Toys"R"Us Announces the 2009 Christmas Hot List

While times and trends change, one thing remains constant – every Christmas, kids dream of tearing the wrapping off their Christmas presents to reveal the toys that topped their wish list.

Toys”R”Us Australia reveals what the hottest toys are for Christmas plus some helpful tips to keep in mind when shopping for gifts, including:

There is no ONE hot toy for every child – while attention may be paid to once specific hot toy each year, that item is not necessarily appropriate for every child. The hottest toy for a five-year old girl may not appear on an eight-year old boy’s wish list. The age and interest of a child are key factors in determining the perfect gift. Shoppers can rely in the toy trained associates at Toys”R”Us stores to help them find the perfect present.

Quality and Value Matter. Value has two components: what consumers pay for an item and what they get for that price. Toys that lasts for years to come and provided open-ended play are among the most sought-after items during the Christmas season. With thousands of toys to choose from, Toys”R”Us stores have the best and biggest assortment of products that offer both quality AND value.

Availability of hot products is important. Parents are determined to find the toys on their kids wish lists. With new toy shipments arriving to Toys”R”Us stores daily throughout the Christmas season, parents and gift-givers have a better chance of finding the hottest toys in-stock at Toys”R”Us than anywhere else.

The 2009 Toys”R”Us Christmas Hot List is outlined below and includes the fabulous 15, which represent the best toys of the season.

The Toys”R”Us Fabulous 15 Toys for Christmas:

Sesame Street Original Tickle me Elmo - Exclusive to Toys”R”Us
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Contstructicon Devastator
Fab Girl Barbie Doll
Totally Me Airbrush Tattoo – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us
Toy Story Interactive Talking Buzz and Woody – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us
Smart Trike Deluxe – Pink and Green Colours Exclusive to Toys”R”Us
Action 3.0 (10ft) Tramp and Enclosure
Eezy Peezy Solar Play House – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us
Step 2 Sand & Water Cart – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us
Super Mario Brothers Game
Bakugan Collectors Edition Game – Exclusive version to Toys”R”Us
Sony PS3 120 GB Console
DJ Hero Bundle for PS3
Nintendo Wii Fit Plus
Club Penguin Igloo Playset


THE TOYS”R”US 2009 CHRISTMAS HOT LIST:

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Learning Farm – RRP 199.99
Babies and toddlers can have fun on the farm as they learn about animals, the alphabet, counting opposites, colours and more in this double-sided role-play activity centre. The magic begins when little ones open the barn door and crawl through, triggering sing-along songs, lights and music, sounds and fun phrases. In learning mode, kids are introduced to animal names, the sounds they make and the food they eat. While in music mode, a selection of songs will delight even the tiniest tots, with a selection of classics and fresh tunes.
(Ages 6 – 36 months.)

Fisher-Price Little Superstar 2-in-1 Band Walker – Exclusive to TRU – RRP 99.99
Add to the thrill of learning to walk with exciting musical accompaniment on a sturdy push-along walker! Baby can sit and play toe tapping, pressing, spinning and singing along with the band. There are pages to turn, busy activities, lively music, dancing lights, fun sounds and even rewarding phrases.
(Ages 6 – 36 months)

Sesame Street Original Tickle me Elmo – Exclusive to TRU – RRP 69.99
After more than a decade of bringing laughter to kids of all ages, The Original Tickle Me Elmo is back, exclusively to Toys”R”Us. Tickle him once and he’ll giggle. Tickle him twice and he’ll laugh. Tickle him three times and watch him shake with laughter! When Elmo’s tummy is squeezed, he’ll let kids know, “That tickles!” as he breaks out in laughter. This classic toy started a phenomenon when it was first release and still brings loads of laughter to kids of all ages today.
(Ages 18 months to 4 years)

Tonka Chuck My Talking Truck – RRP 79.99
Chuck is a talking truck who's always got something to say! It's so much fun getting him to speak one of seven electronic phrases, because his mouth moves when he talks! Turn the wheels, tilt back his dump bed to unload big hauls, or move him around using the easy-to-grip handle! The Chuck My Talking Dump Truck toy is revved up, ready for adventure and filled with things to talk about!
(Ages 2 years +)

Uno Moo – RRP 39.99
UNO Moo Farm Animal Matching Game. The farm animals have come out of their barn to play UNO! Round them up by matching colours or animals. Is there a blue pig on the barn roof? Match it with any blue animal or any colour pig. You can also play a farmer; he's wild and matches anything! The first player to get all of their figures back in the barn wins! Includes 1 play-and-store barn, 28 animals and farmer figures.

