Presley Bo TylerShreveport Times
Sept. 8, 2026, 1:22 p.m. CT
Christmas shopping can be stressful, especially when it comes to shopping for the perfect toy and finding it sold out.
To relieve that stress, you may be thinking about getting an early jump on shopping for gifts.
In order to help, The Toy Insider has compiled a list of the hottest toys that are available now that children will love.
Hottest toys for Christmas 2026
The Toy Insider’s list includes the coolest toys, playsets and games, with age ranges from three to 18. Here are the top nine toys from that list.
1. Qubitunes
Qubitunes is an interactive audio stage that provides a fun audio experience without screens and children can mix and match the audio they want to listen to, ranging from farm noises to full orchestras, says The Toy Insider. The toy is priced at $129.99 and is for ages three and up. This toy can be purchased at Target, on Amazon or from Qubs Toys.
2. Story Creator
Story Creator is a screen-free, multi-sensory creative tool that transforms drawings into narratives using children’s own voices, with the ability to record up to 15 minutes. This toy works with any drawing and Crayola tools. Story Creator costs $34.99 and is for ages five and up. The toy can be bought at Walmart, as well as on Amazon and Crayola’s website.
3. Peekimo
Peekimo is an interactive toy that children can play games, feed them, take them to the bathroom and keep them warm when they get cold. Peekimo’s come with a touch sensor, an LED light that communicates Peekii’s mood and a microphone for children to talk with it. This toy is for ages five and up and costs $24.99. You can purchase a Peekimo at Walmart, Target and on Amazon.
4. Tamagotchi Paradise: Orange Tropics & White Glacier
Tamagotchi Paradise: Orange Tropics & White Glacier are two designs that are the latest additions to the Tamagotchi Paradise collection. These two new designs feature new areas to explore, wider fields for more Tamas and toys, as well as new minigames to play with virtual pets This toy is for ages six and up and costs around $44.38. You can shop for Tamagotchi Paradise at Best Buy, Walmart and on Amazon
5. Nerf KPop Demon Hunters Mira’s Moon Sword
Nerf KPop Demon Hunters Mira’s Moon Sword is a 36-inch sword inspired by the accessory used by the character Mira in the film “KPop Demon Hunters.” The toy has a foam blade with pearlescent decoration, a plastic core and plastic hilt. Mira’s Moon Sword is for ages six and up and costs $19.99. This toy can be bought at Walmart, Target and Kohl’s.
6. Nerf KPop Demon Hunters Rumi’s Sword
Nerf KPop Demon Hunters Zoey’s Blades is a 24-inch sword inspired by the accessory used by the character Rumi in “KPop Demon Hunters.” Like the moon sword, this toy has a foam blade with a pearlescent finish, a plastic core and plastic hilt. Rumi’s Sword is for ages six and up and is priced at $14.99. The toy can also be found at Walmart, Target and Kohl’s.
7. Nerf KPop Demon Hunters Zoey’s Blades
Nerf KPop Demon Hunters Zoey’s Blades are inspired by Zoey’s accessory in the film “KPop Demon Hunters.” This toy features three foam blades that measure eight inches long and have a pearlescent finish. The toy costs $9.99 and is for ages six and up. You can find Zoey’s Blades at Walmart, Kohl’s and Best Buy.
8. Purrfect Pitch Karaoke
Purrfect Pitch Karaoke is a karaoke machine that features a voice-changing microphone and rainbow lights. You can connect your phone to this toy and play all kinds of music. This toy is priced at $19.99 and is for ages three and up. Purrfect Pitch Karaoke can be purchased at Target.
9. Gui Gui Fruity Glow
Fruity Glow Gui Gui Slimes features 13 slimes to collect and children can discover new ‘Jelli’ and crunch textures, as well as popular ones like cloud, butter, clear and gloss. These slimes deliver the full ASMR experience, with unique combinations of scents, charms, beauty-inspired tools and figurines, says The Toy Insider. Fruity Glow Gui Gui Slimes are for ages six and up and cost $9.99 for a single pack and $4.99 for a mini. This toy can be found at Target, Walmart and on Amazon.
Presley Bo Tyler is the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team reporter for USA Today Network. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@USATodayCo.com
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