If there’s anything to know about Barbie, it’s that she does absolutely everything. She runs a Doggy Daycare, a Noodle Bar, and she’s a Rock Icon! Barbie is so versatile, there aren’t many children who wouldn’t be happy to see her face when opening their presents. Show your loved ones how well you know them by getting them some unique Barbie gifts that truly match their interests.
Chelsea and her friends inspire young minds to explore the world. Just like big sister Barbie, they love to try new things, challenge themselves and have fun. Kids can play out so many fun stories with 6-inch Chelsea dolls in themed costume fashions! This Chelsea doll and her adorable pet come dressed to impress in their watermelon themed clothes and accessories.
The Barbie Unicorn Projector is perfect for budding artists. It includes 24 fun Barbie-themed images to project and draw over, as well as a comb to keep the unicorn’s hair looking pretty!
These Color Reveal dolls are all about shimmer and shine, with sculpted metallic hair and legs and colourful plug-in hair pieces. The packaging is part of the fun — pull the strip to remove the outer layer and reveal a clear tube. Inside is a mystery metallic pink Color Reveal doll and four bags hiding surprises inside. Remove them all and fill the tube with warm water, then insert the doll and swirl her around. The water turns metallic pink, and when the doll is pulled out, her features are revealed!
The Barbie Extra dolls blend bright colours with trendy fashions, making big statements! Kids can explore self-expression through fashion and style, and poseable Barbie doll toys offer plenty of exciting play experiences, full of glitter, emojis and stand-out hair! EXTRA vibes all around!
Barbie Fashion Show provides fabric swatches, stickers, glue and fabric pens to customise and design your own outfits, just like a real fashion designer! Dress up your 9 Barbie silhouettes and strut them down the cardboard runway in your very own creations.
And of course, if none of these products feels like the perfect fit for your loved one, we have a whole collection of Barbie’s adventures to be found here! There’s something unique to fit every Barbie fan.
With so many video game consoles out there, it’s hard to know what to buy on what! The Nintendo Switch saw a massive boom over lockdown and is a staple in many households. Hand-held and easily ported to your TV, the Nintendo Switch is the perfect console for any family. Let’s countdown the Top 5 Nintendo Switch Games for Kids!
Lego. Dinosaurs. Video games. What more could you want? LEGO Jurassic World brings you the original Jurassic Park trilogy as well as the first entry in the Jurassic World saga in brick form. TT Games have retold countless film franchises and beyond in LEGO form over the years, from Harry Potter to The Incredibles. Filled with LEGO’s signature humour, this is a great game for history buffs and dinosaur experts.
When someone says Switch, most people’s minds will go straight to Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Join Tom Nook on his new deserted island venture. You’ll have complete control of your island paradise. Design your island for you and your villagers to enjoy. Constantly being updated with new features and across each season, Animal Crossing: New Horizons is always fresh and can be picked up and played throughout the year. Not to mention its fantastic online modes. Visit friends and family across the globe and show off your collectables, clothes and so much more!
Saddle up, let’s go horse riding! Join Bibi and Tina in their horse adventure. You’ll need to perfect your riding skills in this series. Trek over hills and through fields as you train for the Falkenstein horse race with your favourite horse. Filled with challenges and missions, this game is a great way to learn about horses and the skill that is riding. Looking for something more relaxed? Tale some time to groom and feed all of the horses in the stable, the perfect way to unwind. Bibi & Tina: Adventures with Horses is a fantastic game for any animal lover, giddy up!
Grab your camera and let’s go find some Pokémon! Inspired by the 1999 original on the N64, New Pokémon Snap allows you to encounter your favourite Pokémon in their natural habitats. You won’t be catching these Pokémon. Instead, you are trying to take the best photos of them all! Hop in your trusty travel pod and journey through lush beaches, jungles and deserts to observe Pokémon behaviour. You might find Flareon at home in a volcano or Psyduck splashing around in the river! New Pokémon Snap is great for any budding photographers or Poké experts.
