Toddler tablets, retro toys hot

NEW YORK — It’s still technically summer, but for some, it’s not too soon to think about what the kiddies will want for the holidays.

Toys R Us has come out with its annual “hot toy” list that includes tablets for kids, fashion dolls in the likeness of boyband sensation One Direction, and even retro hits like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Furby.

Knowing early what will be popular during the holiday shopping season is crucial to retailers seeking to have the right mix of toys at the right prices. The holiday season can account for about 40 percent of a toy seller’s annual profit.

This year, Toys R Us, is introducing a “hot toy” reservation program. Starting Wednesday, the Wayne, N.J.based retailer will let customers reserve the 50 toys on its list. The reservation system will run through the end of October. Toys must be reserved in stores and customers have to put down 20 percent of the toys’ cost.

Here are the top 10 toys on Toys R Us’ list. The complete list of 50 can be found at toysrus.com/hottoys.

Doc McStuffins Time for Your Check Up doll by Just Play, $39.99: Doctor doll based on Disney Jr. show character.

Furby by Hasbro, $59.99: Update on hit 1998 furry interactive toy robot.

Gelarti Designer Studio by Moose Toys, $24.99: Sticker set that lets kids paint and customize reusable stickers.

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