The HOT TOY thread for the 2009 Holiday Season

[JohnnyLaRue]

Does anyone know or can predict the must have toys (or non toy item) this holiday season? Usually there is the one or two must have items. Also what about non toy items? Will there be a new item put out by a company this fall?

[samisma]

hmm. not a specific toy - but I think Ni Hai Kailan is going to take off like a rocket for toddler toys. (noggin/nickolodeon).

i also think that for tweens a big thing might be Wizards of Waverly place merch

[tyreejames]

hmm. not a specific toy - but I think Ni Hai Kailan is going to take off like a rocket for toddler toys. (noggin/nickolodeon).

i also think that for tweens a big thing might be Wizards of Waverly place merch

We were in Target today and my DS soon to be 2 went crazy when he saw the Ni Hai Kailan stuff (NI Hai he likes to call it).

My DD6 iS already asking for Wizards stuff; Target had some pens and little notebooks in the $1 Spot and we got a few of those.

[samisma]

I also think that if nickolodeon came out with a Yo Gabba Gabba Toy - like dj lance's boombox - that it would be a real hot item. but that's just me. ;)

[teach2nuts]

I think the DSI will be hot this Christmas. As for other toys there has been some speculation that Transformers will once again be a hot item.

[khkran]

I think the DSI will be hot this Christmas. As for other toys there has been some speculation that Transformers will once again be a hot item.

The DSi does have its down falls though I just found out wont play any guitar hero games ans not backward compatiable with GBA

[tyreejames]

The DSi does have its down falls though I just found out wont play any guitar hero games ans not backward compatiable with GBA

My kids traded in their DS lites and their GBA games to get
the DS lites; it didn't bother them at all. My DD6 loves the camera
and being able to record music on it.

I can see no backward compatibility would bother some though.

[teach2nuts]

There is a new WII game coming out called Sports Resort. It has an extra wii motion plus attachmnet for the wii remote control. You can preorder on Amazon for $46.99. That price includes the game and will motion plus controller. This may be one of the hot new games coming out.

[ChristmasShopping]

There is a new WII game coming out called Sports Resort. It has an extra wii motion plus attachmnet for the wii remote control. You can preorder on Amazon for $46.99. That price includes the game and will motion plus controller. This may be one of the hot new games coming out.

Just bought this for hubby's birthday...hope it is as fun as it looks. I will give a review once we play it, if anyone is interested.

[stacy0479]

There is a new WII game coming out called Sports Resort. It has an extra wii motion plus attachmnet for the wii remote control. You can preorder on Amazon for $46.99. That price includes the game and will motion plus controller. This may be one of the hot new games coming out.

MY DF wants one of these. The problem with me shopping on BF is he is with me and I can't buy his stuff when he is with me!!

[wnc_mom]

As a mom of a toddler...I will be on the look out for new toys! My son had everything!!! nia kih lan or whayever its called lol is probably gonna be big...my son dosnt really like it but i think shes the new Dora! lol the DSI will be BIG!!!

[deljack27]

I think the Leapfrog Zippity may be a hot toy.

http://www.leapfrog.com/en/shop/zippity_library.html

[dealluvr]

barbie and ken dolls looking like twilight actors they come out in november i think

[krissy72]

My DD11 is still asking for Rosetta Stone. She is also asking for an alarm clock that is compatible with her ipod touch and a digital picture frame. So far she has not asked for any Wii games.

[3 boys]

In our house the "hot toy" will be the Toy Story Buzz and Woody dolls.
My boys LOVE them and the ones they have now are in VERY bad shape(Woody has no head and Buzz has no legs but they still tote them around:no:)
I will be very happy to replace them with new ones!

[neile457]

TSM is also coming out, at least for the WII.

[katkat777]

barbie and ken dolls looking like twilight actors they come out in november i think

I think anything Twilight will be huge...Especially since the latest movie New Moon will be out the end of November.

(says in a small voice) Yes I am one of those adults who love Twilight!!

[chester5]

In our house the "hot toy" will be the Toy Story Buzz and Woody dolls.
My boys LOVE them and the ones they have now are in VERY bad shape(Woody has no head and Buzz has no legs but they still tote them around:no:)
I will be very happy to replace them with new ones!

I think you're one year ahead. With Toy Story 3 coming out next summer, I imagine we'll have another round of Buzz and Woody toys out there!

[Miss Star]

I think anything Twilight will be huge...Especially since the latest movie New Moon will be out the end of November.

(says in a small voice) Yes I am one of those adults who love Twilight!!


I will definitely be scopping up any and all the New Moon merchandise that I can, last year on BF at Kmart I got the Edward poster from Twilight :D it was only $3.99 too, a lot better than the $7 or more at most other places.

[3 boys]

I think you're one year ahead. With Toy Story 3 coming out next summer, I imagine we'll have another round of Buzz and Woody toys out there!

The more the better in my house!

[alleyc]

MY DF wants one of these. The problem with me shopping on BF is he is with me and I can't buy his stuff when he is with me!!

This game is alot of fun - Fiance surprised us with it the other week , a definate must buy , loads of fun!

I would probably say the Dsi too is going to be a popular toy this year ..although I find it hard to classify it as a toy lol

[Cremer83]

Hey first post here, I have been a long time creeper of these sites and finally decided to join.

The New Super Mario Bro for the WII WILL be the game to have this Christmas. It is scheduled to come out in mid November and the gamestop I reserved my game at, has already stopped takin pre orders on it.

This game will be super hard to get a hold of before Christmas, if you want to make sure you get it I would reserve it...

[stacy0479]

Hey first post here, I have been a long time creeper of these sites and finally decided to join.

The New Super Mario Bro for the WII WILL be the game to have this Christmas. It is scheduled to come out in mid November and the gamestop I reserved my game at, has already stopped takin pre orders on it.

This game will be super hard to get a hold of before Christmas, if you want to make sure you get it I would reserve it...

What exactly is it?

[Cremer83]

its a adventure game for the Wii like the New Super Mario Bros gamethat came out for the Nintendo DS although they revamped the who game and up to 4 players can play at once

[Mommyof2]

I saw a ton of Toy Story toys @ Target. I had never seen them before, so they may be new. They had a whole Toy Story section. There were Buzz gloves that you can put on and of course, they make noise! Bunch of others but didn't look too close.

[lakj98]

The Leapfrog Zippity looks cool. I had not seen that before now.
Not sure what will be hot this year, but I will not be buying many toys. I am thinking new TV's this year for the kids bedrooms. I am sick of buying all of the toys and they play with none of them.

[boblin119]

I saw a ton of Toy Story toys @ Target. I had never seen them before, so they may be new. They had a whole Toy Story section. There were Buzz gloves that you can put on and of course, they make noise! Bunch of others but didn't look too close.


in october they are releasing toy story 1& 2 in 3d. so the toys will probably be hot, this year.

[crys]

I will definitely be scopping up any and all the New Moon merchandise that I can, last year on BF at Kmart I got the Edward poster from Twilight :D it was only $3.99 too, a lot better than the $7 or more at most other places.

I think anything Twilight will be huge...Especially since the latest movie New Moon will be out the end of November.

(says in a small voice) Yes I am one of those adults who love Twilight!!

WAVES hand Proudly!!! I love Twilight and I adore Edward and I want to kidnap Rob Pattinson!!!

