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Excitement, high-tech and heartfelt play take over Christmas wish lists.<\/p>\n

Imagination in bloom<\/p>\n

Screen-free creativity is back in fashion. Think role play, crafts and mindful builds: Home Deluxe Wooden Play Kitchen, Caylee Horse & Carriage, and Play-Doh Barbie Designer Fashion Show all inspire slow, satisfying play. Even adults are falling for LEGO Botanicals Mini Orchid – proof that playtime can be calm and beautiful too.<\/p>\n

Formula 1 fun<\/p>\n

If 2025 had a soundtrack, it would be the roar of F1 engines. Hot Wheels Racing Formula 1 Sprint Race Circuit, LEGO Speed Champions Ferrari SF-24 and BBurago F1 Pit Pass die-cast sets let kids recreate the world\u2019s fastest motorsport. For the ultimate pit-lane fantasy, the McLaren F1 Racing 12 V Ride-On steals pole position. Formula 1 fever clearly isn\u2019t just for grown-ups!<\/p>\n

Collect, create, repeat<\/p>\n

Unboxing surprises still rule! Little hands (and big ones) can\u2019t resist the reveal of hidden treasures. Quirky characters like the Fuggler Fart Face plush and Mini Brands Fill the Fridge keep the suspense alive, while Barbie Pop Reveal Treat Series and Pets Alive Mama Turtle Surprise add adorable, interactive twists. The magic lies in discovery – and every unbox feels like a win.<\/p>\n

High-tech takes flight<\/p>\n

Older kids and teens are all about motion and mastery. The Shadow X Dual Camera Drone and Switch 2 Console & Headset Combo headline the high-tech trend, while Airstrike Ultimate Power Blaster and Mud Slinger Extreme RC Rock Crawler prove action play is still going strong. Tech toys are helping youngsters explore the world safely and creatively – learning spatial skills and confidence as they play.<\/p>\n

Playing kind<\/p>\n

This season comes with a heart-warming twist: shoppers can add R5 to any purchase in support of the Reach For A Dream Foundation, helping fulfil wishes for children with life-threatening illnesses. Last year\u2019s campaign raised over half a million rand – proof that small donations can make big dreams come true.<\/p>\n

Details: Find more festive inspiration at toysrus.co.za or follow @toysrus_za.<\/p>\n

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Trendy toys<\/strong><\/p>\n

Toys R Us South Africa\u2019s Top Toy Trends for Christmas 2025 blend high-tech adventure with hands-on fun. From Formula 1 fantasy and collectible cuteness to drones, pets and family games, this season is all about connection, creativity and pure play.<\/p>\n

Top toys for 2025 <\/strong><\/p>\n

Mud Slinger Extreme RC Rock Crawler<\/p>\n

Jurassic World Feature Villain<\/p>\n

Airstrike Ultimate Power Blaster<\/p>\n

Hot Wheels Racing Formula 1 Sprint Circuit<\/p>\n

Shadow X 720p Dual Camera Drone<\/p>\n

McLaren F1 Racing 12 V Ride-On<\/p>\n

BBurago F1 Pit Pass Sets<\/p>\n

Home Deluxe Wooden Play Kitchen<\/p>\n

Caylee Horse & Carriage<\/p>\n

Pets Alive Mama Turtle Surprise<\/p>\n

Gabby\u2019s Dollhouse Movie Dollhouse<\/p>\n

Mini Brands Fill the Fridge<\/p>\n

Barbie Pop Reveal Treat Series<\/p>\n

Little Live Pets My Baby Monkey & Panda<\/p>\n

Switch 2 Console + Headset Combo<\/p>\n

LEGO Speed Champions Ferrari SF-24<\/p>\n

LEGO Botanicals Mini Orchid<\/p>\n

Play-Doh Barbie Designer Fashion Show<\/p>\n

Fuggler Fart Face Series 1<\/p>\n

Monopoly Harry Potter<\/p>\n

Bitzee Hamster Ball Interactive Pet<\/p>\n

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Win big<\/strong><\/p>\n

Win your wish list<\/em><\/strong> – Toys R Us is giving shoppers the chance to win their dream haul worth up to R20 000 from Geoffrey\u2019s Toy Guide. Simply create a wish list in-store or online at toysrus.co.za to enter.<\/p>\n