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15 of the Best Toys for Kids for 2017
Whether you're looking for a playset for your preschooler or a game the whole family will enjoy, the Walmart Toy Academy has you covered. This one-stop shopping destination has curated lists of the must-have toys for the season, based on children's interests and parents' budgets. Read on for our favourites.
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Little People Caring for Animals Farm
Toddlers will love learning how to take care of their animal friends with this activity-packed playset, featuring bright colours, songs and sounds. And we love all the sensory-stimulating fun! (Available at walmart.ca, $30; ages one to five)
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PJ Masks Collectible Figures 5-Pack
Whether your kid likes to proudly display or play with their favourite action figures, they'll love this collectible set. The 5-pack features Catboy, Owlette, Gekko, Luna Girl and Romeo in dynamic action poses. (Available at walmart.ca, $15; ages three to five)
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Think & Learn Teach 'n Tag Movi
If you're looking for a toy that does more than just play with your preschooler, this little robot is just the thing. Get their minds and bodies moving while teaching them how to follow directions and think critically. (Available at walmart.ca, $50; ages three to five)
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Barbie Glam Convertible Vehicle
Banish those winter blues with this bright pink open roof Barbie car. This two-seater is ready to take kids and Barbie on open road adventures this holiday. (Available at walmart.ca, $20; ages three to five)
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Laugh & Learn Food Truck
Mom and Dad aren't the only ones obsessed with food trucks. Now your little ones can get in on the fun with this cute playset. From greeting customers and taking orders to working the register, this two-sided truck serves up hours of role-play fun. (Available at walmart.ca, $75; ages 18 to 36 months)
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Paw Patrol Sea Patroller
Know a kid who's obsessed with Paw Patrol? This fun playset lets kids help Ryder rescue Baby Octopus by jumping aboard this rescue vehicle, equipped with flashing lights, sounds, and a detachable anchor. (Available at walmart.ca, $58; ages three to five)
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FlipaZoo 16” Plush Toys
We love multi-functional toys, especially when they're as sweet as these stuffies. These cuddly toys double as a pillow for naptime, summer camp or family travel, and magically transform from one animal to another. (Available at walmart.ca, $20; ages three and up)
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FurReal Roarin’ Tyler, the Playful Tiger
Roar at this playful tiger cub and he roars back. Tyler has poseable back legs, so he's extra cuddly for kids. He responds to sounds and touch with more than 100 sound-and-motion combinations, and he even has his own chicken toy. Adorable!
(Available at walmart.ca, $100; ages four and up)
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Egged On
Allow us to introduce you to one of the most fun family games for 2017: Egged On! It offers a hilarious twist on the egg roulette challenge, where players have to pick the right egg or get wet! (Available at walmart.ca, $25; ages five and up)
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My Life As 18" Doll
Looking for a doll that looks like your kid? My Life As Dolls represent every child, with girl and boy dolls in a variety of ethnicities, occupations and styles, and endless accessories. (Available at walmart.ca, $29; ages five to eight)
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Hatchimals Surprise Pink Egg
They’re still on a lot of kids’ minds—and this year, you’ll find Hatchimal twins! Once your first Hatchimal has pushed its way out of the egg, lift your second Hatchimal out and let the fun begin. They’re cute, cuddly and hidden inside a magical speckled egg—and kids will have to use love and care to help them hatch. (Available at walmart.ca, $80; ages five to eight)
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L.O.L. Surprise Tots Doll
Discover seven layers of surprise in each L.O.L. Doll, as every step gradually reveals which one you're going to get. Pro Tip: you can feed or bathe the dolls for an additional water surprise. (Available at walmart.ca, $14; ages five to 12);
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Hot Wheels Ballistik Racer
Rev things up this Christmas with a remote control vehicle that takes things to the next level. The Ballistik Racer offers off-road capabilities and all-terrain performance, so kids (and Dad) can show-off endless stunts and tricks. (Available at walmart.ca, $90; ages nine to 12)
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Propel Maximum X01 Micro Drone
Your little pilot-in-the-making will adore this super fun drone. It stays stable in all conditions, features LED lights that make it easy to follow and has three different speeds - just make sure they fly it outside the living room! (Available at walmart.ca, $25; ages 12 and up)
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Hearing Things Game
If you have teens and tweens, this is a fun way to engage your kids in some family time (read: stop them from spending the evening in their rooms). The hilarious guessing game has players lip-reading silly phrases while wearing speech-cancelling headphones. (Available at walmart.ca, $14; ages 12 and up)