Get all your farm friends back in the barn by matching their colours or smiling faces! The first player to get all his or her figures back in the barn wins. A good introduction to reciprocal game play, UNO Moo helps children learn how to take turns and reinforces appropriate social behaviour as players become aware of the concept of winning and learn to become gracious winners and losers. In addition, children can practice matching and colour recognition skills as they discover similarities and differences in the animals' faces and body colours. Plus, the short duration of each game is a real help for children who have attention difficulties.
(Ages 3 years+)

Fisher-Price Computer Cool School – RRP 129.99
Get ready for school with five learning centres! This kid-friendly keyboard transforms your computer into a complete get-ready-for-school system! Five learning centres are full of skill-building activities in reading, writing, math, science, art and music, each offering a well-rounded and carefully planned curriculum — just like preschool.
Computer Cool School is a great way to introduce your child to computers, and it also helps develop keyboarding skills kids need for school. To the right of the keyboard is a tablet with an attached stylus for writing and drawing. The position of the stylus adjusts so it’s as comfortable for lefties to use as it is for right-handers. We’ve included templates to help your child learn to form letters and numbers, 100+ printable activity sheets and a learning CD to get your child started. It’s easy to set up and connect to your computer and comes with its own USB cord. You’ll appreciate the password-protected controls that block your child from accessing your computer desktop or websites.
(Ages 3 years+)

Fisher-Price Fun To Learn Smart Sports – RRP 129.99
The Fisher-Price Fun to Learn Smart Sports is a TV-interactive system that lets kids choose from three sports—baseball, tennis or golf—for plenty of physical activity and learning fun. Character friends lead the way through nine exciting interactive games, with multiple levels of play. Kids will have a blast swinging away in active play, giving brain power a boost right along with physical movement.
(Ages 3 years +)

The WotWots Zoom Along – RRP 75.99
Wild times are heading your way—and fast!—with this adorable electronic Zoom Along doll – Choose from Spotty Wot or Dotty Wot. Press a button and your whimsical WotWots friend plays funny songs from the show and even the toe-tapping theme song. Then, before you know it, SpottyWot and DottyWot is zipping and zooming all over in their chairs just like they do on TV! Race after the WotWots dolls to see what they are going to explore next and laugh along as they giggle with glee! The wild and wacky electronic WotWots dolls play music and sounds as they zip all around the room in their special chair!
(Ages 18 months +)

Battle Strikers Turbo Tops Tournament Set – RRP 59.99
Battle Strikers Turbo tops puts a new spin on combat battling tops by letting kids launch without ripcords or pull strings, while offering unprecedented control. Kids rev up handled turbo launcher, which reaches speeds of 6000 RPM, and release their striker top into the battle arena to compete against an opponent. Once the battle strikers are launched, kids can direct their tops with the flick of a fingertip through a magnetic controller that fits over two fingers. With 16 types of Strikers to collect, players can mix and match components to customize as they prepare for battle.
(Ages 6 years +)

Nerf N-Strike Raider Rapid Fire CS-35 – RRP 69.99
Ready to take on any dart challenge, this Nerf Blaster has the capacity to hold up to 35 Nerf darts at once, ensuring kids will have a blast long before ever need to reload. Providing versatility, the Nerf Raider can instantly switch to fire mode to unleash a rapid stream of 35 darts. A removable stock and tactical rail system complete the package, allowing players to customize their blaster for every scenario.
(Ages 6 years +)

Toy Story Interactive Talking Buzz and Woody – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us – RRP 149.99
Buzz Lightyear and Woody are back from their owner Andy's toy box, and just like in the movies, they banter and bicker just like real pals. With this Toys"R"Us exclusive, kids can choose between three different interactive modes to hear these buddies speak individually or with each other, using their actual voices from the movies. Between Buzz and Woody, the duo can say over 100 phrases, including lines from Toy Story and Toy Story 2, along with additional buddy interactions.

