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1. A POP It! Pro light-up toy so you can keep those fidgety fingers busy with this new electric version of everyone's fave sensory toy. All you have to do is pop all the lit bubbles as soon as they appear, and then press the big button on the back to reset the bubbles before time runs out. Thrilling! Plus, I like the size of the game because it fits in a large purse or backpack, and I can whip it out when I see my kids are getting antsy while we're out and about.
2. A Nintendo Switch that reviewers are saying is worth the upgrade and hype! The 7-inch OLED screen really makes colors pop — and with 64 GB of storage, you can store a whole bunch of games. That's hours of play time at your *finger tips!*
3. A turtle sandbox because as the cooler months approach, you can bring the beach or playground to your backyard! We have this sandbox at home and I love that it comes with a cover so the neighborhood cats don't start using it as their own abode!
4. A glow-in-the-dark capture the flag game literally too cool to pass up. This game is great for upcoming outdoor birthday parties or reunions.
5. A bumper car so you can start your little ones early with some super fun driving lessons! But seriously, how amazing does this little car look? I want one in my size!
6. A memory game — a great game to help build memory in a *mindful* and diverse way. Little Likes Kids Musical Crossroads Memory Game features all kinds of musical instruments, accessories, and dances.
7. A tool workbench because busy hands need tasks to keep them busy. And this toy provides the perfect space for your little tot to tinker — and maybe even promote a future career in STEM.
8. A coding kit that reviewers are seriously raving about how it was a HUGE hit among their eager learners because it teaches kids how to prototype their own back-up sensor for a driverless car. Talk about an engaging and exciting way to get your kids jazzed about learning!
9. A magic trick kit with 365 tricks and a great booklet to get beginners ready to be the next Houdini! Get this kit for your magic enthusiast, and they can learn a new trick each day for a year! BOOM! 365 hours of play right there!
10. A five-piece toy instrument set that'll help your blossoming musician jam out. The set includes a ukulele, tambourine, castanet, rain stick, and maraca — it is sure to be a ~hit~ during music time!
11. Or a DJ mixer your little music lovin' kiddo is going to absolutely love. Get them ready to emerge on the music scene with this realistically designed mixer that you can synch with any Bluetooth® device to play along with their favorite music. How cool is that?!!!
12. An ocean and sand sensory bin my 3-year-old is smitten with. Explore the shores and depths of the ocean with this kit. It's perfect for introducing concepts such as texture and shape as well as helping them identify animals.
13. A kinetic sand kit that makes for the perfect indoor activity for those rainy or snowy days. My 3-year-old can independently play with this activity kit for at least an hour. Let me repeat that one more time: at least an ENTIRE HOUR!
14. A Lego Duplo starter set perfect for budding Lego builders. We got this kit for my son when he turned 2 years old, and he returns to it weekly. It's a great way to foster learning through fun and imaginative play.
15. And a classic Lego set to continue the Lego love for when they're a bit older (ages 3+). This kit makes a great gift for the upcoming holidays or birthday, and comes with 790 pieces to provide hours of creativity for kids. Plus, the box serves as the perfect toy storage solution. HOORAY for toys that come with storage!
16. And an amazing Boba Fett helmet kit for the experienced Lego builder in your life. This kit that will challenge Lego builders who are seriously old-school Star Wars fans.
17. A Sesame Street electronic reader that'll get young readers excited about reading. This awesome kit comes with eight books and a device that reads them out loud to your child. I always say that the perfect time to start introducing kids to reading is the present time!
18. Sorry! — because who doesn't love this classic board game? It's also perfect for those families that love to get competitive! Chase, race, bump, and slide! I always had the best time saying, *Sorry!* when I bumped my mom's piece off the board.
19. And Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza — a game you want to add to your family game night roster. This fun and silly card game is great fun for the whole family with kids 8 years and up. Some reviewers are raving that they play even after their kids go to bed!
20. An activity road rug play set with 49 pieces guaranteed to provide hours of play! My son got this for his third birthday and absolutely loves zooming his wood cars around *town!*
21. A good ol' set of wooden building blocks that definitely keeps my kids occupied for at least an hour. Blocks are a classic and one of the oldest toys out there. They are ideal for introducing early math concepts, including shapes, parts-to-whole, and sorting. Learning and playing at the same time? Sign me up!
22. Or a 40-piece magnetic tile set because building promotes major problem-solving skills for early learners. Your kids are going to be thrilled to unbox these fun and engaging tiles! I can't tell you how much these tiles are used in our household, and for this price, you may want to get two!
23. A HarperIman Charlie 14'' Plush Doll — a lovely and inclusive handmade doll that promotes female empowerment. These linen dolls come in four different skin tones to promote a positive self-image in children.
24. A five-pack of Hot Wheels that I use as an incentive when we are traveling. Both my kids love zoomin' these classic cars all over the place and keep them busy whenever we get stuck at the airport!
25. And last but not least, a Polly Pocket, because this was the absolute hot ticket toy when I was growing up in the '90s. The Polly Pocket starring Shani cuddly cat is the toy you want to pick up for your animal-loving kiddo. This compact kit includes 18 teeny-tiny accessories that are suitable for older kiddos who are no longer mouthy with their toys.
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