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.

Let's Imagine Elmo encourages your two-to-four-year-old child to sing, count, and learn with three different interactive modes. But this year's must-have Elmo toy has a very limited repertoire ...