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1. A magical Encanto Casa Madrigal playset that lets your child feel like they're right at home with their favorite characters. Standing over 15 inches tall, it includes a Mirabel doll and 15 accessories! Your little one will be part of the Madrigal family in no time with this amazing gift!
Promising review: "My kids LOVE this. Ages 4 and almost 2. This is the best toy I’ve ever purchased. Worth the price for me because my kids play with this literally every day. I’m a bit OCD with clutter, so it’s a bit of an eyesore on my mantle, haha, but so worth it to have it out and provide so much entertainment and pretend play for my kiddos." —SamB
Price: $78.99
2. A robot building kit for the aspiring engineer in your life. Designed for children aged five and up, this set encourages critical thinking and STEM skills while having fun! Cheers to educational toys that engage and inspire!
Promising review: "Great toy for promoting creativity and motor skills" —Barbie
Price: $33.49
3. A Lovevery Post & Play Peg People set that kids entering the positioning schema phase will adore. Positioning lays the foundation for important skills such as table setting, creating patterns in math, and keeping work organized in schoolbooks. This toy will enhance their positioning skills!
Promising review: "I purchased several Lovevery products for my niece this Christmas, and we've loved every one! These were adorable in the box, and I couldn’t wait for her to unwrap them so I could join in the fun! I especially appreciate the variety of skin tones and their perfect size for little hands. Lovevery consistently knows what kids actually enjoy and what keeps them engaged. I’m thrilled to have gotten my hands on these items!" —puppylover
Price: $26.99
4. A Bluey playhouse featuring lights and sounds that will keep your little ones entertained for hours. Bluey is a family favorite in our home. This set includes 16 accessories so they can create their own Bluey adventures!
Promising review: "Both my 9-year-old and 5-year-old love playing with this set. They enjoy it together and solo. The house is adorable, and it has music and lights too!" —JLB
Price: $89.99
5. My First Bananagrams Game — an ideal game for kids starting to learn to read and spell. I enjoy playing this with my almost 4-year-old, and it’s *so* much fun!
Promising review: "We play the classic Bananagrams game frequently with the older kids, but this version is just right for my 4-year-old. We've used it to work on sorting colors, recognizing letters, and even making his name. This game will be even more fun as he grows!" —KB
Price: $11.19 (originally $15.99)
6. A Daniel Tiger electronic trolley that will captivate your little one as they zoom around. My son was absolutely intrigued by all the fun features this toy offers. It’s also fantastic for inspiring creativity and imaginative play!
Promising review: "This toy is so adorable! My daughter is a huge fan of the TV show, so we knew she would be thrilled to get this trolley as a birthday gift. It comes with Daniel Tiger, his mom, and a few other characters. The trolley moves when you press a button, which is a really fun feature! It plays the theme song and also features a few character phrases. Overall, it's a wonderful toy for kids. One tiny flaw is that the figures don’t stay in the trolley, but my daughter doesn’t mind at all." —KristinaL
Price: $29.99
A wooden play kitchen designed to spark your child's passion for cooking, giving them their very own space to do so! This delightful kitchen is both simple and stylish, ensuring it blends seamlessly into your home. Who knows, you might just have the next culinary legend in the making, like Julia Child or Anthony Bourdain!
A pounding bench and xylophone for your toddler to channel their big emotions and create music! This toy is great for developing fine motor skills and enhancing hand-eye coordination. It’s a win-win!
A Play-Doh Stars 'n Space Tool Kit that’s truly *out of this world!* My kids are crazy about Play-Doh, and I’m certain this kit will be a hit. It's a fun way to teach them about space, and clean-up is a breeze thanks to the nifty planetary mat included!
10. A tie-dye kit so they can make their own tote bag and headband! This is a stellar gift for the older kiddos in your life. Encourage your little fashionistas to get crafty with this kit — it's totally *groovy!*
Promising review: "Cute for tweens. Items really absorbed the colors!" —Stef
Price: $12.99
11. A marble run kit that promotes STEM and fun! My 8-year-old is all about the marble runs this year, and I know this will keep the *good times rolling!* It is also a super fun activity the entire fam can do together.
A fun and portable MP3 karaoke machine, perfect for the family to sing along after a delicious holiday meal! This device is MP3 compatible and has Bluetooth connectivity, so you can easily sync your phone and belt out your favorite songs. Crank up the volume and unleash your inner *dancing queen!*
A fabulous LOL Surprise fashion doll because year after year, my daughter is still *surprised* by these trendy characters. Ferocious, a member of the Super Sonix rock band known for the hit song 'I’m a Queen,' will surely *rock* your tween’s world!
A delightful kinetic sand ice cream set that my 3-year-old is eager to have. This set includes three colors of scented kinetic sand, so your child can pretend to run an ice cream parlor every day. And don’t forget to ask for a cherry on top!
A KidiZoom creator cam because today’s kids are obsessed with being on camera. Spark their creativity with this cool HD video camera. It includes a built-in microphone and special effects like time-lapse video. Who knows, maybe your kid will become the next YouTube sensation?!
Zingo! is a fun and interactive game that helps young readers boost their memory and vocabulary. It's perfect for the whole family and great for children aged 4 and up.
The Game of Life, a great way to take a break from reality and make some huge life choices in the form of a game! I remember loving this game as a kid for the big decisions it allowed, like whether to go to college, get married, start a family, or even retire early!
And don’t forget about Battleship, a classic game that you can bring back for the next generation! Perfect for cozy, rainy days. And the best part? Yelling *You sunk my Battleship!!*
A push car that was an instant hit with my son when he was learning to sit up. We zoomed all over town in this cute little ride. I especially love this one because it includes a cup holder for parents to cruise with their own beverage!
A giant dance-on piano mat, perfect for recreating that classic scene from Tom Hanks' 1988 film, Big. This oversized piano is sure to provide a jolly good time, especially for children who are passionate about music!
A Lovevery Colorful Animals Wooden Book designed to help babies connect with natural materials. This book features a Montessori-inspired design and realistic images of animals.
A shrink art kit that lets you get creative by crafting 18 adorable images like donuts, unicorns, and sloths. The kit comes with markers to personalize your designs.
A skateboard designed for kids, perfect for beginners looking to roll into the skate park for some outdoor fun.
A glow-in-the-dark slime kit that's perfect for those rainy days, offering hours of fun for your kiddos.
A Power Wheels Jurassic World Jeep — the perfect Christmas gift for your dino-loving adventurer. If you want to truly surprise your child this holiday, don’t hesitate to add it to your cart!
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
