Amazon's Coveted 'Toys We Love' List Is Here and Things Are Already Selling Out

When it comes to gifts for kids, there's something they'll never get enough of: toys! And with so many cool plushes, building toys, outdoor toys and creative sets for every age, it can be hard to figure out what to buy. Luckily, Amazon came out with its annual list of "Toys We Love," featuring some of the coolest new toy releases of 2022, and it's chock-full of good ideas for the holidays, birthdays and beyond.

So, what toys seem to be hottest this year? As always, STEM sets seem to be ranking highly, covering everything from geology to circuitry and electricity. Board games are also popular, especially those casual games that can be played at parties or family gatherings with a mixed age group. Then there are those sets that let kids get their DIY on, personalizing their own fashions and accessories. And collectibles are still cool, whether they're in the form of mini plushes, surprise toys or objects from their favorite fandoms, like Star Wars or Marvel. When we looked at the list of these stood out as our favorites (some of which are even former Good Housekeeping Best Toy Award winners).

This is just a sampling, though. You can find the complete Toys We Love for 2022 list at amazon.com/toyswelove. And while the Good Housekeeping Institute has not had the opportunity to test every toy on the Amazon list, we still looked for trusted brands and good reviews.