Press a button to start one figure talking and the other will respond! Or use the Stand Alone mode for individual play. Buzz Lightyear has poseable arms and legs and stands 12 inches tall. Soft bodied Woody has a removable hat and stands 16 inches tall. Together they have over 100 phrases and sound effects
(Ages 4 years +)

Bakugan Baku Belt Pack – RRP 29.99
Love the thrills and excitement of Bakugan Battle Brawlers? Make sure your power levels are high and that you're prepared for anything with the Bakugan BakuBelt Value Pack. Live out all the fun of the anime series as you swing into action like never before.
(Ages 5 years +)

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Contstructicon Devastator – RRP 169.99
Take control of the ultimate weapon in the evil Decepticon army with this monstrous Transformers Action figure that can be built by combining six different construction vehicles known as Constructicons. Before converting into Devastator, you can set them up, waiting to ambush the heroic Autobots at a construction site with these robots in disguise. After changing into its ultimate form, Devatator can unleash its weapons with lights and sounds that bring excitement of this summer’s blockbuster film, Transformers, Revenge of the Fallen to life.
(Ages 5 years +)

Lego Star Wars Anniversary Edition Home One Mon Calamari Star Cruiser – RRP 199.99
Modeled after scene from Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi, this construction set, available exclusively to Toys”R”Us contains enough pieces to build a classic Mon Calamari Star Cruiser’s Command deck, briefing room and repair hangar. This massive set also comes with an A-wing fighter, featuring an opening cockpit, rear doors and two flick missiles.
(Ages 9 – 14 years)

Baby Alive Learns To Potty Doll – RRP 109.99
Playing "mummy" is even more realistic with this sweet baby doll! Press the doll's bracelet to "wake" her up. It's time to eat! Mix her special food and feed her, using her bowl and spoon she really "chews" her food and even "drink" from her bottle - and tell you how much she likes it! And since she's "potty training", she'll also let you know when she needs to go. Better hurry, though! Put her on the potty and she'll go to the toilet. But if you don't get there in time, you might hear her say, "Oops. I had an accident!" Change baby's messy diaper and she'll be happy once again. Is that a yawn? Sounds like baby is sleepy. Cradle her in your arms or put her down for a nap. The realistic baby doll encourages valuable, imaginative role-play for future "mummies"-in-training, while also helping to teach a sense of responsibility and good, old-fashioned tender, loving care!
(Ages 3 years +)

Fab Girl Barbie Doll – RRP 49.99
Fashion intern by day, fashionista by night! Pull the “gems” on Barbie® doll's hairstyle to create a fabulous updo, and her striped pencil skirt reverses to a satiny pink bubble skirt for a glamorous transformation from day to evening. Doll comes with fashion portfolio, clutch, clipboard, “coffee,” makeup, fake lashes and more to complete the look! The fashion portfolio reveals an exclusive code to unlock Barbie® doll's profile page online.
(Ages 3 years +)

Aqua Sand Lights Up Castle – RRP 59.99
Make your Aqua Sand experience even more magical with the Light-Up Kingdom! Fill your tank with water, add the medieval castle, pour in your aqua sand and create your own underwater light up world! Watch as the magical lights change from red, to blue, to green, all underwater. It’s the amazing Aqua Sand, the magical sand that never gets wet!
(Ages: 4 years +)

Just Like Home Smart Electronic Kitchen – RRP 119.99
Your child will learn an early love of cooking with this Just Like Home Smart Kitchen playset, a Toys 'R' Us exclusive. With a complete set of play cooking utensils, cookware, and play food, it replicates the experience of preparing a meal without any messy cleanup. The Smart Kitchen is multifunctional and interactive; it has sound effects and smart burners that detect what's cooking. The pans sizzle, the pots bubble, and the kettle whistles. And when your child is done cooking, the sink uses real water for cleaning!
(Ages: 2 years +)

