Gift guide: The season’s best toys

Pac-Man R/C Racer

“What kid could resist turning the den into a life-size arcade game, complete with sound effects?” Add a red-ghost racer to have some real fun.

$22 each, toysrus.com

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Source: Real Simple

Muji Soccer Team Skittles

Because skittles is a 10-pin game, the 11th man on this solid-wood team plays observer. Created by a Japanese company that also makes an “adorable” penguin set.

$20, muji.us

Source: ApartmentTherapy.com

Ziggle

Here’s the latest set of wheels from Radio Flyer—a rider that “gets its horsepower from a hearty wiggle.” It’s great for 360-degree spins and has an adjustable seat that’ll last a user through age 8.

$50, radioflyer.com

Source: Real Simple

Maileg Badger

This soft cotton cuddle toy begs to be an accomplice to afternoon naps, but mom and dad may want to keep it on display. The badger’s pals include a fox and a horse.

$34, mysweetmuffin.com

Source: InStyle

Illumivor Mecha-Pede

Turn out all the lights to get the most out of this remote-controlled bug. Its synchronized light effects “mimic the creepy-crawly movements of a real millipede.

$40, toysrus.com

Source: WashingtonTimes.com

This Little Piggy Rocker

Toddlers who aren’t ready for the Ziggle can warm up on this rocker. The plush piggy wraps a sturdy wooden frame.

$129, landofnod.com

Source: InStyle