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The Best Toys & Gifts For School-Aged Kids 2017
The holidays are arguably the most magical for this age group. From classic toys to games and even the much-talked-about Fingerlings, read on for our favourite gifts for your school-aged kid this season.
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Fingerlings Baby Monkeys
Described as “this year’s Hatchimal,” these adorable critters will blink, turn their heads, respond to your touch, make monkey noises (naturally) and even hang upside down. (Available at toysrus.ca; $20)
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Cra-Z-Art Make Your Own Slime
Everything you need for slimetastic fun is here in one box. Perfect for cold, rainy winter days, kids won’t mind staying inside if it means making their own neon, glow or glitter slime. (Available at Indigo; $30)
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Imaginext DC Superfriends BatBot Xtreme
What kid doesn’t want his own two-foot tall mini Batman, especially if he comes with multiple projectile launchers, a voice-changer, hidden batcycle and elevator? (Available at toysrus.ca; $130)
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Poo-nicorn Plushies
Combining two of our “favourite” things, poo-nicorn plushies are silly and cuddly and come in five bright colours. Your little one will love falling asleep with her head on this soft … poo. (Available at select stores; $20)
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Play-Doh Touch Shape to Life Studio
This is so fun! Your kids can create a world of hands-on adventures and see their Play-Doh creations come to life right in front of them! Just download the Play-Doh Touch app, shape a Play-Doh creation, place it on the Shape to Life Studio, and scan it with your tablet or smartphone. The creation will come to life on screen, ready to play! (Available at Indigo; $25)
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Worry Eaters Plush Dolls
If your little one struggles with worries or nightmares, the Worry Eaters are here to help. Kids write down or draw their troubles on a piece of paper then place it in the doll’s zipper, errr… mouth. When mom and dad find the worry, everyone can talk about how to make it better. (Available at Amazon; $29)
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Crayola Magic Scene Creator
Give your child an outlet for his creativity and bring his imagination – and drawings - to life. Comes with 70 action cards in five wild and wacky themes, and a built-in stand to proudly display each creation. (Available at toysrus.ca; $20)
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Star Wars Bladebuilders Path of the Force Lightsaber
This 360-degree spinning toy is essential for fighting bad guys here at home and in a galaxy far, far away. Kids will want to recreate their favourite scenes from the new movie (in theatres December 15). (Available at Walmart; $27)
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iDance Party Ball Karaoke Machine
This all-in-one disco light, karaoke and music machine is portable and comes with a wireless Bluetooth connector so kids can play or sing along with their favourite songs. Two microphone inputs means unlimited duet possibilities. (Available at Mastermind Toys; $70)
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VTech Kidizoom Action Cam
This “Go Pro for Kids” takes photos, selfies and video in slow and fast motion. It’s weather-proof and water-resistant for up to six feet and comes with mounting hardware to go wherever your kid goes. (Available at vtechkids.ca; $60)
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Boon Marco Light-up Bath Toy
Dim the lights on bath time and watch the tub come to life as Marco’s water-activated sensors light the way for undersea adventure. (Available at Walmart; $22)
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Lego Creator Winter Holiday Train
Lego nuts will flip over this holiday set that includes five mini-figurines, 16 pieces of track, toys and gifts, a Christmas tree and much more. A perfect Christmas morning activity (just don’t step on the pieces!) (Available on amazon.ca; $220)
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Speak Out Kids vs. Parents
This game, with separate decks of phrases for parents and kids, will have the whole family in stitches. You’ll try to recite common phrases like “This room is a pigsty!” while wearing the Speak Out mouthpieces and racing the clock. Great fun! (Available at Indigo; $25)
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Sound-Activated Light Blocks
Kids will love building their own amazing sculptures and robots with these sound-activated, light-up blocks that take interactive play to a whole new level. (Available at uncommongoods.com; $38-127)
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The Rebel Girls Gift Box
Beautifully illustrated by female artists and packaged for gifting, Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls Vol. 1 and 2 features 200 bedtime stories about the lives of extraordinary women, from Frida Kahlo to Beyonce, from Joan Jett to Jane Goodall. (Available at rebelgirls.com; $65 USD)
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Zoomer Show Pony
This sweet little interactive pony sings, dances and moves around like a real pony. When she performs, your kids can treat her with a little sugar cube, which may or may not be followed up with a special sugar dance! (Available at toysrus.ca; $70)