Consider This Your One-Stop Shopping For All The Kids On Your Gift List This Year
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Better luck next year, Santa.
Posted on Nov 8, 2026 UTC
by Maitland Quitmeyer BuzzFeed BuzzFeed Staff
I'm a deputy editorial director on the BuzzFeed Shopping team (I've been a shopping editor so long, I remember when Prime Day was just one day), who has spent the better part of a decade finding, vetting, and writing about products (and deals!), from no-nonsense toilet cleaners to the best mascaras to genius ideas that'll win your next gift exchange.
Shopping for kids can be a challenge! Even if you're not sure what hobbies, shows, or books they're into, you're all but guaranteed to find something perfect in this list. There are even some picks in here that might make you extra nostalgic for your childhood!
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This is suggested for ages 10+.
Promising review: "My family took this on a trip recently, and it was a big hit! It was perfect for screen free time on the airplane — there is not much room to do anything on a plane these days, but you can fold down your tray and fold away. The designs were fun and interesting, and sometimes if we were stumped we would trade sheets back and forth. Some reviews comment that the package is small and doesn't look like much, but it really delivers- it is going to provide hours and hours of fold time, plus it is lightweight and easy to take on a trip. If a picture was really difficult, sometimes we would leave it for a day, come back to it, and have it solved in just a few minutes. We thought it was great fun and could be a unique gift for people who like a challenge. Would definitely buy again!" —Jen in NC
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
Looking for more puzzling? There's also Foldology 2 and Foldology 3 (which is more challenging and designed for teens and adults)!
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The set also comes with a protective carrying case, a neck strap, a cleaning cloth, and a bird identification sticker book.
Promising review: "Awesome binoculars for kids! My 3, 5, and 7-year-olds all use them and get to bird with mom and dad. I have even used them in a pinch, and they work great. We have had other brands of binoculars for them, and they do not fit as nicely in their hands or focus as well. These are lightweight and easy to use." —Mama of Wrens
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors).
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This is recommended for ages 9 and up.
Promising review: "Highly recommend! The item looks exactly like the photos and is made with excellent quality. It was the perfect gift, and my 15-year-old daughter was thrilled with it. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" —Kenya Pratt
Get it from Amazon for $26.99.
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They can also use the Lego Play app for more features!
Promising review: "My son saw this book in his school book order sheet and HAD TO HAVE IT. So I bought it off Amazon for his sixth birthday. He built his own mount for his iPad mini and was making stop-motion videos in no time! I was worried it would be too advanced for him, but once his dad showed him how to use the program and how to move the pieces just right, he was all set! It keeps him occupied for HOURS and I love that it’s an interactive way to channel his creativity and do something else fun with the millions of LEGO sets he has. Definitely pleased with this purchase!" —justcruzn
Get it from Amazon for $23.31.
Promising review: "Get these for your kids they will ADORE them! My daughter absolutely loves these. I had these in childhood so when I found them, I was literally over the moon. They are the best books ever and I was so excited they are still in print!" —Kirsten Rhode
Get a set of four books from Amazon for $19.01.
Promising review: "My kids love these water bottles. I have boys ages 5-8 and was easy for them to open and close, they stayed hydrated in summer camp. Very easy to clean because no narrow straw. Color was exactly the teal pictured and seems pretty durable so far. It does leak a bit when not stored upright if it's not tightly closed." —Sima Leah
Get it from Amazon for $19.55 (available in four colors).
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The 16-ounce leakproof bottle can keep drinks cold up to 24 hours. It comes with a flexible silicone straw and comes apart for easy cleaning. There are also replacement heads in the listing.
Promising review: "So durable. Only kids cup I have found that is comparable to a Yeti. Keeps water COLD and easy to clean." —Carli
Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in 21 styles).
It's recommended for ages 7–107.
Promising review: "BrainBolt is the perfect game for my son. He has an amazing memory and loves to challenge it! He loves the different levels of play with this game so he doesn’t get bored! Since it is so portable…we take it everywhere with us…on road trips, on the way to school, doctor’s office and even to the grocery store. I love that it is educational and it is helping grow is brain! It’s a fun game that keeps my 8 year old son really entertained!" —Eryn Jackson
Promising review: "We played it for our family night. there were six of us (ages twenties thru sixties), At first, we did individual mode and the person with the best score won. Then we did teams of two, which was great because we got to match the top three with the best scores with another with one of the lower scores.
