If you’re looking for the perfect toy for the five-year-old in your life, you may be feeling overwhelmed by the options. You could go the easy way and just give them “something,” but the more you know about the toys that five-year-olds think are “cool,” the better gift you’ll get. If finding the best gift for Christmas 2010 is important to you, read on.

The best toys for 5-year-olds in 2010

Here are some of the must-have toys for five-year-olds in 2010.

• Vtech Kidizoom Multimedia Digital Camera (Camouflage) – With a cool color scheme and the ability to take real digital photos, this kids’ digital camera is sure to be a hit with any five-year-old.
• Kid Galaxy Morphibians Gator Radio Control Vehicle – For children ages 5 and up, there haven’t been too many RC toys in the past. Today, the Morphibians line allows young children to have fun with RC cars without fear of breaking small parts on more expensive models.
• Zhu Zhu Pets Hamster Mr. Squiggles – Yes, these cute little robotic pets still exist, and they are just as hot as ever with little kids. You may want to check out the new Kung Zhu Hamsters that are ready for battle. Either way, these are great, inexpensive toys that will be popular again in 2010.
• LEGO Ultimate Building Set – 405 Pieces – This basic set of building blocks is a classic toy that most five-year-olds will love. It comes with a large tub for easy cleanup. If you want to see if your five-year-old is going to like Lego bricks or not, this is a great way to introduce him to LEGO.
• MATCHBOX Rocky the Robot Truck – Ah, the good old dump truck updated at last. Most 5-year-olds will love playing with this truck that dumps and has many other features.
• Sheriff Woody at playtime – This very large (16-inch) Toy Story Woody doll has a string that makes Woody say a bunch of different phrases, much to the delight of most toddlers.

If you pay attention to the commercials and look around you, you will see these and many other toys for five-year-olds everywhere. By knowing a little about the child who will receive the gift, you can give them something they will love to play with for months to come.