With Christmas round the corner, parents must be gearing up to go Christmas gift shopping for their kids. And why not! The best thing about this festive season for all children is presents under the Christmas tree. You can never go wrong with gifts for children if you opt for toys. Which kid doesn't love getting the latest Barbie doll or gaming console from Santa? Read on to find out what are the top toys for Christmas 2013.
Flutterbye Flying Flower Fairy
This beautiful doll is a perfect amalgamation of beauty and technology. Using 6 AA batteries, this cute, plastic doll flies in the air as if by magic. Don't expect it to fly too high or for a very long time but it's enough to make your little girl stare in wonder. The doll comes in a very girlish pink shade and is available for $27.87 on Toys R Us and $36.94 on Amazon.
Monopoly Empire
Monopoly Empire is a modern take on the classic board game Monopoly. However, here instead of buying cities, you buy major brands. This way, you kids can relate more to the game as brands like Samsung, Beats by Dr Dre, Xbox, McDonald's and Coca-Cola are up for grabs through the board game. Monopoly Empire is recommended for children only above the age of 8. The board game can be purchased from Toys R Us at $15.99 and Amazon at $21.99.
Furby Boom!
Based on the old favorite soft toy character, this modern toy can become a companion for your little one. The electronic toy remembers the name you give it, reacts according to how you treat it and can even dance to music you play. It comes with an optional Furby application that allows you to create Furby babies. The toy comes at a price tag of approximately $60 on both Toys R Us and Amazon.
LeapFrog LeapPad Ultra
Every adult wants to own a tablet so why shouldn't your little one have one too! The LeapFrog LeapPad Ultra is a 7 inch tablet that allows your kid to draw, make videos, take photographs and play games. Your kid can even connect to the Internet through the tablet and read eBooks. The device is priced $149.99 on Toys R Us and $144.99 on Amazon.
Tips To Keep In Mind While Buying Christmas Toys For Your Kid
The first thing you need to do is check the recommended age for the toy you're looking to buy. Most electronic toys and board games are recommended for children about the age of 6. Therefore, if you have a child younger than that, you may need to consider other options.
Next check the safety of the toy. Ensure they don't contain objects that can harm your child. For example, if you intend on buying battery operated toys, makes sure there's no leakage or short circuits that can prove to be harmful. Lastly, taking into account the age of your child, it is best to opt for unbreakable items so that your kid can enjoy them for a longer period of time.
Toys R Us and Amazon are not the only two online stores where you can purchase gifts for your child. You can also walk in to your local toy store and browse through the various options they have to offer.
