The Toy Insider’s Laurie Schacht has five toys that may be nostalgic for the parents and as good as new for the kids.
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE 14” RAG DOLL-SCNETED (THE LOYAL SUBJECTS), $19.99
This Strawberry Shortcake doll features a soft, huggable body that is perfect for snuggling up with at bedtime or playtime. Her outfit is designed to resemble a strawberry-themed dress and hat… and she smells like strawberries too! This is ideal for kids ages three and up.
POKEMON CENTER FUNDAMENTALS LINE (THE POKEMON COMPANY INTERNATIONAL), $9.99- $64.99
These are now available at Pokémon Center. The latest Pokémon Fundamentals back-to-school collection is packed with fresh, fun, and functional picks that will get kids excited to head back to class and sport their favorite Pokémon Type. These are recommended for ages seven to 10 years old.
MONOPOLY SCRABBLE (WINNING MOVES), $41.50
This innovative game combines the best elements of the Monopoly game with the crossword-building play of Scrabble. Instead of rolling dice to move around the board, players build words and advance based on their Scrabble word score. The winner is the player with the most money and property value when the last letter tile is played. This is ideal for kids eight and up.
FISHER-PRICE WOODEN PONY RIDE-ON (DYNACRAFT), $99
Saddle up for hours of active, imaginative fun with Fisher-Price Wooden Pony Ride-On by Dynacraft. This colorful ride-on features a sturdy wooden frame in bright blue, yellow, and red, designed to capture little riders’ attention while helping develop balance, coordination, and motor skills. It includes built-in under-seat storage. This is ideal for kids 18 months to three years.
EASY BAKE ULTIMATE OVER (JUST PLAY), $44.99
The Easy Bake Ultimate Oven lets kids experience the excitement of baking tasty treats. This version of the classic cooking toy for kids has been updated with a modern-retro look, light-up rainbow confetti pattern, and a built-in timer. Young bakers will have fun creating amazing baked goods to share with family and friends at sleepovers, parties, and on movie nights at home. This is ideal for kids ages eight and up.
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