#2   Mohair Lion on Wheels by Steiff
Steiff toys are perennial collectibles. No matter how exorbitantly priced, they're worth it. We only refrained from making this year's gorgeous lion the top pick because it's really meant to be a keepsake for adult children or only the most behaved little ones (not the rough-and-tumble, snot-nose kind). Then there's the pretty price tag: $875.00.
- Buy Steiff toys online

#3   Jellycat Stuffed Animals
We simply adore these floppy imports from England. They're quality cutesy and so easily snuggable you may want to buy one for yourself, too. ($10.99-$33.99)

- Learn more about Jellycat toys
- Buy Jellycat Stuffed Animals online

#4   i-Dogs and i-Cats
Who knew critters didn't have to be furry, fuzzy or floppy to be cute? Tiger Electronics' i-Dogs and i-Cats are tiny, shiny and ready to shimmy to your music in an ever-so adorable way -- at least for robots. They are available in several styles, too. ($29.99)
- Buy i-Dogs online
- Buy i-Cats online

#5   Boutique Hello Kitty
Since we're gifting ourselves with a bejeweled necklace from the Kimora Lee Simmons for Hello Kitty line, we thought it only fair to think of the girls, too. Although all things Hello Kitty are -- hello -- pretty, our favorite du jour is the plush Boutique Hello Kitty. So feline, so fashionista! Love the polka dots, too. ($12.50)
- Buy everything Hello Kitty online

#6   U.B. Funkeys
If your kids love Neopets, they'll love UB Funkeys. The funky, designer vinyl collectibles connect to your computer so you can play with them online in a virtual world. They come in many cool colors and styles, but our favorite is the red-eared panda. Note: You have to by the starter kit first before individual U.B. Funkeys will work. ($6.99 Funkey)
- Learn more about U.B. Funkeys
- Buy U.B. Funkeys and Starter Kit online

#7   FurReal Friends Smores Pony
What little girls don't dream of having a pony... or ever stop nagging their parents about one? (Actually, we didn't. We were too busy with fantasy marriages to Han Solo, but that's beside the point.) Fortunately, FurReal Friends Ponies, which come in several breeds, might muzzle the whinny of any neigh-dreaming princesses. The animatronic equine moves it head, blinks, swishes it tail and responds when spoken to or touched. Now if there only was an animatronic Prince Charming to go with it. ($219-$299)
- Buy FurReal Friends Pony online

#8   World Wildlife Fund Animal Adoption
How about a gift that helps real critters? Donate money for a symbolic adoption of an endangered animal and get a stuffed animal with an adoption certificate and framed photo that will help your child make a personal connection to conservation. ($25-$250, gifts vary by adoption level)
- Make a symbolic adoption with the WWF online

#9   Amigurumi Dolls
We simply could not pass up these adorable, handmade Amigurumi dolls. Industrious types can buy their crochet patterns, but we prefer to buy the finished products, which you can order in a number of custom colors. The cutesy critters are darling little gifts or stocking-stuffers, and they're the perfect size for Christmas tree ornaments. ($16.00)
- Buy them at Simple Arts Planet online

#10   Bowling Monkeys
A little kitschy, a little old-school and a little Paul Frank in appeal. Standing only 3.5 in. tall, the wooden, smirking monkeys are rather petite -- and cute. We may buy a set for our desk as well. ($14.99)
- Buy Bowling Monkeys online

#11   Screaming Monkey Slingshot
Yes, more monkeys. There's always time to have some pretty fun. As far as slingshots go, we have to admit plush, flying monkeys are the cutest way to go. Kids love 'em, adults love 'em, and so do we. They're a riot if you have pets, too. ($6.99)
- Buy Screaming Slingshot Monkeys online


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