Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief Ali Mierzejewski joined The Today Show to talk about the hottest new toys that kids will be asking for this summer. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best gifts of the spring and summer seasons, check out our complete Toy Insider Spring and Summer Gift Guide.
WADDLE KARAOKE FOOT TO FLOOR RIDE ON TOY
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Offers three play modes – push walker, ride-on, and sensory play. With a simple press of the horn, this toddler car comes alive with exciting sounds and lights! Supports up to 44 lbs. Includes a microphone, keyboard, and drumsticks, lifting the seat reveals these instruments, encouraging musical exploration and creativity. Requires 3 AA batteries (not…
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SIZZLE AND SMOKE BBQ GRILL
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Perfect for the little ones who want to learn how to grill! Encourages pretend play. Has a hidden chamber for water vapor to come up through the grill to look like smoke. Includes 15 accessories like tongs, oven mitt, a storage tray, plastic food and a small steak sauce bottle!
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MINIONS POOL FLOATS
Lounge in style this summer with these Minions-inspired "pulu floats" (pool floats)! Featuring a built-in cupholder and durable PVC material, these floats are easy to inflate and deflate, so your summer is nothing but chill. Available in three styles: green trunks, red trunks, and orange trunks.
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MINIONS SUMMER TREAT POOL FLOAT
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This oversized, inflatable Minion companion features a large googly eye that wiggles. The printed Minion is wearing vibrant swim trunks and holding an ice cream cone, adding a touch of adorable mischief.
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FUNBOY X HOT WHEELS CHECKERED FLAME BACKYARD BOWLING SET
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Part of the all new Hot Wheels and FUNBOY summer collection. Custom engineered inflatable bowling pins with weighted flat base for the perfect backyard bowling party for kids and adults. Easy set-up, just inflate and play! Inspired by Mattel’s Hot Wheels design, pins have either a checkered pattern or a flame pattern, and the ball…
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KOOSH FLIX STIX
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Kids can play this head-to-head, lacrosse-style Koosh game both inside and outside. It comes with two Flix Stix and a Koosh Ball.