Hatchimals Surprise
Kindergarten Sweatshirt
Parents who loved John Belushi in 1978 comedy "Animal House" will chuckle at the kid's version of his famous "College" sweatshirt. Dress up your kindergartner in this hip, school-friendly fashion statement—without any of the frat-boy shenanigans. (Extra points for the brand for having a "Preschool" version, too.)
To buy: Hatch for Kids, $32
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo has taken gaming to the next level with its latest offering, the Nintendo Switch. The flexible console goes from portable multiplayer system to a docked game for at-home play. Gamers can use its Joy-Con controller sideways or vertical and flip the screen's stand to share visuals with others.
To buy: Amazon, $300
Harry Potter Boxed Set
Calling all Griffyndors, Ravenclaws, Hufflepuffs and Slytherins! For the Harry Potter fans in your house, Juniper Books has created a beautiful hardcover collection of the J.K. Rowling series packaged in a Hogwarts traveling trunk. Not only that, but the books are even wrapped in red, blue, yellow and green house-themed jackets. Accio! Accio! Accio!
To buy: Juniper Books, $275
Omy Coloring Poster
Whether or not you're visiting the Big Apple anytime soon, you and your kids can spend time coloring in the city's major attractions on this giant poster from the French company Omy. Check out the famous skyscrapers and other sights. You might just stumble on King Kong! When you're finished, you can even frame it for your child's room. Cities to color include Los Angeles, Berlin and London.
To buy: Omy, $12
Osmo Hot Wheels MindRacers
Fans of Osmo will be super stoked for their latest game. Now kids (and adults) can race actual Hot Wheels through digital tracks and worlds through their iPad. Racers control what happens to the cars through the use of physical tokens and watch all the action happen on the screen. How cool is that?!
To buy: Osmo, $60
Bright Creatures Kit
Fire-breathing dragons made out of colorful dough? That's one possibility with the Bright Creatures Kit from Tech Will Save Us. This cool science kit blends hands-on building with a little electricity to bring your kids' special creatures to life. What a great way to spark their imagination!
To buy: Bright Creatures, $50
