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Best Gifts for Preschoolers

If you need a great gift for a preschooler in your life, you are going to appreciate this list! It is filled with fun ways to engage preschoolers while encouraging them to learn via play. From games to building kits, these are some of my favorite gift ideas for the 2019 gifting season.

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Challenge preschoolers with this engaging brain train. Kids will be sorting shapes and practicing their sequencing skills with this train learning tool by Smart Games. Find it from Fat Brain Toys and retailers like Walmart for about $30.



Toddlers will love adding a realistic element to dramatic play with this recycling truck by Green Toys. This is so much fun for kids and it introduces the idea of recycling as a part of daily life. The truck is super durable for curious hands. Get one online or at select retailers for about $30.



This Sizzling Smart BBQ from Leapfrog gives kids a chance to cook out anytime they want! Including 8 play foods to keep the fun sizzling, this interactive toy keeps toddlers learning colors, shapes and more. Add one to the Christmas list and cook up a smile with your favorite toddler. Retailing at $40, get it from select nationwide retailers or online.



Send your favorite preschoolers on high seas learning adventure with some engaging Vtech friends. The Treasure Seekers Pirate Ship gives toddlers a chance to develop and improve fine and gross motor skills while having an adventure fit for any thrill seeking pirate! Find it from select retailers like Target, Walmart and Amazon for under $35.



If you want to find the perfect gift for a preschooler that loves unicorns, Myla the Magical Unicorn by Vtech is the perfect option. She lights up, changes colors and sings to the delight of preschool girls. Find Myla at select retailers like Walmart, Kohl's and Buy Buy Baby for under $60.



Give your preschooler a chance to enjoy their tablet time and favorite music at a kid safe volume with Buddy Phones. These are comfortable, wireless, and ideal for the long car trips that often occur during the holidays. Starting at $50, these are a gift the entire family will appreciate and that can be used in daily life, including at school.



The PBS Kids VR Viewer makes for a fun way to make more out of time with mom or dads phone. This VR viewer holds the average smartphone to give preschoolers a virtual reality viewing experience. This retails for about $10 and can be found at Walmart.



Give kids a really friendly introduction to a classic game with Story Time Chess. With large friendly pieces, this revolutionary approach to chess makes it simple to teach kids as young as three the art of the game. Find this must get game online for $50 for fun that keeps going well past the holidays.



Send your preschooler on a learning voyage without ever leaving the house with this World Village Ireland Play Set Kids will love exploring a new culture in a hands on method with this play set. Retailing at under $60 this is a perfect option for curious kids this holiday season. Order from the Whole Wide World website.



Give curious kids a chance to explore the whole wide world with this Happy World interactive map. It gives kids a chance to dive into geography with a map they can write on or stick some reusable stickers on. Buy it online at the Whole Wide World website for under $20 this holiday season for a learning experience that they will keep coming back to.



Give kids who love to build a chance to imagine and design their own creations with Brackitz.
This is a building kit for kids that combines math, science and hands on fun to create a recipe for fun that kids 3 and up won't be able to get enough of. This is my favorite STEM option for preschoolers this year. Order it online from the Brackitz site for about  $60. Come back to visit again once our holiday giveaways kick off for your chance to win one.

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Squishy Eye Sensory Bag

Squishy, silly, sensory play with a spooky feel just in time for Halloween!


We love sensory play! Bins, bag and sensory activities are always a hit with my kids!

I made this easy but oh so fun  spooky eyes sensory bag for Harper. It is perfect for Halloween and can be used in several ways. 

This bag makes a great stress reliever for little hands. Kids feel stress too, and squishing this bag helps them to relieve some of it. But, this spooky eye sensory bag is also a fun way to practice sorting skills.

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Supplies:
Hair gel
Zipper seal bag
Googly Eyes


Squeeze about 1/4 cup of hair gel into a zipper seal bag.


Seal the bag.
If your child has a tendency to use rough hands or is a toddler, you might want to reinforce the sides of the bag with duct tape.



Invite your child to squish, squeeze and sort the spooky eyes sensory bag!



You might also like these  sensory activities.
Unicorn Fine Motor Play is a whimsical way to engage the senses.

20+ Funko Pop Figures for Collectors

Funko Pop figures are so much fun! I love to see all of the awesome renditions of famous people and characters that they come up with!

