Holiday shopping is in full swing, and, of course, toys are high on the list. Read on for some favorite toys at different price points. The list includes both classic toys and new finds. Many of these toys are 30% to 50% off.
Why not look for them locally? There aren’t as many local toy stores as there used to be, but here are some toy stores in the Triangle.
Tic Tac Toys
Crabtree Valley Mall
4325 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC
Learning Express Toys & Gifts
4209 Lassiter Mill Road, Raleigh, NC
LEGO Store
Crabtree Mall
4325 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC
Ali Cat Toys
200 N Greensboro Street, Carrboro, NC
Read on for some toy suggestions. The prices are subject to change, so make sure to click on the link to see the current price.
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Toys Under $20
- CLASSIC OPERATION GAMEPLAY: A favorite kids game for generations. With the Operation electronic game, kids get to play “the doctor” and perform “surgery” to make Cavity Sam better–or they get the…
- SKILL AND COORDINATION: In this fun board game for kids, players use skill and coordination to remove all kinds of easy-grab wacky ailment pieces with the tweezers without hitting the sides of the…
- UNPREDICTABLE AND FUNNY GAME FOR KIDS: When a player hits the sides with the tweezers, kids can giggle as—buzzzzz.—the surprising buzzer goes off and Cavity Sam’s red nose lights up
- Special edition Little People Collector gift set featuring characters from the 1982 movie, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial
- Includes 3 figures, styled like E.T., Elliott, and Gertie
- Each figure stands over 2.5 inches tall (6.9 cm)
- MAKE & REMAKE 10 BRACELETS: Create & recreate unique bracelets, easily swapping out beads for endless styles, match with outfits No knots, no cutting, no clasps – just pop beads on & off for…
- POPSTYLE BRACELET MAKER: The easiest way to make bracelets Let your child express their creativity with this DIY bracelet making kit, perfect for young makers that love friendship bracelets & bracelet…
- 170 BRACELET BEADS FOR PERSONALIZATION: Swap with 170 stylish beads, including gold chains, emojis, faceted, peek-a-boo, striped beads, and letter stickers to make BFF bracelets for besties
- EASY SQUEEZY CREATIVE FUN: This Play-Doh tools set features the classic Fun Factory playset and a bulk pack of 31 Play-Doh accessories
- 23 ANIMAL AND SHAPE CUTTERS: Inspire imaginative play for girls and boys with shapes like stars, butterflies, cats, dolphins, and more
- ROLLER WITH ADD-ONS: Arts and crafts activities for kids get even more fun with roller attachments that can slice through Play-Doh compound with different designs
- Quick-build LEGO Star Wars Microfighter (75363) – Spark children’s creativity with a buildable microscale model of The Mandalorian’s N-1 Starfighter first seen in Star Wars: The Book of Boba…
- Includes 2 popular Star Wars characters – A LEGO minifigure of The Mandalorian with a blaster pistol and jetpack accessory element, plus a LEGO figure of Grogu ‘Baby Yoda’
- Build and play – The N-1 Starfighter buildable toy features an open cockpit for The Mandalorian, space for Grogu behind the cockpit and 2 stud shooters for action play
- 6-dart rotating drum
- Quick-draw blaster
- Slam-fire action
- Baby toy bundle including 1 stacking ring toy and 1 set of baby blocks
- 5 colorful rings & a bat-at rocker base make the iconic Rock-a-Stack toy loads of fun! (6M+)
- Baby’s First Blocks offers classic sorting & put-and-take fun with 10 colorful blocks & a take-along storage bucket (6M+)
- Inspired by Ariel from Disney’s The Little Mermaid, the Mermaid Ariel doll captures her signature look from the film!
- Ariel fashion mermaid doll is posable and wears an ombre-colored mermaid tail with a glitter fin!
- She features her signature long red hair that celebrates the beauty of natural hair for styling fun!
- Bluey Keepy Uppy Game is a fun action game where players use their character paddles to keep the balloon up in the air!
- Includes a motorized balloon that flips and spins around the board – Where will it go next?
- Kids bop the balloon with their paddle when it comes to them, but don’t let the balloon hit the hedge!
- FOIL ART & CRAFT ACTIVITY: Let your child’s imagination soar with this magical, mess-free foil art and craft activity. They can create stunning pictures featuring princesses, fairies, and unicorns,…
- INCLUDES: 100+ Foam Stickers, 100 Colorful Foil Sheets, 10 Picture Canvases, Googly Eyes & Instruction Manual
- EASY TO USE: Select a picture canvas, apply sparkly foil sheets using the included stickers, and watch the picture come to life!
