Astra Announces Best Toys For 2013 Finalists
The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association has chosen 57 finalists for its Best Toys 2013 awards. This group of toys was selected from 550 toys. The nominees come from different categories.
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There is something for just about everyone. This list covers different age ranges and different types of play. This list of toys is compiled by experts in the industry who know what makes a great toy. Astra retailers will vote for their favorites to select the winning toys. Retailers will actually get a chance to play with all the toys before they vote. These are the toys that will be the most talked about during the 2013 holiday season. Some of the things that Astra looks for in toys are whether they are engaging, unique, open ended, and fun and safe. The winners are supposed to be announced sometime in June. Here are some of the nominees in each category.
Click Here To See The Full List Of The Best Toys Of 2013
There is something for just about everyone. This list covers different age ranges and different types of play. This list of toys is compiled by experts in the industry who know what makes a great toy. Astra retailers will vote for their favorites to select the winning toys. Retailers will actually get a chance to play with all the toys before they vote. These are the toys that will be the most talked about during the 2013 holiday season. Some of the things that Astra looks for in toys are whether they are engaging, unique, open ended, and fun and safe. The winners are supposed to be announced sometime in June. Here are some of the nominees in each category.
Active Play
Kicking Putt
When you mix soccer, kickball, and golf you get Kicking Putt. This fun outdoor game involves two players. Players toss a disc which serves as the hole. Players have to kick around rubber golf-like balls into the holes.
Tribute Kendama
Tribute Kendama brings a fun Japanese balancing board game to the United States. The game will test your eye hand coordination and creativity. There have been several knockoffs released here but this is the real thing.
Mini Micro 3 In 1 Scooter
Does your child want a scooter, but is too small for it? Then the Mini Micro 3 In 1 Scooter is for them. This scooter has a seat. When children grow up, the seat can be removed and they can ride the scooter normally.
OgoDisk RAO
The OgoDisk is a trampoline that you can hold in your hand. This trampoline features a convenient handle. You can bounce balls on it or even water balloons.
Creative Arts Play
All Duct Out
Here is a cool game that puts a spin on fashion. Kids create fashions out of duct tape. There is a bunch of ready to use templates. Kids can fun creating their own fashions as they get allducted out with fun accessories made out of duct tape.
Loodedoo
Little girls love making bracelets. Loodedoo makes making fun twisted bracelets easier than ever. You just have to wrap the threads around the device and turn the knob. Kids can make much more than bracelets. They can make necklaces, ankle bracelets, and belts. There are so many different combinations to try out.
Sunflowers Master Kitz
Do your children love art? Now children can become Van Gogh. Van Gogh was famous for his sunflower paintings. Many painters have tried to emulate the work of Van Gogh. Now children can try. This set comes with everything that children will need and step by step instructions.
PlushCraft Butterfly Pillow
Children can create their own butterfly pillow with this fun set. The best part is that there is no mess left behind. Children will learn the basics of number and pattern recognition. When you are done, the finished masterpiece can be displayed in your little girl’s room
Stick n Style Cupcake Clutch
With over 150 pieces, children can add fashion to their toy cup cakes. These sweet treats have never looked better. When you are done, they can even be used as a fashion accessory.
Games For 3 -7 Year Olds
BBQ Blitz
It’s every child’s dream to grow up and flip burgers. Okay, maybe not. However, this game let’s them do just that. Create your own burgers with your own toppings. Make sure you don’t drop them on the floor as you race to fill your paper plates with burgers.
Elephant Trunk
Elephant Trunk teaches children pattern and color recognition. They have to help Emmet the Elephant pack the right Trunk. The game has children rolling dice. It is for 2 to 4 players. It is a shorter game and meant to be finished in about 15 minutes.
Look Look
This game is a frantic fast paced matching game. You don’t know what you will have to match until you draw a card to reveal the challenge. The object is to race your opponent. The first player to have enough cards to spell the word “Look” twice wins the game. There are plenty of challenges to keep things fresh every time.
Feed The Woozle
Here is a fun cooperative game where children will have to work together. The object of the game is to feed the Woozle. Kids roll a die and have to place that many snacks on their spoon. Then they spin a wheel which tells them how they have to get to the wozzle. The game has players walking backwards and hopping while trying to keep the snacks on their spoon.
Constructive Play
Master Workbench
Children with big ideas can now have their own professional looking workbench. This set has shelves and storage. It has 38 different pieces. It can actually grow up with children thanks to the adjustable height counter.
Zoob Challenge
Remember the show Macgyver. This game has children trying to figure out how to solve different challenges. Children have to use the included pieces to solve the puzzle. There is no right answer and it is up to your creativity to solve the dilemma. This set includes 175 different pieces. There are 25 different puzzles to solve. It is great for building Math and Science skills.