[Miss Star]

WAVES hand Proudly!!! I love Twilight and I adore Edward and I want to kidnap Rob Pattinson!!!

*waves* Hi :D Team Edward!!!

Hot Topic already has a new moon t-shirt and poster.

I am waiting for Walmart to come out with New Moon merch, they had a bunch of keychains, buttons, necklaces, and magnets when Twilight was released and they were all only $5 each, which is awesome compared to most other places selling Twilight merch.

[mommyofanangelb]

Is there gonna be a new Elmo toy this year? Or have they given up? Elmo Live didnt sell that well last year; at least I dont think so.

[JohnnyLaRue]

I heard something about Elmo Tickle hands. Other than that I dunno. ?????????

[brinak2005]

Is there gonna be a new Elmo toy this year? Or have they given up? Elmo Live didnt sell that well last year; at least I dont think so.

I have seen Tickle me elmo hands. They are like gloves that kids wear but I am not sure exactly how they work.

[mommyofanangelb]

I have seen Tickle me elmo hands. They are like gloves that kids wear but I am not sure exactly how they work.

I've seen those on walmart.com, but didnt think much of them. Elmo Live is $20 on clearance @ walmart.com; of course I was too late. I want to get it for my dd1 who'll be 17.5 months this Christmas, but Im not paying $60. Im gonna check ebay.

[wnc_mom]

I've seen those on walmart.com, but didnt think much of them. Elmo Live is $20 on clearance @ walmart.com; of course I was too late. I want to get it for my dd1 who'll be 17.5 months this Christmas, but Im not paying $60. Im gonna check ebay.

I have a Elmo Live I got it last year the weekend it went onsale thinking that it would be a big hit! lmao! I got it for my then 18 month old son who LOVED it in the store heck..he even loved it in the box! But when he opened it on x-mas he got scarred of it all of a sudden? He still insisted that we tote it around to grandmas and such for a few days after christmas but he dosnt care for it anymore so its put up in his closet good as new! I would be willing to sale it actually i was thinking about puting it on ebay tonight lol let me know if you are intrested! its a really neat toy! me and my hubby love it its really funny!

[suddenly_1976]

looks like zhu zhu pets will be hot

[wnc_mom]

This Tues. 8/25th On the bonnie hunt show(abc) they are gonna be showing the HOTTEST toys for the 2009 Holiday Season!!! Dont miss it!

[Elmck]

My DD likes the Fancy Nancy stuff at Target, she loves the books. She also likes the Groovy girl dolls, and it looks like they are coming out with a bunch of new dolls this fall. (we don't have any yet but we will.)

[mommyofanangelb]

I have a Elmo Live I got it last year the weekend it went onsale thinking that it would be a big hit! lmao! I got it for my then 18 month old son who LOVED it in the store heck..he even loved it in the box! But when he opened it on x-mas he got scarred of it all of a sudden? He still insisted that we tote it around to grandmas and such for a few days after christmas but he dosnt care for it anymore so its put up in his closet good as new! I would be willing to sale it actually i was thinking about puting it on ebay tonight lol let me know if you are intrested! its a really neat toy! me and my hubby love it its really funny!

thnx, but her god dad came over yesterdsy with gifts for her {he missed her 1st bday} and elmo was one of them. i told him to hold on to elmo as her xmas gift ...thnx again tho, i would have def taken you up on that offer had i had to buy it myself.

[wnc_mom]

thnx, but her god dad came over yesterdsy with gifts for her {he missed her 1st bday} and elmo was one of them. I told him to hold on to elmo as her xmas gift ...thnx again tho, i would have def taken you up on that offer had i had to buy it myself.

*welcome!*

[TheLegend]

Since I think in terms of video games (blatant Nintendoholic)..... :tongue1:

The new PS3 Slim ($299 for 120GB) and PSP Go will be hot items. Sony is finally dropping prices on the PS3s to match the XBox 360. Nintendo may have to push the Wii down to $199 (even though they say they won't).

Regarding Wii Sports Resort... have had it a few weeks now and haven't tried all the sports yet. But some people might feel the island flyover is a bit lame (control layout). Huge improvement in the bowling game over the original Wii Sports. The Motion Plus attachment made the ball physics more realistic. Powerboarding is interesting but I don't like the control setup (requires constant twisting of the wrist which, IMO, can lead to a strain), but the game physics here are excellent. Frisbee's cool.... basketball's meh.

I'm looking toward New SMB Wii though. It's the DS version on steroids, with multi-player with co-op modes.

[jellybean051901]

I think Beatles Rock Band is going to be big. So will Wii Active.

[JBorman]

Has anyone been able to find the Zhu Zhu pets at Target or Walmart ?

[mommyofanangelb]

I think Beatles Rock Band is going to be big. So will Wii Active.

I totally agree! I just saw the commercial for the Beatles Rock Band for the first time a couple of days ago and I said to myself, "Thats gonna be a hit."

[KrisinTn]

Has anyone been able to find the Zhu Zhu pets at Target or Walmart ?

I'm thinking that Zhu Zhu pets might be very popular this year. I still haven't been able to locate any in my B&M stores.

[mommyofanangelb]

I was watching QVC's Countdown to Christmas on the 25th and on their Fisher Price show, they advertised Elmo Live Encore.

[jellybean051901]

My dd 5 saw the new Barbies today. They are Barbie and the Musketeers. It seems like the new Barbie is always a hit. The movie comes out late 2009 so maybe in time for Christmas

[boblin119]

went to toysrus tonight and picked up the last 2 zhu zhu pets. talked to an associate that said they recieved 300 and put them up this morning and they were gone in hours.

[hannahs_momma]

looks like zhu zhu pets will be hot

I agree ZhuZHu Pets will be hot this year!

[rogue1230]

looks like zhu zhu pets will be hot

I was going to ask if anyone saw these things yet, my 2 yr old squeals when he sees the robo hampsters running around.... but I don't know, anyone have any thoughts?

[neboo]

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

Halo: ODST

2 "adult" games that will be very popular this year.

[Lusha120]

I was going to ask if anyone saw these things yet, my 2 yr old squeals when he sees the robo hampsters running around.... but I don't know, anyone have any thoughts?

buy one now if you can ever find it, or else you'll be mobbed in the isles on BF looking for those things! anyone else remember the mess with those furbys? yeah, same tempo in the stores with those robo-hampsters! My little one wants it because it looks like the wonder pet hampster. This will be the #1 toy this season.

[momof5plus1hubby]

Has anyone been able to find the Zhu Zhu pets at Target or Walmart ?

Dont know where your located at but I asked yest at our TRU and Walmart and they said big shipments are coming early fall.;)

[mgmckny]

I agree ZhuZHu Pets will be hot this year!

I think my cats would love them... LOL

[boblin119]

Dont know where your located at but I asked yest at our TRU and Walmart and they said big shipments are coming early fall.;)

Just talked to a sales associate at toysrus that is 30mins away, to see when they will be getting more. They told me it will be a while, as their supplier is already out, due to the other stores ordering big orders. The one closer to our house sold 300 of them within 3 hours.

[tdanette]

looks like zhu zhu pets will be hot

IA. And since I killed my kids hamsters (long story), these would be much better on my psyche.

