Holiday GIFT GUIDE: part B
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efore you head out to pick out that perfect present for the little one you love, check out the first installment of our annual Holiday Gift Guide. The editors at Charlotte Parent — and sister publications Carolina Parent and Piedmont Parent — reviewed and collaborated to pick these favorites from top toy product lists, parent recommendations and product samples.
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1 // Cat Preschool Construct Dough ™ Deluxe. Experience a new way to build your construction site. Place the dough onto each freewheeling Cat machine and watch as it’s transformed into custom “I” beams and other assorted construction shapes. Includes one can of dough and accessories. Ages 3-5. $13.99. toystate.com.
2 // PlasmaBug Rider. This rider is sturdy and light with front and rear compartments to store a child’s favorite toys or snacks while he zooms around the house. It swivels to easily fit through small spaces, making it a perfect toy for indoor play. Ages 18 months+. $60. plasmarttoys.com.
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3 // Big Hugs Elmo. The most responsive Elmo ever. When you hug him, he hugs back. Big Hugs Elmo also features fun songs, dancing and fun imagination scenarios so kids can pretend. Ages 18 months-4 years. $59.99. hasbro.com.
4 // Mooshka Tots Doll. Collect all these adorable, washable and colorful dolls. Each comes in a gift box with a finger puppet doll and a paper-doll chain. Ages 2+. $12.99. mooshka.com.
5 // My First Crayola Mess-Free Touch Lites. With no muss or mess, this is perfect for the little artist. Tiny fingers can draw and scribble with their finger, or use the stylus. Each color has a corresponding tune to combine art and music. Ages 24 months+. $28.99. crayola.com.
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6 // Wiggimals. These soft, round animals move and shake to encourage babies to crawl in pursuit. With the touch of their heads, the Wiggimals make animals sounds, play “Old McDonald” and travel around the floor. Ages 6 months+. $14.99. littletikes.com.
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7 // Begin Again Buddy Blocks. Made from sustainably harvested rubber wood, this puzzle is perfect for the ecofriendly family. The four-piece puzzle makes six different sea creatures, including an octopus, crab, sea turtle, starfish, ray and shark. Ages18 months+. $13. beginagaintoys.com.
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NOVEMBER 2013
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