The thing that was interesting was how, if you keep playing, you get better and better at it. I'd recommend this to anyone who loved some of the old arcade games. This is a wonderfully portable version of that. This is now part of our usual game night rotation!" —Josie Brown
Get it from Amazon for $23.99.
So Handmade / Etsy
Promising review: "What an absolutely perfect gift for my toddlers who love Hot Wheels! You can tell it’s so well made with lots of love and care. I cannot wait to give them the two I bought for Christmas and to use them as fun travel toys (because Hot Wheels come everywhere with us!)" —Shannon Brown
Get it from So Handmade on Etsy for $28 (originally $35; you can also add a name for an added cost).
So Handmade specializes in handmade, Montessori-inspired toys for toddlers — and are especially useful for travel.
Shipping info: Arrives by Christmas; check the listing for estimated shipping time to your area.
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Promising review: "My son received this set as a gift for Christmas and he really loves it. I asked the gifter where they got it and I have since bought the same set two times as a gift to other toddlers my son's age. And each time it's a huge hit! Kids are just obsessed with this. Even myself had fun playing this with my son. I like how versatile the tracks are. Totally worth it!" —olive
Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (also available in blue, plus a shark version).
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Promising review: "I bought this for my daughter's 8th Birthday! It was fantastic. The girls were able to make the bracelets without assistant (other than tying knots in the ends). The beads are high quality and have lasted on my daughter's backpack. I even made one for myself as a keychain for my keys." —Mallary Morris
Get it from Amazon for $48.
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This was one of Oprah's Favorite Things in 2025 btw!
Promising review: "Mini Mahjer is awesome! Our family has played each night, and my kids learned so quickly. Love the playing cards, quality of the tiles, and the ability to play a full card while my kids can play the beginner, intermediate, or advanced cards included with the game." —CP
Get it from Amazon for $160 (also available in three other styles).
Promising review: "My 4-year-old daughter and 2.5-year-old son love these clips. They have been wearing them all morning. They seem to have great hold, they are pretty sturdy. My son was pulling them off and they didn’t seem to get damaged at all. They are pretty, and seem to be comfortable for the kids as well. Worth the price!" —Luke Weber
Get a set of 18 from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 18 styles).
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Promising review: "If your kids have Legos, you NEED this table.I think this is one of the best purchases I've made for my kids, I wish i would have got it a couple of years ago. Now there is no more stepping on Legos on the floor or finding Legos in every box and drawer in the house. Now I can sit on the sofa rather then the floor when my kids want me to help them build. The kids now keep all the Legos together on the table or in the drawers. Love it!" —mary
Get it from Amazon for $92.99+ (available in three colors).
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See it in action on TikTok.
Promising review: "It was very much beloved by 7-year-olds. They played and played with it. Good value for my money." —Sheri Dunkley
Get it from Amazon for$29.97.
This is recommended for ages 5+.
Promising review: "This kit was the perfect Christmas gift for our 6-year-old! It was packaged well and clearly labeled, the ingredients were fresh, and included very cute and easy-to-follow directions! It was a great activity for all of us to enjoy together! We did half the regular salt pretzels and half with cinnamon and sugar; both were delicious!" —Austin
Get it from Amazon for$36.99 (also available in five other cooking kits like bagels and cinnamon buns).
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Of course, children should still be supervised while using these knives!
Promising review: "I’ve only had these for a couple of days, but already my 4-year-old daughter keeps asking me for things to chop up. They’re perfect for the little chef in your life or the kid who want to be a big helper. So far she’s easily (and safely) chopped up: lettuce, apples, bananas, strawberries, potatoes, even carrots! I can run my hand along the blade and not cut myself and yet it’s designed in a way that you can still chop through veggies and fruits. Another pro is they are super easy to clean and dishwasher safe. They came exactly as pictures for me: in three different sizes and colors, with a slight grip texture on the handle for little hands. They’re nice and lightweight as well so it’s not cumbersome for younger kids. Love them!" —Abby Roeller
Get a set of three from Amazon for $9.95.
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Even better: gift it with a book of paper airplanes!
