Christmas Toys by Age: Gift Ideas from Toddlers to Teens

The best toy is one that matches the child’s age and what they already love. Always check the age rating on the box — under-3 ratings exist because of small parts. Order early: popular sets sell out in December.

Toys for 1, 2 and 3 year olds

The best toys for 1, 2 and 3 year olds are chunky and washable and build grip, cause-and-effect and early words — LEGO DUPLO bricks are a favourite here: stackers, shape sorters, push-along toys and soft books.

LEGO DUPLO Classic Deluxe Brick Box, Creative Learning Toy for Baby and Toddlers 18…

What the LEGO listing highlights:

• Motivate young minds with this toddler-friendly assortment of LEGO DUPLO bricks and pieces, with endless hands-on creative possibilities, the benefits are many, suitable for children 18 months and up
• Encourage imaginations with 85 colourful bricks included in this set, with fun pieces, such as a window and 1-2-3 number bricks, a versatile toy, kids will enjoy playing, building, and learning
• The bricks and pieces are easy for small hands to pick up and place, making this educational toy for toddlers a great birthday or Christmas treat, designed for boys and girls aged 18 months and over

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LEGO DUPLO Disney Frozen Creative Box with Elsa and Olaf 10462

What the LEGO listing highlights:

• Frozen building set: Let toddlers explore imaginative play with the LEGO DUPLO Disney Frozen Creative Box, featuring 37 bricks and pieces for creative building and storytelling
• Elsa and Olaf characters: Bring Disney Frozen adventures to life with Elsa and Olaf, plus a teapot, cup, brush, wand and cake-decorated bricks for pretend play
• Tea party and snowflake builds: Create simple scenes inspired by Frozen, including a fun tea party and snowflake tree, encouraging open-ended play with this LEGO creative box

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LEGO® DUPLO® Town 3 in 1 Construction Vehicles 10475 Building Toys for Toddlers with 2…

What the LEGO listing highlights:

• Building toys for toddlers: Rev up young kids’ creativity with the LEGO DUPLO Town 3 in 1 Construction Vehicles (10475) set, containing 22 bricks to assemble into 6 toddler truck toy building options
• 1 set, 6 vehicle toys: This toddler LEGO DUPLO set’s bricks assemble to make 2 tow trucks with different hooks, a loader, scissor lift, dumper truck or an excavator toy with a flexible arm
• Play the construction worker: Includes 2 builder toy figures that toddlers use to drive, direct and operate the vehicles to get the job done

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LEGO sets and building toys

LEGO sets grow with a child — larger bricks for preschoolers, then themed sets with instructions from about six. A set tied to a favourite film or game is an easy win.

LEGO Pokémon Charmander and Geodude's Cavern Clash 72157

What the LEGO listing highlights:

• Rock-smashing pokémon battle: Charmander and Geodude's Cavern Clash (72157) is a LEGO SMART Play Compatible set that puts kids at the centre of a rock-smashing showdown.
• Imaginative Trainer mission: Children take on a Pokémon Trainer's first mission, breaking rocks to find a hidden crystal while Geodude springs an ambush, delivering hands-on kids lego adventures.
• SMART Tag reactions: A smart tag inside each figure lets a LEGO SMART Play brick, sold separately, trigger sounds and lights as Charmander and Geodude respond to play.

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LEGO Minecraft Chicken Jockey 21582

What the LEGO listing highlights:

• Minecraft building toy: Recreate one of Minecraft's most recognisable characters with this building toy inspired by the iconic Chicken Jockey
• Three LEGO figures: Build a baby zombie, chicken and baby chicken, each inspired by familiar Minecraft mobs
• Play and display: Create interactive Minecraft scenes, then showcase the finished model as gaming room decor or room decor

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LEGO Pokémon SMART Play: Berry Bash with Bulbasaur and Bidoof 72155

What the LEGO listing highlights:

• Pokémon building set: Berry Bash with Bulbasaur and Bidoof (72155) is a LEGO SMART Play Compatible set that lets kids aged 7 and over dream up their own Pokémon adventures.
• Imaginative play: Kids gather berries from the tree, blend a smoothie and nurture Bulbasaur and Bidoof as they prepare for a Pokémon Trainer's first battle.
• Interactive reactions: SMART Tags fitted in Bulbasaur and Bidoof work with a SMART Brick (sold separately) to trigger sounds and lights as the Pokémon respond to play.

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STEM and educational toys

STEM and educational toys — coding robots, science kits and magnetic tiles — turn curiosity into play. Check whether a kit needs a phone or tablet app.

