Top 10 New Toys for Christmas 2011
The “Top 10 Toys for Christmas” lists are a highly anticipated annual event. For toymakers it means more sales for their new offerings, for toy sellers it helps them decide which toys to spend their inventory money on, and for consumers, the people who buy these top toys, it gives them an idea of what are the children your Christmas list may want more for Christmas.
But it never seems to be fair a ready. Toys r’Us puts one out, as does Walmart and Macy’s. So comparing these lists, here are the top 10 toys common to all lists.
*Toys listed are selected by category, ie. Boys, girls, toddlers, older children, etc., one of each. And they are listed in alphabetical order, not by position in the list.
angry birds
What started as a smartphone gaming app quickly turned into a hot trend that quickly jumped to the PC screen in Google’s Chrome browser and even spawned popular boxed, board and card games. If you have a young adult with a smartphone on your Christmas list, this is a gift to consider.
Barbie Doll Girl Video
Barbie went digital with the introduction of the Barbie Video Girl doll. She has a video camera lens on her collar and a viewing screen on her back. Young girls and Barbie fans alike will love taking short videos (up to 25 minutes) from the doll’s perspective and then viewing them upside down or transferring them to a computer.
Disney Cars 2 Movie Toys
Ol’ Mater and Lightning McQueen lead the charge for cool new toys in this Disney deal. The Lights & Sounds vehicles are the best choice for younger kids, while their die-cast collectibles and track sets are the best choices for older kids and collectors.
Fisher-Price iXL 6-in-1 Learning System
The iXL uses touch technology to provide 6 ways to play: digital reader, game player, notepad, art studio, MP3 player and photo viewer, all in a durable, kid-safe package. Another great learning toy from Fisher-Price.
Fushigi Gravity Magic Ball
The Fushigi Gravity Ball appears to defy gravity by appearing to float in mid-air. No gimmicks or strings attached – just combine manual manipulation with its reflective spherical design and amaze your friends. You can feel like you’re defying the laws of gravity with your bare hands.
LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Board Game
LEGO has combined its traditional building block sets with a movie-themed playset (Harry Potter, of course), to present a top-choice Christmas gift that kids build first, then play with. This top toy appeals to both LEGO and Harry Potter fans.
Nerf Guns – The New Vortex Series
Nerf has changed the game by changing its ammo. The new Vortex Nerf Guns fire round foam and rubber discs instead of traditional foam darts. In addition to that major change, Nerf also incorporated a new design that gives these Vortex Blasters greater range than any previous Nerf gun.
ReCon 6.0 programmable mobile robot
The ReCon 6.0 programmable mobile is a robot, a toy, and most importantly, a learning tool! Kids can program the Rover to navigate specific courses to; surprise a family member with a personalized message, bring a drink or give a gift to a pet. A sure hit for the techno and robotics kids on your list.
Singamajigs Singing Dolls
These wacky dolls, the Sing-a-ma-jigs, hit the top of must-have kids’ toys in 2010, and with all the new additions introduced for 2011, including new 2-doll duos, it looks like they’ll top the list. . “Top Toys For Girls” lists for Christmas 2011 as well.
Tonka Ricochet 4X4 RC Vehicle
Radio controlled toys are always a hit, and this new Ricochet 4 X 4 is the latest and greatest on the RC market. They zoom, flip and roll backwards to follow your commands. Backed by Tonka’s reputation for quality construction, this is one RC toy that will outlast Christmas Day.
These are just some of the “Top Toys for Christmas 2011” options, there are many more options available for different age groups and interests. To see more and make your gift selection easier—and save money, too—check out these top-rated must-have new toys, complete with pictures, details, customer reviews, and direct links to some of the lowest prices available online at : The best toys for Christmas 2011