[jellybean051901]

My DD 5 informed me she wants zhu zhu pets. Went looking for them this weekend. TRU was sold out. WM hasn't even gotten them yet. Target said the middle of this week they should get them. You can preorder some of the stuff on TRU.com

[beck6100]

looks like zhu zhu pets will be hot

Does anyone know what age group this would be good for..TRUS has preorder but I not sure if DD 8 would be too old although we went shopping this weekend and she wanted every stuff animal under the sun

[suzi1975]

my dd is 9 and she wants the zhu zhu pets.I went to tru the day the zhu zhu pet website said they would be released and they had 2 left and didn't know when they would get anymore. my local wal-mart hasn't got any in either. i hope they do i would like to get all four.I think the age is 4 plus on them.

[lakj98]

I think the zhu zhu pets look cool. I may get them for my three youngest. I am going to Walmart now. I think I will check there today. Anyone know what aisle they would be in? Like by what other items?

[donnariley]

Just happened to be in our Walmart (Conover, NC) this past Friday night, the stock clerk had just put them on the shelf and my dd10 saw him. He put one box (maybe 24 pets) on the shelf and half was sold in approx. 10 minutes. While my dd was deciding which color to get. And no one knew they were there imagine if people were waiting and knew they were going to put them out. Only had 3 of the accessories to stock. Zue Zue pet was $8.00 and pet accessories were $15.00. This will be THE HOT ITEM this year!

[lovebears65]

I dont know about toys but I think the ipod touch will be hot this year as well as the DSI

[migirlfriday]

I totally agree! I just saw the commercial for the Beatles Rock Band for the first time a couple of days ago and I said to myself, "Thats gonna be a hit."

My stepdaughter started out with "that looks stupid, who would want that?" to "I really want that!" within a week. Apparently others in her peer group want it, so she does. I think this will be a "hot toy".

[migirlfriday]

barbie and ken dolls looking like twilight actors they come out in november i think

We talked to a Barbie collector at a flea market this year and she said you won't be able to get these. There will be stampedes for these when they come out, I doubt there will be any left for Black Friday. Just my opinion of course.

[teach2nuts]

Guitar Hero 5 is going to be a big hit!!!!!!!!!!

[littlesdcen]

THe new psp should be hot this year.

[KrisinTn]

THe new psp should be hot this year.

Agreed- that will be one of the things that I will be looking for for ds.

DN - well, I'm thinking she'll be wanting zhu zhu pets. Think I will preorder both to be on the safe side. lol.

[guilliam]

where can you order zhu zhu pets? I never heard of them but after looking, I think ds7 would like them.

[beck6100]

where can you order zhu zhu pets? I never heard of them but after looking, I think ds7 would like them.

Target but the shipping was high..

[love a deal]

I think the Toy Story toys are going to be hot. But boy are they expensive!!

[annabell2007]

Bakugan's for Boys. The stores cannot keep the new series in stock. Black (Darkus) will be the most popular items in my opinion as well as any collectible not yet seen. The Videogames comes out Oct 20th and will be a popular gift as well as the DS which comes with a collectible Bakugan.

[jellybean051901]

The zhu zhu pets were on preorder at TRU but the option is no longer there. Also TRU has the Twilight Barbie's for preorder.

[ChristusG]

Oooh, I didnt know about those Twilight dolls! I just called my mom and told her about them. She might want to preorder them for my 15 year old sister.

[jellybean051901]

Anyone know anything about the Dora Explorer Girls-Dora Live. I saw a thing to preorder it at TRU today. I was thinking about ordering it for my DD 5

[KaS]

Does the "hot toy" ever go on sale on BF? Should I wait and see or get it now? (zhu zhu pets and Dora Links)

[beck6100]

I would wait for the zhu zhu..not sure about Dora.

[brinak2005]

Guitar Hero 5 is going to be a big hit!!!!!!!!!!

This is on my list to buy for myself...lol. Hope there are some good deals on it.

[mommyofanangelb]

Does the "hot toy" ever go on sale on BF? Should I wait and see or get it now? (zhu zhu pets and Dora Links)

I would NOT wait for the zhu zhu pets ; they are super popular and are selling out FAST. So if you see them, get them. Im in a position where I have to turn to ebay bcuz all my local stores that carry them are all sold out and dont know when they'll get more.

[jellybean051901]

I would wait for the zhu zhu..not sure about Dora.
If you can find the zhu zhu pets now, get them. As popular as they are, i don't seeing them being any cheaper black friday

[beck6100]

If you can find the zhu zhu pets now, get them. As popular as they are, i don't seeing them being any cheaper black friday

I meant to say do not wait to get them..sorry

[shoppingaddict]

I'm thinking the new I-Carly stuff might be a big seller---especially the I-Carly remote that Sam uses. I went to Walmart one day recently and saw at least 20 of them. Went back a couple of days later and only saw 4 left. These are also selling on Ebay for about double the price.

[krissy077]

the disney cars geo trax set will be popular. i found all the pieces in my local stores here, but most are sold out online and i am yet to see any advertising for the line.

[mommyofanangelb]

I'm thinking the new I-Carly stuff might be a big seller---especially the I-Carly remote that Sam uses.

This is my first time hearing of this, the remote, that is (glad I have GD to keep me up on the new stuff...lol This where I first heard of Zhu Zhu Pets too). But, my daughter likes I-Carly.

[jellybean051901]

The club HSM mini dolls are HTF already. They are going for double on ebay.

[JennyWLS]

My 7yr old informed me today after playing with my 3rd gen Ipod Touch that he would die for one :cheesy:. This is of course after I showed him I could access Facebook from it and play Uno :p

[wx4svr]

The new iPod Nano's with the cameras integrated will be H O T. Mark my words! :flame::jump3: I also think Guitar Hero 5 will be good, but I have a feeling that there will be more "software-only" sales rather than full sets because of the number of people that already have the World Tour setup.. which is completely compatible. Lastly, I think these pet things everyone is talking about. lol. I don't have a clue what they do... but they seem like everyone wants one.

[bripoe]

the disney cars geo trax set will be popular. i found all the pieces in my local stores here, but most are sold out online and i am yet to see any advertising for the line.

Oh my gosh..........this is all my 3 year old talks about, and we have the regular Geotrax.

I bought some at the TRU sale this week. The only thing they had was the remote controls, and a big pack. It came with 1 remote, 2 buildings, push cars, and road. I ended up and bought that..........as I know Walmart doesnt sell Geotrax anymore, and our Kmart is pretty limited, leaving only Target. Then when I got home and added up how much it would be seperately.........I was glad I purchased the big pack.

[elena_398]

I HAVE to get my daughter those Twilight dolls. At least Edward for her. Her whole room is Twilight/New Moon. Shes on the fence though... Was Team Edward, but then saw Jacob without a shirt. More and More there are Jacob posters going up. lol

[bigjimslade]

Here is an article from Bloomberg

What are the top holiday toys for 2009?
http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601093&sid=aV2ExN3JmIbY

[wnc_mom]

my son just saw the commercial for that talking tonka chuck truck and wants it so bad its $30 lol thats way too much i hope its on sale on bf also does anyone know if tru has bikes or power wheels on sale on bf or if they run specials? he wants the little 12in(hes 2 1/2) cars bike its only 60 normally and some super terrian power wheel 4 wheeler thats supposed to go on any terrian but its almost $330:eek::eek::eek:

[aleighc1]

Oh my gosh..........this is all my 3 year old talks about, and we have the regular Geotrax.