Promising review: "My nephew LOVED it! Though we have been joking that this now makes paper airplanes an "outside toy" (read: it's awesome)" —Alisha
Get it from Oney STEM Co on Etsy for $28.95 (available in seven colors, and in bundles with games).
Oney STEM Co is a small biz making stem kits.
Shipping info: Arrives by Christmas; check the listing for estimated shipping time to your area.
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Promising review: "Got these for my nephew's birthday, and it blew his 10-year-old mind. Amazing, tiny replicas. I don’t even like swords that much, and I thought they were adorable. And, bonus, the quality of the pen is really good. They write super smoothly. Even my 15-year-old son wanted some after he saw them." —Manda
Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four styles).
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Promising review: "Excellent taste! My new favorite cocoa for making hot chocolate after dinner or when coming inside on a cold day. Great taste, mixes well with milk or water (I prefer milk), and simply tastes better than those American packets. As we approach winter, I will be sure to have a goodly amount of this hot chocolate in the pantry." —Hot Mama
Promising review: "Simply the best hot drinking chocolate in the world! So good mixed with warm milk. I don’t mess with Swiss Miss anymore!!" —JenX
Get it from Amazon for $9.80.
To take it to the next level, gift it with a shaker of JetPuff 🌈 rainbow 🌈 crunchy marshmallow bits!
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It comes with a mold, gel, bones, organs, tweezers, and a kid-safe scapel. There's also an included educational booklet.
Promising review: "My son is only 4, but we did an intensive shark study for Shark Week. He LOVED digging out the bones. It comes with a refill, so we can do it all over again next year for Shark Week!" —JP Staggs
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+(available in four animals).
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Promising review: "Love, love, love! I got this for my 3-year-old for his birthday, and he's obsessed! It came with a whole bunch of dominos, two stacks for the dominos, the train of course, and batteries were included! You're able to adjust the front wheels to make it automatically go in a circle which I thought was cool, I assumed we would just have to keep moving it so that was a nice surprise! Overall, it's just a really neat toy that keeps my kid very entertained!" —Lea Bransky
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors).
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Promising review: "I won't lie — the whole reason I purchased this is because I knew that my kids would laugh at the name. However, I was really happy with how yummy the actual cotton candy in the bag was! The candy was fresh, and well packaged, and the product name got the laughs expected. Overall, I would say it's a bit expensive for what you get (though it was easily enough for me and two children to share), but would still recommend as a cute/silly gift for someone who would get a kick out of this type of thing." —Deb
Get it from Amazon for $8.95.
Uncommon Goods
Promising review: "High quality paint. Easy for little hands to set up. They can use their imagination (no batteries!) to set this up in lots if different configurations. Also can play with them independent of the others. Kids love the shark and fire. The extension for the clubs make it a favorite as they grow. LOVE THIS FOR THE LITTLES!!!" —Manta Gramma
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $79.
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Check out a TikTok of the Silly Poopy in action.
Promising review: "Let me tell you that if you want hours of endless fun of hide and go seek without having to hide yourself, this is a must get! When it's hidden it makes various toot noises and says stuff so the kids know if they are close. And when they find it and press the button to do and sing the silly poopy dance ... even you will dance and sing along!!! Doesn't need batteries and come on, it's poop? Who doesn't think poop and toot noises are funny and if they don't they are lying to themselves. A must-have for fun with your kids without barely doing any work!!" —andrea kelli gorman
Get it from Amazon for $8.50.
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Promising review: "Okay, so I snagged this sewing kit for my 7-year-old, and seriously, it was a total win! She was instantly curious about everything inside. It kept her busy for a good chunk of the afternoon, which as any parent knows, is like striking gold. We had a blast going through all the bits and bobs together. Lots of "Dad, what's this do?" moments, which was actually pretty cool father-daughter time. What she really went nuts for were the little keychain things that came with it. That was the first thing she wanted to try and figure out how to make. It was awesome seeing her little brain working, trying to get the hang of it all. Honestly, for any parent looking for something that's not just gonna entertain but maybe teach a little something too, this is it. If you've got a kiddo who's even slightly crafty or just loves figuring things out, you should totally grab this. It's not just a toy; it's like a little project in a box. Plus, those keychain things? Major hit. Trust me on this one, you won't regret it. Definitely hitting that like button myself if I were just browsing!" —Luis Guttierrez
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
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Should you get a matching adult-size one for yourself?? Not no!
