Toy Insider and Toy Book Senior Editor James Zahn stopped by Fox 32 in Chicago to show off some of the hottest toys of the holiday season. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best toys of the holiday season, be sure to check our complete Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide.

TINY TUKKINS PLAYHOUSE

Kids can play house by dressing up the mice characters, including mom, dad, and baby; hanging laundry in the wardrobe; tucking the baby into the crib; and nestling the parents into bed with soft blankets. Kids can play house by dressing up the mice characters, including mom, dad, and baby; hanging laundry in the wardrobe;…

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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SPIDER-MAN LASER TAG BLASTERS

This set comes with two laser tag blasters, each equipped with three modes that have different damage, range, and reload times. The infrared receiver tracks and registers the blasts. Kids can add additional units for even larger battles.

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  • MSRP:
  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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SCATTERGORIES, 30TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION

The game of Scattergories returns with the components and categories from the original game. The mechanical timer has three different settings so players can choose the difficulty level for each game. The game of Scattergories returns with the components and categories from the original game. The mechanical timer has three different settings so players can…

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  • MSRP:
  • $39.95
  • Age:
  • 12+

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HOLLYWOOD RIDES – 1:24 STRANGER THINGS HOPPERS BLAZER WITH POLICE BADGE

Make your escape from the Upside Down with the Stranger Things 1980 Chevy K5 Blazer w/Badge. Featuring styling cues directly from the Stranger Things show, this collectable die-cast replica and badge is sure to be a standout in any Stranger Things collection! Make your escape from the Upside Down with the Stranger Things 1980 Chevy…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 7+

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RISE OF THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES BABBLE HEADS

These interactive turtle buddies tell jokes and feature movement, strike sensors, battle sound effects, and a clip for on-the-go play. Available in Loud Mouth Leo or Motor Mouth Mikey (sold separately).

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX?

Players place items into the Challenge Box to stump opponents, who have 10 seconds to feel what's inside before guessing. Play as singles or in teams. The game includes a built-in timer, item bags, and scorecard sheets. Players place items into the Challenge Box to stump opponents, who have 10 seconds to feel what's inside…

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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BEND-EMS

The classic ‘90s bendable toy returns with characters from popular brands, such as Sonic the Hedgehog, SpongeBob SquarePants, and more. These ultra-poseable figures feature bendable arms and legs.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $4.99-5.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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FORTNITE JUMBO LOOT LLAMA PINATA

This 25-inch tall llama features 100 pieces, including exclusive Frozen Raven and Ice King 4-inch figures, weapons, back bling, exclusive building materials, and more. Tear it open, dig through the confetti, and reveal your loot. This 25-inch tall llama features 100 pieces, including exclusive Frozen Raven and Ice King 4-inch figures, weapons, back bling, exclusive…

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  • MSRP:
  • $79.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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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 former editor at Playbill and 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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