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Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your account’s ‘Saved for Later’ section. If you haven’t checked off all the kids on your holiday gift list, you’ll be pleased to know that a ton ...

A wave of AI-powered children’s toys has hit shelves this holiday season, claiming to rely on sophisticated chatbots to animate interactive robots and stuffed animals that can converse with kids.

We’ve rounded up the most popular toys for babies all the way to big kids. With screen-free favourites, STEM fun and budget-friendly finds, these hot toys for Christmas and the holidays strike the ...

A Marine in dress blues kneels down to hand a shiny new bicycle to a wide-eyed kid at a local distribution event. The parents stand by, holding back tears, while other children clutch toys and board ...

Toy season is upon us -- and the gift-giving excitement can sometimes overshadow the importance of quality and safety, especially when it comes to toys for children. Consumer Reports’ toy guide helps ...

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Black Friday 2025 deals for kids are available now at major retailers like Amazon, Target, and Walmart. Shoppers can find discounts on toys, games, and clothing to spark creativity and imagination.

Children’s advocacy groups are sounding an alarm ahead of the holiday shopping season, urging parents to steer clear of artificial intelligence toys that promise companionship, conversation, and ...

Toy bots are talking dirty to tots. As the season of gift-giving draws nigh, experts are warning parents against buying their children presents powered by AI — claiming certain robo-charged trinkets ...