I bought some at the TRU sale this week. The only thing they had was the remote controls, and a big pack. It came with 1 remote, 2 buildings, push cars, and road. I ended up and bought that..........as I know Walmart doesnt sell Geotrax anymore, and our Kmart is pretty limited, leaving only Target. Then when I got home and added up how much it would be seperately.........I was glad I purchased the big pack.

I'm also planning to pick up the big pack from TRU for my 3 year old. I'm so bummed I missed the big sale, do you know if TRU does a Geo sale before (big toy book?) or on BF? I have 3 Geotrax lovers, so I'm hoping to also get the new Timbertown Railway for my 5 year old, and a couple smaller sets and an RC train or two for my 2 year old.

TRU also has a new holiday RC train with Santa.

[bripoe]

I'm also planning to pick up the big pack from TRU for my 3 year old. I'm so bummed I missed the big sale, do you know if TRU does a Geo sale before (big toy book?) or on BF? I have 3 Geotrax lovers, so I'm hoping to also get the new Timbertown Railway for my 5 year old, and a couple smaller sets and an RC train or two for my 2 year old.

TRU also has a new holiday RC train with Santa.

I went not planning on getting the big pack. However, the only thing they had in the "Cars Geotrax" was the big pack and the remote controls. So I knew what the price of the bldgs, and the remotes were, and I added it up and it was a NO BRAINER to get the big pack. So then I bought an extra controller and got one free. It worked out well as now we have all 3 remotes.

I have a ton of bldgs in my closet that I have found on sale that I could have given him that goes with his regular geotrax, but that isnt what he wanted. LOL So they will sit for a bit longer. Oh yes........I did see the special CHristmas train..........I might have to get too.

[brinak2005]

I may be wrong but I think other hot toys are going to be anything of the new Disney princess. The Princess and the Frog, princess Tiana. I lucked up and found a doll at Toys R Us last week and bought for my DD birthday. My neighbor went back to get one and they were sold out. She called her mom in DC and asked her to get one and they were sold out too. The movie comes out in theaters mid December, so I imagine this will be very popular right before Christmas.

[allshoppedout]

IF you go here:
http://http://bventertainment.go.com/tv/buenavista/regisandkelly/special/toyawards/index.html (http://bventertainment.go.com/tv/buenavista/regisandkelly/special/toyawards/index.html)

you'll see the top 10 from the list of the top 30 of 2009 that FAMILY FUN Magazine selected out of the 375 they tested and you have to buy their magazine to get the other 20.

I however, did not even find the top 10 interesting....so I am not sure that the last 20 would even be any better.

[BFQueenofNY]

That $129 FP remote control Dinosaur I saw in Target looks to be big. Lots of commercials

[len_mullen]

I hate those lists. I don't know who compiles the lists or tests the toys, but I never find anything fun in the top ten. So, here's my top ten fun toys that you can buy now...

1. A computer The most fun toy you can own is a computer. There are so many fun games and activities that, no matter what toys your kids get over the years, they will always love the computer most. Computers are not very expensive these days and even the least expensive are very good.

2. A video game console These are coming down in price. They are all amazing. The WII is probably best for young kids since there is a lot of action and the whole family can join in the fun. The PS3 is great for older kids and is also a blu-ray disc player if you are in the market for one of those. XBOX is also good for older kids. Whatever their friends are playing with will be the most fun. If you are on a budget, last gen consoles are still fun and less expensive -- especially the games.

3. Snap Circuits (http://www.acsupplyco.com/elenco1/htm_files/snapcircuits.htm) If you ever had one of those spring electronics projects kids from Radio Shack, this is a lot like those. Difference is that some of the components are very sophistocated and assembly is much easier -- less assembly means more play time.

4. Legos I don't think Legos need any introduction. Just a reminder that they are still around. Try to get one of the sets that has a lot of standard pieces so the kids can build something not pictured on the box. Tinker toys and lincoln logs are still around too.

5. Johnny Lightning Indy 500 (http://cgi.ebay.com/Johnny-Lightning-New-500-Indy-Race-Track-Topper_W0QQitemZ290356102470QQcmdZViewItemQQptZDiecast_Vehicles?hash=item439a928 546&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14) This is the best race track ever produced. You need to watch ebay, but there are lots of new sets in warehouses. The original came out in the seventies then somebody resurrected the franchise in the nineties. I had the original when I was a kid and bought the reproduction for my kids. What makes this fun is that you use a handle to pull the cars through a segment of the track and their momentum sends them around the track so you can catch and launch again. Your pets will love it too ;)

6. Magnetic Sticks (http://www.amazon.com/Mega-Magz-Magnetic-Construction-M1697/dp/B0006IRRYI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1254602022&sr=1-1) I first played with these in a museum. Magnetic balls and sticks that you can assemble to make shapes. Sounds simple, but you won't be able to put them down.

7. A *real* chemistry set (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BPL4Z4/ref=asc_df_B000BPL4Z4925692?smid=A7354NA522A&tag=yahoommp-toys-mp01-20&linkCode=asn&creative=380341&creativeASIN=B000BPL4Z4) This will only be fun if your kid is really inspired -- or if you are.

8. Trains My little ones liked the brio trains (http://www.amazon.com/Ocean-Train-Set-Table-60pc/dp/B001CGAV9G/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1254607842&sr=1-8). I wish there were inexpensive knockoffs (http://www.amazon.com/KidKraft-Ride-Around-Train-Table/dp/B0019NJCQA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1254608085&sr=1-3) when I was buying these. I had HO scale trains (http://www.amazon.com/s/qid=1254608364/ref=sr_pg_1?ie=UTF8&rs=165793011&keywords=ho%20trains&bbn=165793011&rh=n%3A165793011%2Cn%3A%21165795011%2Ck%3Aho%20trains&page=1). I'd get Lionel (http://www.amazon.com/Lionel-North-Central-Christmas-Train/dp/B000SSMZSY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1254608627&sr=1-2) if I were starting a set for a kid now. This is a gift that you can add to year after year. The train that circled the tree this year may be on a 4x6 piece of plywood by next Christmas and taking over your basement in a few years.

For younger kids...

9. Cozy Coupe (http://www.amazon.com/Little-Tikes-Cozy-Coupe-Anniversary/dp/B001NQHN7S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1254605502&sr=1-1) Any of the little tikes (or similar) ride on/in toys.

10. Busy toys Not sure how to describe these, but my kids had these free standing activity toys -- pizza parlor, store/cash register, etc. that were favorites for many years. If you are courageous, a water/sand box (http://www.amazon.com/Step-WaterWheel-Activity-Play-Table/dp/B000641DPQ/ref=pd_rhf_shvl_3) can't be beat on a warm day. You can get a tent/playhouse for indoors. Get a rechargable LED lantern that cranks.

[allshoppedout]

That is a great list Len!

I have to say the cozy coupe was probably my childrens most used outdoor toy (next to the swingset).

Also agree that cash registers are great--and my kids liked a table that had both sand and water play.

[Elmck]

I agree with Len that whoever makes those list have not talked to my DD. They might get 1 right but thats about it.

