There are two months until Christmas.
So, to give tired parents a head start and a chance to escape the last-minute shopping frenzy, Kmart Australia has revealed the most popular toys on kids’ wish lists this year.
The store’s 2024 Hot Toys Guide features plenty of on-trend, high-quality buys under $30, spanning Marvel-themed products, games, plush toys, and, of course, slime.
“We understand that the magic of Christmas lies in the moments shared with loved ones,” Kmart merchandise director Callum Smith told FEMAIL.
‘That’s why this year, Kmart’s toy selection is designed to bring excitement and joy to families.
These are our top picks under $30:
Marvel Spider-Man remote-controlled drone$20
Age Range: 8+
One of the most popular and affordable purchases this year, parents can’t go wrong with this super cool Spider-Man drone. The 23cm device is intended to be the star of playtime, but is best handled by someone over the age of eight with decent dexterity skills.
One of the most popular and affordable purchases this year, parents can’t go wrong with this super cool Spider-Man drone.
Jada Hollywood rides the Marvel Spider-Man R/C Buggy toy$29
Age Range: 6+
Just as fabulous, this Spider-Man purchase will have kids passing their little Marvel friend around the garden or park for hours. It is 25 cm wide and requires three AAA alkaline batteries which are No including.
Just as fabulous, this Spider-Man purchase will have kids passing their little Marvel friend around the garden or park for hours.
Fashion Design Studio Mega Sets, $15
Age Range: 6+
Children can design their own clothes with this viral kit that is already starting to be sold throughout the country. Includes a fashion design book, a makeup model book, sticker sheets, brushes, pencils, paint cakes and stencils.
Children can design their own clothes with this viral kit that is already starting to be sold throughout the country.
ToyMania Oozey Goozey Vending Machine, $15
You can’t go wrong with slime, and this unboxing experience asks kids to insert a coin and turn a knob to win their prize. It comes with 15 balls, each filled with slime, mixes, or charms. Once they have all been redeemed, kids can refill them and place them back on top of the box.
Age Range: 6+
You can’t go wrong with slime, and this unboxing experience asks kids to insert a coin and turn a knob to win their prize.
kenzie bear$12
Age Range: 6+ months
One of the cutest and most meaningful gifts this year, the super soft Kenzie Bear is a special creation released every Christmas. $2 from every bear sold will be donated to the Salvation Army to support families in need in Australia and New Zealand.
One of the cutest and most meaningful gifts this year, the super soft Kenzie Bear is a special creation released every Christmas.
1182 Piece Mini Blocks Flower Series: Cherry Blossom Tree$29
Age Range: 10+
With this wonderful purchase, your child (and maybe even yourself) will build a beautiful piece of floral decoration in the shape of a cherry blossom. It has a beautiful bamboo base and, once finished, makes a beautiful decoration.
With this wonderful purchase, your child (and maybe even yourself) will build a beautiful piece of floral decoration in the shape of a cherry blossom.
Assorted fugglers, $10
Age Range: 4+
Easily one of the most popular toys this year, these adorable little “ugly” monsters are topping charts across the country. Measuring approximately 24cm tall, the plush toys are available in a variety of colors and shapes and have their own strange “personalities” for children to enjoy.
Easily one of the most popular toys this year, these adorable little “ugly” monsters are topping charts across the country.
