The top 10 kids’ toys for this Christmas have been revealed by Amazon UK – including everything from flying avocados to prehistoric predators.
Celebrity Kimberley Walsh unveiled the toys at the ‘Joy of Toys’ experience on London’s South Bank today, giving children to chance to unlock their imagination – with an interactive play area and free hair-braiding to entertain visitors.
The circus-style experience offered face paint and bubbles to keep the children happy between 9am and 4pm.
The one-day only, big top event invited attendees to share a message or drawing about their favourite toy, and in exchange for each message, Amazon and children’s charity Barnardo’s will send toys to children and families in need.
Those who shared a handwritten note or drawing were given the chance to walk away with one of this year’s most in-demand toys for free.
The multi-national e-commerce platform has also donated hundreds of this year’s top 10 toys – (amazon.co.uk/toptentoys2022) – to charity partner Barnardo’s, giving vulnerable children across the UK the chance to enjoy playtime over the festive period.
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