Get ready to spark excitement leading up to your child's special day with our Birthday 10 Days Countdown Calendar Play Set! This engaging and interactive calendar helps children mark the days until their birthday, creating anticipation and joy as they uncover a new surprise each day. It's a wonderful way for young ones to learn about patience and the concept of time, all while celebrating their upcoming celebration. Join the countdown and make every day leading up to their birthday a memorable experience!
Marvel Countdown Calendar Adventure!
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Marvel 12-Day Countdown Calendar is a delightful way for kids to engage with their favorite superheroes while honing their counting skills. Each day unveils a unique Funko Pocket Pop! featuring beloved characters like Groot and Spider-Man, making it an exciting countdown to any holiday or special occasion. As they open each tiny door, children not only build anticipation but also practice fine motor skills and foster creativity through imaginative play with their new collectibles. We believe this calendar is perfect for sparking joy and learning simultaneously, truly making it an essential addition to your family’s festive celebrations! 5+ years
Develops skills:
counting skills, fine motor skills, creativity, imaginative play, anticipation building
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Marvel Countdown Calendar Adventure! features 12 Funko Pocket Pops, turning each day into a thrilling opportunity for kids to practice counting while collecting their favorite superheroes.
My Little Pony Snow Party Advent Calendar
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The My Little Pony: A New Generation Movie Snow Party Countdown Advent Calendar is a delightful way to celebrate the holiday season! With 25 gem-shaped doors waiting to be opened, your child will embark on a daily adventure that fosters anticipation and excitement. Each mini pony figure, including favorites like Sunny Starscout and the Mane 5, supports imaginative play, helping children develop storytelling skills and creativity. Plus, the fun of discovering pets and stickers alongside the ponies encourages fine motor skills and reinforces the joy of surprise—perfect for winter bonding moments. 3+ years
Develops skills:
imaginative play, fine motor skills, storytelling, creativity, anticipation
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My Little Pony Snow Party Advent Calendar features 25 gem-shaped doors that transform the countdown to the holidays into a delightful adventure of discovery and creativity.
Play-Doh Countdown Calendar Fun
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Play-Doh Countdown Calendar for Kids 3+ inspires creativity and anticipation as kids eagerly count down the days to their next big event! Each day reveals surprise arts and crafts activities, keeping little hands busy while enhancing fine motor skills and imaginative play. With 14 days of excitement, 26 unique tools, and a rainbow of 17 colors—including festive confetti—this countdown calendar is not just fun; it’s a wonderful way to engage our children in creative expression and teamwork. As parents, we can cherish these moments of joy and learning together! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, imaginative play, creativity, teamwork, anticipation, problem solving
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Play-Doh Countdown Calendar Fun reveals surprise arts and crafts activities each day, turning countdowns into colorful adventures that spark creativity and family bonding.
George's Party Countdown Calendar Fun
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George's Party Countdown Calendar brings a world of excitement to the days leading up to special events! As fellow parents and educators, we understand how impactful countdowns can be in teaching our little ones about anticipation and patience. With 24 surprises, each day reveals a new toy or sticker, encouraging imaginative play while enhancing fine motor skills and creativity. Bursting with fun figures and dino-themed accessories, it's a delightful way to engage in shared moments that spark joy and learning! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, anticipation, patience, imaginative play
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George's Party Countdown Calendar offers 24 surprises that turn waiting into a fun daily adventure, making learning about patience a delightful experience for our little ones.
Polly Pocket Gingerbread House Advent Fun
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The Polly Pocket Doll Advent Calendar brings 24 days of excitement and discovery right to your holiday celebrations! Each day reveals a delightful surprise, enhancing creativity and imaginative play as kids design their very own gingerbread house. This engaging playset promotes fine motor skills and cognitive development while nurturing a sense of anticipation and joy during the festive season. Ideal for kids who cherish the magic of presents and imaginative storytelling, this toy is sure to make the countdown to the holidays unforgettable. 4+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, imaginative play, cognitive development, anticipation
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Polly Pocket Gingerbread House Advent Fun brings 24 delightful surprises that spark creativity and make counting down to the holidays a joy-filled adventure.
