45 Toys Your Kids (and You) Will Be Playing With All Day

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The pressure to find the coolest toy gifts for your kids is on. You don't want to spoil them, but at the same time, you want to see the smile on their faces when they unwrap their presents and discover the games they've been talking about. Whether you are looking for something the family can do together or suspect that your little one wants something interactive, we found 45 of the trendiest toys for the holiday season.

We have gifts for everyone on your list, including those hard-to-shop-for teens, caring grandparents, and affordable men's gifts.

Additional reporting by Rebecca Brown

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Pixar Toy Story Buzz Lightyear Board Game
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Pixar Toy Story Buzz Lightyear Board Game

Aimed at children 6 and older, this Buzz Lightyear Operation Game ($11) puts a modern spin on a longtime favorite.

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Star Wars D-O Interactive Droid
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Star Wars D-O Interactive Droid

The Star Wars D-O Interactive Droid ($150) is so cool in action — the kids can control it with an app.

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Disney Frozen Toddler Quad
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Disney Frozen Toddler Quad

The Disney Frozen Toddler Quad ($80) is ideal for kids 18 months and up.

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Stranger Things Palace Arcade Handheld Electronic Game
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Stranger Things Palace Arcade Handheld Electronic Game

Teens 14 and up can bring their favorite old-school games with them thanks to this Stranger Things Palace Arcade Handheld Electronic Game ($30).

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Mini Acoustic Guitar For Children and Beginners
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Mini Acoustic Guitar For Children and Beginners

You can't get started on their musical career too early. The Mini Acoustic Guitar For Children and Beginners ($79) is a three-string guitar made of real wood, teaching kids real chords at an early age.

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Dreamworks How to Train Your Dragon Hatching Toothless
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Dreamworks How to Train Your Dragon Hatching Toothless

Spin Master is channeling its Hatchimals energy into this seriously adorable How to Train Your Dragon Hatching Toothless ($36, originally $60), available this Fall. Aggravate the egg to hatch Toothless, then feed him, teach him to fly, pet him, and listen to him roar.

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JoJo Loves Hairdorables
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JoJo Loves Hairdorables

No one can get enough of JoJo Loves Hairdorables ($27).

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Baby Shark Bath Art Creations by Horizon Group USA
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Baby Shark Bath Art Creations by Horizon Group USA

Not even the bath is safe from Baby Shark! Get the Baby Shark Bath Art Creations by Horizon Group USA ($17) for maximum fun.

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Avengers Marvel Legends Series Endgame Power Gauntlet Articulated Electronic Fist
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Avengers Marvel Legends Series Endgame Power Gauntlet Articulated Electronic Fist

The Avengers Marvel Legends Series Endgame Power Gauntlet Articulated Electronic Fist ($85, originally $100) has six infinity stones that glow.

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Owleez, Flying Baby Owl Interactive Toy 
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Owleez, Flying Baby Owl Interactive Toy 

Teach your littles about unconditional love with the Owleez, Flying Baby Owl Interactive Toy ($26). They'll have an opportunity to take care of it and teach it to fly.

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Barbie Fashionistas Doll
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Barbie Fashionistas Doll

What better way to teach inclusivity than by introducing the Barbie Fashionistas Doll ($25) into your child's toy collection — it's a great way to celebrate and teach at the same time.

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Lamaze Disney The Lion King Clip & Gos
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Lamaze Disney The Lion King Clip & Gos

Disney-lovers-in-training can get a head start on their obsession with these plush Lamaze Disney The Lion King Clip & Gos ($11) featuring their favorite characters like Simba, Nala, Timon, and Pumbaa.

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Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Peculiar Pets
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Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Peculiar Pets

Your little artist will love the Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Peculiar Pets ($26).

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Discovery Kids Mindblown STEM 12-in-1 Solar Robot Creation 190-Piece Kit
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Discovery Kids Mindblown STEM 12-in-1 Solar Robot Creation 190-Piece Kit

They can build 12 different robots with this Discovery Kids Mindblown STEM 12-in-1 Solar Robot Creation 190-Piece Kit ($19).

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Melissa & Doug Top and Bake Wooden Pizza Counter Play Food Set
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Melissa & Doug Top and Bake Wooden Pizza Counter Play Food Set

Make believe and order a quatro formaggi while you're at it when you give them this Melissa & Doug Top and Bake Wooden Pizza Counter Play Food Set ($35, originally $50).

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WowWee Baby Shark Fingerling Electronic Pet
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WowWee Baby Shark Fingerling Electronic Pet

The WowWee Baby Shark Fingerling Electronic Pet ($11) sings songs, of course, but it also gives kisses!

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Hot Wheels Colossal Crash Track Set
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Hot Wheels Colossal Crash Track Set

The Hot Wheels Colossal Crash Track Set ($66) is always an epic gift.

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Skyrocket Blume Doll 
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Skyrocket Blume Doll 

When you add water to the Skyrocket Blume Doll ($8, originally $10), it blooms and grows! Plus each doll comes with a mini doll, making for tons of surprise.

