The Parenting Center’s 2022 Holiday Toy Guide is here

STHS Communication Department, commdept@stph.org

Don’t look now, but Christmas is coming, which means it’s time for early birds to start looking for the perfect presents to bring joy to the faces of the all little ones in your life.

As you make your list (and check it twice!), the elves at the St. Tammany Parenting Center have come up with a list of their own to help you find safe and age-appropriate gifts for all the kids on your list. Find them below, along with a few time-tested tips for choosing the perfect toy.

Here’s wishing you a joyous holiday season, from our St. Tammany Health System family to yours!

***Gifting tips for kids***

**Consider the brand**. There are so many choices today, but the tried and true brands will stand the test of time and typically produce sturdy products with warranties if needed. Classics like Fisher-Price and Little Tykes have well-tested products and excellent customer service departments. Melissa and Doug wooden toys are fan favorites with grandparents. And brands like Green Toys and Baby Einstein produce reputable products children love!

**Consider age and developmental level**. Most toys have an age guideline on the package that can assist you when trying to select a toy that will grow with a child. Remember that these numbers are only a guide. For very young children consider buying “up” a bit for a toy that can be opened and played with at a later time. With a sea of presents from family and friends at Christmas time, having a few toys stashed away for the hot summer months is helpful.

**Consider gifting experiences**. Older children are often the hardest age group to buy for. By age nine or 10, it can seem as though our homes are overflowing with discarded trinkets and toys. Consider gifting your time. Gift cards for a date to the nail salon, ice cream parlor, arcade or movie theater are a special treat. Also consider membership options to the zoo, children’s museum or aquarium. All are lovely gifts that will create lasting memories for years to come.

1. Baby Einstein Sea Dreams Soother Musical Crib Toy and Sound Machine, Newborns Plus

2. Fisher-Price Little People Toddler School Bus Push Toy with Lights Sounds and Smart Stages Learning Content, 4 Toy Figures

3. iPlay, iLearn Bouncy Pals Cow Hopping Horse, Outdoor Ride on Bouncy Animal Play Toys, Inflatable Hopper Plush Covered with Pump, Birthday Gift for 18 Months 2 3 4 5 Year Old Kids Toddlers Boys Girls

4. Little Tikes Cozy Coupe Dinosaur – Amazon Exclusive

5. Little Tikes Snug 'n Secure Pink Swing with Adjustable Straps, 2-in-1 for Baby and Toddlers Ages 9 Months - 4 Years

6. Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Playhouse with Lights, Sounds and Smart Stages Educational Content, Baby to Toddler Learning Toy, Smart Learning Home

7. Melissa & Doug Let's Play House Dust! Sweep! Mop! 6 Piece Pretend Play Set

8. Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Magical Lights Fishbowl

9. Silicone Rainbow Stacker Puzzle, 10PCS Rainbow Stacking Toy with Clouds, Creative Stacking Rainbow Nesting Building Blocks and BPA-Free Teether, Montessori Educational Gifts for Baby Toddler Kids

10. Springflower Wooden Toddler Jigsaw Puzzle Gift Toy for 1 2 3 Years Old Boys and Girls,6 Pack Animal Shape Montessori Toy for Infant,Toddler Sensory Toy,Fine Motor Skill Early Learning Educational Gift

11. RenFox Musical Mats Keyboard Piano Play Mat Dance Floor Music Mat Animal Blanket Carpet Playmat Early Educational Toys for Kids Baby Toddlers Boy Girl(53.2x23.6 in)

1. Born Toys Premium 16pcs Costume Dress up Set for Kids Ages 3-7 Fireman,Police Costume, and Doctor All Sets are Washable and Have Accessories

2. Little Tikes Shop 'N Learn Smart Checkout, 31.75 L x 13.75 W x 40.00 H Inches

3. First Doll Stroller for Kids (Pink Quilted)

4. Eezy Peezy Monkey Bars Climbing Tower - Active Outdoor Fun for Kids Ages 3 to 8 Years Old, Green/Blue

5. Play-Doh Ice Cream Truck Playset, Pretend Play Toy for Kids 3 Years and Up with 20 Tools, 5 Modeling Compound Colors, Over 250 Possible Combinations

6. Magnetic Blocks Magnet Toys for Toddlers Toys, Building Preschool Outdoor Travel Sensory Toys for STEM Learning & Education, Gifts Toys for 3 4 5 6 7 8 Year Old Kids Boys Girls (30PCS)