Promising review: "My 5-year-old son was extremely spoiled this past Christmas. Received a ride-on tractor, lots of toys, and electronic stuff. The Comfy is one gift I got him that he did not request, but he absolutely cannot live without it now. He puts it on as soon as he wakes up, and thanks to the sleeves, he is able to eat his breakfast while still staying warm and snuggly in the comfy. It really helps with the transition from the nice warm bed to getting up in the cold months! I also love how big it is. The sleeves are very long and the body is also wide. The sleeves have cuffs on them, so they aren't getting in the way of his eating or other activities, and there's plenty of room to grow. This was a great purchase and we will be getting more!" —. [Amazon Customer]
Get it from Amazon for $42.99 (available in one size and six colors, plus fun prints like constellations, Disney Princesses, Frozen, and more; reviewers suggest getting theadult size for kids over 12).
If the kid on your list lives somewhere warmer, you can also get the Comfy Dream Jr., which is just as comfortable but doesn't have the thick fleece lining.
Dial Books
Promising review: "Possibly the funniest kids book I have ever read to my boys, EVER! It’s so witty and still factual. I’m very impressed and I give this book as a present to all my kid’s friends. A+++++" —Amanda Willits
Promising review: "I ordered this book for my 5-year-old for Christmas, and we’ve read it almost every night for the past five months, sometimes many times. It’s both of our favorite children’s book. It’s so silly and so funny. He likes to do his own dramatic reading of some of the pages. I love that it sneaks in a lesson about the characteristics of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and (of course) fish. I’d give it ten stars if I could. Every kid should have a copy. I don’t remember what I spent on it, but it was worth every penny." —Joshua
Get it from Amazon for $10.56.
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Promising review: "5-year-old loves this. The remote on this is awesome! Let’s you really customize what you/your kiddo wants. The timer feature is also great. We’ve had this for 2 years, and it’s still going strong. Love that it has a detachable head so you can adjust where it projects." —A.N.
Promising review: "Purchased this for an 8-year-old who loves space and the stars. As an adult, I would almost purchase this for myself. It projects a galaxy on the ceiling of whatever room you are in. It looks great on 10-foot ceilings, but also looks amazing in our room with 30-foot ceilings. The projections are bright but easily allow a child to sleep under it. This gets used every night. The only problem we have had is that the little USB wall wart stopped working, but we were able to use a spare USB wall wart/charger in its place." —KC
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in black and white).
Promising review: "My 5- and 3-year-olds (and me) have spent hours building towers and watching marbles clatter down these chutes, steps, gears and spirals, HOURS! And they’re not bored yet! It’s also educational learning the physics of slopes by experience. Plus, it comes with enough marbles that losing a few doesn’t matter." —Joyce Parker
Get it from Amazon for $54.99 (available in four styles).
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Promising review: "Such a great toy for kids 5-12. Keep them off their devices and give a try at this maze. My son shared it with his teacher who wants to put them in their school STEM lab. It is really a great toy that can keep you occupied and having fun!" —Lindsey A
Promising review: "My daughter loves it. Her older sister loves it even more. Even my parents are intrigued by it. Sometimes, I take it with us when we go out to eat, and we take turns trying to solve it at the table while waiting for food. All sorts of people come up to us and ask us about the game because they've never seen anything like it. Young or old, everyone wants a chance with this thing!" —Keith
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
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Promising review: "My kids absolutely love this toy! It’s one of those things they go back to again and again, and people constantly ask where I got it. Such a good, engaging toy for little ones — definitely worth it." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $48.59.
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The book review includes the format (adiobook, ebook, or physical book), title, author, date, page length, number of stars out of 5, whether they read by themselves or with someone, fiction/nonfiction, whether they liked the ending yes/no, favorite character, plus room to dig a little deeper, like sharing favorite quotes, favorite scenes, and what they'd like to ask the author.
Promising review: "I ordered one for my 7 year old and one for my 10 year old. They both love it! It's colorful and simple but thorough. Great product for a great price!" —Kindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
Btw, they also make a reading journal designed for teens, plus one for adults if you want to pick one up for yourself at the same time!
