Toy Insider Editor-in-Chief  Marissa DiBartolo joined California Live to show off some great holiday toys that are big on fun and light on the wallet. 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.


CATS VS. PICKLES

Kids can collect more than 40 styles of plush beanie cats — including foodie cats, sweet cats, scary cats, and more — alongside four uniquely designed, super-rare pickles. They can also download the free companion app for more fun.

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  • Ages: 4+
  • Manufacturer: CEPIA
  • MSRP: $4.99

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7.5-INCH R/C JUMPING SPIDER

This R/C goes backward, forward, spins, flips, and leaps up to two feet high! Features light-up eyes so it can see in the dark. Connect up to six vehicles. Features a USB rechargeable battery.

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ETCH-A-SKETCH

The classic red-framed drawing toy is shaking things up in 2020 to mark its 60th anniversary. To celebrate the original magic screen, Etch-A-Sketch is teaming up with other iconic brands to unveil a series of limited-edition launches. Featuring Monopoly, NASA, Rubik’s Cube, Stan Lee, and diamond-inspired editions. Upcoming special editions include Monopoly and NASA.

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RAVEL TALES

Unwind this yarn ball to uncover 12 surprises, including a collectible plush pet and materials for DIY activities. Kids can create braided charm bracelets, a pet collar, a pillow pet bed, and more.

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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

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DISNEY FROZEN 2 PLAYDATE ELSA & PLAYDATE WATER NOKK

Kids can recreate their favorite Frozen adventure! Featuring 11 points of articulation, kids can pose Elsa’s arms in her signature power pose to watch blue snowflake lights run down her arms and out her palms. Accompanied by powerful freezing sounds. Press Elsa’s center chest button to hear one of her 12 engaging phrases, and more sounds inspired by the film. Playdate Elsa has the power to transform her trusted companion, Playdate Water Nokk, from water to ice through her touch. Place “Ice Powers” Playdate Elsa’s right arm on Playdate Water Nokk’s forehead and see this transformation occur. Touch the Water Nokk’s forehead or sit on its back to see its body transform from water to ice through a captivating display of color-changing lights and sounds. Pull on its rein and in a flash see the Water Nokk suddenly freeze. Supports up to 70 pounds.

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  • Ages: 3+
  • Manufacturer: JAKKS PACIFIC
  • MSRP: $149.99 (Water Nokk); $79.99 (Elsa)

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