READERS' POLL RUNNER-UP: The name of the game at Toys R Us is choice. It's the one-stop, big-crop-under-one-top place in town where you can find, okay, we'll say it, what the kids see on television. Gotta have that Barbie with glow-in-the-dark high heels and innumerable hair extensions and her updated and, we presume, newly evolved non-sexist friend Ken, who now dresses in cool dude surfer gear? Tucson has two locations, at 4525 N. Oracle Road and 5355 E. Broadway. Stacked floor to ceiling with all of the newest games--try Pie Face for the under-10 set--mini cars, videos, dolls, action figures and the latest Koosh-ball incarnations, you'll be lost trying to figure out what to bring to tomorrow's birthday party, but your knowledgeable offspring will be more than happy to help you sort through the dilemma. Scan the book section for what is popular--Goosebumps are a good bet, and always the hardcover Dr. Seuss, good for all ages, and especially adults who need a reality check. When you're into the small gag gifts for your friends who are nearing the 40 mark, this is a great place to get that bubble gum checkbook or candy cell-phone you need, too.
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