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5 Top Toy Picks For Big Kids

Your big kids—in the seven to 12 set—are the best age for cool toys. We've selected eight top picks for this age bracket.

Rainbow Loom Bonus Combo Set

You never really outgrow Rainbow Loom. Introduce younger kids to this colourful loom craft and

Where to buy: $25, michaels.ca

Moulin Roty Magic Pens

This set of 10 felt tips swap their hues, taking basic colouring to a whole

Where to buy: $10, rugandweave.com

Rusty Brown Grumpy Face Rabbit

A special keepsake that’s adorable and sustainable, this cutie and others like him are hand-sewn in Ontario

Where to buy: $25, prettygrit.ca

WELLBEING HEROES MAGIC PYJAMAS

My Magic Pyjamas is an empowering story book which magically introduces ‘My Magic Pyjamas’ containing

Where to buy: $29.99, Toys R Us Exclusively

WELLBEING HEROES SOCKIE STARS

Sockie Stars is an endearingly cleverly written story book promoting positive ‘wellness’ messages to children.

Where to buy: $29.99, Toys R Us Exclusively

Melissa and Doug Stained Glass Made Easy Activity Kit

As far as craft kits go, you can’t go wrong with a Melissa and Doug

Where to buy: $25, amazon.ca

Harry Potter Herbology Class LEGO Set

Your child doesn’t have to be a LEGO lover and a Potterhead to adore this

Where to buy: $40, walmart.ca

buybuy BABY

buybuy BABY is kicking off the holiday season with their Toy Shop. Visit the buybuy

Where to buy: buybuybaby.ca

Mario Kart Live Home Circuit

For fans of Mario Kart (no matter what version), this is the ultimate go-carting experience.

Where to buy: $129.99, www.bestbuy.ca

Star Wars The Child Posable Action Figure

Okay, we know he’s not actually called Baby Yoda, but just look at him! So. Cute. With

Where to buy: $29.99, www.walmart.ca

Color Buddies™ Moisturizing Bath Bombs & Toy Dispenser Set

Colorful bath water is a fun trick for getting even the most bath-averse toddler into

Where to buy:  $14, Babies R Us – Amazon – Shoppers Drug Mart

X-Shot Flying Bug Attack

Flying targets are no match for you with this motorized launcher that can shoot 10

Where to buy: $30, toysrus.ca

Little Tikes Stem Jr. Wonder Lab

It’s never too early to teach STEM. Your budding scientist will love this lab which

Where to buy: $150, indigo.ca

Nintendo 2DS XL

Game on the go with this lightweight, powerful 2DS XL. It’s compatible with Nintendo 3DS

Where to buy: $200, bestbuy.ca

Moonlite Storybook Projector Starter Pack

Moonlite is an fun-to-use device that turns your smartphone into a projector. Easily clipping on,

Where to buy: $30, mastermindtoys.com

Fisher-Price Learn With Me Zebra Walker

Encouraging both first words and first steps, this sturdy, four-wheeled zebra will keep your little

Where to buy: $30, walmart.ca

Calico Critters Grand Department Store

Who doesn’t love a trip to the mall? This fancy department store does not disappoint

Where to buy: $140, toysrus.ca

Fingerlings Hugs

You might be familiar with little Fingerlings, but these long-armed, plush buddies are large and

Where to buy: $40, mastermindtoys.com

Poopsie Slime Surprise Pooey Puitton

What’s inside this “designer” bag? It’s full of poop-themed DIY slime, of course. With all

Where to buy: $100, indigo.ca

Hot Wheels Retro Fireball Crash Playset

Take it old-school with this throwback set from Hot Wheels that celebrates their 50th anniversary.

Where to buy: $80, indigo.ca

Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Express

Get ready to board the Hogwarts Express from King’s Cross Station with this 801-piece Lego

Where to buy: $100, toysrus.ca

Rainbocorn Sequin Surprise

As seen in the 2018 ParentsCanada Holiday Toy Guide: Every plush Rainbocorn hatches from its bright

Where to buy: $29.99, toysrus.ca –  rainbocorns.zuru.com

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