Top Kids' Gifts
From DIY science experiments and mini spaceships to magical friends and more, we have 2022’s top gifts for the kiddos in your life.
1. Hot Wheels are just as popular as ever, and the Spiral Speed Crash Playset (a 29-inch-tall track with multiple boosters, crash zones and plenty of curves) is proof. $59, target.com
2. Celebrate Barbie’s 60th with an overthe-top three-story dollhouse with 10 indoor and outdoor living areas and 70 accessories (including a dessert bar, pet play area and waterslide!). The Barbie 60th Celebration Dreamhouse Playset even has sound, music and colorchanging lights. $259, shop.mattel.com
3. With fortune-telling, spell-casting and game-playing modes, the Magic Mixie Crystal Ball uses an interactive wand and ball that reveals a furry friend. $85, target.com
4. Up to three Akedo Warriors can duke it out at the same time in this brand-new Akedo Powerstorm Triple Strike Tag Team Arena Game, which comes with two exclusive warriors, a light-up scoreboard and 40 sound effects. $50, amazon.com
5. For music education, Fisher-Price DJ Bouncin’ Beats features more than 75 songs, sounds and phrases that help kids learn their ABCs and numbers. Plus, you can record a phrase and turn it into a musical remix. $45, walmart.com
6. Have a scientist in the family? Bill Nye’s VR Science Kit includes virtual reality goggles, video directions, beakers, measuring cups and stepby-step instructions to complete fun experiments. $70, bestbuy.com
7. Star Wars fans will love this mini replica of the most popular ship around. The Micro Galaxy Squadron Assault Class Millennium Falcon ĶÃ ŖÕÌwÌÌi` with motion-activated sounds, light-up thrusters and four iconic characters. $45, amazon.com
8. For a race-against-the-clock sensory game, the Pop It! Pro Light-Up Pattern-Popping Game will keep kids busy and challenged for hours. $20, amazon.com
9. Swing, kick, spike and bowl your way to victory in six sports with Nintendo Switch Sports. Bonus: It comes with a leg strap to kick a soccer ball and motion controls to make you feel like you’re really in the game. $50, target.com