Best Toys for Kids in 2026
Every year, the editors at CNET pretend we’re kids again, playtesting our way through all kinds of gadgets, games, STEM kits, puzzles and more to cut through the endless options and find the very best toys. After hours of real play, and plenty of help from our experts at home (aka our children), we uncovered 2026’s most exciting toys. They range from Pokemon Lego sets to ’90s throwbacks and dolls inspired by everyone’s favorite animated demon hunters. Whether you’re shopping for your own kid or someone else’s, these handpicked gifts are sure to bring smiles this holiday season.
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Lego Pokemon Smart Play Training House with Pikachu
There’s Lego, then there’s Lego with a fancy new Smart Brick. This Pikachu set is part of the Lego and Pokemon collaboration that launched earlier this year and contains the Smart Brick that lights up and makes noises unique to...
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