8 Target Items Parents Need To Buy Ahead of Christmas
Every year, millions of us are pressured into spending on holiday gifts. Financial experts often encourage us to take some of the edge off by getting creative with gifts. Instead of caving to the noisy pressure to buy, buy, buy, take the time to DIY a present or curate a fun experience that requires minimal, if any, spending.
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But this approach gets tough with kids, who are arguably the most ferocious and definitely the most reckless of all consumers. They want stuff — and, generally, they want it to come directly from store shelves. If you’re a parent who is able to elude holiday shopping for your kids and still make them happy come Christmas morning, congrats, you’ve unlocked a master level in parental discipline that few knew existed.
The rest of us moms and dads will head on over to behemoth retailers like Target, which is brimming with stuff kids want. Fortunately, some of these items are on sale. Buy them now before they sell out or the sale price expires.
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‘Bluey’ Plushie Toys
The kids’ animated TV series “Bluey” has won over an incredible amount of children — and, in many cases, their parents. If your kiddos can’t get enough of this wonderful show, check out what related items Target’s got this December, including the Squishmallows 10″ Bluey Hugmees Plush for $9.99, the Bluey Bingo Hugmee Squishmallows 10” Plush for $14.99 and the Bluey Sound Effects Talking Stuffed Plush, on sale for $10.42, down from $14.89.
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2024 Holiday Barbie Doll
What are the holidays without the most famous doll of all in all her limited edition yuletide glory? The Signature 2024 11.5″ Holiday Barbie Fashion Doll is now on sale at Target for $30.49, down from $45.49. This could be a great present not only for kids, but also for adults who collect all things Barbie.
Mariah Carey Barbie Doll
Speaking of Barbies, did you know Mariah Carey has entered this most elite Mattel club? This bestselling doll is in full holiday form and on sale at Target. The Barbie Signature Mariah Carey Holiday Celebration Collector Doll is now priced at $48.49, down from $70.99.
Lego Nutcracker Set
What’s better than unwrapping a new Lego set during the holidays? Unwrapping one that is specifically holiday-themed. The Lego Nutcracker Figure Building Set serves as both a great gift and, once assembled, awesome seasonal decor. At Target, it’s on sale for $7.79, down from $12.99.
Lionel Train Set With Bluetooth
Train sets are as fun as they were back when we were kids, but some, like the Lionel The Polar Express RTP Train Set with Bluetooth, are more technologically advanced than what we had. You can use your phone or tablet to operate this toy, which is currently on sale at Target for $72.99, down from $114.99.
Bearington Cole Stuffed Puppy Toy
Kids usually love puppies, and if you can’t get them a real one (or you already have and want to perpetuate the excitement), check out the Bearington Cole Stuffed 7.5-inch Labrador Puppy. It’s available in black or tan and is priced at $16.99, down from $26.99, at Target.
Stuffed Reindeer Ballerina Toy
Reindeer don’t get a lot of widespread attention outside of the yuletide season, which is a shame, because they’re remarkable animals! Celebrate these mysterious arctic creatures all year long by gifting your kiddos the Bearington Darling Dancer Ballerina Reindeer Stuffed Animal, 7-inch. This huggable toy is now $15.49 at Target, down from $23.99.
Kids’ ‘Bluey’ Coat Pajama Set
Little kids have a tendency to let out a quiet (or highly audible) groan when, upon viciously tearing open a wrapped box, they discover that it’s filled with boring clothes. But if they’re among the millions of kids obsessed with Bluey, you might win a smile with the Kids’ Bluey Coat Pajama Set priced at $20.
Editor’s note: Pricing is accurate as of Dec. 9, 2024. Prices and availability are subject to change.
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