Whether you've got a newborn or a teen, there are plenty of toys and things to choose from in upcoming sales. Here are a few selections from local and online stories, sorted by age. Each age group features a splurge item, a medium-priced, and a stocking stuffer.
Happy shopping!
What teenage girl doesn't need a big, sleek Caboodle to carry all of those great eyeshadows, nail polish and more? This version features three auto-open trays, a removable base divider, and moveable picture frame mirror inside.
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NEWBORN TO 3 YEARS
SPLURGE
VINCI Tab
With the growing popularity of tablets, the VINCI Tab is specifically designed for children with step-by-step learning structure, various development features, and three levels: "The Curious" (18 to 30 months), "The Confident" (2.5 to 3.5 years) and "The Capable (3.5 to 5 years). The tab switches to parent mode so it can also be used for web browsing, email and more.
Cost: $169.99-$199.99
Where: Walmart, Toys R Us, Sears
Web: store.vincigenius.com or amazon.com
MEDIUM PRICE
Mickey Mouse Musical Bench
Mini music fans will love this bench, which features three instruments -- a bell, xylophone and drum. The bench also comes with three storage bins for toys.
Cost: $63.99
Where: Toys R Us, various locations throughout Orange County
Web: toysrus.com
STOCKING STUFFER
Laugh & Learn Apptivity Case
What: There are lots of kid-friendly apps available, but not every parent wants to risk their child dropping or dirtying their device. This case not only protects it, but is easier for kids to hold.
Cost: $13.99 for iPhone or iPod touch; $25.95 for iPad
Where: Target, Walmart
Web: amazon.com
AGES 4 TO 12
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle set
SPLURGE
What: The Secret Sewer Lair playset stands 42 inches tall and has 20 different features, including telescoping periscope, rope swing and lines that can connect to other objects in your child's room. Complete the set with action figures from the popular TV show/movie, and the Shellraiser car.
Cost: $129.99 (playset), $27.99 (car), $7.99-$8.99 each (action figures)
Where: Toys R Us
Web: toysrus.com or amazon.com
MEDIUM PRICE
Morphology Junior
What: Creative kids who enjoy building -- from blocks to LEGOs to beads -- will get a kick out of this game, which gives you a word that you then build out of a combination of simple materials.
Cost: $29.99
Where: Barnes & Noble
Web: morphologygames.com
STOCKING STUFFER
FUN: moldable soap
What: Bathtime can be a little boring, so introduce this great new product that is a lot like playdough, except you can get it wet. You can mold and create with it until it ultimately disappears into suds, leaving the kids fresh and clean. Available in yellow, green, blue, red and pink.
Cost: $6.95
Where: LUSH Cosmetics at Anaheim Garden Walk and Fashion Island
Web: lushusa.com
TEENS
SPLURGE
PlayStation Vita
What: The latest handheld device features touch screen and rear touch options, a camera, GPS, wifi and more. It also features cross play, so players can start a game on a PS3 console, save it, and continue it on the PS Vita -- so your teens no longer have to hole themselves up in their room to get their game time in.
Cost: $249
Where: Best Buy, Walmart
Web: amazon.com
MEDIUM PRICE
Artiste Caboodle
What: What teenage girl doesn't need a big, sleek Caboodle to carry all of those great eyeshadows, nail polish and more? This version features three auto-open trays, a removable base divider, and moveable picture frame mirror inside.
Cost: $79.99
Where: Ulta, locations throughout Orange County (other styles also available at Target and Walmart)
STOCKING STUFFER
Magazine subscription
What: Whatever their interests, there's probably a magazine all about it. Some magazines have kid or teen versions, and many subscriptions give you the option of viewing the magazine on an iPad or mobile device.
Cost: $10 for 20 issues of Teen Vogue; $14.95 for 12 issues of Guitar World
Web: amazon.com
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Source: http://www.ocregister.com/articles/cost-378443-features-amazon.html
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