Unlock Joy with Squishmallows Advent Calendar
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Squishmallows Original 24-Day Micromallows Holiday Advent Calendar is the perfect companion for your child's holiday season! This charming set combines the thrill of daily surprises with the joy of imaginative play. Each adorable 2.5” Micromallow encourages creativity, conversation, and fine motor skills as little hands explore and share their soft treasures. Beyond just fun, this Advent Calendar fosters anticipation and counting, making the countdown to Christmas an engaging learning experience for young minds. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, imagination, counting, social skills, creativity, anticipation
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Unlock Joy with Squishmallows Advent Calendar features 24 delightful Micromallows that spark creativity and conversation while making the countdown to Christmas a fun learning experience.
Science Adventure: Countdown with STEM!
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The Thames & Kosmos Science Advent Calendar is the perfect way for families to celebrate the winter holiday season while diving into the incredible worlds of chemistry, biology, and physics! Each of the 24 daily experiments is designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for learning, making science both accessible and fun. We enjoy watching our kids conduct simple experiments that not only engage their minds but also build critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Plus, most of the materials are common household items—because who knew science could be so easy to incorporate into our festive traditions? 8+ years
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critical thinking, problem solving, curiosity, scientific reasoning, hands-on learning, teamwork
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Science Adventure: Countdown with STEM! includes 24 daily experiments that turn the holiday season into a fun lab, making learning feel like a festive celebration.
Countdown with Bart: Funko Advent Calendar
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Funko Advent Calendar: Bart Simpsons 13 Day Countdown is not just a delightful way to count down to Christmas, but it's also an amazing opportunity for creative play and collectible fun! Each day, your child will unveil a unique vinyl mini figure that ignites their imagination and encourages storytelling. As educators and parents, we know that incorporating play into learning not only boosts fine motor skills but also nurtures a love for collecting and sharing. This festive treasure trove serves as a unifying experience for the family, marking each day with excitement and memories to cherish together! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, imaginative play, storytelling, collecting, holiday traditions
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Countdown with Bart: Funko Advent Calendar features 13 unique vinyl mini figures, turning the holiday countdown into a daily adventure that sparks creativity and family bonding.
Magical Frozen Adventure Countdown Calendar
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Mattel Disney Frozen Toys, Anna & Elsa Small Doll Advent Calendar with 2 Friend Figures, Moldable Sand & 24 Play Pieces is a delightful way for our little ones to count down to the holidays! Each day reveals a new surprise, fostering excitement and anticipation while enhancing fine motor skills through play. The interactive elements with characters Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and Sven encourage imaginative storytelling and social play, all while sparking creativity with moldable sand. This enchanting set not only cultivates sensory exploration but also allows children to engage in a magical winter wonderland of their own making! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, imaginative play, social skills, sensory exploration, creativity
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Magical Frozen Adventure Countdown Calendar includes 24 play pieces that spark daily excitement and creativity, turning the countdown to the holidays into a journey of imaginative storytelling.
Despicable Me Mega Battle Countdown Fun!
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Minions Despicable Me 4 - Mega Battle Countdown Calendar is the perfect way for our little ones to blend play with learning! This delightful countdown calendar not only offers ten days of surprise Mini Minion figures, but also ignites curiosity and excitement as children explore their favorite characters. Each 2-inch figure encourages imaginative play, boosts fine motor skills as kids carefully open windows, and enhances counting and anticipation. With expressively posed figures, kids can engage in storytelling, nurturing their creativity while they build their collection! 5-10 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, counting, imaginative play, storytelling, anticipation, creativity
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Despicable Me Mega Battle Countdown Fun! reveals ten days of surprise Mini Minion figures, making counting exciting while sparking imaginative adventures for our little ones.
