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Toy Fair NY 2025 Curated: Standout Toys




Squishmallows Crochet Kits
Tapping into the rising trend of "grandma hobbies" among Gen Z, these kits allow enthusiasts to crochet their own Squishmallows, blending the charm of the popular plush toys with the satisfaction of crafting.

RoseArt Crystal Gems: Jewel Succulents Kit
This crafting kit enables kids to create a miniature garden featuring blooming cacti and floral-bedecked succulents. With 175 pieces, it's designed for children aged 8 and up, offering a sparkling decor piece upon completion.

Tangle Furry Fidget Friends
Combining the sensory appeal of fidget toys with the comfort of plushies, these adorable creatures, including a monkey, mini highland cow, puppy, and black bear, offer a mess-free sensory experience ideal for travel and small hands.

Snap Circuits Spy Kit
A STEAM toy that introduces children to basic circuitry concepts, this kit allows them to build essential spy gear like trip wires, voice changers, and motion sensors, promoting both learning and fun.

Nano-mals Interactive Pets
Hasbro's latest tech toy, Nano-mals, are handheld interactive pets available in eight different characters, including kitties, unicorns, and narwhals. They feature over 70 sounds, lights, and reactions, and can interact with each other when in close proximity, encouraging both individual and social play.

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Lego Avengers: Endgame Final Battle Set
Lego introduced a new set inspired by the climactic battle from Marvel's Avengers: Endgame. This 621-piece set, priced at $99.99 and available starting May 1, features nine Minifigures, including characters like Doctor Strange, Iron Spider-Man, and a large Thanos figure. The set allows fans to recreate iconic scenes from the movie, offering both playability and display value.

Disney's Stitch Merchandise
Anticipation for Disney's upcoming live-action/CGI remake of Lilo & Stitch has propelled Stitch-themed toys into the spotlight. From plushies to interactive figures, Stitch merchandise dominated the fair, with experts predicting it to be among the most sought-after toys of 2025.

Nano-mals Interactive Pets
Hasbro unveiled Nano-mals, a new line of handheld interactive pets designed with sensory-friendly features. Available in eight characters, including kitties, unicorns, and narwhals, each Nano-mal boasts over 70 sounds, lights, and reactions. They also come with swappable textured outfits, promoting self-expression and sensory engagement. Notably, when in proximity, Nano-mals interact with each other, enhancing social play experiences.


Tamagotchi Nano x Star Wars – Darth Vader Edition
Bandai's Tamagotchi series expands with a Star Wars collaboration, allowing fans to nurture Anakin Skywalker as he transitions to Darth Vader. Players can engage in mini-games and iconic scenes from the Star Wars saga, blending nostalgic virtual pet care with immersive storytelling.

Super7 Universal Monsters ReAction Figures
Super7 introduces new additions to their ReAction Figures line, featuring classic Universal Monsters like Dracula, Wolfman, and the Creature from the Black Lagoon. These figures appeal to both collectors and new fans, blending retro aesthetics with modern design.



Spin Master's Primal Hatch
This interactive toy allows children to experience the excitement of hatching their own baby dinosaur. The Primal Hatch features a realistic hatching process, where a robotic T-Rex emerges from a 1-foot wide egg, mimicking the iconic scene from Jurassic Park. With over 200 sounds and interactive features, it provides an immersive play experience. Priced at $59.99, it's set to release in August 2025, aligning with the upcoming Jurassic World: Rebirth movie.

Hasbro's Nano-mals
Hasbro's new toy line introduces pocket-sized electronic pets that combine nurturing play with interactive technology. Each Nano-mal boasts over 70 sounds, lights, and reactions, and comes with textured, interchangeable outfits to encourage self-expression. Designed for both individual and social play, Nano-mals can interact with each other when in close proximity. Launching in Fall 2025 at a price of $19.99 each, they offer a tech alternative for kids not yet ready for smartphones while fostering social connection and play.






PLAY-DOH Barbie Collection
This collaboration between Hasbro and Mattel combines PLAY-DOH compound with Barbie dolls, offering special fashion-making tools and molds. The collection includes new PLAY-DOH Pattern Sheets for fabric-like designs and the PLAY-DOH Barbie Designer Fashion Show Playset. Launching in Target stores and online in June 2025, with wider availability in August 2025, it encourages creativity and imaginative play.



LEGO Ideas River Steamboat
While specific details weren't provided in the search results, this LEGO set was mentioned as one of the best construction toys at the fair. LEGO enthusiasts anticipate a detailed and engaging building experience with this set.

Crayola Colourwhirls
This innovative drawing toy combines the action of a Beyblade with Crayola markers to create spiral designs. Available as a set with an arena, four markers, three spinners, and two ramps, it encourages creativity and artistic expression.

GraviTrax Star Wars Death Star Action Set
This licensed toy features elements from the Battle of Yavin, including Tie Fighters, X-Wings, and the Death Star. Using red and blue marbles to recreate the battle, it offers an interactive and engaging play experience for Star Wars fans.







Laura N. LarssonWriter's Bio: Driven by a fascination with how young people learn, grow, and connect, Laura N. Larsson has spent years researching the role of play and social media in child and adolescent development. Since 2012, she has combined her ecommerce background with in-depth interviews of children and teenagers, producing insightful articles that explore the evolving interplay between play, communication, and online interaction. Read more articles by this author


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