Favorite Things: Gifts for Kids

Gifts for kids - what fun! We picked out just a few ideas that are a throwback to the days without screens - books, games and good ol' build em sets!

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Box of Books

We recently came across a company and we love what they are doing! The Book Bundler offers bulk, low-priced bundles of used books for children, with titles selected by the company. They provide various themed and age-based boxes, such as "Learning to Read," "Chapter Book Box," and "Baby Toddler Board Books," which are sold in bulk quantities without a subscription. We ordered this box of all Christmas books (now sold out) and were so impressed with the variety and condition of the books. What a great way to add to a child's book library this holiday!

Mini Games

What a fun way to gift some of the classic games that kids will love! There are so many travel/mini games to choose from: Mini Monopoly, Connect 4, Jenga, Uno and Sorry to name just a few. Package a few games up with some individual sized snacks for the perfect gift for kids that are on the go. Great for sitting through older sibling's activities, car rides, or even trips to Grandma's house!

MagnaTiles

A terrific construction toy for children ages 3 and up, made of translucent or opaque, non-toxic plastic tiles that snap together magnetically on all sides. They are designed to encourage imaginative play and develop skills like spatial reasoning, problem-solving, and fine motor control through open-ended, 2D and 3D building. Known for its strong magnets and durable construction, and sets are usually compatible with each other. 

Contruction Straws

Construction straws are STEM building toys consisting of colorful, flexible plastic tubes (straws) and connectors that children use to build various structures. These kits are designed to develop creativity, problem-solving, fine motor skills, and early engineering concepts through imaginative play. Kits come with different numbers of pieces, often including accessories like wheels, and are suitable for children aged 3 and up. 

Hot Wheels Builders Set

A Hot Wheels Builder track set is a toy that allows children to design, build, and customize their own race tracks for Hot Wheels cars, often featuring unique stunts and the ability to connect to other sets. These sets vary widely, from basic component packs to elaborate all-in-one kits with storage boxes that double as part of the track. Many include multiple configuration options right out of the box and are compatible with other sets to enable endless creative possibilities. Provide your favorite kid hours of fun building and racing!