The predicted best selling girl’s toys for 2009 have a definite bias towards animals, dolls and role-play. The Sylvanian Family make their customary appearance in the list as do the Hasbro’s FurReal virtual pets, together with the Go GO virtual hamsters from Character Options.
Animagic, Peanut the Playful Puppy
Just like a real pet puppy Peanut will play and respond with realistic sounds and movement. Stroke Peanut and he lift his ear, wag his tail and even bark – the more attention you give him then the more he’ll respond.
- Amazon – £33.74 – The Toy Shop.com – £49.99
Baby Annabell
Baby dolls have always been a girl’s favourite toy and Bay Annabell won’t disappoint. Just like a real baby she will gurgle and suck her dummy, drink from the bottle, cry, burp and even yawn. Send Annabell to sleep by slowly rocking her; squeeze her tummy and she will giggle or squeeze her toy sheep to hear a soft lullaby.
- Amazon – £34.89 – John Lewis – £33.70
Barbie & the Three Musketeers Corinne Doll
From the movie Barbie & the Three Musketeers this stunning Barbie Corinne Doll comes dressed in a stunning pink ball gown but whenever danger strikes she can transform into her Musketeer outfit with her skirt transforming into a cape and her tiara also serves as a handy mask so she can protect her identity.
- Amazon – £14.95 – John Lewis – £14.95
Cicciobello Love ‘n’ Care
Cicciobello is a gorgeous interactive baby doll that girls will love taking care of. The doll will respond to a loving touch and reacts differently every time you play. The idea is that girls will discover how to get the best reaction over time learn the basics of caring for others.
- Amazon – £39.99 – The Toy Shop.com – £39.99
Fluffy Goes Walkies
Certainly one of the cutest dogs around, Fluffy is an interactive toy dog who loves going for walkies, just like a real dog. Take her for a stroll on her glowing lead and watch how people react when you press the lead’s handle to make her bark.
- Amazon – £16.63 – The Toy Shop.com – £19.99
FurReal Friends Lulu my Cuddlin’ Kitty
A cute kitten that acts just like a real cat and responds to your touch, Lulu purrs and rolls over when you play. You’ll be amazed how realistic this pet cat can be, especially when she opens and closes her eyes, moves her head and purrs. Lulu comes with her own comb so you can keep her looking good and you also get a special owners certificate.
- Amazon – £44.59 – The Toy Shop.com – £49.99
GO GO Pets Hamsters
These interactive hamsters must be the cutest and most fun creatures yet? With artificial intelligence they can talk and move around in a playful way. Each with their own unique personality, kid’s will love looking after these miniature pets.
- Amazon – from £7.79
Pony In My Pocket Pony Arena
Your very own Gymkhana in a handy portable carry case – what more could a young girl want? The Pony in My Pocket Arena comes complete with two fuzzy pony figures, show jumps, prize podium and fences. All the pieces store away in a handy case so you take it round to your friends house or just as a convenient storage case.
- Amazon – £24.99 – The Toy Shop.com – £24.99
Liv Dolls Assortment
A new range of glamour dolls, Liv Dolls are modern, stylish and glamorous. The 4 individual dolls – Daniella, Katie, Sophie and Alexis have a unique combination of styles, fashions, and a soft-hair wig for cutting and styling.
Each doll comes with a unique code for accessing the Livworld website where they can update their diary, play games and shop ‘till they drop.
- Amazon – £22.99 – The Toy Shop.com £19.99
Sally Doll
A cute life-size doll, Sally has long blonde hair that she likes to style with pretty accessories and comes complete with a trendy outfit and ballet shoes. Suitable for girls aged 3 and over.
- Amazon – £22.99 – The Toy shop.com – £22.99
Sylvanian Families – The Caravan Flair
The ever popular Sylvanian family get two mentions this year. The new caravan is perfect for family holidays and weekends away and comes complete with seating, fold away beds and loads of accessories.
- Amazon – £34.01 – The Toy Shop.com – £37.99
Sylvanian Families – The Pleasure Boat Flair
Staying with the holiday theme this beautiful wooden cruiser is at home on the river as it is at sea. The Marita May can be unfolded to reveal decks and play areas as well as a galley and sleeping compartment.
- Amazon – £49.24 – John Lewis – £49.95
