Holiday gifts for kids that inspire the imagination

Posted by Johan on Monday, December 12, 2011

Imaginative or make-believe play is very important for kids' development -- and it's fun, too. We've rounded up six holiday gift ideas that will encourage and inspire your child's imagination.

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'50s Diner

Take the play kitchen to the next level with this classic retro diner. The play diner features an oven, grill, fryer and sink. Plus, there's a jukebox that plays tunes from the 1950s. The diner also includes dozens of accessories. Available at Sears .

50's diner Christmas gift 

Puppet Theater

This Step2 Puppet Theater encourages make-believe play. Your kids will love making their own puppet shows and putting on other performances. Available at Walmart .

 

puppet theater Christmas gift 

Make-your-own puppets

Of course you can make simple sock puppets at home with old socks and buttons. However, you can also create hundreds of different creatures with this Melissa & Doug puppet kit and its multiple interchangeable parts. Available at FAO Schwarz .

 make your own puppets Christmas gift

Modern dollhouse

This eco-friendly modern dollhouse by Wonderworld will be a favorite in your family for years. This cool house features faux red brick and plenty of windows. Dolls are sold separately. Available at FAO Schwarz .

 modern dollhouse Christmas gift

Fortamajig Connectables

Kids can built elaborate forts with these colorful and durable nylon ripstop panels. Each pack of Fortamajig Connectables comes with six multi-colored 33 inch squares and two rectangles that are 58 inches long, both of which have extra loops for expandability. Available at Fat Brain Toys .

 Fortamajig Connectables

Fireman costume set

He'll love dressing up in this adorable firefighter's costume for make-believe play. This costume is easy to put on and take off for independent play. Available at Pottery Barn Kids .

fireman costume set Christmas gift 

Check out the SheKnows Parenting Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide >>

More about imaginative play

Why you should support imaginary play
Ways to incorporate learning into play

Why children need to play more

13 Dec, 2011


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