Our final game will transport you to a world of magic and fantasy. Fantasy Friends tasks you with taking care of some fantastical creatures. There are 12 creatures to befriend and take care of, including a flying panda and a rainbow unicorn! Alongside brand new pets, the magical fairy Aurea will help you along the way. Get ready to customise, dress and play with your brand new fantasy friends. There is even a magical forest that you can make your own.
Are you tired of walking into a room and standing on a Playmobil figure or a piece of Lego on the floor? There’s no greater pain, but don’t worry, we have solutions! There are some simple hacks you can use to get those toys and games organised and keep the playroom tidy!
Firstly, you need to have a think about what you want from your playroom. Do you want the toys to look perfectly neat so they’re the envy of all your children’s friends? Alternatively, do you want something practical?
Let’s face it, in a busy household it’s unlikely that those perfectly tidy toys are going to stay perfectly tidy, so why put pressure on yourself to keep them that way? We vote for ease and practicality every time (and if it looks good that’s a bonus)! So, here are some top tips to organise and de-clutter, whilst still having a cool space for your little ones to play in!
How Many Toys Are You Dealing With?
Organisation is difficult if you’re not exactly sure what you need to organise. Gather everything you’ve got together, and (if you can) put it in a pile together in the middle of the room. It may seem overwhelming at first but once you get your head around what you’ve got, it’ll be easy!
If you’ve got more toys than floor space it may be worth having a clear-out. Ask your children to go through and pick out what they ACTUALLY play with, and donate the rest!
Divide The Toys!
Organise all the toys into different sections, for example, keep all the toy cars together, the games together, and the puzzles together. This will help when it comes to putting everything away, as each section of toys will have its own place to live.
Clean!
You’re a busy parent, juggling kids and a job is difficult, so you might not have gotten around to giving the playroom a bit of disinfecting this month… or year (no judgement). Use this time to have a quick clean, it’s not often all of the toys will be out of the way and off the shelves!
Invest In Some Tubs Or Boxes
Clear tubs or boxes are the perfect way to store toys! The tubs can be stacked and easily moved, and the clear plastic means you’ll be able to see what’s inside. If you’re feeling particularly crafty, why not make up some labels for the boxes?
And Repeat!
If you follow these steps and make sure you’re kids have a clear out a couple of times a year, you’re sure to always have a clean and tidy playroom (a tidy house means a tidy mind, eh?).
Have Fun With It
Organisation doesn’t have to be boring! If you’ve got a creative side, let it run wild! There are lots of things you can do to make the toys look great as well as be practical.
Instead of using a shelf for books, use it as a fun display for toy cars
Use an over the door shoe organiser for all your pens, pencils and crafts.
Use storage boxes that double as seating to save space!
Attach clipboards to the wall instead of pictures frames to easily change art!
Once the kids have finished a puzzle, frame it and put it on the wall!
Ty Toys have been around since the 90s, and I’m sure we all remember owning a classic Beanie Baby at some point in our lives! Here at Toy Street, we stock a huge range of Ty toys from different collections – so let’s find out some more about them!
Ty History
Since Ty was founded in 1986 by Ty Warner, it has become a huge plush toy manufacturer. The most popular toy to come from Ty to date is the Beanie Baby. Beanie Babies evolved into the world’s first cuddly toy sensation in 1995! People began collecting the toys and some thought that they would one day be worth hundreds. Sadly, that wasn’t the case; but there is the odd beanie baby that can go for around £80 on eBay. Even to this day!
Ty toys are super comfortable and cosy as they are made from soft material and are therefore perfect for children (and adults, we don’t judge!). Each Ty toy has its own name and a short poem printed on its heart-shaped tag, making each and every one unique.
Beanie Babies
Beanie Babies have been one of Ty’s most popular toys since they were introduced in 1993. There are hundreds of Beanie Babies styles, so there’s something to suit all preferences – including characters like Peppa Pig and Flopsy Rabbit. Beanie Babies Characters are collected by people of all ages! There’s also a range of Beanie Buddies, which are larger replicas of Beanie Babies that range from large to jumbo sized.
Baby Ty
Baby Ty’s are a cuddly and adorable baby and toddler range introduced in 1999. They’re perfect for toddlers and babies due to their hidden seam construction, stitched eyes and short coat! Our favourite Baby Ty toys include Doodles the Seal and Squirt the Seal.