[angelic680]

NY Daily News named a bunch of stuff....see below


http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/galleries/the_hottest_toys_of_2009/the_hottest_toys_of_2009.html#ph0

[allshoppedout]

NY Daily News named a bunch of stuff....see below


http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/galleries/the_hottest_toys_of_2009/the_hottest_toys_of_2009.html#ph0


:smart: Thanks for that new list. I liked the Printies and the Zhu Zhu's are cute.
I am not into Twilight but alot of kids are and I think Scene It games are always fun (we own three) so that list seems more interesting to me then the list I posted from Family Fun mag.

[cotejb]

Ok so which is better....
The LeapFrog My Pal Violet? http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12080258

or the Laugh and Learn Puppy? http://www.target.com/Fisher-Price-Laugh-Learn-Learning-Puppy/dp/B000284ZNI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&frombrowse=0&node=1038576&keywords=laugh%20and%20learn%20puppy&field_browse=1038576&searchSize=30&id=Fisher-Price%20Laugh%20Learn%20Learning%20Puppy&field_availability=-2&refinementHistory=subjectbin%2Ctarget_com_age%2Ctarget_com_gender-bin%2Ctarget_com_character-bin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&searchNodeID=1038576&field_launch-date=-1y&searchRank=relevancerank&searchPage=1&field_keywords=laugh%20and%20learn%20puppy&pf_rd_r=071Y2BP6Z017FJV8GGFB&pf_rd_m=A1VC38T7YXB528&pf_rd_t=301&pf_rd_i=0&pf_rd_p=489944911&pf_rd_s=center-3

I bought the Laugh and Learn Puppy but am debating taking it back and getting Violet since it says the kids name. Any advice?

[emilygracesmom]

Ok so which is better....
The LeapFrog My Pal Violet? http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12080258

or the Laugh and Learn Puppy? http://www.target.com/Fisher-Price-Laugh-Learn-Learning-Puppy/dp/B000284ZNI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&frombrowse=0&node=1038576&keywords=laugh%20and%20learn%20puppy&field_browse=1038576&searchSize=30&id=Fisher-Price%20Laugh%20Learn%20Learning%20Puppy&field_availability=-2&refinementHistory=subjectbin%2Ctarget_com_age%2Ctarget_com_gender-bin%2Ctarget_com_character-bin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&searchNodeID=1038576&field_launch-date=-1y&searchRank=relevancerank&searchPage=1&field_keywords=laugh%20and%20learn%20puppy&pf_rd_r=071Y2BP6Z017FJV8GGFB&pf_rd_m=A1VC38T7YXB528&pf_rd_t=301&pf_rd_i=0&pf_rd_p=489944911&pf_rd_s=center-3

I bought the Laugh and Learn Puppy but am debating taking it back and getting Violet since it says the kids name. Any advice?

My DD is almost 2 and absolutely LOVES her Laugh and Learn Puppy. We don't have the Violet, but I can say that the Puppy is one of her top 3 toys.

[steph3306]

Ok so which is better....
The LeapFrog My Pal Violet? http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12080258

or the Laugh and Learn Puppy? http://www.target.com/Fisher-Price-Laugh-Learn-Learning-Puppy/dp/B000284ZNI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&frombrowse=0&node=1038576&keywords=laugh%20and%20learn%20puppy&field_browse=1038576&searchSize=30&id=Fisher-Price%20Laugh%20Learn%20Learning%20Puppy&field_availability=-2&refinementHistory=subjectbin%2Ctarget_com_age%2Ctarget_com_gender-bin%2Ctarget_com_character-bin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&searchNodeID=1038576&field_launch-date=-1y&searchRank=relevancerank&searchPage=1&field_keywords=laugh%20and%20learn%20puppy&pf_rd_r=071Y2BP6Z017FJV8GGFB&pf_rd_m=A1VC38T7YXB528&pf_rd_t=301&pf_rd_i=0&pf_rd_p=489944911&pf_rd_s=center-3

I bought the Laugh and Learn Puppy but am debating taking it back and getting Violet since it says the kids name. Any advice?


My son had the laugh and learn puppy and he took it everywhere!! BUT looking at the other one I think it does a lot more things then the puppy did!! If I had to chose now I would chose the one from walmart.

[angelic680]

Here is my list.....

Zhu Zhu Pets $8.00
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12442551
http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/87/77/99/00/0087779900412_215X215.jpg

HEXBUGS $9.99
http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3811585
http://www.hexbug.com/nano/hexbug-nano-newton-gravity.html
http://www.hexbug.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/296x/5e06319eda06f020e43594a9c230972d/h/e/hexnanotube_ng_group950x950.jpg

Fashion Runway Project Design Challenge $19.97
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=11089093
http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/78/79/09/78/0078790978620_215X215.jpg

Monopoly City Hasbro $29.88
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=11040659
http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/65/35/69/39/0065356939632_215X215.jpg

Liv Doll Line $19.97
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=11072540
http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/77/89/88/83/0077898883377_215X215.jpg

Printies TechnoSource $19.99
http://www.amazon.com/Technosource-Prinities-Jungle-Safari-Design/dp/B002BH3MZA/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1254963771&sr=1-4
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41Ld2aLIl2L._SL500_AA280_.jpg

Dino Roars Hatchlings $16.97 walmart $19.99 target
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12346943
http://www.target.com/dp/B001WSGLN4/sr=1-1/qid=1254964288/ref=sr_fkmr_txt_2_1/191-7421260-4072005?ie=UTF8&search-alias=tgt-index&frombrowse=0&index=target&rh=k%3ADino%20Roars%20Hatchlings&page=1
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/518XycNo6RL._AA260_.jpg


Rubiks Touch Cube $149
http://www.rubikstouchcube.com/


Toy Story Mania for Wii $49.96
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=11983471
http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/71/27/25/01/0071272501825_215X215.jpg

[Just Me]

Is anyone noticing a trend. I'm seeing a lot more low cost items making thelist and being hard to find. Dino hatchlings and zhu zhu pets the printable making your own stuffed animal things. Yeahs past we had these huge lavish hard to find gifts. Elmos that did everything and huge moving horses and dino's I think the lists are really sowing the economy and what we can expect for Christmas this year

[jeninpa]

Toy Story Mania for Wii $49.96
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=11983471
http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/71/27/25/01/0071272501825_215X215.jpg

I would highly recommend NOT getting this game.....my DS5 beat it in 1hr almost completely by himself. I did have to read what needed done as you need to shoot certain things in certain orders for some objectives but that is it....just very fast paced shooting....you don't even get to enjoy the cute pictures/graphics because the time you have is so short! Read some reviews HERE (http://www.amazon.com/Toy-Story-Mania-Nintendo-Wii/product-reviews/B0026IUSXI/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1)!


And those printies....I am having flashbacks, I KNOW I had something like this I looped the yarn through, stuffed with cotton and finished the whip stitch,lol. They were in some book....I had a similar one of monsters you popped out on dotted lines and put together with those brads.....maybe I should hurry and redo that idea??? lmao

[angelic680]

Thanks for the heads up with that I will not be getting that for my bro...LoL ;)

[Kim3498]

My 11 year old son ask for the Constructicon Devastater (Transformers). It is $99.99 at TRS. I was too chicken to wait and risk not getting it so i went ahead and bought it. He also ask for DVR. Does anyone know if you can buy a DVR box that you don't have to pay a subscription too that works with Directv?

