The real sale will probably be explosive when it finally starts, but there are still some good deals live now.

What we like: A gift pick in our Advent calendars guide. Offers one mini build a day, for adults and kids alike, with build instructions on the back of each little door. The 24 figurines and builds reference Spider-Man’s New York City playground, hot dog cart included.

Plus, you don't have to wait until Black Friday to shop these deals. The online giant has been offering discounts on a gazillion products leading up to the big sale event. Other retailers such as Apple, Best Buy, Target, Walmart and Kohl's have knocked prices off of TVs, laptops and much more.