One of the beautiful aspects of these toys is the fact that they will likely always be included in the "favorite toys" repertoire of any little one's collection.
From the list of the top 10 classic toys for kids this year, here are the 5 top sellers:
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1. Classic Latches Board (Melissa and Doug)Ages: Around 3 to 5 years of age
Retail Price: $25
Merchant Discount: Yes
Merchant: Buy.com
eBay: Find it on eBay.com
Latch and unlatch, open and close doors to the delight of finding some very fun pictures underneath. Not one of the oldest of the classics, but is still a great basic and classic toy for little ones from Melissa and Doug.
Merchant Info: Undo a latch, swing open the numbered door, and count on fun when the picture beneath is revealed on this wooden play board! Build fine motor skills while learning colors, numbers, animals and more.
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2. Mr. Potato HeadAges: For kids 2-12 years of age
Retail Price: About $10
Merchant Discount: Yes
Merchant: KMart
eBay: Find it on eBay.com
Now here is a familiar face! Mr. Potato Head is more popular than ever - having many different forms. But - he also is still quite popular in his original form, as seen here.
Merchant Info: Mix ‘n match fun. Lots of pieces to create funny faces. Includes: 1 hat; 1 set of teeth; 1 moustache; 1 pair of glasses; 1 nose; 1 pair of eyes; 1 potato body; 1 tongue; 2 ears; 1 pair of shoes; 2 arms. Storage compartment for your parts. Create funny faces! Use the silly pieces and your imagination to create all sorts of wacky looks! Fit pieces anywhere on potato body! The Playskool Ages & Stages system makes choosing the right toy at the right time easier than ever. Among the benefits this toy offers – Let’s be Creative: Expressing creativity through play. This Mr. Potato Head product offers all kinds of possibilities for interactive, creative play. Let’s Imagine: Stretching the imagination to better understand our world. This Mr. Potato Head product has parts to help make a great pretend friend. With younger children, you can be the voice, drawing your child into a silly game of make believe. Older children will let their imaginations go wild, which is the essence of learning through play. National Center for Boundless Playgrounds. Let’s all play – it matters! Product and colors may vary.
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3. Classic Red TricycleAges: For kids around 2 to 5 years of age
Retail Price: About $90
Merchant Discount: Yes
Merchant: Buy.com
eBay: Find it on eBay.com
The tricycle shown here is the classic red Dual-Deck from Red Flyer. A great basic toy for little ones and definitely one of the best classic toys for kids this or any year ahead.
Merchant Info: Chrome handlebars and fender Double deck rear step Durable steel spoked wheels with real rubber tires Ringing chrome bell Adjustable seat 12-in front wheel Recommended for ages 2 1/2 – 5 Body: 31 5/8 in x 24 1/2 in x 21 5/8 in Front Wheel: 12 in x 1 1/4 in.
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4. Classic Fisher Price Corn Popper Push ToyAges: For kids age 1 to 5
Retail Price: Around $15
Merchant Discount: Yes
Merchant: Buy.com
eBay: Find it on eBay.com
Remember that sound? Boy, it sure does ring some bells here - and this again remains one of the most popular toys for kids toddler age.
Merchant Info: Since 1957, kids haven’t been able to resist the popping action of this push toy! When your child pushes the Corn Popper along, plastic balls strike the inside of the plastic dome creating fun popping sound effects. It will keep your child motivated to keep moving.
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5. Classic Steel and Wood Red WagonAges: For kids 18 months to 5 years
Retail Price: Around $200
Merchant Discount: Yes
Merchant: Sears.com
eBay: Find it on eBay.com
Here is the classic steel and wood red wagon from Red Flyer. Although this is not the original "little red wagon" for kids, it remains that it is a long-standing classic and comes in on the hottest selling classic kids toys this year.
Merchant Info: The original little red wagon with high wooden stake sides and big brawny air tires that can handle any terrain.Full sized, all steel seamless body with no scratch edges.Extra long handle.No pinch ball joint. Handle folds under for easy storage.
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Although this list of the top 5 classic toys for kids represents the most popular of the "retro" toys this year, it is far from representing the entire collection. Whether you are shopping, or just revisiting old memories, here is a good place to check out the ones above - plus quite a few more:
- Top 10 Classic Toys for Kids 2010 - Squidoo Parenting and Kids
Tonya B. =D
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