Toy Insider Senior Editor Madeleine Buckley joined NBC in Denver to show off some of the hot toys that holiday shoppers may have a hard time finding this holiday season. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best toys of the holiday season, be sure to check our complete Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide.  

COCOMELON DELUXE INTERACTIVE JJ DOLL

JJ, the star of CoComelon, comes dressed in his favorite outfit. Kids can feed him peas and watch him giggle and sing some of his favorite songs, including “Your Name” and “Yes, Yes, Vegetables.” JJ, the star of CoComelon, comes dressed in his favorite outfit. Kids can feed him peas and watch him giggle and…

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 2+

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CATS VS. PICKLES CHONKS

Based on the TikTok fat cat trend, new CvP Chonks are super-sized beans in vibrant and clever designs such as “Hambone,” the baked ham cat complete with pineapple and cherry, “Gumbo” the cat shrimp, and “Slider” the pickle. Comes in mystery bags and open boxes. Based on the TikTok fat cat trend, new CvP Chonks…

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  • MSRP:
  • $9.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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LOL SURPRISE OMG HOUSE OF SURPRISES

LOL Surprise and OMG fashion dolls both have a new home in this 4-foot, wooden dollhouse. Features 10 rooms, transforming furniture, lights, an elevator, a pool, a garage, and more. Dolls sold separately. LOL Surprise and OMG fashion dolls both have a new home in this 4-foot, wooden dollhouse. Features 10 rooms, transforming furniture, lights,…

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  • MSRP:
  • $229.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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AKEDO ULTIMATE BATTLE ARENA

Battle collectible Akedo Ultimate Warrior figures in this arcade-inspired, electronic arena. Includes two exclusive Legendary Warrior figures, two battle controllers, more than 35 sound effects, two interchangeable backdrops, and a punching bag training accessory. Battle collectible Akedo Ultimate Warrior figures in this arcade-inspired, electronic arena. Includes two exclusive Legendary Warrior figures, two battle controllers, more…

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99; $39.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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TINY TV CLASSICS

These real-working TVs feature the most famous scenes and quotes from hit shows and movies. Each Tiny TV comes with a working remote and a custom backdrop scene. Choose from Friends, Back to the Future, Batman, and more. These real-working TVs feature the most famous scenes and quotes from hit shows and movies. Each Tiny…

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.86; $29.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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POKÉMON TRADING CARD GAME: CELEBRATIONS ELITE TRAINER BOX

Celebrate Pokémon's 25th anniversary with this Elite Trainer Box that has everything trainers need to play and collect Pokémon TCG, including 10 Celebrations four-card booster packs and 25 close remakes of iconic Pokémon cards. Celebrate Pokémon's 25th anniversary with this Elite Trainer Box that has everything trainers need to play and collect Pokémon TCG, including…

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  • MSRP:
  • $49.99; $89.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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NINTENDO SWITCH (OLED MODEL)

This new system in the Nintendo Switch family features a 7-inch OLED screen, a wide adjustable stand, 64 GB of internal storage, enhanced audio, and more. Play on the TV or on the go. Available in two color options. This new system in the Nintendo Switch family features a 7-inch OLED screen, a wide adjustable…

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  • MSRP:
  • $349.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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Bill Reese

Bill Reese

Bill Reese is Business Operations Manager at Adventure Media & Events, where he's worked since 2014. A former editor at Playbill and graduate of SUNY–Purchase, he spends most weekends rooting for the New York Red Bulls pro soccer team and making subway systems out of Brio trains with his little boy Jonah.

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