According to one of the biggest retailers, the best toys for 2013 will include tablets, monsters, and dancing toys. It is only August, but Hamleys is already gearing up for the holiday season. We know that it is a bit early to get into a festive mood but don't tell that the Hamleys. Two months ago they released their predictions for the hottest toys for the year. We are sure that they are already playing Christmas music in their store.

There is no surprise that Barbie and Mickey Mouse made the list. Barbie is one of the most popular dolls for girls and it doesn’t look like she is going anywhere.  Mickey Mouse started dancing his way into kids’ hearts last year with Dance Star Mickey. However, hot on their tails in a new toy based on the Moshi Monsters.

Every year Razor releases a new hot ride on toy. This year, kids can ride a new Razor scooter that was inspired by a classic Italian Scooter. This scooter looks so cool. If kids are a bit more reckless they can take a ride on the MC350 Dirt Bike from Razor. This bike is perfect for some off-road fun. It’s got large bouncy tires and can reach speeds just a little over 10mph.

Nobody has to feel left out. Toddlers can actually ride their own scooter with the Mini Micro 3-in-1. This scooter can actually adjust into 3 different scooters depending on your child's age and experience. We love that it grows with children.
Even families can have fun with a fun board game called Bum Face. This game rewards players with fast reflexes. The object is to bash the opponent in the face. If you land a punch four times on your opponent's face you knock them out of the ring. Losers can also gain points by hitting their bum. It a quirky game filled with odd humor but families should enjoy it.

Technology looks like it is going to be big again this year. We are getting two new tablets from LeapFrog and VTech. LeapFrog has gone back to the drawing board and updated the hardware of its kids’ tablet. It features better hardware but the battery life is improved. VTech has also made some changes to its tablet and included a camera that rotates. There is a new Moshi Monsters toy that integrates with an iPhone. You can bring your own monster to life after you download an app. You stick your iPhone into the toy and then it becomes the face. You can dress your monster up or even play music through him. Our favorite part is poking him in the eyes. Kids don't try to do this with your friends.

Do your children love Mickey Mouse? Well Mickey has been busy learning some new moves. Don't call him Mickey anymore. Simply call him M3. This mouse has now got break dancing skills. Watch him pull off moves like the Groove Copter. His moves will leave you speechless and breathless.

Barbie is inviting kids to her Dream house with the Barbie Dream House. This is the house that every girl dreams of having and it’s even got a pink chandelier.