Fun & Learning
National Geographic Junior Chemistry Lab Kit
The perfect way for young scientists to explore the exciting world of chemistry. Perfect for ages 4 and up, this all-inclusive kit is designed to provide a safe and engaging way to explore scientific concepts through hands-on experimentation. $24.99, ages 4+, amazon.com
The Make Music Count Math Maestro Kit
This math experience is taught through playing your favorite song on the piano. In these lessons, kids solve real math equations where the answers are played on a piano keyboard and within the free app. $99.99, 5+, makemusiccount.com
Lock and Key Clubhouse
This playset helps little ones reach developmental milestones through hands-on play. As kids match the keys to the locks, they’ll strengthen cognitive and motor skills while discovering five cheerful animal friends. $21.99, ages 18 months+, amazon.com
Numberblocks Add It Up Mini Market
Invites kids to build early math skills through hands-on, imaginative play. They’ll count fruits and vegetables, stack produce baskets and check out with Numberblock Four. Little learners explore number recognition, simple addition and pretend play. $19.99, ages 3+, amazon.com
Ranger Rick Magazines
For kids who love animals, Ranger Rick magazines offer age-appropriate stories, stunning wildlife photography, hands-on activities and screen-free fun. Delivered to your doorstep, each issue meets children where they are and inspires a lifelong love of the outdoors. $15, birth-12 years, rangerrick.org
Ms. Rachel Spin Along Learning Wheel
Packed with practice animal sounds, colors and learning songs, this toy is thoughtfully designed to support early developmental milestones such as color, sound recognition and fine motor skills. $32.99, ages 12 months+, amazon.com
Baby & New Mom
The Evenflo Revolve180 LiteMax NXT
The world’s first infant car seat with integrated lights and sounds was designed to soothe and entertain your baby. It also rotates 180 degrees for one-hand ease and features Green & Gentle fabrics, free of added chemicals and flame retardants. $375, infants, 3 to 30 pounds, evenflo.com
Luna, the Light-Up Nasal Aspirator
Turn sniffles into smiles. Doctor-designed and kid-inspired, Luna’s parent-controlled suction, soft guiding light and disposable filters make nasal care simple, hygienic and comforting, transforming tricky moments into calmer care experiences. $19.99, ages birth-3 years, playhousemd.com
TelePort By BubbleBum
This booster seat redefines safety and portability and features a telescopic, three-section design that packs down to be carried over the shoulder. With a simple push of a button, it extends like a pull-along suitcase, making it quick and easy to install in any vehicle. $75, ages 4-11, bubblebum.co
The Dreamer
A science-backed sound and wellness machine that uses 432 Hz and 528 Hz frequencies to calm the nervous system and promote deeper, more peaceful sleep. It is crafted from BPA-free silicone, has an 18-hour battery life and seamless iOS app control. $99, ages birth-grandparents, sleepwithdreamer.com
Mamazing Lullapod Nursery Chair
A luxurious electric glider/recliner featuring smart power controls that allow for gliding, reclining and swiveling, all via remote control. The armrests rotate to cradle nursing arms. Built with premium stain- and water-resistant silicone leather, with USB charging, cup/phone holders and side storage. $849.99, mamazing.com
Jool Baby Bathtime Adventure 15-Piece Gift Set
Set comes beautifully packaged and designed to keep bath toys organized. Features classic bath time favorites. $10.99, ages 10 months+, joolbaby.com
Game On!
