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Keeping up with all the new trending toys year after year can be challenging. There are so many factors to consider. Is it educational, fun, and exciting? Maybe the gift pertains to a certain hobby or sport? One surefire way to intrigue the receiver is to try out one of the new electronic toys. There are so many cool products that connect with bluetooth and offer a whole new level of play. If you are hoping to steer clear of electronics, we found plenty of toys that are just as engaging. Sensory toys (slime isn't going anywhere!) are also guaranteed to keep children engaged long after Christmas morning ends. It's always great when a toy is not only a blast to play with, but is also educational. There are a number of STEM toys on the market this year that check both boxes. Toys featuring the most loved characters of 2020, from the Mandalorian to Baby Shark, also make perfect gifts. You'll even find updates on old classics. A new and improved version of Mr. Potato Head is still the guy you know and love, but now built with eco-friendly plastic. Whatever you decide to buy, rest assured that these are the best Christmas toys to put under the tree this year.

Many of these gifts will satisfy kids of all ages, but if you are looking for more specific picks, check out 11-year-old girl gifts, toddler Christmas gifts, and 8-year-old boy gifts.

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Slide & Splash Seals

We always are looking for a way to make bath time more enticing. These seals on wheels are a fun toy in and out of the bath. There are many different slide configurations that kids will love to play around with.

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Design & Drill STEM Garden

Kids will love to stack different petal combinations and then drill them together. Once drilled, the petals bloom revealing a beautiful STEM garden that will keep little hands busy for hours.

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Fan Fryer

A fan keeps eggs crackling and bacon sizzling all without using any dangerous heat. The tiniest chef in the house will love to cook up breakfast, lunch, and dinner on this fun fryer.

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Silly Spaghetti

These flexible, felt spaghetti noodles are so fun for kids to bend into different positions. Once the configuration is placed, you can clip on veggies, protein, and a silly face.

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Little People Collector Elf Set

Do you have a Little People lover in your household? They will be delighted by this special edition Elf collector set. Buddy the Elf, a Christmas tree, and Jovie complete this festive set.

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Green Mr Potato Head

Constructed of plant-based plastic and almost no plastic packaging? Mr Potato Head is doing his part to save our planet. This new, eco-friendly set comes with 15 parts to create wacky faces.

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Paper Mario: The Origami King

A new game for the Nintendo Switch is just what the doctor ordered. Paper Mario is once again tasked with saving Princess Peach by working his way through origami levels.

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Kinetic Sand

Move over play dough! Kinetic sand is the new sensory toy that your kids won't be able to get enough of. This set includes shape shifters and other tools to add to the fun.

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Bull's Eye

The whole family will love this fast-paced matching game. Plungers are involved!

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Scribble Scrubbie Pets Grooming Truck

Color and customize blank pets and then wash them off to start again. There also expansion packs available, so the collection can grow.

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Your kid may have a dollhouse, but do they have a dollhouse they can customize? This set comes with coloring book pages and markers that can be designed by your child and put in the house.

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Pets Alive Fifi the Flossing Sloth

Fifi is guaranteed to get the party started by flossing the night away.

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Polly Pocket Polly

Polly Pocket has peaked in her wearable purse form! The pineapple purse is the perfect accessory to any outfit.

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Bill Nye's VR Science Kit

The kit includes 30 step-by-step science projects. Virtual reality goggles add to the appeal by offering a truly immersive learning experience that is still a whole lot of fun.

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Elephant Bouncer

Being cooped up in the winter isn't good for anybody! This indoor bounce house will get out a lot of pent up energy your kids may be storing. A built-in pump makes it easy to assemble.

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3-in-1 Airtivity Center

Water tables are so fun, but they aren't the best choice for winter. Enter this Airtivity center. Air makes the toys spin. Perfect for the baby who loves a breeze.

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Go! Go! Cory Carson Stay & Play Home

This play set comes with all of your toddler's favorite Cory Carson characters. They will have hours of fun discovering the interactive parts of Cory's house. They can even convince Chrissy to take a bath—just like in the show.

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Modular Playhouse

Help toddlers develop their fine motor skills by building this fun play house.

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Ball Buddies Adventure Center

This durable, two-tiered water table comes with four characters—a train, boat, helicopter, and dump truck.

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Ikea Lego Set

Ikea has introduced a new set of products to store your Legos along with an exclusive-to-Ikea Lego set!

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3D Doodler

Take your artist's creations and turn them 3D with this neat 3D doodler. The possibilities are endless!

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Magic Chemistry Set

Learn some science-based "magic" tricks with this kit. After some practice the kids can perform a magic show for the whole family on Christmas morning.