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Wolf Files: Goofy Father's Day Gifts

Lego Ferraris and More Goofy Father’s Day Gifts

Dads are just kids with kids — and toy companies know it. For them, Father's Day is like a mini Christmas.

Ladies, this Father's Day, you'll see a wave of toys that might appeal to your husband or your son. On Sunday, you may find your spouse as you met him back in the '80s, playing Ms. Pac-Man.

Even if your dad doesn't act like a kid, he should expect to be kidded. Mother's Day is still all roses and cards. But on Father's Day, the traditional necktie has given way to all sorts of gag gifts and gadgets, and alternative ways of saying, "Pop, you're getting a little thick around the middle."

Here's a look at some of the items to honor the biggest boy in your household.

1. For 'Formula One' Dads: The Lego Ferrari

Wouldn't you love to say you bought your dad a Ferrari? At $69.99, the Lego Ferrari might be the only model in your price range.

Lego has teamed up with the Italian carmaker Ferrari for this special gift set — a highly detailed, 14.5-inch replica of the same car Michael Schumacher is driving this Father's Day, when the U.S. Grand Prix Formula One will take place.

You get the same oversized tires and matching decals — swooning female race fans not included.

2. For 'Action Hero' Dad: The High-Tech Spider-Man Doll

Long ago, we learned that boys don't play with dolls unless they're called "action figures." Now we learn that grown men don't play with toys marked "For Ages 6 and Up" unless we tell them, "It's not really a toy, it's a collectible."

Just in time for Father's Day, Toy Biz is unveiling the new Spider-Man action figure, perhaps the most elaborate (and manly) doll ever built — with 67 different moving body parts, including moveable fingers and ankles. Eat your heart out, Barbie.

Retailing at $24.99, this 18-inch-tall action figure even has a web-slinging attachment. Dad may never play with his G.I. Joe again.

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