2009 Hot New Toys - For Kids Ages 8-12

Not sure what to buy this holiday season? You'll find some great gift ideas for the girls and boys on your holiday shopping list in this list of 2009 hot new toys.

2009 Hot New Toys - Music Lovers Create Music with Radica Ucreate Music by Mattel

The kids on your holiday shopping list will love this hot new toy by Mattel. Children can create their own music and mix it just like music producers do. Kids can lay down a track. Remix it. Add hip hop, funky beat and then share their original mix online at the web site myucreate.com. It's a fun toy that really lets kids create and change sounds. As one of the 2009 hot new toys it inspires creativity and hours of entertainment it's a must on your holiday shopping list. Recommended ages for this hot new toy are 8-15 years.

2009 Hot New Toys - Smart Pets Like Zhu Zhu Pets

The hot new toys on every animal lover's wish list are Zhu Zhu Pets hamsters. These life-like hamsters are interactive furry toys that are the closest alternative to real hamsters without the mess. As one of the top toys for girls, Zhu Zhu pets move around in their hamster tube, race across the floor and even squeak when petted.

These hot new toys are expected to be available at national retailers beginning in October with five different characters to choose from. There will also be numerous accessories to complement these hot new toys for girls. This 2009 hot new toy is recommended for kids ages 3 and up but sure to be a favorite for any child who has always dreamed of owning their own pet hamster.

2009 Hot New Toys - Game Lovers Create Own Games

As one of the 2009 hot new toys, Radica Ucreate Games by Mattel lets kids animate, create and play games they created. Hook the drawing table up to a computer and kids can build and customize their own games, game elements, sound effects and interactive components. The creative game comes with a drawing table, folding camera, USB connection, software, dry erase drawing supplies and game template booklet. The 2009 hot new toy is recommended for kids ages 7-13 years.

Check out these 2009 hot new toys for the kids on your holiday shopping list. Each provides hours of fun, creative challenges and entertainment. Some of the toys are available now, others will be available this fall from toy stores, online retailers and some discount retailers. Be sure to shop early this holiday season as many of these toy are sure to be best-sellers and difficult to find as the holiday season approaches.