You can’t put anything past savvy school kids. At this stage they’re reading, writing and counting—and they know the score when it comes to great toys. So we’ve sifted through this year’s selection to find what kids really want—toys that are cool, fun and smart. Priced from $8, each has real staying power, the kind that’ll keep your child coming back for a good time again and again. Some high tech, some retro, all winners.