Last month a friend of mine had 2 custom made for his engagement and I am in awe of how cute they turned out! Ever since I saw them, I have been obsessed with them! While checking them out on amazon I rounded up 20 of my favorites to share with you. If you to love them, or are shopping for a gift for a collector, you are going to get a kick out of this list!

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Deadpool- Bob Ross Funko Pop
Buddy from Elf
Ron Swanson from Parks and Recreation
The Dragon from Game of Thrones
Marvel Venom
Gizmo from Gremlins
Pickle Rick from Rick and Morty
Slash from Guns n Roses
Rainbow Brite and Twink
The Grinch
Ed Sheeran 
Dumbledore
James Bond
Flying Rocket
Cousin Eddie from Christmas Vacation
Steve with Sunglasses from Stranger Things
Krampus 
Sub Zero from Mortal Kombat
Jon Snow from Game of Thrones
Skeletor in Battle Armor from Masters of the Universe

Cousin Eddie is my favorite! How fun is that? I can't wait to hear about your favorite from this list, or a special Funko Pop in your collection!

I have so many fun shopping guides on site! You might want to check out a few others like:

15+ Unicorn Gifts for TeensStar Wars Gift Ideas

Unicorn Fine Motor Bin

Little hands will love this fun threading bin! It is a great fine motor exercise that kids will be magically enchanted with!

unicorn sensory bin

Harper and I love to make and play with bins. They are perfect for an afterschool activity for her, and she is always curious about what she might find in one of our bins. This was a really easy bin that I put together literally from our junk drawer. 

We had a bunch of Ikea straws from a recent binge visit and a few sections of ribbon. I ran across these leftover party favor unicorns and knew immediately what we would do with these goodies. In case you don't have all these things at home, this post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase I will earn a small commission from the advertiser.


Supplies:
Straws; I used soda and milkshake straws in assorted colors to offer variety.
I used 4 straws of each color
Ribbon; 12” length; add several strands.
A plastic bin with a clip on lid




Instructions:
Cut your straws by color in assorted lengths
As you cut the straws add it to the plastic bin to layer the colors



Tie a knot one on end of the ribbons. Depending upon the width of your ribbon you may want to add
several knots so that the straws will not slip off


unicorn sensory bin

Add a few unicorn figurines for fun



With supervision, allow your child to explore the texture and colors of the straws in the bin and thread
them onto the ribbon.

unicorn fine motor activity


This was a fun fine motor activity for Harp with an added touch of unicorn fun. She happily threaded straws most of the afternoon!


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6 Yummy Cookie Recipes


I am watching what I eat so all I can think about is... cookies!  While this is semi-torturous for me, it is good for you. My sudden obsession  interest in cookies inspired me to check out some of the great links submitted to the Tell Me About It Tuesday linky party hosted right here on Sweet Silly Sara and compile a small roundup of mouth watering temptation- cookie style.



Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough Bars from Bakewell Junction have me tempted to bake now and use the elliptical for an extra hour tomorrow.



A while ago I made something yummy and easy that I have been dreaming about...Donut Balls.



Bitz and Giggles made these Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites just to make me drool. I am sure of it.


Homemade Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies... hmmm almonds have protein... so that makes these health food right?


This Peanut Butter Chocolate Ice Cream Sandwiches recipe from A Few Shortcuts is dairy and gluten free.




Unicorn Poop Cookies? If the name didn't draw you in, maybe the knowledge that this recipe comes from the coolest blog ever {Kids Activities Blog} will.



When you are dieting, what do you crave? I can't wait to hear from you. If you are one of those lucky people that never diet, tell me your secret ;)

15+ Unicorn Gifts for Teens

If you need a great gift for a teen girl who LOVES unicorns, this is the gift guide for you!
Almost all girls love unicorns, they are funtastic! Picking a unicorn gift for a teen girl is a sure way to give her a big smile as she unwraps her gift this holiday season! This list has things to wear, things to make and functional gifts that mix in a lot of fun! 




In addition, unicorn lapel pins are also a good gift for girls, they are widely used and can be kept secure on a canvas bag, a hat and a sweater. If the stock unicorn pins aren't unique enough for you, you can also opt to get a unicorn-theme custom lapel pin you want on GS-JJ. They offer a free design page with a variety of templates and symbols to choose from. Customized gifts can fully express your heart and their finished products that make you feel that the wait is worth it. Your lovely girl will love this special gift.

