Top Gift Ideas for 2009

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Many people struggle to think of gifts to buy for their family for birthdays or at Christmas time - I can't even figure out what I want, never mind anyone else. So, I've put together this list of what I think will be the Top Christmas Gifts for 2008. Some of the gifts here are aimed at kids, though some will be equally appropriate for any grown ups too.

Top Christmas Gifts include:
- Toys and Action Figures,
- Bestseller Books,
- Movie DVDs,
- Video Games,
and more...

Christmas Gift Guides 

For some top gift ideas check out the Amazon.com Gift Central to see their category editors' recommendations on great gifts.

Webkinz - Soft Toys and Virtual Pets 


Shining Stars Beagle

Webkinz are stuffed animal toys, similar to many other small plush toys. Each comes with a special code on their labels that allows access to the "Webkinz World" which is a website to "adopt" a virtual version of the pet for virtual interaction.

The toys have been compared to Beanie Babies, and have become extremely popular, with Ganz claiming more than 2 million units sold to retailers and 1 million registered users of the Webkinz website. At the height of the toys' popularity, shortages of supply at some stores have been reported.

>> See all the Webkinz Toys at Amazon



Spike the Ultra Dinosaur 

This awesome interactive dinosaur toy stands 27 inches tall, with textured green skin, a yellow underbelly, gnarly teeth, and plenty of serious spines - enough to make any young dino-enthusiast swoon.

Harry Potter Toys and Games 

Here are the top gifts from Hogwarts...

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Transformers: Movie DVD and Toy Figures 


Transformers
(DVD)


Transformers
(Special Edition)


Transformers
[HD DVD]



Following the new Transformers Movie released in 2008, the toy figures are very popular for young (and old) boys. Hasbro has brought out a brand new range of Transformer toys, most of which will transform from their robot form into a vehicle.

Read all about the hot new action figure toys on the Transformers Toys and Figures lens.

What toys are you buying as gifts? 

If you've got some hot gift tips for other readers, you can add them to this list below.

Fisher-Price Smart Cycle

Fisher-Price Smart Cycle

Smart Cycle plugs right into your TV, ready to take kids on learning adventures like no other. As they pedal, favorite character friends guide them through learning discoveries, games and even exciting races. Other activities don't require pedaling at all. Includes Learning Adventure game cartridge with 3 ways to play.1 point

Hasbro Transformers Ultimate Bumblebee

Hasbro Transformers Ultimate Bumblebee

He's far more than meets the eye! The 14-inch tall animatronic Bumblebee robot transforms into a 2008 Camaro with lights and sounds. With the touch of a button, robotic Bumblebee comes to life with speech and music featuring Devo's Whip It, battle and conversion sounds and animated head, arms and wings. Bumblebee's sound detection capabilities enable him to respond to noise, and he can also aim and fire a missile. The Biggest Bumblebee Ever!1 point

Hasbro Spider-Man 3 Ultimate Web Blaster

Hasbro Spider-Man 3 Ultimate Web Blaster

Get ready for your friendly neighborhood target practice with this amazing 5-in-1 blaster. The lock-and-load spin system lets you choose between blasting web fluid, spraying water, launching a foam suction dart, using the rotating missile blaster or rapid-firing three stretchy webs. Choose your web blaster and lock onto your target. Includes web fluid, suction-tipped darts, missiles and three stretchy ammo webs. Requires 4 "AA" batteries, included. Measures 8&am...1 point

Boogers

Boogers

Boogers - pull em, stretch em, pick em, but don't eat em. Ok, go ahead, eat em! They're soft and gooey and green and gross. What more can we say they're BOOGERS!!0 points

MGA Bratz Be-Bratz.Com Blonde Hair

MGA Bratz Be-Bratz.Com Blonde Hair

With Be-Bratz.com, you can create and become a new Bratz character online. The necklace becomes a USB key to unlock your Bratz character. Create your personality, design your hair, make-up and clothes and decorate your room. Play games and you earn credits to buy stuff for your Bratz.<p>Bonus real-working mouse and mouse pad included, plus a pet that matches your online e-pet.</p>0 points

NEW - The Tales of Beedle the Bard 

by J. K. Rowling

The Tales of Beedle the Bard by J.K. Rowling is now available for pre-order on Amazon. This book of fairy tales was written to supplement the Harry Potter series and will be published in two new editions on December 4, 2008.

