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Bitzee, Yoto, Gui Gui… why does shopping for the best kids’ toys of 2026 feel like learning another language?
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To save you the legwork, we’ve rounded up the most popular toys for babies all the way to big kids.
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With screen-free faves, STEM fun and budget-friendly finds, these hot toys for Christmas and the holidays strike the right balance between parent-approved picks and gifts kids actually want—promise.
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The Melissa & Doug Simmer & Stir Stovetop Play Set brings cooking to life with Water WOW! technology that transforms “raw” foods into perfectly cooked creations.
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Kids can drip or squeeze water to change the color of veggies, proteins, and sauces, using a durable stovetop and realistic accessories for immersive, repeat-play fun.
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| Age: 3+
The Imaginext Jurassic World Rebirth Ultimate Action Chomp T. Rex stands an impressive 18 inches tall, roaring, rumbling, and chomping through playtime with light-up eyes and a “real feel” tongue.
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Kids can trigger movement, launch projectiles, and even “feed” it 3-inch figures, inspiring big-action storytelling and fine-motor skill fun.
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Meet Cooper, the Little Live Pets Ouchies puppy who needs a little TLC!
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Kids can apply a “magic cast” and personalize it as they help him heal.
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With lifelike sounds, reactions, and soft golden fur, this interactive 10-inch pup brings nurturing, imaginative play to life—bark, whimper, and play!
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Slime Life Food delivers a fun, food-inspired slime experience for kids and collectors alike.
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Each DIY kit lets you create vibrant, realistic dishes, style them to your liking, and enjoy satisfying textures as you squish, smash, and play.
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| Age: 8+
The Make It Real Swift Clicks Heishi Bracelet Maker makes jewelry crafting faster and easier than ever.
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Rotate the bead carousel, click to thread, and watch your colorful designs come to life.
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With everything needed to create over 20 bracelets, it’s perfect for endless hands-on creativity and stylish DIY fun.
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| Age 8+
When it comes to stuffies, it’s hard to beat the insanely soft and even-more-insanely cute Jellycat crew.
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The modular foam pieces (featuring machine-washable covers—genius) let your kids come up with tons of configurations for whatever game or world they’re dreaming up.
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It’s both fun and functional, and we love that it’s from a family-owned business in London, Ontario.
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Bathtime just got even more fun with the Montessori-inspired brand’s new bath set.
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This kit is loaded with fun, educational toys for kids (plus a guide to help you support their learning as they play).
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Think: water wheels, an open-and-close tube, rattling ball, real-looking ducks, peekaboo boat and more—and they’re all designed to avoid mould.
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| Age: 9+ months
There’s a new version of this popular audio player—and it’s now suitable for kids as young as one.
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Toddlers can explore cause and effect as they plop the bigger, squishier figurines (called My First Tonies) on top of the device and hear their favourite songs and stories.
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Bonus: The device has a light ring that works as a sleep timer and wake-up alarm, too.
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It’s hard to resist getting in on the building action, especially with this new set that includes rails (an idea that came from a dad/Magna-fan) for a STEM boost.
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Create race tracks, ramps and whatever else your imaginations dream up.
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| Age: 3+
Fresh on the heels of the popular show’s move to the big screen, it’s no wonder this a-meow-zing dollhouse is topping wishlists as one of the top toys for kids in 2026.
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| Age: 3+
Promising all of the fun of the Bluey “Kids” grocery-store episode—minus the chaos—this supermarket set will keep littles busy sending Bluey and Bingo up the working escalator and loading up their shopping carts.
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It even has a working intercom and 24 sound effects.
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| Age: 3+
With a long winter ahead and the need for fun indoor activities for kids, picture this: you quietly sip your coffee on the couch while your little one takes your (pretend) pizza order and then keeps busy getting the toppings just right.
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Wooden toys are always parent-approved, and this one gets extra points for how it supports fine motor skills and imaginative play.
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With its huge assortment of music and story cards (from The Very Hungry Caterpillar to the just-launched Wicked soundtrack to best-selling K-Pop Demon Hunters hits (all sold separately)), free daily educational podcasts, and double-duty as night light, alarm clock and room thermometer, this multifunctional gadget is easily one of our fave toys for preschoolers of 2026, and for bigger kids, too.
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For a thoughtful touch, add your own recordings to the included make-your-own card before you wrap it up.
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Let your little one capture special holiday memories, vacations and more with their own digital camera.
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This photo- and video-taking model tops our lists because it’s durable, very easy for youngsters to figure out, and includes tons of frames and special effects for them to explore.
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(Just make sure to have batteries at the ready as they aren’t included.) |
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Ages: 3-8
Looking for a fun family gift that will keep kids entertained inside?
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Hockey lovers can embrace the game—without slapshots through your kitchen—with this top-rated toy for kids.
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…and 13 more, not listed.
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