‘Good Housekeeping’ Lists The Best Toys of 2012

When the December issue of Good Housekeeping hits the news-stands next week they will reveal their  Best Toys of 2012 list. But here's a sneak peek at the toys that kids love the most, broken down by age categories.

A large group of kids from 3 to 13 got the chance to play with the newest toys on the market, while researchers observed. Most of the toys are priced at less than $25 and many of the top toys to reach the list are toys that can teach the kids while they play. .

Here is the list of toys that won out and their cost:

Good Housekeeping's Best Toys of 2012

Ages 3 and up:

• Hexbug Hive Habitat Set ($35)
• Techno Source Glow Crazy Doodle Dome ($20)

Ages 4 and up:

• T.S. Shure ArchiQuest Architectural Elements ($30)
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Playmates Shellraiser ($35)

Ages 6 and up:

• Moose Toys Micro Chargers Loop Track ($20)
• Crayola Marker Airbrush ($25)
• Lego Friends Adventure Camper ($30)

Ages 7 and up:

• Techno Source Codee ($8)
• Playmobil E-Rangers Headquarters

Ages 8 and up:

• Silverlit Porsche 911 Carrera ($80)
• Brain Store ($45)
• Wild Planet Night Sight ($40)
• Hasbro’s Bop It! Smash ($23)

Ages 9 and up:

• K’Nex Atomic Coaster ($71)

Ages 10 and up:

• Ravensburger 3D Building Set ($26)

[NBC News]