Holiday Toy Guide Presenting Part Two of this season’s round-up of kidtested toys. And guess what? We’re giving more away! Turn to page 6 for details on how to enter. Find our complete list of the 100 Hottest Holiday Toys, plus games, books and more at www.sandiegofamily.com/for-the-kids/kid-tested-toy-product-review. Find our round-up of Holiday Toys for Kids of All Abilities at www.SNRFSD.org.
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Flashback BMX Style Kick Scooter $139.99; 8+ Razor.com Razor pays homage to the early days of BMX and the company’s Californian heritage with the retro-inspired Flashback Scooter. Features 12” mag wheels with air-filled tires, dual hand brakes, large deck and a smooth ride. Max weight: 220 lbs.
CastAway Fishing Game $54.99; 3+ CastAwayGame.com Improve casting ability in your favorite outdoor space! Includes an inflatable gameboard, lures, tackle box and carrying case. Need a pump or poles? Check website for options. “One of the most unique and fun toys I’ve seen,” says dad Rick. “The lure connects to the board with Velcro, then reel it in and try again.”
Get Well Doctor Activity Center $173.94; 3+ MelissaAndDoug.com Kids love role-playing visits to the doctor with this multi-sided wooden see p. 6 activity center from wildly popular Melissa & Doug. Whether they pretend to be a patient, doctor, receptionist or nurse, empathetic and imaginative play is encouraged. Includes a seat, clock, reusable patient file, wooden phone, sink, blood pressure monitor, eye chart and more. Lite-Brite Oval HD $19.99; 4+ Target.com Bring designs to life with the modernized, high-definition version of everyone’s favorite Lite-Brite! Includes eight templates, 650 pegs, three color-changing modes and two animation settings. “It’s nostalgic, artistic and fun,” says mom Jacque. “One design kept all my boys (ages 9, 7 and 4) busy and happy for 45 minutes.”
Carrera Racing System MarioKart GO! $69.99; 5+ Target.com MarioKart characters are making a comeback! Build a customizable track, race at high speeds, and watch your favorite characters come to life! Spend screen-free time together with the family while enjoying the nostalgia of Mario and friends. “They go really fast!” says 6-year-old Sam.
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Dr. Seuss Merry Grinchmas! $19.99; 5+ FunkoGames.com Perfect for family game night! Everyone (up to six players) works together to make the Whos’ holiday dreams come true by collecting more points than the Grinch. “The kids like that everyone is a team against the Grinch,” says mom Jacque.
Find more great games at www.sandiegofamily.com/for-thekids/kid-tested-toy-product-review.
