Advertisement

The Top 25 Must-Have Toys For Kids This Year, According To Amazon

HuffPost may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Prices and availability subject to change.

These are the top toys your kids will want on their wish list this year, including a holiday edition of Barbie and Baby Yoda plush.  (Photo: HuffPost )
These are the top toys your kids will want on their wish list this year, including a holiday edition of Barbie and Baby Yoda plush. (Photo: HuffPost )

It can be a guessing game to figure out what to get the kiddos every year. After all, the toys of today aren’t like the original American Girl dolls and coloring books of our youth — they can come with many more bells and whistles. (In some cases, literally.)

Whether you’re shopping for our own kids or looking for other little ones in your life, you’ll be happy to know that you don’t have to search too far to find a gift that they’ll love. Amazon has released its “Toys We Love” list, which includes more than 100 toys that’ll probably be big when the holiday season is here. Once again, brands like Lego and L.O.L. Surprise topped the list.

A few of the top toys feature the star of “The Mandalorian,” who is officially known as “The Child” but unofficially called Baby Yoda. There’s a popular plush of Baby Yoda, an animatronic version that can giggle and a 500-piece puzzle that depicts a scene from the show.

The list is broken up by age groups and categories like “action toys and vehicles” and “arts and crafts,” which means you can narrow down your hunt and find the perfect present.

“With many families spending more time at home, our list features great ways to learn, play and stay entertained this season,” Anne Carrihill, the category leaders of toys and games at Amazon, said in a blog post announcing the list. “Customers can discover innovative and educational toys, creativity-fostering arts and crafts, everyday classics, out-of-the-ordinary family games and more.”

Now that the list is out, you can shop ahead of the holiday madness (and before the toys sell out). And since the holidays might look a little different this year, you may want to plan your gifting early instead of waiting until the last minute.

In the list of top toys, you’ll find a bit of everything, including 2020′s Holiday Barbie Doll, which is a collectible, a Play-Doh kitchen kit to make fake sweets and a Hot Wheels tower track set. Read on to find this year’s top 25 toys, according to Amazon.

Take a look:

LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian The Razor Crest Building Kit

<a href="https://amzn.to/2ZX9YrN" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This Lego kit</a> lets kids build the Razor Crest ship that was featured in "The Mandalorian." It includes miniature versions of characters on the show, including the Mandalorian, Greef Karga, IG-11, a Scout Trooper and Baby Yoda. There are 1,023 pieces in this kit, so it'll take a little time to put together. <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZX9YrN" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $130 at Amazon</a>.

Melissa and Doug Scoop and Serve Ice Cream Counter

If your kiddo <i>loves</i> ice cream, you might get them <a href="https://amzn.to/3hRan4Y" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">their very own play parlor</a>. This ice cream station includes things like a scooper, scoops, cones and fake money. They'll definitely be entertained. <a href="https://amzn.to/3hRan4Y" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $43 at Amazon</a>.

LEGO Creator Expert Gingerbread House Building Kit

<a href="https://amzn.to/3cuRqEx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Build a gingerbread house</a> &mdash; without getting frosting all over the kitchen. This Lego kit lets little ones create a house with frosted roofs and candy cane columns. It comes with a toy train and candy furniture as well. And bonus: It doubles as holiday decor. <a href="https://amzn.to/3cuRqEx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $100 at Amazon</a>.

LEGO Super Mario Adventures with Mario Starter Course Building Kit

You can bring Mario sort of to life with <a href="https://amzn.to/3chAb9o" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this Lego course for kids</a>. The Mario figure has a color sensor, speaker that plays sounds from the video game and LCD screens in his eyes. In this play set, Mario collects coins and kids can build (or rebuild) the course whenever they want. <a href="https://amzn.to/3chAb9o" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $60 at Amazon</a>. There's an <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZUZ85J" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">expansion set</a>, too.

Basic Fun Cutetitos Fruititos - Surprise Stuffed Animals

Unroll <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZZNZk6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">these blankets</a> and get a scented stuffed animal. These collectible stuffed animals come in scents including watermelon, kiwi, orange and dragonfruit. Plus, kids get a pet collector card with each one. <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZZNZk6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $10 at Amazon</a>.

