This Christmas, many parents will be trying to figure out what the hot toy trends will be for this year. This is so that they can find toys that their children will not seek to get but are secretly hoping for. At the very least, a parent will want to know what the kids think is cool this year. This year, while in an economic downturn, it’s producing some exciting toy trends, as well as ones that are affordable for people’s budgets. The best part is that many of these toys, if you plan and budget now, will be within your price range. Here are some of the hottest toys kids will want this year.
The biggest news in toys has been about video game consoles. They have become one of the perennial items that children want every year. If you didn’t want to buy any of the three major consoles because of price, then the good news is that all of them will have price cuts just in time for holiday shopping. However, if you already have the systems, your focus will be on new games and accessories. Most of the attention will be focused on the Nintendo Wii. The system is coming out with an expanded version of its popular Wii sports video game called Wii Resort. This has many more sports like kendo and basketball. However, to maximize gameplay, you’ll need to get the new Wii Motion Plus accessory for better game control. If you already have the system, these gifts will mean considerable savings compared to buying something else and your children will be satisfied.
For both your sons and daughters there is good news about certain favorite toys. The recession has put many of the major toy companies in a real dilemma. How can they sell popular toys at cheaper prices without cutting profit? The solution was so simple it’s almost laughable. Toy companies will now sell mini versions of popular toys. That way, your kids can get the toys they wanted, and you can save a lot more on your purchases.
Another hot trend this holiday season will be green toys. These are toys that are socially conscious and environmentally friendly. The lead toy scare of the past year has made many parents more aware of where the toys they buy are made and what they are made of. This makes green toys a happy solution. Toy companies are producing toy trucks and even stuffed toys made from recycled materials. The best part is that many of them are well within the vacation budgets of many families. So you’ll be doing something to help the environment and saving money at the same time.
The most interesting toy trend is toys that you can control with your mind. The most affordable at the moment is the Mindflex. This toy costs less than $80 and comes with a customizable obstacle course that you can change to increase the level of difficulty. Essentially, the headset that comes with the game captures brain waves and uses them to control a fan that levitates a ball. Then you move the ball with a dial and pass the obstacle with your mind. It’s sure to be a great buy and the first salvo of future toy trends.
Another interesting trend is leaving evidence that Santa stopped by. One of the best ways is to order a personalized letter from Santa. These letters from Santa can be sent directly to his home and add a little more Christmas magic to his children’s Christmas.