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Barbie, LEGO and Melissa & Doug: All the Top Toy Brands Available at Walmart (1)

By Brianna Lapolla

Published Oct 17, 2023

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Holiday traditions may grow and evolve over the years, but one thing remains the same: top toy brands always grace every kid’s wish list. This year, it’s all about imaginative play, getting active, and bringing their favorite movies, TV shows and video games to real life. Which means less screen time (praise be) and more creativity.

From Barbie and PAW Patrol to CoComelon, Bluey and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Walmart is a go-to destination for the best toy brands of the year. Now that you know, do yourself a favor and get a jumpstart on that holiday shopping list. Here are the top brands in order of age-range, plus our favorite gift picks from each.

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Best for Ages 18+

CoComelon

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Polar Express, but make it CoComelon. Kids up to 44 lbs can ride this train from room to room with their books, toys and snacks in tow. It includes a train engine, two cars, a train whistle and a working projector with eight Cocomelon scenes and two songs: “Train Time” and “All Aboard.” Little ones will have no problem starting the engine with its easy push-button drive system that’s both safe and fun thanks to a top speed of 1.5 mph. Charging the 6-volt battery couldn’t be easier—just plug it into the included wall charger to keep the fun going.

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Best for Ages 2+

Sesame Street

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It’s time to get moving. The Elmo Slide Plush toy encourages dancing, singing and silliness with two different modes and languages (Spanish and English). Squeeze his left hand to activate the catchy “Elmo Slide” song—he’ll sway, flap his arms and glide side to side while littles two-and-up join in the fun. Squeeze his right hand to play a game of “Elmo Says,” and let kids follow his directions like “Elmo says, lift your arms up!” encouraging them to get up and get active.

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Best for Ages 3+

Paw Patrol

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When they've watched the PAW Patrol movie a million and one times, let them create new missions with this collectible figure gift pack. It includes Chase, Marshall, Rocky, Rubble, Zuma and Skye action figures with realistic fur details and uniforms, making them look like they flew off the screen and into real life. Kids can use their imaginations to re-create their favorite scenes from the movie or make up entirely new ones to explore their imagination and develop fine motor skills along the way.

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Bluey

Best for Ages 3+

Bluey

Bluey

Let your kids’ imaginations jet off on a beach vacation with this Bluey Beach Cabin Playset. Including a two-inch Bluey figurine and everything she needs to have the best trip ever, kids will love creating their own storylines with the 10 play pieces like a surfboard, sand castle, BBQ and floatie. Standing at 10 inches, the cabin features plenty of space for imaginative play—including its own beach for Bluey to swim in and beach-themed stickers to customize the cabin just how they like.

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Best for Ages 3+

Barbie

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Out of all the magic in the Barbie movie, the life-size dreamhouses were some of the most enchanting. Now, your mini can play out their new favorite movie with this 75-piece Barbie Dreamhouse, complete with a pool and three-story spiral slide. Invite all the Barbies over to play in its 10 indoor/outdoor living areas, which even include a pool and slide for puppy friends. Don't want the play to end? The top floor transforms into a sleepover space for up to four Barbies. Girls' night just got even better.

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Best for Ages 3+

Melissa & Doug

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Rolling snickerdoodles in cinnamon sugar. Pulling out the holiday cookie cutters. Decorating with gobs of icing. Holiday baking is fast approaching, and this Melissa & Doug wooden play set brings all the joy without the daily sugar overload. Colorful, wooden cookies can be cut, baked and decorated with the included cookie toppings and kitchen tools. Your little will practice fine motor skills and let their imagination run wild by doing everything you do in the kitchen—from placing cookies on the baking sheet to removing them from the “oven” with the mitt and spatula to decorating each with the self-stick frosting and sprinkles.

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Best for Ages 4+

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

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Super Fly and his minions of baddies don’t stand a chance against the Turtles’ Mutant Mayhem Pizza Fire Delivery Van. The van opens from the front and the back to easily fit all four Turtles and Splinter. Press the pizza slice on top to swing the slider door open. Press it again and the pizza launcher slides out the side. Choose a Turtle for the hot seat and press the button to eject up to eight pizzas from the adjustable, motorized launcher.

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Best for Ages 6+

LEGO

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Take the LEGO 2KDRIVE video game off the screen and into your kids' reality with the LEGO City Combo Race Pack. The set includes a red sports car, yellow SUV and blue speedboat (just like the game), plus interchangeable front and rear modules for mixing and matching to their hearts' desires. Using the easy-to-follow printed building guide and instructions in the LEGO Builder app, littles will have fun creating their racing companions, playing out hands-on 2KDRIVE action and staging races to stimulate their imaginations in a fun, interactive way.

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Best for Ages 8+

Miniverse

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Nothing will delight your little artist quite like MGA’s Miniverse, Make It Mini Food. Combining crafts with playtime, it allows kids to prep, set and play with their creations for months to come. Each ball is a surprise and includes realistic mini “ingredients” and kitchen accessories to make their own pint-sized replicas of snacks and desserts. Here’s how it works: Follow the recipe card to prep the mini, then set the replica in any UV light to harden the resin; once it's set—voila!—their collectible is ready to display. Looks like they’ll be adding a Make It Mini Food collectible to every gift list from here on out.

