Amazon predicts the 100 most popular toys of holiday 2019
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It’s (almost) the most wonderful time of the year, which means that now’s the time to shop.
And — no surprise here — Amazon is on top of things. The retailer just revealed its list of the top 100 toys this year, and there are tons of incredible gift ideas worth taking note of. All of the toys on the list are predictions on what toys will be the most popular for the 2019 holiday season, and they include favorites like L.O.L dolls, classics like Legos and must-haves like Iron Man’s glove.
According to Amazon, this year’s top trends include Star Wars, Harry Potter, PJ Masks and Paw Patrol toys. Also included are Barbie, Hot Wheels and games such as Monopoly.
We went through the entire list of 100 toys and sorted them out in some of the most popular toy categories. So sit back, relax and take a scroll. This list will make shopping for that special kiddo in your life a breeze.
Puzzles and games
The latest and greatest handheld gaming console, the Nintendo Switch, is perfect for that little gamer in your life. The coolest thing about this gadget is that the kiddo can switch from playing alone to playing with a friend by simply unhooking some controllers. Perfect for long road trips, flights and older siblings’ soccer games, this toy will keep any kid occupied and happy.
Shop it: Nintendo Switch, $299, amazon.com
Also on the list:
Monopoly Voice Banking Electronic Family Board Game, $22 (was $24)
Ravensburger Disney Villainous: Wicked to The Core Strategy Board Game, $25
Star Wars Lightsaber Academy Interactive Battling System, $50
Hot Wheels
This is not the Hot Wheels of your youth. This smart track comes with an app filled with races, challenges and more fun games. You can even scan the Hot Wheels cars into the app, and virtually race and play with them. A perfect combination of technology and fun, this smart track is a must-have for any car fanatic.
Shop it: Hot Wheels id Smart Track Kit, $180, amazon.com
Also on the list:
Frozen 2
Do you wanna build a snowman? Olaf can help. A snowflake controller brings Olaf to life and moves the beloved character around wherever you want him to go — just be sure he doesn’t melt along the way!
Shop it: Frozen Disney 2 Follow-Me Friend Olaf, $35 (Was $40), amazon.com
Also on the list:
Frozen Disney Elsa, Anna, & Olaf Deluxe Fashion Doll Set, $60
LEGO Disney Frozen II Enchanted Treehouse 41164 Toy Treehouse Building Kit, $40 (was $50)
Lego
Legos are the gift that never gets old. Bring any movie, like Avengers, to life with the set of building blocks.
Shop it: LEGO Marvel Avengers: Avengers Ultimate Quinjet, $80, amazon.com
LEGO Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Millennium Falcon, $160
LEGO Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire Hogwarts Clock Tower, $90
Playsets
Any kid won’t be able to keep their paws off of this play set. Complete with a working elevator and zipline, this toy is next-level.
Shop it: Nickelodeon PAW Patrol, Mighty Pups Super Paws Lookout Tower Playset, $78, amazon.com
Also on the list:
Fisher-Price Wonder Makers Design System Build Around Town Starter Kit, $40
BEYBLADE Burst Turbo Slingshock Cross Collision Battle Set, $40 (Was $50)
Paw Patrol, Super Paws, 2-in-1 Transforming Mighty Pups Jet Command Center, $49 (was $54)
Melissa & Doug Top and Bake Wooden Pizza Counter Play Food Set, $36 (Was $50)
Action figures
Use the force with this fun gift: Funko Pops figures are so popular, it’s not surprise that this Star Wars version is on Amazon’s top list. Complete with a seat for Han to fly the Falcon, this action figure is everything a Star Wars fan could want.
Shop it: Funko Pop! Deluxe: Star Wars - Millennium Falcon with Han Solo, $65, amazon.com
Also on the list:
PJ Masks PJ Seeker with Bonus Catboy, Owlette & Gekko Figures, $60
Imaginext Fisher-Price DC Super Friends Transforming Batmobile, $68
Treasure X Aliens - Dissection Kit with Slime, Action Figure, and Treasure, $13 (was $15)
Dress up costumes and makeup
It’d be the end of the world if you didn’t gift this Avengers piece this holiday season.
Shop it: Avengers Marvel Legends Series Endgame Power Gauntlet Articulated Electronic Fist, $71 (was $100), amazon.com
Also on the list:
Disney Pixar Toy Story 4 Buzz Lightyear 3-In-1 Armor Pack, $70 (was $80)
Melissa & Doug Wooden Chef’s Pretend Play Toy Kitchen with “Ice” Cube Dispenser, $153
Capsule Chix Machine Unboxing and Mix and Match Fashions and Accessories, $45 (was $50)
Poopsie Rainbow Slime Kit with 35+ Makeup & Slime Surprises, $59
L.O.L
L.O.L dolls were last year’s most popular toy, and it’s no surprise that the big-eyed dolls have bigger and better toy sets for 2019, including this amazing fashion camper, set with more than 55 fun accessories and decorations. Perfect for the L.O.L fan in your life, this set is creative and cute.
