To give you an idea of the scale, this set takes 6020-pieces to build. Even by LEGO standards that’s a lot.
It’s not just the intricate Hogwarts castle you’ll be building either.
The rear of this build is a selection of different Hogwarts rooms, complete with micro-figures to fill the hallways and classrooms.
My favorite thing about this set is you can use it as a family activity. Because of its size, it’s perfect for sitting around a table while everyone chips in.
You can even download extra instructions from the LEGO website so everyone has their own.
While expensive, there is no better LEGO set around.
You can make unicorns, clouds, or if you’re feeling fruity, a rainbow-colored unicorn.
This set comes with everything you need to get up and running, including gelatin mixture, red, yellow, blue, and white gummy candy colors, molds, and a 16-page book to teach kids how everything works.
It’s a fun set, and getting kids into science early through delicious treats is sure to get them thinking and asking questions.
There is so much here for younger kids to explore.
There’s a crawl-through door, porch light, open and close mailbox, light-up house numbers, drop-through rain gutter and balls, shape-sorter recycling bin, and that’s not even half of it.
There’s also an office area with a light-up thermostat, office light, and clicker-clock, and if that’s not enough, there’s a kitchen area with shape-sorter and a fridge.
The three smart stages of learning include four languages – English, Spanish, Mandarin, French – and there’s over 200 songs, while sounds and phrases teach kids about colors, shapes, numbers, and the alphabet.
When I say this is the perfect gift for youngsters, I really, really mean this is the perfect gift for youngsters.
A quick detour: A lot of STEM toys are of low quality. This, however, is worth every penny.
It is, in simple terms, a make your own marbler run.
Only the hook here is the course pieces can all be deconstructed to make differently-sized pieces, leading to a near-endless supply of options.
It also comes with detailed instructions, and as this is a STEM toy, is sure to develop your child’s critical thinking.
Although this set may not have household name brand power, it’s sure to be loved. How many times have kids made their own Hot Wheels track out of cardboard or raced cars off their beds or down the stairs?
This set is that game, only more structured and designed to aid their development.
If you’re after one of the most unusual gifts for 9 year old boys, this is well worth checking out.
This set comes with four model toys – a dragon, narwhal, yeti, and Unicorn – all of which are a pearly white.
But with the included Crayola felt pens, kids can give these toys their own unique design.
And when they tire of how they look, just place them in the toy bathtub, give them a good wash with water, and they’re good to be colored in again.
Why is the above detail so great? Because kids make mistakes. And when it’s on paper, they can feel like they’ve messed up. But with the ability to run a toy under a tap clean it off, kids can keep trying with ease without fear of getting it wrong.
And on top of that, it’s super-affordable. What’s not to love?
I’ve written a lot about Marvel Legends in the past, mostly because they’re the best Marvel toys at a lower price-point, and this Power Gauntlet is no different.
I need to stress here, this isn’t just some plastic play glove. Hasbro has gone above and beyond to make something fans will love.
This 19.5-inch glove is fully articulated, the Infinity stones all pulsate light, and the middle stone makes sounds inspired by the movies.
What’s more, when fans aren’t playing with this, the fingers can be locked into a fist position, turning this toy into one hell of a display piece.
Fortnite is one of the biggest video games on the planet right now, so it’s not in the least bit surprising the Fortnite Battle Royale Collection Battle Bus has made it into the top Amazon holiday toys 2019.
This set comes with a mini Fortnite battle bus for kids to whizz through the air, two, two-inch figures in Funko Ops and Burnout, and a host of tiny accessories.
I got sent some of these figures earlier in the year and was surprised by how well they held up, despite being quite small.
If you’ve got a kid who loves everything Fortnite, you won’t go wrong with this one.
All of the LEGO Hidden Side toys work in augmented reality, meaning if your child has a mobile device, they can play a video game with the toy.
This set is without question the best of the whole Hidden Side range.
It’s massive and crammed pack full of tiny details. Just take a look at how even the walls have different shades of brick on. It’s the little touches that make these sets so killer.
The spooky aesthetic really adds another dimension to these sets, too.
DUPLO is much chunkier than LEGO, so it’s easier for kids to grip and snap into place.
