Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined News 12 in Brooklyn to talk about the year’s biggest toy trends that were on display at the Toy Insider’s Sweet Suite @ Home virtual event. For more on the hottest new toys and games of the summer, be sure to check out The Toy Insider’s 2020 Spring & Summer Gift Guide.


3DOODLER START LEARN FROM HOME PEN SET

This all-in-one learning pack includes the tools kids need to make 3D-printed projects. The low-heat, non-toxic plastic hardens quickly, so kids can literally draw in the air. To use the pen, simply plug it in, turn it on, and create.

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  • Ages: 6+
  • Manufacturer: 3DOODLER
  • MSRP: $49.99

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CRYSTAL SECRETS

This is a DIY, blind box, collectible charm bracelet. Each pack contains a secret charm embellished with an authentic Swarovski crystal. Collect all eight in series 1. Series 1 includes Octopus, Narwhal, Panda, Cat, Fox, Squirrel, Hedgehog, and a rare Koala (#findthekoala). Unlock the heart to reveal a secret crystal and animal charm inside, then build the bracelet and show which charm you unlocked.

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  • Ages: 7+
  • Manufacturer: MAKE IT REAL
  • MSRP: $7.99 (single pack), $19.99 (3 pack)

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REAL RIGS RECYCLING TRUCK BY KID TRAX

This ride-on features more than 100 sound effects and songs, nine recyclable accessories, Power Trax rubber traction strip tires, and push-button acceleration to go up to 1.5 mph.

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THE ANIMAL

This interactive toy is both truck and beast, featuring glowing eyes, claws, sounds, all-terrain wheels that climb obstacles, and towing/tugging strength. Kids can watch it break out of its box on its own over and over again.

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