This Year's Hottest Toys That Cost Less Than $35, Because Santa Isn't Footing the Bill
If your holiday shopping list includes kids from your extended family or close-knit circle of friends on top of your own children, finding something special and budget-friendly for all of them can be exhausting. Thankfully, some of the year's buzziest toys are incredibly affordable and easily accessible (even Target is offering free, two-day shipping!). We combed through our favorite toys for kids of all ages to make this year's holiday shopping much more manageable.
Tic Tac Tongue Game
The Tic Tac Tongue Game ($18) is all about skill and speed. The point? To wear a lizard mask and face off to knock down the correct insect card.
Baby Alive Sweet Spoonfuls Baby Doll Girl — Brunette
Baby Alive Sweet Spoonfuls Baby Doll Girl — Brunette ($20) provides kids a new way to nurture with fresh food. When it's time to eat, add the food packet and water into the "blender." Kids can turn the handle to actually mix together their baby's meal and, after feeding the baby with a spoon, give them a bottle. When the baby "poops," it's time for a diaper change.
Fingerlings Hugs
Meet Fingerlings Hugs ($25), plush interactive versions of the mini Fingerlings your kids know and love.
Zoom Tubes Car Trax
Racing cars just got way more fun with Zoom Tubes Car Trax ($29).
Cool Maker, KumiKreator Friendship Bracelet Maker
Let their creativity run wild with this Cool Maker, KumiKreator Friendship Bracelet Maker ($20).
Lost Kitties Blind Box Multipack
Build your collection with the Lost Kitties Blind Box Multipack ($15).
Drone Force Terra-Sect
The Drone Force Terra-Sect ($25) easily rolls over a variety of uneven terrain.
Lego Classic Creative Builder Box
Why limit building to one set of instructions when your child can create anything they dream up with this Lego Classic Creative Builder Box ($75)?
Fingerlings Light-Up Glitter Unicorn
The best part about the adorable Fingerlings Light-Up Glitter Unicorn ($10)? Batteries are included!
Hatchimals CollEGGtibles Neon Nightglow 12-Pack Egg Carton
Things are about to get adorable! This Hatchimals CollEGGtibles Neon Nightglow 12-Pack Egg Carton ($45) has 12 new Hatchimals friends for your little one to collect and play with.
DreamWorks Trolls Queen Poppy Talkin' Plush Doll
This Trolls Queen Poppy Talkin' Plush Doll ($22) makes sound effects and talks to your little one.
VTech Spin and Learn Color Flashlight
The VTech Spin and Learn Color Flashlight ($13) comes with over 50 sing-along songs and aids toddlers in early learning.
Scientific Explorer Mind Blowing Science Kit
If your kid has a curious mind, this Scientific Explorer Mind Blowing Science Kit ($12) is perfect. It helps your child explore and learn the basics of science, from chemical reactions to the use of scientific tools.
LeapFrog Scribble and Write
LeapFrog's Scribble and Write ($22) helps little ones learn their letters and numbers.
Unicorn Sidewalk Chalk Set
Writing on the sidewalk just got way more magical thanks to this Unicorn Sidewalk Chalk Set ($15).
Little Feminist Card Deck
For your older 4-year-old who can sit still long enough for a game of Go Fish, we love this Little Feminist Card Deck ($13).
Fat Brain Toys Squigz Starter Set
How fun is this Fat Brain Toys Squigz Starter Set ($23), which contains 24 suction cup pieces to build and play with on windows or in the bathtub?
Crayola Silly Scents Markers and Activity Book
Smell the coloring fun with this set of Crayola Silly Scents Markers and Activity Book ($11).
L.O.L. Surprise! Pets
Each of these L.O.L. Surprise! Pets ($20) has seven layers of surprises.
PlayTape Black Road Tape
Why limit your cars-obsessed kid to a plastic track when they can make their own with this PlayTape Black Road Tape ($8)?
L.O.L. Surprise! Glam Glitter Series Doll
This L.O.L. Surprise! Glam Glitter Series Doll ($11), one of the most coveted holiday gifts this year, fits snugly into stockings.
Secret Decoder Ring
This Secret Decoder Ring ($17) is a game that can be worn as an accessory!
Pomsies Patches Plush Interactive Toy
Pomsies Patches Plush Interactive Toy ($22) will tell your child when they feel tired, cold, or hungry with adorable light-up eyes, purring, and cute sounds.
Nella the Princess Knight — Transforming Princess Knight Nella
The Nella the Princess Knight — Transforming Princess Knight Nella ($35) transforms from a princess doll into a knight at the push of a button. Plus, press Nella's tiara to hear some of her most loved catchphrases.
SkeeBall The Classic Arcade Game
With a foldable wooden base, the SkeeBall The Classic Arcade Game ($35) is perfect for family game nights.