket, plus includes fun accessories like a sound mixing board, a computer, and headphones. Great for any musically-inclined kids—or the avid Barbie collector.

Tonies Toniebox Playtime Puppy Starter Set

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The whole family will undoubtedly enjoy this small, portable audio system. It plays classic sing-a-longs that’ll be on repeat for the foreseeable future. And you don’t have to worry about them fiddling with tech beyond their years—the speaker, available in six colors, is made of a material that's soft enough to handle but durable enough to withstand any accidental tumbles.

Playmobil Large City Zoo

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Animal lovers and budding tinkerers alike will spend hours laboring over this build-your-own zoo kit. With the included parts, they’ll have the unique opportunity to play zookeeper, erecting a penguin habitat, a giraffe viewing platform, and even their very own souvenir shop. An add-on lion enclosure (sold separately) extends the fun.

The Woobles Penguin Crochet Kit

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For older children growing tired of the same old arts and crafts, consider this DIY kit, which almost instantly expands their repertoire—and teaches a very useful skill. The beginner crochet kit comes with everything they need to get started (hook optional, but certainly recommended!) to create a loveable little knit penguin they’ll proudly display or cuddle. They’ll also get access to step-by-step videos for a frustration-free experience.

Bluey Family Home Playset

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Toys based on hit television or movie series are always a sure bet, and this playhouse made especially for "Bluey" characters is no different. The two-story, four-room house is readily recognizable and comes with a variety of removable furniture to bring some of their favorite characters to life.

LEGO Super Mario Adventures with Mario Starter Course

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This collectible 231-piece LEGO set gives kids the opportunity to construct their own obstacle course with bricks and star characters from an all-time classic video game. It’s not your average LEGO set—a compatible smartphone app brings the whole thing to life in new and exciting ways.

Crayola Paper Butterfly Science Kit

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This fun arts and crafts kit gives kids hands-on learning experience in physics while making creations that are just as unique as the real-life creatures they’re constructing. The set includes 12 pre-cut butterfly wings and supplies, markers, and a display stand. The kit includes essentially everything kids need to get started.

LEGO DUPLO My First Number Train

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Consider this a first-foray into the wonderful world of LEGOs. These blocks are slightly oversized, so the tiniest fingers can stack and build to create a train set that helps them count from zero to nine.

Rainbow High Rockstar Vanessa Tempo Fashion Doll

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This modern fashion doll brand has been a hit lately due to the dolls' creative and fashion-forward style. This set in particular features Vanessa Tempo, the drummer of the Rockstar band. She comes in her own outfit, complete with printed work boots, gloves, and jewelry accessories. Also included is a second outfit that she can mix and match, like a green mod jacket and platform heels. All Rainbow High dolls feature posable arms and legs during play or for display on the included doll stand.

FFTROC Wooden Stacking Dinosaur Toys

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The youngest set will have a roaring good time balancing colorful wooden blocks on a teetering see-saw. But the fun doesn’t stop there—there’s plenty of playtime to be had using each of the figurines separately.

LeapFrog Blue’s Clues and You! Really Smart Handy Dandy Notebook

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Just like the one in the show "Blue’s Clues and You!" this handy-dandy notebook features 14 light-up app icons that introduce toddlers and young preschoolers to educational concepts like colors, counting, shapes, and even health and hygiene. It also features phone, music, and mail apps for pretend play with Blue, Josh, and Mailbox.

YGJT Baby Balance Bike

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For the most active youngsters, a small, low-profile, four-wheeled bicycle that’ll help them learn the fundamentals of riding. It’s suitable for both indoors and out, so they won’t need to wait for the weather to warm. And it comes in three fun colors, so you’re bound to find something just right for your tot.  

Kinetic Sand Sandwhirlz Playset

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This kit comes with three different colors of kinetic sand—squishy, moldable sand—that your little one can shape and reshape over and over. The 2-pound set also comes with 10 different tools (cutters, molds, and more) for endless fun. Parents will love that it’s all packaged in a plastic tote for easy storage.

ThinkFun Gravity Maze Marble Run Brain Game

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This award-winning toy doesn’t need any batteries or electricity (a win for parents everywhere). Instead, kids focus on building a marble run using one—or more—of the 60 challenges that come with the toy. Complete each task can improve everything from spatial reasoning to visual perception—all skills a budding engineer needs.

Learning Resources Spike the Fine Motor Hedgehog

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Toddlers will love fitting this hedgehog's colorful quills into its back. Rather than the sharp quills that you might be used to seeing, the needles are actually chunky, peg-shaped pieces that are perfect for tiny hands to grab and explore. And as your child grows, they’ll also get the opportunity to use the toy to learn colors, counting, and even pattern play. 

Purse Pets Glamicorn Unicorn with Over 25 Sounds and Reactions

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Children ages 5 years and up can wear this adorable purse and easily lug it with them so they can play on the go. Featuring a glitter horn, pink faux leather, and an adjustable strap for a more comfortable fit, this Purse Pet can go with virtually any outfit. Purse Pets come in a range of animal characters, such as Fox and Leopard, and each one can blink its eyes, play fashion show music, and make the cutest animal sounds. Note that the purse requires three AAA batteries to operate, but an initial set is included with the purse.

Mega Construx Pokemon Detective Pikachu

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Pokemon has always been relevant, but there's been a major uptick in trading and collecting cards and Pikachu-themed everything in the past couple years. This Detective Pikachu building toy features over 200 pieces and stands a little over 4 inches tall when completed. His spring-loaded tail can wiggle around, and the head and arms can move for added fun.