The Children's Museum Store

Each year The Children's Museum Store introduces more than 1 million children and families to learning in an entirely new way. Vivid colors jumpstart the imagination in an environment that encourages exploration, investigation, and discovery. Unique educational toys and one-of-a-kind gifts relating to every museum gallery and interest are available.

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2009 Kid-Tested, Kid-Approved Results

Each year we make gift-giving as simple as 1-2-3! Each fall kids from around Indianapolis gather and play with their favorite toys in The Museum Store, and then they cast their ballots. Here are the top ten toys of the 2009 holiday season.

1. The Original Flying Turtle
This American-made sit-skate zips along any hard, smooth surface by swinging the handlebars from side to side. Ages 3 to 12. $79.95

2. The Ball of Whacks
Roger von Oech's award-winning creativity tool, made of 30 magnetic design blocks that can be taken apart and rearranged in endless ways. Ages 8 and up. $34.95

3. X-Ball
Another of Roger von Oech's design tools. This one contains 30 X-shaped pieces that fit form a skeletal icosidodecahedron. Ages 14 and up. $29.95

4. Magformers
Use this magnetic building system to build hundreds of 3-D designs. Each piece contains super-powerful encapsulated magnets for countless hours of fun. Ages 6 to adult. Kits start at $36.95.

5. Light Saber from the Star Wars The Clone Wars collection by Hasbro
Imaginary play does not get much better. These come with a variety of handles and saber colors. Ages 4 and up. $11.95

6. Scoot-n-Shoot Soccer
A soft and safe indoor soccer system. The ball glides on almost all hard surfaces including carpet, tile, or wooden floors. Ages 4 and up. $17.95

7. Wahoo
The jumpiest, bounciest, happiest puppy ever! This maintenance-free inflatable friend comes in blue or pink. Ages 3 and up. $41.95

8. Q-Ba-Maze
Marble Maze construction toy. Ages 5 and up. Sets start at $19.95.

9. LEGO King's Castle Siege
With 973 pieces of LEGO and your imagination you will build a castle worthy of any king. Ages 7 and up. $99.95

10. The Original Yo Baby Kick Flipper
Kick it, pop it, and flip it. Develop better coordination with this unique skill toy. Available in 6 different colors. Ages 3 and up. $13.95