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Kids  :   Kids Holiday Gift Guide
   

Here it is... finally.  The momready Kids Holiday Gift Guide.

We've scoured the internet for great gift for kids of all ages and put them into one handy list for your shopping pleasure.  But don't wait to order the items you want, because they are flying out of the stores.

Happy Holiday Shopping!


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GREAT GEARS
Not only for little hands, these colorful gears will have everyone intrigued by their stacking and connecting ability. Every time is a new experience as the bright colors and interesting shapes encourage creativity.


 

ABACUS
Not just for learning math skills, little ones love sliding the colorful beads creating new patterns, eventually counting skills come into play when your child is ready... and the concept is already familiar!

 

 

FROGGY SANDBOX
100 Balls in Duffle Bag
A sandbox in winter? Well not exactly. We use this sandbox filled with plastic balls indoors during the winter for ball pit fun. When it warms up, pull outside and fill with sand. A great two-for-one gift.


BATHTIME KITCHEN SINK
What's more fun than bathtime! Young ones love to emulate mom and this great bath toy provides an opportunity to do just that with its 8 different pouring and squirting kitchen sink functions. After bathtime, just hang it up from the attached shower hook to dry.


 

DROP & ROAR DINOSAUR
This friendly dinosaur will keep tiny tots busy for hours with four different color coordinated sections to drop balls into and follow their paths, which lead to other attached toys to manipulate as well as 10 different songs and 5 sound effects to keep them intrigued.


STOP LIGHT PLAY SET
Lights, sounds, cars. What more does a kid want?

 


 

 

 

 

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WHEELY BUG
A modern take on baby's first ride-on toy.. We love the look of this vehicle, and so will your busy little bee. Within minutes of opening this treasure, your baby will be rolling around the house exploring. Also available in Lady Bug theme.

 

SPINNING TOP
Remember pushing down on those spinning tops and watching as the colorful designs inside came into focus as it slowed down? This battery operated top has a wonderful animal 'scape inside which keeps attention pleasantly focused.


 


SPEEDSTER

Toddlers love zooming around on these cool speedsters with their spiffy accents. Great for indoor and outdoor play, little ones learn to steer and practice hand eye coordination.

 

 

 

EASY SCORE BASKETBALL
This sports set will literally grow with your child. Perfect size for a toddler, it adjusts in height up to 4 feet. And then it's time for the next size....

 

 

 

COOL SLIPPERS
Your toddler won't be kicking off these slippers any time soon. With each pair created in a charming animal design, youngsters will be happy to keep their tootsies toasty.

 

 

RADIO FLYER WAGON
Nostalgia may kick in when you see your child on his first ride in the famous Red Flyer wagon. Also great for giving a lift to local teddy bears and dolls.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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52PC BUILDING BLOCK SET
These 52 multi-shaped, colorful blocks, made from tough corrugated cardboard, are lightweight yet sturdy. Providing hours of building fun, nobody gets hurt when "they all fall down!"


 

 

GIANT STAR MANIPULATIVES
Bright primary colors keep toddlers fascinated as they lock and unlock these giant stars with a simple push or pull. The configurations are as endless as the imagination!

 


LITTLE PEOPLE GARAGE
A staple in most toy boxes, this toy provides hours of pretend fun as kids love to make the included cars and trucks go up and down the elevator, fill up at the gas station, stop for new tires and take a trip to the car wash. The 7 different sounds enhance pretend play.

 


MUSICAL SWAN LAKE TUTU
What's more precious than a little girl in a pink tutu? This adorable tutu/princess skirt is motion activated to play Swan Lake as your ballerina twirls in her own fantasy ballet.

 

 

READY SET LEARN! JUMP & DANCE MAT
This great toy gets kids away from the TV and on their feet as they free-dance to the music or engage in a challenging game in "follow me" mode. Learn about colors, animals and more. Lots of fun.

 

 

POP UP PLAYHOUSE
This playhouse will be the hit of the holiday season for all ages. First it will be a house, then it will be a school, then it will be a store... Whatever it turns out to be for your child, you can be assured hours of fun. Great for indoors our outside. Plus, when you want it out of the way it is so lightweight, easy to move, and a snap to fold up and hide behind a bookcase. A big favorite at our house.

 

 

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STAR CAPE
Who doesn't need a star cape? On good days or bad, this cape reminds your child that he is not only the star in your life, but also may even possess a little magic. I'm thinking they should make this in adult sizes too.

