7 Best New Christmas Gifts for Kids Hitting Shelves Now
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If you have not started shopping for holiday gifts, you are late to the game. Some people start shopping as early as August, when the toy companies start releasing new products. As a longtime shopping writer and editor, I can confirm that the year’s hottest toys sell out fast and might not get restocked in time to make it under the tree. What should you be looking for this year if you are shopping for elementary school-aged kids? Here are the 7 best Christmas gifts for kids hitting shelves now.
LEGO
I always recommend Lego sets for every age group, especially elementary-aged children. There is a set for everyone, whether your recipient is into Disney princesses, Super Mario Brothers, Spider-Man, or Police Stations. Make sure whatever set you get them is appropriate for their skill level, which might not correlate with age. My son was doing Lego Architecture sets, which were recommended for ages 18 and up, when he was 8. You also can’t go wrong with a bin of bricks and a how-to book.
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Costco
The most family-friendly video game system is still Nintendo, and the Nintendo Switch 2 recently dropped. I expect it to be the season’s hottest and most in-demand video game gadget. My son has recently been testing one out for me after using the OG Switch for years. The graphics and resolution are next-level and are way less glitchy and “laggy” than the original. He is also obsessed with the new games, including Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananas. Costco has a great bundle for members for $524.99.
Walmart
If they are into cars, get them a MotorDayz radio-controlled car brand. There is the Heavy Metal Chevy Silverado , $49.97 at Walmart, rugged, ready for any adventure, and perfect for hauling holiday cheer across the backyard or the Duck Jeep Wrangler , $34.97, also at Walmart. At Target, get the 4×4 Forza Cadillac V-Series , $76.99, a sleek, stylish, and bigger-than-life vehicle for kids who want to cruise in luxury, or the Bigfoot Monster Truck , a super fun monster truck.
Amazon
Amazon
Target
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Walmart
A pair of great headphones is a gift for kids and parents alike. I recommend these Skullcandy Grom Wired Headphones , on sale for $17.99. They provide a great sound experience for kids without breaking the bank.
