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Top 10 Toys for Kids 2009

"Toy Wishes" magazine has officially released their predictions for the hottest, best-selling kids toys for well into 2009 - from that list, here are the Top 10 Toys for Kids!

(Pssst - you will also find some shopping tips here - where to buy online for nice discount prices!)

Summer Toys!

Update for spring and summer 2009...

Looking for some great kids toys for the great outdoors?

Check them out here:

1. Playskool Kota the Triceratops 

21st Century Dino for Kids 3 and Older


Playskool Kota My Triceratops Dinosaur

Playskool Kota the Triceratops is one of the most unique children's toys I've ever seen, and comes in a strong #1 in the list of Top 10 Toys for Kids!

Made specifically to ride on, he moves, "comes to life" and provides sound, music and delight to children 3 and older.

Available from Amazon.com (see right) - you can also find >>Playskool Kota the Triceratops on eBay.com.

Video for Kota the Triceratops provided by YouTube below.

Kota the Triceratops on YouTube.com 

Hasbro Kota Robot Triceratops

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2. Lego Agents Mobile Command Center 

Lego Secret Agent Headquarters for Kids Ages 6 and Up


LEGO Agents Mobile Command Center

Protect Secret Agent Headquarters from the Dr. Inferno's evil minions with the Lego Agents Mobile Command Center. Features quite an array of ATV's, boats and jets for tons of fun!

There are a few sets of Lego "Agents" and "Command Center" toys to choose from. The most popular of these is the Lego Agents Mobile Command Center (right). Other selections are shown below - all available on Amazon.com.

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3. Bratz Girlz Really Rock! 

Bratz Girlz Dolls, Movie, Music and Fashion for Girls 6 and Up.


Bratz:
Girlz Really Rock

Bratz Girlz Really Rock movie, music and toys are a big hit for girls 6 and up!

There are a number of items to choose from in the Bratz Girlz Really Rock collection, each doll comes with it's own personal musical instrument and two outfits to perform in.

The Bratz Girlz Really Rock! movie is available on DVD (shown right), Playstation 2, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS, and Video on Demand.

Bratz Girlz Really Rock Music is available on Audio CD and MP3 Download

Dolls to choose from include Punk Jade, Hip Hop Sasha, Pop Star Yasmin and Rock Star Cloe - all shown below, available from Amazon Toys.

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4. Bakugan Battle Arena 

The hottest game from the Bakugan toys line, for kids 6 and older


Bakugan Battle Arena

Bakugan Battle Arena is the hottest thing around right now for Bakugan toys lovers!

Set up your Bakugan cards, set up for battle! A strategy game to use with all of your Bakugan battle toys and cards (not included with the game).

The Bakugan Battle Arena can be purchased from Amazon (see right) - you can also find Bakugan Battle Arena on eBay.com.

Additional Bakugan toys are shown below - available from Amazon.com.

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5. Animal Scramble from Wild Planet 

Fun Animal "Tag" Game for Preschoolers - Ages 3 to 5 Years.


Wild Planet Animal Scramble

Animal Scramble Game from Wild Planet is not only a fun game for preschooler children, but it's got several learning aspects to it as well!

By "tagging" the animals from the clues received from the giraffe, kids can learn about types of animals, colors, etc. Part of the game also involves a "team" mode where kids practice sharing and dealing with other kids - parents will probably agree that this is a good thing to practice!

Note: Animal Scramble won a "Gold" award from the National Parenting Publications Awards.

Animal Scramble from Wild Planet is available from Amazon.com (see right), or you can buy Animal Scramble on eBay.com.

6. Ultimate Wall-E 

Advanced Wall-E Robot - Bring Wall-E to Life! For Kids 8 and Older


Ultimate Wall-E Programmable Remote Control Robot

Ultimate Wall-E Robot is sure to be a hit this year!

Ultimate Wall-E robot features 10 motors that enable him to move around easily and has several sensors that allow you to help him navigate.

Fun stuff!

You can find Ultimate Wall-E @ Amazon (right), check out prices and availability on the Ultimate Wall-E @ the eBay auctions below, or check out all eBay auctions for Ultimate Wall-E.

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7. U-Dance Game from Hasbro 

The Dance Revolution Takes a Step Up! For Kids Ages 8 and Older


U-Dance

The U-Dance Game from Hasbro is a step up from other types of video dance games - the kids' bodies are actually used as the controllers! The game uses wireless motion detection, kids follow the screen.

The U-Dance game from Hasbro can be purchased online from Amazon.com (see right), or you can compare prices on eBay from the auctions just below.

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8. Wonder Pets - This is Serious Ming Ming 

Ming-Ming Comes to the Rescue - for Kids 18 Months and Older


Fisher-Price this is Serious Ming Ming

Wonder Pets - This is Serious Ming-Ming brings favorite sayings, songs and dances from the all-time favorite Wonder Pet!

Dances the "This is Serious" dance that kids love. :)

Wonder Pets - This is Serious Ming-Ming is available at Amazon.com (see right), or you can check out This is Serious Ming-Ming on eBay.com.

More Wonder Pets toys to choose from below, from Amazon:

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9. Crayola Glow Station 

Glow in the Dark Creativity for Kids Around 8 to 15 Years


Crayola Glow Station can create with Light!

Crayola Glow Station - move a light wand over a poster-size canvas and watch it "come alive" with some great colors and patterns!

This is probably the most creative of all of the "hot" Top Ten Toys for Kids for 2008.

It's available from Amazon.com (see right), or check out eBay auctions below:

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10. Girl Gourmet Cupcake Maker from Jakks 

Creative Cupcake Making for Kids 8 and Older


Girl Gourmet Cup Cake Maker with Bonus Ice Cream Sandwich Maker

The Girl Gourmet Cupcake Maker from Jakks gives kids a simple way to get creative with cupcake making! (Cupcakes are gluten-free too.)

Variations of the Girl Gourmet Cupcake Maker are available - the "Bonus Ice Cream Sandwich Maker" version is to the right. Another version, plus refills are listed below - all from Amazon.com.

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Still Hot List!!! 

Some Top Picks from the "Still Hot" Toys from 2008!

There are more toys that are still hot sellers for 2008 - they're really standing the test of time, and have proven many times over to be ultimate favorites for kids.

These "top of the top" picks of toys include

  • Jakks Pacific Eyeclops Bionic Eye
  • Lego Indiana Jones Temple of the Crystal Skull Playset
  • Littlest Pet Shop VIP's
  • Rock Band 2
  • Transformers Roll-Out Command Optimus Prime
All toys available from Amazon.com (see below):

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Thanks for Visiting the Top 10 Toys for Kids Page! 

So that's it for the Top 10 Kids Toys for 2008 & Into 2009! I wish you the happiest and safest of holidays - and LOTS of fun for the kids! :)

Questions? Feel free to contact me via the "Contact Me" link on this page, or leave a comment below.

Also -- if you're looking for a specific toy and can't find it here, send me an email by the "Contact Me" link and I'll do what I can to help you out!

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