social responsibility trend
We’re living in a time when we’re learning how to educate our kids to be more socially responsible — and that’s definitely reflected in the toy aisles. Whether they’re teaching kids to care for others through inclusivity and kindness or to care for the planet through sustainability, these toys will encourage kids to make the world a better place for a brighter tomorrow. For more toys we love, check out our full Holiday Gift Guide

TOYS WE LOVE


KINDNESS CLUB DOLL

This line of seven 14-inch dolls in three different skin tones feature girls that strive to make the world a better place through caring and respect. The dolls feature molded, posable bodies, rooted hair with a colorful highlight, and realistic fixed eyes. They also come with a comb and a brush.

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  • MSRP:
  • $49.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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RESCUE TAILS ADOPTABLE PETS

Each soft, huggable, interactive dog wags its tail, nods its head, and makes realistic puppy sounds. Choose from Dalmatian, Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, or German Shepherd. Each pet includes a wipe-away tear, customizable doghouse, collar, and adoption papers. Each soft, huggable, interactive dog wags its tail, nods its head, and makes realistic puppy sounds. Choose from…

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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REAL RIGS RECYCLING TRUCK BY KID TRAX

This ride-on features more than 100 sound effects and songs, nine recyclable accessories, Power Trax rubber traction strip tires, and push-button acceleration to go up to 1.5 mph.

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  • MSRP:
  • $199.00
  • Age:
  • 3+

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ZOE

This 18-inch doll's hair is specially designed with curl power. Kids can wash it with real products and style it in different ways, such as puffs and box braids. Zoe empowers kids to learn to love the hair they're born with. This 18-inch doll's hair is specially designed with curl power. Kids can wash it…

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  • MSRP:
  • $79.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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THEO THE THERAPY DOG

Designed to help kids feel secure in stressful situations, this plush dog weighs 2.5 pounds and features a hot/cold pack and a lavender scent. Kids can lay Theo across their lap or shoulders. Designed to help kids feel secure in stressful situations, this plush dog weighs 2.5 pounds and features a hot/cold pack and a…

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  • MSRP:
  • $49.95
  • Age:
  • 3+

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GEOMAG 100% RECYCLED PANELS 114 PIECE

This set includes magnetic rods and panels made using 100% recycled plastic as well as metal spheres. It also features a practical, durable pocket-sized storage box also in 100% recycled plastic.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $79.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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LEGO DUPLO MODULAR PLAYHOUSE

Teach toddlers about everyday life with this modular set that kids can build as either a tower or a residential house. Includes parent and child figures, a pet dog figure, and accessories. Teach toddlers about everyday life with this modular set that kids can build as either a tower or a residential house. Includes parent…

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  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 2+

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BLIPPI RECYCLING TRUCK

This colorful truck features sounds, seven Blippi phrases, and a working lever to collect bins and dispose of the pretend trash. Comes with an exclusive Blippi figure. This colorful truck features sounds, seven Blippi phrases, and a working lever to collect bins and dispose of the pretend trash. Comes with an exclusive Blippi figure.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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COLORS OF THE WORLD SKIN TONE CRAYONS — 24 COUNT

Kids can represent themselves and the world around them with newly formulated colors that reflect more than 40 global skin tone shades with authentic color names. Skin tone colors range from “extra light” to “deepest” and encompass three undertones: rose, almond, and golden. Kids can represent themselves and the world around them with newly formulated…

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  • MSRP:
  • $2.49
  • Age:
  • 3+

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AMERICAN GIRL OF THE YEAR: JOSS

Joss is a fierce surfer girl who never backs down from a challenge and trying something new, like trying out for cheer. The doll includes a paperback book that tells her story and a hearing aid that comes with a carrying case and a brush. Joss is a fierce surfer girl who never backs down…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $30-$140
  • Age:
  • 8+

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About the author

Ali Mierzejewski

Ali Mierzejewski

Ali Mierzejewski is the editor-in-chief at The Toy Insider and The Pop Insider. With more than a decade of industry experience, Ali is a trusted source for parents, gift-givers, manufacturers, retailers, and more on the latest trends and hottest products. Whether you’re shopping for the best toys for kids — or looking for the latest in geek culture and entertainment for yourself — Ali’s expertise has you covered. When she’s not building LEGO sets or unwinding with a puzzle, Ali is obsessing over the latest season of The Bachelor, scrolling through Gritty’s Twitter, or rewatching The West Wing (for the 100th time). She is also a self-proclaimed expert on the history and lore of the entire Bachelor franchise. Ali has been featured on TODAY, The Wendy Williams Show, Yahoo Finance, Fox & Friends, HLN, The Weather Channel, ABC World News Now, and more. You can follow her on Instagram @hashtagtrendy.

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