By Elena Epstein, Director of the National Parenting Product Awards
Sixes & Ones
A sleek, portable dice game that blends classic fun with clever twists. Packed in a compact, silicone, foldable cup with a lid, it includes 12 red dice and six unique games for endless variety. $12.99, ages 8+, VangoToys.com
Ranger Rick Magazines
This nature-themed magazine series has age-appropriate stories, stunning wildlife photography and hands-on activities. Delivered to your doorstep to inspire a lifelong love of the outdoors. $24.95, ages birth-12, RangerRick.org
Meowy Christmas to All!
Delight in the kittens’ Christmas antics on each playful, punny page. Pairs purr-fectly with a seasonal snuggle. $9.99, ages 1-4, TeacherCreatedMaterials.com
National Geographic Balance Stepping Stones
Have fun indoor or outdoors while promoting imaginative play, motor skills and coordination. Features non-slip rubber base and rugged, stackable design. $39.99, ages 3+, Amazon.com
Guinness World Records Soccer Edition 2026
Count down the 100 most significant records showcasing the greatest teams, the most prolific goal scorers, the fastest strikes, the highest-scoring matches and much more. $15.99, ages 8+, Amazon.com
Food Fight Frenzy
A high-energy family game that mixes speed, dexterity and quick thinking. Players race to match food-themed tiles to dice faster than their opponents in a chaotic, laugh-out-loud showdown. $19.99, ages 6+, UltraPro.com
Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven
This classic cooking toy for kids has been updated with a modern-retro look, light-up rainbow confetti pattern and built-in timer. Young bakers will have fun creating baked goods to share with family and friends at sleepovers, parties and movie nights at home. $44.99, ages 8+, Walmart.com
Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Deluxe Clubhouse Playset
Discover nonstop, adventure-filled fun with this 16-piece play set, which includes three posable toy figures (Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and Donald Duck), plus accessories and interactive features to encourage endless imaginative play. $49.99, ages 3+, Amazon.com
Rolling Pals: Matt the Cat
The Rolling Pals series blends reading and play seamlessly. Because the book has chunky wheels, little ones can take Matt along for imaginative play wherever they roam. Whether it’s being pulled along for a ride or flipped through for story time, this book is designed to withstand repeated use. $12.99, ages 3-5, Sourcebooks.com
Pokémon Color Your Own Fuzzy Stickers
Use the included double-tipped pencils in 10 custom colors to color right on top of the fuzzy sticker. It’s that easy. $19.99, ages 8+, Amazon.com
Machie Mole
It’s tough to read words underground. Grab your handy shovel and dig through the leaves to find words, then read each word out loud for our mole to hear. $36, ages 4+, SimplyFun.com
Dance with Me Dora Doll
This 12-inch doll comes with two vibrant interchangeable skirts and two barrettes that Dora and your child can wear and share. Features bilingual songs and phrases from the beloved show. $52.49, ages 3+, Amazon.com
Cownado
Players load the cow in a twisted tornado and then work to herd the heifer back to safety with fast, frantic, storm-slammin’ action. $19.99, ages 6+, MooseToys.com
Tonka Next Gen Mighty Dump Truck
Meet the next evolution of toughness. Designed for the roughest play and the biggest jobs, this truck is built with more stamped steel than ever before, giving it the muscle to haul, dump and dominate. $34.99, ages 3+, Target.com
Stretch Armstrong
With muscles sculpted like a comic book hero and a mischievous smirk that dares you to test his limits, Stretch isn’t just a toy — he’s a challenge. Pull, twist, tangle and battle. $14.99, ages 4+, BasicFun.com
Flat 2 Fast Speed Card Racers
These sleek, open-wheel cars launch with precision and transform from a flat card into a race car at the press of a button. Designed with real rubber tires and aerodynamic styling, they grip flat surfaces and race fast and far. $9.99, ages 5+, LukiLab.com
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