Cratejoy
There are two age range options for the baby and preschool subscription:
—The Board Book Box (ages 0–3) comes with three board books
—The Picture Book Box (ages 3-6) comes with two hardcover picture books. —There's also an option for a Sibling Box (ages 0-6) that allows you to alternate receiving a box of Board Books and a box of Picture Books on alternate months.
There are two age range options for the kid and tween subscription:
—The Junior Chapter Book Box (ages 7–10) comes with two junior chapter books, with lighter text and often illustrations
—The Middle Grade Chapter Book Box (ages 9–12) comes with two hardcover chapter books
—There's also an option for a Sibling Box (ages 7-10) that allows you to alternate receiving a box of Junior Chapter Books and a box of Middle Grade Chapter Books on alternate months.
Promising review: "My aunt got a Bookroo subscription for my daughter last year as a gift. I never knew how much I would love it myself! The package is beautiful and when we both see it, we get so excited. The books are individually wrapped which leads to the excitement and the gift of the book and the gift of reading itself. My aunt has extended our subscription and now I am buying subscriptions for nieces and nephews. It's a great gift for kids and has made my daughter love reading as much as I do." —Elizabeth
Get the Bookroo Book Club subscriptions at Cratejoy for $21.95+/month: baby and preschool here and kid and tween here (1-, 3-, 6-, and 12-month subscriptions).
Promising review: "This was purchased for a five-year-old girl that LOVES to draw. Of all the cases we looked at on Amazon, this one was her favorite! She absolutely loves this case, and after four months of almost daily use, it is still in great shape. It keeps her busy for hours. The case itself is a beautiful swirl of colors (we ordered the pink case per her request). It easily opens and closes, but the closure is strong and secure. It makes a “snapping” sound ensuring her that it is securely closed. She can easily tote it around by the handle without the fear of it opening. The plastic insert that holds the crayons, pens, and pencils is also thick and sturdy. It isn’t thin and hollow like some other art kits we have purchased in the past. Everything snaps in tightly so when the case is opened, there isn’t a waterfall of art supplies. The pencils, crayons, and pens come in a variety of rich and beautiful colors only Crayola can create. The little pens and pencils are the perfect size for little hands. I am very impressed with this art case. It's the perfect gift for the little artist in your life." —Michelle
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
And if you know a kid who's a big K-Pop Demon Hunters fan, Crayola makes a themed art case with markers, coloring pages, posters, and stickers! Get it for $24.99.
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Get it from Amazon for $45.
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I saw someone make a stitched TikTok playing every part of Les Mis's "One Day More" on this instrument, and it was amazing.
Promising review: "Best Christmas gift. Everyone in the house loves using it. Obviously, be aware if you are buying this for a child or a Goofy husband that they will figure out how to make the most annoying noises. Totally worth it." —ashley becker
Promising review: "Absolute best gift! Got this for a friend and she loves it! When she pulled it out of the box, she was so happy I swore she was going to need a restroom close by; she probably peed a little dab! I'm very happy with this product because not only did it make her happy I was super happy seeing her so happy with it! She played it for hours that night." —Lindsi Shepherd
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in four colors).
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The kit comes with over 32 electrical components including snap wires, slide switches, an alarm circuit, a music integrated circuit, and a speaker. (Each piece is numbered and color-coded to make identifying them easy.) Plus, a plastic grid and a project manual with 101 different electronic projects.
Recommended for ages 8+. Adult supervision advised.
Promising review: "Can I give this 6 stars? My 6-year-old son didn't ask me ONCE today for his tablet, video game or to play on my phone. He ignored a new movie on TV (one he had been BEGGING to see) because he was playing with this toy. He spent a couple hours working with his dad, a couple experimenting by himself and another few HOURS working through the projects with his aunt. I LOVE THIS TOY!" —SnappinMom
Get a set from Amazon for $32.99.
Target
When I saw the dino one in a TikTok (with the Linda Belcher "little babies" audio, obviously), I just had to order one. I opted for the cheetah — it looks cute sitting out on my loveseat and I simply can't stop snuggling up with it resting on my chest or lap, whether I'm relaxing watching TV or just getting work done between meetings.
Promising review: "So soft! My son loves it! And the fact that it is weighted helps him sleep 10x better because it stays by his side!" —S
Promising review: "My daughter loves this dinosaur! It is so soft and fluffy with just the right amount of weight to be comforting. She sleeps with it every night and often holds it during the day to help her relax." —Ccf
Get it from Target for $25 (available in 22 animals), plus animal-and-baby sets of two (at the bottom of the page).