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Best for Ages 8+

Razor

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Whether they’re a city kid in search of a more exciting school commute or a suburban kid looking for some weekend wheels, Razor has always been at the top of the list. The brand’s Carbon Lux Kick Scooter is designed with a textured anti-slip deck and an adjustable handlebar with soft hand grips to grow with riders. The 8-inch, spoked wheels not only look cool but also provide a smooth and steady ride, no matter where the kids’ adventures take it. A convenient foldable design allows for easy storage or carrying, making it a smart choice for parents, too.

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Barbie, LEGO and Melissa & Doug: All the Top Toy Brands Available at Walmart (2024)

FAQs

What happened to Melissa and Doug? ›

On October 11, 2023, six years after AEA Investors acquired the company, Spin Master Corp. announced an agreement to acquire Melissa & Doug for $950 million in cash, hoping to close the deal in the first quarter of the following year. On January 2, 2024, it was reported that the purchase had been completed.

How much are Melissa and Doug worth? ›

Homegrown CT company Melissa & Doug sold in deal worth up to $1.1 billion. By Alexander Soule, Staff writerUpdated Oct 11, 2023 1:19 p.m. Melissa & Doug has opened its first retail store at the Westchester mall in downtown White Plains, N.Y.

How old is the real Barbie? ›

Barbie, formally known as “Barbara Millicent Roberts,” was born in 1959, which would technically make her 65 years old — except for the small fact that she was born as a 19-year-old. Yep, that's right: The first ever Barbie was officially 19 years old, which would make her age closer to 84 years old.

What is Barbie's full name? ›

Barbie's full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts. Barbie was named after Ruth Handler's daughter, Barbara, and Ken after her son, Kenneth. She is from (fictional) Willows, Wisconsin, where she attended high school.

Why are Melissa and Doug toys so expensive? ›

The price adds to the premium appeal of the toys, which are all made in China and Taiwan. “Parents gravitate to Melissa & Doug toys because there's a high-end quality and aesthetic to them,” says Rachel Blumenthal, the founder of kids' clothing subscription box, Rockets of Awesome, and mother of two.

Are Melissa and Doug toys made in China? ›

Unfortunately, Melissa & Doug toys are all made in China, and some of them have been found to be contaminated with heavy metals.

What was Melissa and Doug's first toy? ›

Our first hit toys were wooden puzzles. Whether chunky, peg, floor, or jigsaw, our puzzles have the perfect fit.

Who bought out Melissa and Doug? ›

("Spin Master" or the "Company") (TSX: TOY), a leading global children's entertainment company, today announced it has completed its previously announced acquisition of U.S.-based Melissa & Doug, a well-recognized and trusted brand in early childhood play, for $950 million.

Are Melissa and Doug still married? ›

If anyone seems to have it all, it's Melissa Bernstein. Doug, her husband of 32 years seems to adore her: "She is the most selfless person that I've ever met in my life," he said. They have six high-achieving kids, and they run Melissa & Doug, the toy company they launched in 1988 with wooden furry-animal puzzles.

How old is Barbie in 2024? ›

Barbie Celebrates 65 Years of Inspiring Girls to Recognize Their Full Potential. EL SEGUNDO, Calif., March 6th, 2024 – Mattel, Inc.

Is Barbie 43 years old? ›

Barbie's age has fluctuated; she was originally a 19-year-old, but she is often shown as an older character in adult careers. The inaugural episode of Life in the Dreamhouse even jokes that she is over 43 years old. Barbie has three younger sisters: Skipper, Stacie and Chelsea.

Is Barbie older than 18? ›

Though no specific age was given when she was first released beyond her being a “teenage fashion model,” Mattel has since disclosed that Barbie is, and will forever remain, 19 years old.

What is Barbie's BF name? ›

Barbie® doll's boyfriend, Ken®, debuted two years after Barbie® in 1961. Ken® doll's official birthday is March 11, 1961 – making Ken® 2 days and 2 years younger than Barbie®.

What is Barbie's husband? ›

Ken, who, yes, is a Pisces, was created as a male counterpart and companion to Barbie by Ruth Handler, the inventor of the iconic mononymous fashion doll.

What is a black Barbie? ›

Black Barbie hit toy store shelves in 1980 — the same year I was born. She was the brainchild of Kitty Black Perkins, Mattel's first Black designer. Inspired by Diana Ross, Black Barbie's outfit was a sleek red “disco skirt” with a slit up one side.

Did Melissa and Doug get bought out? ›

("Spin Master" or the "Company") (TSX: TOY), a leading global children's entertainment company, today announced it has completed its previously announced acquisition of U.S.-based Melissa & Doug, a well-recognized and trusted brand in early childhood play, for $950 million.

What is the recall on Melissa and Doug products? ›

On 20 November 2009, Health Canada issued a recall notice for three of Melissa & Doug's wooden toys due to barium levels exceeding allowable limits. The Canadian standard for permissible limits of barium in painted children's items has recently been upgraded to one of the most stringent in the world.

Where is Melissa & Doug? ›

Led by its namesake co-founders, the brand's headquarters are in Wilton, Connecticut, with offices in New York City and various other locations across the globe.

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