LEGO Friends Advent Calendar 2024 Fun
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The LEGO Friends Advent Calendar 2024 is a delightful countdown filled with festive surprises for kids ages 6 and up. Each day, children will discover a mini build or character that sparks creativity and storytelling, enhancing their social-emotional skills as they explore memories with Paisley and Olly. This engaging set not only encourages imaginative play but also fosters fine motor skills through building activities like the fun snow catapult! It's an ideal holiday gift that combines excitement with education, making every day in December a little brighter and more meaningful. 6+ years
Develops skills:
creative storytelling, fine motor skills, social-emotional development, imaginative play, problem solving
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LEGO Friends Advent Calendar 2024 Fun is packed with daily mini builds, turning December into a month-long adventure that enhances creativity while counting down to the holidays.
Elf on the Shelf Spin & Soar Countdown
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The Elf on the Shelf Spin & Soar Christmas Countdown is a delightful way to engage our little ones in the magic of the holiday season! This interactive advent calendar invites children aged 3 and above to explore creativity and problem-solving as they mix and match 12 charming Scout Elf mini-figures, vehicles, and whimsical accessories. With each passing day, kids will develop fine motor skills and imaginative play through setting up their racing scenes, turning anticipation into joyful learning. Plus, the excitement of discovering surprises each day makes learning fun and festive, bridging playtime with the spirit of Christmas! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, problem solving, creativity, imaginative play, counting, anticipation
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Elf on the Shelf Spin & Soar Countdown features 12 charming mini-figures that enhance creativity and problem-solving skills through festive, daily surprises—all while counting down to Christmas!
Glow-in-the-Dark Science Advent Calendar
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The Blue Marble Glow In The Dark Advent Calendar 2025 transforms the countdown to Christmas into a delightful learning experience for kids. Each day reveals a new science activity or collectible animal figure, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and hands-on exploration without screens. Parents and children alike will enjoy building STEM skills while making cherished holiday memories together. 5+ years
Develops skills:
curiosity, creativity, scientific exploration, fine motor skills, problem solving, holiday awareness
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Glow-in-the-Dark Science Advent Calendar features a new science activity each day, turning the festive countdown into a fun-filled learning adventure that lights up holiday traditions.
Countdown to Fun with DC Super Friends
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Fisher-Price Imaginext DC Super Friends Advent Calendar brings the magic of Christmas into your home while fostering creativity and learning! Each day from December 1-24, your little ones can uncover their favorite heroes and accessories, encouraging imaginative play and storytelling as they create their own superhero adventures. This exciting set not only develops fine motor skills through the manipulation of the figures but also promotes social interaction as kids enact scenes together. By Christmas Day, their collection will be a fantastic foundation for endless play, making it a delightful educational experience for both kids and parents alike. 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, social interaction, storytelling, imaginative play
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Countdown to Fun with DC Super Friends includes 24 magical surprises that spark creativity and social play, turning every day into a superhero adventure leading up to Christmas.
Countdown to Adventure with Dinosaurs!
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Fisher-Price Imaginext Jurassic World Advent Calendar brings the thrill of the prehistoric world to your child’s holiday season! Every day from December 1 to 24, kids can unveil a new surprise toy, sparking their imagination and encouraging storytelling through dinosaur adventures and heroic feats. With 25 engaging pieces— including dinosaurs, poseable characters, and cool accessories—your little ones will not only develop their creativity but also improve their motor skills as they role-play and build narratives. This advent calendar is more than just a countdown; it’s an opportunity for preschoolers to dive into a world where they can learn, play, and explore the wonders of their imagination! 3+ years
Develops skills:
creativity, fine motor skills, storytelling, imaginative play, narrative building
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Countdown to Adventure with Dinosaurs! features 25 engaging pieces that turn holiday anticipation into a daily journey of creative exploration and dinosaur adventures.
