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Black Friday 2023 deals on toys and gifts for kids
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Good news for Santas and Hanukkah Harrys searching for the best Christmas and Hanukkah gifts for kids. This year’s Black Friday deals on toys and gifts for kids mean you don’t have to spend big to make the holidays special for the young ones in your life. Keep reading for our favorite Black Friday deals on toys and gifts for kids, ensuring you’re already a lock for Favorite Santa, 2023. Congratulations and happy holidays.
A Jellycat plush toy is a great holiday gift idea. We like the Bashful Beau Bunny plush, which happens to be on sale now for Black Friday. Jellycat’s soft plush toys rarely see discounts, making this deal not just good but also a rare find. Don’t miss out!
Black Friday 2023 deals on toys and gifts for kids
We found the best Black Friday deals on the most popular toys and gifts for kid of all ages this holiday season. These toy gift ideas are so good, you may consider getting one for yourself.
Best toy vehicle deal: Gymax 6V battery-powered kids ride on
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This holiday season, save up to 40% on toy vehicles at Walmart. Our kid car of choice? The Gymax 6V battery-powered ride on. Save $50 on this 4.2-star rated ATV 4-wheeler quad with MP3 and LED headlight. The play vehicle can even hook up to your mobile phone for the playlist of your (kid’s) choice. This functional kids ATV is regularly priced at $110, but it’s on sale now for just $60.
Note: While the product’s description says this ride on is good for kids ages 4-6, Walmart shoppers beg to differ, and suggest it’s best for kids up to 5 years old.
Best STEM toy deal: Magna-Tiles safari animals construction set
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For those looking for a Christmas gift that takes away tech-guilt (our term, but if you know, you know) Magna-Tiles provide endless hours of fun, inspiration and exploration.
The Magna-Tiles 25-piece jungle set is on sale now for $34 (reduced from $40).
The set includes 4 safari figurines (giraffe, monkey, lion and elephant), 9 small squares, 10 triangles, 1 arch, 1 pentagon — and a whole lot of tech-free fun.
Best plush toy deal: Jellycat Bashful Bunny
Walmart
This super-soft plush toy is on sale at Walmart for just $39 (regularly $51).
Your gift recipient is sure to love this bunny’s velvety ears, sweet pink nose and soft tummy.
Does your little one have a favorite animal or a favorite color? Jellycat makes a wide variety of plush animals in a bunch of sizes and colors.
You can shop all of Walmart’s Jellycat offerings here. Many items are on sale now.
Best gift for siblings: Looikoos walkie talkies
Amazon
Sold as a set of three, the Looikoos walkie talkie set is the ultimate group gift for siblings or buddies on a playdate. Boasting a three-mile range, this walkie set features a lock keyboard to ensure little ones don’t accidentally change the channel. The LCD screen lights up at night, terrific for camping trips or games in the backyard.
This set of three is now on sale for $27 (reduced from $40).
Best toy for girls: Barbie Cutie Reveal doll
Amazon
If your child loves the surprise element of unboxing toys like L.O.L. Surprise Dolls, the Barbie Cutie Reveal doll is the perfect gift.
In addition to the lion costume-adorned Barbie, this doll comes with 10 surprises and pets. Surprises vary so every gift is unique.
Although we recommend this gift for girls, anyone can enjoy this doll.
This Barbie is on sale for Black Friday at Amazon for $15 (reduced from $25).
Best toy gift under $25: Contixo Kids smart robot
Walmart
Dance, sing, walk and talk with the Contixo smart robot, suitable for both boys and girls of all ages. Using voice commands and touch sensors, this small, portable robot features wireless GPS and needs just three AAA batteries to operate (not included). Use voice commands to put your robot to sleep and to wake it up.
Now on sale at Walmart for $24, this gift is regularly priced at $35.
Best gift for boys: Virtual pong by Sharper Image
Sharper Image
We love this fast-paced futuristic game. A ball of light bounces off walls while players use electronic racquets to face off against an opponent, or play solo. Two racquets and a base unit are included.
This game is terrific for ages 6 and up, a great way to stay busy and moving during winter’s colder months. Although it’s a great gift idea for boys, anyone can enjoy this game.
This game is on sale at Sharper Image for $72 (reduced from $90).
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$100 million in federal funds released for North Carolina to rebuild roads, bridges damaged by Helene
Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Transportation released $100 million in emergency funds on Saturday for North Carolina to rebuild its roads and bridges damaged by Helene.
“We are providing this initial round of funding so there’s no delay getting roads repaired and reopened, and re-establishing critical routes,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg in a statement. “The Biden-Harris administration will be with North Carolina every step of the way, and today’s emergency funding to help get transportation networks back up and running safely will be followed by additional federal resources.”
The storm caused rampant flooding that has devastated several towns and killed more than 225 people – with CBS News confirming at least 114 people killed in North Carolina. There was more than 8 inches of rain across the western North Carolina mountains, with some areas seeing more than a foot.
Hundreds of roads across Western North Carolina remain closed, leading to an increase in air traffic as teams scour the region for survivors by air. Air traffic over Western North Carolina has increased by 300% due to relief efforts since the storm cleared, the Federal Aviation Administration and the North Carolina Department of Transportation.
Mudslides blocked Interstate 40 and other highways in North Carolina and about 400 roads were closed due to damage from Helene. Interstate 40 was damaged at several locations, the Department of Transportation said.
President Biden visited the Carolinas on Wednesday, surveying the flood damage by air from Greenville, South Carolina, to Asheville, North Carolina. Mr. Biden announced the federal government would cover “100%” of all debris removal and emergency protective measure costs in North Carolina for six months.
The Department of Transportation said these relief funds will allow the North Carolina Department of Transportation to act more quickly to fund eligible repairs to their damaged facilities.
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Tropical Storm Milton forms in Gulf; forecast to strengthen into hurricane headed toward Florida
Tropical Storm Milton has formed in the Gulf of Mexico and is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane headed toward Florida with possible impacts to its western coast, the National Hurricane Center said on Saturday. Maximum sustained winds are expected to be at 40 mph with higher gusts and Milton is currently moving north-northeast, NHC said in an advisory.
Milton is forecast to undergo a period of rapid intensification before it makes landfall as a Category 2 hurricane across Florida’s west coast, CBS News Miami reported.
The forecast comes a little more than a week after Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida and across the Southeast, killing more than 200 people and causing immense destruction. President Biden on Thursday took an aerial tour of Florida’s Big Bend where Helene struck as a Category 4 storm. Hundreds of people are still missing and Mr. Biden said the work to rebuild will cost “billions of dollars” as communities suffer still without power, running water and passable roads.
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Milton is forecast to move across the southwestern Gulf of Mexico through Sunday night then across the south-central Gulf on Monday and Tuesday before reaching Florida’s west coast by the middle of the week, NHC said. Heavy rain is possible in the region starting Sunday into Monday, CBS Miami reported, and more rain and heavy winds will most likely arrive on Wednesday. Hurricane and storm surge watches will most likely be required for portions of Florida starting Sunday, the National Hurricane Center said.
Along with the heavy rainfall, the hurricane center said to expect risks of flooding.
Residents in the area should ensure they have a hurricane plan in place, the National Hurricane Center said, follow the advice of local officials and check back for forecast updates.
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