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Finally, we come to part 4 or the Christmas shopping formula for kids. We have done it out of order, but in case you have forgotten, here is the adage:
Something they want, Something they need, Something to wear and Something to read!
You can click on the following links to get to the posts on needs, reads and wear.
Today, I am going to talk about wants. I like that the saying says, "Something they Want" because it isn't necessary or practical or good for children to receive everything that they want. I believe that this is true for the following reasons:
I always told my children that they could ask for what they wanted and hope that they got something that they asked for. I tried to get them to focus on giving rather than just getting. But, of course as a parent, I really wanted them to receive things that they would love and enjoy. That is part of what makes Christmas magical!
At this point in the season, you probably know what your children want. But, just in case your kids aren't as forthcoming as you would like, I am going to list a few of the popular items that kids are asking for, as well as things that ought to be wants but our child just may not know he or she wants them!
Stem Items
I have been amazed at the coding gifts for kids that there are out there. Like this Bloxels Build Your Own Video Game KIt. Or, this Bit Coding Robot. These will keep kids busy and learning while having fun!
For Lego fans, this Klutz Chain Reaction Kit takes Legos to the next level!  
For your budding scientist, this microscope kit looks amazing! It is on sale for a good price right now, too!
 
For the younger set, LeapPad is always a good choice.
 
Trending This Year
Fingerlings are a great price point and fun, interactive toys that kids all want, from what I have read! This year they have new ones that boys will probably like better than last year's more feminine choices.
L.O.L. Surprise comes in many sizes. They are packs of doll and surprises to go with them that any little girls would love! The glittery case the surprises come in is enough to get them excited.
 
Interactive toys have come a long way since the first Yamaguchi Pets. Check out these Grumblies that kind of remind me of Gremlins on steroids.
 
If you prefer something a little cuter, look at these Pomsies.
 
They both respond to voice and touch. Pretty fascinating!
Get Them Moving Gifts
One of the best gifts we ever got for our kids was a trampoline. It was great for all ages. This one takes it to a new level with a basketball hoop!
 
This looks like a genius idea for a badminton set that sets up and comes down in no time!
 
Finally, can I just say a word about bikes? Unless your child is a bike racer or becoming a pro-racer, Walmart bikes are reasonable and great for kids, especially if they are young and going to be growing out of their smaller bikes in a couple of years. Also, be sure that you are willing to take them places where they can ride, and get them a helmet!
So, time is running short, but I hope our ideas have helped you out! If you have found the perfect gift for kids, drop your idea in the comments! Be sure to stop by tomorrow for Friday Faves!
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Hello! Today we share with you Something to Wear as part of our children's gift guides. Something to Read and Something they Need have already been done. Stay tuned for Something they Want.
I'm so excited for this post because I love kids clothes! They're so cute and less expensive than my own clothes (usually). Kids look cute in everything so it makes shopping so much easier. Today I have found a bunch of cute clothes at Target for the kids. I personally buy my own kids clothes at Target. I love the price and sales they have. The quality is also great. My son has pants from there that still look nice after a year of frequent use from playing outside. I also like their Cat & Jack brand because they get kids in on the designing process! So there's more unique clothing choices. And my daughter has many cute clothes from Target, dresses, pants, shirts, pjs...she's a Target girl like her momma! So I feel confident in recommending these clothes to you today. My kids and I both love them and they get complemented on their outfits frequently. Right now Target is having a sale on kids clothes so it's the perfect time to buy. Buy One Get One 50% off! And if you order $35 of clothes shipping is free! Or you can have it shipped to your local store for pick-up. Something to Wear for Babies
Something to Wear for Toddlers
Something to Wear for School-Aged Kids
This is just a handful of all the cute clothes I saw on their site and in stores. Have a look for yourself and do your shopping from the comfort of your own home. Merry Christmas!
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Today my friends, my post is about feeding your brain! As part of the gift giving formula my mom talked about here, I am sharing with you some great books to give as gifts for the "Something to Read" category.
Getting your kids books is sooo important! The sooner you start reading to a child the better. It will impact their verbal skills and help ignite their imagination. If you help instill a love of reading in your child when they are young, then as they grow they can get lost in the world of a book and learn about new people and cultures. Books expand horizons! So, lets break these ideas down by age group! Something to Read: Ages 0-3 For newborns you can really read them anything, but once your kid becomes a little wiggle worm, board books are so great to save books from torn pages. It can't always be avoided however, because not all great books come in board book form. Just be aware and be careful of where those tiny hands flail! (Also, my daughter got a paper cut on her toe one time while we were reading, so watch out for those wiggly little toes as well! I never even thought it could be possible, but she slid her foot across the book at the perfect angle!)  
We have some Baby Einstein books in our house and our little girl loves them! They're so interactive and fun, and can grow with her as she gets older! Amazon has a whole page dedicated to this brand, so you can find all kinds of great board books for your little ones!
 