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You can add a six-pack of fine line pens to make it complete! Get top-rated ones from Amazon for $12.89.
Promising review: "8-year-old loved it. She was skeptical when she opened it for Christmas, but as soon as she did one page.. she flew through the entire book!!" —Stream!
Promising review: "Great for creative types. Unique. My 12-year-old daughter AND 66-year-old mother both loved it. They had so much fun. My mom ordered another for a friend!" —Lisa M.S.
Get it from Amazon for $7.87; available in four versions.
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It's recommended for players 8 and older.
Here's how to play: Pass out all the cards to the players and keep all the stacks face down. Everyone takes a turn putting a card down in the middle, while saying "taco," "cat," "goat," "cheese," and "pizza," in that order. If the picture on your card matches the word that's said, everyone races against each other to slap their hand on the central pile of cards. Whoever is last must take the pile of cards and add them to their stack, and the person who runs out of cards first wins!
Promising review: "When my daughter said she wanted this game, I looked at her like she had three heads because I had never heard of it before, so I blindly trusted the 10-year-old and ordered the game. This has seriously been the best money I've spent this year! We love this game and have suckered so many friends into playing with us. It is great for kids and adults. I have even found my husband playing it with some of his buddies! So all in all, just get the game, lose the screen time, and enjoy the fun and laughter with friends." —Tiffany Richardson
Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (also available in a Spanish edition).
If you're looking for something Christmas-themed to play, there's a version for you, too! Santa Cookie Elf Candy Snowman, played the exact same way! Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
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This book is only 5.4 inches tall, so it'll easily fit in a stocking.
Promising review: "My 11-year-old artist really loves this. It’s easy to carry around to restaurants or in the car. The prompts can be drawn simply or with more detail. Definitely a great purchase!" —Annie
Get it from Amazon for $9.27.
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The kit comes with a paintbrush, 18 special pieces of paper, and six clear paints that change colors when they hit the paper. The brush lights up to indicate what color is currently on the brush.
Promising review: "I saw this everywhere and wanted to get it for my kids. My kids love this magic light brush paint set. It's perfect for toddlers who want to paint but you don't want the whole mess. The only problem I found was the yellow after a few swipes wouldn't make yellow anymore no matter how much I rubbed the brush on the palette. It would be an orange-brown color. It wasn't a deal breaker for us. Overall, it's fun, and the kids love it." —Ashley
Get it from Amazon for $17.69. Also available in a fun finger-painting version!
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This science kit includes four natural crystal-filled geodes, one pair of safety goggles, one display stand, and one learning guide.
Promising review: "My daughter is 10 and this kept her busy for HOURS! She had so much fun and was excited every time she got a glimpse of what might be inside. A couple of them were pretty cool, while the rest were just white. She didn't care, she loves them all. She was so proud to gift them to her grandparents." —Michelle
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in four sizes).
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Promising review: "My kids have had maybe a dozen of these floating ball/hover toys. Cheap ones from 5 Below. Baby Yoda ones. Sky dancers and other dolls that float around. I, personally, like this one the best. All the other ones break so easily. They hit the ground, the blades snap off and crack and that's the end of that. These are encased in a rubbery plastic cage, so it can smash off of whatever, and the blades won't break. Love it. Makes so much sense. They can actually play with this one and grab it without it hurting their fingers — the other toys you can just kind of put your hand under it and watch it hover, trying not to let it hit the ground, or you can just watch it zip around the house smashing into stuff before you have to go retrieve it. At least with this one, you can play by yourself, boomerang-ing it back to yourself. Or play catch with someone else. It's funny watching them try to catch it - it's harder than you'd think, as it constantly wants to be moving. Trying to catch a ball that is actively pushing away from your hand moving in to catch it. It's a little overpriced but this is the best one of these toys I've seen." —Albert
Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in seven colors).
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The microscope talks in three languages in addition to English — you can choose between two options: Mandarin/Japanese/Korean or Spanish/French/German.
