Time is running out to get some of the hottest toys of the year! Toy Insider Senior Editor Marissa DiBartolo joined Fox 45 in Baltimore to show off some great gifts that you can still find. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for our complete rundown of the best gifts for the holidays, check out our complete holiday gift guide.
TONKA MIGHTY BUILDERS TOW ’N GO TUFF TRUCK (AMLOID)
- This three-in-one Tow ‘N Go Tuff Truck allows little workers to push or tow their truck anywhere around the playroom.
- The truck’s removable storage lid doubles as a play table so children can build on top of the vehicle with blocks for hours of creative play.
- When playtime is over, the included blocks can be neatly stored away inside the truck.
- Age: 1+
- MSRP: $34.99
- Available: Target, Walmart, Jet.com
CLASSIC COLORFORMS PICTURE PANELS PLAY SETS (KAHOOTZ)
- Kids can mix and match more than 150 Colorforms pieces to create endless settings, then re-stick the shapes to imagine new stories over and over again!
- Fun re-stickable shapes and pieces make it easy for little fingers to create their own creatures, vehicles, and scenes.
- Two-in-one double-sided Picture Panels have colorful play scenes on one side and puzzles on the other.
- Available in Animal or Vehicle sets (sold separately).
- Age: 3+
- MSRP: $19.99
- Available: Specialty toy stores in the U.S. and Canada
RUBIK’S CUBE: BUILD IT, SOLVE IT (WINNING MOVES)
- The Rubik’s Cube Build It Solve It kit comes with all the parts necessary to build your own Rubik’s Cube! The game comes with easy ‘how to’ instructions and all necessary parts to build a functioning Rubik’s Cube. Once you’ve build your cube, follow the instructions and learn how to solve it. You’ll be able to solve the puzzle and may even improve your solving speed! With the Rubik’s Cube Build It Solve It kit you will unlock the secrets of the Rubik’s cube and master it!
- Age: 8+
- MSRP: $24.95
- Available: Amazon, Calendar Club, Toys R Us, Barnes & Noble, and Specialty Toy & Game Stores Nationwide
ALEX SPA BATH BOMBS (ALEX BRANDS)
- ALEX Spa DIY Bath Bombs explode with essential oils and fizzy fun colors.
- Kids can follow the directions to mix the proper ingredients and create a unique ball or heart-shaped bath bomb for themselves or a friend.
- Make six colorful scented bath bombs and create stripe effects with the pre-colored packs of baking soda. Kids can mix in their own oil for a more luxurious bath experience.
- The set includes epson salt, baking soda, citric acid, measuring spoon, stir stick, heart and ball molds, two bottles of scent.
- Age: 6+
- MSRP: $16.00
- Available: Amazon, Walmart, Toys “R” Us
LASER PEGS 12-IN-1 SPACE CRUISER (LASER PEGS)
- The universe is a playground when kids explore it with this 12-in-1 Space Cruiser kit.
- Kids can assemble an exploration crew and build the Planet Wrecker, Spaceship 5, Battlestar Cruiser, and many more. Then builders can send their creations into light speed as they light them up.
- There are 16 LEDs, 149 pieces, Batteries Included, 100% Compatible with Other Major Construction Kits.
- Age: 8-14
- U.S. MSRP: $42.99
- Available: Amazon, Toys “R” Us
LASER PEGS 8-IN-1 RACE CAR (LASER PEGS)
- This 8-in-1 Race Car kit from Laser Pegs Builder is for ultimate car enthusiasts.
- Kids can strap in and build all the exciting models in this kit like the Rally Car, F1 Racer, Modified Racer, or the Land Speed to name a few. Kids can light up their creations to amp up the building experience.
- There are 11 LEDs, 111 pieces, and batteries included, and this is compatible with other Major Construction Kits.
- Age: 8-14
- U.S. MSRP: $32.99
- Available: Amazon, Toys “R” Us
EVERY DAY PLAY FIDGET TOYS (ZING)
- Tumblstix is a small, weighted stick that challenges balance. Kids can test their creativity and dexterity and sharpen your focus and hand-eye coordination by rolling over the Tumblstix gently. Balance and catch the stick smoothly during 360-degree rolls, all while doing tricks.
- Zing Dama is a hybrid of KenDama and Yo-Yo, and consists of four parts: a ball, a ring, string and an adjustable strap. Users should strap the cup firmly onto their finger and start to swing the ball in any direction.
- Metal Chuckz are built just like Thumb Chucks, but are covered in a soft, sleek, ‘Metaltek’ coating, allowing for advanced tricks because they are weighted slightly heavier than Thumb Chucks. Metal Chuckz deliver challenging fun with a classy look.
- Spinzipz are a gadget toy that users hold between their index finger and thumb and flick the light to start the spin.
- Age: 4+
- MSRP: Starting at $7.99
- Available: Amazon, Walmart