PlayMonster Drone Home Game with Real Flying Drone!

In <a href="https://amzn.to/32NfSxy" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this game</a>, players race to get their aliens down through ramps and into the drone before it takes off into the sky. The first player to get all their aliens into the drone wins. <a href="https://amzn.to/32NfSxy" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $20 at Amazon</a>.

Tara Toys Deluxe Princess Necklace Activity Set

Kiddos can <a href="https://amzn.to/2Hmbb5x" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">make their own jewelry</a> with this activity set, which includes beads, closures and character charms. It has over 500 pieces to make 10 different necklaces. They can have one-of-kind necklaces that they made all by themselves. <a href="https://amzn.to/2Hmbb5x" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $20 at Amazon</a>.

B. toys by Battat B. Symphony Musical Toy Orchestra

Your kids can make their own music with <a href="https://amzn.to/2FX4arf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this toy orchestra</a>, which features 13 toy instruments including a piano, guitar and xylophone. It has 15 different melodies. <a href="https://amzn.to/2FX4arf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $54 at Amazon</a>.

Mattel Star Wars The Child Plush Toy

His official title might be "The Child" for now, but there are lots of us who call this little one Baby Yoda. And now you can <a href="https://amzn.to/2HlC1e4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">get a plush version of him</a> that can either be "perfect for cuddling" or a collectible that's held high on your shelves. It comes with the furry coat you see on the show. <a href="https://amzn.to/2HlC1e4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $19 at Amazon</a>. There's an <a href="https://amzn.to/3kANXXB" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">animatronic Baby Yoda toy</a>, too.

Bluey Family Home Playset

<a href="https://amzn.to/35WiVoU" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This play set</a> includes a house with four different rooms. There's removable furniture, opening doors and a patio, too. Kids can make the Bluey figure jump around from room to room. <a href="https://amzn.to/35WiVoU" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $73 at Amazon</a>.

Crayola Light Up Tracing Pad with Eye-Soft Technology

If the little one in your life loves to draw, you could get them <a href="https://amzn.to/3mNYL6T" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this light-up tracing pad</a> from Crayola. It comes with 20 tracing paper sheets and 12 short colored pencils. The tracing pad automatically adjusts when there's too much low light, reducing the glare that you would get. <a href="https://amzn.to/3mNYL6T" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $35 at Amazon</a>.

Ravensburger Marvel Villainous: Infinite Power Strategy Board Game

in <a href="https://amzn.to/2RO5qiS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this strategy game</a> meant for older kids, players can play as one of Marvel's famous villains, including Thanos, Hela, Ultron, Taskmaster and Killmonger. Each villain comes with its own powers and goals, and players face off against each other and heroes like Black Panther and Captain America. <a href="https://amzn.to/2RO5qiS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $35 at Amazon</a>.

Radio Flyer Little Red Roadster

They can hit the road (aka the sidewalk) with <a href="https://amzn.to/33QfpK2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this red roadster</a> featuring a steel body, chrome finishes, working steering wheel and honking horn. The rubber tires are supposed to be quiet, so the toy can be used outdoors and indoors. <a href="https://amzn.to/33QfpK2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $60 at Amazon</a>.

Present Pets, Glitter

<a href="https://amzn.to/30dCvJZ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This toy</a> has a bit of mystery to it, with an interactive surprise pet that makes 100 sounds and actions. And you don't even have to wrap it &mdash; kids just have to pull the gift tag on top of the box. <a href="https://amzn.to/30dCvJZ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $50 at Amazon</a>.

Blue's Clues & You! Bath Time Blue Plush

To get through bath time, you might just snag <a href="https://amzn.to/33M2lpk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this plush</a> for little ones. The "Blue's Clues" toy can be played with inside or outside of the tub, depending on what your kiddo wants. <a href="https://amzn.to/33M2lpk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $13 at Amazon</a>.

Barbie Signature 2020 Holiday Barbie Doll

Barbie releases a collectible "<a href="https://barbie.mattel.com/shop/en-us/ba/barbie-holiday-dolls#facet:&amp;productBeginIndex:0&amp;orderBy:&amp;pageView:grid&amp;minPrice:&amp;maxPrice:&amp;pageSize:&amp;contentPageSize:&amp;" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Holiday Doll</a>" every year. This year, the doll glitters in a gold gown, gold makeup and gold earrings. There's a blonde and brunette version of this Barbie, too. <a href="https://amzn.to/35WSrnw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $39 at Amazon</a>.

