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Got a toddler who’s obsessed with planets and dinosaurs, or a school-age kid who’s passionate about arts and crafts? Fan their love for learning with the right tools and toys. We’ve listed the best gifts for children who love arts and sciences, pretend play, and everything about animals.
AMAZED BY THE FARM, SAFARI, AND SEA ANIMALS
1. Joan Miro First Puzzle - On the Farm: Have you been playing the Old McDonald song on loop for days now? Turn all those singing into a learning activity with this farm puzzle set that will enhance your child’s analytical skills.
2. Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Pets Safari Mystery Bag: Combine arts and science with this animal paint set. It comes with a scrub brush and two washable markers. Kids 3 and up will definitely enjoy putting colors on the figurine.
3. Melissa and Doug Water Wow Safari: Just add water—that’s the magic of this coloring book that features vibrant scenes in the safari. It comes with a chunky water pen that’s perfect for toddlers who are still trying to improve their grip.
DEFINITELY INTO DINOSAURS
1. Joan Miro Fossils Excavation Kit - Triceratops: Raise a paleontologist with this fossil excavation set. The sand provides sensory play while the digging and the brushing will teach your child the concept of patience and perseverance.
2. Hungry Hippo PH Dinosaur Paradise Set: Keep your little one busy for hours with an all-dino play. This sulit set comes with a hard case for storage, 19 pcs mid size dinosaurs, 12 pcs big dinosaurs, and 21 pcs accessories.
3. Science Can Mesozoic Dinosaur Fossil Dig Kit: Spur early love for science with this fossil dig kit. Truly a fun and educational find!
IN LOVE WITH ARTS AND CRAFTS
1. Hands to Create Knitting and Sewing Activity Kit: Finding a way to introduce craft to your child? Awaken their interest with knitting and sewing with this activity set that contains 10 wools in 5 different colors, safety knitting needles, kit to make picture frames, kit to make pencil pen or felt tip pen wallet, kit to make notepad holder, safety needles for easy use, knitting nancy and a detailed instruction sheet.
2. DrawnBy Monster Mash Washable Silicone Coloring Mat with Marker Set: Do you need to entertain your child during a long trip or you just crave some quiet moment at home? This coloring set will make your toddler sit still and dabble with art.
3. Crafty Kids Rainbow DIY Pillow: This will definitely boost creativity your little one's creativity as they design their own pillow.
MORE TIME FOR PRETEND PLAY
1. Melissa and Doug Birthday Cake - Wooden Play Food: Do you have a pastry chef in the making? Encourage cafe play with this wooden birthday cake toy. Mix icing and toppings, slice cakes and sprinkle them with jelly beans, while singing the classic birthday song. Sounds like a lot of fun!
2. Udeas Pretend Play Tool Box: Allow your little builder to be busy "fixing" things at home using their cute little tool box, which is perfect for kids 3 and up.
3. Le Sheng Nurse Pretend Play Costume: Now that your child's aware about how important nurses are in our community, they sure want to try being one. Get them this nurse costume and see their eyes light up in excitement!
CURIOUS ABOUT THE SOLAR SYSTEM
1. Lil Bear Finds Build your Own Solar System Kit: Give your child something tangible as they learn about a complex idea that is the solar system. Let them make planets with this kit that includes: 1 Set of 3D Solar System Plastic Planets, 1 Center Hanging Structure, 1 Paint Strip Brush, and an Instruction sheet.
2. Q Toys Solar System Puzzle: Let this be their introduction to space and the planets. It even teaches kids the distance between the planets and the sun.
3. Science Can Solar System Planetary Electronic Projector: Make the galaxy part of your kid's bedroom by sliding the disks onto a projector. There are even explanations about the planet.
Eager to take the next step in helping your child in his or her current interest? Check out art, dance, and other classes in Edamama Explore. Who knows, you might find a class for yourself too, mama!
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