 

 

PIXTER
Great first handheld device for the younger set, the pixter encourages drawing and creativity while offering educational games as well. Sturdy design makes it a popular item for traveling with your little ones.

 

 

PLAY RUG
Functional yes, but loads as fun as well. This rug provides a cushiony place to play while also offering play terrain for your kids and their bevvy of vehicles. Add blocks and "people" and your they are on their way to being the mayor of their own town!

 

 

SILLY SOCCER
Soccer can be silly with this fun set. The goalie talks to kids, urging them to make a goal and if successful
little ones will hear the crowd cheer! Press the ball return and you're ready for more fun.

 

 

ANIMAL BOON BAG
What a great solution for storing those many stuffed animals, yet keeping them easily accessible! Your child's stuffed animal collection provides the stuffing inside this soft, comfortable chair. Mesh windows provide visible access to their favorite "loveys".

 

 

LINCOLN LOG SET
This oldie but goodie will have your child building all sorts of structures as it engages them in creative thinking, physics and small motor skills. Smaller sets are available but you really need a set this size to have the flexibility to build intricate structures.

 

 

 

 

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MY LITTLE SANDBOX
During the winter you may not be able to play in the sandbox, but with this table top play set you will certainly be able to play in the sand. Available in a number of themes including the pictured dinosaur, beach, moon and construction. Great imaginative play.



QUADRILLA STARTER SET
This building set of wooden ramps and brightly colored blocks provides kids with everything necessary to build a track for marbles to race down. The configurations are endless.





TANGOES JR.
Tangram sets, chinese geometric puzzles with seven pieces that must be arranged to create a another shape or picture, have been around for a long time. But what's different about this set, is that it's magnetic. This is especially good for younger kids who are apt to knock the puzzle over before they finish. It also makes this a great toy for travel.



TEACHING BANKS
Sold as a set, these three piggy banks labeled “Spending”, “Savings” and “Charity” help you teach your children the rudimentary skills needed to manage their money in later years.





BOOMOPHONE WACKY MUSIC
This cool variation on the xylophone will have your kids learning their favorite tunes with the included songbook and then rolling up the tubes for easy carry-along fun.



POP UP 3-IN-1 SPORTS ARCADE
The key to this action packed set it's pop-up and pop-down ability. One minute your kids a rousing game of basketball, the next it's easily stowed away in the closet. A kid's and mother's dream all rolled into one. Comes with balls.




CRANIUM TALKING PICTURE BOOK
Kids can create their own story book by not only drawing the pictures on the reusable pages with included markers but by also recording their own stories or songs to tell their tale.

 

 

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KID TOUGH DIGITAL CAMERA
Kids will love their own digital camera created just for them! Durable kid tested design allows for easy use and memory hold up to 60 images.

 

 

SKYRAIL MARBLE ROLLER COASTER KIT
Building their own glow-in-the-dark roller coaster will provide hours of fun as kids assemble the tracks in a multitude of ways.

 

 

 

DELUXE SOCCER GOAL SET
Start practicing making those goals at home with this soccer set that includes everything you'll need, including shin guards and your own water bottle.

 

 

 

PIRANHA PANIC GAME
It's a challenge to get your fish marbles to the top and avoid getting eaten by Piranhas. Roll the dice to see how lucky you'll be. If you survive you win!

 

 

 

DARDA CAR SET
Kids and adults alike will get their thrills watching their cars travel upside down through the loops they create with the colorful, durable tracks provided.

 

 

BUDDHA BOARD WATER ART
Create intricate designs while you paint with water and enjoy your creations before they evaporate and leave you with a clean slate to start again.

 

 

 

 

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FIRST GUITAR
This scaled down version makes it easier for small hands to play while not compromising sound quality. Wonderful as a first instrument experience.


 

THREEK
Kids will be fascinated as they use this three in one scope to explore nature. Just twist different lenses into place and the Threek is a telescope, microscope and periscope all in one!


 

WONDERLETTERS
This game takes the frustration out of learning to read and makes it fun. Kids learn to spell by using interlocking words. Based on a system of rewards to keep it fun.


 

 


SHADOW MAGIC
Kids will have fun creating shadows and capturing them on the glow screen and then, using the included art guide, enhancing them with the built-in light pen.


