Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined FOX 32 in Chicago to show off hot summer toys that won’t burn a hole in your wallet. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for a rundown of the best toys, games, and gifts of the season, check out our complete Toy Insider Spring & Summer Gift Guide.
INSECT INSPECTOR – 2-WAY BUG VIEWER
Two-way bug viewer lets kids examine their finds from both the top and side. Use the net and grabbers to make bug-catching gentle and safe. Includes three toy insects to inspect and practice. Reusable sticker book and sticker sheet included for tracking discoveries. Fuel curiosity and a love for nature by encouraging outdoor play and…
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BUG HIDEAWAY – BUG HOTEL & ACCESSORIES
Five-piece Cozy retreat for backyard bugs, featuring leafy branches, a treehouse, and a hideaway log. Little explorers can safely observe their favorite critters inside the dome with a ventilated lid. Included a magnifier to get a closer view. Scoopers and tweezers make catching bugs easy. Encourages kids to get outside and explore nature.
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BUG CATCH ‘N’ FREE – BUG CATCHING VACUUM
Let little explorers foster a love for the great outdoors and all its tiny wonders.This kid-friendly 7-piece set lets kiddos safely catch insects using gentle suction power. Removable bug chamber features a built-in magnifier for up-close observation. The included jar lets kids release critters back into the wild. Built-in flashlight to help bug-scouting in darker…
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TIKI BUBBLE MACHINE
Designed to imitate a tiki torch, this bubble machine features a built-in LED light, blows bubbles, plays tropical music, and detaches to become a transportable bubble wand.
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TONKA STEEL CLASSICS GIGA SERIES
Each of these three trucks features tough steel construction, bright yellow designs, and lifelike details. These vehicles encourage kids to dig, haul, and build their own imaginative construction sites. Choose from a dump truck, an excavator, or a bulldozer.
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WOW IN THE WORLD: THE ULTIMATE HIGH-FLYING AIR ROCKET
Thames & Kosmos teams up with Wondery Kids for a new product line inspired by the kids’ science podcast, Wow in the World. This air-powered rocket comes with an experiment manual to guide kids through setting up the launch pad and blasting off for adventure.
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SUPERMAN UP IN THE SKY! FLYING KRYPTO
Soar into action with Krypto the Superdog. Kids can watch the 7.5-inch Krypto figure zoom through the air for up to five minutes as they recreate daring superhero rescues.
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BLDR SQUISHMALLOWS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CLUB DISPLAY SET WITH BENNY & CAM
Kids can build a Squishmallows campfire scene with this new BLDR set. It comes with Cam and Benny figures with squishable bellies powered by SquishBrik by Original Squishmallows. The pieces are compatible with major brick brands to extend the fun.
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