Ogobild Nexus
Ogobild will have children building different extraterrestrial vehicles with 90 different options. There are wheels, hands, springs, and more. There are so many different possibilities. This construction game offers hours of fun and rewards creativity.
Nanoblock Musical Series Assortment
With Nanoblocks you have to build three dimensional puzzles. These puzzles will have you building very detailed musical instruments. The puzzles are challenging but fun to build.
SmartMax Basic Stunt
Children can build their own stunt sets with this 48 piece set. There are a variety of pieces to choose from including two ramps.
Kicking Putt
When you mix soccer, kickball, and golf you get Kicking Putt. This fun outdoor game involves two players. Players toss a disc which serves as the hole. Players have to kick around rubber golf-like balls into the holes.
Tribute Kendama
Tribute Kendama brings a fun Japanese balancing board game to the United States. The game will test your eye hand coordination and creativity. There have been several knockoffs released here but this is the real thing.
Mini Micro 3 In 1 Scooter
Does your child want a scooter, but is too small for it? Then the Mini Micro 3 In 1 Scooter is for them. This scooter has a seat. When children grow up, the seat can be removed and they can ride the scooter normally.
OgoDisk RAO
The OgoDisk is a trampoline that you can hold in your hand. This trampoline features a convenient handle. You can bounce balls on it or even water balloons.
Creative Arts Play
All Duct Out
Here is a cool game that puts a spin on fashion. Kids create fashions out of duct tape. There is a bunch of ready to use templates. Kids can fun creating their own fashions as they get allducted out with fun accessories made out of duct tape.
Loodedoo
Little girls love making bracelets. Loodedoo makes making fun twisted bracelets easier than ever. You just have to wrap the threads around the device and turn the knob. Kids can make much more than bracelets. They can make necklaces, ankle bracelets, and belts. There are so many different combinations to try out.
Sunflowers Master Kitz
Do your children love art? Now children can become Van Gogh. Van Gogh was famous for his sunflower paintings. Many painters have tried to emulate the work of Van Gogh. Now children can try. This set comes with everything that children will need and step by step instructions.
PlushCraft Butterfly Pillow
Children can create their own butterfly pillow with this fun set. The best part is that there is no mess left behind. Children will learn the basics of number and pattern recognition. When you are done, the finished masterpiece can be displayed in your little girl’s room
Stick n Style Cupcake Clutch
With over 150 pieces, children can add fashion to their toy cup cakes. These sweet treats have never looked better. When you are done, they can even be used as a fashion accessory.
Games For 3 -7 Year Olds
BBQ Blitz
It’s every child’s dream to grow up and flip burgers. Okay, maybe not. However, this game let’s them do just that. Create your own burgers with your own toppings. Make sure you don’t drop them on the floor as you race to fill your paper plates with burgers.
Elephant Trunk
Elephant Trunk teaches children pattern and color recognition. They have to help Emmet the Elephant pack the right Trunk. The game has children rolling dice. It is for 2 to 4 players. It is a shorter game and meant to be finished in about 15 minutes.
Look Look
This game is a frantic fast paced matching game. You don’t know what you will have to match until you draw a card to reveal the challenge. The object is to race your opponent. The first player to have enough cards to spell the word “Look” twice wins the game. There are plenty of challenges to keep things fresh every time.
Feed The Woozle
Here is a fun cooperative game where children will have to work together. The object of the game is to feed the Woozle. Kids roll a die and have to place that many snacks on their spoon. Then they spin a wheel which tells them how they have to get to the wozzle. The game has players walking backwards and hopping while trying to keep the snacks on their spoon.
Constructive Play
Master Workbench
Children with big ideas can now have their own professional looking workbench. This set has shelves and storage. It has 38 different pieces. It can actually grow up with children thanks to the adjustable height counter.
Zoob Challenge
Remember the show Macgyver. This game has children trying to figure out how to solve different challenges. Children have to use the included pieces to solve the puzzle. There is no right answer and it is up to your creativity to solve the dilemma. This set includes 175 different pieces. There are 25 different puzzles to solve. It is great for building Math and Science skills.
Ogobild Nexus
Ogobild will have children building different extraterrestrial vehicles with 90 different options. There are wheels, hands, springs, and more. There are so many different possibilities. This construction game offers hours of fun and rewards creativity.
Nanoblock Musical Series Assortment
With Nanoblocks you have to build three dimensional puzzles. These puzzles will have you building very detailed musical instruments. The puzzles are challenging but fun to build.
SmartMax Basic Stunt
Children can build their own stunt sets with this 48 piece set. There are a variety of pieces to choose from including two ramps.