 

COUNT ACROSS
Great for building math skills, just roll the dice and then add or multiply to determine your move. Fill a row in any direction and you win. Roll doubles and knock your opponent right off the board!

 

POTHOLDER SET
Brightly colored loops are interwoven to create a variety of accessories such as belts, purses and the ever-popular potholder.

 

 

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BADGE FACTORY

Both boys and girls will enjoy making their own badges with this kit and letting the world know their message. "I love soccer!" "Home work is overrated!" "Ban lima beans!" Makes up to 25 badges.


 

WONDERCHESS
Learning how to play chess can be very difficult for kids. So many pieces each with their own rules and a complex game of strategy. Many a kid just simply give up. But with Wonder Chess, kids are rewarded with each small victory because each playing piece is filled with a prize of your choice - jelly beans or motivational stickers work well. This keeps kids positive about the game as they learn this award-winning version of the game


MELODY LAP HARP
Playing music is easy with this lap harp from Romania. Simply slip in a song sheet and pluck the strings where marked and sing along. Even adults will enjoy this unique instrument.

 

MAKE YOUR OWN INSPIRATION BANDS
Live Strong silicone bracelets are still very popular and this craft kit allows you to personalize your own bracelets. Great for expressing your feelings.

 

 


BOOKS BY YOU

Knowledge Adventure's Books by You is a software program that allows you to make your own book. From helping with your story line, adding pictures and designing you cover, this program allows you to "publish" a real book.

 

 

COSMIC CATCH
This electronic game of catch mixes elements of hot potato with following specific commands. Plus with electronic hand tags, the talking ball knows your throws. Includes four games and six hand tags.

 

 

 

 

 

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OTHELLO
Described as a game that takes "a minute to learn, a lifetime to master", Othello is a challenging and fast-paced game the whole family can enjoy. Strategy at it's finest.


 

TABLETOP FOOSBALL
This table top version of the popular Foosball game will engage your kids for hours as they try and master the movement of their "team." They'll be hooked... and so will you.


 


MET COLOR MAGIC WATCH
The Color Magic Watch, available only from the Metropolitan Musuem of Art has a colorful transparent disk that turns with each second. As it moves the colors pass over another set of colors blending together to creative a constant change of color. Neat-O!

 

 

ATARI PLUG N PLAY KEYCHAIN
If your child is video game crazy this keychain is the must have item this holiday season. Pick from pong, centipede or asteroids and just plug into any TV. Anytime time is game time with this fun gift.

 

 

JR. ART STUDIO
Direct from the Metropolitan Museum of Art Store, the Jr. Art Studio lets your child show his inner Monet, Rembrandt or Vermeer. Includes canvas, paint, brushes and mixed tray. Great on a rainy day.

 

 

TOOL BOX
This terrific set of tools is sized perfectly for kids as they embark on their first construction projects. Accompany with a pile of wood and some nails and let their imagination run wild. Case can be personalized for an additional cost.

 

 

SOCCER UMBRELLA
Keeping yourself dry this winter will be a lot easier with this large soccer umbrella. A sports enthusiast favorite.


 

 

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KHET
This board game combines classic strategy with lasers to create an exciting and challenging competition. Each piece has mirror on its sides which can bounce the laser to knock out your opponent... or yourself.

 

 

 

BEST BY NUMBERS BOOK
If you've got a kid who loves sports this book is the perfect gift. This colorful book tell all about the history and anecdotes behind why and how your favorite players got their team number. Neat book.


 

BEDAZZLER
The bedazzler has been around for a long time, but it is still the best way to add rhinestones to your favorite shirts and jackets. A great creative outlet for girls and a way for them to express their own personal style.

 

 

S'MORES MAKER
Bring your campfire indoors this winter with this terrific s'mores maker. Simply add a lit sterno to this kit, put a marshmallow on the included skewer and roast away. Yum!


 

 

MINI DIGITAL CAMERA KEYCHAIN
This keychain camera is a popular item this year as camera's seem to be getting smaller and smaller. Great for pics of their friends on the go.

 

 

 

SNOW BOARD MEMO BOARD
Snowboarding is all the rage with the 'tween set and with this message board they can take a little bit of the winter sport home with them. Use the board itself as a dry erase board or included magnets to attach pictures. Available in Red, Blue and white/pink.

 

MANICURE LAP DESK
This manicure lap desk serves up storage and a place to polish your nail in style. Add a few bottles of mom approved color polish and the gift is complete!


 

 

 

 

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