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My favorite childhood Christmas tradition revolved around receiving jigsaw puzzles as a gift. Even as I got older and video games became the hot ticket, Christmas wasn’t complete without my annual puzzle adventure. As soon as we had finished opening gifts, I would retreat to the table to start assembling one. I typically had it completed by dinnertime, with a second becoming the focus of the evening and following day. This gift guide honors my past with an assortment of activities for kids and families.

Lethal Chicken Games

Mix fun and flavor with Dice Batter! Players roll and place dice onto cookie sheet cards, bump opponents’ dice with higher numbers, and mix collected dice in the bowl for a blind draw to score points. Featuring ingredient-inspired dice, cookie sheet trays, and a spoon that doubles as a pen, this oven-themed game is equal parts clever design and family fun. First to 20 points wins!

Griddly Kids

Get ready to sweeten up your science and art experiments with Just Add Sugar! This bio-organic STEAM kit is designed to make learning at home easy and fun, using supplies you already have. With everything you need included, simply add the missing ingredient, and you’re ready to dive into a world of creative exploration.

Unleash your inner artist and scientist with over 15 exciting activities, from making your own candy and sugar cubes to creating homemade soap. Discover the wonders of chemical reactions, supersaturation, and crystallization as you delve into the fascinating world of sugar science.

Get your hands on this sweet STEAM kit and watch as the interests of artists and scientists alike are sweetened! Plus, when you purchase at least 2 cases of each product from the Just Add Line, you’ll receive a free floor display for easy showcasing.

Ignite curiosity and creativity at home with Just Add Sugar – where science and art blend together in a delightful and educational experience.

ABetter Design Company

Aqua Sword is a soft foam sword that fills with water, letting kids duel while splashing their opponents. Swordplay leaves a fun water mark on clothing, adding a whole new level of excitement to any backyard barbecue or pool party. Just fill with water, draw your swords, and leave your mark on all the players as it squirts on impact! It’s a user-friendly pool toy and yard game that makes outdoor games for kids seamless and hassle-free. Made from soft sponges and flexible foam, like a pool noodle, it only delivers gentle hits and is soft enough for safe play yet sturdy enough to handle energetic swings, giving parents peace of mind.

University Games

The latest expansion and innovation of its popular I SPY line of games, produced under license from Scholastic Entertainment, I SPY Build &Seek is the exciting new game combines the classic seek-and-find fun of I SPY with a game board that is uniquely constructed and shared by players each time it’s played. I SPY Build & Seek continues the tradition of players using their observation skills and memory abilities, but in this version, players first construct the game board. The traditional looking I SPY illustrated disks are double-sided print on thick cardboard with various slots so that the disks can slide together to form a geometric landscape. The construction of the game is different every time it’s played. Once the board is built, players take turns drawing a challenge card featuring an I SPY clue. Everyone then plays at once by frantically searching the structure of I SPY discs. During the search process, only the player who revealed the clue is allowed to turn or flip the entire structure once during the search process. This twist may provide a fresh look for some, but confuse others, as everyone looks for the answer.

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Blue Orange Games

In this Interactive Listen-and-Seek Game of Colors, listen carefully as Cora announces colors then quickly find and place Cora on the correct nests. At the end of the game, Cora will tell you how many colors you matched. Choose to play solo, competitively or cooperatively!

John Hansen Company

Toss it in the air and watch the colors magically flip! Handheld, magical color-flipping balls make a fun, portable toy. Collect all four cool color combinations. Toss just one or try to juggle with three!

The Learning Journey International

Kids can learn their colors, shapes, and numbers by using the pen to place magnetic pieces into their proper spots. These hands-on puzzles are available in fun themes like Sealife, Construction, and Farm.

Loke Battle Mats

Upgrade your gifting game with Spot the Game Gift Wrap by Loke Battle Mats! This premium 90 GSM wrapping paper doesn’t just look great — it’s a puzzle in itself. Hidden within the vibrant, eye-catching design are dozens of visual clues to well-known and obscure board games. Whether you’re wrapping a holiday gift, a birthday present, or a convention prize, this large-format 27″x19″ wrapping paper is both practical and fun. Surprise game lovers with a unique wrapping paper that challenges them to “spot the game” while unwrapping their gift. Fun, functional, and endlessly replayable, Spot the Game Gift Wrap is the perfect finishing touch for gamers of all ages.

Griddly Kids

Introducing Just Add Fruits and Veggies – the ultimate STEAM kit that brings science and art to life using supplies you already have at home! With this kit, the possibilities are endless as you explore, create, and learn with your old fruits and veggies. No need to toss them out – turn them into exciting experiments!

This cool kit is designed to deliver hours of exploration, creativity, and enjoyment for young scientists and artists. With over 20 engaging science and art activities, including Fruits & Veggies stamps and the fascinating Potato Battery, you’ll dive into the world of chemical reactions, osmosis, germination, and the study of electricity!

Ignite your child’s curiosity and passion for learning with this hands-on and interactive STEAM experience. The kit comes fully equipped with all the essentials for at-home science and art experiments – just add the missing ingredient, and you’re ready to go!

ABetter Design Company

CORNHOLE SHOOTOUT – has 2 games in 1. The thrill of basketball meets cornhole with this deluxe set, perfect for enthusiasts and athletes alike. Bring the excitement of the court to your backyard gatherings, ensuring endless fun and a competitive spirit. Double the fun when Basketball meets cornhole. Simply toss the bean bag and shoot your shot by making it though the hoop and the hole! Great tailgating for men, women, teens and kids! Experience outdoor action like never before with our top-tier cornhole board set. TOOL FREE SETUP: This hassle-free design means more time playing and less time preparing, making it ideal for spontaneous fun at parties, tailgates, or family gatherings. GAME SET INCLUDES: 2 Boards, 4 Blue Bean Bags, 4 Red Bean Bags. 1 Carry Case. FAMILY GAME: Indoor & outdoor play. Tailgating, beach, party, yard fun. Games for men, women, teens & kids.

Blue Orange Games

This reading and matching game introduces young learners to a variety of wildlife and domesticated animals…and increases their interest in learning about the animal kingdom.

Arcane Wonders

Buffet Boss delivers up a delicious mix of light strategy and dexterity in this stacking game for the whole family. In Buffet Boss, pick your food from the buffet and gain points by stacking food onto your plate. But beware – the food with the tastiest point values are also the hardest to stack!

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In Spot it!, there is only one common symbol between two cards. Be the first to spot the match to win!

This Bluey edition comes with a special tin box and symbols inspired by iconic characters and elements from the beloved TV show.

Doughlicious

Make the holiday season sweeter with the first-ever Doughlicious Countdown Calendar! Each of the 12 doors hides a handcrafted Cookie Dough & Gelato Bite; soft, chewy cookie dough wrapped around creamy artisan gelato, finished with a festive crumb. With classics like Chocolate Chip and Salted Caramel, plus limited-edition treats like Gingerbread and Peppermint Bark, every bite is gluten-free, portion-controlled, and made with 100% British oats. A festive treat to savor, one day at a time!

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Regardless of who you are shopping for, offline activities are a great option. If you’re looking for additional ideas, check out the guide to family games and gifts for older kids and adults!

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