Best Toys for Kids 8 to 11 Years 2011-2012

It's time to find those perfect toys for your 8 to 11 year olds for this upcoming Christmas. The amazing new lineup of toys is all over the board, so how do you know what will work for any particular age group? For the 2011 holidays through early 2012 there is a list of best toys for kids 8 to 11 years of age based on sales results and parent input. Here are the current top 3 most popular toys for this age group:

LeapFrog LeapPad Explorer Tablet - for kids 4 to 9 years of age:

At number 1, and hard to beat, is the LeapFrog LeapPad Explorer Tablet. LeapFrog continues to innovate their high-tech learning devices for kids like this 5 x 7 x 1 inch learning tablet. It comes with 2GB of memory, a built-in camera and video recorder, a 5" touch screen and 4 apps to get your child started on an entertaining journey of knowledge. You may add to your child's library of apps for games, books, videos and flash cards and more by purchasing separate cartridges from the over 100 currently available.

Children become naturally engaged with electronic toys and when those toys can increase their learning curve, well, what's not to love. This is a great choice for any child 4 to 9 years of age.

Nerf Vortex Nitron Blaster - for kids 6 years of age and up:

The number 2 toy comes from Nerf another kid and parent favorite brand. Nerf Vortex Nitron Blaster has some updated high-tech features like the electronic scope which helps to more accurately target using pulsing lights and an acceleration trigger which powers up for long distance blasting. The Nerf Vortex Nitron Blaster includes an ammo magazine, 20 nerf discs and has built-in storage for additional magazines and discs (which may be purchased separately).

All of the VORTEX blasters including this Nitron version have the Nerf XLR long-range disc technology which launches discs an ultra-long distance. A fun and safe blaster for the over 6 crowd.

LEGO Ninjago Limited Edition Lightning Dragon - for kids 8 years of age and up:

Do you live with a Lego or Ninja fanatic? The number 3 pick may be what you're looking for. The LEGO Ninjago Limited Edition Lightning Dragon allows your youngster to re-enact the battle to help Jay and the Lightning Dragon rescue Sensei Wu and a stolen golden weapon from Frakjaw and Kruncha. The set includes 4 characters, over 9 weapons plus the pieces to build the Lightning Dragon and the enemys' helicopter. At total of 645 pieces altogether.

A truly creative work of art from Lego for your 8+ year old.

Armed with the top 3 picks of Best Toys for Kids age 8 to 11, you should be prepared for some great choices for your child in this 2011 into 2012 holiday season. Remember, these all rank highly for safety and fun with both parents and kids.