Shopping for little kids, tweens or the young at heart? These are the toys bringing some serious excitement to Christmas morning

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Kids might be the most brutally honest gift recipients on the planet. They’ll tell you exactly what they want, change their minds three times before December, and have absolutely no problem letting you know when you’ve missed the mark. Throw in the never-ending cycle of viral toys , influencer collaborations, and pop culture obsessions , and suddenly, buying the right gift requires knowing more about internet culture than you ever signed up for.

Fortunately, our product editors are here to make things a little easier. We’ve rounded up the best gifts for kids in 2026, including the toys taking over TikTok, hands-on activities that don’t require another screen, and collectibles inspired by their favorite characters.…