Believe it or not the holiday season is quickly approaching. I know we don't want to think about it, but it's true. And before we know it, it'll be the eve before our favorite holiday and we're standing in a mile-long line waiting to buy the gifts we put off purchasing all season long. But the thing is, we can get a leg up on the situation now, and do so with confidence, knowing our kids will actually like what we got them now. How? By going off of a list that's 100% kid-approved. Such a list exists because of Walmart, which enlisted the help of hundreds of kids to determine the top-rated toys of 2019.
“Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for parents to find the perfect toys for their children,” said Anne Marie Kehoe, vice president of toys at Walmart said in a press release. “Our customers count on us to have an unbelievable selection of top toys at incredible prices for every gifting occasion. And, that’s especially true during the holidays.”
There were 48 toys identified for 2019, which means there are plenty of options across price points and interests to choose from. What's even cooler is if moms and dads are ready to stock up for the holidays, Walmart offers online shoppers in-store pickup, free two-day shipping, and layaway. And right now, many of those beloved toys are rolled back to super affordable prices.
In an effort to make the holiday season a little easier, here are some of the best toys featured on the list, and their new and improved pricing. Happy shopping, and here's to hoping "Santa" is slightly less stressed this year.
'PAW Patrol,' Mighty Pups Super PAWs Lookout Tower
Every toddler and preschooler we know is obsessed with PAW Patrol, so it is no surprise kids were obsessed with this toy. With lights, sounds, and standing over 2 feet tall, they'll have the perfect view from the "Adventure Bay" to help them save the day. There is a working elevator and mighty zip line, and it interacts with all six Mighty Pups (sold separately).
PAW Patrol, Mighty Pups Super PAWs Lookout Tower (NOW: $78 WAS: $99.97, Walmart)
Hatching Toothless Interactive Baby Dragon
How to Train Your Dragon fans can get their own Toothless. Kids "agitate" a baby Toothless out of his shell by shaking and tilting it until he starts to hatch. Kids will see his eyes light up, hear him growl, and more until he's ready for his debut. Once he is out of his shell, Toothless interacts with kids. Kids can teach him to "fly," can feed him, and even play interactive games. It's like getting them a puppy without the work
Hatching Toothless Interactive Baby Dragon (NOW: $48.88 WAS: $59.68, Walmart)
Imaginext DC Super Friends Transforming Batmobile R/C Vehicle
Batman never goes out of style. This remote-controlled racer not only zips and zooms, it transforms to save the day. It even shoots out discs so kids can take down The Joker with ease.
Imaginext DC Super Friends Transforming Batmobile R/C Vehicle (NOW: $67.99 WAS: $79, Walmart)
Marvel Spider-man Super Web Slinger
Who says kids don't still love classic toys? There have been many versions of Spidey's web slinger, but this shooter has a 2-in-2 chamber that can shoot Spidey Shot Web Fluid as well as water for summer fun. It also include neat gloves that can make a great accent to a Halloween costume if you can't wait to pick it up for the kids.
Marvel Spider-man Super Web Slinger (NOW: $14.99 WAS $19.99, Walmart)
Sesame Street Love to Hug Elmo: Talking, Singing, Hugging
In honor of 50 incredible years that Sesame Street has been in our lives, there is now a super cuddly and cute talking, singing, and hugging Elmo. Just give Elmo a squeeze and he'll ask for a hug — and just give him a hug and he'll respond with a phrase, song, or kiss. The coolest part? Elmo can sing and speak in both English and Spanish!
Sesame Street Love to Hug Elmo: Talking, Singing, Hugging (NOW: $21.88 WAS: $29.82, Walmart)
Treasure X Alien Hunters Single Pack, With 12-Step Reveal
Have a kid who is obsessed with all things slime? Look no further than this gruesome (but admittedly awesome) toy. With several layers of surprises to unveil, this is the gift that keeps on giving. Luckily for mom and dad, this comes with a bag of reusable ooze so the gross fun times can keep, erm, flowing.
Treasure X Alien Hunters Single Pack, With 12-Step Reveal (NOW $12.93 WAS $14.92, Walmart)
Juno My Baby Elephant
If the kids are asking for a puppy for Christmas this year, get them this instead. Seriously, this interactive robotic toy has over 150 sounds and movements, can be trained, and can play games. Plus, no one has to worry about little accidents happening around the house.
Juno My Baby Elephant (NOW: $77 WAS: $97, Walmart)
Goliath Games Banana Blast
Kids will have a blast (no pun intended) with this game. Roll the dice to see how many bananas to take from the tree, but hope the bananas collected don't blast the monkey out of his tree. It's got nostalgic "Don't Wake Daddy" vibes and is a great game to play as a family.