Beanie Boos
Ty Beanie Boos are stuffed animals with huge sparkly glistening eyes and look fantastic! Beanie Boo features animals (and mythical creatures, like our friend Grindal the Dragon) with more colour and less realism. They’re extremely popular with children as their eyes are just so inviting! The range also includes Beanie Boo Clips which are smaller Boo’s that can be attached to your keyring, school bag or anywhere you like!
The time for Halloween preparations is coming to a close. Now that the end of the month is coming up, it’s time to really start getting into the Halloween spirit! Get the family excited for our spookiest season with our top 5 ghost toys.
The classic three-dimensional haunted house race game. Players move their pawns around the board trying to be the first to escape the house. This action-packed game is sure to charm players of all ages with its pop-up quality and silly challenges. Careful you don’t get turned into a mouse!
Get ready for ghost hunting with Scooby and Shaggy. This set contains all your ghost hunting must-haves and a ghost that glows in the dark! Not to mention Shaggy and Scooby themselves. All they need now is you!
Have you ever wondered what ghosts do in a haunted mansion? Play Ghost Hunters and use your brain to find out! Light up all of the ghosts in each challenge by placing all the flashlight puzzle pieces correctly. With 60 challenges, it’s a scary good time for players young and old!
How cute is the Goblin Ghost Halloween Squish-a-Boo? The Squish a Boos are made from super soft material and are super squishy to squeeze or cuddle up to. The perfect friend to keep your dreams full of treats and no tricks!
A grey mouse, a red armchair, a blue book and a green bottle have never caused such a mess; thanks to Balduin, the house ghost, these everyday objects are prone to colour changes. The players’ mission is to seek out the correct object and grab it before anyone else notices that it’s gone. It sounds simple but, as we mentioned, things can get very messy.
Did you know that playing with toy cars, trucks and vans can promote children’s physical and cognitive development? Well, they do! The benefits of toy cars are in high numbers, they can help with dexterity, improve hand-eye coordination and in a pinch, they make great head massagers!
They improve general motor skills as rolling the cars along the floor teaches a child their own strength as they see how to adjust the pressure when pushing the cars along, this behaviour can then be transferred into how hard to push a door open or stroke a dog. Vocabulary is widened as the kids learn different parts of the car and before you know it you might have a potential future race car driver on your hands!
So which toy cars should your child be playing with? Well, look no further, because Playmobil has everything you need. Here are our Top 5 Playmobil Vehicles to get your child developing skills and having fun all at the same time!
The perfect vehicle for getting the Police team to the scene quickly! Give chase with the Playmobil City Action Police Squad Car! With flashing lights and siren sounds, this police vehicle has room for 4 figures. This set includes 2 Playmobil police officer figures, a storage case and accessories.
On to the next go-kart race! The driver puts on his helmet and prepares. The signal is given and the wild ride begins. This time the course is a huge challenge with bumpy hills, ditches and dangerous curves, but for this shrewd driver no obstacle is too big and no race impossible. A perfect playset for racing fans.
The Stunt Show Shark Monster Truck is pure adrenalin for action fans! The ingenious design with a sleek fin on the roof, dangerous shark-bite radiator grille and grille windshield make the Shark Monster Truck unmistakable.
The Top Agents Spy Team Command Sled features an accessible driver’s cab, which can seat up to two figures. Both the sled and the detachable trailer include multiple projectile functions. The trailer also includes a removable, lit-up LED feature. The sled is perfect for icy conditions, and the playset is complete with three figures, a bike, and many accessories.
The Playmobil Family Camper features a kitchenette, bath and beds, the family has everything they need when on the road. The roof can be removed to reveal a spacious interior, with storage space and many accessories for the whole family. Fully equipped with table, chairs, food, BBQ and bikes.
The original Troll dolls were not the most aesthetically pleasing, but were very popular nonetheless. Created in 1959, they quickly became one of the most sought-after toys around the world. The Trolls that we know and love from the last few decades were made from plastic in a variety of different shapes and sizes, all with uniquely whacky colourful hair.
Trolls have recently made a comeback with a new aesthetic format. Let’s take a look at their long, successful journey.
