Thursday, November 21, 2024

Editor’s Picks: Gift ideas for the kids on your Christmas list

Looking for gift ideas for that special child on your Christmas shopping list this year? An innovative toy will help children learn – and have fun. Also, fans of the popular film Happy Feet 2 will be delighted to have their own Erik under the Christmas tree.

Learn and Play
Children watch their parents and siblings talk, work and play nonstop on their smartphones. Many preschoolers would likely love to find an iPhone under their tree, but that is likely not happening (if so they were are REALLY good this year!). However, B.Toys offers the Alphaberry, an adorable PDA that will help them learn their ABC’s.

The colorful toy allows the child to push any button and a letter will appear on the digital screen and it is read aloud. The screen color can even be changed to one of three colors and the unit comes in a light blue and a dark blue. The creative packaging is reversible and it even comes with the three AAA batteries needed, which is a big help to shoppers. The Alphaberry is suggested for children who are 8 18 months To 5 years old.

One of my favorite toys they offer is the Loopty Loo that features 47 beads that travel along five colorful routes. It is on a circular base that will allow the child to roll it around and enjoy a colorful show keeping them endlessly entertained. Designed for kids 18 months up to 3 years old and costs only $14.99.

B.toys is an award winning toy maker of toys that encourage children to explore their individuality. The Alphaberry and other items are available at www.justb-byou.com or Target stores.

Huggable dancing partner
Build-A-Bear Workshop is offering not only Erik from the film Happy Feet Two but also a few of his friends. The movie was a great success when released in 3D at theaters across the country. So far the film has earned over $52 million.

Now to the delight of many Erik, the newest “Happy Feet” character, has tapped his way into Build-A-Bear Workshop stores this holiday season. This cute and loving son of Mumble, the world’s most famous tap-dancing penguin is available as a Make-your-own Erik ($23) with a light-up bow. You can dress him in the Red Nordic Sweater ($8.50), Red Nordic Sherpa Hat & Scarf ($7.50), classic jeans ($5), and black rubber boots ($7.50).

Fans of the other “Happy Feet Two” characters will be happy to see Lovelace, Sven and Boadicea ($10 each or $7.50 when you purchase two or more) are also available as pre-stuffed mini friends—perfect for stocking stuffers.

You can order them online or find at your nearest Build-A-Bear Workshop.

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