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10+ Non-Tech Gifts for Tweens

10+ Non-Tech Gifts for Tweens

December 1, 2023 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

Here are over 10 non-tech gifts for tweens. From skincare to games, you are sure to find something for everyone on your list. As kids get older, their wish lists become more and more tech-filled. It’s sometimes hard to find non-tech gifts for this age group. I now have 8,

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STEM and Gaming Gifts for 6 Year Olds

STEM and Gaming Gifts for 6 Year Olds

December 1, 2019 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

These STEM and gaming gifts are perfect for 6 year olds who want to get into video games such as 온라인 카지노, and other technology based toys. Encourage fun and imagination! Buying presents for 6 year olds can be challenging for parents. Toys with an educational value that stimulate imaginative play

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Educational Board Games for Competitive or Cooperative Play

Educational Board Games for Competitive or Cooperative Play

October 18, 2018 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

A list of educational board games and card games for both competitive and cooperative play. The list is separated by age for younger and older children.    Board games are a really wonderful way to practice colors, letters, shapes, taking turns, and so much more through play. Educational board games

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Stocking Stuffers for Kids Who Love Unboxing

Stocking Stuffers for Kids Who Love Unboxing

September 24, 2018 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

These stocking stuffers are perfect for the YouTube kid in your life. For kids who love unboxing videos, slime videos, gaming videos and more.   It seems as though YouTube has taken over the world when we think about kids and tv watching. When I think back to being a

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Gift Guide for Sensory Seekers: Impact Behavior While Kids Have FUN!

Gift Guide for Sensory Seekers: Impact Behavior While Kids Have FUN!

October 3, 2017 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

Sensory input is so important for kids. We learn best when all senses are engaged and kids who are able to engage in sensory play can receive calming effects almost immediately. For sensory seekers, it can feel nearly impossible to keep up with their demands (just yesterday, my daughter dumped

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20 Moana Toys Kids Will Love

20 Moana Toys Kids Will Love

June 26, 2017 By Katie Chiavarone 1 Comment

20 Moana toys that kids love, perfect for promoting pretend play and learning for kids who love Moana. Dolls, dress-ups and even Moana toys for toddlers.   I have a little Moana lover in my house! We just had a Moana birthday party and have received a plethora of Moana

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Best Mermaid Gifts for Kids

Best Mermaid Gifts for Kids

May 5, 2017 By Katie Chiavarone Leave a Comment

My 3 year old is a total mermaid lover. We recently got a little pool for the backyard for the summer, and she insisted that she needed a mermaid tail to swim in. As her birthday approaches, I’ve been brainstorming some mermaid gifts to get for her. I have found

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Quiet Toys for Babies: A Parent-Approved Gift Guide

Quiet Toys for Babies: A Parent-Approved Gift Guide

October 13, 2016 By Katie Chiavarone 2 Comments

If you walk down a toy aisle for babies, the sight and sounds can be quite overwhelming. Many of the toys require more batteries than all of the remotes in your house combined. While babies love a toy that talks or sings to them while they play, there is great

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Gift Guide for the Active Mind: Ages 3-8

Gift Guide for the Active Mind: Ages 3-8

December 3, 2015 By Katie Chiavarone 3 Comments

Does your child have a mind with wheels that never seem to stop turning? I’m sure it is one of those qualities that you absolutely adore, however, you are probably constantly trying to find ways to engage them and keep them occupied in a constructive way. My little guy falls in this

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Gift Guide for Toddlers and Preschoolers: Dramatic Play Toys

Gift Guide for Toddlers and Preschoolers: Dramatic Play Toys

December 2, 2015 By Katie Chiavarone 15 Comments

Do your kids love to play pretend?  Quickly outgrowing the baby toys, yet not quite big enough for smaller-piece toys, it can be a challenge to find developmentally appropriate and safe toys for the 2-3 year old age range. Notice that some of my favorite brands included are Melissa & Doug,

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