Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined Fox 4 in Fort Myers to show off some great holiday toys that will never go out of style. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best toys of the holiday season, be sure to check our complete Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide.


THE BIG DIG ORANGE SPECIAL EDITION

Features two-handed controls for digging and dumping. The contoured seat and boom rotate 360-degrees on a sturdy, wide base that supports up to 110 lbs. It easily breaks down to take on the go.

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  • Ages: 3+
  • Manufacturer: BREYER
  • MSRP: $52.99

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KODAK PUZZLES

Kids can discover beautiful scenery with Kodak Puzzles. With the 1000 Piece Puzzle, kids can experience the rich, true colors. The jigsaw puzzle is made with European blue puzzle board and cut into uniquely shaped pieces for added fun and enjoyment. The 500 Piece Illuminated Jigsaw Puzzle lights up with 20 LEDs.

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  • Ages: 10+
  • Manufacturer: CRA-Z-ART
  • MSRP: $29.95; $9.97-14.97 CAD

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ALL PRO PASSER

The All-Pro Passer is programmed to throw accurate football spirals like a quarterback. The set includes a football and features nine different passing zones to launch the ball more than 25 yards. Kids can select their play and press hike, slant, post, short, or long. Players can practice alone or with others.

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R/C 1:14 SCALE REMOTE CONTROL 4X4 FORZA BUGGY

Kids can bring the excitement of Forza trail racing home! This 4X4 buggy is ready to take on any maze of dust and dirt with all-wheel drive and full-function R/C capabilities at kids’ fingertips. Sporting Forza styling, huge tires, metal spring suspension, and a semi-open cockpit, kids will be ready for hours of fun. Simple, game-style wireless remote control has 2.4GHz technology which lets kids drive up to six R/C at the same time without interference. Recharge easily with USB Smart Charge technology. Ready to run, includes all required batteries. Includes one month free XBox Game Pass Gold subscription so kids can play the Forza Horizon 5 Game as soon as it comes out (terms and conditions apply).

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  • Ages: 6+
  • Manufacturer: NEW BRIGHT
  • MSRP: $29.97; $39.97 CAD

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HERD MENTALITY

The object of this family-friendly game is to blend in with the herd. The game starts with a random question, players secretly write down an answer they think everyone else will choose. If players have an answer that differs from the group, they will get stuck with the Pink Cow. The version sold through Amazon is an eco-friendly edition that’s plastic-free and reduces the amount of packaging used by shrinking the size of its box.

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