Christmas gifts for children
From a Lego doom machine to snug reindeer onesie, here are seven of the best Christmas gifts for kids.
General Magmar's Siege Machine of Doom combines a traditional LEGO set with characters from the Nexo Knights Cartoon Network TV series and gaming app. The set has more than 500 pieces, including catapults and giant spiked wheels. Price: £34.99. Contact: Lego.com.
A charming toy for lovers of Beatrix Potter: Peter Rabbit soft toy. Price: £20. Contact: JohnLewis.com.
The CHiP robot dog with artificial intelligence can recognise you, follow you around and be trained to respond to voice commands. A dog that's for Christmas not just for life. Price: £189.99.Contact: Red5.co.uk.
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Build your own blaster for each mission. The Nerf Modulus Tri-Strike from Hasbro features three different ways to blast your enemies. Price: £72.49. Contact: Amazon.co.uk.
Keep snuggly and warm in the winter months with this fleece Reindeer Onesie from John Lewis. Price: from £20. Contact: JohnLewis.com.
The Aurelius Paradise Teddy Bear sits up straight and has a soft, cuddly interior. He's one of a limited edition of 2,000 from the venerable bear-makers Steiff. Price: £125. Contact: Selfridges.com.
The Selfridges silver-toned Penny Boards skateboard will earn you extra kudos at the skate park. Price: £170. Contact: Selfridges.com.
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