Get Up N Move Interactive Studio –RRP 89.99
Learn 5 new dance routines! The Get Up N Move Interactive Studio includes iTRAKR , Bracelet, Stepper, Activity Mat and 40 Minute Dance Along DVD
(Ages: 6 years +)

Magic Fabric Creation Studio – RRP 59.99
Bring out the creative master in you and use Magic Fabric, fabric that "magically" sticks together so that you can create your very own amazing puffy characters. It won't stick to anything else! Just design you character, roll it through the Magic Fabric Creation Studio and your design magically joins together! No sewing, no glue, no heat, fabric sticks to itself.
(Ages 6 years +)

Moxie Girlz Magic Hair Doll – RRP 59.99
A moxie girl is full of energy and self-confidence. She’s a loyal friend who faces challenges with courage, vigour, and poise. She’s unique, bright, empowered, brave and stylish. Moxie Girls™ can do anything!
Moxie Girls Magic Makeover will fill you with excitement over all the cool new hairstyles you can choose for your Moxie Girls. When you’re in the mood for a makeover, just pop on one of the funky fashion heads and your friends will be flipping their wigs over your Moxie Girls hot new look!
(Ages 4 years +)

Liv Dolls – RRP 39.99
This new collection of dolls, designed to look like real teenagers, merges the world of fashion play with an online community. Using a code provided with each doll, children can peer into the daily routine of the Liv girls, Daniela, Sophie, Katie and Alexis, when they visit www.livworld.com, which offers daily diary entries, virtual closets filled with fashions, webisodes, games and more. Beyond offering a real teen perspective, each Liv doll comes with realistic glass-like eyes, 14 points of articulation for greater poseability and wigs that allow children to easily switch their doll's hairstyle or colour.
(Ages 3 years +)

Totally Me Airbrush Tattoo – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us – RRP 29.99
The Totally Me Airbrush Tattoo Kit features 24 stencils and 10 colours to help you airbrush cool tattoos that are easy to apply and easy to remove. Try a new design every day! This set also includes an airsprayer, easel and instructions. Colours and contents may vary.
(Ages 6 years +)

Smart Trike Deluxe – RRP 189.99
The 3-in-1 Trike features an adjustable telescopic 5-position steering handle, allowing the parent to take control while the child is learning to ride. The built-in clutch gives the option of ride control to the parent or to the child. The Smart Trike Deluxe also includes a bottle holder, play phone and washable padded seat cover. Exclusive colours, pink and green available only at Toys”R”Us
(Ages 10 months +)

Barbie 6V Sports Car Ride-on – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us – RRP 299.99
The Barbie Sports Car is one fashionable ride on for all girls. Featuring the all pink one seater ride on for girls, this car is sure to get any girl to all the places she needs to be. Powered by a 6 volt battery and featuring mag wheels and lowered styling for cool cruising. Battery and charger included.
(Ages 18 months +)

Action 3.0 (10ft) Trampoline and Enclosure – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us - RRP 599.99
The trampoline and enclosure combo that is perfect for almost any Aussie backyard with 4 legs for greater stability, 20mm padding across springs for safety and a fully-galvanised frame that is weather-resistant and longer lasting. The UV stabilised mats allow for longer-lasting elasticity and the unique frame locking mechanism lets you easily move the trampoline when mowing the lawn! Easy to assemble with clip-together frame. Enclosure includes padding and weather-resistant covers on poles for longer-lasting fun!
(Ages 3 years + )

Big Backyard Westvale Wooden Outdoor Play Centre – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us – RRP 1499.00
Have backyard adventures of gigantic proportions! The Westvale Wooden Play Centre features a wood playhouse with homestyle windows and a high top roof. The homestyle windows allow your children to enjoy authentic role play, while allowing you to keep an eye on them while they play.
Also includes a rock wall and rope ladder for climbing, a picnic bench, 2 belt swings, a deluxe glider for one or 2 people and an 2.4m high rail slide. It also has 2 clubhouse windows, wave slide and decorative sunburst roof. Has a write on/wipe off chalkboard and sandbox to promote imaginative play.
(Ages 3 years +)

Eezy Peezy Solar Play House – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us –RRP 499.99
A great way and place for play and learning is the Solar Pl ayhouse! Real solar panels that power working fan, lights and sound. Includes weather vane, flower boxes and recycling bins.
(Ages 2 years +)