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WOW! Stuff Collection Harry Potter Invisibility Cloak 
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WOW! Stuff Collection Harry Potter Invisibility Cloak 

HP fans are going to go nuts for this WOW! Stuff Collection Harry Potter Invisibility Cloak ($29, originally $35). The cloak works alongside an app that makes you disappear!

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Dreamworks How to Train Your Dragon Giant Fire Breathing Toothless
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Dreamworks How to Train Your Dragon Giant Fire Breathing Toothless

This How to Train Your Dragon Giant Fire Breathing Toothless ($25) comes to life with fire-breathing effects in the form of smokelike puffs from the water pack on his back.

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Ultimate Arendelle Castle
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Ultimate Arendelle Castle

This Ultimate Arendelle Castle ($200) is sure to be a hit.

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Fortnite Battle Royale Collection Battle Bus & 2 Exclusive Figures
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Fortnite Battle Royale Collection Battle Bus & 2 Exclusive Figures

They can set up a battle with the Fortnite Battle Royale Collection Battle Bus & 2 Exclusive Figures ($36, originally 40).

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Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle Building Kit
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Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle Building Kit

Keep them busy for hours and hours with the Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle Building Kit ($400).

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WowWee Pixie Belles
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WowWee Pixie Belles

WowWee Pixie Belles ($9, originally $15) react to touch, motion, and sound so your littles can learn how to care for it in a realistic way.

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PAW Patrol Mighty Lookout Tower
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PAW Patrol Mighty Lookout Tower

The PAW Patrol Mighty Lookout Tower ($59, originally $100) helps get the pups ready to save the day with its rotating elevator, transforming telescope, vehicle launcher, zip line, and fun lights and sounds.

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Lego Duplo Creative Play All-in-One-Box-of-Fun
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Lego Duplo Creative Play All-in-One-Box-of-Fun

Get them started early with the Lego Duplo Creative Play All-in-One-Box-of-Fun ($46).

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Little Tikes First Fridge Appliance
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Little Tikes First Fridge Appliance

This Little Tikes First Fridge Appliance ($45, originally $50) guarantees a ton of fun.

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L.O.L. Surprise! 2-in-1 Glamper Fashion Camper
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L.O.L. Surprise! 2-in-1 Glamper Fashion Camper

The L.O.L. Surprise! 2-in-1 Glamper Fashion Camper ($88, originally $100) has over 55 surprises.

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Fluffy Sloth Stuffed Animal
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Fluffy Sloth Stuffed Animal

They'll want to sleep with this Fluffy Sloth Stuffed Animal ($27) after playing with it all day.

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Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. My First Microscope STEM Toy For Preschoolers
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Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. My First Microscope STEM Toy For Preschoolers

There's an entire world out there waiting for them to discover it with the Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. My First Microscope STEM Toy For Preschoolers ($22).

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WowWee Pinkfong Baby Shark Official Song Puppet With Tempo Control
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WowWee Pinkfong Baby Shark Official Song Puppet With Tempo Control

Load up their Baby Shark assortment with the WowWee Pinkfong Baby Shark Official Song Puppet With Tempo Control ($20).

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Lego Minecraft Alex BigFig With Chicken
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Lego Minecraft Alex BigFig With Chicken

This 160-piece Lego Minecraft Alex BigFig With Chicken Set ($39) is for kids ages 7 and up.

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PJ Masks Seeker Toy Vehicle
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PJ Masks Seeker Toy Vehicle

The PJ Masks Seeker Toy Vehicle ($60) is suited for ages 3 and up.

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Disney Frozen 2 Elsa Inspired Bear
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Disney Frozen 2 Elsa Inspired Bear

The Disney Frozen 2 Elsa Inspired Bear ($22, originally $29) comes with sparkly white fur and blue paw pads.

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L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Swag Fashion Doll
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L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Swag Fashion Doll

Budding fashion-lovers will enjoy this L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Swag Fashion Doll With 20 Surprises ($7, originally $26).

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Star Wars Force Link 2.0 Millennium Falcon with Escape Craft
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Star Wars Force Link 2.0 Millennium Falcon with Escape Craft

The kids will love the Star Wars Force Link 2.0 Millennium Falcon With Escape Craft ($15, originally $30).

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Hexbug Build Blitz Construction Kit
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Hexbug Build Blitz Construction Kit

With the Hexbug Build Blitz Construction Kit ($150), kids ages 8 and up can build seven different robotic designs that can then be controlled with a smartphone.

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LET'S GO! DIMY Walkie Talkies for Kids
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LET'S GO! DIMY Walkie Talkies for Kids

These LET'S GO! DIMY Walkie Talkies for Kids ($22) pack a ton of fun, and double as convenient communication devices.

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Little Tikes Little Tikes 3-in-1 Sports Zone
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Little Tikes Little Tikes 3-in-1 Sports Zone

Their weekends just got a lot more active with this Little Tikes Little Tikes 3-in-1 Sports Zone ($47).