Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined CBS in Cleveland to show off the year’s hottest new holiday toys and games. 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.


SQUEAKEE THE BALLOON DOG

Squeakee is an interactive balloon dog pet that kids can train and feed. He’ll listen and respond with more than 60 sounds and movements activated by voice commands and multiple touch sensors.

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POWER TREADS

Easily build the all-surface vehicle, then create a custom course using the modular track set. Track pieces are interchangeable and can be placed far apart or close together. Add obstacles using any household items.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: WOWWEE
  • MSRP: $19.99 - $39.99

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POKÉMON TRADING CARD GAME BATTLE ACADEMY

The first board game adaptation of the classic Pokémon Trading Card Game makes gameplay an easy-to-learn family experience. Two players can battle with the three included 60-card decks, featuring Raichu, Charizard, and Mewtwo.

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