Toys Under $30
- EXCLUSIVE CHASE ACTION FIGURE: Wearing his blue Aqua Pups wetsuit, with true-to-show fish-scale details and a super cool divers helmet, Chase is ready to roll out and save the day in the pretend sea
- RESCUE VEHICLE: Chase’s Rescue Vehicle features authentic true-to-show styling, so it looks just like it does in the show and is perfect for going on high-speed rescues, in the imaginary ocean
- VEHICLE LAUNCHER: When there’s trouble, put Chase in the cockpit of his rescue vehicle and load it into the Patroller’s launcher, before slamming down on the launching lever and blasting into…
- The first LEGO Harry Potter buildable model of Dobby the House-Elf (76421) – Your young Harry Potter fan can build and display a recreation of one the most beloved characters in the Wizarding World
- Posable head, ears, arms and fingers – Create different looks and adjust Dobby’s fingers so he can hold the brick-built accessories
- Iconic accessories – Kids can relive classic movie moments as they build Aunt Petunia’s ‘floating’ pudding cake and a detailed model of Tom Riddle’s diary with Harry Potter’s sock
- DREAM BIG & BUILD BIG – No limitations, scalable to build as big as desired by adding more pieces to create the master piece. PicassoTiles in colossal styles
- LEARNING BY PLAYING – Never too early to start developing kids creativity. Children can acquire strong sense of color, geometrical shapes including 3D forms numbers counts, magnetic polarities &…
- BONDING BY PLAYING – Entertaining for single or multiple parties and feel the sense of achievement together. Suitable for all ages (3+ and up) by one party of in groups a great way to spend quality…
- Cool Camping Adventure Set – LEGO City 4×4 Off-roader set for kids includes monster truck style car toy, 2 mountain bikes, a tent, and 2 minifigures for endless fun
- Monster Truck Action – The off-road car toy boasts large tires, high working suspension, and a flatbed for transporting the toy mountain bikes, perfect for kids who love monster truck toys
- Role-play Camping Fun – Kids can explore the camping spot, use the camera accessory to capture wildlife, pitch the tent, and cook by the campfire
- MASSIVE SCIENCE KIT FOR CURIOUS KIDS – More than 15 experiment activities including dueling water tornadoes, building an erupting volcano, growing a crystal, two geologic dig kits, and more!
- ENOUGH TO GO AROUND – This science lab allows kids to conduct multiple experiments and is great to share with family, friends, or classmates. Enjoy the magic of discovery together!
- THE SECRET IS THE SCIENCE – A detailed, full-color Learning Guide teaches the science at work in the experiments, allowing your child to develop a deep, lasting appreciation for a variety of Earth…
- Kids can create 3 different groups of dogs with this LEGO Creator 3in1 Adorable Dogs toy building set, featuring animal figures from 7 cute breeds
- Young animal lovers will love building characterful canines: beagle, poodle and labrador dog figures and role-playing caring for the toy pets
- The toy pets can also be rebuilt into a miniature schnauzer and a pug, or a husky and a long-haired dachshund for hours of creative play
- 6-piece cleaning set for hours of pretend play housekeeping
- Includes broom, mop, duster, dustpan, brush, and storage stand
- All pieces durably made and sized for kids
- PUT SOME FUN IN THE PLAY-DOH OVEN: This kitchen playset features a toy oven for kids 3 years and up to play pretend chef. Place a Play-Doh food inside, press the lever, and watch it rise
- COLOR-CHANGING LIGHT LOOKS LIKE IT’S BAKING: Activate the oven to turn on the white light, then watch it change to red as it finishes “cooking” (runs on 3 AAA batteries, not included)
- DING. IT’S DONE: After the light changes red and the Play-Doh food finishes rising, you’ll hear the “ding” to let you know it’s done
- UNLEASH THE ULTIMATE SOAK. An interactive target that strikes back, the Nerf Super Soaker RoboBlaster was designed to pour it on. Aim and knock down targets to disable it or you’ll find yourself…
- TAKE ON THE COMPETITION. Multiple ways to play Robot vs Humans. Dominate the Nerf Super Soaker RoboBlaster by teaming up to knock down the targets. Team vs Team. Compete against each other. Both teams…
- POUR ON THE FUN. Equipped with a powerful water blast, 60-degree rotating head, and an on/off water control valve, this blaster can drench your friends from 30ft away. The adjustable base with…
- Based on the new suit from the Spider-Man: Homecoming movie, the Marvel Hot Wheels Spider-Man Web-Car includes a character car and launcher.