Happy Hop Castle Barnyard Bouncer – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us –RRP 549.99
Fun for the toddlers and bigger kids with this continuous airflow bouncer that features a large jumping area, wide slide and basketball hoop for the big kids. Adjoining is a farmyard ballpit for younger kids. Can accommodate for 3 children at one time.
(Ages 3 years +)

Happy Hop Dual Water Slide – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us – RRP 599.99
Take the excitement level in your back yard up a notch this summer with Happy Hop's Dual Water Slide. Children will love pairing up to race down this inflatable slide splashing into the pool space at the bottom. Includes low pressure water jets and can also be used as a dry slide.
(Ages 3 years +)

Magic Forest Play House – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us – RRP 219.99
Unique, fantasy-inspired design for fuelling imagination and fun! Suitable for indoor or outdoor use - UV anti-fade protection. Easy to assemble.
(Ages 2 years +)

Stats Basketball System – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us – RRP 99.99
For the junior basketball player, the Stats Basketball System features adjustable height, portable fillable base for stability, UV-protection and ball.
(Ages 6 years +)

Step 2 Sand & Water Cart – Exclusive to Toys”R”Us - RRP 249.99
The all-in-one cart provides fun with sand and water with included accessories of 2 boats, cup, water tower and sunshade umbrella for outdoor use. Two front wheels make the activity centre into a cart for easy move and storage.
(Ages 2 years +)

Double Cut Electric Guitar With Flame – RRP 249.99. Make sure you check in-store for great deals and prices on this item!
This fantastic pack features a flame painted electric guitar and amplifier! Fantastic value and a great entry point for any budding rock guitarist!
(Ages 7 years +)

DJ Hero Bundle for PS3 – RRP 159.99
The makers of Guitar Hero® introduce a new way to experience your favourite music. With DJ Hero you will be the life of the party as you scratch and mix more than 101 songs into 94 unique mixes. Learn basic and advanced DJ Hero techniques, then spin your way through different set lists in beginner, easy, medium, hard, and expert modes. Grab your friends and start your own DJ Hero party. Available on PS3,PS2 Wii and XBOX 360
(Ages 13 years +)

Club Penguin Igloo Playset and Carrying Case – 69.99. Make sure you check in-store for great deals and prices on this item!
The Club Penguin phenomenon has been remarkable, attracting millions of kids into the world of online gaming. Now available are all your favourite characters as plush figures and puffles. In addition there is now an igloo set, a true home for all your club penguin figurines!
(Ages 6 years +)

Eyeclops Mini Projector – RRP 179.99 – out mid Nov 2009
Kids can create their own big screen entertainment with his pint sized projector that can display and image up to 60 inches wide when connected to a DVD player, media player or console. Once the unit is hooked up kids can turn the side of their house into an outdoor movie theatre or their ceiling into an arcade! Small compact and stylish- this is a great gift for Christmas!!
(Ages 8 years +)

Super Mario Brothers Game – RRP 79.99. Make sure you check in-store for great deals and prices on this item!
Now players can navigate the side-scrolling worlds alone as before or invite up to three others to join them at the same time on the same level at any point in the game for competitive and cooperative multiplayer fun. With the multiplayer mode, the newest instalment of the most popular video game franchise is designed to bring yet another type of family entertainment into living rooms and engage groups of friends in fast-paced Super Mario Bros. A must have game for Christmas, due to be released in mid November!
(Ages 6 years +)

Bakugan Collectors Edition Game – Exclusive version to Toys”R”Us
DS Standard Edition – RRP 59.99
DS Collectors Edition – RRP 69.99
Wii Standard Edition – RRP 69.99
The world of Bakugan comes alive, the arenas burst with incredible action and new play mechanics. It takes the Bakugan play experience to a whole new level in the epic storyline of Good vs. Evil directed. Take your side in a brand new adventure and fight with Dan to defeat evil, save Vestroia and rescue Earth from total destruction with never before seen material. Create-a-brawler: you can also your own Bakugan Battle Brawler with unique attributes that will separate your Brawler from all others on the planet. Available on PS3, XBOX360, PS2,Wii and DS. Plus an exclusive version of the game featuring exclusive characters – Ravenoid and Manion at Toys”R”Us for the Wii and DS version only available only to Toys”R”Us.
(Ages 6 years +)