Celebrate with Countdown to Christmas Advent!
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Melissa & Doug Countdown to Christmas Wooden Advent Calendar brings the joy of the holiday season right into your home! With a charming magnetic tree and 24 delightful ornaments, children can develop their fine motor skills as they carefully place each piece, enhancing hand-eye coordination along the way. The included holiday poem invites family discussions and creates a beautiful ritual that fosters connection and literacy skills. It's not just a countdown; it's an interactive experience that kids aged 3 to 10 will cherish year after year! 3-10 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, literacy skills, imaginative play, family communication, holiday traditions
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Celebrate with Countdown to Christmas Advent features 24 delightful ornaments, making every day a new opportunity for kids to explore creativity while building fond family memories.
National Geographic Rock Collection Advent Calendar
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National Geographic Rock Collection Advent Calendar 2025 is the perfect blend of holiday excitement and educational exploration! Each day leading up to Christmas, our children can unwrap a new gemstone, mineral, or fossil, allowing them to build a fascinating rock collection that ignites curiosity and encourages hands-on learning. With this delightful countdown, we’re not only fostering an appreciation for Earth science but also honing their observational skills with a magnifying glass. Plus, the final day reveals a stunning Rose Quartz specimen hidden in a mini dig—can you imagine the thrill of excavation? This advent calendar makes learning an adventurous journey! 6+ years
Develops skills:
observational skills, fine motor skills, geological knowledge, critical thinking, patience
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National Geographic Rock Collection Advent Calendar contains a daily surprise of gemstones and fossils that turns the holiday season into a hands-on geology adventure—excitement and learning wrapped in one!
PLAYMOBIL Advent Calendar: Christmas Market Magic
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PLAYMOBIL Advent Calendar: Trip to the Christmas Market is the perfect festive adventure for our little ones! Each day unveils a delightful surprise that sparks imagination and storytelling creativity, whether it’s a charming ice skating rink or beautifully decorated Christmas tree. We love how this calendar encourages fine motor skills and social play as children role-play with adorable figures and market treats. It’s a wonderful way to countdown to Christmas while developing important cognitive skills and forging a love for imaginative play! 4+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, imaginative play, social skills, storytelling, cognitive development
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PLAYMOBIL Advent Calendar: Christmas Market Magic features delightful surprises each day, making the countdown to Christmas both fun and a fantastic exercise in creativity and social interaction.
Advent Calendar Puzzle Surprises
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Christmas Animals Advent Calendar 24 Surprise Jigsaw Puzzles is the perfect way to countdown to Christmas while boosting your child's cognitive skills! Each day, your little ones can unwrap and assemble a unique 50-piece jigsaw puzzle featuring adorable holiday animals, enhancing their problem-solving and fine motor skills. This engaging activity nurtures patience and concentration, turning waiting for Christmas into a fun learning experience. We love how it encourages teamwork and sharing when kids work together to complete each festive puzzle! 4+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, problem solving, cognitive skills, teamwork, patience, concentration
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Advent Calendar Puzzle Surprises includes 24 unique jigsaw puzzles that turn the countdown to Christmas into a delightful and educational bonding experience for kids.
Countdown to Christmas with Puzzles!
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RoseArt Holiday Advent Calendar Jigsaw Puzzle is the perfect way to make the days leading up to Christmas not just exciting, but also educational! Each day, children can look forward to piecing together unique 5" x 5" puzzles, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and hand-eye coordination with every charming design. These jigsaw puzzles are crafted from recycled materials and printed with eco-friendly inks, showing a commitment to sustainability while we build joyful traditions together. What better way to blend family time and learning in a festive atmosphere? 5-12 years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, problem solving, hand-eye coordination, spatial reasoning, teamwork
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Countdown to Christmas with Puzzles! features unique 5" x 5" jigsaw puzzles that transform the holiday wait into a fun learning experience, built on critical thinking and family bonding.
