Shopping for little ones can be one of the most joyful parts of the festive season – but that doesn’t make it easy. Expectations run high and, with wish lists changing by the week (or hour), and toy shop shelves packed to bursting, narrowing it down to the perfect present can be a festive feat in itself.

Fear not, then: we’ve done the hard work for you. From this year’s must-have collectibles and creative kits to heirloom-worthy toys and seriously cool gadgets, these are the gifts guaranteed to delight four-to-nine-year-olds on Christmas morning – and well beyond. Scroll on for the most exciting toys and treasures of the season.