37 Toys You Definitely Had If You Grew Up in the Early 2000s
There was something magical about growing up in the early 2000s. Be it the super-cool fashion trends, the iconic movies, or just the simpler times we got to enjoy as kids (read: no social media taking over our lives), the early 2000s were a great time to be a kid. Riding Razor scooters around the cul-de-sac with your friends after school, playing with Bratz dolls at every sleepover, and showing your competitive side during a tennis match courtesy of your cool friend who had the brand-new Nintendo Wii were just some of the highlights of our childhoods. If you, too, were raised on all the best toys out there, this list will bring back waves of nostalgia you never saw coming. Keep reading to see the best toys you most definitely had if you were a kid in the early 2000s.
— Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
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Tamagotchi
The responsibility of owning a Tamagotchi ($20, originally $17) was real but super satisfying (and slightly addicting).
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Webkinz
The virtual world of Webkinz ($20) was all the rage, prompting us to own many of these small animals.
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Lisa Frank Coloring Books and Stickers
Tell us, was there anything better than doodling in this Lisa Frank Coloring Book and Stickers Super Set ($12) after school?
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YoYa Toys Beadeez Unicorn Squishy Stress Balls
Who else tried to pop these YoYa Toys Beadeez Unicorn Squishy Stress Balls ($20)?
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Razor A-Kick Scooter
Let's be real, Razor A-Kick Scooters ($30) are still the best mode of transportation.
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Rienar Accurate Spinning Top
An old-school classic, this Rienar Accurate Spinning Top ($8) kept us entertained during class.
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Spinning Light-Up Wand
When the lights turned low, this Spinning Light-Up Wand ($14) come out.
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Candy Land Board Game
You knew it was a good day when you got to play the Candy Land Board Game ($13).
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Aqua Mini Water Ring Game
It was game on when this Aqua Mini Water Ring Game ($9) was involved.
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Baby Alive
This Baby Alive ($45, originally $63) grows. up. Who else is terrified?
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Game Boy Advance
The fun was never-ending when you were playing on this Game Boy Advance ($55).
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Temporary Butterfly Tattoos
Sleepovers always consisted of these Temporary Butterfly Tattoos ($7).
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Twister
If you didn't play Twister ($20) at family game night, was it even family game night?
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Aquapets
OK, Aquapets ($16, originally $18) were so soothing to watch. Let's bring them back!
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Rubber Wristbands
Trading Rubber Bracelets ($11 for 48-pack) sometimes felt more like a chore than a game.
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Silly Bandz
Playing with Silly Bandz ($5, originally $6) during class is what got us through the school day.
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Tickle Me Elmo
Oddly creepy yet still cute, the Tickle Me Elmo ($42, originally $38) was a hit back then (and now).