Play-Doh Kitchen Creations Candy Delight Playset

It's a "<a href="https://amzn.to/2Hm9gOn" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">candy crankin' machine</a>" &mdash; kids can use this set to make their own pretend peanut butter cups and chocolate bars with Play-Doh. It's definitely a <i>sweet</i> gift. <a href="https://amzn.to/2Hm9gOn" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $25 at Amazon</a>.

L.O.L. Surprise! Present Surprise Doll with 8 Surprises

In recent years, <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZWy06g" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">L.O.L. dolls</a> have <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/16/parenting/lol-surprise-doll-isaac-larian.html#:~:text=Larian's%20late%2Dnight%20inspiration%20spawned,Surprise!&amp;text=Its%20products%20are%20even%20more%20popular%20than%20Star%20Wars%20toys." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">risen to the top of the toy industry</a>. The dolls in this set are dressed for a party and come with different accessories like party hats and shoes. But, shush, it's a surprise what your kiddo will get. <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZWy06g" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $11 at Amazon</a>.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Earth Science Kit

<a href="https://amzn.to/3kOgGsj" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This kit</a> has everything your science-loving kid will need for 15 different experiments. They'll be able to erupt a volcano and grow a crystal from their playroom &mdash; and there are easy-to-follow guides. <a href="https://amzn.to/3kOgGsj" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $30 at Amazon</a>.

Monster Jam Official Megalodon Storm All-Terrain Remote Control Monster Truck

<a href="https://amzn.to/3mAghLH" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This toy</a> has a water-resistant design and tires so kids can drive it through water. It comes with a controller (but no batteries) and is rechargeable with a USB. <a href="https://amzn.to/3mAghLH" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $44 at Amazon</a>.

BEYBLADE Burst Rise Hypersphere Vortex Climb Battle Set

This set includes a <a href="https://amzn.to/2FUfDaT" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hypersphere Vortex Climb Beystadium</a>, where players can battle it out with launchers and spinning tops. The tops are meant to fight it out with head-to-head collisions. Kids can also play digitally through the Beyblade Burst app. <a href="https://amzn.to/2FUfDaT" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $50 at Amazon</a>.

Osmo - Little Genius Starter Kit for iPad

<a href="https://amzn.to/368tghZ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This kit</a> has preschool learning tools, with four educational games. Kids can learn their ABCs, get some drawing done and develop problem-solving skills. You'll need an iPad to get started. <a href="https://amzn.to/368tghZ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $80 at Amazon</a>.

Hot Wheels Sky Crash Tower Track Set

<a href="https://amzn.to/2He4q5C" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This Hot Wheels track</a> set has a tower that can store 20 cars, and kids can race multiple ones at the same time. The loops are meant for midair stunts. The set comes with one car, so you'll have to stock up on a few for the kids to race away. <a href="https://amzn.to/2He4q5C" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $50 at Amazon</a>.

Star Wars - The Mandalorian - The Child - 500 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

If they're a fan of "The Mandalorian," they'll probably be a fan of <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZXsIr1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this jigsaw puzzle</a> featuring the title character<i> and </i>Baby Yoda. <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZXsIr1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $10 at Amazon</a>.

KidKraft Amazon Alexa Enabled 2-in-1 Kitchen & Market

You're going to need some space for <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZWKBGJ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this kitchen and market</a>, which comes fully equipped with a self-checkout, working smart scanner and storage shelves. Kids can play with Amazon's Alexa and choose between five different modes. <a href="https://amzn.to/2ZWKBGJ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find it for $300 at Amazon</a>.

Related...

20 Practical Home Finds On Amazon Under $20

The Top Toys Of The 2019 Holiday Season, According To Amazon

All Of The Tie-Dye Loungewear On Amazon We Can't Wait To Try

Love HuffPost? Become a founding member of HuffPost Plus today.

This article originally appeared on HuffPost and has been updated.