Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined MyPHL 17 in Philadelphia to talk about the hot toys kids will be asking for this summer. 

For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.


FISHER-PRICE FRIENDSHIP FOREST LIGHT-UP CAMPFIRE

Baby can gather ‘round for exciting, outdoor-themed sensory play with the Friendship Forest Light-Up Campfire toy from Fisher-Price. Styled like a cozy campfire, this interactive toy features crinkly fabric “flames” that light up, a wobbly roly-poly base, and engaging sensory activities all around for little campers to explore. Look for additional Friendship Forest toys from…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $16.97
  • Age:
  • 6 MOS.+

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Battery Requirements

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  • Type:
  • AA
  • Quantity:
  • 2

MAXX BUBBLES DANCING CHICK BUBBLE BLOWER

This interactive bubble machine flaps its wings, spins, and blows bubbles. It features obstacle-avoidance technology that allows it to turn and move around objects, keeping play continuous and worry-free.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $9.97 to $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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Battery Requirements

Duracell is the official battery partner of The Toy Insider.
  • Type:
  • AA
  • Quantity:
  • 4

KOOSH AMERICANA KORNHOLE

This summer, Koosh is joining the party in red, white, and blue! The Koosh Americana Collection brings the beloved, iconic play experience that has delighted generations into a whole new light. Whether you’re hosting a backyard bash, heading to the beach, or just soaking up the sun at home, this collection has something for every…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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PLAYMOBIL ICE CREAM TRUCK WITH SURF SHOP

With its retro design, removable roof, opening side flap, and rotating sign, this truck is packed with summer-themed surprises. Kids can pretend to scoop and serve ice cream, then switch gears to rent out surfboards and snorkels. The detailed interior includes a removable counter, cone holders, and storage shelves.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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GIANT COLOR STACK

With more than 50 challenges, players race against other players or the clock to build different towers with this jumbo stacking set. Starting with colored patterns from levels easy to hard, players aim to arrange the rings into stacks featuring solid colors only.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $69.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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About the author

Bill Reese

Bill Reese

Bill Reese is Director of Operations at Adventure Media & Events, where he's worked since 2014. A proud and profoundly weird graduate of SUNY Purchase, he spends most weekends rooting for the New York Red Bulls pro soccer team and making subway systems out of Brio trains with his little boy Jonah. ↙️↙️↙️

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