Toy Retailers Association details DreamToys list of top toys for Christmas 2023

The Toy Retailers Association has debuted its DreamToys list of the top 20 toys for Christmas.

The list was selected by an independent panel of toy retailers and toy experts from small independents to large national chains, based on:

• The value they bring to playtime
• The play patterns they inspire
• The emerging trends they represent

“The panel’s decision to increase the DreamToys top list to 20 toys is in recognition of the fantastic range of products currently available in the market,” said Paul Reader, chair of the DreamToys selection committee.

“From the year’s biggest blockbusters, tech inspired crossovers and toys that promote sensory exploration through to products that create curiosity and anticipation, this year’s list is a representation of what the UK toy industry has to offer.”

The DreamToys list of 20 is as follows:

• arbie Pop Reveal (Mattel)
• Beast Lab (Moose Toys)
• Bitzee (Spin Master)
• Cookeez Makery (Moose Toys)
• Fingerlings Monkey (Character Options)
• Fluffie Stuffiez (MGA Entertainment)
• LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle & Grounds (LEGO)
• Hot Wheels City Ultimate Hauler (Mattel)
• L.O.L. Surprise! Magic Flyers (MGA Entertainment)
• My Puppy’s Home (Moose Toys)
• Miniverse – Make It Mini Kitchen (MGA Entertainment)
• Dog-E (Character Options)
• PAW Patrol Mighty Movie – Skye Deluxe Vehicle (Spin Master)
• Pictionary vs AI (Mattel)
• Pokémon 151 Elite Trainer (Asmodee)
• Squishmallows 7.5″ (Jazwares)
• LEGO Star Wars Ahsoka Starship (LEGO)
• Super Mario Movie 7″ Feature Bowser Figure (Jakks Pacific)
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movie Pizza Fire Van (Character Options)
• Twister Air (Hasbro)

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