Getting the right Christmas gifts for children can be tricky, especially if you're on a budget. Here's where you can get the top 20 children’s Christmas gifts 2011 for the cheapest possible price.
1. LeapPad Explorer
If you own an iPad, Samsung Galaxy or any tablet computer and have young children, there’s a good chance they’ll have wanted to play with your prized possession at some point.
Well now there’s a solution; equipped with a digital camera, video recorder and selection of child friendly apps - the LeapPad Explorer is perfect for children wanting a tablet of their very own.
LeapPad Explorer - Best Price: £119.99 from the Play.com website.
2. Fijit Friends
Interactive, talking dancing robots, Fijit Friends are expected to be at the top of thousands of children’s Christmas lists this year.
There are currently 4 different Fijit Friends to collect, each a different colour, with different personality traits and dance moves!
Only Willa and Serafina are currently on sale in the UK, Sage and Logan are only available to buy from the US.
Fijit Friends (Willa) - Best Price: £38.50 from the Amazon website.
Fijit Friends (Serafina) - Best Price: £38.50 from the Amazon website.
Fijit Friends (Sage) - Best Price: £99.00 from the Amazon website.
Fijit Friends (Logan) - Best Price: £99.00 from the Amazon website.
3. Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows Part 2
The final chapter of the most successful film franchise in cinema history is out on DVD and Blu-ray on 2nd December, perfect timing for Christmas.
Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows Part 2 (DVD) - Best Price: £8.00 from the Amazon website.
Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows Part 2 (Blu-ray) - Best Pre-Order Price: £12.72 from the Amazon website.
4. Air Swimmers
One of the most inventive toys on our Christmas list, Air Swimmers are floating helium fish which can be controlled by remote control.
There are two different models on sale, a Finding Nemo style Clown Fish and a Shark.
Air Swimmers Shark - Best Price: £21.99 from the Play.com website.
Air Swimmers Clown Fish - Best Price: £24.99 from the Play.com website.
5. Doggie Doo
A dog that poops – as strange as it may sound, the Doggie Doo game is being touted as one of the must have gifts for children this Christmas.
Doggie Doo - Best Price: £21.20 from the Amazon website.
6. Fireman Sam Pontypandy Rescue Set
Fireman Sam returns to save the day in the new Pontypandy Rescue set, a must have for all budding firemen and women.
The Pontypandy Rescue Set comes complete with a house on fire, a cat stuck up a tree and a well, and most importantly Fireman Sam complete with everything he needs to save the day.
Fireman Sam Pontypandy Rescue Set - Best Price: £15.00 from the John Lewis website.
7. VTech Inno Tab
The big rival to the LeapPad Explorer, the VTech Inno Tab is brought to you by the team behind the Kidizoom video camera, a festive favourite last year.
The Inno Tab includes a host of fun and educational apps for children aged from 4-9 and unlike the LeapPad Explorer boasts an inbuilt mp3 player.
VTech Inno Tab Best Price: £119.98 from the Play.com website.
The VTech Inno Tab was on sale for just £79.99 from the Toys R Us website but is currently out of stock.
8. Star Wars Ultimate Force Tech Lightsaber
The Star Wars Ultimate Force Tech Lightsaber is the ultimate lightsaber for any aspiring young jedi and is designed to replicate as accurately as possible to lightsabers from the Star Wars films.
Star Wars Ultimate Force Tech Lightsaber – Best Price: £29.99 from the Argos website.
9. Nintendo 3DS
The only 3D handheld games console the Nintendo 3DS is the latest portable home of Mario, Sonic and Zelda, making it a must have for thousands of children up and down the country.
Plus prices have dropped significantly since the console was launched in March 2011, meaning you can pick up a console for well under £150 in most retail outlets – over £100 less than the opening RRP of £269.99.
Black Nintendo 3DS – Best Price: £119.99 from the Amazon website.
Blue Nintendo 3DS – Best Price: £119.99 from Amazon website.
Red Nintendo 3DS – Best Price: £134.99 from the Tesco Direct website.
10. Nerf Vortex Nitron Blaster
The Nerf Vortex Nitron Blaster is likely to be top of thousands of boys Christmas lists this year, with a high powered disc blasting technology designed for a safe and exciting shooting experience.
Nerf Vortex Nitron Blaster – Best Price: £32.99 from the Amazon website.
11. Let’s Rock Elmo
Sesame Street’s Elmo has been a hugely popular character for over 25 years now, but again the red haired Muppet is being tipped as one of the must have toys for Xmas 2011.
Let’s Rock Elmo, sees our furry friend get musical, and come complete with an Elmo microphone, tambourine and drum kit.
Let’s Rock Elmo – Best Price: £33.99 from the Play.com website.
12. Lego Ninjago Fire Temple
One of the most popular toy makers in history, Lego are back this year with a Nijago Fire Temple - complete with Chinese style temple, fire dragon and skeleton army.
Lego Ninjago Fire Temple - Best Price: £55.25 from the Pixmania website.
13. Milky the Bunny
Milky the Bunny is a snow white bunny that interacts with your child; he moves his eyes, snores in his sleep and chews his carrot when he’s hungry.
Milky the Bunny – Best Price: £41.99 from the Amazon website.
14. Beyblade Metal Masters
Beyblade Metal Masters are again being tipped as a popular Christmas gift for 2011, with the Beyblade Metal Masters Triple Battle Set top of many children’s wish list.
Beyblade Metal Masters Triple Battle Set - Best Price: £23.99 from the Smyths Toys stores.
15. Moshling Tree House
The Moshi Monsters have taken over thousands of homes across the UK in 2011, so if you’re kids are big fans of the increasingly popular online monsters, then the Moshling Tree House is likely to be a must have this Christmas.
Moshling Tree House – Best Price: £19.99 from the Argos website or The Hut website.
16. Kidizoom Twist
A digital camera for kids, the Kidizoom Twist includes a 2 megapixel camera, with 4X digital zoom, built in flash and a selection of games all for under £50.
Pink Kidizoom Twist Digital Camera – Best Price: £37.47 from the Tesco Direct website
Blue Kidizoom Twist Digital Camera – Best Price: £37.47 from the Tesco Direct website
17. Hexbug Nano
A miniature robotic bug that sits in the palm of your hand, the Hexbug Nano is programmed to behave just like a real bug and makes a great stocking filler this Christmas.
Hexbug Nano (random colour) – Best Price: £5.65 from the Amazon website.
18. Cars 2 DVD & Blu-ray
Lightening McQueen returned to our screens in Cars 2 this year, and the latest film from Pixar is set to be released on DVD & Blu-ray just in time for Christmas, making it an ideal stocking filler for boys and girls alike. It's released on 21st November, but you can preorder copies now.
Cars 2 DVD – Best Price: £10.95 from the The Hut website.
Cars 2 Blu-ray – Best Price: £12.00 from the Blockbuster website.
19. Monster High Lagoona Blue Doll And Hydration Station
The Monster High Lagoona Blue Doll & Hydration Station is a doll which uses a hydration station to re-moisturise at night time and also doubles up as a night light for a young girls room.
Monster High Lagoona Blue Doll – Best Price: £36.99 from the Base.com website.
20. Bop IT XT
The latest Bop IT game, Bop IT XT is designed to push your reflexes and memory to the extreme – a gift that will keep kids (and grown ups) entertained for hours.
Bop IT XT – Best Price: £21.49 from Play.com.
