HESS Celebrates 60 Years of Holiday Toy Trucks

Hess Toy Trucks have been delighting fans for 60 years with their annual releases of holiday toy trucks; each year just got better and better. It always felt like Christmastime when my dad came home with that large white bag that said HESS, I knew a new Hess Toy Truck had arrived. Each year my dad's collection grew, and as children, we admired the lights and sounds, and the unique pieces that celebrated our local superheroes with emergency vehicles like fire trucks, ambulances, and police cars. My favorite Hess Toy Trucks were the haulers and military vehicles. Each Hess Toy Truck box was carefully stored and unearthed when my sons were born. They too admired the same intricate details and marveled at the size of these moving toy marvels. 

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Hess Toy Truck fans can join in on the 60th-anniversary festivities with new collectible releases, Hess Toy Truck giveaways, and reviews from Hess Toy Truck fans like me, so be sure to favorite this page and follow me along on a Hess Toy Truck adventure!

The Hess 2024 Mini Collection is available now for $35.99. Add a special touch, and gift wrap it for $3.99 extra. Batteries are included!

Hess Toy Truck just released the brand new Hess 2024 Mini Collection. The miniature collection features smaller-scale versions of larger sets from the past. This year's miniature collection includes a 5-in-1 set with a fun mix of trucks and vehicles dating back from 2010.  The 2024 set includes smaller versions of the 2010 Hess Toy Truck and Jet, the 2020 Hess Ambulance, and the 2013 Hess Toy Truck and Tractor. The set features detachable display baseplates with nameplates, working free-rolling wheels, lights, chrome details, and intricate details. Check out my unboxing video on my YouTube channel to get a closer look. I absolutely love the Mini Collection, because they are a great gift for nostalgic fans and new fans alike. Each vehicle has its own unique twist like the Hess Toy Truck and Jet can be hauled together or separated for pretend play. My favorite mini Hess Toy Truck is the one from 2013. It is a Hess Mini 18-Wheeler with racecars scaled down. This was release celebrating the 2003 Holiday Toy Truck.

Back to School is around the corner, and I always like to surprise my boys with a gift to commemorate their milestone! If you do the same, I suggest buying My Plush Hess Truck: 2024 School Bus, but get this fast as it often sells out! The My Plush Hess Truck: 2024 School Bus is designed with little Hess Toy Truck fans in mind that is squeeze-activated plush that plays three sounds and lights up. There is even a quiet mode for bedtime squeezies and not middle-of-the-night wake-ups.  This is the perfect plush for the up-and-coming Hess Toy Truck fans now in the fifth release of the award-winning plush series from Hess. The plush collectible is available at HessToyTruck.com for $35.99 with free standard shipping and Energizer® batteries and is safe for kids of all ages.

For eager fans, the 60th Anniversary holiday Hess Toy Truck will be released on October 21, 2024, so mark your calendar now! More details will be announced later this year. Stay tuned for more Hess Toy Truck news here on my website and my YouTube channel. Be sure to follow Hess Toy Truck on social media to be the first to know what's happening for Hess's commemorative 60th anniversary! Take a walk down memory lane with Hess Toy Truck and learn about the very first Hess Toy Truck release. 

Let the countdown to the Hess Toy Truck 60th Anniversary begin!

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Amazon Prime Day Deals 2023

Amazon Prime Days are my favorite because I get a jumpstart on holiday shopping. I’ve been scouring the pages of Amazon for the hottest deals for home, back to college, toys, collectibles, outdoor play, and more! This is going to be updated up through Prime Days July 11 and 12, so keep checking here and on my socials! Also, please give me a follow on Amazon, so you can get notified when I go LIVE to share these deals in real time. 

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Educational Toys 

I’m all all about learning through play, and this collection of educational toys have a great deal of benefits for children.

Answer Buzzers are a great way to add some magic and color to family game night. These buzzers will help increase concentration , and motivate more focused game play. Plus they have fun colors and sounds! This is also a great price!!! Learning Resources Lowest price in 30 days at $9.99 on Amazon. 

Magnet Movers will increase logic and problem-solving skills. It comes with a bunch of magnetic objects to test too. My five year old loves this toy! Learning Resources It’s 50% off, so the final price is $9.99 on Amazon!! 

Cash Register is iconic and shares the same details as its predecessor. Nostalgic parents will understand! This is a great pretend play tool that will also increase language, maths skills, and creative play. Learning Resources It’s 30% off and is $28.48 on Amazon!! 

Magnetic Sticks are great for refining fine motor skills and enhance logic skills. You can also encourage problem-solving, and creativity with this fun Magnetic Set! Plus, they’re easy to connect and to build. 

Magnetic Set (40 piece set) $19.95 after 40% off on Amazon!

Shop the dupe with less pieces, and cheaper on Amazon. 

Magnetic Set (30-piece set)  just $7.83 after 40% off coupon is applied on Amazon!

Outdoor Play

Soak up the summer sun, and stay outside and play! Here’s a list of fun toys to have on hand for when things get kind of boring.

