OUTDOOR
Mobo Explorer X. This maintenance-free bike is meant to perfect your level of riding while allowing you to advance, too. Included is a frame pad, soft gel handles, footrests, alloy air tires, and an adjustable seat so your little one is sure to stay safe. This bike is a staple in one’s childhood.
$99.99, ages 4-6, mobocruiser.com
Bunny Hopkins Swing Collection (1). A unique handmade wooden disc swing for indoor or outdoor play. Created with sustainable materials sourced American maple wood. Vibrant natural and color stains create amazing underlying wooden grain patterns.
$59-$99, ages 2-8, bunnyhopkinstoys.com
Koosh Flix Stix. Plays like lacrosse–easy to flick, catch and hard to put down. Perfect for hours of outdoor fun, families can test their skills and go head-to-head. Each set comes with 2 Flix Stix and 1 Koosh Ball.
$24.99, ages 6+, playmonster.com
EXPLORE EMOTIONS
The Rebel Girls Handbook (2). The ultimate ticket to trivia, activities, and more about 300+ extraordinary women. Includes amazing facts and stunning illustrations of Rebels from the past and present. Spotlights on the home countries and traits of trailblazing women.
$14.99, ages 6+, rebelgirls.com
My Feelings Bean Bags. Great for social/emotional development to promote self-confidence. These texture-rich bean bag sets come with a drawstring bag for easy cleanup and a guide packed with activities and play ideas developed by experts.
$24.99, ages 3+, educationalinsights.com
Train of Thought (3). A card game to inspire real connections and meaningful conversations. Learn more about the ones you love through thoughtful questions and fun challenges.
$16.97, 6+, www.amazon.com
A Smart Girl’s Guide: Tough Stuff. A book that shows girls how to get through tricky times—from bullying to body image issues, friendship stress to family struggles, and panic attacks to pandemics. $12.99, ages 10+, americangirl.com
UNIQUE FINDS
Amazon Glow (4). Bring magic to traditional video calls, transforming the way kids connect with remote loved ones through interactive, virtual experiences. Learn, play games, read stories, scan physical objects, and create art, while relatives have fun with the same content, at the same time using the free Glow app on a smartphone or tablet. $299.99, ages 3-9, amazon.com
Readyland. An immersive, magical reading experience. Printed books come alive with innovative voice technology, allowing readers to talk to characters, respond to questions, choose songs, play games and much more. $14.99, ages 4+, readyland.com
Brothers and Sisters. A charming and warm-hearted tribute to siblings and their magical bond, with stunning art by award-winning illustrator Sonja Wimmer. $16.95, 4 - 8, cuentodeluz.com
GAME ON!
Shelly’s Pearl (5). Explore the ocean floor with your dive team collecting colorful shells to trade with Shelly the octopus. Players practice trading and achieving goals while building fine motor skills. Shelly uses “they/them” pronouns which is not a part of gameplay but provides the opportunity to discuss personal pronouns if desired. $38, ages 4+, simplyfun.com
Joke King. The hilarious family game from Nutt Heads. Players use their imagination, creativity and storytelling skills to make unique card combinations to form comic strips. The funniest combination wins the round and whoever wins 5 rounds first gets crowned The Joke King! Cardboard crown and 600 cards included. $24.99, ages 10+, nuttheads.com
Guess in 10 Junior Animal Kingdom. Use the Guider Tiles to ask questions and get clues to guess the animals – no reading required. The first player to win 7 cards wins the game. $14.97, 3-6, www.amazon.com
NEW MOMS & BABIES
Dingle Dangle (6). Keep the giggles coming with this adorable and innovative 3-in-1 toy. Can be used during diaper changes, as a portable mobile for a crib or stroller, and a sensory rattle.
$34.99, ages birth-18 months, dingledanglebaby.com
3-in-1 Starry Skies Sheep Soother. Find sleep without counting sheep. With three ways to use, this soother includes a projector, glow light and nursery rhyme mode for peaceful rest. $31.99, ages 0+, vtechkids.com
Tiny Love Treasure the Ocean 2-in-1 Musical Mobile Gymini. (7) A beautifully designed ocean playmat that comes equipped with 18 engaging activities and 2 modes of use: musical starfish rotating mobile with 6 melodies and a spectacular lights show. $69.99, ages birth-2 years, tinylove.com
MINU V2. Go places, big and small with this sleek stroller that can do it all while staying small. Designed for your daily adventures and exciting excursions, offering all the modern convenience in a portable, lightweight stroller. $449.99, ages birth – 50 lbs. uppababy.com
Riding Buddy – Cat. Designed with toddlers in mind, featuring bold colors, easy-to-grab handlebars, a comfy seat, and 4 wheels that roll smoothly. Kids can scoot around the house or take this balance bike outside! The cat’s tail doubles as a handy handle! $29.99, ages 12+ months, mybtoys.com
IMAGINATION & CREATIVITY
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Magna-Tiles Structures (8). Experience the world as it comes alive. Your child will engage with their favorite story through hands-on play. This 19-piece set is compatible with all other Magna-Tiles Structures and original Magna-Tiles sets. $44.95, ages 3-9 years, createon.com
Little Knitty Bitty – Woodsy Series. Young crafters can choose from an adorable bear, fox or bunny to dress in cozy fashions. Each beginner project allows you to knit a shirt, hat and scarf with the mini loom knit kit. $18.99, ages 7+, playmonster.com
TRAVEL FUN
Sketch Pals Ocean Friends. Clippable doodle board characters that let kids doodle on the go. Perfect for clipping on backpacks, lunches or luggage. Kids can doodle with anything. Push the Ocean Friend’s nose and the board clears itself. Perfect for kids using imagination to write and create with intention and purpose. $19.99, ages 4+, myboogieboard.com
Solitaire Chess Magnetic Travel Puzzle. Combines the rules of chess with peg solitaire to bring you a fun and challenging brainteaser experience. $14.99, 8+, www.thinkfun.com