Metro Parent's Holiday Gift Guide 'It' List 2012: Animals and Critters

These cool toys span tech to plush to puzzles, for tykes to teens! Many have a creature theme – plus find the seasonal 'hot' toys, book-inspired stuff, 'explosively' awesome gear and more.

Kim Kovelle and Megan Krueger

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Grrls can sink their talons into this animal-print-studded gear, from a zebra inflatable pedicure pool to leopard press-on nail stickers and flip flops. This pamper kit, which includes 30-plus pieces, also has a satin eye mask, toe separators, four bottles of nail polish and a nail dryer (takes two AA batteries; not included). Ages 9-15. About $40.

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