Promising review: "This is by far one of the coolest products I’ve ever seen! My 4-year-old loves this talking microscope! Every day while her baby sister naps I spend some quality one-on-one time with her and this was the perfect product for our special time together! She didn’t want to stop looking at all the different slides and I love how each slide has three images and the fact mode shares fun facts about the slide chosen! I love that she was learning new facts while looking at it up closely! She has been having so much fun using it and asks me daily to use her new microscope! This is such a great learning tool in a fun, different way for a 4-year-old and it is a big win in my book, especially because it can be used for many, many years! It also includes a quiz mode that we haven’t used yet but it’s nice that it has different modes for older kids. Highly recommend for all preschoolers and older kids!" —JC Mommy
Get it from Amazon for $31.
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Promising review: "I wish I had known about these sooner! PicassoTiles are *exactly* like Magna-tiles but way more affordable. We just received the 100 tile set today — an early birthday gift for our soon-to-be-four-year-old. We have two sets of Magna-tiles — one with the grommets (purchased new last year) and one without (purchased second hand [no idea how old they are]). The PicassoTiles are the same weight and size as the MagnaTiles and have the same exact magnets. They do not have metal grommets, but the old MagnaTiles are indestructible, so I know that these will be too. And PicassoTiles are much prettier in my opinion, because they are slightly more translucent and have brighter colors. They integrate into the collection seamlessly. I highly recommend this product. And if you are considering buying any kind of magnetic tile toy for your child, I recommend purchasing as big a set a you can for versatility of play. Our son has played with these all day and night off and on every single day since we bought them last year. After integrating the new PicassoTile set, he hugged his enormous structure and declared them his favorite...twice. A wonderful toy!" —skater mom
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
PicassoTiles also makes marble runs, race tracks, and themed sets!
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One reviewer notes this does ship in the original packaging, so if you live with the kid who's getting this, you'll have to keep them away from the porch when it gets delivered!
Promising review: "My husband and I bought this Barbie House for our daughter's 7th birthday, and she absolutely loves it. She plays with it all of the time, and it keeps her entertained for hours. Out of all of her toys, she plays with this one the most. I had put it together for her with the help of my other daughter. Honestly, with regards to assembling it, it was not hard at all. I will say it does take time, but if you take your time and do it correctly, it's not hard at all. Well worth the money and time invested in this toy." —Hyatts4Jesus
Get it from Amazon for $224.99.
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Promising review: "Baby really loves this book! It's compact and easy to stash in your go bag. I love that it has multiple languages (English and Spanish) and multiple options (Saying the words, fun fact, sound effects) - it does a great job of keeping my baby entertained and delivers an educational experience. The price is right, too. Must have!" —Colleen
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in five different versions).
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For ages 3+ years (weight limit of 110 pounds).
Promising review: "I don't write reviews often, but we have had this for two days, and my boys (3 and 5) woke up at 6:30 a.m., ate breakfast, got dressed, and hustled outside on a gloomy rainy mid-February morning in Seattle to play with this. They normally fight over whose turn it is, but instead, they have been taking turns and playing like civil humans for an hour already. Best toy ever, bought a second one already so they don't have to share because there's only so long siblings can go before someone throws down." —Rk
Get it from Amazon for $49.99.
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Promising review: "Our son is absolutely obsessed with our Dyson (the real one). Which is why we purchased this toy Dyson vacuum for his birthday. He's 2-years-old and he is really enjoying having his on 'working' vacuum cleaner!!! He seriously plays with it for hours during the day. Turning it on and off and pushing it through the house just like we use our real vacuum. I would buy this again! It was his favorite gift!." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three colors).
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Reviewers say this is a great toy for all ages — from 3 to 12.
Promising review: "My kids are getting older and I needed some unique little items to keep them busy on a long trip. This seemed attractive, lightweight, and fine for teens and younger. As it turned out, the three of us had fun challenging each other with it. We played with it in front of Grandma, and then she wanted one to keep her mind sharp! There are different challenges you can do (like timing yourself to finish it) and I love the artsiness of the wood. At $10, definitely a good buy and nice little gift." —C-reader
Promising review: "Honestly shocked at how much my 9-year-old likes this. This was a lifesaver over winter break. It’s able to done multiple ways but my daughter likes to create little mural pictures with the tiles as well. She’s creative but this got more use than I even anticipated. We love this little puzzle!" —Kayla M
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
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Promising review: "Toddler nap time guaranteed. I have a toddler who goes non-stop. Like this is the type of child who you could sign up for t-ball, soccer, and swimming and they are still not tired. These little guys are wonderful because they have kept my kids occupied for several hours as they throw them off the balcony and then race down and around to collect them and then run back to toss them again. They have held up well despite being snagged on rough wood, being tugged on by toddlers, and being tossed into rough, dry weeds. I have had to do a few minor repairs, but they still catch the air, filling the parachute wide over for incredible and exciting descents. So much fun and I have loved tossing them over the railing as much or even more than my kids. A great product that has held up to substantial toddler use and abuse." —Taylor
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $7.99.