[threelittlecupcakes]

[QUOTE=angelic680;1614052]Here is my list.....

Zhu Zhu Pets $8.00
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=12442551
http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/87/77/99/00/0087779900412_215X215.jpg

Liv Doll Line $19.97
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=11072540
http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/77/89/88/83/0077898883377_215X215.jpg


2 of your items on your list zhu zhu and liv, dd has already been asking for!

[KimberlySA]

My 11 year old has asked for Zhu Zhu's and a Liv doll too. I need to go ahead and grab the Liv doll.

[shnjl06]

Last sunday morning my DD and I went to walmart and they had a bunch of zhu zhu pets. I let her have one and went back later to get some more and they were already sold out.

[MountainMommyO]

I think anything Twilight will be huge...Especially since the latest movie New Moon will be out the end of November.

(says in a small voice) Yes I am one of those adults who love Twilight!!

I agree that anything Twilight will be BIG =) Even my 11 yr old dtr and her friends are all into Twilight - and her Mommy Too! :)

[cassgurlie04]

so my sister who works for walmart just made my year LOL, she knocked on my door this morning and had 3 ZHU ZHU PETS for me, her store got them in this morning and she was able to snatch some up, FREAKING AWESOME

[Catiyana]

I am Surprised no one has spoken of High school musical. That and toy story are my household favorites right now. Oh and I guess Imagination Movers. So we will see.

I have enough toys though, I did the clearance shopping at Target again.

[jillandjustin]

For tweens and younger teens, anything Twilight. I believe there are Barbies in the characters this year.

[Cubluver8]

Has anyone been able to find the Zhu Zhu pets at Target or Walmart ?

I have found them at Walmart and Toys R Us here in Iowa.

[chassdance]

Zhu-Zhu pets!

[Tree Elf94]

I agree Zhu-Zhu pets.

[evansmommy9902]

Rocky! The voice activated truck! My 7yo son changed the top of his Christmas list from a quad to this Rocky! He's $59.99 @ TRU!

[cs71594]

I heard zhuzhu hamsters might be a hot item this year. They are already sold out on online.

[jewleyp]

so far only DS and some games on list for DD of 6. I think that we will do a big throw back to board games like Monopoly, Life, etc since these are all new to her (well,dance: new that she can play by the real rules...lol) Hope Black Friday ROCKS this Year! Whoo Hoo! :g_dance:

[breasonable]

I think Zhu Zhu fun house and pets are going to be big, they are on TV every 5 mins and are hard to find right now.....

[davidmg1]

My 11 year old son ask for the Constructicon Devastater (Transformers). It is $99.99 at TRS. I was too chicken to wait and risk not getting it so i went ahead and bought it. He also ask for DVR. Does anyone know if you can buy a DVR box that you don't have to pay a subscription too that works with Directv?

If you have DirecTV, the only way to go is with DirecTV's equipment. Their DVR's are quite good, but you will have to probably pay a "lease" fee, plus a fee for the service, plus extended your contract.

More info: http://www.dbstalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=112

or http://tivocommunity.com/tivo-vb/forumdisplay.php?f=7

[cdcd7275]

I think the zhu zhu pets will be big but wil also get easier to find closer to Christmas.

[phiajewels]

zhu zhu pet hamsters & accessories are hard to find. this seems to be the hot toy of the season. at least it's on toys r us's hot toy list 2009. my 6 year old saw a commercial & was hooked. so she's getting it for the holidays with her 2 yr old sister.

[camsmom]

Does anyone think that the Toy Story toys are going to be big this year? My DS who is 3, loves that movie and has asked for certain, very specific items that he has seen.:) I am debating on getting them now or waiting until BF to see if they go on sale, I just don't want to make the mistake of waiting and they be all gone. Any thoughts? TIA

[Elmck]

Does anyone think that the Toy Story toys are going to be big this year? My DS who is 3, loves that movie and has asked for certain, very specific items that he has seen.:) I am debating on getting them now or waiting until BF to see if they go on sale, I just don't want to make the mistake of waiting and they be all gone. Any thoughts? TIA

I would buy now and then if I found the cheaper I would return the more expensive ones. Plus some stores let you price match within a certain time period.

[juliemo]

def. zhu zhu pets!

FYI for toy story...they have some toys at Target, Sams club (my sister said they are pretty big. One is woody on the green little car. Im not sure if its remote controlled or not), and a pair of boots at Khols.

The buzz light year at Target for $50 is $39.99 at Sams Club right now.


Toy Story will be big here with my 4 year old

[juliemo]

Oh and I dont think this toy will be huge, but its so cute! It's leap frog my pal violet. You can upload the child's name (they have a green pup as well) songs, and some other things. I will be getting this for my daughter.

[camsmom]

def. zhu zhu pets!

FYI for toy story...they have some toys at Target, Sams club (my sister said they are pretty big. One is woody on the green little car. Im not sure if its remote controlled or not), and a pair of boots at Khols.

The buzz light year at Target for $50 is $39.99 at Sams Club right now.


Toy Story will be big here with my 4 year old

Thank you! I will be heading to Sams this weekend! I want to get it now incase it sells out. Can always return it if I find one on sale for less. Thanks again!! :):)

[micnic]

I hate those lists. I don't know who compiles the lists or tests the toys, but I never find anything fun in the top ten. So, here's my top ten fun toys that you can buy now...

3. Snap Circuits (http://www.acsupplyco.com/elenco1/htm_files/snapcircuits.htm) If you ever had one of those spring electronics projects kids from Radio Shack, this is a lot like those. Difference is that some of the components are very sophistocated and assembly is much easier -- less assembly means more play time.

Thank you SO much!!! Great list. I just bought the snap circuits for my 6 yr old twins. My husband was so excited when I showed him, I'm afraid he's going to want to play with it before we give it to the kids for Christmas!

[angelbabe113]

Just heard today that the soundtrack for New Moon is being released early...will be available this week. All you Twilighters out there, happy listening. GO TEAM EDWARD :D

[cotejb]

Oh and I dont think this toy will be huge, but its so cute! It's leap frog my pal violet. You can upload the child's name (they have a green pup as well) songs, and some other things. I will be getting this for my daughter.

I got the laugh and learn puppy but am debating taking it back to get violet for my LO...

[Kim3498]

Zhu Zhu pets are definately hard to find right now. I have called every store in my area that sells them, and have been told they are so in demand right now they don't know when they will receive them. Toys R Us in Johnson City, TN is limiting everyone to only 1 no matter how many they get.

[Kim3498]

If you have DirecTV, the only way to go is with DirecTV's equipment. Their DVR's are quite good, but you will have to probably pay a "lease" fee, plus a fee for the service, plus extended your contract.

More info: http://www.dbstalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=112

or http://tivocommunity.com/tivo-vb/forumdisplay.php?f=7


Thanks for the reply. I have been told by a local electronics store that you can purchase a HDD DVD recorder (with hard drive) to do the same thing. It even pauses live tv. Not sure if it is true. Doing a little extra research before I commit myself to extending my contract and of course all those extra fees on my bill.

[Cremer83]

so i went to TRU today to hit up the buy 2 games get one free deal and i decided to walk over to see what the hell a zhu zhu pet was, cause i had never seen one or held one before. I was surprized that they actually had some in stock cause i had been readin on here how hard they are to find. So there I am looking at this furry little thing in the middle of the princess isle and was like are you serious....this is what the fuzz is all about....I thought to myself are people out of there freakin mind to pay 20-30 bucks on ebay for a little robot covered in fur.....

