The Toy Industry Association selected the following toys as the “Toys of the year” at the 2009 American International Toy Fair.
Activity Toy: Crayola Color Wonder Magic Light Brush
For Boys: Bakugan Battle Brawlers Battle Pack - Spheres
Educational: Leapfrog Tag Reading System
for Girls; Playmobile Horse Farm
Electronic: Fur Real Friends Biscuit my Lovin Pup
Infant/Preschool: Elmo Live
Most Innovative: Air Hogs Zero Gravity Micro Car
Outdoor: Crayola 3-D Sidewalk Chalk
Specialty: Create Your Own Pop-Up Books
Game of the year: Bananagrams
Toy of the year: Bakugan Battle Brawlers Battle Pack - Spheres
Toy provide a fascinating view not only into what kids are interested in today, but also on the impact of technology on their world. I encourage you to check out the items on this list - who knows, you might want one for yourself even if you don't have kids. (Serioulsy, who can resist a car that can climb walls?)