Laurie Schacht, aka the Toy Insider Mom, rounded up the 10 hottest toys of the season — and there’s something for everyone!
Sky Rover Voice Command Helicopter
(Audley)
The Voice Command helicopter can be controlled through 12 verbal commands—no hands required! Designed for indoor use.
Ages: 12+
MSRP: $44.99
16” Hot Wheels Bike with Rev Grip
(Dynacraft)
The 16″ Hot Wheels Bike is ideal for beginners who are just learning how to ride.
It features training wheels that can be removed, a “rev grip” that makes a motorcycle sound and deep tire treads for traction both on and off bike paths.
Ages: 4+
Sing-A-Long Elsa
(Jakks Pacific)
Girls can pass the included microphone back and forth between themselves and Elsa and together they can sing Let it Go while Elsa’s necklace and dress light up!
Elsa sings and says 15+ original phrases in both English and Spanish.
Ages: 3+
MSRP: $39.99
Giant Leonardo Playset
(Playmates Toys)
A giant 24-inch articulated Leonardo Ninja Turtle action figure transforms into a complete Sewer Lair Playset with over 30 features, including spring-activated surprises, false floors, a skate park and so much more. Compatible with most Turtles basic action figures.
Ages: 4+
MSRP: $109.99
Talking Minion Action Figures
(Thinkway Toys)
All-new Talking Minion Kevin, Talking Minion Stuart, and Talking Minion Bob with articulated arms and soft skin upper bodies. You can move each character’s head left to right, forward and back and their eyes open, close, and look around.
Ages: 4+
MSRP: $44.99
3D Maker
(Tech 4 Kids)
Kids turn gel designs into 3D creations by tracing designs on a template and inserting into the maker. The gel becomes solid after being exposed to LED light.
Ages: 8+
MSRP: $39.99
Little Live Pets Clever Keet
(Moose Toys)
Clever Keet can repeat messages, remember phrases and mash them up to make new sentences. It can also swing on his perch, eat and drink on his own and dance in the mirror.
Age: 5+
MSRP: $74.99
Skylanders SuperChargers
(Activision Publishing)
Kids can explore and navigate the mountainous terrains, deep sea environments, and big blue skies of Skylands like never before with detailed and articulated vehicles that will play in the real world and come to life via the Portal of Power in the game. Will be available for Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS4, PS3, Wii, Wii U, Nintendo 3DS, and iPad.
Ages: 6+
MSRP: $84.99
Skylanders SuperChargers “Hot Streak” and “Crypt Crusher”
(NKOK)
NKOK has created special radio controlled vehicles for Spitfire’s “Hot Streak” and Fiesta’s “Crypt Crusher.”
“Hot Streak” is Spitfire’s full function beast, featuring tires made from blue flames and internal power that emits a golden glow from grill to turbines.
Fiesta commands his full function “Crypt Crusher” coffin featuring a light-up monster tire in the back, and 2 wheels in the front for stability and maneuverability.
Ages: 6+
MSRP: $29.99
The Glide
(Glitek)
The Glide is a self-balancing personal transport device with the ability to go as fast as 10 mph, go up to a 30 degree incline and can go as far as 10 miles.
Ages: 9+
MSRP: $499