Christmas 2020: Top 12 dream toys to get kids as holiday presents
.Retailers are urging parents not to wait for the last minute to shop.
The Toy Retailers Association has released its list of top toys for Christmas 2020 today . This year's Dream Toys Top 12 list was born from a survey of 2,000 parents with kids under the age of 10. The survey showed that parents now spend more quality time playing with their children in the wake of school closures and working from home brought on by the lockdown.
With the restrictions in place, window shopping for toys and doing the mad Christmas rush in stores will be harder. This has retailers pondering what could bring extra cheer to kids this year. Retailers have also expressed rising concerns on supply and demand issues as holidays draw nearer.
Gary Grant, chair of the Dream Toys selection committee said, "We implore consumers not to leave their Christmas shopping to the final few weeks of the year. Due to Covid-19 restrictions across the country, retailers will simply not be able to service as many people in store due to social distancing."
"In addition, couriers are already overloaded and will struggle to meet the demand to get presents to people before Christmas. Added to this is the limited availability of stock compared to previous years; our advice is to shop early to avoid missing out," Grant explained.
This year's long list of Dream Toys comes from a predicted set of classic "slow play" toys and games that have kept families entertained for hours during the lockdown. Some of the toys that have made it back onto the play mat and into the top 12 list include Lego, Barbie and Monopoly which have now taken the place of the "fast sell" toys of 2019.
Selected by a panel of retailers and industry experts, the Dream Toys list is independent of toy manufacturers and makers.
This year's unranked Top 12 Dream Toys for Christmas 2020 :
1. Laser Battle Hunter's Vehicle : Battling full function RC vehicles that move forward, reverse, spin and turn at super-fast speeds. Retail price : £59.99
Get ready for the next generation of radio-controlled ultimate combat vehicles – Laser Battle Hunters by @CharacterToysUK! Battling full function RC vehicles that move forward, reverse, spin and turn at super-fast speeds. #DreamToys20 pic.twitter.com/DjSJ7Fqpr5
— DreamToys (@DreamToysUK) October 28, 2020
2. LEGO Harry Potter Hedwig: Retail price : £ 34.99
Bring the magical personality and elegant movement of Hedwigâ„¢, the celebrated snowy owl from the Harry Potterâ„¢ movies, to life. This collectible Harry Potter Hedwig display toy from @LEGO_Group offers a rewarding building experience #DreamToys20 pic.twitter.com/9kYU3UVwRw
— DreamToys (@DreamToysUK) October 28, 2020
3. Monopoly for Sore Losers : Retail price £22.99
Say goodbye to the frustration of losing while playing Monopoly, and say hello to the Monopoly For Sore Losers board game by @Hasbro. This hilarious twist on the classic game turns losing on its head and celebrates it instead! #DreamToys20 pic.twitter.com/93Iec7NXJj
— DreamToys (@DreamToysUK) October 28, 2020
4. Present Pets ( Assortment ) : Retail Price £54.99
Discover Present Pets by @SpinMaster, the only gifts that unbox themselves. With two themes and one of two possible pets in every box, you won’t know who’s inside until it unboxes itself #DreamToys20 pic.twitter.com/GCmSd8Ryjs
— DreamToys (@DreamToysUK) October 28, 2020
5. Surprise Mini Brands Mystery Capsule : Retail Price £6.99
Unwrap, peel, and reveal your very own REAL miniature collectibles with 5 Surprise Mini Brands from @ZURUToys. Brands include Birds Eye Fish Fingers, Aunt Bessies Yorkshire Puddings, Mentos Gum, and Corsodyl Toothpaste.#DreamToys20 pic.twitter.com/lFxmsobGet
— DreamToys (@DreamToysUK) October 28, 2020
6. LEGO Super Mario Adventures with Mario Starter Course : Retail Price £29.99
Kids can team up with their favourite character in the real world with this LEGO® Super Mario™ Adventures with Mario Starter Course by @LEGO_Group #DreamToys20 pic.twitter.com/lB2cuk9f2F
— DreamToys (@DreamToysUK) October 28, 2020
7. Peppa Pig Peppa's Shopping Centre : Retail Price £39.99
Go shopping crazy with this feature filled Peppa Pig Playset by@CharacterToysUK for endless shopping fun! With real microphone and sound effects, working lift, and lots of accessories! #DreamToys20 pic.twitter.com/yCcfQwWiZy
— DreamToys (@DreamToysUK) October 28, 2020
8. Paw Patrol Dino Rescue Dino Patroller : Retail Price £64.99
Saving the day is more adventurous than ever with the Dino Patroller by makers @SpinMaster, with the first-ever motorised PAW Patrol team vehicle! #DreamToys2020 pic.twitter.com/7qxxv2zYmj
— DreamToys (@DreamToysUK) October 28, 2020
9. LOL Surprise Remix Fashion Doll : Retail Price £39.99
L.O.L. Surprise! Remix O.M.G. Fashion Dolls by @MGAEnt rule the runway with 25 music-themed surprises and mix and match fashions #DreamToys2020 pic.twitter.com/Qmb30NjxwK
— DreamToys (@DreamToysUK) October 28, 2020
10. Pokemon Carry Case Playset : Retail Price £39.99
Bring the world of Pokémon to life with the Carry Case Playset by @CharacterToysUK. Re-enact your very own Pokémon Battles and explore the Pokémon world #DreamToys20 pic.twitter.com/ebdzqM4lON
— DreamToys (@DreamToysUK) October 28, 2020
11. Barbie 3-1 Dream Camper : Retail Price £84.99
Barbie® 3-in-1 DreamCamper™ by @Mattel encourages young minds to explore outdoor adventures and bring their travel dreams to life! #DreamToys2020 pic.twitter.com/qork7ZJjyY
— DreamToys (@DreamToysUK) October 28, 2020
12. Star Wars Mandalorian : The Child Baby Yoda Retail Price £29.99
This 11-inch The Child plush toy from @Mattel will capture the hearts of Star Wars fans everywhere! The adorable figure with green skin, big ears and large eyes resembles a baby Yoda but is referred to as The Child #DreamToys20 pic.twitter.com/k0wbv99j8R
— DreamToys (@DreamToysUK) October 28, 2020
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