Cute, Cool, Collectible Toys

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The Top 5 Cute, Cool, and Collectible Toys

5 must have toys for girls and boys age 3 to 10.

Toys that come in various styles and characters that kids can collect, share and trade with friends are sure to top holiday wish lists again this year. Some of the most popular of the cute, cool, collectible variety; Squinkies, Zoobles, Sing-a-ma-jigs, Zhu Zhu Pets, and Calico Critters. They all made the list of Toys"R"Us' Holiday Toy Trends in 2010. They are great for imaginative play and, best of all, these adorable little toys won't break the bank.

#1 Squinkies

from Blip Toys

These soft and squishy mini figures come in hundreds of styles, ranging from kitties and ponies to babies and friends. They come packaged in little plastic bubbles just like vending machine toys. There are also a number of Squinkies accessories and play sets.

Squinkies are designed for children ages 4 and up.

Squinkies Bubble Pack - Series One

Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 05/26/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $11.99

Release Date: 07/15/2010

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Squinkies Bubble Packs

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Squinkies Gumball Surprise Playhouse

Squinkies Gumball Surprise Playhouse Series 2 - model 37125

Amazon Price: $14.59 (as of 05/26/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $19.99

Release Date: 06/01/2011

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#2 Zoobles

from Spin Master

Zoobles are colorful characters that spring to life when placed in their magnetized 'Happitats'. They transform from tiny balls into quirky little creatures whose eyes blink when their heads are pressed. There are hundreds of different Zoobles to collect, as well as play sets.

Zoobles are designed for children ages 4-9.

Zoobles Petagonia Gift Pack

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List Price: $29.99

Release Date: 12/31/1969

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Zoobles + Happitats

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Zoobles Kiwi's Treehouse Play Set

Zoobles! Razoo's Treehouse Play Set

Amazon Price: $39.99 (as of 05/26/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $34.99

Release Date: 12/31/1969

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ZOOBLES_PETAGONIA_FALL 2010
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#3 Sing-a-ma-jigs

from Mattel

Sing-a-ma-jigs are plush characters that sing and harmonize with each other. Squeeze the bellies on each of these fuzzy creatures to hear its favorite song, including "Where Oh Where Has My Little Dog Gone," "When the Saints Go Marching In" and more. They each have three modes: chatter, singing their own song, and singing in harmony with other Sing-a-ma-jigs.

Sing-a-ma-jigs Sing-a-ma-jigs are designed for children ages 3 and up.

SingAMaJig Deluxe Singing Plush Figures Pink and Teal

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Release Date: 12/31/1969

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Sing-a-ma-jigs Chorus Bundle

Sing-a-ma-jigs Chorus Bundle Featuring 9 Colors

Amazon Price: $194.95 (as of 05/26/2012)Buy Now
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Release Date: 12/31/1969

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The Sing-a-ma-jigs!™ - Simply Irresistible Kooky Characters
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263 ratings | 356,489 views
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#4 Zhu Zhu Pets Hamsters

from Cepia

Zhu Zhu Pets were one of the most requested and hard to find toys in 2009, and they may just be again in 2010. There are five new types of hamsters including ZhuZhu Rock Stars with Mohawk hairstyles, ZhuZhu Princess hamsters with royal insignia marks and magic keys to unlock sounds and music, the Kung Zhu clan of Ninja Warriors and Special Forces that come with battle armor, and the ZhuZhu Wild Bunch which aren't actually hamsters, but a skunk, hedgehog, raccoon, and rabbit.

Zhu Zhu Pets are designed for children ages 4 and up.

Kung Zhu Ninja Warrior Battle Hampster Azer

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Release Date: 12/31/1969

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Kung Zhu Battle Arena

Kung Zhu Battle Arena

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List Price: $34.99

Release Date: 07/11/2010

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Zhu Zhu Pets Wild Side Summer 2010 Commercial!
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#5 Calico Critters

from International Playthings

Calico Critters have been around the longest of these cute, cool, and collectible toys. There are mini woodland critter families, buildings, and play sets, each made with great detail and perfect for hours of imaginative play.

Calico Critters are designed for children ages 3 and up.


Calico Critters Wilder Panda Bear Family

$22.99

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Mother Penelope, father Percival, brother Phillip, and sister Priscilla. Parents are 3" tall, children are 2 1/4" tall.

Calico Critters Families

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Calico Critters Deluxe Village House

Calico Critters Deluxe Village HouseCalico Critters Deluxe Village House
$109.99


The 3 story house has 9 rooms, 2 bay windows, 2 dormers, 2 porches, a spiral staircase, and French doors.
Dimensions: 17" x 17" x 17-1/2".
Calico Critters
by IntPlayLLC | video info

26 ratings | 52,151 views
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What's On Your Child's Holiday Wish List?

  • Ladymermaid Apr 11, 2012 @ 1:51 pm | delete
    My grandkids are very much into the zoobles right now. When they first mentioned the zoobles I had to take a second look at my grandkids to see if they teasing me. Nope. Turns out that these tiny toys really do exist.
  • AnthonyAltorenna Aug 16, 2011 @ 7:47 pm | delete
    Encouraging kids to collect toys that they enjoy can lead to rewarding hobbies. My daughtes love their American Girl dolls, and I still have my first HO train set (thank you, Grandpop!) and my collection of Hot Wheels cars.

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