Holiday Gift Guide – Best Toys 2011

Welcome to the AkronOhioMoms.com Holiday Gift Guide. Our mom bloggers and kids have tested each and every toy on the list. This is our list and recommendations for the Best Toys 2011! Browse the below holiday gift guide, check out our full reviews on each, and show us some love by following the link to Amazon.com to purchase.

K NEX 900 Value TubBest value for your money and endless building fun with 900 building block pieces. Ages 5+SHOP NOW! read the review	My Little Pony Pinkie Pie’s RC CarRemote Control car for girls. Pinkie Pie’s Car goes Forward & Reverse, with Lights, and Music. Ages 3+SHOP NOW! read the review	KRE-O Transformers Bumblebee Construction Set2-in-1 KRE-O constructions set allows you to build both the robot and the vehicle. Ages 7-14SHOP NOW! read the review
ArchiQuest Wooden Building BlocksBeautifully illustrated blocks inspired by real architecture, castle themes & more.SHOP NOW! read the review	NASCAR Unleashed for Wii Great grahics and visuals for realistic racing action. E for EveryoneSHOP NOW! read the review	Weird and Wacky Contraption LabToy experiment lab 60 mix and match pieces to build contraptions. Ages 8+SHOP NOW! read the review
Sesame Street Elmo’s Find & Learn Alphabet Blocks Interactive toy, Elmo teaches kids letters and sounds. Ages 2-4SHOP NOW! read the review	EzyRoller Ultimate Riding MachineNon-electronic fun riding toy similar to scooter for indoor/outdoor. Ages 4-14+SHOP NOW! read the review	Crib Life Doll Stylish, hip baby dolls that like shopping and tech gadgets. Ages 5+SHOP NOW! read the review
Curious Critters (Ohio Author)Book on North American animals with gorgeous photographs. Ages 4-8SHOP NOW! read the review	Cabela’s Adventure Camp for WiiSuper fast down hill biking, kayaking, archery, skeet shooting and more. E for everyoneSHOP NOW! read the review	ClickN KIDS Computer Game subscription to Teach Phonics, Spelling, and Reading. Ages 4+ SHOP NOW! read the review
Ripley’s Believe it or Not – Strikingly TrueBook on everything strange, bizarre, and simply amazingSHOP NOW! read the review	K’NEX Sesame Street Building BlocksElmo’s Rainy Day Building Set and Cookie Monster’s Sunny Day Building Set. Ages 2-5SHOP NOW! read the review	Caboodles Girl Cosmetic CaseTrendy make up case for girls teens with mirror and storage in hot colors. Ages girls – teensSHOP NOW! read the review
MONTE CARLO on BLU-RAY and DVDSelena Gomez romantic comedy, good for girls and teens.SHOP NOW! read the review	KRE-O Autobot Ratchet2-in-1 187 piece Transformers Construction Kit makes Autobot Ratchet and Ambulance. Ages 7-14SHOP NOW! read the review	Jesus Storybook Bible352 pages of beautifully kid-focused illustrations and remarkable Bible stories Ages 4-7SHOP NOW! read the review
Centipede Infestation from ATARI WiiRun and Gun Shooter game, shoot bugs. E for EveryoneSHOP NOW! read the review	Kiwi CrateSubscription-based activity & crafts service for kids for delivered to you.SHOP NOW! read the review	Poppin Park Elefun Busy Ball Popper3 ways to play with 360 degree rotating elephant that pops balls out of trunk9 months + SHOP NOW! read the review
My Twinn DollCustom doll created by skilled artisans to resemble your daugter matching eyes, face, hair, etc. Ages 3- teensSHOP NOW! read the review	DreamWorks Super Star Kartz for WiiDreamWorks Animation all-stars like Shrek, Donkey, Alex, Hiccup, B.O.B. challenge each other. E for EveryoneSHOP NOW! read the review	Hasbro Tonka Flip The Bounce Back RacerRemote control for toddlers, flips when against wall, drives on both sides, easy controller. Ages 3+.SHOP NOW! read the review
Play-Doh Twirl ‘N Top Pizza ShopCreate your own pizza from crust to toppings to cutting and servingSHOP NOW! read the review	Voice Rockrz MICAmplifies voice and 3 voice effects for boys and girls ages 3+SHOP NOW! read the review	Largus Sound Booster for iPod Touch and iPhoneAmplify music up to 10 dB from iPod Touch iPhone without batteriesSHOP NOW! read the review