Nintendo DSI – Metallic Blue or Pink – RRP 299.99. Make sure you check in-store for great deals and prices on this item!
Nintendo DSi has something for everyone, containing more functions to bring you more fun! Keep a photo diary via your Nintendo DSi Camera; store and play music with Nintendo DSi Sound; or why not browse the web on your Nintendo DSi via the Nintendo DSi Shop! New features include larger LCD screens, SD memory card slot, improved speakers and a slimmer unit.
(Ages 6 years +)

Sony PS3 120GB Console – 499.99. Make sure you check in-store for great deals and prices on this item!
This new super slim PS3 offers superb value, not only being a brilliant console to play all the latest games but also features the ability to play blu-ray discs!!! A great family entertainment unit for this Christmas!!
(Ages 6 years +)

Nintendo Wii Fit Plus
Nintendo Wii Fit Plus (Software and Balance Board) – RRP 129.99
Nintendo Wii Fit Standalone Game – RRP 29.99
Wii Fit™ attracted millions of new players to the world of video games. Now Wii Fit Plus offers a range of new features and enhancements to help players reinvigorate their workouts, along with exercises and balance games designed to keep them fun. Users wil be able to choose from specialized workout routines that focus on an individual’s personal fitness goals or certain target areas. And with the addition of activities like Skateboarding and Rhythm Kung Fu, players will be using the Wii Balance Board™ accessory in a variety of new and fun ways. Available now with balance board or as a stand alone game for those that already have a balance board.
(Ages 6 years +)

Apple Ipod Nano 8gb – RRP 199.99 Make sure you check in-store for great deals and prices on this item!
iPod Nano now has a video camera that lets you spontaneously shoot video. It has a polished anodised aluminium finish and a larger screen. The worlds most popular music player now has more to play with and is available in range of colours to suit everyone’s taste!
(Ages 10 years +)


About Toys”R”Us
The first Australian Toys”R”Us store opened in September 1993 and there are now 34 locations around the nation, from as far north as Cairns, down south to Melbourne and west to Perth. You can find a Toys”R”Us store in most capital cities and more are being opened every year.

The most exciting new stores in Australia are the Babies”R”Us stores. These beautiful stores have everything expecting and new parents need for their new arrival. The dedicated and knowledgeable staff can help answer any questions about products for babies. There are currently five Babies”R”Us stores in Australia, located in Bankstown, Castle Hill, Erina, Majura Park and Doncaster – with many new ones on the way!

Australian Toys”R”Us and Babies”R”Us stores are the largest and most exciting toy and baby stores in the country – providing children and their parents with an amazing, fun world of toys and products to choose from. Toys“R”Us will stock more than 5300 toys at one time and Babies“R”Us will stock more than 5000 items at one time.

Toys”R”Us and Babies”R”Us carry all the well known and most trusted brands, stocking the complete range of Phillips Avent and Australia’s biggest range of Fisher-Price, Lego, Club Penguin, Littlest Pet Shop and Razor Scooters, plus the biggest range of dolls and accessories, construction toys, action figures, Fast Lane radio control vehicles and educational science toys, trampolines, sand and water tables and wheeled goods for kids.

There are also hundreds of brands and items that are exclusive to the stores including Imaginarium, Animal Alley, EDU Science, Especially for Kids, Pavilion, Totally Me, Dream Dazzlers, Just Like Home, You&Me, Fast Lane, True Hero’s, Air Zone, Rallye, Home Depot, Stats Pro, Sizzlin’ Cool, Bruin, Go Safe, Especially For Baby and Koala Baby.Keeping with the Toys”R”Us tradition of providing innovative products and services to its customers, new and expecting parents can now set up a Baby Registry in any Toys”R”Us or Babies”R”Us store. It is a stress-free way for new parents to compile a comprehensive wish list to help their friends and family find the ideal gift.


Visit Toys"R"Us: www.toysrus.com.au

Babynews Release Date: 18th November 2009

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