Best holiday gifts...for kids
A rabbit rocker, a snowball blaster, and more
Rabbit Rocker
Built by a Swedish toy company, this bunny is “way cooler than a basic rocking horse.” Made of lacquered wood, with leather ears.
$188, smallable.com
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Tegu Blocks Pocket Pouch Set
The magnets embedded in Tegu’s wood blocks let young engineers “create some pretty neat constructions.” Various sets are available, now including beautifully tinted blocks, and even some with magnetic wheels.
$32, tegu.com
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Air Swimmers Flying Shark
“Arguably the most innovative holiday toy this year.” Inflate this shark with helium (not included) and your new pal will prowl from room to room via remote control.
$50, toysrus.com
Source: OnMilwaukee.com
Zike Hot Shot
This “scooter hybrid” operates with two foot pedals, like a cross between a bicycle and an elliptical trainer. Made for ages 5 to 9.
$179, amazon.com
Source: Houston Chronicle
Wham-O Arctic Force Snowball Blaster
The “AK-47” of snowball-launch devices. With no moving parts beyond its simple slingshot mechanism, this elegant weapon should be “the king of this winter’s snow-based skirmishes.”
$47, amazon.com
Source: Financial Times
Dining Table Ping-Pong
“Table tennis takes on new meaning” with this portable kit, whose retro case contains paddles, a net, and a pair of steel posts whose clamps work with most any table.
$25, giggle.com
Source: Woman’s Day
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