Fish Fight
Dive into action with Fish Fight — the ultimate party game for all ages. Battle it out through a series of fin-tastically funny challenges. Will your team be crowned Titans of the Tide — or will you be left floundering? $24.99, ages 8+, amazon.com
The Refresh Sports Toss & Catch Baseball Set
The perfect gift or stocking stuffer — durable and super fun. With adjustable straps, sturdy paddles and a super sticky ball, it’s safe indoors or outdoors. Gets kids and families off screens and playing together. $25.97, ages 3+, refreshsports.com
Wheel of Fortune Electronic Game
Bring the excitement of America’s favorite game show anywhere. Spin the wheel, guess letters and solve 300 official puzzles with authentic show sounds. Perfect for all ages and family game nights. $24.99, ages 8+, educationalinsights.com
Sixes & Ones
A sleek, portable dice game that blends classic fun with clever twists. Includes 12 red dice and six unique games. $12.99, ages 8+, vangotoys.com
Food Fight Frenzy
A high-energy family game that mixes speed, dexterity and quick thinking. Players race to match food-themed tiles in a chaotic, laugh-out-loud showdown. $19.99, ages 6+, ultrapro.com
Cross Spin
Race your friends and family to solve bite-sized crosswords. The twist is you can spin the board to unlock new word combinations. Features 10 puzzles, 160 categories and multiple solutions. $24.99, ages 8+, jopatgames.com
Cownado
Players load the cow in a twisted tornado and then work to herd the heifer back to safety with fast, frantic, storm-slammin’ action. $19.99, ages 6+, moosetoys.com
Get Creative
Loops Lab Starter Set
Easily create and mix music harmoniously with cool, collectible figures called “Loops,” bridging the physical and digital worlds. The starter set includes the signature Loops Lab 8-spot stage, along with the “Lax Funkers,” a five-piece figurines groove band (additional bands sold separately). Each band has its own signature style, ranging from rock to pop, electronic to funk and more, creating dynamic sounds that are impossible to resist. $139, for the whole family, amazon.com
Dylan’s Dream Drum
Promote early musical exploration with this kit featuring a steel tongue drum with a smart low-to-high scale for frustration-free play. Also includes a musical bedtime storybook and a color-coded songbook to make learning songs intuitive. $42.99, ages 3+, amazon.com
RMS USA Block Tech Succulent 4 Pack
Bring nature indoors — block by block. With this kit, you can build colorful plants that never need watering. With 60-85 pieces per set, they’re perfect for creative hands and bright displays. Fun, vibrant and zero maintenance. $27.99, ages 6+, amazon.com
National Geographic Motorized Shark Model
This 3D wooden shark model takes 1-2 hours and requires no tools to build. The motorized base makes the model “swim” just like a shark. It has eight selectable color modes and dimmer settings, making it the perfect interactive nightlight. $29.99, ages 12+, amazon.com
National Geographic Outer Space Advent Calendar
Kids can count down to Christmas with 24 outer space surprises, including crafts, science experiments and hands-on discoveries. Paint magnet-backed planets, create glowing constellations, craft space-themed bouncy balls and much more. This calendar brings learning and fun together in a galactic way. $29.99, ages 8+, amazon.com
Loveté Girls’ Activity Night Shoe Styling
Gather your besties for girls’ night. Decorate your sneakers with fun, personalized charms that show off your unique style — bold, cute or classic. $19.99, ages 8+, target.com
Winter Frost Wooden Gingerbread House Play Set
Mess-free and rebuildable featuring “icing” cords and wooden candy pieces that cling to self-stick tabs to create unique designs. Wooden pieces can be easily stored for on-the-go fun during the holidays. $32.99, ages 3+, melissaanddoug.com
Pokémon Color Your Own Fuzzy Stickers
Use the included double-tipped pencils in 10 custom colors to color right on top of the fuzzy sticker. It’s that easy. $19.99, ages 8+, amazon.com
Sticki Rolls Sticki Rolluxe
This all-in-one crafting and jewelry-making kit doubles as a handbag. The modular storage system features individual pods to house beads and other crafting materials and includes three mystery jumbo stickies. $49.99, ages 5+, stickirolls.com
MAGNA-TILES microMAGS Travel Set Deluxe 55-Piece Set
This 55-piece set takes on-the-go play to the next level, featuring smaller tiles for portability and a metal travel case that doubles as a baseplate — perfect for car rides, vacations, restaurants and more. $39.99, ages 3+, amazon.com
The Lite-Brite ColorPOP! Collection
A vibrant lineup of activity sets featuring favorite characters and worlds. Every set includes 650 mini-pegs, specially designed for ultra-detailed art. $21.99, ages 6+, amazon.com
Sew Around the World: A Beginner’s Sewing & Doll Making Craft Kit
Stitch, stuff and decorate nine felt dolls inspired by countries like Kenya, Peru and Thailand. Each doll comes with a story and interesting facts about its country. $24.99, ages 5+, teniandtayo.com
