Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined KATU in Portland to show off great toys that parents can give to kids this year instead of candy. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.
MGA’S MINIVERSE MAKE IT MINI DINER VALENTINE’S DAY SERIES MINI COLLECTIBLES
You can make, set, and display realistic mini Valentine's Day-themed "ingredients" and accessories, each packaged in a surprise ball. To make replicas of Cupid's favorite snacks, follow the recipe card and set it in any UV light until the resin has hardened. Each ball includes a one-of-a-kind rose gold mini table you can only get…
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GOOBER PLUSH
| Goober is an eccentric 11" bear longing for hugs with its charming hunched pose & sweet expression! This two-toned bear has an extra-plump & squishy round belly that's perfect for cuddlers. Surface-washable.
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VALENTINE’S DAY SQUISHMALLOWS
Bring the fun home with Squishmallows, made with ultrasoft, high-quality materials! These Valentine’s Day Squishmallows feature hearts and other themed elements. Squishmallows come in a variety of fun personalities, sizes, and colors. Kids and adults can collect them! Super viral toys are collected by kids (and even adults) of all ages! Hundreds of different characters,…
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NEEDOH SQUEEZE HEART
These heart-shaped stress balls / fidget toys come in a variety of Valentine’s Day-themed varieties. The hearts have lines such as “Squishy 4 U,” and “Main Squeeze” across the front. Kids can relieve stress while improving grip strength.
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LEGO ICONS BOUQUET OF ROSES
Create an elegant display with flowers that will never wilt. The 822-piece LEGO set features a dozen roses and four sprigs of baby breath. You can decorate your home with LEGO roses, each depicting one of the three flowering stages, including bud, blooming, and full bloom.
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FUNKO VALENTINE’S POP! BOXES
These special Valentine’s Day-themed Funko figures come from favorite franchises like Star Wars, Marvel, The Nightmare Before Christmas, and DC. The figures show characters like Jack Skellington, the Scarlet Witch, and Obi-Wan holding hearts, candy, and other V-Day props.