Who doesn’t love to play with toys? Last week Critter and I brought you the inside scoop on some of the hottest new toys for toddlers and preschoolers thanks to Sweet Suite. “What is Sweet Suite?” you ask. It’s a huge celebration of all things toy-related! This event, hosted by Toy Insider, is the biggest toy event of the year. The in-person event was canceled, but through virtual technology, an interactive marketplace, and Zoom meetings, they brought us Sweet Suite at Home.
I spent the day watching live demos of toys and thinking, “I wish I could try that myself!” The next week a box of goodies arrived on our doorstep. Critter eagerly dug in to put these new toys to the test. How fun is that? But, maybe you have older kids. No problem! We’ve got you covered with these goodies.
Sweet Suite 2020 Showcase
For Ages 6 and up:
GoGo Gachas – Inspired by the Japanese “Gachapon” trend, these cute little “vending machine” toys are designed to dispense surprise capsules. Open up the capsule to find a charm (or sometimes two)! When you’ve opened all the charms, collect them. You can add them to the included charm bracelet. to create your own fashionable accessory. Three styles, all made from sturdy plastic, are available; a handbag, perfume, and a shoe. We received the purse, which Critter loves to carry around, and four charms; a cell phone, a curling iron, sunglasses, and an eyeshadow case. From Redwood Ventures, GoGo Gachas are available exclusively at Amazon or Target. 
Oh My Gif!– Love gifs? Our favorite gifs from the internet come to life in this collection. Over 50 toys are available, ranging from a cat using a typewriter to an avocado. We received the toaster. It starts with a piece of plain toast. With a push of the lever, a piece of burnt toast pops up to let your friends feel the #burn. Want to share the fun with others? Scan the included A.R. Gifbit card to your phone and receive the digital version. Available from Moose Toys, these retail for around $5.00.
Crayola Project XL Poster Markers- Need markers for all your projects? Crayola’s got them. Their newest addition, the Project XL Poster Markers, is a great addition to your child’s arts and crafts box. Available in bright and classic colors, these non-toxic, washable markers are good for any type of project. The wide-body makes it easy for young kids who are still developing manual dexterity to get a good grip. The chisel tip can produce wide or thin lines and the nib is 50% wider than traditional markers. Kids will appreciate how their writing stands out, while parents will love the nontoxic and washable features.
Pokemon Trading Card Game Battle Academy– Pokemon has been a favorite in our house for years. My son began collecting trading cards when he was young. He made his own rules for Pokemon Battles so he would win. Now, we have everything we need for the real game. This game has 3 trading card decks, a gameboard, fun accessories, and most importantly, rules for beginning and advanced gameplay. The 3 instruction booklets cover the Pikachu deck, the Charizard deck, and an advanced rulebook. Expansion packs are available and sold separately.
Kodak Premium Puzzle – A perfect family game night activity, these puzzles by Craz-E-Art are available in 100, 350, 500, and 1000 pieces. Each one features a beautiful photograph using premium Kodak photography. That means they’re rich, vibrant, and colorful. The 100-piece animal series includes pictures of kittens, puppies, birds, bunnies, a tiger, and a horse. We received the “Bunny Buddies,” two adorable bunnies surrounded by pink hyacinths. The finished puzzle measures 13″ by 10″ and is suitable for framing.
For ages 8 and up
The Upside Down Challenge Game – The tasks in this game sound easy; write your name, high-five someone, pour a glass of water. But, wait! There’s a twist. You have to complete the challenges while wearing a special pair of goggles that make everything appear upside down. Suddenly, those challenges are a whole lot harder! This game is a terrific addition for family game night and will keep the entire family entertained. Included in the package is a deck of challenge cards, a pair of upside-down goggles, and a writing pad. While you’ll have to furnish other materials on your own, they are common household items. You can share pictures of your attempts on social media using the hashtag #upsidedownchallenge. From Hog Wild Toys, the game retails for around $30.
Beyblade Burst Rise Hypersphere Tops- Compete against your friends with these spinning toys based on the animated series. Assemble the tops and drop them into the Beyblade Burst Rise Stadium (sold separately) where they can spin and collide. If the top bursts apart, the other player receives 2 points. The first player to receive 3 points wins. These tops can be customized by swapping interchangeable parts.
Kid Trax Real Rigs 200 piece Puzzle– Kid Trax are the makers of award-winning battery operated ride-ons for kids up to 7 years old. We’re enjoying attempting to put this puzzle together during game nights!
ABC Mouse Adventure Academy– As a former teacher, I’ve always known learning can be fun. At Adventure Academy elementary and middle school students can join this multiplayer online game that promotes learning while kids have fun. Designed by educators, students can learn critical thinking, language arts, math, social studies, science and more. The game is compatible across multiple devices and allows kids to complete quests and learning challenges to unlock new zones. I wish this had been available when I was a kid!
Roblox Figures- Roblox may be an online game, but you can bring virtual reality to life with these figures from the game. Figures can be customized with removable parts, and all of them include accessories. We received Crystello The Crystal God, along with his sword and ax. The package also contains a redeemable code that can be used to unlock exclusive items on the Roblox site.
We’re toting our toys in these fun Kitten Café and Fat Brain Toy bags. We also got a popping key chain from Fat Brain Toys that I’ve been popping when I’m stressed. It’s taken quite the workout lately! 
We hope you’ve had fun exploring these new toys. Which ones are you putting on your Holiday wish list?
I love all these toys! I need to get some for my niece.
These are some fun toys! My kids would love to check them out and sure they will enjoy them too!
Those toys are all so cute. My kids will surely love the GoGo Gachas!
Those are some awesome new toys. My kids would enjoy any of them. I could really see them loving the GoGo Gachas.
Those toys looks super cute. I can see my daughter playing with it and having fun.
My niece would be happy to have some of these awesome toys! Love them!
Love your suggestions. My nephew would definitely love bey blades.
My nieces and nephews would adore all of this! I have to mark your page for future purchases!
OMG GIF looks adorable and I love the upside down game! So much fun 🙂
My kids would love the puzzles. They are super into anything hands on like that.
Those are really cool! I’m a kid at heart, so I get excited when I see stuff like this. I keep thinking about who I can gift these to who’ll get as excited as I do. LOL
These look like great toys for kids! I can see them having fun. Those poster markers look perfect for projects.
I don’t have kids of my own yet, but my friends do and I never know what to get for their kids. This is very informative!