It wouldn't be Christmas without a Star Wars toy
My Life (Flair Leisure Products Plc)
Manufacturer's description: My Life is a virtual life simulator designed especially for girls! It's the ultimate digital pocket games console that combines the charm of virtual fashion dolls with the ever increasing interest in video games! Becoming part of the My Life world is very easy, you just decide who you want to be and then create your own character! Each experience is different and each player can have fun by making a virtual life that can be shared with her friends! Just enter your desired physical appearance; shape of face, colour of eyes, skin colour etc. Then choose your look and personality! There is so much to do; shop, love and nurture your pets and play games! This great virtual game also has one meter infrared connection to send text messages to your friends and an organiser with diary and calendar! Featuring fun cool graphics! Girls will love creating their own virtual character and playing games on this pocket console! A great way to entertain children on long journeys!
Buy from Amazon.co.uk - £43.75.
Rescue Pals Swim to Me Puppy (MGA Entertainment)
Manufacturer's description: He's the cute little stray that swims all day! He walks then begins to swim when placed in water! Includes goggles, towel & adoption certificate.
Buy from Amazon.co.uk - £22.49.
Star Wars Clone Trooper Voice Changer (Hasbro)
Manufacturer's description: The Republic needs courageous fighters like you who will always believe that the mission comes first! So gear up for galactic adventures and strap on this Clone Trooper headgear with realistic sound effects and clone trooper battle commentary! Three different modes put you right in the thick of battle! Speak with realistic radio static sound effects or hear clone trooper commands from the "frontline"! Press the phrases button for battle commentary and clone trooper phrases, like "Get ready to turn those clankers into scrap metal," or "I've got a bad feeling about this, sir." Easy-to-adjust straps allow you to fit the helmet comfortably on your head - and storm your way into the galaxy! A great way to encourage roleplay!
Buy from Amazon.co.uk - £27.99.
There we have it, 12 toys that are almost guaranteed to keep the kids happy this Christmas. If you really want to show off, you could try and hunt down the entire dozen for under-tree placement - though, that'll cost you in the region of a whopping £435.