Top 10 Toys for Kids 2011-2012

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For this year of 2011 and into 2012, the Top Ten Toys for Kids are an extremely fun mix of toys for kids in various age groups - there are some fun new toys for very little ones, as well as some top favorites for kids in older age categories.

About this page: On this page you will find the best-selling toys this year, which are also receiving high consumer rankings for their creativity and fun. You will also get access to additional popular toys.  (Tip:  If you don't find exactly what you want right here on this page, check the links toward the bottom of the page specific to boys' and girls' toys as well as toys by age range.)

Recommended Shopping: For each of the top 10 toys for kids listed here on this page, one or more shopping resources is recommended for price and selection.

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1. Let's Rock Elmo!

For kids 18 months old and up

Sesame Street Let's Rock Elmo @ Amazon Toys

Coming in at a very prestigious first place among the top 10 toys for kids 2011-2012 is MSesame Street's Let's Rock Elmo.

This little guy is quite instinctive, not only playing his own instrument and singing, but he is also able to tell which instrument a little one is playing and plays right along! There are up to six songs that can be sung and he comes with a microphone, tambourine and drums (additional instruments sold separately). A very cute toy for kids preschool age, and it looks to be the favorite for this year's Christmas season.

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2. LeapFrog LeapPad Explorer Tablet

For kids 4 to 9 years old

LeapPad Explorer Tablet @ Amazon Toys

Coming in next for the top ten toys for kids 2011 is the LeapFrog Leap Pad Explorer Learning Tablet.

This is the latest innovation in a lineup of very cool technology learning toys from LeapFrog, this one being sort of like a "kids iPad" - there are over 100 games available as well as digital books, videos, flash cards, a built in camera and camcorder. Truly an amazing toy that kids will have fun with and learn from a long time to come.

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3. Nerf Vortex Nitron Blaster

For kids 6 years of age and up

Nerf Vortex Nitron @ Kmart.com

Next up is a favorite for Nerf fans - the Nerf Vortex Nitron Blaster.

This is perhaps the most advanced Nerf blaster yet in terms of its technology, having features such as an electronic scope and pulsating lights to assist with targeting. Different from many other Nerf toys, this blaster utilizes disks and has additional storage for more firing power.

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4. Air Hogs Hyperactives Pro RC Vehicles

For kids 12 to 15 years old

Hyperactives Pro R/C Vehicles @ Amazon Toys

Air Hogs Hyper Actives Pro R/C Vehicles come in next on the list of the best toys for kids this year.

These are pretty special little hot rods, having the ability to upright themselves to maximize the amount of racing, and can be used inside or out. Remote control allows maximum control when racing, perform special stunts that defy gravity and reach speeds that are actually quite amazing, especially for toys!

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5. National Products Chevy Camaro

For kids 3 to 7 years of age

National Products Chevy Camaro @ Amazon Toys

Coming in at #5 among the top 10 toys for kids this year is the National Products Chevrolet Camaro.

Able to seat two, this battery powered car has two forward speeds (2.5 and 5 miles per hour) as well as a reverse. Some other highlighted features include a real working FM radio, MP 3 player and realistic detailing and sounds.

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6. LEGO Ninjago Limited Edition Lightning Dragon (2521)

For kids 8 years old and up

Limited Edition Lightning Dragon @ Amazon Toys

The latest and greatest from LEGO comes in next on the list of the top 10 kids toys for 2011 - LEGO Ninjago Limited Edition Lightning Dragon.

The theme of this toy is to set up and execute a rescue of the character "Sensei Wu," and to retrieve the nunchucks that were stolen, all while avoiding the danger from the enemy helicopter and missiles. A creative building and adventure toys for LEGO fans this year.

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7. Transformers Dark of the Moon Ultimate Optimus Prime

For kids 5 years and older

Ultimate Optimus Prime @ Amazon Toys

Next up among the top ten toys for kids 2011 is a perfect toy for those young (or old!) Transformers fans - Transformers Ultimate Optimus Prime.

Coming from Transformers "Dark of the Moon," this Optimus Prime character has a lot of kids pretty excited. He has electronic features such as noises and lights, and his "robot mode" is pretty amazing, Omega Combat Armor with Optimus Prime fitting inside.

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8. Fijit Friends Interactive Toys

For kids 6 years and older

Fijit Friends @ Amazon Toys

The next item on the list of the top 10 kids toys 2011 is a line that appears to be geared toward the little ladies - Fijit Friends Interactive Toys.

This is a series of mini interactive robot type toys that feature voice recognition with lifelike feel and movements. They seem to specialize in recognition of music as well, and can move right along with the rhythm, or play their own songs. Each one has more than 100 different responses built in. The different available characters include Willa, Sage, Serafina and Logan; accessory packs to go with them are also available.

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9. Syma S107/S107G RC Helicopters

For kids 14 years and up

Syma S107/S107G @ Amazon Toys

Next up comes from one of the hottest lines of R/C toys over the past few years - Syma S107/S107G R/C Helicopters.

These little helis will fit right in the palm of your hand, and are specifically designed for flying indoors. They can fly for around 8 to 12 minutes per full charge, the charging time is around 25 or 30 minutes. Lots of fun for kids and adults too.

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10. Animal Planet Air Swimmers R/C Flying Fish

For kids 8 to 10 years of age

Air Swimmers R/C Flying Fish @ Buy.com

Now here is an innovative idea among the best toys for kids 2011 - Animal Planet Air Swimmers.

Coming in the form of either a clown fish or shark, these toys are inflated with helium to float, then controlled in the air via a remote control. It can be moved up and down and around at a full 360 degrees. It will bounce off walls and according to the product information it will not break and will actually stay inflated for a couple of weeks.

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Top 10 Toys for Kids LogoSo that's it for the Top 10 Kids Toys for 2011-2012! I have to admit that these toys made me "oooh and ahhh" myself - and wishing that such toys were created when I was a child! Personally I am quite impressed with what is available for kids these days, including the opportunity to learn and expand - and also just have some good fun. =)

If you would like additional toys to choose from, check the links toward the bottom of this page - you will very likely find the perfect toy or toys for any little one you are shopping for no matter if you are shopping for a boy or a girl - of any age.

Thanks so much for visiting and I hope you all have a safe and happy holiday season in 2011 - and a wonderful year in 2012! (And of course, I hope for all the kids out there to have some serious fun!)

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