7. Crayola Color Wonder Scented Stampers for Kids, No Mess Markers, Gift

8. Construction Toys with Play Mat, Engineering Vehicles Set Include 6 Construction Trucks, 4 Road Signs, 14" x 18" Playmat, Pull Back Car Toys, Toys for 3 4 5 Year Old Boys Toddle Kid

9. University Games UNV01214 Kids On Stage Charades Game

11. Do A Dot Art! Brilliant Colors 6 Pack Washable Paint Dot Markers Daubers for Children, The Original Dot Art Marker

12. Disney Princess Secret Styles Palace Fashion Collection (Target Exclusive)

1. New Stomp Rocket Dueling Stomp Racers, 2 Toy Car Launchers and 2 Air Powered Cars with Ramp and Finish Line. Great for Outdoor and Indoor Play, STEM Gifts for Boys and Girls -Ages 5, 6, 7,8,9,10,11,12

2. Rainbow Loom MEGA Combo Set, Features 7000+ Colorful Rubber Bands, 2 step-by-step Bracelet Instructions, Organizer Case, Great Gift for Kids 7+ to Promote Fine Motor Skills

3. Barbie Dreamhouse (3.75-ft) 3-Story Dollhouse Playset with Pool & Slide, Party Room, Elevator, Puppy Play Area, Customizable Lights & Sounds, 75+ Pieces, Gift for 3 to 7 Year Olds,

4. 40 Inch 700lb 2 Kids Weight Capacity Flying Saucer Tree Swing - Heavy Duty Disk Swing with Straps, Adjustable Ropes, Handles and Pillow - Large Round Tree Swing for Kids Outdoor- Swing Gift for Kids

5. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Mega Gemstone Dig Kit – Dig Up 15 Real Gems, STEM Science & Educational Toys make Great Kids Activities

6. EzyRoller Classic Ride On - Lime Green

7. The Big Book of Silly Jokes for Kids Paperback – August 27, 2019

8. Lulu Jr. Illustory Book Making Kit, Multicolor

9. Karaoke Microphone for Kids Singing,Milerong 5 in 1 Wireless Bluetooth Microphone with LED Lights Karaoke Machine Portable Mic Speaker Player Recorder for Home Party Birthday (Pink)

10. LEGO Creator 3in1 Race Car Transporter 31113 Building Kit; Makes a Great Gift for Kids Who Love Fun Toys and Creative Building,

11. LEGO Friends Doggy Day Care 41691 Building Kit; Birthday Gift for Kids, Comes with 2 Mini-Dolls and 2 Toy Dog Figures, New 2021 (221 Pieces)

12. Fat Brain Toys The Ultimate Classic Family Game Collection Games for Ages 6 to 10

1. STEM Projects for Kids Age 8-12, Science Kits for Boys, Solar Robot Space Toys Gifts for 8-14 Year Old Teen Boys Girls, 120Pcs Building Experiments Robots for Teenage Ages 9 10 11 12.

2. Art 101 Doodle and Color 142 Pc Art Set in a Wood Carrying Case, Includes 24 Premium Colored Pencils, A variety of coloring and painting mediums: crayons, oil pastels, watercolors; Portable Art Studio

3. Hover-1 Ultra Electric Self-Balancing Hoverboard Scooter

4. Gorock Giant Tumble Tower, Stacking Timber with Scoreboard | Dice | Carrying Bag, 56 PCS Wooden Block Building Game for Kids Adults Family(Stacks Up to 4.2 FT)

5. LEGO Minecraft The Ice Castle 21186 Building Toy Set for Kids, Boys, and Girls Ages 8+; Includes a Royal Warrior, yeti, 2 Skeletons and 2 Zombies; Fun Gaming Gift (499 Pieces)

6. Hapinest String Art Craft Kit Gifts for Tween Girls Ages 10 11 12 Years Old and Up | Makes 3 Designs - Unicorn, Cat, and Flower

7. Amazon Gift Card

8. Walkie Talkies for Kids 22 Channel 2 Way Radio 3 Miles Long Range Handheld Walkie Talkies Durable Toy Best Birthday Gifts for 6 Year Old Boys and Girls fit Adventure Game Camping (Green Camo 1)

9. Play22 Kids Adjustable Basketball Hoop Height 5 - 7 FT - Portable Basketball Hoop for Kids Teenagers Youth and Adults With Stand & Backboard Wheels Fillable Base - Basketball Goals Indoor Outdoor Play

10. Taco vs Burrito - The Wildly Popular Surprisingly Strategic Card Game Created by a 7 Year Old - A Perfect Family-Friendly Party Game for Kids, Teens & Adults

11. The Lego Ideas Book: Unlock Your Imagination Hardcover

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