Olivia Thristan

Here at Kidadl, we know the craze with mermaids all too well.

With so many wonderful toys and gifts floating around, it can be a lot to figure out where to start. With mermaids comes a sense of magic so it's no wonder so many of our kids are in love with these sea beauties.

We all know, of course, arguably the most famous mermaid of all time brought to you by Disney, and that is Ariel. But there are many others out there, including characters from 'H2O: Mermaid Adventures' and many other books featuring the mythical creature.

If your child is a big fan of mermaids, then we have created the perfect list for you, sharing our top picks for mermaid lovers, featuring different ages, budgets and of course, not forgetting boys as well as girls.

As well as mermaids, we also know how popular unicorns are, so if you're looking for unicorn toys to bring a little bit of magic to your child's life, we have some great recommendations which will make your kids giddy.

Otherwise, you can also take a look at this list of the best Disney toys for kids of all ages.

Here at Kidadl, we love our kids taking part in roleplay fun.

With films such as 'Spy Kids', 'The Spy Next Door' and 'Spy Kids: Mission Critical', we know how much kids love spies. Whether it is decoding a message, communicating via walkie talkies, using spy glasses or a magnifying glass, or taking part in secret missions, kids love the idea of becoming a spy.

Whether your child likes to solve mysteries, discover hidden clues, or simply loves anything spy-related, there are so many interactive kits for your children to get involved with full of great spy gear.

With so many different kids' spy kit options to choose from, you could spend hours searching the web for the best spy kits and trying to find the best toys to make your mini secret agent invisible in their mystery play.

That's why here at Kidadl we have rounded up the best spy kits for your mini James Bond. These kits will have endless benefits for your kids, not only does taking part in roleplay games create hours of fun but it also helps them work on social skills.

Alongside that, it also helps them to develop problem solving abilities. Whether you're in search of a spy kit for a young spy or one who is more advanced, we've rounded up the perfect suggestions for you.

For more fun toys and games to keep kids occupied, take a look at these games for 10-year-olds and these science kits for kids.

If your kids want to help with the housework then they would love a toy that allows them to do so.

With kids loving to help their parents with their everyday jobs, we have decided to bring you a list of 10 of the best toy washing machines. These washing machines will encourage your child to feel a part of the cleaning routine whilst allowing you to get on with the real jobs.

These toys aren't only fun to play with but they will also provide your child with a sense of responsibility, as well as encouraging them to take part in roleplay, which is great for their confidence and self-esteem.

With many top washing machines brands creating their own mini versions (some of which actually work with the addition of water) the choices are endless whether your child is looking for a wooden playset, a mini washing machine or one which looks super realistic.

We have compiled a list of toy washing machines which will guide you on your search to finding the perfect pick for your little helper.

For more toy ideas, why not take a look at these kids' Dyson hoovers that actually work, or these water tables for fun sensory play.

Teaching your kids how to save money from a young age is a great skill for them to have.

As they grow up, budgeting is a much-needed tool. By starting young and giving them a money box to save up their pocket money for special occasions or treats is a perfect place to start.

Dependent on your kids interests will determine the style of children's money box you choose for them. Our list rounds up 15 of the best picks so you can browse at your leisure and find the perfect children's money box to get your child into saving from an early age.  

For more, take a look at these kids' tool kits and this list of the best kids' tea sets.