Plush toys are often one of the most memorable staples of childhood — and this year, they are hot, hot, HOT for kids of all ages. Stuffed animals, collectibles, and plushies in all shapes and sizes are topping wish lists this year.

Check out our favorite plushie pals below, and for more toys your kids’ll love, see our full Holiday Gift Guide!


BUMBUMZ

Kids can collect these 7.5-inch, super-soft, collectible plush in different themes, including retro, sports, food, and more.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $8.99 EACH
  • Age:
  • 3+

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BUMPAS

These 2.5-pound weighted plush create deep pressure stimulation to help promote a sense of security, reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep quality, and create a calming effect.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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CARE BEARS SEQUIN CHEER BEAR

This limited-edition, medium-size plush features a glittery rainbow belly badge and rainbow sequins. Kids can snuggle up to this sparkly plush pal and spread its message of cheer.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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EMOTIONAL SUPPORT FRIES

Kids can cuddle these plush fries, share them with friends and family, or hand one over to communicate exactly how they are feeling. Plus, these cuties are easy to remove, rearrange, and return to the carton.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $16.99
  • Age:
  • 0+

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FLUFFIE STUFFIEZ

Pull, reveal, and stuff a second bestie with Fluffie Stuffiez! | Source: MGA Entertainment

Fluffie Stuffiez are available in several different shapes, including cloud. | Source: MGA Entertainment

Fluffie Stuffiez come with a reusable, sealable bag that turns all the extra fluff into a second Stuffiez. | Source: MGA Entertainment

MGA's Fluffie Stuffiez are available in two sizes. | Source: MGA Entertainment

Remove the outer layer of fluff to discover the character hiding underneath. The packaging doubles as storage for the removed fluff and becomes a second plush toy. Available in six small and four large styles.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $14.99-29.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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GUND SUSTAINABLY SOFT PLUSH

Each friend in this line is crafted with recycled plush, fiber fill, thread, and pre-consumer recycled beads. They are also adorned with baby-safe accessories, such as cream-colored bows and soft bandanas.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $20
  • Age:
  • 0+

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SNACKLES SUPER SIZED 14-INCH SNACKLES

Satisfy cuddle cravings with these 14-inch plush. Each comes with an origin story comic to tell kids how their Snackle fell in love with its snack. Ranging in styles from Tabasco to Hershey's, there are 11 Super Sized Snackles to collect.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99 EACH
  • Age:
  • 3+

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SQUISHMALLOWS

Kids can collect a growing assortment of ultra-soft Squishmallows characters, each with its own name and personality. New characters join the Squishmallows squad each month, ranging in size from 2-24 inches.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $5.99-39.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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TEETURTLE PLUSHIE TOTE BAGS

These TeeTurtle plushies have a secret tote bag hiding inside. Open the velcro storage pouch on the bottom of the plushie to find a matching printed bag.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $20
  • Age:
  • 0+

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VS WORLD COWS VS ALIENS

These udderly cute bean-bag plush collectible characters feature cows in vibrant and whimsical designs and aliens (poorly) disguised as people. Kids can collect Alvis the Elvis Impersonator, Panda-moo-nium, and many more.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $4.99-7.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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For more top toy picks for kids of all ages, check out The Toy Insider’s annual Holiday Gift Guide, and find the perfect gift using our Perfect Present Wizard!

About the author

Maggie Dougherty

Maggie Dougherty

Maggie Dougherty is an editorial intern at Adventure Media & Events. She is a senior at Iona University in New Rochelle, New York, where she studies digital media and production. In her free time, Maggie can be found watching Conan O’Brien videos on YouTube, reading biographies of Lyndon B. Johnson, or listening to the Succession soundtrack.

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