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Kids (and Adults) Are Obsessed With Squishy Toys and Fidget Trading
The New York Times • • business
Key Points:
- Squishy toys, known for being squeezable, stretchable, and squishable, have become highly sought-after collectibles.
- Ashley Montan and her 8-year-old son have made a routine of arriving early at stores like Target to secure the latest squishy toys.
- The excitement of "squishy hunting" motivates Montan's son to wake up early and get ready independently, a behavior not typical for school mornings.
- Their recent haul included popular items such as a squishy stick of butter and a newly released squishy cloud.
