Top 10 Things Kids Are Asking Santa For

If you are shopping for your kids this year and have still not figured out what to get, we have a guide with the top 10 things kids are asking for. 

 (also known as Bob Watson) at the Jefferson Valley mall, provided us with this list after years of speaking with kids of all ages. 

1. LEGOS. "LEGO" is an abbreviation of the two Danish words "leg godt," meaning "play well." The LEGO Group was founded in 1932 by Ole Kirk Kristiansen. Since then, it has been a household favorite, passed down from generation to generation around the world. So where can you buy LEGO? There is a LEGO store in New York City (620 5th Avenue), where you can go right after you see the . LEGOs can also be found in any local toy store in Yorktown, like Toys R Us or Toys R Us Express in the mall. 

2. Pillow Pets. Pillow Pets are plush folding stuffed animals. They give a child the warm feeling and security of a stuffed animal, while acting as a pillow. You can choose a jungle animal, farm critter or sea creature. Pillow Pets are sold at the Jefferson Valley Mall as well as Bed Bath and Beyond for $19.99.

3. Hot Wheels. Children can collect hot wheels cars and choose various designs. There are radio-controlled cars, trucks, bicycles, transformers and more. Wal Mart offers the toys along with accessories.  

4. Zu Zu Pets. If you don't want any pets in the house or already have enough dogs and cats, here is an idea that won't need much taking care of. The Zu Zu (also spelled as Zhu Zhu or Zoo Zoo) toy hamsters are easier to take care of than real pet hamsters. You don't have to feed them or clean their cages. They are ideal for the younger children. You can purchase the pets at Amazon. 

5. Barbie dolls. The old-time favorite Barbie doll every girl wants. The fashion doll launched in March 1959. She has played an important role for half a decade, but it has also been a subject of lawsuits and controversies. Santa said another popular toy girls are asking for is the American Girl doll. Children can choose to create their own doll by choosing hair color and style and what clothes she can wear. The American Girl Place store in New York City is located at 609 Fifth Avenue at 49th St.

6. Trucks. What little boy does not love trucks?! Toys R Us offer a wide variety of trucks and cars to choose from, from small to big, for the little ones and the older ones, to battery operated vehicles of different shapes and colors. To find the store nearest you, click here. 

7. Toy Story action figures. Toy Story is a 1995 American computer-animated film and the first Disney/Pixar film to be made. The movie follows a group of toys who pretend to be lifeless whenever humans are present. The main stars are on Woody, a cowboy doll, and Buzz Lightyear, an astronaut action figure. You can buy them at Toys R Us, Amazon, the Disney Store or Wal Mart. 

8. iPod touch. This is a favorite "toy" not only for kids and teenagers, but adults too. Apple has updated the device, which now features FaceTime allowing you to talk to your friends face to face. With the iPod touch you can take pictures and videos and capture all the precious holiday memories. You can listen to music, download movies and play video games while taking that road trip to grandma's house. Prices are as follows $229 (8GB), $299 (32GB), $399 (64GB). 

9. Nintendo. Video games are a part of any child's lives. Celebrate an all-time favorite video game- Mario's 25th Anniversary with this limited edition for $199.99. To buy the Nintendo, click here for the full list of retailers, among which are WalMart, Best Buy, Target, Toys R Us and GameStop. 

10. Besides the toys and other games kids are asking for, Bob Watson (also known as Santa) said some kids ask him for non-materialistic things and tell him that they would be happy with whatever he brings them.

Happy Holiday!