The wish list

Christmas gifts for kids: what are the top toys of 2021?

Paw Patrol, Star Wars, Barbie and Hot Wheels are on the must-have toy wish lists

5 Nov 2021

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Paw Patrol Chase’s Deluxe Transforming Vehicle by Spin Master Toys

Some of the biggest franchises in film and TV are dominating the toy wish lists this Christmas. The DreamToys 2021 list, issued by the Toy Retailers Association, sees Star Wars, Pokémon, Jurassic World and Paw Patrol make the top 12 alongside perennial favourites like Barbie and Hot Wheels.

“This year’s DreamToys list is an exciting blend of evergreen favourites and the year’s biggest brands that we believe will be the most sought after under the Christmas tree this festive season,” said Gary Grant, chair of the DreamToys selection committee.

However, due to speculation about toy shortages because of a lack of delivery drivers and backlogs at manufacturers, shoppers will have to “act fast” as retailers are “already selling out”, said The Sun.

We take a look at the top 12 toys of 2021, in alphabetical order, and also pick out some other must-have presents for kids this Christmas.

DreamToys 2021: the top 12 toys for Christmas

Product name	Maker	RRP
Barbie Dreamtopia Colour Change Mermaid	Mattel	£24.99
Bluey Family Home Playset	Moose Toys	£39.99
CoComelon Deluxe JJ Interactive Doll	Bandai	£39.99
Gassy Gus	John Adams	£24.99
Hot Wheels Massive Loop Mayhem	Mattel	£54.99
Jurassic World Slash ’n Battle Scorpios Rex	Mattel	£31.99
Lego Star Wars Boba Fett’s Starship	Lego	£44.99
L.O.L. Surprise Movie Magic Doll	MGA Entertainment	£10.99
Little Live Pets My Pig Piggly	Character Options	£24.99
Magic Mixies Cauldron	Moose Toys	£69.99
Paw Patrol Chase’s Deluxe Transforming Vehicle	Spin Master Toys	£44.99
Pokémon 8” Plush Pikachu	Character Options	£13.99

All prices quoted as recommended retail price (RRP), market price may vary from retailer to retailer

Mattel

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Barbie Dreamtopia Colour Change Mermaid

Dip the Barbie mermaid doll in warm water to see her hair, bodice and tail instantly transform to reveal a rainbow of pretty pastels.

Moose Toys

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Bluey Family Home Playset

Recreate some of the most memorable moments from the show in the Bluey Family Home playset.

Bandai

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CoComelon Deluxe JJ Interactive Doll

Baby JJ is the star of CoComelon, the biggest kids show on YouTube that has more than 120m subscribers.

John Adams

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Gassy Gus

The gut-busting board game, that’s a hoot when you toot! It’s dinner time and Gus loves to eat. There’s just one big problem, most things Gus eats give him gas.

Mattel

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Hot Wheels Massive Loop Mayhem

This epic track includes a huge 28-inch wide loop that’s designed for multi-car play – vehicles whip around the loop and avoid nail-biting near-misses with each other. It comes with one 1:64 scale Hot Wheels vehicle to get the action started.

Mattel

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Jurassic World Slash ’n Battle Scorpios Rex

Inspired by the animated series Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous, the all-new hybrid dinosaur, Scorpios Rex, is extremely fast, dangerous and unpredictable – and unleashes terror with its poisonous quills.

Lego

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Lego Star Wars Boba Fett’s Starship

Fans of Star Wars: The Mandalorian can play out bounty-hunting missions and battles with this Lego brick version of Boba Fett’s Starship. It features a handle for easy flying, an opening Lego mini-figure cockpit, rotating wings, two stud shooters and two rotating dual blaster cannons (non-shooting).

Character Options

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Little Live Pets My Pig Piggly

With more than 25 sounds and reactions, Piggly makes the cutest pet. She moves and sounds just like a real pig! Feed her with her bottle and give her a cuddle as she reacts to your touch.

MGA Entertainment

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L.O.L. Surprise Movie Magic Doll

The all new L.O.L. Surprise! Movie Magic dolls are ready to perform and show off their acting and filmmaking skills at the ultimate L.O.L. Surprise! movie set.

Moose Toys

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Magic Mixies Cauldron

Experience real magic with the Magic Mixies Magic Cauldron. The cauldron comes with all the magic ingredients you need and a special wand for you to mix a potion and make a cute furry friend.

Spin Master Toys

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Paw Patrol Chase’s Deluxe Transforming Vehicle

Chase’s sleek city police car features silver metallic paint, authentic movie details and graphics, and an exciting transformation straight from Paw Patrol: The Movie.

Character Options

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Pokémon 8” Plush Pikachu

Cute and cuddly Pikachu plush stuffed animal is a must have for all Pokémon fans!

JLab

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JLab Audio JBuddies Studio Over-Ear Headphones

For “faff-free listening”, the JBuddies headphones – sized to fit kids aged six and over – are impossible to fault. A smart, solid design with superb sound quality.

£14.99; johnlewis.com

The Bentley Collection

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Bentley Balance Bike

Meticulously engineered to provide a comfortable, safe and effortlessly stylish ride for little ones, the Bentley Balance Bike is influenced by the aerodynamic design of the Bentley Continental GT, with its lightweight magnesium alloy frame. The bike is available in Sequin Blue, Glacier White, Onyx and Dragon Red, which are expertly colour matched to choices from the range of Bentley paint colours. Suitable for children aged three and above.

£450; bentleymotors.com