Welcome to the land of all things girly!  The toys that made the list this year are excellent picks, combining girls’ love of dolls and creative play with some of the more sophisticated technology features of current, popular toys.  No matter what your little angel loves, you can find the perfect toy for her this Christmas season.

When shopping for toys, keep in mind the following categories to guide you.

Dolls & Dollhouses:  It is pretty hard to go wrong buying a doll.  Between Barbies, Bratz, American Girls, and Cabbage Patch dolls, there is a doll for every girl’s imagination.  When looking for a doll for a little girl, look for the features that stand out that are similar to her.  No doubt you can find a skateboarder, a scientist, a singer, or a soccer player.  And don’t forget to give the nine-inch gal a place to live in her very own dollhouse that your little girl can decorate!

Stuffed Animals:  Stuffed animals this year bring the loveable fuzzies to a whole new level!  These toys now are animated with full moving features and elaborate habitats.  Practically replacing the need for a real pet (the Zhu Zhu Hamster smells far better than its live counterpart), these toys give girls’ something cuddly to love, a sense of responsibility, and a great outlet for creative, pretend play.

Dress Up:  This is the perfect kind of creative play that enchants the minds of all girls.  From pretty princesses to cool and funky costume jewelry, makeup and manicure sets, girls of all ages love to dress up and accessorize.  This kind of creative play sparks imagination and hours of fun with friends or alone.

Pretend Play:  This is another kind of imaginative play that goes hand in hand with dress up.  Why not give your little chef her own kitchen?  Your future banker certainly needs a register to practice her cash transactions.  And be careful not to forget that your little girl may be a mommy herself someday.  Start her off with the crib, carriage, and clothing for her own little “baby.”

Electronics:  Not limited to just the boys, today’s little girl is just as sophisticated with computers and technology.  If your little sweetheart is one of these gals, there are some wonderful choices for you that will combine the savvy smart side of her with her desire for fun and imaginative play.

Games & Sports:  Girls love it when games and sports are personalized for just them.  So don’t underestimate the value of a pink bicycle or ride-on.  There is also a wide range of board games that suit girls’ longer attention spans and specific interests.  These can be great choices for the more mature girl as well.