It’s hard to keep up with the latest toys on the market. Classics like Barbie and Lego are always a popular choice year after year when it comes to Christmas gifts for kids. But a few new kids on the block are climbing their way to the top of Aussie toddlers and tween’s wishlists.
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Here are the top 21 best kids toys that will be sitting under Christmas trees across Australian homes this year.
1. Lustigt spinning wheel game, $30, Ikea
This design-led wooden wheel allows the child to decide how the game works, providing multiple possibilities for creative play. It also develops logical thinking skills and teaches the child how to take turns.
2. Fisher-Price wobble hub, $19.99, Amazon
Emmanuel, three, from New South Wales said, “I love listening to the songs and watching the lights change on the Wobble Hub”.
3. Barbie 3-in-1 dream camper vehicle, $119, Amazon
Aru, 4, from Victoria said “I loved playing pretend camping at home with Barbie and the Campervan.”
4. VTech secret safe diary light show, $79.99, Catch.com.au
For tweens aged between 6 and 11, the secret safe diary from VTech will bring a smile to their face. Pop-open the cover using facial recognition and create a photo journal, write diary entries or even record messages.
5. ovie hero pups, $14.99 each, Myer
The pawfect toy for boys and girls aged 3 and up. Relive your favourite moments from the PAW Patrol: The Movie with these adorable mini figurines.
6. onster math scale, $59.99, Myer
Ideal for pre-schoolers three years old and up, this math scale toy introduces children to weight, measurements and balance and helps to promote fine motor skills and concentration.
7. Jenjo outdoor wooden bowling set, $84, Myer
Made from the highest quality hardwood, this set includes 10 handmade pine wood skittles and three hand turned skittles red balls. A wonderful game for players of all ages and a great way to get the kids outside.
8. 2021 holiday Barbie, from $59.99, Myer
Dressed for the occasion, 2021 Holiday Barbie shines in a gorgeous silver gown with off-the-shoulder ruched sleeve detailing and a metallic bodice.
9. Beehives Wooden Toy, $41.95, Catch.com.au
Sustainably made from rubberwood and non-toxic paints and dyes, toddlers will have hours of fun using the tongs to remove the bees in and out of their their hive. Matching the bees to their hives also helps foster colour recognition in little ones.
10. Disney Pixar Toy Story Plush, $29 each, Target
Soft plush Buzz Lightyear and Woody take the kids to adventures infinity and beyond! Fans of Toy Story will appreciate all the fine details, just look under Buzz and Woody’s feet to see a familiar name scribbled underneath.
11. Silicone bucket and spade set, $55, Pixie’s Pix
With warmer days ahead, this spade set is perfect for building sandcastles at the beach or playing in a sandpit. The spade and the moulds all fit inside the bucket for easy unpacking and storage.
12. Jenga game, $18.95, Kogan
Jenga will have the whole family involved and entertained for hours on end. Although easy to play, Jenga does not skip on suspense, skill and laughter.
13. Peanuts Monopoly, $69.99, The Iconic
Monopoly is a family-favourite we’re all familiar with. But this cute Peanuts edition lets you play with six exclusive tokens: Lucy, Sally, Linus, Woodstock, Charlie Brown, and Snoopy.
14. Glow in the dark wireless earbuds, $69.95, Smiggle
With up to 3.5 hours of listening time with each charge and a completely wireless design, these earbuds make listening to Baby Shark all the more quieter in your home.
15. Cupcake puzzle, $24.95, MCA store
Enjoy the ultimate guilt free cupcake in puzzle-form. This miniature puzzle can be completed in twenty minutes or less and is recommended for ages 6 and up.
16. Oh Snap! instax mini 11 kit, $129, The iconic
There’s no better way than to capture the moment in a few snaps and have the photos printed in an instant. This kit is perfect for young, budding photographers and even includes a photo album.
17. Chillafish skatieskootie, $139, Ebay
The Chillafish skatieskootie is no ordinary scooter, it converts into a skateboard! This innovative toy surely will be a hit this Christmas following the Olympics which saw a huge rise in skateboard sales.
18. Impala Rollerskates in forest green, $159.99, Impala Rollerskates
A pair of new rollerskates will have the kids rushing out of the house in a flash. A bonus is they will be off their phones and tech devices for hours.
19. Geomag 378 Supercolor 52 piece, $50, Kogan
Geomagworld has been creating magnetic construction toys since 1998. The latest innovation is the eco-friendly range which is made from 100% recycled plastic. What’s not to love? A creative present that’s perfect for all ages from five.
20. Londji Bam! animals wooden stamp set, $33.50, Antipoda Co
Create your own adorable animals with this fun wooden stamp set. This kit includes 16 wooden stamps with a notebook for you to stamp away!
Lego classic building kit, $79.99, Amazon
Amazon has teamed up this year with Starlight Children’s Foundation, and recruited ten special children from across the country, to be the official toy testers for Christmas. Emily, 13, from Victoria shared “Lego – wow! I love how with Lego Creator I can make lots of different things like a pear and a house or an octopus.”
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