- The vehicle’s windshield moves with a push of the spoiler to focus on a target.
- The spoiler also launches the included exclusive web car to take down villains or other obstacles.
Toys Under $50
- This portable Barbie dollhouse unfolds to reveal 2 plus feet of indoor and outdoor storytelling fun — the one-story playset features a kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and outdoor pool.
- Fill the pool with water to really make a splash — then have fun swimming beneath the colorful patio lights that can hang from the fold-out patio cover.
- Pull the two chairs up to the island bar for indoor or outdoor dining.
- Pretend kitchen playset with 4 interactive play settings, including bilingual learning in English & Spanish
- 75+ songs, tunes, sounds and phrases teach the alphabet, numbers, colors, shapes, and more
- 2 sides of play with activities like shape sorting, on/off light switch, clock with roller and more
- Creative Development – Motivate young minds with this toddler-friendly assortment of LEGO DUPLO bricks and pieces. With endless hands-on creative possibilities, the developmental benefits are enormous
- Learning Through Play – Fuel imaginations with 85 colorful bricks including fun pieces, such as a window, car, and 1-2-3 number bricks. With such a versatile toy, kids will never stop playing and…
- Toddler Development – With a modern design for the buildings, people and objects, it’s easy for parents and carers to share toddlers’ precious developmental milestones as they work together to…
- SAPIEN TECHNOLOGY – A leap forward in character technology introduces new anatomically accurate NFL player skeletons that are more responsive and true-to-life player motion.
- INCREASED CONTROL AND REALISM – The newest iteration of FieldSENSE provides an enhanced gameplay foundation giving you greater control and delivering realism to all the ways you play.
- YOUR STARDOM. YOUR STORY. – Achieve greatness in your NFL career with game-changing control. Select your position, body type and customize your Superstar and build your legacy.
- TRENCH RUN: Take down the Empire with the Death Star Trench Run Battle Pack
- STARFIGHTERS: Features a total of four vehicles from both the REBEL ALLIANCE and the GALACTIC EMPIRE
- ICONIC CREW: Contains five micro figure accessories including LUKE SKYWALKER and more
- 6 ADJUSTABLE HEIGHTS. Raise the height to increase difficulty as your kids grow. Basketball Set can be adjusted from 2.5 to 4 feet
- OVERSIZED RIM. Designed with an oversized rim making it easier for kids to score baskets
- INDOOR AND OUTDOOR USE. Little Tikes’ basketball hoop for toddlers is sturdy and water-resistant so kids can use it outdoors or inside
- Interactive palace playset with lights, sounds, and the hit Disney Frozen song, ‘Let It Go’ for toddler-friendly play
- Bottom Discovery Button “magically” reveals the staircase with lights and sounds
- Top Discovery Button “grows” the castle with spinning snowflake action
- SMASH CHANGERS: Smash into battle with Transformers Smash Changers! Each 9-inch figure converts from alt mode to robot mode in 3 steps by smashing!
- 2 MODES: This Transformers Optimus Primal action figure converts from robot to Transformers gorilla mode
- SMASH TO CONVERT: This Optimus Primal toy converts to robot mode in 3 steps by smashing! Each smashing motion activates a conversion step. Manually convert back to alt mode in 3 steps
- Home Décor – Features 9 different LEGO artificial decorative plants creating a succulents low-maintenance display to enhance your office or home décor
- Realistic Bloom – Bring nature indoors with this LEGO set for adults! Inspired by real-life plants and flowers, this set adds a contemporary touch to your space
- Vibrant Design – Admire the different shapes, textures and colours that make up the display, with each plant mirroring a real-life variety
- Your dream of becoming a Trainer is not out of reach. Countdown to your favorite holiday, or any special occasion, with the Pokémon 24 Day Advent Calendar.
- Open the tiny doors to reveal 24 unique Funko Pocket Pops. featuring some of your most beloved Pokémon.
- Which will you catch next for your collection
Toys Under $100
- Over 2 ft-tall Batbot Xtreme comes with wings, punching fists, projectile launchers, a motorcycle, & a voice changer!
- Turn Power Pad on right shoulder to activate battle mode with extended wings and fists, then squeeze the triggers for super punching action!
