Gift guide: The season's best toys

1. 3Doodler Start ($50)

Your little artist now can draw in three dimensions. With the children's version of the first 3D pen, which safely melts biodegradable plastic, even a routine butterfly drawing becomes a stand-alone sculpture. Buy it at Amazon.

2. Worry Eating Plush Pals (about $17)

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The only thing better than a soft friend to cuddle with is a soft friend who eats phobias for breakfast. Whatever your child's biggest worry — ghosts, the dark, gym class — write it down and Schnulli or Saggo will swallow it. Buy it at Amazon.

3. Lovelane Superhero Costume ($95)

This handmade hat and reversible cape can send imaginations soaring. Created by a company that also outfits princesses, dragons, and wizards, the set is made of durable cotton canvas. Buy it at Etsy.

4. Radio Flyer Cyclone ($50)

Treat the family's thrill seeker to this arm-powered two-wheeler, which can go forward or back, and spin in circles. "Just be prepared for a lot of 'Hey, watch this!'" says Real Simple. Buy it at Radio Flyer.

5. Decorate-a-Teepee ($159)

No more need for bedsheet forts. This miniature teepee is easy to fold up and store, and its Velcro-backed decorative patches encourage individual expression. Buy it at Land of Nod.

6. Tegu Magnetic Blocks ($110)

Because of their built-in magnets, these colorful hardwood blocks open new possibilities for a budding young engineer. The 42-piece set includes eight different block shapes, plus four wheels. Buy it at Amazon.

Editor's note: Every week The Week's editors survey product reviews and articles in websites, newspapers, and magazines, to find cool and useful new items we think you'll like. We're now making it easier to purchase these selections through affiliate partnerships with certain retailers. The Week may get a share of the revenue from these purchases.