The Tales of Beedle the Bard, Standard Edition

Amazon Price: $10.18 (as of 07/10/2009)Buy Now

The Standard Edition features all five fairy tales from the original The Tales of Beedle the Bard, a new introduction by J.K. Rowling, illustrations reproduced from the original handcrafted book, and commentary on each of the tales by Professor Albus Dumbledore.

Amazon's exclusive Collector's Edition includes a reproduction of J.K. Rowling's handwritten introduction, as well as 10 additional illustrations not found in the Standard Edition.

Release Date: 12/04/2008

Harry Potter Books 

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7)Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Standard Edition
Deluxe Edition
Audio Book (CD)


The most awaited book of 2007 was the final Harry Potter book from J.K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. It is available in a number of formats, including the Deluxe Edition and the Audiobook. For more information about the new book, visit this lens.

Do you know someone who hasn't yet read the Harry Potter books yet? Now that the series is finished, it makes sense to get the complete set of all seven books, and introduce someone to the magical world of Hogwarts. You can read more about it here.

Great DVD Movies and TV Shows for Christmas 

Nintendo Wii Games Console 

Fun for all the Family

The Nintendo Wii (pronounced "we") is designed to attract people, regardless of their age or video game experience, to sit down and play together - whether they're in the same room or on different sides of the globe.

The two Wii features Nintendo thinks will create new levels of gaming community are built-in Wi-Fi access, supported by a new online gaming service, and Wii's intuitive, wireless, motion-sensitive game controller.



Nintendo Wii
Games Console

Get Great Games for the Wii 

Top Games for the Nintendo Wii 

Below are the top selling Wii Games from Amazon, or you can checkout My Favorite Wii Games and also the collection of Best Wii Games.

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Xbox 360 Games Console 

If you know someone who owns and plays on an Xbox 360, there are two main gifts that they would like to have: accessories and games. Be sure to check what they already have before you go shopping though...

Hot New Games for Xbox 360 

Here are just some of the new Xbox 360 games that are coming out:

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More Great Gift Ideas 

Amazon Gift Certificates

If you still can't think of what to buy someone,
send them an Amazon Gift Certificate instead.
They will then be able to buy whatever they like...

What gifts are you buying for your family? 

Spook wrote...

You are gifted and I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and yours a Happy Xmas.

ReplyPosted December 19, 2008

awelldressedbullet wrote...

Hi Mr. Fluff! I wanted to drop by and wish you a wonderful holiday season and health, happiness and prosperity for 2009. Thank you for all the time, effort and hard work you so generously give us on Squidoo! - Kathy

ReplyPosted December 18, 2008

prosperity66 wrote...

Great lens! Rated 5 stars! Thanks for sharing so good ideas!

ReplyPosted December 17, 2008

kathyrclark wrote...

Great gift ideas. Thanks for sharing. Lens is very interesting and attractive. Welldone.

ReplyPosted December 13, 2008

AndrewGreen wrote...

Some great ideas, many thanks.

ReplyPosted December 11, 2008

Tiddledeewinks wrote...

My teen boys are into rock music now, so they want electric guitars with amplifiers now. I'm thankful for finding Squidoo to help me make it possible.

ReplyPosted December 10, 2008

Lensmaster

Another excellent Lens. I'm ranking 5 stars. Maybe one day my free offers Lens will receive a few ratings.

ReplyPosted December 09, 2008

dancingalone wrote...

Opened my eyes about what you call good lens. Great job! I wonder how long did that take you to build this lens. Any tips and advices?

ReplyPosted December 06, 2008

Mickie_G wrote...

Your ideas seem wonderful, but I am focused on the under 5 years old kid zone. My grandkids are ages 1 to 5 years. That is where my money (and time creating shopping lenses) is going! Thanks for your hard work, Fluff!

ReplyPosted December 05, 2008

Joan4 wrote...

Great ideas! and layout, too! Learning from you!

ReplyPosted December 02, 2008

 
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