It is two months until Christmas.
So to give weary parents a head start and a chance to escape frantic last minute shopping, Kmart Australia has revealed the most popular toys on kids’ wish lists this year.
Featured in the store’s 2024 Hottest Toy guide are plenty of high quality, on-trend buys under $30, spanning across Marvel-themed goods, games, plush toys and of course, slime.
‘We understand that the magic of Christmas lies in the moments shared with loved ones,’ Kmart’s Chief Merchandise Officer, Callum Smith, told FEMAIL.
‘That’s why this year, Kmart’s toy selection is designed to bring excitement and joy to families.
These are our hot picks under $30:
Marvel Spider-Man RC Drone, $20
Age range: 8+
One of the hottest and most affordable buys this year, parents can’t go wrong with this super cool Spider-Man drone. The 23cm gadget is set to be the star of playtime, but is best operated by someone over eight years old with decent dexterity skills.
One of the hottest and most affordable buys this year, parents can’t go wrong with this super cool Spider-Man drone
Jada Hollywood Rides Marvel Spider-Man R/C Buggy Toy, $29
Age range: 6+
Equally as fabulous, this Spider-Man buy will see kids zooming their little Marvel pal around the yard or park for hours. It’s 25cm wide and required three AAA alkaline batteries which are not included.
Equally as fabulous, this Spider-Man buy will see kids zooming their little Marvel pal around the yard or park for hours
Mega Fashion Design Studio Sets, $15
Age range: 6+
Kids can design their very own clothes with this viral kit that’s already starting to sell out across the country. It includes a fashion design book, a make up model book, sticker sheets, paint brushes, pencils, paint cakes and stencils.
Kids can design their very own clothes with this viral kit that’s already starting to sell out across the country
ToyMania Oozey Goozey Vending Machine, $15
You can’t go wrong with slime – and this unboxing experience asks kids to pop in a coin and twist a knob to earn their prize. It comes with 15 balls each filled with either slime, mix-ins or charms. Once they’ve all been redeemed, kids can then refill the balls and place them back on the top of the box.
Age range: 6+
You can’t go wrong with slime – and this unboxing experience asks kids to pop in a coin and twist a knob to earn their prize
Kenzie Bear, $12
Age range: 6+ months
One of the cutest presents with the most meaning this year, the uber-soft Kenzie Bear is a special creation released each Christmas. $2 from every bear sold will be donated to The Salvation Army to support Australian and New Zealand families in need.
One of the cutest presents with the most meaning this year, the uber-soft Kenzie Bear is a special creation released each Christmas
1182 Piece Mini Blocks Flower Series: Cherry Blossom Tree, $29
Age range: 10+
This gorgeous buy will see your child (and perhaps even yourself) construct a lovely flower decor piece in the shape of a cherry blossom. It has a gorgeous bamboo base and makes for a pretty decoration once finished.
This gorgeous buy will see your child (and perhaps even yourself) construct a lovely flower decor piece in the shape of a cherry blossom
Assorted Fugglers, $10
Age range: 4+
Easily one of the hottest toys this year, these adorable little ‘ugly’ monsters are at the top of lists around the country. Sitting at about 24cm, the plush toys are available in a range of colours and shapes and have their own odd ‘personalities’ for kids to enjoy.
Easily one of the hottest toys this year, these adorable little ‘ugly’ monsters are at the top of lists around the country
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