Despite the gadget-crazed society we live in, we think kids should play with toys. By that we mean actual toys.  Since Christmas is all about giving (and more fun for kids), give them the gift of letting them be themselves by buying  kids toys for Christmas. (Along with the obligatory gadgets.)  Go old-school by reading our fantastic selection of Christmas toys for good little boys and girls. At these affordable prices, you can be good, too.

Christmas Toys for Girls

Most of us wanted a dog and you probably have a little girl in your home that wants one, too. So say, Yes. It’s never been easier to give in with FurReal Biscuit My Lovin’ Pup, £79.95 (RRP: £99.95). He is the perfect Christmas toy for girls because he does what real dogs do, such as sitting up, lying down, responding to your touch, being affectionate, begging, making cute puppy noises and even giving you his paw to shake. Fortunately for you, he doesn’t do everything that real dogs do: poo everywhere, chew everything, bark at everyone. She gets a dog and you don’t get a headache.

Christmas Toy Necessities: 6x D batteries

Next on our girlie toy list for Christmas is Barbie. You remember her? It was so much fun driving her Corvette and dressing her up for a big night out with Ken. Now, she’s a vet: Barbie ‘I Can Be’ Kitty Care Vet, £19.95. She comes with a sonogram machine, a doctor bag, an examination table and more. Your aspiring vet can even go online for more vet activities. We think playing with a toy that teaches girls that they can be anything is a Christmas treat in itself.

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Christmas Toys for Boys

Give your little lad the original boy toy this Christmas: Vtech KidiTalkie, £27.95 (RRP: 29.95). He can chat to his best mate, send messages and even play games. Even the walkietalkie has had an upgrade. Other pretty cool pluses, it has e-cards, e-gifts, animations, lip synch technology and a range of one kilometre.

Christmas Toy Necessities: 3x AA batteries

Another boy-toy original, the Infrared J-Kart, £19.95, is a remote-controlled kart that drives, jumps, drifts and flies. If your lad loves speed, he’ll love this toy for Christmas, which has a boost button to leap over obstacles. And the batteries are included.

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By Christina Caicedo