Most Wanted Toys for 2010: A Parent's Guide

With Christmas just around the corner many kids have no problem excitedly shouting out what they want for Christmas. However for those parents, grandparents or other shoppers who are just not sure what to look for to give as gifts here is a look at some of the most popular toys of 2010 that are bound to leave kids happy.

A very popular toy that has just recently hit stores in the past few months is the Beyblade toys. These toys are similar to tops and kids use them in special arenas sold in stores to battle each other. The toys also come with special collectors cards and kids are supposed to use the toys and cards to work against each other. These toys are very popular in kids ages 7 and up and can be found at stores such as Walmart or Toysrus. Prices will vary depending upon which type are purchased but many start out at around $10.

Liv dolls are extremely popular this year for little girls ages 6 and up. Girls will love how they can change the dolls clothes, accessories and even purchase fun colored wigs for the dolls. They also sell little packages of fun accessories for the dolls. The dolls themselves are priced just at under $15 with the accessories ranging in price from as little as $5 and up. Liv dolls can be purchased at most toy stores, Walmart and Target.

With Toy Story 3 being such a hit movie it is no surprise that the Toy Story 3 toys are high in demand this Christmas season for younger boys and girls. There are favorites such as Buzz Lightyear action figures and Woody action figures but now there are also other popular toys such Lotso's Gang. Toy Story 3 toys can be bought at Walmart, Target, Toysrus as well as online. Prices vary depending upon what type of toy is bought.

Another popular toy this Christmas that is based on a hit movie are Tangled toys. Following the popular story of Rapunzel these Disney toys are bound to be a huge hit with younger girls. There are a variety of different dolls, including a larger doll that is perfect for toddler girls as well as a Rapunzel wig and special costume pieces available. Prices vary with many of the dolls ranging between $20 and $30. Tangled toys are sold at Walmart, Target and other popular retail stores as well as at Toysrus.

Sources Cited: My own personal research.