[lcplwinkerswife]

Does anyone have opinions on either the Laugh and Learn House or Farm , Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Hot Dog Dancer, and the LeapFrog Learn and groove table? Debating on getting the house or farm and table for my daughter for Christmas she will be 6 months old by Christmas? the hot dog dancer is for my little cousin... all thoughts appreciated :holiday08

[KrisinTn]

Zhu Zhu pets are definately hard to find right now. I have called every store in my area that sells them, and have been told they are so in demand right now they don't know when they will receive them. Toys R Us in Johnson City, TN is limiting everyone to only 1 no matter how many they get.

ToysRUs in JC received some last Thursday, but they were gone by 12:30 even limiting everyone to one. I have heard that Walmart on State of Franklin has over 70 on order right now and are expecting them at any time. hth.

[Kim3498]

ToysRUs in JC received some last Thursday, but they were gone by 12:30 even limiting everyone to one. I have heard that Walmart on State of Franklin has over 70 on order right now and are expecting them at any time. hth.



Thanks for that info. I will check with them tomorrow morning.

[aleighc1]

Does anyone have opinions on either the Laugh and Learn House or Farm , Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Hot Dog Dancer, and the LeapFrog Learn and groove table? Debating on getting the house or farm and table for my daughter for Christmas she will be 6 months old by Christmas? the hot dog dancer is for my little cousin... all thoughts appreciated :holiday08

I'm planning to get the farm for my baby boy that will be 7 months at Christmas. I've never seen the Mickey Mouse toy, but I just looked at TRU and it seems to get good reviews.

[stacya]

I'm planning to get the farm for my baby boy that will be 7 months at Christmas. I've never seen the Mickey Mouse toy, but I just looked at TRU and it seems to get good reviews.

We have the house...my boys are too old for it now, but my baby girl is only 4 months, so she will get to use it soon...got TONS of use! We even bought one for my nephew because our son liked it so much! Also have the Leap Frog table...that's a must, IMO! My oldest LOVED that thing to death! Great for them when they're starting to pull themselves up, too...

[lcplwinkerswife]

thanks aleighc1 and stacya hopefully they will be on sale around bf so i can get them cheaper. Cause 80.00 is kind of expensive i think but if it gets good use then its worth it

[shelleyj]

For those of you looking for Zhu Zhu pets, check with Toys R Us. They (at least the one here) get their items put out of Wednesday and Friday. I have been able to get 4 Zhu Zhu pets. One in each color they carry.
Also, Target has started carrying them, too. They are definitely a hot item this year.

[mojaxs34]

I have been going into walmart every morning on my way to work this past week, hoping to find a zhu zhu pet on the shelf. Every morning at 6:30am when i walk in there the spot where the zhu zhu pets are suppose to be are empty. lol

[mommyofanangelb]

Oh and I dont think this toy will be huge, but its so cute! It's leap frog my pal violet. You can upload the child's name (they have a green pup as well) songs, and some other things. I will be getting this for my daughter.

Violet is too adorable. I will also be getting this for my dd, she'll be 17.5 months by Christmas.

[we_say!]

I have been going into walmart every morning on my way to work this past week, hoping to find a zhu zhu pet on the shelf. Every morning at 6:30am when i walk in there the spot where the zhu zhu pets are suppose to be are empty. lol

If you live near a Target, check there. They are just starting to get them in. They can also check to see if any other targets near you have any in stock.

[Kim3498]

If you live near a Target, check there. They are just starting to get them in. They can also check to see if any other targets near you have any in stock.

I went by our local Target about 30 minutes ago. They still haven't gotten any in yet. Walmart is still saying they keep ordering and still not getting them. Hopefully soon....

[georgiapeach717]

the learn and groove table was a huge hit with my daughter last christmas, as well as the laugh and learn kitchen thingy, LOL, sorry cant recall the name. :)

[bigjimslade]

Mattel CEO: Encouraged By Retail Point-Of-Sale In Core Brands

http://online.wsj.com/article/BT-CO-20091016-706263.html?mod=dist_smartbrief

[lcplwinkerswife]

i purchased the my pal violet for my dd for christmas... its so cool i think she will like it or at least i hope she does:yup:

[Shanny145]

Zhu Zhu pets are gonna be hot....really hard to find right now everyone is out of stock except amazon and ebay which are charging 3 times the normal price.

[breasonable]

I contacted Zhu Zhu people and they say items will start hitting the self the end of this month and begining of Nov. I call my walmarts in my area and toyru daily. There is a hallmark in AZ that charges 12.99 then ship for cost. They have them. But I think I am waiting for the 8.00 walmart.... Also the company told me there are affilated with the people selling them on amazon for inflated prices and not to pay it cause they will be out.

[breasonable]

Opps not affliated with the amazon people..

[PhiSigJen]

My kids are still into Webkinz and they are into the huge Lego sets. The large Lego sets are hard to come by as well.

[camsmom]

Does anyone have opinions on either the Laugh and Learn House or Farm , Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Hot Dog Dancer, and the LeapFrog Learn and groove table? Debating on getting the house or farm and table for my daughter for Christmas she will be 6 months old by Christmas? the hot dog dancer is for my little cousin... all thoughts appreciated :holiday08

We have the Laugh and Learn House, bought it for my DS3 for his first birthday and he LOVED it! MY DD 9 months is now putting it to very good use and has been for the last couple of months. It is wonderful! The batteries last forever in it too. Highly reccomend it! We bought the Leap Frog table for my DS and he enjoyed it, but my daughter doesn't show much interest in it. Fisher Price has a really cute table that has more for the kids to do also, maybe check that out. If we didn't already have the other table I would def. be buying the Fisher Price one.

[tntsmomie]

My kids are still into Webkinz



Mine are, too! They've each got 2 that they really want. And DD6 is wanting to add another one.

[River Queen]

Anyone know where The Beatles: Rock Band: Limited Edition Premium Bundle for Nintendo Wii can be bought at a discount? There's a plain one too, but from what I've gathered, the instruments that come with the premium bundle are much better. I'm a tech dinosaur - this is for my kids - can anyone give me advice about it? Thanks.

[debsov]

What about those Zhu Zhu hamsters? My Walmart sells out of themthe minute they come in and they have a sign posted that says limit-2 per day.

[autumn800]

I'm predicting that the hot toy trend is going to be Zhu Zhu pets and their accessories! They WERE $8.00 at Walmart and Target but they are out of stock everywhere and are showing up on eToys and Amazon for $20.00 a piece!

And of course, my little girl wants the WHOLE set!! ;)

[Butterflyisis26]

ITA. Zhu Zhu's are extremely hard to find and when stores have been getting in their handful of hampsters they go almost as quickly as when they hit the shelf (if they even make it that far between associate & the shelf before somone swoops in like an eagle to snatch them up). The accessories are seeminly easy to find- NOW- after Black Friday probably not so much as the Zhu Zhu craze gets into full swing. Even at $20 a pop on ebay it's still a relatively cheap toy that a parent will purchase. The supply/demand on them is warm right now and I almost bet that on Black Friday & there on out until the holidays the prices will only get hotter. When you're out and about keep an eye out for those hampsters ya'll! ;)

[herbivore]

Does anyone know or can predict the must have toys (or non toy item) this holiday season? Usually there is the one or two must have items. Also what about non toy items? Will there be a new item put out by a company this fall?

