It’s Time for the Holiday Gift Guide #1

Great for pretend play!

Goodyear Kids Car Engine Repair Kit (Red Toolbox | Ages 3+ | MSRP $49.99 | Costco): This mechanic set allows young minds to get hands-on with a variety of tools, providing a realistic experience of working on a car. Through imaginative play, children will learn how to fix, assemble, and take care of their “Vehicles,” all while developing essential cognitive and motor skills. Perfect way for children to explore their interest in cars and mechanics! Oh, what fun the kids will have with this fun kit!

I love this!

Get ready for tail-wagging excitement at the PLAYMOBIL Dog Park, where dogs can spin on the carousel, race through the slalom, or splash in a ball pool. This set features a shepherd dog with a movable prosthetic leg, celebrating inclusive play. With a belt-attached leash for hands-free fun, plus silicone barriers for customizing obstacle courses, it offers boundless imaginative activities every day that keep dogs and their owners happily engaged.

MSRP: $29.99, Age: 4+, Available on playmobil.com and Amazon

So much fun!

Sticki Rolluxe (Sky Castle Toys | Ages 5+ | MSRP $49.99 | Available on Amazon): Sticki Rolls took the world by storm in 2024 thanks to their uniqueness and trending friendship bracelets (thanks, Taylor Swift!) These incredibly innovative wearable, shareable sticker bracelets quickly revolutionized how kids collect, share and showcase their stickers. Sticki Rolluxe is the perfect all-in-one crafting and jewelry making kit – and it’s shaped like a handbag for storage and portability! Make your own necklaces and bracelets using the included beads and Sticki Rolls! Also comes with 3 Jumbo Stickies, which are trending on social, to decorate your wall!

Kids will have a blast with this game!

One More? (Ultra PRO Entertainment | Ages 8+ (Kids & Family Modes) | $26.99 | UltraPRO.com: A high-energy electronic buzzer game that puts players’ quick thinking and creativity to the test. Designed for 2-4 players, the game features over 300 topics and two gameplay modes—Kids & Family—keeping every round fresh and engaging. Players race against the interactive timer with flashing LEDs, buzzing in to name as many items as possible within a given category. Perfect for family game nights, parties, and gatherings, One More? delivers fast-paced fun and friendly competition in just 15-minute play sessions.

Perfect for sleepovers!

Loveté Girls Activity Night: Hair Charms(Vango Toys | MSRP $12.99 | Ages 8+ | Target) Girls’ night just got even more stylish with the Loveté Girls’ Activity Night: Shoe Charms Edition from Vango Toys! Designed for four friends, this set lets you customize your kicks with adorable shoe charms, cute laces, and fun transfer stickers. Switch up your style by swapping out shoelaces, adding charms to loops, and personalizing with easy-to-apply transfers. It’s the ultimate group DIY activity—where everyone walks away with totally unique, one-of-a-kind sneakers that show off their vibe. Perfect for a cozy night in, creating memories and matching looks with your besties!

Also Available: Loveté Girls Activity Night: Shoe Styling (Vango Toys | MSRP $12.99 | Ages 8+ | Target): Shoe charms are one of the hottest accessories for this year. The new Loveté Girls Activity Night: Shoe Styling kits are inspired by the viral “girls night,” tween & teen aesthetics and today’s fashion trends.Pick and pair your favorite charms, laces, and stickers to style your sneakers your way for a unique expression of style! Each Shoe Styling kit comes with everything needed for you and 3 friends to create one-of-a-kind shoes. With fashion-forward styles and easy-to-follow instructions, it’s the perfect activity for their next sleepover, birthday party or chill night in!

This one is a must!

PLAYMOBIL Carriage Ride (PLAYMOBIL | Ages 4-10 | MSRP $39.99 | Playmobil.com & Amazon) Take a seat in the elegant carriage where the prince and princess relax in the back while the coachman leads the journey. Adorn the horses’ harness with charming hearts before embarking on a romantic ride along a picturesque promenade. Hidden in the carriage is a gift box with a noble present for the royal couple. Enjoy enchanting storytelling with this magical PLAYMOBIL Carriage Ride set.

It’s fun to decorate!

Dragon EggMazing Egg Decorator (Hey Buddy Hey Pal | Ages 3+ | MSRP $27.99 | Available September on Amazon): This new, non-seasonal decorator is the perfect indoor activity and a great TV visual! This decorating kit allows you to create your own vibrant dragon eggs. Place one of the two included eggs into the machine and watch it spin as you use the colorful markers to “egg-pose” your egg’s cracks! When you’re done decorating, open your egg to reveal your collectible 3D printed dragons!

Also great as a stocking stuffer!

Sixes & Ones (Vango Toys | MSRP $12.99 | Ages 5+ | Target): A revival to the classic game of dice. This portable game includes six curated games all in one expandable rolling cup, transforming any surface into a play space, whether you’re beachside, at a coffee shop, or on a plane.  Designed for 2 or more players, it’s perfect for spontaneous fun at home or on the go. Ideal for game nights, holiday travel, and everyday fun!

Who loves Squirtle? He’s my favorite Pokemon!

Teknofun, a leader in high-quality licensed merchandise, is excited to announce its full product lineup for the 2025 holiday season. Featuring highly anticipated products from beloved Japanese intellectual properties, the new collection includes items from iconic franchises like Pokémon, Hello Kitty, Dragon Ball, One Piece and Monchhichi.

The new product line includes a wide range of collectibles and accessories perfect for gifting and for fans of all ages. Each item is designed with meticulous attention to detail to ensure authenticity and quality.

Featured Products:

  • Pokémon Light-up Scenes (UK): Brand new collection of light-up scene featuring your favorite Pokémon characters including Pikachu, Charmander and Bulbasaur.
  • Hello Kitty Alarm Clock (AUS): The cutest icon from Sanrio will make sure the kiddos are coming for breakfast on time.
  • One Piece Merry Light-up Alarm Clock (UK): Pay tribute to the early days of Luffy’s adventures with this Going Merry ship turned into a beautiful light-up scene alarm clock!.
  • Dragon Ball Decorative Lights (UK): From the original Dragon Ball with young Sangoku to the most recent adult characters of Dragon Ball Super, lit up your room with these beautiful decorative lights!
  • Monchhichi Handstrap Light-up (US, UK): A new series of light-up hand-strap celebrating this timeless classic.

Pricing and Availability: All new products are available for purchase through select retailers. Find the products availability by region below.

For the USA (Target, Gamestop, Amazon): USA CATALOG

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this holiday gift guide. Images and information were also provided.

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