Tisuokae Solar Robot Kits for Boys Age 8-12,6 in 1 STEM Projects Toys for Kids

What the Tisuokae listing highlights:

• [STEM Projects for Kids Age 8-16]This set of space themed toy, using a set of spare parts, can build six kinds of space robot models: space station, robot dog, exploration, Rover, astronaut and plane. Rich…
• [High-quality Material]All pieces of solar building toys for boys age 8-16 have made from sturdy, BPA-free, non-toxic, and skin-safe ABS plastic. Keep your children safe, which facilitates early childhood…
• [Space Science Toys Kits]Some robots have two energy supply modes. One is to use solar panels. The robot can move in the sun or under lights above 100W. One is to use rechargeable batteries. You need to pack…

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Tisuokae 21 in 1 Solar Robot Kits for Boys 8-12, STEM Projects Toys Gifts for Kids

What the Tisuokae listing highlights:

• 🌞【21 STEM Robotics with Progressive Challenges】This science kit for 8-year-old boys includes over 210 components, allowing children to assemble up to 21 different robot designs—from simple beginner models to…
• 🔋【Dual Power Supply – Solar & Battery】This battery-powered science kit for boys 8–12 allows kids to harness real sunlight outdoors, turning clean energy into power that makes their robots move and come alive.…
• 🔧【Kid-Friendly, Safe & Durable】This STEM toy for kids ages 8–12 is crafted from high-quality, non-toxic ABS material, making the pieces sturdy and safe for repeated use. The solar robot set also comes with a…

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VTech Activity Desk 4-in-1 Kindergarten Expansion Pack Bundle for Age 3-5

What the VTech listing highlights:

• This online exclusive 4-in-1 Kindergarten Expansion Pack comes with all 4 expansion packs intended for age 3-5: Get Ready to Read, Making Math Easy, Get Ready for Kindergarten, and When I Grow Up. Each…
• Expansion pack - Get Ready to Read: Children can practice early reading skills while exploring the colorful illustrations, learning new vocabulary and listening to the stories Jack and the Beanstalk and Little…
• Expansion pack - Making Math Easy: Explore the colorful illustrations while learning counting, skip counting, simple addition, measurement and spatial sense. Free and guided exploration allows children to…

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Barbie, dolls and playsets

Barbie, dolls, dollhouses and role-play sets encourage storytelling. Accessories make good stocking fillers for a doll a child already owns.

Sylvanian Families 5339 Collectible Comfy Living Room Furniture Set for Kids 3+

What the Sylvanian Families listing highlights:

• Features picture sheets within the TV that can be taken out and replaced to change the TV picture The included interchangeable materials for the sofa and armchairs
• Great for stimulating imaginative role-play in children
• Well-made with fine attention to detail

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Barbie Moped with Puppy! [Amazon Exclusive]

What the Barbie listing highlights:

• This Barbie moped is ready to roll!
• It comes with a pet friend to share in the fun!
• The scooter is trendy designed in pink and yellow with silvery accents.

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Barbie Bicycle with Basket of Flowers

What the Barbie listing highlights:

• This Barbie bicycle is ready to roll!
• Real working pedals and wheels make riding it a breeze.
• Place Barbie doll (sold separately) on the seat where a clip holds her in place. Slide her feet into the pedals and her hands onto the handlebars and push to see the doll ride!

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Hot Wheels and die-cast cars

Hot Wheels and other die-cast cars are collectible and pocket-sized; track sets add stunts and racing. Check the track connects to sets the child already has.

Hot Wheels 1:64 Scale 5-Pack Formula 1 Die-Cast Toy Cars

What the Hot Wheels listing highlights:

• Race into the pole position of legendary Hot Wheels collections with a 5-pack of 1:64 scale Formula 1 race cars.
• Each die-cast vehicle has the fun details that kids and collectors will recognize from the world's most popular motorsport series.
• Create unforgettable stories with cars representing 5 notable Formula 1 racing teams. (Styles may vary.)

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Hot Wheels City T-Rex Blaze Battle & 1:64 Scale Die-Cast Toy Car

What the Hot Wheels listing highlights:

• Take on a hungry T-Rex that has attacked the Hot Wheels City fire station with a 1:64 scale toy car!​
• ​The playset features a large-scale dinosaur nemesis that has eyes that spin every time cars whizz past until it gets knocked out!
• ​Launch cars hard enough to spin the eyes and knock out the dino's teeth only to get eaten and then pooped out!

