Buying gifts for big kids can be challenging.
And 8-year-old can feel torn between interests as they’re not little anymore, yet they’re not quite a tween. Some may still enjoy playing in the worlds of their favorite on-screen characters, while others might take an inquisitive look at the world around them. Active play is super important while hands-on engagement and gaming can foster relationships with others and help kids hone their social skills. Meanwhile, an interest in “toys” may shift toward “collectibles” as kids find themselves on the cusp of fashion and fandom.
With those things in mind, your friends here at The Toy Insider have some ideas to make giving a little bit easier this holiday season! Below you’ll find 30 hot toys and games for the 8-year-old on your holiday shopping list. And if you have more shopping to do, be sure to consult our 19th annual Holiday Gift Guide for hundreds of ideas from established and emerging toy and game makers!
BILL NYE’S XTREME WEATHER LAB VR
With Bill Nye’s Xtreme Weather Lab VR, kids can immerse themselves in nine thrilling VR experiences, bearing witness to and learning about extreme weather events like hurricanes, thunderstorms, and more. It also includes an interactive 40-page book.
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EASTPOINT SPORTS PREMIUM AXE THROW TARGET GAME
Grab your safety axe, take aim at the target, and go for the bullseye! This heavy-duty axe throwing target can be set up in the grass, sand, or pavement and is perfect for playing at the beach, park, or in the backyard. STURDY STEEL FRAME: The target frame stands over 5 feet tall and is…
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THING RC
Straight from the series Wednesday, the life-size Thing RC has a soft plastic feel, realistic paint, and gray stitching. Kids can make it move forward, backward, and turn side to side.
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SAY YES! ALPHABET BEAD BRACELET SET
Kids can use more than 1,000 colorful, assorted beads to create friendship bracelets with different messages to wear and share with friends.
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MGA’S MINIVERSE MAKE IT MINI SPA
These mystery ball-shaped capsules feature real working spa items in mini form. Each contains mixing powders, scented oil, a mixing bowl, molds, a loofa, a crate, and a spa caddy to make four bath bombs, two sugar scrubs, and a soap bar that can be divded into smaller soaps. The capsule doubles as a bathtub…
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SUPER MARIO PARTY JAMBOREE
Join Mario and friends at an island resort, where players will explore five new gameboards and enjoy more than 110 mini games in the latest Super Mario Party jaunt.
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STUMBLE GUYS (SERIES 2) ARTICULATED ACTION FIGURES 1-PACK WINDOW BOX
Unbox the excitement with Stumble Guys Series 2 Action Figures. There are four new styles of 4.5-inch figures for kids to collect, each with exclusive stickers. The captivating characters in Series 2 include Robot Guy, Dusk Dragon, Boxing Roo, and Golden Sensei. Don’t miss out on stocking these must-have figures from the mega-popular video game.…
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Available Fall 2024
HERO: SOUND-SENSING ROBOT
This 100-piece, buildable, sound-sensing robot comes complete with three directional microphones that kids can use to direct Hero to dance, follow them around, and more.
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SONIC CHARGERS FIRE HAWK
Create dynamic aerial stunts with the Fire Hawk Sonic Charger by LumiTek Flight. The Fire Hawk flies indoors or out and has three flying modes: 15-second, 30-second, or no-limit flight modes. Get up to 30 flights on one charge (varies on flight mode). Super bright LED lights for spectacular night flights! Includes one Sonic Charger,…
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KOOSH SLINGSHOT
With a simple load, pull, and launch, kids can use this easy-to-use slingshot to send the three included mini Koosh balls soaring up to 50 feet or more. It features an easy-to-grip-and-aim handle that also stores the Koosh balls when playtime is over.
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POKÉMON TCG: STELLAR CROWN ELITE TRAINER BOX
In the newest Pokémon TCG expansion, trainers will meet the Legendary Pokémon Terapagos and other fan-favorites in their Tera Stellar ex forms.
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STAR WARS MICRO GALAXY SQUADRON GHOST (SECRET MISSION)
This Amazon exclusive bundle includes four unique starships: The 15-inch Ghost (Secret Mission) with motion- and button-activated lights, battle damage scoring, and unique interior deco, 6-inch Phantom Shuttle, 7.5-inch Gold Leader's Y-Wing, and 7.5-inch Gold Three's Y-Wing with exclusive deco. The three smaller ships can securely dock with the Ghost with the Y-wings attached to…
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GODZILLA 6-INCH VINYL FIGURES
The Movie Monster Series line is set to feature Godzilla 1954, Mecha Godzilla 1974, Godzilla 2023, Godzilla 1991, and King Gidorah 1991. Each figure is crafted from soft vinyl and features artistic detail inspired by the franchise’s Japanese heritage.
