Tamagotchi Collections: The Quirky Tomagotchi Management Game (Kess | Ages 10+ | $29.99 | Amazon, Target, & KessCo): A group of Tamagotchi friends has crash-landed on Earth, and it’s up to you to take care of them! In this cozy, competitive game for 2–4 players, you’ll feed, play with, and clean up after 30 unique Tamagotchi characters while rolling dice to keep up with their needs. But be careful, let too many pile up, and chaos will follow in true Tamagotchi fashion! Capturing the charm, nostalgia, and playful spirit of the original keychain craze, Tamagotchi Collections brings everyone’s favorite digital pets to the tabletop. Perfect for families, friends, and collectors alike, it’s a fun and heartwarming way to reconnect with the Tamagotchi world—no batteries required.
Giant D20 Foam Dice (Kess | Ages 6+ | $24.99 | Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Target & KessCo): Add oversized fun to any game night with this six-inch foam die made for play, display, and pure geeky enjoyment. Crafted from soft, lightweight foam with a smooth finish, it’s safe to roll on any surface—indoors or outdoors—and just as fun to squeeze, toss, or bounce. Perfect for tabletop gaming, parties, or casual play at home, in the park, or at the beach, the Giant D20 brings a lighthearted twist to every roll. With its vibrant colors and larger-than-life size, it’s a playful gift for gamers, collectors, and anyone who loves to roll in style.
IQ Deluxe Circle (Smart Toys & Games | Ages 14+ | MSRP: $19.99 | Amazon & Specialty Toy Stores) Challenge your mind and put your problem-solving skills to the test with IQ Deluxe Circle, a sophisticated evolution of the SmartGames IQ Line. Perfect for teens and adults, this captivating single-player puzzle features 13 uniquely shaped, double-sided pieces made of ball-like elements. Match the puzzle layout in the challenge booklet and fit every piece onto the circular board with only one correct solution to win! Compact and portable, this puzzle is ideal for travel or on-the-go play, and its sleek design makes it a thoughtful gift for any puzzle lover.
Cats and Boxes (Smart Toys & Games | Ages 7+ | MSRP: $19.99 | Amazon & Specialty Toys Stores) Help these playful cats find their favorite hiding spots with Cats and Boxes, the purr-fect puzzle game for kids and adults! Lift the boxes one move at a time, trying to place them over the cats. With 60 challenges ranging from easy to difficult, this single-player brain teaser provides hours of fun while building concentration, problem-solving, and deduction skills. Its compact, travel-friendly design with a portable game board and lid makes it easy to take the fun wherever you go.
PLAYMOBIL x MonsterHigh Frankie Stein™(PLAYMOBIL | Ages 5-99 | MSRP $7.99 | Playmobil.com & Amazon) Get ready to spark some fun! Frankie Stein is stitched together with Playmobil’s classic figure DNA, bringing her electrifying presence to life. Featuring articulated limbs and a bolt-styled handbag accessory, this set captures the patchwork perfection that makes Frankie an all-time Monster High favorite! There is also PLAYMOBIL x MonsterHigh Draculaura™ (PLAYMOBIL | Ages 5-99 | MSRP $7.99 | Playmobil.com& Amazon) Gothic glam meets Playmobil charm! Draculaura enchants with her signature pink-and-black style, high-flying flair, and a frilly umbrella so she can take a walk in the sun. With Playmobil’s high-quality detailing, she’s ready to take her place in any spooktacular collection!
Miko Mini (Miko | Ages 5+ | MSRP: $149 | Costco ($79.99), Amazon, Target): This award-winning, kidSAFE+ COPPA-certified and voice-activated robot is the ultimate high-tech gift for ages 5-10 this holiday season. Powered by deep learning AI, Miko Mini learns your child’s name, responds to their choices, and grows smarter everyday with stories, songs, games, and new monthly content. Parents will love its safety features, app-based controls, and progress tracking, while kids will be fully engaged with its jokes, dances, and friendly personality.
The Magnetic Word Builder is an evidence-based educational tool designed to enhance foundational literacy skills in young learners, particularly those in grades K–3. Aligned with the science of reading, this versatile kit supports explicit, systematic instruction through structured routines that promote phonological awareness, orthographic mapping, and spelling proficiency. Each self-contained set includes over 75 high-quality magnetic tiles that feature essential phonics patterns such as digraphs, suffixes, and silent e, all organized within a durable, fully magnetized trifold board. The board also incorporates a writable dry-erase surface, allowing students to practice letter formation and spelling in a tactile, hands-on manner.
Designed for both classroom and one-on-one settings, the Magnetic Word Builder is adaptable to various learning styles and needs. Its multimodal approach facilitates differentiation, making it suitable for beginning readers as well as those requiring additional support. The kit includes a comprehensive teacher’s guide with routines and flexible teaching suggestions, ensuring effective integration into literacy curricula. Educators have praised the ReadBright program for its research-based pedagogy and classroom-tested strategies, noting its ability to engage students and foster independent reading skills. Prices vary, https://magneticwordbuilder.com/collections/all
Happy Holidays!
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