Troll Dolls History
The first Troll Doll was created in 1959 by Thomas Dan, in Denmark. It was originally made for his daughter as a Christmas present, as he could not afford to buy her gifts. Thomas carved the doll out of wood and once his daughter’s friends saw it, they all wanted one. Thomas saw an opportunity and started producing the dolls in more durable plastic, with them being known as ‘Good Luck Trolls’.
They became increasingly popular in Eastern Europe during the 1960s and before long they were introduced to the United States. The production of Troll Dolls continued to be solely based in Denmark, until the 1980s when the dolls made an unexpected comeback. This resulted in Dan giving an American company the rights to produce the dolls in the US.
The Troll Collection
Troll Dolls did not just come in doll format, they were everywhere. On pencil toppers and pencil cases, there were mini dolls and large dolls all having different coloured hair and occasional different professions such as a Troll Policeman and Troll Teachers.
As well as physical toys there was also a range of cartoon TV shows in the early ’90s, as well as videos games. They have also appeared in more recent TV and films such as Toy Story, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Dr Who!
Once again, like any retro toy, there is a small chance that specific Troll Dolls will be worth a bit of money. A Large Monkey Boy Sailor Troll was sold on eBay for £190. It might be worth digging out your old collection of Trolls after all!
Trolls Of Today
In 2013, the Dam family sold the intellectual property rights of Trolls to Dreamworks Animated, who then became the sole worldwide owner of merchandise rights. In 2016, a 3D animated film called ‘Trolls’ was produced with stars such as Justin Timberlake, James Corden and Anna Kendrick being the voices for the Trolls. The new animation design made the Trolls looks a little more pleasant and focused on a mission to save Troll village from a Bergen (a horrible creature whose main aim is to eat Trolls).
The film earned $346 million worldwide and was nominated for several awards including an Academy Award and Golden Globe. Off the back of the successful film came a whole range of new Troll toys, focusing on the film’s lead characters, Princess Poppy and Branch, including playsets, scooters, and jigsaws… you name it, you can probably get Trolls on it!
As much as we all loved the original Troll Dolls, it’s hard not to enjoy the cute new animation and the merchandise that comes with it!
Halloween is getting closer with every passing day, meaning we’re running out of time to make preparations! Be the most prepared this Halloween with this list of great Halloween soft toys, perfect for giving as a gift that stands out among all the sweets and cake! These furry friends will make the perfect partner in crime during all your Halloween adventures.
Boo! This cuddly extra-large Squish-a-boo makes Halloween all the more enjoyable for everyone. He thinks he’s scary, but he’s a big, big softie! This friend makes a perfect pillow, a useful stuff-toy for travel, or just an all-around take-anywhere friend. He doesn’t even mind being in indoor football!
Jinx is an adorable 15cm plush cat. With its reversible sequins, change the colour of your soft toy whenever you want. And with its large, shiny eyes, it is impossible to resist. Jinx will make a great black cat for any little witch – with a spooky colour-changing surprise! Just like real magic.
How cute is this Seeds Pumpkin Halloween Squish-a-Boo? The Squish-a-Boos are made from super soft material and are super squishy to squeeze or cuddle up to. If you love your pumpkins, this is a frightful friend that loves to be indoors and won’t throw up candle wax all over your floors.
If you love your characters on the truly spooky side, Spike is a white ghost with glittery gold button eyes and black stitching for his mouth. He has tiny white arms on either side of his floating body for that true haunting look.
For those who prefer their ghosts cute and huggable, the extra-large ghost squish-a-boo will make the perfect friend. With big sparkly eyes and a lovely soft fabric covered in the word Boo, they’re a perfect introduction to Halloween for little ones as well.
It’s cold outside. You snuggle down with a hot chocolate and some candy, now it is time to choose what to watch! With so many choices of what to watch this Halloween, I thought I would give you my top 5 spooky films to watch this Halloween. These Halloween films are perfect for the whole family. There’s a mix of new releases and films from my own childhood. Grab your remote and let’s get started. Each film will also be matched with its own toy, so you know exactly what treats to go for this Halloween!
