Still not sure what to get the kids on holiday shopping list? There’s still time! Toy Insider Senior Editor Ali Mierzejewski stopped by Fox in Cleveland to talk about some great last-minute 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.


SUPER WINGS JETT’S SUPER ROBOT SUIT (ALPHA GROUP US)

  • Based on the preschool animation series Super Wings, this large-scale Robot transforms into a Big Rig Vehicle for Jett to use in either mode on special missions.
  • Lights and sounds bring the play experience to life. The set includes a Transforming Jett figure, which transforms from plane to bot, and fits right into the rig and robot.
  • Kids can reenact their favorite scenes from the show or use their imagination to come up with new adventures of their own.
  • Ages: 3+
  • MSRP: $39.99
  • Available: Amazon, Target, Toys “R” Us, Walmart

CAT CONSTRUCTION R/C (TOY STATE)

  • Part of a wide range of Cat machines, Toy State’s Construction R/C Dump Truck enables kids to bring the construction site to their own backyard.
  • A rugged machine designed for action, the dump truck easily scoops up and loads gravel, sand and loose dirt – just like Cat’s full-size machines—with its motorized dump bed and shovel.
  • The new dump truck features Cat’s iconic yellow and black colors and is powered by a 2.4GHz motor for maximum performance and multiplayer fun.
  • A hand-held remote controller puts kids in the driver’s seat for creating their own construction sites.
  • Ages: 5+
  • MSRP: $29.99
  • Available: Toys “R” Us

JOJO SIWA CD + G KARAOKE MACHINE (EKIDS)

  • This karaoke machine is inspired by the teen and tween sensation JoJo Siwa!
  • Kids can access their music library and stream content with voice control.
  • Users Connect to the TV and sing their hearts out to their favorite JoJo lyrics on screen using the included CD, featuring  songs with and without guide vocals.
  • The karaoke machine even features a multi-colored LED light show. Bluetooth wirelessly streams audio from any compatible device, and it also take calls with the included speakerphone.
  • Ages: 6+
  • MSRP: $69.99
  • Available: Walmart exclusive

LEGO WORLDS (WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT)

  • LEGO Worlds is a galaxy of imaginative worlds made entirely of digital LEGO bricks where players can explore, discover, and create together.
  • Kids can create anything they can imagine one brick at a time, or use large-scale landscaping tools to create vast mountain ranges and dot their world with tropical islands.
  • Kids can drop in prefabricated structures to build and customize any world to their liking. Players can explore using helicopters, dragons, motorbikes or even gorillas and unlock treasures that enhance your gameplay
  • Discover and Collect Rewards: Players uncover hidden treasures in diverse environments, collecting characters, creatures, vehicles, castles, props and weapons as they explore each new world.
  • Online multiplayer allows two players to explore each other’s Worlds, play competitive challenges and show-off creations.
  • Available on PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and more.
  • Ages: 10+
  • MSRP: $29.99
  • Available: Amazon, Target, Toys “R” Us, Walmart, PlayStation Store, STEAM, Xbox Store, GameStop

 

Hatch’ems (Basic Fun)

  • Hatch’ems are a collectible toy for all kids. Pop the lid, bop the top, and watch your dino hatch.
  • Just remove the lid and bop the top to watch it burst and hatch, revealing an inflated surprise baby dinosaur or baby bird.
  • Hidden inside capsules, they have the thrill of a concealed mystery item. The capsule doubles as a carrying case.
  • Ages: 4+
  • MSRP: $4.99
  • Available: Target, Walmart

SOFT’N SLO SQUISHIES (ORB)

  • Super squeezable and collectible, Soft’n Slo Squishies are based on the latest trend from Japan as a slow-rising and soft collectible.
  • They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and produce a fun transformation that’s different every time.
  • If kids are lucky they may even find the secret limited edition Soft’n Slo Squishies with a special holographic seal.
  • Soft’n Slo Squishies Sweet Shop features favorite high-end bakery products, including slices of cake, cinnamon buns, ice cream cones, and super squishy s’mores.
  • Soft N Slow Squishies Gross Desserts features bakery favorites with a few gross surprises, like eyeballs and bugs.
  • Ages: 8+
  • MSRP: $5.99-$14.99
  • Available:  Amazon, Target, Toys “R” Us, Walmart

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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