I predict the Matchbox Rocky the Robot Truck will be a HTF item before the fatman comes. I bought mine early & it is sooooo cool, well worth every penny we spent on it! It is AWESOME!! I think it will be a huge hit! *That's my opinion & everyone's entitled to it!*

[jdsbaby]

For those looking for Zhu Zhu pets, check your local Kroger. I found a whole stack of them at my Kroger Marketplace. My kids don't want them, so I picked up 3 for a friend. They didn't have the accessories, but they did have plenty of hamsters.

[dbaby4ever]

I predict the Matchbox Rocky the Robot Truck will be a HTF item before the fatman comes. I bought mine early & it is sooooo cool, well worth every penny we spent on it! It is AWESOME!! I think it will be a huge hit! *That's my opinion & everyone's entitled to it!*

I hope that there will be some good deals on it for BF. I bet it will sell like hotcakes! I want to get it for DS. Does anyone think I will have a good chance of getting one on BF or should I go ahead and get one? Any guesses on the BF price??

[sassyaztec]

For those looking for Zhu Zhu pets, check your local Kroger. I found a whole stack of them at my Kroger Marketplace. My kids don't want them, so I picked up 3 for a friend. They didn't have the accessories, but they did have plenty of hamsters.

thanks! will check it out!

[wagner818]

Hey first post here, I have been a long time creeper of these sites and finally decided to join.

The New Super Mario Bro for the WII WILL be the game to have this Christmas. It is scheduled to come out in mid November and the gamestop I reserved my game at, has already stopped takin pre orders on it.

This game will be super hard to get a hold of before Christmas, if you want to make sure you get it I would reserve it...



I agree!! My son is already asking for it, he saw an article in the Nint. Mag he gets. It looks awesome, brings back memories of Mario Brothers 3, I loved that game. My hubby wants to get it for my son just so he can play it too!

[Kim3498]

Looks like those Zhu Zhu pets are the most popular gift so far. If your not there when the store opens they are gone within minutes. DS is asking for Bakugan Maxus Helios ToysRUs exclusive. I found it after a couple of weeks of looking.

[jerica388]

The closest TRU to me is about 40 minutes away. I called yesterday and they said they had Maxus Helios 7-in-1 in stock and would hold it for me until end of business. I drove all the way up there only to find out they held the wrong one! The put back a Dragonoid for me (which I can get at Wal-Mart for $34 thank you very much!). I was totally frustrated. I have two bakuchildren :-) and I wanted to get Helios for one and Dragonoid for the other. I guess I will just get Dragonoid for both and mark the pieces somehow. Oh well.

[jerica388]

Did anyone check out the zhu zhu at Kroger lead? Just curious.

[Kim3498]

The closest TRU to me is about 40 minutes away. I called yesterday and they said they had Maxus Helios 7-in-1 in stock and would hold it for me until end of business. I drove all the way up there only to find out they held the wrong one! The put back a Dragonoid for me (which I can get at Wal-Mart for $34 thank you very much!). I was totally frustrated. I have two bakuchildren :-) and I wanted to get Helios for one and Dragonoid for the other. I guess I will just get Dragonoid for both and mark the pieces somehow. Oh well.


Wow. I would have been sooo mad. They may get them back in. I looked non stop for 2 weeks. Called TRU after every shipment. They expected to get them in the day the new Bakugan game for DS came out. I called that morning. They had gotten 200 in and told me they had alot of them. I live about an hour away and went on down. I got there, they had 4 left. Whew.

[Kathy777]

Since it is November 1st, has anyone heard any news on where the zhu zhu pets are??

TRYING to locate some for daughter and 2 nieces and cant find them ANYWHERE!!

Thanks:)

[magickallight]

Since it is November 1st, has anyone heard any news on where the zhu zhu pets are??

TRYING to locate some for daughter and 2 nieces and cant find them ANYWHERE!!

Thanks:)

Amazon.com has several through 3rd party sellers - but with the PRIME offer attached as amazon fulfills... if you need links let me know.

[Kim3498]

Since it is November 1st, has anyone heard any news on where the zhu zhu pets are??

TRYING to locate some for daughter and 2 nieces and cant find them ANYWHERE!!

Thanks:)

Toys R Us is getting the majority of the shipments. If you have a local one try calling them and find out when the trucks run. You may have to be there when the doors open to get one though.

[MarkdownQueen]

Along with the other toys and video games mentioned. DJ Hero will also be a hot item. It is from the same people who created Guitar Hero. My DS 7 wants the eyeclops mini projector, this is all he keeps talking about. They also have a commercial which is where he first saw it. Also the PIXO's toys are suppose to be hot for Christmas too. I am definately buying the DJ hero and the projector.

[jerica388]

Pixos were hot last year. They're back? In that category my kids are asking for Paperoni. I am still undecided on that one. And that darn projector is like $100. Ouch! After all I spent on Bakugan and zhu zhus I don't think that one will fit in the budget (it is really cool though).The good thing about the company making the projector is that their toys seem to last. We have the eyeclops thing from two years ago and the night vision goggles from last year. They still work really well, and the kids still play with them.

[MarkdownQueen]

Pixos were hot last year. They're back? In that category my kids are asking for Paperoni. I am still undecided on that one. And that darn projector is like $100. Ouch! After all I spent on Bakugan and zhu zhus I don't think that one will fit in the budget (it is really cool though).The good thing about the company making the projector is that their toys seem to last. We have the eyeclops thing from two years ago and the night vision goggles from last year. They still work really well, and the kids still play with them.

I know $100 is a bit much. TRU has it in the toy book for $79. Thanks for letting me know that eyeclops makes durable products!

[Kim3498]

The closest TRU to me is about 40 minutes away. I called yesterday and they said they had Maxus Helios 7-in-1 in stock and would hold it for me until end of business. I drove all the way up there only to find out they held the wrong one! The put back a Dragonoid for me (which I can get at Wal-Mart for $34 thank you very much!). I was totally frustrated. I have two bakuchildren :-) and I wanted to get Helios for one and Dragonoid for the other. I guess I will just get Dragonoid for both and mark the pieces somehow. Oh well.


Maxus Helios is now available on TRU online.

[Buckeye Shopper]

I know $100 is a bit much. TRU has it in the toy book for $79. Thanks for letting me know that eyeclops makes durable products!

Amazon has it for the same price plus no tax or shipping. I think I'm going this route I'm kinda ticked off at TRU don't think I'll be ebuying from them this year.

[MarkdownQueen]

Amazon has it for the same price plus no tax or shipping. I think I'm going this route I'm kinda ticked off at TRU don't think I'll be ebuying from them this year.

If you get the TRU toy book and take it to target they will price match it too for the same price $79.99. I also have two 10% Target coupons that I will be using.:yup:

[lcplwinkerswife]

ok so i ended up getting the laugh and learn learning home instead of the farm... it had better reviews online and it looks more interesting ... but hey i got it for 55.99 instead of 79.99 cause of 10.00 off from TRU plus my 20 % off coupon! and got a dvd for 6.99 so i got two thins for almost the price of one.. I saved 27.00 dollars :)