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TOYS UNDER $20: Looking for last-minute gifts for the kiddos?USA Archives Here are 13 toys under $20 at Amazon, the last stop for all holiday procrastinators.

Our top picks for the best toys under $20:

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Best STEM toy deal Kinetic Sand Treasure Hunt play set $11.99 at Amazon (save $13)

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Best action figure deal Batman vs The Joker action figure set $14.99 at Amazon (save $17)

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Best board game deal Clue: Ghost of Mrs. White board game $8.49 at Amazon (save $4.50)

Depending on their age, kids are either the easiest to please or the most difficult to shop for. And finding a toy that's affordable and fun (for more than just a couple of hours) can be a challenge. The good news? There are hundreds of toys under $20 at Amazon that are sure to put a smile on any child's face.

Here are our top picks for the best toys under $20 at Amazon:

Best STEM toy deal

Opens in a new window Credit: Kinetic Sand Store Our pick: Kinetic Sand Treasure Hunt play set

Why we like it

The Kinetic Sand Treasure Hunt play set is our top pick for the best STEM toy deal under $20. This play set encourages creativity and hands-on exploration through kinetic sand, providing a unique sensory experience. It features 14 "surprise reveals" (hidden treasures) your little one can discover while playing with the sand and includes one shovel, roller, octo-shaper, cutlass cutter, 10 gems, one key, and one treasure chest.

Best action figure deal

Opens in a new window Credit: DC Comics Our pick: Batman vs The Joker action figure set

Why we like it

This Batman vs The Joker action figure set includes two action figures for the price of one. These highly detailed and poseable figures allow for imaginative play and storytelling so your child can recreate epic battles between Batman and the notorious rogue. The set includes 12 interchangeable armor accessories.

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Best board game deal

Opens in a new window Credit: Hasbro Our pick: Clue Ghost of Mrs. White board game

Why we like it

If your family enjoys game nights, the Clue: Ghost of Mrs. White board game is a fun and engaging mystery game perfect for kids eight and up. It encourages critical thinking, deductive reasoning, and problem-solving skills as players try to solve the mystery of who killed Mr. Boddy. What's even cooler (now that we're in the age of tech) is that this game is compatible with Alexa, so your kids can get clues and hints while playing.

Even more toys for under $20:

• Paw Patrol, Rubble’s Deluxe Movie Transforming Toy Car — $6.99 $17.49(save $10.50)

• WHAT DO YOU MEME? party game — $7.49 $19.99(save $12.50)

• Gabby’s Dollhouse Kitty Fairy Garden Party — $9.49 $19.99(save $10.50)

• Disney Encanto Mirabel doll — $9.49 $19.99(save $10.50)

• 5 Second Rule Game — $10.99 $24.99(save $14)

• Marvel Playskool Heroes Super Hero Adventures Ultimate Set — $14.49 $33.99(save $19.50)

• Beyblade Burst Evolution Elite Warrior (4-pack) — $14.99 $21.99(save $7)

• Hatchimals Alive playset — $16.99 $34.99(save $18)

• PAW Patrol, True Metal Movie Gift Pack (6-pack) — $17.99 $27.99(save $10)

• Spirograph — $19.89 $23.80(save $3.91)

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