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NERF N SERIES INFINITE
A high-performance blaster, the NERF N Series Infinite features a removable battle belt with a 40-dart capacity. The pump-action blaster comes with 80 NERF N1 foam darts.
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SCRABBLE SPANISH EDITION
¡Vamos a jugar! The classic word game is now available in Spanish, featuring 103 wooden letter tiles, four wooden tile racks, and a bag full of letters.
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THE SIMPSONS LIVING ROOM DIORAMA SET
This set will make you feel like you're a part of the Simpsons family! With this interactive diorama, fans of all ages can re-create some of the show’s most iconic gags. It has multiple interactive components, including a seat cushion eject, a lenticular TV, and a rug with movable pegs.
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DISNEY DESCENDANTS: THE RISE OF THE RED QUEEN OF CHARMS STORYBOOK AND DIY BRACELET KIT
This kit has everything kids need to create four bracelets inspired by the characters in Descendants: The Rise of the Red Queen. The set also comes with a 40-page storybook that explores the history of Auradon Prep and the Queen of Hearts.
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XOX KWEENIE
Kids can unbox 26 colorful characters, each with its own holographic collector card depicting its personality. xox Kweenies encourage confidence and are weighted with beads, liquid, and more.
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LEGO SONIC THE HEDGEHOG: SUPER SONIC VS. EGG DRILLSTER
This 590-piece set includes minifigures of Super Sonic, Dr. Eggman, and Shadow. Builders can load Super Sonic into the speed sphere, battle Dr. Eggman and his Egg Drillster, and add Shadow to the mix!
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THE ORIGINAL SPIROGRAPH SHRINK CHARMS
This set combines the fun of Spirograph with the ability to craft unique jewelry. Use pre-made designs or create unique art on included plastic sheets that quickly shrink in the oven. Makes 25 pieces of jewelry.
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BEYBLADE X XTREME BATTLE SET
Designed for Beyblade beginners, this battle set includes a Beystadium, two right-spinning tops in red and blue, and two launchers with ripcords.
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EMOTIONAL SUPPORT CRINKLE FRIES
What’s more comforting than french fries? These plush crinkle fries each have a different face designed to support kids’ emotional development.
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HELLO BLINK STICKER MAKER
This Bluetooth-enabled thermal printer lets kids print their own stickers — no ink required. Download the app, upload custom designs, and print customizable, black-and-white stickers that kids can color in.
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MINECRAFT INVENTORY CHEST SERIES ONE: BIOME DISCOVERIES
These Minecraft inventory chests include four slots and four unique items from in-game biomes. Each item is designed to stand freely or be showcased in their slots. Series 1 features four chests.
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MEGA CYBORG HYDRO BLASTER
Kids can build a wearable water blaster and press the trigger to shoot streams of water. The set can turn into five different shapes: Gripper Claw, Shield, Sword, Crossbow, and Boomerang.
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MONOPOLY: WICKED
Explore the land of Oz in this Wicked-themed Monopoly! This green-and-gold board features properties like Shiz University, Elphaba and Glinda’s Dorm Room, the Ozdust Ballroom, and the Wizard’s Throne Room. Players use iconic golden tokens to travel through Oz.
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PICKLEBALL BLAST
Pickleball Blast puts a new spin on the sport with a board game-size tabletop court and a net with an attached Screamin’ Pickle launcher. Using the thumb-powered pickleball paddles, players send the Pickle play piece soaring and try to flip the pickle lids at the other end of the court.
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WORLD’S SMALLEST HOT WHEELS SERIES 9
Kids can collect a variety of cars including Double Vision, Peeping Bomb, and Splittin’ Image. Each car is made of die-cast metal, has working wheels, and comes on a replica of a vintage package.
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SW/CH BOARD
With slide-and-ride technology, kids can swap their skate setup in seconds. There are four options to choose from whether kids want to ride on flat ground, hills, indoors, or just hone their balance.
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Available Fall 2024