Hocus Pocus
A curious youngster moves to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were last seen in the 17th century.
This is, of course, Hocus Pocus! Winifred, Sarah and Mary Sanderson are ready to put a spell on you with this Disney film from 1993. Follow Max and his little sister, Dani, as they try to outsmart these witches with the help of a black cat called Thackery Binx. The kids are out to stop this trio of witches from gaining immortality as they try to suck the life from all of the children in town! Hocus Pocus will have you laughing all night long and might even give you some amazing costume inspiration.
If you liked Hocus Pocus, then the Witches Tower game might be for you! The little witches all race on their brooms to be the first to reach the magic ball that sits upon a sloping tower. Beware though, you’ll all be riding a magical broom and he is rather troublesome. Take turns rolling the die to see how far your witch will move. Get ready for some magnetic fun.
Scooby-Doo
After Mystery Inc breaks up, Scooby and the gang are all summoned to a mysterious island resort to investigate some rather strange goings-on.
This live-action adaption of Scooby-Doo was released in 2002 but is bundles of fun! Join Fred, Daphne, Velma, Shaggy, and Scooby-Doo as they explore the tropical Spooky Island and reunite to solve their biggest mystery yet! Zoinks! The film will have you solving a fantastic mystery whilst also laughing along with Shaggy and Scooby. If there are enough of you in your house, why not try dressing up as the gang whilst you watch? You could even get your dog (or cat) involved! Be sure to use the hashtag #ToyStreet if you want to show off your costumes!
If you liked Scooby-Doo, why not go on another mystery with the Dinner with Shaggy and Scooby Playmobil Set? This set includes Shaggy and Scooby in a chef’s outfit so you can recreate one of the scenes from the Scooby-Doo film.
Goosebumps
R.L. Stine, the author of Goosebumps, is shocked when the monsters from his book begin terrorising his hometown.
Based upon the books of the same name, 2015’s Goosebumps follows R.L. Stine, his daughter, and new kid on the block Zach, as they try to return all of his monsters back to the pages from which they came. Zach accidentally releases these monsters, so we join him on a fun-filled quest around Madison to make sure that they don’t cause too much trouble. The film combines a few legendary Goosebumps stories and monsters. From werewolves to Slappy the ventriloquist dummy, Goosebumps will take you on a wild ride this Halloween.
If you liked Goosebumps, get stuck into more scary stories with Ghost Stories. A cooperative game, Ghost Stories sees you working together to protect your village from spells and ghosts.
Halloweentown
Marnie and her younger siblings must protect Halloweentown from evil with the help of their good witch grandmother.
A coming of age story from Disney, Halloweentown is a great family film that will show you a lighter side to many monsters. Discover the joys of Halloweentown, a place where witches, goblins, vampires and the like can lead normal lives. On her 13th birthday, Marnie learns that she comes from a family of witches and they must all work together to beat an evil force trying to take over the town.
If you liked Halloweentown, Seeds the Pumpkin might be your perfect companion. As a ty Puffle, Seeds has big, blue, sparkling eyes that will put you under this adorable pumpkin’s spell.
Casper
An afterlife therapist and his daughter meet a friendly young ghost when they move into a crumbling mansion.
Join Casper the Friendly Ghost in this action-packed family adventure. All Casper wants is a friend, so when Kat moves into his haunted home, the kind-hearted spirit is beyond excited. Casper and Kat team up to deal with his ghostly uncles who are the troublesome sort of spirits. This ghostly tale from 1995 will have you wishing that you could be Casper’s friend too!
If you liked Casper, then Ghost Castle will let you meet another, not-so-friendly ghost. In Ghost Castle, you are paranormal investigators hired to investigate the legend of “Ghost Castle.” Trouble is… it’s all true. Now you’ve woken the mean-spirited ghost of Count Spooksalot, and he is determined to get revenge by trapping you in his castle FOREVER! Race down the stairs and through the trap-filled rooms, where danger lurks at every turn.
Don’t forget to share your Halloween experiences with Toy Street by using the hashtag #ToyStreet on Instagram and Twitter!
Editors note: This blog was originally published on October 27th, 2020. Updated on October 13th, 2021 to improve the information available.
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