Goliath Games Banana Blast (NOW: $14.88 WAS: $19.82, Walmart)
Blinger Diamond Collection Glam Styling Tool
We could all use a little extra sparkle in our lives, and believe me, this is a great way to get it. Style hair, clothes, nails, whatever kids think needs a little extra sparkle. The "bling" is easy to remove by combing or peeling off, but promise to stay "all day" until otherwise removed.
Blinger Diamond Collection Glam Styling Tool (NOW: $16.88 WAS: 19.97, Walmart)
And if the little kids love glamming themselves up, this nail stamper nail studio puts the razzle dazzle on nails like no one's business.
Cool Maker, GO GLAM Nail Stamper (NOW: $17.99 WAS: $24.97, Walmart)
furReal Cubby, the Curious Bear Interactive Plush Toy
Move over Teddy Ruxpin, this Curious Bear is here to take the interactive bear throne. This amazingly lifelike toy responds to kids with fun play and sounds during the day. And as night approaches, this bear gets "sleepy" and helps kids wind down for bed. Just take all our money.
furReal Cubby, the Curious Bear Interactive Plush Toy (NOW: $77 WAS: $97, Walmart)
Monster Jam, Official MEGA Grave Digger All-Terrain
For kids who love monster trucks, prepare to watch their eyes triple in size when they lay them on this baby. This huge remote control toy takes RC cars to a whole new level. Take this on and off-road — this toy actually has mega-sized shocks and rubber treads to tackle any elements.
Monster Jam, Official MEGA Grave Digger All-Terrain (NOW: $89 WAS: $99.99, Walmart)
Speaking of RC toys, kids are also super into this Xtreme Power Dozer which moves over all types of terrain, and can pull or push up to 200 pounds.
Xtreme Power Dozer (NOW: $48.88 WAS $54.88, Walmart)
VTech Mix & Match-a-Saurus
This toy is perfect for little ones learning to deal with their emotions and express them. This dino comes with tiles that represent three emotions (happy, angry, sleepy), three music tiles (hip-hop, marching, ballet) and three character tiles (dinosaur, robot, monster). By popping the tiles in and out of the dinosaur's spine, kids can create 27 different combinations of emotions, music styles and characters.
VTech Mix & Match-a-Saurus (NOW: $29.82 WAS: $34.73, Walmart)
Fisher-Price Bounce and Spin Interactive Puppy With Lights & Sounds
Little guys need presents too! This interactive toy will keep fidgety legs bouncing and happy as they play with rattles and are captivated by lights and sounds.
Fisher-Price Bounce and Spin Interactive Puppy with Lights & Sounds (NOW: $50.99 WAS: $54.99, Walmart)
VTech Myla the Magical Unicorn
The unicorn craze is not over. Myla the Magical Unicorn sings, dances, and sprinkles magic all over by singing with the kiddo and letting kids get their solo moment. She plays music and comes with fun interactive accessories.
Myla the Magical Unicorn (NOW: $48.82 WAS: $59.99, Walmart)
Outdoor Toys
Who says kids don't love to go outside and play? These toys are total proof that they are still into all things outdoors — if there are some cool gadgets they can use out there.
Hoverboards are still a thing, and if they love to ride around, they have some cool options this year exclusively at Walmart.
Hover-1 Maverick Hoverboard, Blue (NOW: $114 WAS: $128, Walmart)
This hover board transforms into a go-cart with a simple attachment that will have the kids outside and racing down the street for hours.
Hover-1 Kart and Ultra Electric Hoverboard w/ 6.5" Wheels and LED Lights Combo – Black (NOW: $198 WAS: $398, Walmart)
Scooters also got a major upgrade thanks to this electric-powered one. They'll be zooming off to school come spring.
Hover-1 UL Certified Electric Powered Folding Electric Scooter (NOW: $149, WAS: $299, Walmart)
Lion King 6 Volt Cub Simba Plush Ride On by Dynacraft with Jungle Den Included
Truly, being a kid has never been better. My '90s heart aches for this toy! This huge plush Simba is not just for sitting on — it actually has motorized pedals that make it zoom all over the house. It even comes with a "jungle den" to house him in when the toddler isn't riding it around.
Lion King 6 Volt Cub Simba Plush Ride On by Dynacraft with Jungle Den Included ($149, Walmart)
Harry Potter Invisibility Cloak
HP fans are going to lose it over this one. Packaged in a collectible box, this invisibility cloak really works with the help of a magic app. When paired with a phone, kids will have a blast slipping on this robe and watching themselves turn into a floating head.