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Unicorn Makeup Brushes
Unicorn Leggings
Unicorn Tablet Stand
Unicorn Print Hoodie
Snuggly Unicorn Hooded Blanket
Unicorn Robe
Unicorn Slippers
Unicorn Bedding Set
Unicorn Journal
Unicorn Donut Socks
Unicorn Light Up Marquee Sign
Unicorn Adult Coloring Book
Unicorn Car Decal
Crossbody Unicorn Purse
Unicorn Zippered Clutch
Yarn Unicorn Kit

Which of these unicorn gifts seem like the best idea for a teen girl you know and love this Christmas? I would love to hear which one you would buy first!

The Best Gifts For Tweens That Are Under $50

Shopping for the tweens on my list was super easy and affordable this year, and no one is getting crap gifts for the win! Check out these ideas for a fun-tastic holiday for all the youngins on your list.



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1. SPEECH BREAKER Game
This is such a fun game to play with friends OR family if mom and dad insist on game night. Speech Breaker puts you live on the scene to report without using some specific words. To make it even harder, the microphone gives your voice a delay, which can really complicate the message. Retailing at under $20 this new game from Hasbro is going to bring a lot of laughter to the holiday season. Find it at major retailers or at The Hasbro Toy Shop.



2. MONOPOLY: FORTNITE EDITION GAME
Fortnite is hot, and Monopoly is always in style, so combining the two is simply genius! In this edition of MONOPOLY, inspired by the popular Fortnite video game, players will have to claim locations, battle opponents, and avoid the “Storm” to survive. Choose a character and pick from 27 awesome outfits, buy iconic Fortnite locations, pick up loot chest cards, and earn Health points, and more. Priced at under $20, this is the version of Monopoly to get for the tweens on your list this year. Find it at major retailers or at the Hasbro Toy Shop.



3. Lil Gadgets Headphones
Any tween can appreciate a great quality of sound for favorite songs and catching up on a must read audio book. Lil Gadgets makes great headphones for growing heads that provide a comfy fit and great sound. Parents will appreciate this thoughtful gift too, as they might be spared from a little musical noise. Lil Gadgets headphones retail for $17-$49 for a gift that will be used long after the holidays have passed.



4. Three Letter Monogrammed Cuff
The gift of something monogrammed is a gift from the heart. I love these three letter monogrammed cuffs. They are on sale at this time for under $40, and they are simple and elegant. I love the rose gold finish and may be a little jelly of the lucky girl on my list that scored this as her gift this year. Find this lovely cuff at Shutterfly



5. YOU*NIVERSE Fizzing Unicorn Dig

Well, this one is so much fun. I mean, what tween can resit digging in fizzy unicorn poop?! Dig in the colorful doo-doo to reveal pretty gemstones. This is ideal for a snow day science experiment for any kid, of any age. Retailing at Walmart for under $13, you can get one or yourself too, because hello, unicorn poop!!



6. It's So Me! Paint Your Own Unicorns
Every girl likes a good art project, and this paint your own unicorn kit from It's so Me! Is bound to bring an afternoon of creative release for a special tween. Retailing at under $13, this is a great gift that won't break the bank but will bring a colorful and creative outlet for a sweet tween on our shopping list. Find these kits at select retailers like amazon and Target.



7. Christmas Stocking of Goodies
Everyone, tweens included; loves a treat! This stocking of gourmet goodies contains tasty treats like truffles, s'mores pretzels and candy canes to name a few of the goodies inside. The stocking retails at under $30 and will satisfy a sweet tooth this holiday season for any tween on your shopping list. This is favorite item for tweens I don't know too well, but still want to treat. Find it at GourmetGiftBaskets.com

15+ Unicorn Gifts for Girls

If you are looking for the perfect gift for a special girl in your life this holiday season, you are in the right place. I have found 15+ Unicorn Gifts for Girls that are sure to bring a smile to any little girl's face on Christmas morning. From cute hats with scarves to twinkly toys, this list has something for every girl.

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unicorn gifts




Unicorn Hat with Scarf and Pockets
Unicorn Dress for Girls
Unicorn Pajamas
Unicorn Bike Helmet
Unicorn Jacket
Unicorn Night Light
Giant Stuffed Unicorn
I Love Unicorns Craft Kit
Camelbak Unicorn Water Bottle
Unicorn Backpack
Unicorn Earbuds
Unicorn Umbrella
Fingerlings Unicorn
Ty Unicorn Beanie
Unicorn Space Hopper Inflatable Toy
Furreal StarLily Magical Plush Pet
VTech Twinkle the Magic Unicorn

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