Magical Minis Harry Potter Advent Adventure
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Wizarding World Harry Potter Magical Minis Advent Calendar 2023 transforms the countdown to Christmas into an enchanting journey of imagination and creativity! As we unwrap each surprise daily, our little ones can explore storytelling, role-play, and fine motor skills through the magical world of Hogwarts. With beloved characters like Harry, Hermione, and Ron, plus accessories that inspire endless play scenarios, this advent calendar is a wonderful way to foster creativity and critical thinking. Let’s make this holiday season not just about waiting for Santa, but about engaging in magical learning experiences together! 6+ years
Develops skills:
role-play, storytelling, fine motor skills, creativity, critical thinking
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Magical Minis Harry Potter Advent Adventure includes beloved characters and accessories that inspire endless imaginative play, transforming waiting for Christmas into a magical learning journey.
Countdown to Fun with Princess Adventures
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Mattel Disney Princess Doll Advent Calendar is the perfect way to bring joy and excitement to the holiday season! With 24 delightful surprises, including three beloved princesses and their charming animal friends, children will engage in imaginative play that nurtures creativity and storytelling skills. Each day offers a new piece to inspire them, from removable outfits to whimsical accessories that encourage fine motor development and social play. As parents, we cherish toys that not only delight our little ones but also spark their imagination and learning. Let's create magical holiday memories together! 3+ years
Develops skills:
imaginative play, fine motor skills, social play, storytelling, creativity
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Countdown to Fun with Princess Adventures includes 24 delightful surprises that spark creativity and storytelling, making every day a magical learning experience during the holiday season.
Fisher-Price Little People Advent Adventure
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Fisher-Price Little People Barbie Toddler Toy Advent Calendar Playset transforms the countdown to Christmas into an enchanting experience for little ones! With 24 delightful figures and pieces, this playset encourages imaginative storytelling and helps strengthen fine motor skills as toddlers explore and create their own festive scenes. Each day brings a new surprise, fostering anticipation and excitement while boosting cognitive and creative development. Perfect for those charming playtime moments together, it's a gift that grows their skills while they enjoy the magic of the season! 18 months - 5 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, imaginative storytelling, cognitive development, anticipation, creativity
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Fisher-Price Little People Advent Adventure includes 24 delightful figures and pieces, making every day a new chance for storytelling and festive creativity that warms our hearts.
Marvel's Bitty Countdown Calendar Magic
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Funko Pop! Bitty Countdown Calendar: Marvel Comics brings the universe of our favorite superheroes right to our fingertips! As fellow parents and educators, we know that engaging collectibles can spark creativity and imaginative play in children. These detailed 0.9-inch figures are not just for collecting; they inspire storytelling and enhance fine motor skills as little hands explore and display each piece. Perfect for Marvel enthusiasts of all ages, these captivating collectibles make learning about teamwork, character traits, and narrative development thrilling and fun! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, imaginative play, storytelling, character recognition, teamwork
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Marvel's Bitty Countdown Calendar Magic features 24 detailed 0.9-inch figures that inspire imaginative storytelling and help little hands build fine motor skills through play.
Paw-some Hanukkah Countdown Puzzles
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Mudpuppy Happy Hanukkah! – 8 Days of Puzzles is a delightful way to engage our little ones in the joy of the holiday while building essential skills. Each night, kids will discover a new mini 48-piece puzzle featuring adorable puppies celebrating Hanukkah traditions, from lighting the menorah to spinning dreidels. Not only does this countdown set provide a daily surprise, but it also encourages problem-solving, fine motor skills, and patience. Plus, the vibrant illustrations foster creativity and a love for learning, making it an ideal choice for enriching family time during this special season. 4-8 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, problem solving, patience, creativity, spatial reasoning
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Paw-some Hanukkah Countdown Puzzles includes eight mini 48-piece puzzles featuring adorable puppies, making each night a fun way for kids to celebrate traditions while honing essential skills.