WEEBLES Turn ‘n Tumble HomeToy with lots of music, songs, tumbling, spinning, dropping, riding, sliding, and more. Ages 12 months +SHOP NOW! read the review	ProtoSnapProtoSnap methods and the Aduino programming tools excellent to involve kids in invention.Ages Teens+ SHOP NOW! read the review	Electronic Scrabble FlashPlay Scrabble the ThinkGeek.com way by sliding, swapping, and shuffling as fast as you can. Ages 8+ SHOP NOW! read the review
Moose MugsMoose Mugs from National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation movie, punch bowl also available.SHOP NOW! read the review	K’NEX Garage Building Set125 K’NEX building pieces to make garage with closing garage door, and 2 vehicles. Ages 5+SHOP NOW! read the review	Casio PRIZM (fx-CG10)Graphing calculator that is straightforward, easy marked keys, color display. SHOP NOW! read the review
Wheel Pals Fold ‘N Go Farm PlaysetFarm theme Wheel Pals travel playset with 2 Wheel Pals. Ages 18 months +SHOP NOW! read the review	The Trash Pack TrashiesMiniature, collectible figures and playsets with gross names that kids love. Ages 4+SHOP NOW! read the review	My Little Pony Princess CelestiaPrincess Celestia’s wings light up and move up and down, and speaks 12 phrases. Ages 3+ SHOP NOW! read the review
The Tuneables DVD teaches kids age-appropriate music, tonal patterns, rhythmic skills, and voice range. Ages 3-8SHOP NOW! read the review	Edge Robotic Arm KitThinkGeek.com Kit to build a robot that picks up objects at your command with remote controller. SHOP NOW! read the review	Christmas Vacation Snow GlobeNational Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation Snow Globe topped with Cousin Eddie’s RV.SHOP NOW! read the review
FishEyesFishing Rod and Reel with Underwater Video Camera, see the fish in real time. SHOP NOW! read the review	K’NEX NASCAR Micro Building SetMirco building set with authentic NASCAR sponsor logosSHOP NOW! read the review	Playskool Deci-BotTeaches kids numbers, adding, and subtracting. Ages 3+SHOP NOW! read the review
Fijit FriendsRobotic Interactive Dance Toy for Girls ages 6-Tween.SHOP NOW! read the review	Disney’s Imagination Movers ShowAkron Civic Theatre on April 22, 2012, Ages 2+SHOP NOW! read the review	Disney On Ice in ClevelandDare to Dream on January 6 -16, 2011 at Quicken Loans Arena, Ages 2+SHOP NOW! read the review
Backyard Discovery Playset10% Off now through Dec 31, 2011SHOP NOW! read the review	Eye Can ArtAward winning crafts and arts kits for kidsSHOP NOW! read the review	Brave Irene Book & CDRead by Meryl Streep Ages 4-8SHOP NOW! read the review
PoochPlanet Dog BedWashable and Eco Friendly plush dog bed.SHOP NOW! read the review	Epson Moviemate 62 ProjectorA Portable, Affordable Home TheatersSHOP NOW! read the review	MORPHOLOGYFamily Creativity Game with Props! Ages 13+SHOP NOW! read the review
Automatic Mini Donut FactoryNostalgia Electrics donut factory for donut making fun. SHOP NOW!read the review	Perplexus 3-D Puzzle ToysMultidimensional puzzles for kids 4-AdultsSHOP NOW! read the review	Kidorable GearAdorable rain coats, boots, backpacks, and more for boys and girls. Ages 1–6SHOP NOW! read the review
UNO RobotoInteractive UNO game for 2-6 players Ages 7+SHOP NOW! read the review	Crayola Gift GuideCrayon tower, glow book, jewelry boutique, art case. Ages 6+SHOP NOW! read the review	LalaoopsyWhimsical 13″ doll with and 3? Mini SHOP NOW! read the review
TONKA XT Ricochet Tricksters RC CarRC Car with signature tricks. Ages 6+SHOP NOW! read the review	Leonardo Da Vinci Catapult KitWorking replica of catapult kit. Ages 12+SHOP NOW! read the review	Jesus Storybook BibleEnjoyable kids storybook Bible with illustrations. Ages 4–6SHOP NOW! read the review

Cindy

Founder and Lead Blogger at Akron Ohio Moms

Cindy is the top Akron Blogger with her own take on awesome brands for families, where to vacation for families, a beat on local activities and family fun, a knack for getting moms to share , and a house that is always 2 weeks away from a complete remodel!