Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined Canada’s Cityline to show off the hottest new toys of the 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.

STAR WARS THE CHILD ANIMATRONIC EDITION

Touch the top of The Child's head to activate more than 25 sound and motion combinations. Become the interactive creature's protector and pretend to harness the power of the Force as The Child closes its eyes, raises its arms, giggles, and more. Touch the top of The Child's head to activate more than 25 sound…

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  • MSRP:
  • $59.99; $79.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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JUNKBOTS

Dig through junk to reveal hidden treasures and clues /to build one of 36 collectibles. Mix and match pieces to customize your own characters. Animate the bots with a motor or dynamic vibrations and a light-up energy core.r

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99; $25.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 3+

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SCOOBY-DOO! MYSTERY MACHINE

Time to solve some mysteries with the members of Mystery, Inc.! Kids can open the van's rear doors to reveal an illuminated monitor, where they can insert ghost cards to learn more about the mystery. Discover more ghost cards in each of the SCOOBY-DOO! Mystery Figures. Includes Fred, Daphne, Velma, a spyglass, a secret map…

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  • MSRP:
  • $49.99; $59.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 5+

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC BREAK OPEN 10 GEODES KIT

Geology is downright exciting when kids are breaking open rocks and finding crystal treasures! Geodes can form with a variety of crystals inside and National Geographic has searched the globe to bring kids the best variety of geodes in this earth science kit. The included display stand is perfect for showcasing the crystals that kids…

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99; $39.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 8+

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TREASURE X SUNKEN GOLD SHARK’S TREASURE

Break open the bottle packaging to release a giant shark, then dissect its belly to rescue the treasure hunter trapped inside. Kids will also uncover a hidden treasure chest with a chance to find real gold.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99; $29.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 5+

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L.O.L. SURPRISE! O.M.G. REMIX FASHION DOLLS

Unbox 25 surprises with each new music-inspired doll — Kitty K, Pop B.B., Honelyicious, and Lonestar. Each represents a music genre — pop, R&B, hip-hop, and country music — and comes with two fashion looks and a full-sized record that really plays music. Unbox 25 surprises with each new music-inspired doll — Kitty K, Pop…

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  • MSRP:
  • $34.99; $59.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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OPERATION: PET SCAN EDITION GAME

Uh-Oh! Cavity Sam's dog, Rex-Ray, has eaten a bunch of things he shouldn't have, such as homework, socks, bunny slippers, and a dog bone — kids can help make him feel better by removing them. Kids drop an ailment into the dog's mouth and use the magnetic dog-o-scope to guide it along his belly through…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99; $24.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 6+

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YOUNIVERSE ULTIMATE CRYSTAL GROWING LABORATORY

Kids grow their own crystal magic. Learn the science behind nucleation, molecular reactions, and more. Discover how science and style come together by creating sparkling, crystal-growing accessories. Or learn how easy it is to make a rainbow that shines no matter the weather with a simple chemical reaction. Kids grow their own crystal magic. Learn…

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  • MSRP:
  • $21.97-$29.99; $29.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 8+

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LEGO DOTS MEGA BRACELET PACK

Kids can customize friendship bracelets using the five adjustable bands and 295 assorted tiles. Includes a sorting tray with dividers. Make, wear, and share with this easy, creative craft project.

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99; $29.99 CAD
  • 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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MX350

Teens can kick start their off-road adventures with the Razor MX350 Dirt Rocket, which speeds up to 22 km/h (14 mph). The scaled-down, electric-powered dirt bike is a fun way for riders to get the feel for dirt with authentic MX-frame geometry, knobby tires, and a twist-grip throttle for a true-to-life ride. It's the perfect…

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  • MSRP:
  • $499.99 CAD
  • Age:
  • 13+

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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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