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Even if you pick this up in person, there might be a cost for petrol, bus, or other transportation.

Playing outside is a great way to have fun with your friends; it's good for your body and your brain too!

But lots of toys are meant for indoor fun, and that is when you would choose N/A which stands for Not Applicable.

Robot building kits, Crossword or Suduko books can help you learn something while you play.

A toy that helps you develop a new skill while you are playing and having fun can be the best kind!

Believe it or not, there is a lot to be learned from listening to all kinds of music!

Making something with your own hands can be really satisfying.

Most parents love artwork or projects their kids have made for them.

Giving care and attention to your toys can help show your parents you’re ready for a live pet or to babysit - and that you're growing up!

The cost of replacing batteries (or any necessary supplies) each year adds to your toy's total cost - making it more expensive than just what it costs to buy and bring home.

Whenever a new person gets to enjoy an item, the cost per use goes down. How cool is that?

Won't it feel great to know that someone else will have a chance to enjoy this toy after you're finished with it?

And if you re-sell it to a second-hand shop, you can get back some of the money you originally spent on it.

Supporting local manufacturers helps your community, when you can.

It may also reduce the carbon footprint of your purchase: it takes less energy to deliver an item from close to home.

Great, you're supporting local manufacturers.

This toy was made in your home country, which usually results in lower shipping costs.

We can't always buy local. But keeping track helps us remember to do so whenever possible.

Supporting local shops helps your community, when you can. Your money helps to pay the people who work in that shop, and if they spend their money locally, it helps the community again!

It can also reduce your carbon footprint as it takes less energy to get to a local shop.

Parents are often more interested in helping you buy something when you are willing to spend some of your own money.

This can be a great way to show your parents how much this toy means to you.

Can you get your money back or the toy replaced if it doesn’t work/ stops working the way it's supposed to?