This holiday season, one of the biggest categories of toys kids will want is from major media franchises. This isn’t just Disney Channel or Disney movies. It also includes old favorites like GI Joe and Star Wars. The best thing about these gifts is that you can already gauge the reaction of your children if they enjoyed watching the shows or movies. This is what makes this category attractive to parents looking to get the right gift. However, there are some disadvantages. In a way, you pay for the comfort of knowing that your child will be happy with their choice. The simple fact is that brand name toys often cost more than a generic item. There is good news this year though, as many retailers like Toys R’Us are aggressively slashing prices to make these toys salable. Here are some great holiday gift options for franchise products.
Star Wars is already an iconic brand with six movies and countless toys, books, and video games. It is literally becoming its own universe. One good thing about getting Star Wars related toys is that the brand has managed to revamp itself for each new generation of young children. It also innovates and branches out. You no longer have the model ships and figurines that you probably had as a child. You can already get the Lego kits. Video games and other toys are tied to the franchise. Star Wars has even harnessed cutting-edge technology with its Yoda force trainer, which allows kids to control the game with their minds using state-of-the-art sensors.
Disney has several popular brands that are becoming popular toys this year. The most famous is the Hannah Montana doll and outfit, as well as the Disney princess collection. Girls of any age will want items from this collection. Disney princesses are also getting a big boost with the release of The Princess and the Frog this December. The movie is getting a lot of attention in the press for its good reviews and innovative princess. So if her daughter hasn’t shown interest, be prepared for her pleading after watching the movie.
Another popular brand that has come back to the forefront is GI Joe. The toy line is already iconic and has a history as old as another famous toy, Barbie. However, the line is getting new characters for figurines, as well as vehicle models and possibly a couple of video game titles. So find some interesting toys that your child will be interested in, especially if you took him to see the movie.
Once again, transformers are likely to be high on many young children’s wish lists. This is another popular franchise that has only gotten better with the release of Transformers 2 this past summer. In addition to the popular transforming toys, there are now other accessories such as helmets, toy weapons, and of course, video games. So be careful getting items from this line if your son, nephew, or grandson has shown any interest.
One additional thing you can do for your children this Christmas is have them receive a letter from Santa. You can order them from online vendors for a decent price and have them customized. They also come with an authentic Santa Claus signature and a North Pole postmark. This is a great way to make Christmas magical for your children.