Christmas is just around the corner, so Umeandthekids wanted to play Santa and share loads of ideas to make your child’s Christmas day magical.
We also want to help you avoid that last-minute mad dash around the shops. We have brought the best-tried-and-tested toys and gifts here just for you. From 80s favourites Care Bears to the latest gaming accessories for the top consoles.
Top Christmas toys and gifts 2025
See your kids’ faces light up on the big day itself as they open one of these fantastic gifts.
The products featured in this guide have been tested & played with by a group of Cheeky little Elves, and everything has received a massive thumbs-up and has been approved by parents for quality and value for money.
John Adams Puffy Pouches Themed Set – Ice Creamery
Make fun squishy accessories with Puffy Pouches. Creative kids can make their own sensory, ice cream-themed accessories to play with, wear, and share with the Ice Creamery Theme Set. Simply fill your Puffy Pouches with cute decorations, laminate them, and wear them, making this the perfect gift for sensory-seeking kids. In each set, you can make 10 ice cream-themed puffy pouches.
The Puffy Pouches Themed Set Ice Creamery is priced at £19.99
Toy Build-a-Bear Workshop Stuffing Station
This playset is perfect for all Build-A-Bear fans. Now, you can have your own Build-A-Bear filling station at home!
The play set comes with a mini Build-A-Bear Workshop stuffing station, complete with party lights to watch the magic happen up close. Simply add your filling to the machine, slide your teddy over the nozzle, press the big pink button, and watch as your new bestie gets bigger and bigger.
Next, let your mini cub wish upon a heart, kiss it, and place it safely inside their new furry friend to promote empathy and care in little ones. Finally, fill out a birth certificate for your new stuffed sidekick before dressing it in its very own outfit.
The best bit? The stuffing station comes with not just one, but two adorable teddies. So, you can invite a friend along to stuff, dress, and cuddle their bear-y-own creation, too.
The Build a Bear stuffing workshop is currently on sle for £25.99 reduced from £34.99
ASMR Studio from John Adams
ASMR is all the rage on YouTube and TikTok, my daughter is constantly stopping me in my tracks to show me anything that makes a crunch, crackle or squelching sound, and I must admit I find it pretty relaxing, so my daughter was overjoyed to try the ASMR Studio set to make and record even more fantastic sounds.
Create the ultimate sensory experience with the ASMR Studio! Includes a phone holder (fits all popular models) that amplifies all sounds you create in both record and playback modes. With compounds, sensory components, tools and a textured playboard – everything you need to make unique, satisfying ASMR sounds and video content. What is ASMR? It stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response, meaning a word used to describe a tingling, static-like or goosebumps sensation in response to specific triggering audio or visual stimuli.
The ASMR studo is priced at £19.99
PS5 ASTRO BOT™ Joyful Limited Edition wireless controller
From the hit game Astro Bot comes this Limited Edition PS5 wireless controller, and I have to say so myself, it is super cute!
Its design features ASTRO’s signature blue accents on the handles and buttons, as well as a playful pair of eyes on the Touch Pad. A perfect gift for any Astro Bot or PS5 fan, with this dynamic addition to your setup, a supersized space adventure awaits
The PS5 ASTRO BOT™ Joyful Limited Edition wireless controller is currently in The Blck Friday Sale for £59.99, down from £74.99
Numskull PS5 Inspired Gaming Locker
The PS5-inspired Light Locker is the perfect way to keep your gaming space organised whilst adding a modern touch of elegance to your setup. The LED lighting features multiple settings, allowing you to change the colour with a simple touch of the handle.
Featuring dedicated headphone & controller mounts, an integrated tray to store mobile devices, storage for up to 10 of your Xbox One/Xbox Series X|S games, or movies, plus additional space to organise and store all your gaming essentials, the Light Locker is the perfect way to keep your gaming setup organised, and we definitely need morere organisation in our kids bedrooms.
The Numskull PS5 Inspired Gaming Locker is priced at £24.99
Turtle Beach Nintendo Switch wireless Mario Reveal controller
This Mario themed controller is perfect for all your Super Mario fan kids and adults out there. Works with Nintendo switch, Switch 2 and Switch Lite.o Switch™ Lite, and Nintendo Switch™ – OLED Model. This controller also works with Nintendo Switch™ 2 – C Button not available. Featuring a lenticular design that shifts as you move, two bold brick-themed Mario visuals are revealed that add energy and motion to every session. Built-in motion controls let you steer, jump, and aim with natural precision in games like Mario Kart™ World and Super Mario™ Odyssey. The shifting artwork design responds as you play, creating a more immersive and animated experience. Upgrade your game with this officially licensed Nintendo® controller.
