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1. A singing JJ plush because CoComelon is as mesmerizing to kids today as Magic Eye posters were to us. Plus, this little guy sings the "Yes, Yes, Bedtime Song," which is an actual bop.
2. A Hatchimals Crystal Flyer Pixie that'll fly across the room with the press of a button, which may make your own little fairy feel like actual magic.
3. A surprisingly sturdy indoor slide — this easy-to-store toy can LITERALLY pop up in minutes, instantly turning any room into a playground. Go ahead, slide this right into your shopping cart.
4. A foldable Lego book-shaped play set with Ariel, Tiana, Cinderella, and Belle. It even comes with Gus Gus and Lumiere!! This gift is sure to help your child become a future Disney adult. And that's exactly what's best for them!
6. A surprisingly mesmerizing fidget cube that can transform into over 70 shapes, so it's perfect for the child on your list who needs something to do with their hands basically 24/7. This stimulating game may even get them to sit still for a second. Imagine!
7. The 2022 Holiday Barbie for families who love the thought of gifting Holiday Barbies every year until their child grows out of them, which just might be NEVER!
8. A tiny desktop TV — this'll play some iconic moments from Friends — and seriously, could that little remote be any cuter?!
9. An upgraded Tamagotchi with a full color screen and digital camera. Go ahead, you can throw this in your OWN stocking. I won't tell!
10. Or a Digimon X virtual pet monster if you wanna gift them that true '90s pixel-perfect experience. Let the battles begin!
11. A LOL O.M.G. doll with 15 surprise accessories and packaging that doubles as a dance floor play set, so they can show off their fashion-savvy skills *and* start working on their catwalk.
12. A VTech KidiGo basketball hoop with an interactive scoreboard — your little basketball star is sure to think this gift is a home run. Um...right??
13. A Lego version of Luke Skywalker's X-Wing Fighter with Minifigures of Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and General Dodonna so they can recreate their favorite Star Wars scenes when they're not rewatching them on Disney+.
14. A Pokémon play set that folds up into a compact backpack so the Pokémon master in your life is able to bring this mystical world with them wherever they go.
15. A Little Tikes electric guitar your kid will surely think this gift ~rocks~ when they see it under the tree.
17. An interactive purse pet with blinking eyes and the ability to play games. If your child wants a pony *every* year, this purse might be the biggest hit yet!
18. Pixicade mobile game maker, which is this year's ultimate educational toy. This nifty set lets kids essentially draw their own video game, so they can channel their creativity and get their gaming fix at the same time.
19. A classic wooden doctor's kit for your at-home pediatrician.
20. A unicorn slime kit with over 27,000 5-star reviews — because this viral trend seems to be ~sticking~ with kids better than anything else.
21. A puzzling brainteaser the whole family will wanna JumpIn on.
22. A LeapFrog animal book that's frequently on the Amazon bestsellers chart. The interactive book teaches kids fun facts about all kinds of critters and it'll even sing songs in both English and Spanish.
23. A pair of fidget popping toys for kids and adults alike who wish they could pop Bubble Wrap indefinitely.
24. A box of kinetic sand, because the Caribbean Christmas was cancelled but they still wanna feel some sand between their toes (be sure to grab the sand tray to keep their toe-beach in one place).
25. An anatomy set that'll teach your kids all about their bodies, from their heads to their shoulders, knees, and toes (with some muscles and vessels added in).
26. A National Geographic geode kit sure to be a ~hit~ with kids who constantly want to break something...without getting in trouble.
27. The bestselling Baby Einstein aquarium crib soother can immediately distract and calm down a fussy baby. Classical melodies, ocean sounds, and glowing light effects will help them fall asleep and stay asleep.
Promising review: "I have a three-week-old son and I figured I'd try this out and see what happened. This is one of the few things we own that REALLY gets his attention, when he goes down for bed he will intently watch this until it lulls him to sleep. I have a feeling he's gonna love this thing for years to come. Sound quality is good, and I've come to enjoy the white noise myself! Crib light is a very nice touch for us and I use it frequently for diaper changes or to just look at him through the night. Oh and because the strap is so adjustable and versatile it fits on our Arms Reach Co-sleeper bassinet. Love it!!" —Katarina
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
28. A silicone teether sure to ~produce~ a sweet smile from your favorite baby.
These teethers are made without holes, which means your kiddo can drool on them, drop them in the bath, and take them everywhere — they'll stay mold-free! Each product is made with 100% natural rubber from Hevea trees and dyed with food-grade dye.
Shipping: Products are shipped within two days of payment. UPS Extra shipping is available at an additional cost.
Get the coconut from Oli & Carol for $19.99 (check out all the available teethers).
29. A pastel rainbow stacker with an open-ended design that'll give a child limitless options while playing make believe — from infancy until well into their formative years.
30. Banzai Bump N' Bounce Body Bumpers for kids who like playing rough and parents who would like them covered in Bubble Wrap 24/7.
I'm gonna go ahead and recommend wearing helmets too — gotta watch out for their noggins!
Promising review: "Absolutely hilarious to watch! I got these for my kids (7 & 8) because I thought it would be a perfect way to blow off steam and get out some energy... It was great! They ran at each other pretty hard, but it didn't pop and no one got hurt! If your kids do a lot of bickering like mine do, get these! 😅" —Sky Moran
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $17.59.
31. A set of three nylon kitchen knives — with these, your sous chef is able to chop 'til they drop (without hurting any of their adorable digits) when they insist on "helping" with dinner.
