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Toy shopping can feel innocent until the cart starts filling itself. Stores aren’t just “organized,” they’re designed to guide your feet, your eyes, and your impulse control. Once you understand how a toy store layout nudges parents into “just one more” decisions, it gets easier to stick to your budget without turning every trip into a battle. The goal isn’t to never buy fun things—it’s to buy on purpose. Here are six common layout tricks and simple ways to outsmart them.