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This set includes four rechargeable guns, four rechargeable vests, and one charging station. You can play approximately eight games per charge. The little LCD screens on the vest keep count of how many lives you have and the vest vibrates when you get tagged. You can play with up to four teams and have to eliminate your enemies to win the game.
Promising review: "We bought this for my daughter's 6th birthday gift. THIS. WAS. AN. EPIC. BUY. Now that the temps are warmer outside, my daughter and her neighbor friends (various ages) have played with this laser tag game everyday. The guns and the vests are both rechargeable and they charge very quickly. The charging station doesn't take up alot of space. They came out of box fully charge, so my daughter, husband, and I were able to play laser tag in the house right away. The lights are very bright. The sound effects are very efficient and can be heard from a distance. To add to the fun, we bought rechargeable 2-way radios for the kiddos too. Now, all of the kids love pretending to be FBI agents. LOL!" —Octavia Smith
Get it from Amazon for $169.98.
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Yes, they easily wash clean with soap and water without losing stickiness, so the fun can keep going even after they end up in one of your houseplant pots.
Promising review: "I waited over two months to write my review! My 4-year-old daughter plays with these DAILY! YES they do attract dirt and hair. HOWEVER they are so easy to rinse off, it's not a big deal! We took these to a family gathering and ended up giving two away because they were SO loved! The two we gave away went to a 12-year-old and my 19-year-old brother. They discovered throwing them at the ceiling fan and watching them shoot across the room, which was pretty entertaining! None of them have busted or ripped and they are definitely NOT gentle with them! I will definitely be buying more!" —Kindle Customer
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $11.99.
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It's for 3-6 players and ages 8+ — and if you don't know the rules to Clue already (as if!) it's a mystery game where players work to solve who killed the victim, where, and with what weapon, asking other players specific questions and using the process of elimination based on what cards everyone has.
Promising review: "I gave this as a Christmas gift to my son. The pieces are so amazing! They have upgraded both the playing pieces and the weapons in this game. My son loved the way the game fits into a book-like container. He will be putting it on his bookshelf! He has been wanting this very one for a few years now and is in love with it! Everything about the game was very well made." —DRH
Get it from Amazon for $44.99. This fabric-bound book-style board game is available in tons of other classics, including: Sorry, chess, Catch Phrase, Scattergories, Scrabble, Taboo, and more.
You can also get the trio of Scrabble, Monopoly, and Clue for $129.99 or a set of *all 12* for $519.99.
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It can fit up to 1500 piece puzzles.
Promising review: "We ordered this for our 9-year-old daughter, who is really into large, 1,500-piece puzzles right now. She used to do them on her bedroom floor, as we weren't able to keep them on the kitchen table during the week. She loves this puzzle board now, because she can separate her pieces in the four drawers and move it from room to room to work on it. We often do these puzzles in the living room as a family in the evenings. It's nice to be able to pick up the whole thing and move out of the way when we have guests, or need to protect the puzzle from our two little dogs who are much too obliged to make a mess of our work sometimes. I would recommend this to any puzzle enthusiast, or any family that just wanted to keep their puzzles organized and move them around safely." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $59.99. You can also get a rotating version with a cover from Amazon for $57.99.
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These are recommended for ages 4+. For kids with sensitive skin, you may want to patch test first.
Promising review: "These masks for my 4- and 6-year-old perfectly! Very gentle on their skin and made them so happy. They don't feel left out anymore when the big girls have a mask on." —Amy
Promising review: "Ordered a pack to have a spa day with my girls, and they were perfect!! It was a great fit! Cute design! No chemical smell. Definitely recommend!! Will be buying more for our GNI!!" —TheMother:)
Get them from Amazon: a set of five for $16.99 or a set of 10 for $33.90.
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