Promising review: "My 2-year-old was desperate to join me in the kitchen, and I wanted to be sure she was safe. These knives come in three sizes. They are not sharp to the touch but easily cut through most fruits and vegetables! For denser foods like carrots, she needed a bit of assistance, but she was quickly chopping all of the asparagus for dinner!!! We just got these, so I can't speak to durability, but for the price, these seem like a great value for my little chef!" —Nicholas and Zarya Fogelson
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $14.91.
32. A set of five plastic pipes that'll keep your kiddo entertained in the bath long enough that you actually get them clean. Washing your child without a tantrum will no longer be just a ~pipe~ dream!
Promising review: "Our 18-month-old adores these. His older sisters (five and seven) have also been enjoying them in the tub. They work great and stick really well. The only negative is that we have temper tantrums now because baby boy wants to take a bath all the time. We can't get him out of the tub now!" —JKinSD
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get them from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three set styles).
34. An A-frame dollhouse that's practically indestructible, so your imaginative kiddos can spend years creating worlds inside their own modern dollhouse. You may move away from their childhood home someday, but they can keep this humble home for good!
35. The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus jack-in-the-box toys that I, a full grown human adult, want so badly they miiight already be on my wish list. Finding toys that match their storybook characters is such magic. Finding ones this cute (for such classics!) is gonna be even better.
36. A Little Tikes Spiralin' Seas water table so well-reviewed you just might feel FOMO until it ships! Honestly, ~water~ you doing without this in your home?! It's an instant hit!
Promising review: "Pretty cool. My son loves water and I was getting tired of mopping the restroom after every bath or when he turned the knobs on himself. This helps get that energy out and keep the water outside. Pretty easy to assemble. Just make sure the water plug gets pulled through all the way (spent 10 mins and two YouTube videos trying to figure this out). He has so much fun and only wants to stop playing when he gets sleepy. Works for me! —christine hernandez
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $30.49 (available with extra attachments).
37. A splurge-worthy rechargeable laser tag set so your kids can re-create their favorite video games IRL. The best part? There won't be any ammo covering the floors of your home/yard at the end of their matches!
The set includes four rechargeable guns, four rechargeable vests, and one charging station. You can play approximately eight games per charge. The cool LCD screens on the vest keep count of how many lives you have and the vest vibrates when you get shot, aka tagged. Play with up to four teams and eliminate your enemies to win the game. Recommended for ages 8+.
Promising review: "Pew. Pew. Pew. Pew. My family loves these guns. Last weekend we literally ran around the house and through the woods for two hours playing with these laser guns. There is a stealth mode which is great for hiding and surprise attacks. Pro advice: While you're running, hit the butt of the handle against your thigh to reload. We set our sensors for 15 lives, and that lasted for about 20–30 min per each game. Great family fun, and you can play during the day or night." —Steve Austin
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $199.99.
38. Bluey Grannie figurines that'll delight kids (and kids at heart) who would happily bow wow wow down to these two hilarious pups.
Bluey is my personal go-to serotonin boost and *genuinely* my favorite show of all time. My parent friends recommended it to me and first introduced the show with the episode "Grannies." I have since become a ride or die Bluey fan! My husband got me these dolls for Christmas and it was, I'm not exaggerating here, the HAPPIEST Christmas gift I've ever been given. These little dolls now have a place of honor in our home.
Promising review: "My daughter loves this show and I find myself often hysterical while watching it as well. It's so funny and cute. These little figurines are from her favorite episode about grandmas. They are well made, small, and come with the right accessories — perfect for little hands." —Ella
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get the grannies set from Amazon for $34.95 (available in three set styles).
39. A set of 50,000 (!!) water beads — these micro dots expand into small, bouncy jelly-like balls of JOY when exposed to water. Sign me UP.
People also use these for fun games with kids, making stress balls, and home decorating — the world is their water bead oyster!!
Promising review: "EXCELLENT value and they work perfectly! The kids are having so much fun with them and even added them to SLIME! Highly recommend, will be ordering these as gifts too. A little goes a long way, they arrive in a small container but make a huge amount!" —Jason
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
40. A tin tea set, because tea time is a favorite pastime with little kids. Get them an heirloom style set and they're gonna enjoy many a precious tea party with their fluffy stuffies.
Each set includes 15 pieces. You'll get a teapot, four plates, four cups, four saucers, a serving tray, and a carrying case.
Promising review: "We gave this tea set to our 3 1/2-year-old granddaughter for Christmas and she loved it. The set is made of metal and is durable. The case is very cute. She is into the fairies!" —Beverly Ozane
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $34.98 (available in four styles).
41. And finally, an indoor ball pit your tots and their friends (or, in my case, felines) are sure to have a ~ball~ with every single day. Dreamy.
Obviously this precious ball pit is intended for actual HUMAN children, but my millennial pet parent heart couldn't help but get this for my house! I hide my cats' favorite treats in the bottom and they will dig around for ages trying to find them all. It's not designed to withstand pet nails, but it's held up really well. I can't rave about it enough!
Minnidip is a small business started by Emily Vaca that makes designer inflatables for adults and kids (and cats!) alike. The products are trendsetting and oh so fun! Plus, the entire site is 20% off for small business Saturday! Be sure to check out all the ball pit colors available!
Shipping: All orders are shipped within 2 business days of purchase.
Get it from Minnidip for $199.
Happy holiday shopping!