Shop it: L.O.L. Surprise! 2-in-1 Glamper Fashion Camper, $99, amazon.com
Also on the list:
L.O.L. Surprise! Glitter Globe Doll Winter Disco Series with Glitter Hair, $11
L.O.L. Surprise! Amazing Surprise with 14 Dolls, 70+ Surprises & 2 Playset, $119
L.O.L. Surprise! Winter Disco Chalet Doll House with 95+ Surprises, $239
L.O.L. Surprise! Fluffy Pets Winter Disco Series with Removable Fur, $13
L.O.L. Surprise! Winter Disco Bigger Surprise (Amazon Exclusive), $90
Dolls
The Journey Girls dolls are like if American Girl Dolls came to life in 2019. Modern, hip and trendy, these dolls are perfect for fabulous fashionistas.
Shop it: Journey Girls 18-inch Doll - Callie, $35, amazon.com
Also on the list:
Baby Alive Happy Hungry Baby Blond Curly Hair Doll, $37 (was $50)
Mickey Mouse Hot Dog Dance Break Mickey Plush, $30 (was $40)
Baby Alive Happy Hungry Baby Black Curly Hair Doll, $37 (was $50)
Poopsie Rainbow Surprise Dolls – Amethyst Rae or Blue Skye, Multicolor, $50 (was $55)
Poopsie Rainbow Surprise Dolls – Rainbow Dream Or Pixie Rose, $55
Kindi Kids Snack Time Friends, Pre-School 10-inch Doll - Marsha Mello, $19 (was $25)
Baby Alive Happy Hungry Baby Brown Straight Hair Doll, $37 (was $50)
Baby Alive Happy Hungry Baby Black Straight Hair Doll, $39 (was $50)
Candylocks 7-Inch Lacey Lemonade, Sugar Style Deluxe Scented Collectible Doll with Accessories, $20
Melissa & Doug Mine to Love Twins Luke & Lucy Dolls, $25 (was $30)
Stuffed Animals
Nothing beats a soft and fluffy stuffed animal. Have a little one who needs a sleeping buddy or a kiddo who’s afraid of the dark? A stuffed animal is all the comfort a tot or tween needs.
Shop it: GUND Baby Animated Flappy The Elephant Stuffed Animal Plush, Gray, 12-inch, $31, amazon.com
Also on the list:
Sesame Street Love to Hug Elmo Talking, Singing, Hugging, $22 (was $30)
Little Live Scruff-a-Luvs Plush Mystery Electronic Rescue Pet - Real Rescue, $30 (was $40)
WowWee Pinkfong Baby Shark Official Song Puppet, $15 (was $20)
Interactive toys
Got a curious kiddo in your life? This $10 toy is the perfect interactive experience. All you have to do is add water to the toy’s hair and watch it change, like magic!
Shop it: Skyrocket Blume Doll, $10, amazon.com
Also on the list:
PoKéMoN Electronic & Interactive My Partner Pikachu, $18 (was $20)
Melissa & Doug Slice-and-Bake Wooden Cookie Play Food Set, $17 (was $20)
Monster Jam, Official Mega Grave Digger All-Terrain Remote Control Monster Truck, $85 (was $100)
Furreal Plum, The Curious Panda Bear Cub Interactive Plush Toy, $100
Fisher-Price Wonder Makers Design System Vehicle 6-Pack, $25
Educational Toys
Introduce coding early and your favorite kiddo will become a master in HTML and CSS in no time — well, maybe give it a few years.
Shop it: Learning Resources Coding Critters, $30 (was $40), amazon.com
Also on the list:
Educational Insights Artie 3000 The Coding Robot, $63 (was $70)
Really RAD Robots - Electronic Remote Control Robot, $45 (was $50)
LeapFrog LeapStart Go System, Charcoal and Green, $40 (was $50)
Learning Resources Botley the Coding Robot Activity Set, $51 (was $80)
Arts and crafts
Spark some creativity and get crafting! This Crayola set has more than 100 different markers, crayons, colored pencils and more. The perfect gift for a child who loves to draw and play.
Shop it: Crayola Super Art Coloring Kit, $22, amazon.com
Also on the list:
Play-Doh Compound Corner Variety 6 Pack - Slime, Cloud, Krackle, Stretch, Foam, $15
Crayola Glitter Dots Sparkle Station, Glitter Craft Kit, $18 (was $20)
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