THE GIFT GUIDE FOR OTHER PEOPLE’S KIDS
A Jeep, a bullhorn, a slime kit . . . children will thank you for these toys, but their parents may not,
Believe in unicorns
Unicorns are back in a big way. This electronic pet version performs all kinds of tricks, including dancing. Her horn turns different colours to reflect her “feelings.” Children can also brush her hair, feed her sugar cubes and more. Zoomer Enchanted Unicorn with Sounds and Movement, $69.97, exclusively available at Toys "R" Us and toysrus.ca.
Cheer them on
Every young person wants to be even louder. This megaphone will help them unlock their potential — and alter their voices to sound like robots or old people. The next thing you’ll hear will be a mom or dad impression wafting up from the basement. Mini Voice Changer Megaphone, $12.99, at Mastermind Toys’ various locations and mastermindtoys.com.
Put it in drive
This one is the ultimate gift for one very special, very lucky kid. Capitalize on their new-found love of Wonder Woman and put them in the driver’s seat. Chances are, this ride is nicer than their parents’. And it’s got a big storage area for snacks. Fisher-Price Power Wheels Wonder Woman Jeep Wrangler, $399.99, available online at amazon.ca.
Soak it up
As if washing the real dog isn’t enough, now kids can plead with their parents to wash a toy one, too. In this game, players take turns washing “Soggy Doggy” until someone gets soaked. Perfect. Soggy Doggy Board Game, $29.95, Indigo, various locations and indigo.ca.
Slime time
This is the slime generation — children can’t get enough of it and often make it themselves using white glue, dish soap and all kinds of things. This factory lets them easily make their own slime with fun ingredients such as glitter and confetti. So Slime DIY Slime Factory, $29.99, Toys R Us, various locations and toysrus.ca.
Suck it up
This realistic-looking Dyson vacuum for children hits all the right notes: It’s nice and loud and requires batteries. They’ll have a blast making messes to clean up. Designed for preschoolers. Pretend Play Dyson Vacuum, $49.99 at Silly Goose Kids, 2054 Danforth Ave. or at toysrus.ca.