Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined Fox in Philadelphia to show off the hot holiday toys shoppers should buy before it’s too late. 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.  

CATS VS. PICKLES BEAN-FILLED JUMBOS

These 8.6-inch, jumbo-sized versions of the popular bean-filled plush based on the viral social media sensation, Cats vs. Pickles, are super-soft and weighted. Available in new designs like Astrocat, Skelecat, and Catalina. These 8.6-inch, jumbo-sized versions of the popular bean-filled plush based on the viral social media sensation, Cats vs. Pickles, are super-soft and weighted.…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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CATS VS. PICKLES LIMITED EDITION HOLIDAY BEANS

These limited edition holiday beans are super-soft and filled with beans featuring holiday Cats vs. Pickles characters, such as Kitty Cane, Missy, Cocoa, and Douglas. Also available in mystery bags. These limited edition holiday beans are super-soft and filled with beans featuring holiday Cats vs. Pickles characters, such as Kitty Cane, Missy, Cocoa, and Douglas.…

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  • MSRP:
  • $4.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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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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POP IT XL

Three times bigger than the original Pop It, this self-contained sensory toy has no pieces or parts. Kids can pop the bubbles, then flip it over to pop some more. It's perfect for relieving stress and anxiety. Three times bigger than the original Pop It, this self-contained sensory toy has no pieces or parts. Kids…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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DIMPL POPS

Built into the strong, high-quality plastic frame are 18 Dimpl bubbles in two different sizes for kids to push, poke, and pop. Kids will be curiously satisfied by the squishy silicone fun. Built into the strong, high-quality plastic frame are 18 Dimpl bubbles in two different sizes for kids to push, poke, and pop. Kids…

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.95
  • Age:
  • 3+

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POKÉMON TRADING CARD GAME: V BATTLE DECKS

Kids can battle against each other or play alone in this Pokémon card set. It includes a ready-to-play, 60-card deck; three reference cards; a rules booklet; a single player playmat; a large metallic coin; a deck box; and more.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99-29.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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POKÉMON TRADING CARD GAME BATTLE ACADEMY

The latest version of Battle Academy introduces the Pokémon V gameplay mechanic and comes with an updated lineup of Pokémon, including Pikachu, Eevee, and Cinderace.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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MOJI THE LOVEABLE LABRADOODLE

Moji is a soft, cuddly dog that responds to kids' voices and touch with more than 150 reactions. His smart collar features a color screen that displays animated emojis that communicate his puppy thoughts. Moji is a soft, cuddly dog that responds to kids' voices and touch with more than 150 reactions. His smart collar…

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  • MSRP:
  • $99.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SCRUFF-A-LUVS CUTIE CUTS

Transform a messy mutt into a pampered pup with this plush pet that kids can groom and “shave” to reveal its breed. Kids will discover 10 surprises as they give the dog a makeover. Transform a messy mutt into a pampered pup with this plush pet that kids can groom and “shave” to reveal its…

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99; $54.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 5+

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2023 BARBIE DREAMHOUSE

The 2023 Barbie Dreamhouse is the ultimate playset for kids to act out their greatest adventures! This year’s Dreamhouse has the tallest slide in the Barbie Dreamhouse series to-date, with a three-story spiral design for endless fun. The Dreamhouse also features more pet-friendly touches than ever before, including a puppy slide and pool, pet elevator,…

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  • MSRP:
  • $199.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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BARBIE FAST CAST CLINIC PLAYSET

This set includes a Barbie doctor doll and four play areas: a medical station, an exam table, an X-ray machine, and a gift shop. Kids can use the cast-making feature and colored dough to make casts for their dolls. This set includes a Barbie doctor doll and four play areas: a medical station, an exam…

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  • MSRP:
  • $49.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SQUISHMALLOWS FOOD SQUAD

The Squishmallows squad expands with a collection of foodie-inspired characters. Choose from food and drinks, including Carmelita the S'more, Bernardo the Burrito, and more in sizes that range from 3.5-24 inches. The Squishmallows squad expands with a collection of foodie-inspired characters. Choose from food and drinks, including Carmelita the S'more, Bernardo the Burrito, and more…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $2.99-59.99; $39.99 CAD (20 cm)
  • Age:
  • 0+

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About the author

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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