Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part IV – Terrific Books
Flippy and Friends
Flippy is a whimsical little tadpole who encourages kids to use their imaginations to be anything they wish! Four books and stuffed animals to go with them are just delightful! (all ages, Flippy and Friends, $6.99 – $12.99)
The Encyclopedia of Immaturity
Published by Klutz, this hilarious... Read more »
Tip of the Week – Art-O-Mat!
Those gumball, trinket and candy machines that line the exit of your local supermarket are endlessly fascinating to kids and I do (more often than I should!) relent to my youngest child’s request for spare change to see what “treasure” emerges after a turn of the knob. Now picture an... Read more »
Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Fabulous Stocking Stuffers
Hand Crafted Hair Accessories
Can a little girl ever have too many cute hair ornaments? Clearly the answer is no, and if you’d like to add to your little one’s collections, take a look at Custom Clippies! Trimmed with buttons, flowers, butterflies, candies and so much more, these hair... Read more »
Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part IV – Toys to Get Kids Moving
Flying Turtle
This toy is so popular at my house that we had to buy two! It’s low to the ground and kid powered by swinging the handles back and forth to set the scooter in motion. No motor, pedaling or batteries involved! (ages... Read more »
Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part VI – Terrific Games
Ruk-shuk
This unusual game encourages players to pick a card depicting a rock formation and then replicate what they’ve seen in 60 seconds or less using 7 game “rocks” that they’ve drawn from a large pouch. Each rock bears a different point value and tallying the score... Read more »
Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part V – Unique Building Toys
Totem Building Set
Fabulously unique, this puzzle like building set from Holland will inspire boys and girls to create all sorts of structures. This set is comprised of over 120 reversible, oddly shaped and mysteriously decorated die-cut cardboard pieces that can be formed into endless constructs. ... Read more »
Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part I – For Babies
Dino Ball Pit
A bright plush (machine washable) dinosaur unzips to reveal a baby friendly ball pit, complete with 60 balls in two different sizes, encouragning both fine and gross motor skills. Clean up is easy and the baby’s senses will be stimulated with patterns, colors and... Read more »
Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part II – Dolls
Penelope Peapod
This is an adorably outfitted doll who arrives snuggled inside of her own basket bassinet. The bassinet transforms into a portable drawstring bag that is perfect for travel or playdates! Choose from dozens of adorable patterns, as well as doll clothes, blankets and furniture. (ages 3... Read more »
Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part I – Favorite Stuffed Animals
Ugly Dolls
These quirky little guys are so ugly that they’re actually super cute! Hand sewn from polar fleece in a variety of colors, these huggable characters appeal to boys and girls of all ages! Each Ugly Doll comes with its own name and unique story,... Read more »
Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part III – Fun Dress Ups
Astronauts
This is a fun new idea for boys’ dress ups! The Discovery Store offers everything you need to encourage your budding astronaut: talking space helmet, backpack with NASA patches, a space suit and space shoes for an imaginary walk on the moon! (ages 5 and... Read more »