Harry Potter Invisibility Cloak ($59.99, Walmart)
L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Royal Bee Fashion Doll With 20 Surprises
With 20 fashion surprises to unbox, these L.O.L. dolls are selling fast. With four girls to choose from, these fierce fashionistas are definitely going to be on any L.O.L. Girls fan's wishlist
L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Royal Bee Fashion Doll with 20 Surprises ($55.86, Walmart)
L.O.L. Surprise! 2-in-1 Glamper Fashion Camper
This is one of those toys we wish would come in IRL adult sizes. L.O.L. Dolls are clearly living the life, and this "glamper" play set is proof. Complete with 10 play areas and 55 surprises to unbox, kids will have hours of fun to uncover. Sets also come with one doll as well, so they get to add to their growing collection.
L.O.L. Surprise! 2-in-1 Glamper Fashion Camper ($99.88, Walmart)
What's in My Purse Surprise Pinkie Swear Doll Purse With Surprises
Have a little fashionista in the making? This functional purse includes a large lip gloss and cute erasers that match each doll's style. Fair warning, though: Once one is gifted, the kids are going to want to collect all three.
What's in My Purse Surprise Pinkie Swear Doll Purse with Surprises ($19.88, Walmart)
Blume Doll
Move over Hatchimals! This super fun toy is going to be the kids' next biggest obsession. Simply fill up the included watering can with tap water and pour over the special top half, and boom! The Blume Doll will begin to bloom its way out of the packaging.
Blume Doll ($9.88, Walmart)
Tic Tac Toy XOXO FRIENDS Multi Pack Surprise
This year it is ALL about the unboxing toys. Thanks to YouTube sensations, like Addy and Maya, kids can start making their own little unboxing videos. There are 12 different packs to collect, and each one contains eight surprises. This is good, because the series is already starting to sell out!
Tic Tac Toy XOXO FRIENDS Multi Pack Surprise ($9.98 to $19.98, Walmart)
Build-A-Bear Workshop Stuffing Station With Plush
Skip the crazy Build-a-Bear lines and bring the fun home. This mini shop has everything kids need to make their own plushies, including three dolls, stuffing, a "birth certificate," and a little heart wish for each one. And if the little ones just love making them, they can take them apart and remake as many times as they want!
Build-A-Bear Workshop Stuffing Station with Plush ($25, Walmart)
Nerf N-Strike Elite Trilogy DS-15 Toy Blaster with 15 Nerf Elite Darts
Chances are mom and dad likely had Nerf guns of their own. This is just proof that the classics never die. This toy comes with the blaster, five shells, and 15 darts. Just prepare to get "shot" all day long.
Nerf N-Strike Elite Trilogy DS-15 Toy Blaster with 15 Nerf Elite Darts ($34.88, Walmart)
If that isn't intense enough for a dart-obsessed tween, this Gatling belt dart will certainly do the trick. It's battery powered for extra force, making them the champ of the living room dart war every time.
Adventure Force V-Twin Motorized Gatling Belt Dart Blaster ($29.97, Walmart)
Robo Alive Ice Dragon
Little fantasy nerds in training will adore this toy. With a robotic bite and light up eyes, the Ice Dragon is a favorite among imaginative play kids. it has lifelike movements and LED lights that really make this toy stand out.
Robo Alive Ice Dragon ($19.97 to $24.97, Walmart)
Realtree 24 Volt UTV ride on
Watch them zoom off into the distance at 5 mph with this realistic ride-on UTV. With working headlights and realistic UTV sounds, kids will feel like mini monster truck drivers. And as if it weren't cool enough, it has an MP3 hook-up so kids can jam out to their favorite tunes!
Realtree 24 Volt UTV ride on ($398, Walmart)
Tech Toys
For older kids, it is all about the technology toys. And by toys we mean elaborate gaming systems they can tune parents out on. In particular, older kiddos favored some great gaming systems and accessories to enhance game play. Before scoffing at it, just remember, there are professional game players now and the kid could be well on their way to a scholarship. Just sayin'.
Razer Kraken 2019 (Green) ($59.99, Walmart)
Nintendo Switch Console with Neon Blue & Red Joy-Con ($299, Walmart)
Microsoft Xbox One S 1TB Forza Horizon 4 Bundle (Price unavailable)
HP Pavilion Gaming Laptop ($749, Walmart)
Razer Cynosa Chroma Gaming Keyboard ($35.95, Walmart)
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