Children of all ages love to play with toys, which is why a toy is almost always a great gift choice. There are always toys that are in or out of fashion, and some that are very trendy, and some that are classic gifts. When considering what gift to give a child, it’s important to consider the child’s age, what he already has, what he likes to play with, and what her budget may be.
There are several different toys that are popular with boys, and there are toys that are more popular with boys than girls, and vice versa. When choosing children’s toys, remember that children love to use their imaginations, so toys that encourage creativity and play are great choices.
For young children, cars and race tracks are always popular. Fisher Price has produced a “Shake and Go Speedway Race Track” that allows the child to shake the car to start the engine, then place it on the track to race. An automated voice provides a play-by-play of the run, and kids and adults alike can cheer. Lego has always been a favorite, and the wide variety of themed packs that can be traded with each other make Lego a versatile gift. A new Lego Wild Hunters set complete with elephants, lions and crocodiles can really spark the imagination. Another building set that is very popular in Magnetatos, which uses the concept of magnets to hold building blocks together. These pieces are larger than Lego blocks and are perfect for younger children.
For girls there are several new toys that are very popular. Rescue Pets are lovely looking puppies and kittens waiting to be adopted by your little girl. They have their own adoption certificate and information about caring for their puppy or kitten. EZ 2 Quikrochet is not your old fashioned spool knitting craft pack. This uniquely designed, easy-to-hold knitting tool is perfect for making jewelry, hair accessories, scarves, or other projects. The Hollywood Barbie outfit is very popular, and Barbie is a Hollywood film director. The doll comes with all the accessories and can of course be interchanged with any other Barbie playset. She’s also a traditional Easy Bake Oven favorite for younger kids. Kids love to pretend to cook, and this is a great way to let them pretend, without having to worry about safety.
Boys and girls really enjoy playing toys and games together, and it is important to avoid indicating that some games or toys are just for boys or just for girls. Encouraging children to spend time playing together with toys, using their imaginations and just having fun is what being young is all about. One of the cool new toys that both boys and girls love is the Etch a Sketch Wired. This allows the Etch A Sketch board to be connected to the TV, so kids can actually see what they’re drawing on their Etch-A-Sketch screen on TV. Another popular board game is Cranium Family Fun or the original Cranium. The Family Fun version is designed for young children up to 7 years old and the original game is for older children.