With less than a week until Christmas, parents across the country are scrambling to finish their shopping. Toy experts say theres still time to find something special but the clock is ticking both in stores and for shipping.Gif ts for Every BudgetJames Zhan, senior editor at The Toy Insider, says the key is knowing that great options exist at every price point.Every family is going to be different, every kid is going to be different, and you don't have to break the bank to find a lot of bang for your buck, Zhan said. If you want to splurge on something like a holographic projector that's $200, great if you can do that. But if not there's things in $10, $15, $20, $25, $30 you can hit all of those price points. Among his suggestions: Under $15  My Mini Baby Series 2 capsules with lifelike silicone dolls and working accessories. Under $25  Build a Buddy John Deere Activity Board with a working drill and bolts for hands-on play. Under $50  Sonic the Hedgehog Super Villain Bundle collectible set with a play/display arena. Splurge  A Magic interactive holographic play display with characters like Ember the dragon or Ellie the fairy.Hot Toys Parents Can Still FindEven for shoppers whove waited until now, Samantha Cannell, associate editor at The Toy Insider, says there are popular toys still in stock if you grab them when you see them.If you see it and you know your child is really gonna want it, go ahead and buy it, Cannell said. With stocks and tariffs, and the day creeping forward, you might not be able to get it next time you see it. So I say definitely get your hands on it. Her late-season favorites include: Step 2 Putt and Splash Adventure Center  a combination water tower and putt-putt range with sensory play features. Super Mario Big Bad Bowser 12-inch figure with moving parts and sound effects. Zuzu Pets Zuzu City  a starter playset with a battery-powered hamster that runs around town. Mini Brands Fill the Fridge playset a surprise unboxing experience with tiny, realistic foods and a light-up fridge.Don't forget the batteries, because you don't want to wake up on a holiday morning and not have the batteries. We want our hamsters to run around, and we want our Bowser to breathe fire as soon as they are unboxed.Shipping Deadlines Time Is Almost UpFor online shoppers, most USPS, UPS and FedEx deadlines for standard shipping have already passed as of Dec. 19. Heres whats left:USPS: Priority Mail Express Order by Dec. 20UPS: 2nd Day Air Dec. 22 Next Day Air Dec. 23FedEx: FedEx Express Saver Dec. 20 FedEx 2Day Dec. 23 FedEx Overnight Services Dec. 24Experts say that for most, in-store shopping or same-day pickup may now be the safest option. Last-Minute Shopping Tips from the Experts If you see it and its on your childs wishlist buy it immediately Shop creatively check smaller chains and local boutiques for hidden inventory Be budget-savvy from $10 items to splurges, theres something at every price point Dont forget batteries for any toy that needs them Know your shipping cutoffs or plan to pick up in personBottom line: Whether your list is long or short, acting fast and shopping smart can still make for a magical Christmas morning.Read more on the experts' suggestions, here. ...read more read less