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Monster Jam, Official 1:64 Scale Die-Cast Monster Trucks 2-Pack (Style May Vary)

What the Monster Jam listing highlights:

• 2 official monster jam trucks: Create your own epic Monster Jam showdowns with the 1:64 scale die-cast 2-Pack! Each 2-Pack features the most popular and coveted trucks, ready to face-off!
• Head-to-head action: Put on an awesome Monster Jam show with the 2-Pack! Each set comes with 2 iconic Monster Jam monster trucks, including Grave Digger vs. Higher Education, Bulldozer vs. Racing Stripes and more!
• Authentic replicas: Each 1:64 die-cast Monster Jam monster truck features realistic details and lifelike graphics, official BKT Tires and a styled chassis that make it feel like you’re holding the real thing!

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Action figures

Figures from current films, shows and games are reliably popular. Collectors’ editions suit older fans who keep them boxed.

Marvel Spider-Man Titan Series Action Figure, 12-Inch (30 cm) Super Hero Toys for Kids…

What the Marvel listing highlights:

• 12-inch-scale (30 cm) marvel toy: Imagine big web-slinging Super Hero action and adventure with this large-scale Spider-Man action figure, featuring classic design inspired by the Marvel Comics
• Iconic marvel characters: Titan Series Spider-Man toys feature beloved characters, including Spider-Man, Black Suit Spider-Man, Ghost-Spider, Miles Morales, and Venom
• Poseable play: This Spider-Man figure features 11 points of articulation, so kids can pose it for exciting adventures they imagine

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PAW Patrol, Ryder’s ATV Toy Vehicle with Collectible Action Figure, Sustainably Minded…

What the PAW Patrol listing highlights:

• Collectible ryder figure: This ATV toy vehicle includes a collectible Ryder toy figure. Wearing his signature uniform & helmet, Ryder is ready to save the day
• Paw patrol atv: Clip Ryder into the driver’s seat of his ATV, that features authentic detailing and working wheels, before racing off on a thrilling mission
• Sustainably minded toy: Ryder & his PAW Patrol ATV are made from at least 52 percent pre-consumer recycled plastic. Kids can explore their imagination, creating missions with their favorite pup

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Masters of the Universe Origins 200X Skeletor 5.5-Inch Action Figure

What the Masters of the Universe listing highlights:

• This MOTU Origins Cartoon Collection Skeletor action figure will bring back fond memories of the 1980s and the beloved 200X toy line based on He-Man and the Masters of the Universe TV series.
• This Skeletor toy is a modern execution of the 200X figure of the Lord of Destruction. He's designed at 5.5-inch scale, with 16 points of articulation for battle-ready poses.
• His accessories include the signature ram-headed staff and two swords that can combine into one double-edged weapon.

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LEGO for adults and teens

LEGO for adults — display-scale cars, landmarks and Botanicals — is a satisfying long build for teens and grown-ups.

LEGO Atari 2600 10306 Building Set for Adults (2,532 Pieces)

What the LEGO listing highlights:

• Build a 1980s gaming icon – Enjoy crafting all the details of this Atari 2600 (10306) buildable console model, complete with joystick, replica game 'cartridges' and mini build story scenes
• Revel in the retro details – This replica version of the Atari 2600 console is packed with authentic details that you’ll remember from the original with a few LEGO twists added
• 3 retro replica game 'cartridges' – Assemble the 3 classic replica game 'cartridges': Asteroids, Adventure and Centipede.They slot into the console just like they did on the original

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LEGO Botanicals Cosmos Flowers 11514 Flower Building Set

What the LEGO listing highlights:

• Flower building set: Spark creative floral play for kids aged 9 and over with this 171-piece LEGO Botanicals Cosmos Flowers set, arranged into a custom posy for imaginative building fun.
• Building & construction toys: This nature-inspired building & construction toys set lets kids create three detailed cosmos flowers in white, pink and purple, plus two stems of fluffy red fountain grass, then…
• Spot the hidden bug: A tiny bug is tucked among the blooms, adding a playful detail for young builders to discover while they construct their posy.

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LEGO Technic 2022 Ford GT 42154 Car Model Kit for Adults to Build, 1:12 Scale Supercar…

What the LEGO listing highlights:

• A model car kit to build – Recreate all the details of the 2022 Ford GT with this LEGO Technic 2022 Ford GT (42154) set for adults
• Start your engines – This Ford GT model set features details inspired by the real car, like the V6 engine with moving pistons, independent suspension on all wheels and front-axle steering
• Admire the details – Take your time assembling details like the rear-wheel drive with differential, opening doors, adjustable spoiler wing and opening bonnet

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Gift-buying tips

• Check the age rating and whether batteries are included.
• Ask the parents what they already have — duplicates are common.
• Buy early: popular sets often sell out before Christmas.