I have to give a shout out to this book because my daughter absolutely loves it! Lift the flap books are a big hit around our house because she can lift it herself. She looks forward to it on every page. Underneath each flap is a new farm animal and its a great way to teach her animals sounds associated with each animal! This book is how she learned how to say "dog" and "hello!"
 
This is another favorite with our little one. It is a great book that teaches that we all have different talents, and also, it's never okay to make fun of or judge someone. It's a fun read, and is in rhyme form, which is a great thing to learn at a young age!
Something to read: Ages 3-6 This is a fun age where kids really start getting interactive with their books and try to read them on their own!  
My daughter just got one of these e readers from my aunt as a Christmas gift. As a 1 year old she just likes to push the buttons and pretend the reader is a phone and I just read the books to her. It would be a fun gift for a slightly older child to have to learn to follow along as someone reads aloud!
 
I love the Little Critter books! I think the way they are written is so funny, they're enjoyable for parent and adult!
 
I have heard mixed reviews about the Pinkalicious television show. I love the books however! Emily has three of them and they are cute. Not only do they teach stories about being true to who you are, its a great way to learn your colors! I highly recommend the books! You can decide how you feel about the show.
 
I am also a huge fan of the Berenstain Bears books! I grew up with these books and love them. They teach great lessons. They're especially valuable for children with siblings!
 
Max's journey to where the Wild Things are obviously had to make an appearance for me! This is my absolute favorite children's book of all time! I love reading it to my daughter! Her nursery is Where the Wild Things Are themed. She has a little Max doll (complete with crown) and her newborn photos includes a Where the Wild Things Are theme!
Something to Read: Ages 6-12 I know this is a pretty large age range in terms of level of reading skill, but I wanted to give a broad range of options for you to consider when getting your children a book because maybe you feel like they could read something a bit more difficult but are unsure where to start.  
I first heard about Harry Potter in the 7th grade. Alicia had gotten the first two or three books through the scholastic book fair, she was in second grade. She read them and loved them at 7, and I read them and loved them at 13. Harry Potter is a book for all ages. The earlier ones especially are quick reads and a great start to chapter books.
 
Okay I love Junie B Jones. She is such a funny girl and the stories are always so fun! When I worked in a 4th grade class we went to see a play based on these stories and the kids absolutely loved it! So did I! I highly recommend these books!
 
When I turned 8 years old, I got a copy of Ramona Quimby Age 8 for my birthday. I loved it, and soon wanted to read all of the Ramona Quimby books! She is like the original Junie B Jones to me! I even made my mom check out some television episodes from the library for us to watch as kids. Everything that happens is from Ramona's perspective, and that is really the best thing about these books. Children can understand exactly how Ramona feels!
Something to read: Teens and Young Adult For the teens and young adults in your life there are so many wonderful books out there to get them into amazing stories! Harry Potter is still an excellent option at this age, as well as these ideas:  
The Hobbit/Lord of the Rings. I first read it in junior high and it is such a sweeping epic story that teaches so many valuable lessons about choosing good, being a loyal friend, and everyone can do hard things. But it isn't so basic. It is a deep read and a fascinating world! Someone people pass the Hobbit off as boring, but I really like the Hobbit, and if you read it first, it helps set the scene for the story to follow in the next three books. These books are classics and should definitely be read by everyone.
 
Full disclosure, I haven't read this book yet. My mom has though and told me it is so good! I intend to steal it and read it. You however, can buy it through this link and gift it to your teenage child! (Or yourself, I don't judge!)
 
Any book that focuses on a true story from the Holocaust is a must for me (Hello Diary of Anne Frank and The Hiding Place). This is a true story of a young girl named Dita Karus who was in charge of a set of books that some Jews snuck past the guards at Auschwitz. Be prepared to cry guys.
Well those are my something to read suggestions for you. I hope I've given you a good place to start. I'd say go buy a gift for the reader in your life, but maybe buy one to help someone become a reader as well! Also, don't forget, we've been talking about the#LightTheWorld campaign. Have you seen any of these giving machines near you? There is one here in Gilbert, Arizona, and little lady and I are going to go on Friday to see what we can give! |
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