Color & Shrink Charms: Kawaii Style
Choose from more than 65 punch-out designs from the printed shrink art plastic or trace your own with activities from the book. $22.99, ages 8+, barnesandnoble.com
Imaginative Play
Candy Bears – Holiday Assortment
Step into a world of sweet with the soft, snuggly, colorful plushies inspired by the popular fruit treats. Available in multiple colors and sizes. Starting at $5+, ages 3+, yooniquetoys.com
National Geographic Ancient Egypt Dig Kits
Unearth the secrets of ancient Egypt with this exciting hands-on dig kit. Kids will love excavating uniquely shaped dig bricks — a pyramid, Sphinx and pharaoh — each containing its own hidden treasures. They’ll discover genuine gemstones and replica artifacts that bring Egyptian history to life. $19.99, ages 4+, amazon.com
Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven
This updated version of the classic cooking toy features a modern-retro look, light-up rainbow confetti pattern and a built-in timer. Create baked goods to share with family and friends at sleepovers, parties and on movie nights at home. $44.99, ages 8+, walmart.com
Gabby’s Meow-mazing Interactive Dollhouse
Interactive with games, guided play and storytelling. The dollhouse comes with a Gabby figure, 10 play pieces and classic dollhouse favorites like a spiral slide and a catavator. $104.99, ages 3+, amazon.com
furReal Maggie the Feed & Follow Cow
An a-MOO-zing mini pet that comes from the Scottish Highlands and features more than 50 different combinations of sound and motion reactions. $44.99, ages 4+, amazon.com
Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Deluxe Clubhouse Playset
Discover adventure-filled fun with this 16-piece playset, which includes three poseable toy figures, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and Donald Duck, plus accessories and interactive features to encourage endless imaginative play. $49.99, ages 3+, amazon.com
Tonka Next Gen Mighty Dump Truck
Designed for the roughest play and the biggest jobs, this truck is built with more stamped steel than ever before, giving it the muscle to haul, dump and dominate. $34.99, ages 3+, target.com
Goodyear Mega Car Engine Repair Set
Little ones can get hands-on with a variety of tools to fix, assemble and take care of their “vehicles,” all while developing essential cognitive and motor skills. $49.99, ages 3+, red-toolbox.com
Stretch Armstrong
With muscles sculpted like a comic book hero and a mischievous smirk that dares you to test his limits, Stretch isn’t just a toy — he’s a challenge. Pull, twist, tangle and battle. $14.99, ages 4+, target.com
Dance with Me Dora Doll
Comes with two vibrant interchangeable skirts and two barrettes that Dora and your child can wear and share. Featuring bilingual songs and phrases from the beloved show. $52.49, ages 3+, amazon.com
Tiny Charlie + Olivia
Handcrafted with exquisite details, each doll comes nestled in a tiny home adorned in charming hand-painted watercolor wildflowers. Features OEKO-TEX-certified cotton yarn. $48, ages 3+, cuddleandkind.com
JUNIOR & Disney: Peter Pan’s Splashing Pirate Ship
A beautifully detailed floating ship, featuring interactive elements like spinning octopuses, a spray bulb and a small, tethered boat. $69.99, ages 11 months+, playmobil.com
Books, Tunes & Shows
“Whisper,” “Lucas” and “Escape” book series
Span generations of two interlocking families and explore themes of survival, redemption, childhood trauma, forgiveness and overcoming difficult challenges. This series illustrates the love that can flourish between young and old, whether connected by blood or circumstantially joined by inexplicable means. $10+ per book, ages 12+, austinmacauley.com
“Robin and the Hoods”
Fired by her imagination, Robin is the bright-eyed leader of a group of kids who love to play fantasy games on a patch of land. Things get serious when plans emerge to develop the area into a new leisure facility. Robin and her friends must find a way to save their playground. Available to stream or buy. Ages 9+, shoutstudios.com
“Meowy Christmas to All!”
Delight in the kittens’ Christmas antics on each playful, pun-filled page. Pairs purr-fectly with a seasonal snuggle. $9.99, ages 1-4, teachercreatedmaterials.com
“My Calm Down Book”
Designed to support a child who is feeling anxious or overwhelmed. Each spread uses a different sensory tool to help regulate emotions. $24.99, ages 3-8 years, sourcebookskids.com
“I Love Harriet Kippley”
A sweet, humorous, lively and charming read-aloud with a simple message of self-affirmation. $18.99, ages 5+, teachercreatedmaterials.com
“Wonder FULL”
Each song title is a question word, cleverly covering topics such as spreading kindness, helping to save the planet, learning about the seasons and more. $9.99, ages 2+, danasmusicplayground.com
Guinness World Records Soccer Edition 2026
Count down the 100 most significant records, showcasing the greatest teams, the most prolific goal scorers, the fastest strikes, the highest-scoring matches and much more. $15.99, ages 8+, amazon.com
