Kids Want the Darndest Things; The 2002 JCPenney Christmas Catalog and Web Site Offer Tons of Toys for All Sorts of Kids

Business Wire, Dec 9, 2002

Business & Lifestyle Editors

PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 9, 2002

For the kids on every holiday shopper's list, the 2002 JCPenney Christmas Catalog and Web site has the ultimate in creative and fun gift ideas -- from modern and high-tech to the classics. The 2002 JCPenney Christmas Catalog (800/322-1246) and Web site (www.JCPenney.com) offer hundreds of toys and games, for children of all ages, that are sure to bring a smile to their faces this holiday season.

Surprise active tweens and teens with the latest in in-line skates -- the Rage Stunt Skate at $89.99 is the perfect gift for a child on the go. If skateboards are their thing, check out the VFX Pro Series Skateboards and make the leap from novice to professional, at $59.99. For today's hip and stylish kids, the hottest accessories in boarding and scooting are the skateboard backpack, with multiple compartments for maximum storage, at $69.99 and the Rage helmet with built-in speakers for $39.99 is a must for kids and parents.

Every sports fan will love the portable air hockey and air soccer games, value priced under $15.00. For pop star wannabes, there is MTV's The Singing Machine Karaoke System with video camera at $129.99 and the GPX portable CD player with interchangeable face plates at $49.99. There is also the CD/DVD storage case, with a 60-disc capacity available in a variety of cool colors, at only $19.99.

Younger tikes will enjoy the Power Rangers mini pinball machine at $29.99 or the Tonka Construction Big Site set at $89.99. For young children with action and adventure on their minds, there is an assortment of toys, priced between $18.00 and $40.00, and night vision goggles, perfect for an after-dark game of hide-and-seek, at $25.99.

With the diverse interests, as well as unique hobbies, of children of all ages in mind, there are countless gift ideas -- toys, games, gadgets and more -- all available through the 2002 JCPenney Christmas Catalog and Web site.

About JCPenney Direct

Since 1963, JCPenney has published America's favorite Christmas catalog. In 1995, the Company launched the JCPenney.com Web site to offer an even broader selection of merchandise, year-round. This year, we traveled the world in search of the most sought-after gifts. Whether shopping for family or friends, associates or acquaintances, the JCPenney holiday catalogs and Web site (www.JCPenney.com) represent the ultimate in gift solutions, at value only JCPenney can offer, complemented by unparalleled customer service.

About JCPenney

There are more than 1,000 JCPenney department stores throughout the 50 United States. The Company is a contributor to the JCPenney Afterschool fund, a charitable organization that provides young people with high quality after school programs.