The Toy Retailers Association has announced its list of which toys will be the most sought after this Christmas.
Gary Grant, chair of the DreamToys selection committee, sees toys as an essential part of Christmas: “2020 has been a challenging year for all, but toys have entertained and educated many during lockdown. This year’s list represents a mixture of those toys which have kept families company during these difficult times, and innovation which will impress under the tree. We hope toys will continue to bring joy to all families over the festive period – as they have always done.”
This year’s full list contains familiar names, with Barbie, Peppa Pig and Paw Control returning as favourites amongst new toys, such as Fifi the Flossing Sloth, Windy Knickers and Squishmallows. Family favourites Scrabble, UNO and Cluedo also make an appearance in time for this year’s festive fun.
There are seven categories this year, each designed to highlight the wildly different and varied types of play that children can take part in. The categories are:
Dolled Up
Barbie Colour Reveal Mermaid Doll Assortment, Mattel Toys, £19.99
Cocomelon Bedtime JJ Doll, Bandai, £24.99
FailFix Epic Colour ‘N’ Style Makeover Pack, Moose Toys, £29.99
Hatchimals Pixies Crystal Flyers Assortment, Spin Master Toys, £34.99
Kindi Kids Shiver ‘n’ Shake Rainbow Kate, Moose Toys, £39.99
L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Remix 4-in-1 Plane Playset, MGA Entertainment £89.99
L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Remix Fashion Doll Asst, MGA Entertainment £39.99
Luvabella Mealtime Magic, Spin Master Toys, £64.99
Crafty Kids
Aquabeads Star Bead Studio, Epoch Making Toys, £14.99
Cool Maker Go Glam Nail Salon Stamper, Spin Master Toys, £24.99
DOTS Rainbow Jewellery Stand Set, LEGO, £12.99
Friends Jungle Rescue Base, LEGO, £74.99
Gemex Deluxe Creation Station, John Adams, £29.99
Kidizoom Studio, VTech Electronics, £49.99
Stuff A Loons Maker Station, Character Options, £19.99
The Original Spirograph Design Set Boxed, Flair Leisure Products, £9.99
Licensed To Thrill
Fortnite Battle Bus, Jazwares, £49.99
Harry Potter Hedwig, LEGO, £34.99
Jurassic World Epic Roarin’ T-Rex, Mattel Toys, £49.99
Marvel Bend and Flex (Asst), Hasbro, £9.99
Peppa Pig Peppa’s Shopping Centre, Character Options, £39.99
Pokémon Carry Case Playset, Character Options, £39.99
Star Wars 501st Legion Clone Troopers Set, LEGO, £24.99
Star Wars The Mandalorian – The Child “Baby Yoda”, Mattel Toys, £29.99
Super Mario Adventures With Mario Starter Course, LEGO, £49.99
Animal Farm
Fifi the Flossing Sloth, Zuru, £24.99
Hey Duggee Voice Activated Smart Duggee, Golden Bear, £34.99
Little Live Pets Gotta Go Flamingo, Character Options, £32.99
Present Pets (Asst), Spin Master Toys, £54.99
Rainbocorns Wild Heart Surprise, Zuru, £24.99
Smashers Dino Ice Age Surprise Egg, Zuru, £24.99
Squeakee The Interactive Balloon Dog, Character Options, £59.99
Sylvanian Families Adventure Tree House, Epoch Making Toys, £49.99
Lockdown Showdown
Puzzles – Ravensburger, Clementoni, Gibsons Various N/A
Cluedo Liars Edition Board Game, Hasbro, £21.99
Dobble, Asmodee, £12.99
Monopoly For Sore Losers, Hasbro, £22.99
NERF Ultra One Motorised Blaster, Hasbro, £49.99
Pensilly, Character Options, £19.99
Pop Up Pirate, Tomy UK, £14.99
Scrabble, Matte,l £19.99
Super Mario Blow Up Shaky Tower, Epoch Making Toys, £19.99
UNO Showdown, Mattel Toys £19.99
Windy Knickers Board Game, John Adams, £22.99
Tiny Treats
5 Surprise Mini Brands Mystery Capsule, Zuru, £6.99
Bright Fairy Friends, Funrise Toys, £12.99
Heroes of Goo Jit Zu, Character Option,s £9.99
L.O.L. Surprise! Remix Hair Flip Doll, MGA Entertainment, £18.99
Rubik’s 3 x 3 Metallic Anniversary Cube, John Adams, £14.99
Squishmallows 7.5” – Squad 4 Asst, Jazwares, £6.99
Awesome Automobiles
Back To The Future DeLorean, Playmobil, £49.99
Barbie 3-in-1 DreamCamper, Mattel Toys, £84.99
Hot Wheels Sky Crash Tower Playset, Mattel Toys, £54.99
Laser Battle Hunters Vehicle, Character Options, £59.99
Micro Machines World Super Van City, Jazwares, £49.99
Paw Patrol Dino Rescue Deluxe Vehicle Spin Master Toys £14.99
PAW Patrol Dino Rescue Dino Patroller, Spin Master Toys, £64.99
Technic Fast & Furious Dom’s Dodge Charger Car, LEGO, £89.99
Toot-Toot Drivers Twist & Race Tower, VTech Electronics, £39.99
A survey of 2,000 UK parents with young children (aged 10 or under), conducted by OnePoll on behalf of the Toy Retailers Association, has shown that this year has led to not only increased time playing with toys but also to parents growing closer with their children.
When asked if their children had played more with toys this year, 46% of parents said that this had been the case and that it was a result of lockdown. 56% of parents stated that they have spent more time playing with their children this year, and a striking 88% of those said that the increased playtime had resulted in them growing closer to their children.
As Christmas approaches, toys seemingly remain at the forefront of children’s minds with 86% of parents saying that their children either already have requested or are expected to ask for toys this Christmas. 82% of parents said that they planned on buying toys this Christmas for their children, demonstrating that they remain the go-to gift for children across the country.
