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Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors.
1.APhoto Creator instant print camerafor taking photos and selfies that instantly prints to thermal paper.
Add effects to the pics and even decorate them when they’re done.
So much better than posting to the Gram!
2.Abean bag toss game for kidsto develop the most important hand-to-eye-skills necessary for backyard good times.
Folds up for storage and easy portability (like indoors).
This thing is amazing.
So we are interacting, he is entertained, and not tugging on my leg every few seconds.
I’m pretty happy with this purchase."
Jose Martinez
Get it from Amazon for$11.99+(available in four styles).
4.AnLCD writing tabletthat’ll encourage little Einsteins to practice their numbers and letters.
Added bonus: They might even consider trading their iPad for this cool gadget.
5.A classicBop It!
Parents, you’ll be playing this one when the kids are napping.
10.A 2-in-1wooden dinosaur puzzle and stacking toyfor developing some of that oh-so-important hand-to-eye coordination.
It also comes with a storage bag (these Montessori toys think of everything).
11.Awooden robot-building craft kitbecause it comes with five different models for your child to assemble.
Each model has unique features and functions to keep your little one entertained after their hard work is done.
Precut and slotted wooden boards make assembly easy for your crafty kiddos.
It also comes with four ground stakes, so this magical beast won’t get knocked over.
Comes with two solid wood panels, six balls, and a carry bag.
19.A 75-pieceBlack+Decker kids' workbenchto make tool time as fun (and safe) as possible.
Young construction enthusiasts can even build their own tool caddy with the included parts.
Also great at parties, just like 007!
Instead, kids will build dishwasher-safe bouquets that look as pretty as a flower no matter the season.
Promising review:“My grandson loved this.
He is 3 and loves to build and loves anything to do with gardens and yards.
He played with it for hours!
Very easy to interlink and when they are finished playing it all goes in the carry case.”
alison Colburn
Get it from Amazon for$21.95+(available in two colors).
23.AMake Your Own Puffy Stickers setsbecause remember how cool puffy stickers were?
Well, they’re still cool but now your kids can color and create their own!
Promising review:“This is a great craft for my 7-year-old to do on her own!
It’s quick, easy to use and gives her hours of fun.
So much that I ordered another one.
I love how this craft kit is something she can do with no help.
Coop
Get it from Amazon for$16.49.
25.Amarble run setthat provides endless possibilities to build creative structures all while developing their problem-solving skills.
They’ll be ~ah-mazed~ at the results when the marbles roll through the mazes they create.
Includes three functioning cars, paints, stickers, and no extra tools needed.
This will keep budding artists busy coloring the cute pets, scrubbing them, and coloring all over again.
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