It's the time of year when lists are announced of the “Hot Toys.” These playthings are anticipated to be popular with kids everywhere. Toys ‘R Us, the Toy Retailers Association, Best Toys Guide, Walmart, Toyworld and many other organizations all have lists. One thing that every list has in common is that tech toys are major hits. Take a look at some of the most popular ones and I'm sure you'll agree. The Furbies are back. This electronic robotic toy was introduced in 1998 and Hasbro has brought out a updated Furby this year. You can feed your Furby, speak to it, tickle it and play music for it. How you treat your Furby will shape its personality. At first, a Furby speaks Furbish. But after some play time, it can learn to speak English. Another talking toy is the Lalaloopsy doll. Each doll has its own personality that supposedly comes from the fabrics used to make it. On her stand Lalaloopsy Silly Hair Star, “Harmony B. Sharp,” tells jokes, speaks funny phrases and sings and dances to five songs. Take her off the stand and hold her, and she will speak and sing. Her pet kitty also doubles as a “purr-cussion” instrument. Your Furby and Harmony B. Sharp can watch as you play with the Crayola Digital Light Designer. Draw anywhere on this round surface with the stylus and see what you draw light up. You can even add cool effects to your drawings or create awesome animations. Create and save your favorite drawings and personal messages to display later. There's also a game and activity mode for hours of creative, light drawing fun!