Backyard League Smart Baseball provides active play and will increase a child’s interest in baseball. My son who is a huge soccer fan now wants to throw the ball around every day! Backyard League is unique because it has a free app, and you can record and save your progress. In addition to challenging fellow Backyard League players around the world, this toy will keep kids motivated and build their skills all while having fun! Backyard League uses technology as an advantage by recording speed, distance, and has real time Coach rooting you on. Technology is a distraction, but Backyard League uses it a gateway to active play. Playfinity Active Gaming On Amazon, it's $75.45 after 30% off! 

Hoyle Waterproof Playing Cards are great for the beach, the pool, and just to have for the neat texture and design. Fully waterproof, these cards are so sleek and definitely a conversation starter. Plus, they’re kid proof, water proof, and easy to clean. Amazon, $6.97

Pie Face Splash pairs the fun of the Pie Face game with a sprinkler! It’s easy to set up, just connect to a garden hose, and you’re done. Kids can take turns hitting the lever and who ever gets splashed loses. It’s a win-win for all though!!! WowWee Right now it’s $18.74 with 25% off on Amazon. It was lower last week at $9.99! Watch for more savings! 

Collectibles

Amazon has a great selection of deals on collectibles, especially from Funko.

Cyndi Lauper She’s So Unusual Funko Pop! Album Funko This is only $8.98 at 64% off on Amazon!! It’s a steal! 

Bruce Banner Funko Pop! Deluxe 

Immortalized in vinyl, this iconic end-of-credits scene of The Avengers is a must-have for your collection. There are six to collect in all. Funko There's a limited-time deal and it’s only $3.99 on Amazon!!!! 

Batman Gingerbread Funko Pop! Heroes is so cute. Perfect addition to your holiday decor! Funko  It’s only $5.99 with 40% off on Amazon! What?!!

The Aristocats with Duchess Funko Pop! VHS Cover is an Amazon Exclusive and is a must have for fans. The price is ridiculously low!! Funko  It’s only $8.99 for this massive display piece on Amazon!!!

Toy Story with Woody holding Lenny Funko Pop! VHS Cover is a must have but. I’ve been waiting for this one to drop, and it’s dropped significantly. Funko  It’s only $9.99 on Amazon! He’s holding Lenny for crying out loud—the real ones will know! 

Guardians of the Galaxy Funko Pop! Marvel Holiday collection is a five pack dressed in their holiday best. This is an insane deal!! Funko It’s $9.99 for all five Pop!s on Amazon!

Dead Strange and the Scarlet Witch Funko Pop! Movie Moment is so cool! Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of Madness is my favorite of the franchise (seriously!!!), and this is a steal of a deal. Dead Strange just looks so cool. Funko It’s only $11.99 for this massive set on Amazon!

 

Mighty Thor Funko Pop! has a lot of detail and is marked down significantly! Funko  Perfect gift and it’s $4.99 on Amazon!! 

Tiered Riser is the perfect addition to your shelf! With all of these collectibles, you will need risers to display them! This is a great riser for displaying all of your new Funko Pop!s

Buy the 3-pack of this riser set to save some cash on Amazon!

Road Trip Toys

Summer is just getting started, so add some new road trip friendly toys for your traveling family.

Disney Eye Found It card game is a hidden picture game. Each card has a Disney themed scene and your kiddo has to concentrate and find missing objects. Wonder Forge/Ravensburger This is only $5.97 after 40% off on Amazon! 

Word Whiz is a handheld toy and is educational too! It’s an electronic flash card game that will help improve letter identification, word building, reading, language, and will keep kids off of the iPad! Takes 3AAA batteries. Learning Resources Lowest price in 30 days at just $11.99!! https://amzn.to/44a8k56

Flip Slide is a fun electric puzzle game that is really addicting! To slide and flip makes the most satisfying sound. Plus it improves concentration and problem-solving skills, and it’s a lot of fun to play!!  It’s $15.29 and is a great deal on Amazon!!! 

BizzyBoos are adorable and tactile Hide n’Seek busy bags. This is not a prime day deal, but there are two for under $20 on Amazon. It’s a great addition since my kids love these toys for road trips. Vango Toys 

Home and Dorm

Freshen up your living spaces with these great Prime Day Deals! Many of the items listed here I have in my own home! These products can also be used for dorm room essentials, so keep that in mind for your college kids! 

Bedsure Duvet Insert is soft and has great thickness. There is also loops for easy attachment to your duvet cover. It comes in a variety of colors too. It’s 42% off with a final prime day price at just $24.51 on Amazon!! 

Pair this insert with the Bedsure cotton duvet cover, you can find it here.

I gave this to my mom to use at her country home. She shared a photo before she covered the blanket with her favorite duvet (it wasn't Bedsure), and said it was a great night's sleep. Notice the Bedsure sheets, they’re cooling sheets and so comfortable! 

Bed in a Bag set is super soft and stylish. It comes in a variety of colors and sizes. Get Twin XL for dorm room beds! With 29% off various sizes on Amazon!

My kids were knocked out and cozy in their Bedsure bedding. The pink is from the Bed in a Bag set. These comforters are super soft!

Bedsure Pillow set comes in a variety of sizes and as a 2-pack. They are fluffy, comfy and also have sleep options. Choose from back sleeper and side sleeper. Great deal on pillows at $26.99 for two on Amazon!!