While the classics like board games and scooters are still popular, local retailers say many parents are buying presents which will ignite their children's creativity.

Connetix magnetic tiles, which can be used to create 2D and 3D shapes or structures, have been one of the best sellers at Wombats Toyshop.

"The tiles have been really popular and so have micro-scooters, puzzles and kites as well," owner Sally Crooke said.

"Everyone is really into puzzles at the moment because it's the last week leading up to Christmas and they make great stocking presents."

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Magic Mixies, a cauldron children can use to brew mystical potions, was one of the top pre-orders at BIG W Wagga and store manager Chris Flanigan described it as one of the year's "hottest toys".

The usual suspects like LEGO, Nintendo, Barbie, Pokemon and Bluey were also incredibly popular this year.

"This year we've found families shopping earlier as they look forward to the festive celebrations," Mr Flanigan said.

"In fact 'Christmas' has been a trending search term on the BIG W website since early September."

Tech-based gifts are becoming more popular each year and this Christmas is no different, despite a global microchip shortage impacting stock.

Jaycar Electronics assistant manager Phillip Luck said the shortage has meant anything that does arrive is sold almost immediately.

"We just can't keep stuff on the shelves at the moment," he said.

"It's been hard to get things and every time we do get something in it sells out. We got a load of weather stations in yesterday and they were gone within two hours."

The store has also completely sold out of remote control cars.

"I think a lot of parents want to get their kids outside and away from the computer screens this year," Mr Flanigan said.

"So we've had a lot of people coming in for gifts that kids can put together themselves."

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