Best
Barbie Dolls
TechnoBuffalo
2020
Barbie has come a long way since her introduction as a fashion doll in the late 1950s. In recent years Mattel has introduced much more inclusive and inspirational dolls. The brand has taken the plastic figurine from a stereotypical blonde perpetuating unrealistic body expectations to encompass different ethnicities, promote smart career women and provide more inclusive body shapes and types.
Staff Pick
You can’t get much more aspirational than dreaming about being an astronaut. This two doll set offers a space-tacular team-up of an astronaut and a space scientist to inspire STEM interest and learning.
Seeing feminine dolls wearing the uniforms of what were traditionally considered to be men’s jobs goes a long way to challenge gender stereotypes.
This sparkly mermaid Barbie boasts magical swimming motion when in water and rainbow-coloured light-up action that little ones will love.
Penguin Included
A partnership with National Geographic should inspire interest in the South Pole and Antarctica with Marine Biologist Barbie and her adorable penguin friend.
With Stickers
Realistically-proportioned Daisy is ready to go on adventures around the world with accessories that include headphones, a camera and a wheely cool suitcase.
Let your child explore their nurturing side with the “baby doctor Barbie” set. Or, as you might want to call her, “Pediatrician Barbie.”
We love the contemporary camp vibe of this set that depicts Barbie as the aeroplane pilot and her special friend Ken as the beautifully-groomed flight attendant.
Amazing Gift
Finally, the only thing better than one inspiring “Career” Barbie doll is a set of five. Show your little one they can be anything they want with these dolls that cover a range of cool careers.
While it’s easy to criticise the Barbies of yesteryear, Mattel is making a difference in the children’s toy market with its contemporary ranges of Barbies that are designed to inspire and encourage children to be anything they want to be, even an Astronaut.
What Mattel should also be applauded for is making the Barbie brand a lot more accessible to everyone including models with different body shapes, skin tones and even a Barbie that comes in a wheelchair.
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Toys
Love her or hate her, there is no denying Peppa Pig’s popularity with ankle-biters. Thankfully, the Peppa-themed toys available from the multi-million pound franchise are actually pretty decent, with many of them offering educational elements too. If you’re looking to treat a little one in your life to something from the Peppa Pig range, take a look at our top selection.
What’s inside?
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Like building a Death Star
Legos offer up an excellent way to enjoy some of your favourite franchises while flexing your creativity at the same time. Star Wars is no exception and there are dozens of excellent Lego sets worth your time. Use the Force and piece together these LEGO Star Wars sets, from the Death Star to the Millennium Falcon!
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