One of the Hottest Toys Right Now Is This "Fire-Breathing" Bowser Doll (2024)

Kids can bring the Minecraft experience into the real world with this surprise toy. Just like in the game, they'll get a shovel and they'll have to dig to uncover treasure and pieces of a character that they can "craft" into a figure when they're done. Ages 5+

It's probably hard to get him stuff he'll actually like for his room (he's so specific!), but trust us, this blanket will be a hit. Amazon reviewers say it's super-soft, well-made and really does glow in the dark. No age recommendation given.

You might not be a huge fan of kinetic sand, but you know he is. Plus, it can actually provide a lot of sensory experiences. Inside this chest is a bunch of treasures he has to find, including gems! Ages 3+

He'll spend time excavating fossils, like shark teeth! Sure, they are only toys, but it will speak to his interests if he's into dinos. Ages 8+

Most RC cars can glide along your floors, but this one can go off-roading, and we mean really off-roading, including water. Ages 6+

It's hard to explain what this is, but essentially, it's a spiral bracelet that moves up and down arms so kids can do tricks. "This gadget gets the kids away from the video and tablet screens," one Amazon reviewer wrote. Ages 6+

Yes, this kit is filled will help him learn awesome magic tricks, and comes with actual VR goggles to use, but it can also help with building confidence, especially if you allow him to put on a show for the family! Ages 8+

Nee Doh is the fidget toy that has taken social media by storm, and kids love to squish it like a globby stress ball. And while it comes in many colors and shapes, the "Nice Cube" keeps it cool, just like an ice cube. It's perfect when you need just a little something. Ages 3+

Kids of all ages love pushing the beads around in the gel to decorate the background picture — it's a great fidget toy. This one comes with a two-sided background (but you can always print more), and it also has a case that lights up so they can use it at night. Good Housekeeping testers loved using the included stylus to move the beads, since it gave them more control over the picture. Ages 6+

A new twist on the classic game Simon Says, this one is a fun memory booster that's perfect for killing time on a long road trip, where kids can play solo or turn it into a two-player game. The challenge is to memorize the light sequence and follow along for as long as possible, without breaking the pattern! Bonus: Batteries are included so you can play ASAP. Ages 7+

With this set, kids can design marble runs that use curves, drops and other cool tools. They'll have to put their engineer hats on, and also experiment with concepts like gravity, velocity and cause-and-effect. It comes with more than 150 pieces, and expansion packs are also available with even more elaborate features. Ages 8+

Kids can make good use of their creative juices with this tee, which comes with a pen-sized UV flashlight that lets them draw their own designs that really glow! After about five minutes, the drawing fades and they can make something new. And yet, you can still put it in the washing machine (just not the dryer). Sizes 3T – XL

Just when you've thought you've seen everything possible in a Beyblade stadium, this comes along with cool lighting effects that make the tops glow! It also comes with two spinning tops, two right/left-spin launchers and two extra armor tips. Ages 8+

Get them outside and get their blood pumping with this game, which is a combo of croquet and soccer. It's played with oversized, inflatable croquet balls that kids have to kick through the wickets, so they also have to work on ball control. Ages 4+

Your kid can help avoid a nuclear meltdown with this game meant to be played with two or more people. To play, they pack and roll goo cubes together, and use their critical-thinking skills to balance the squishy cubes on a platform that shifts unpredictably. If any cubes fall, you'll have to re-stack it. The game is over when all the cubes are stacked! Ages 7+