The Nintendo Switch wireless Mario Reveal controller is priced at £49.99
Care Bears Digital Pets
Blending 80s charm with modern play, these pocket-sized pets bring the iconic Care Bears to life through expressive pixel animations, mini-games, and daily care moments that teach empathy and emotional awareness. I was a massive Care Bears fan in the 80s, and now my children can share my passion for Care Bears!
Each mini device features a classic Care Bear character, including Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, Funshine Bear, Good Luck Bear, and Share Bear, brought to life with expressive pixel animations and simple daily care. Players can feed, clean, and comfort their bear, while mini-games encourage emotional awareness and connection.
Key Features:
Collectible Format: Available in five fan-favourite characters.
Care & Nurture: Feed, clean, and comfort your Care Bear to keep them happy.
Mini-Games: Simple, nostalgic fun with a mindful twist.
Retro Pixel Screen: Charming animations that show every Care Bear emotion.
Emotional Learning: Encourages empathy through responsive play.
The Care Bears Digital Pets cost £20 each
Sticki Rolls Jumbo Studio Rolluxe Deluxe
Its the craze of the year Sticki Rolls!
Create wearable, shareable sticker jewellery with this all-in-one deluxe Stick Rolls kit! The Sticki Rolluxe is the most stylish and creative Sticki Rolls set yet, with a Rolluxe handbag that doubles as a storage case! Unbox everything you need to create sticker jewellery, including 500 stickers and 3 Jumbo Stickies!
Sticki Rolls Sticki Rolluxe Series 2 is currently £30.99 at Amazon
Hot Wheels City Ultimate Dual Dragon Transporter Toy
The Hot Wheels Ultimate Dual Dragon Transporter doubles up on the dragon action with two dragons that eat, launch, race and store Hot Wheels cars!
Move or get moved by the large-scale dragon that has a fire-like feature extending from its mouth that knocks out cars and trucks that block its path!
The Hot Wheels Ultimate Dual Dragon Transporter is currently £35 in the black friday sale at argos
LEGO Minecraft 21276 The Creeper Set
This buildable toy recreation of Minecraft’s iconic Creeper stands over 21cm tall. It has 4 movable legs and a posable head that moves from side to side and tilts up and down. The front of the LEGO Minecraft Creeper figure’s head detaches to reveal an interior space containing a first-version Creeper and a TNT element. The Creeper is always ready for action, whether it’s stalking through the Minecraft world or standing on display in a kid’s room!
The LEGO Minecraft 21276 The Creeper Set is currently on sale for £24.99
Poke-in Art Lilo & Stitch
Poke-in Art, a mess-free activity set that encourages creativity! Kids can poke in colourful fabric squares to bring their favourite Lilo & Stitch characters to life! Once complete, simply pop these into the stands. These are the perfect DIY tabletop decorations for every Stitch lover!
Mess-free: Parents will love this no-mess art activity that doesn’t require glue, cutting, painting, or colouring, ensuring a truly mess-free and enjoyable creative experience! The pad also protects surfaces.
This set is currently on sale for £19.99 from £24.99
Marvel and His Amazing Friends Spidey Flip and Reveal Cruise (ages 3+)
Introducing the MARVEL Team Spidey Flip and Reveal Cruiser! This deluxe double-sided vehicle transforms from a speeder into a caravan for an amazing sneak attack.
First, place the vehicle on its side and give it a push to get the adventure started. After it races along, Spidey and the vehicle will flip, activating lights and sounds. On the cruiser side, Spidey is joined by Ghost-Spider and also Spin, who’s seated in a tower behind a Web Blast Launcher. Launch the Web Blasts and click the tower back into the vehicle to return to speeder mode.
The Team Spidey Flip and Reveal Cruiser includes additional sounds that can be activated by manually pressing the buttons on the hood and sides. The vehicle is inspired by the hit show Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends. Officially licensed MARVEL product from Jazwares. Ages 3+
FLIPPING VEHICLE: 11-inch vehicle flips to reveal Team Spidey with lights and sounds
Currently on sale for £22.99 from £29.99 from the Jazzwares stores on Amazon
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