But despite its simplicity, this set has a lot for kids to play with and build.
It’s not just the obvious stuff like the fire station, either. There’s lots of little details for kids to explore and discover.
And it’s worth remembering, with DUPLO you don’t need to stick to the instructions. You can build something equally as fun and beautiful just by jamming blocks together and hoping for the best. It’s a win/win.
Not only do you get to build three large Star Wars robots, these bots can be programmed to perform different actions via the app.
You can have them as remote-controlled droids, or teach them to unlock LEGO locks. It’s amazing.
Plus each droid has its own personality, different sounds, and different uses.
If you’re after something a little different that’s going to get kids thinking about technology and how things work, this could be one of the best gifts for 9 year old boys around.
For real, if you’re ever stuck for a gift, go with a remote-controlled car.
Boys will always, always love them. That’s just how they’re wired. Racing something at high speeds and becoming better at controlling it will always be fun.
The Monster Jam Megalodon is an absolute beast. Monster trucks are as cool as they come at the best of times let alone when you combine them with a shark.
What’s amazing here is what the Megalodon is capable of. See something? Chances are the Megalodon can drive over it. Snow, dirt, rubble, even water. If it’s a surface, the Megalodon can cruise over it. What more could you ask for?
It’s Monopoly as you know and love, albeit with one modern twist.
Instead of stopping the game to pass money between players, simply press a button then give a command (like “Pay rent on Marvin Gardens,”) and the faceless virtual banker will transfer the money into the right account.
It’s a cool idea, and is really useful for people with disabilities.
Whenever I hear “nail stamper”, the first question I have is does it work? Does it actually stamp your nails or does it just throw parts of a pattern on there while making a great big mess?
It turns out the Go Glam Nail Stamper is the real thing and works without any issue whatsoever, and, for my money, is the best nail stamper around.
Each of the games I’ve mentioned are all perfect for any age group (even for adults!) with the exception of Marvel Ultimate Alliance, which is aimed at teens.
I was sent some of the Candylocks range earlier this year and I just knew they were going to be one of the biggest Amazon toys 2019.
They’re dolls, with candy-scented hair, but instead of brushing these dolls, all the styling is done by hand.
Their hair is more pliable and easier to style into braids or buns.
The Candylocks are a really interesting twist on the doll formula. If your child grows tired of Barbie and wants something a little different, Candylocks is well worth checking out.
There’s a whole range to explore as well, including smaller dolls and, in the case of Lacy Lemonade, seven-inchers.
Is it a Batmobile or a Bat-tank? Trick question, it’s both!
Throw in the ability to control this toy-like an R/C car, and you can imagine how much kids are going to love this.
Imaginext, in my opinion, is the best range of toys for younger kids.
They’re durable, affordable, and above all else, fun.
Not only that, there’s loads of different Imaginext to collect, all at different price points, meaning kids can pick up the smaller sets with their allowance money and pick up the larger sets for Birthdays or Christmas.
This comes with three mini-figures in Spider-Man (Peter Parker), Spider-Man (Miles Moralez), and Carnage. That is a great selection kids who know Spider-Man will LOVE.
There’s also loads of accessories, including massive tentacles for Carnage, and an excellent Spider-Bike to build.
It’s a fantastic set that’s at an even better price-tag.
It’s affordable, comes in a kid-proof case, and Amazon is doing a deal where if it does get damaged, they’ll replace it.
The Amazon App Store isn’t as populated as Google Play, but it’s still got all the killer apps kids know and love.
You don’t want to start kids off on an iPad if you’re worried about it getting obliterated.
Start them off small at first and see how they get on.
In terms of specifications (don’t worry, I won’t bog you down with loads of tech speak), the only thing to really consider at this price point is storage space, of which, the Fire 7 comes equipped with16GB.
The ideal amount of storage is 32GB. That said, 16GB is just enough for younger kids. So long as they know how to uninstall an app when they’re done with it, 16GB should last them (you can also expand the storage via a micro SD card).
I could get into screen quality and RAM, but to be honest, it’s easier to just think as them as enough given the lower price point of the Fire 7.
Yes, they are more powerful tablets out there, but as far as budget tablets go, the Fire 7 is the best on the market.
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