- While in battle mode, kids can speak into voice changer for awesome voice effects!
- ULTIMATE TOY ICE CREAM TRUCK: Play-Doh ice cream truck toys for kids allow kids to play pretend! This kids play kitchen is the perfect place to express their imaginations!.Ideal for ages:3 years and…
- CREATE, CUSTOMIZE, CHECK OUT: With this Play-Doh ice cream set, make treats with soft serve machine and scooping station, decorate with sprinkle maker, tools, and molds, and ring up customers at…
- REALISTIC SOUNDS AND MUSIC: Classic ice cream truck jingles and “cha-ching!” of toy register
- Hit the road to adventure with the Barbie Dream Camper featuring an epic slide, 7 play areas and everything imaginations need to play out the ultimate camping trip.
- Rolling wheels and a 2-seater cab inspire fun travel play -load the RV up and push to get the story started.
- When they arrive at their destination, kids can open the camper up to reveal a kitchen, dining area, sleeping area, bathroom, pool, slide, fire pit and more.
- Features a LEGO Disney Princess buildable castle toy with a slide, movable furniture and large and small dolphin chariots, plus accessories
- Kids can listen to Sebastian play in the music area as they dance on the octopus spinner with Flounder and Arista, or check out Ariel’s treasure
- Whiz down the golden slide and join King Triton in his dolphin chariot or play with sea animals figures
- GET READY FOR ADVENTURE: The Space Rocket is fully functional with lights and sounds. Two compartments and the cockpit can be opened to reveal an adjustable control room and space to place the Junior…
- TAKE ME TO OUTER SPACE: Your space adventurer will love this toy rocket ship with 3 compartments and a drop-down ramp for moving the space rover in and out. Has a great handle for “flying” the…
- PLAY AND EXPLORE: With Space Adventure Series Mars Mission astronauts and space vehicles, your budding space explorers will be able to let their imagination run wild.
- FIND BURIED TREASURE – This metal detector kit is the perfect tool for a treasure-hunting expedition! The 7.4″ dual coil is waterproof and has adjustable sensitivity to detect objects up to 6″ deep….
- PACKED WITH FEATURES – In addition to an easy-to-read LCD screen, this metal detector kit has a simple setup, a pinpoint function & 3 selectable detection modes that make metal detecting easy and fun!…
- DESIGNED ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS – This high-quality metal detector’s telescoping arm provides length adjustment, while the comfort grip makes it easy for all treasure hunters to use. At just 1.4…
- Open the back doors to store your bridle, saddle and other supplies.
- Bring your horse wherever you go in the Horse Transporter.
- After you load your horse and gear it’s time to hit the road.
- Race Spider-Man and Black Panther around the Hot Wheels RacerVerse Spider Man’s Web-Slinging Speedway to see who will escape the villainous Doc Ock.
- Kids load up their racers in the slam-launchers, then send them zooming around a course five times. The first one to the finish line claims victory, while second place gets knocked off by Doc Ock’s…
- The set includes Hot Wheels RacerVerse Spider-Man and Hot Wheels RacerVerse Black Panther die-cast vehicles with authentic details that collectors and kids love.
- Interactive animal safari playset stands over 2 feet tall with 2 sides of play, 5 activations & 6 different animal habitats for kids to explore
- Colorful lights and fun songs, sounds and phrases teach all about different animals
- Pop-up computer screen with animal facts, working zipline, drop-through waterfall, peek-a-boo bush, plus soft vines and spinning water basin
- NURTURE YOUR MAMA GUINEA PIG: Nurture your mama by patting her, feeding her and brushing her to make her heart light up. Then place her back in the hutch.Ideal for ages:4 years and up
- MAMA MAGICALLY HAS 3 BABIES!: Once her heart lights up, she is ready to enter her hutch and magically reveal her babies! When will her babies arrive
- STYLE BABIES WITH SURPRISE ACCESSORIES: Open the hutch and find a baby and it’s surprises! Style each baby with it’s own surprise accessories
- Packed with 40-plus play features, songs, sounds, lights and more, our convertible activity walker helps little ones learn and grow with four engaging ways to play: seated, cruising, shopping cart and…
- Great for encouraging balance, fine motor skills, pretend play and more, it’s a grow-with-baby must-have that delivers tons of learning and fun for years to come
- Removable toy panel for easel or floor play includes: Wobble plane with propeller, Click-clack bee, Hot air balloon spinner, Rotating gears, detachable Rattle phone with baby mirror