Enchanting LEGO Harry Potter Countdown Calendar
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LEGO Harry Potter 2022 Advent Calendar is more than just a countdown to Christmas; it's a magical journey that sparks creativity and storytelling for kids aged 7 and up. With each of the 24 surprise doors, our young wizards and witches unwrap iconic characters and scenes from the beloved Harry Potter films, fostering imaginative play. As they build, they'll be honing fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork when playing with friends or family. This festive treat not only brightens the holiday season but also serves as a springboard for continuous learning and adventure throughout the year! 7+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, problem solving, teamwork, creativity, imaginative play, storytelling
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Enchanting LEGO Harry Potter Countdown Calendar includes 24 surprise doors that unleash magical buildable moments, making holiday anticipation an exciting journey of creativity and learning.
Thomas & Friends Celebration Train Set
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The Thomas & Friends Toy Trains Gift Set Thomas’ 7 Days of Surprises is an exciting unboxing adventure for kids aged 3 and older! Each day of the week reveals a new diecast vehicle decorated in vibrant celebration colors, turning everyday play into a festive countdown. With vehicles like Thomas, Percy, and even Carly the Crane, this set not only encourages imaginative play but also helps strengthen fine motor skills as little ones engage in push-along train fun. It’s a wonderful way to combine excitement, discovery, and learning in the timeless world of Thomas & Friends! 3+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, imaginative play, anticipation, problem solving, counting
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Thomas & Friends Celebration Train Set features seven vibrant diecast vehicles, transforming playtime into a festive adventure that cleverly encourages counting and fine motor skills development.
Engaging Magnetic Calendar for Kids
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The Melissa & Doug My First Daily Magnetic Calendar is an exciting tool designed to help our little ones understand time and the world around them. With this interactive calendar, preschoolers can explore the days of the week, track the weather, and celebrate special events, all while developing essential communication skills. It's not just about knowing the date; it encourages emotional literacy as kids express how they feel about each day. Perfect for ages 3 to 6, this calendar offers a screen-free, hands-on activity that fosters anticipation and understanding of daily routines! 3-6 years
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communication skills, emotional literacy, time awareness, weather tracking, routine understanding
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Engaging Magnetic Calendar for Kids helps little ones track the weather and special events, turning learning about time into a fun daily ritual that sparks excitement and understanding.
Paw-some Christmas Puzzle Countdown
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Mudpuppy Ho Ho Howl! brings a festive twist to learning with its delightful 12 Days of Puzzles. Each day leading up to Christmas reveals an adorable 48-piece mini puzzle featuring playful puppies celebrating classic holiday traditions, sparking creativity and joy in kids. Not only do these puzzles foster fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities, but they also encourage family bonding as everyone can gather around to help piece together the festive scenes. We can’t wait for our little ones to discover the joy of puzzles while counting down to the big day! 4-8 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, problem solving, creativity, family bonding, spatial reasoning
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Paw-some Christmas Puzzle Countdown features 12 delightful mini puzzles, making every day leading up to Christmas a fun-filled family adventure that builds skills while celebrating the season.
LEGO Friends Advent Calendar Fun!
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LEGO Friends 2023 Advent Calendar 41758 is the perfect way for our kids to count down to Christmas with creativity and joy! Packed with 24 delightful surprises, it not only sparks imagination but also enhances storytelling and fine motor skills as they build and play with mini-dolls and adorable pets. Watching our little ones assemble a festive pet playground while engaging in role-play activities fosters social skills and boosts confidence. This gift is more than just a countdown; it's an engaging experience that can inspire countless adventures throughout December and beyond! 6+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, storytelling, imaginative play, social skills, confidence building, problem solving
Why we love it:
LEGO Friends Advent Calendar Fun! includes 24 delightful surprises that not only spark creativity but also turns the countdown to Christmas into a magical storytelling adventure.