The first Tickle Me Elmo toy appeared in 1996, and no one could have predicted the huge success it had. Kids only need to press the plushie’s tummy or squeeze his foot to hear him laugh.

(Spoiler alert: You can still find these toys today!) Elmo almost was a monkey. Townsend writes inventor Ron Dubren wanted to create a stuffed animal that would laugh when tickled, after observing ...

That's where this holiday toy gift guide comes into play. From surefire hits like Elmo to lifetime entertainers like the Nintendo Switch, we've got a list of the top toys this holiday season for ...