Toy Insider Media Correspondent Deborah Stallings Stumm joined Good Day L.A. to show off the best new toys that encourage emotional growth. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best gifts of the spring and summer seasons, check out our complete Toy Insider Spring and Summer Gift Guide.
MEET THE FEELINGS FAMILY BOOK & PLUSH SET
Kids can identify and experience the feelings of Angry, Surprised, Happy, Sad, and Scared as they journey through a typical day at school with Isabella. The 36-page storybook introduces each of the five core feelings and provides thoughtful questions to spark meaningful conversations. Includes five mini plush versions of the Feelings Family characters.
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Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deal: $29.99 at Amazon from Nov. 21-Dec. 2
KIDS DIGITAL CAMERA
This kid-friendly digital camera has everything kids need to take photos and videos. It’s available in Bluey (pictured), Frozen, Spider-Man, Pokémon, and Minnie Mouse styles (sold separately).
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JELLY BLOX CREATIVE KIT
Bend rules and stretch imaginations with blocks that kids can squeeze, stretch, and squish. Some blocks feature sensory materials such as sand, foam balls, and more.
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HUG-A-LUMPS
Need a pick-me-up? Dive into the land of snuggles with Hug-A-Lumps! Grab one of the 8 ultra-cute characters, each weighing 1.5kg/3.3 pounds and creating an ultra-comforting effect. Will you choose the dinosaur, cat, or maybe the bunny? Made from super soft and squishy plush, Hug-A-Lumps are your ticket to an anti-stress wonderland!
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MOODLES
Kids can interact with Purr Kitty, Cuddles Bear, and Pawster Pup to communicate their moods and learn about emotions while playing. Each plush features six faces to demonstrate happiness, sadness, surprise, silliness, sleepiness, and anger.
