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    Christmas list ideas

    Published: Dec 20, 2019 · Modified: Dec 31, 2019 by Kerri Jablonski · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    A pile of Christmas presents on wood background.Welcome to our Holiday Gift Guide! We're excited to have some of our favorites* all in one place for you!

    We have included some of our affiliate links for your ordering convenience. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Please know that prices and availability of everything in this guide is subject to change.

    If you’d like to have your product included in our Holiday Gift Guide, please email contactme@iamthemaven.com!

    *we have not personally tried all of the products featured.

    Keep checking back as we update this list with more of the best Christmas gift ideas!

     

    Gift ideas for Kids

    Wondering what's on the kid's Christmas wish list? Check out these fun ideas for lots of interests and ages. We have this fun selection of stocking stuffers, toys, and more!

    fire hd 10 kids editionAmazon Fire HD 10 Kids Edition The all new Fire HD 10 Kids Edition is the next generation of Amazon’s largest and fastest kids tablet. It includes a Fire HD 10 tablet, up to 12 hours of mixed use battery life, and fast and easy charging with USB-C. It also comes with a year of Amazon FreeTime Unlimited, a kid-proof case, and a 2-year worry-free guarantee, plus award-winning FreeTime parental controls that encourage learning before play, and give parents the ability to set educational goals and screen time limits by content type, including innovative features like Learn First and Bedtime. Available at Amazon. Kindle Kids EditionKindle Kids Edition
    Kindle Kids Edition is a first-ever dedicated reading experience built just for kids ages 7 and up. It includes the latest Kindle (with a battery that lasts weeks, not days), a kid-friendly case, 2-year worry-free guarantee, and access to over a thousand premium e-books with Amazon FreeTime Unlimited. FreeTime Unlimited includes popular chapter books like Island of the Blue Dolphins, Bridge to Terabithia, The Boxcar Children, the complete Harry Potter series, and more, plus a selection of Spanish language titles and, coming soon, Audible books. Kindle Kids Edition also comes with features that encourage kids to build their skills as they go, including:

    • Achievement Badges that reward kids as they make progress towards pre-defined goals
    • Word Wise which automatically offers short and simple definitions above difficult word
    • Vocabulary Builder which helps kids review and learn the more difficult words they’ve looked up while reading

    The Kindle Kids Edition is available on Amazon.

    wish me zoonicornWish Me Zoonicorn Zoonicorn plushies originated from a unique idea for a children's story that soon flourished into a limitless dreamland of mythical creatures who create an environment in which social and emotional learning are the main themes. Zoonicorns, Valeo, Aliel, Promithea and Ene are part unicorn, part zebras, with magical wishing horns. Kiss the nose of your Zoonicorn, watch their horn light up and make a wish!

    Through collaborative problem-solving, Zoonicorns promote and empower children to be more confident which will better equip them with critical thinking and decision making skills. Children between the ages of two through six have an active imagination, which may result in the creation of childhood fears. Zoonicorns are perfect playmates for this age group! They are soft, cuddly plushies in bright colors; which make soothing sounds used four touch points to help relieve stress and anxiety.

    Zoonicorns are immune to the let-downs of life, always greeting your child with a happy face; providing comfort when needed. They will never bend or dent and can be dependable, helpful companions for your child as he/she grows and matures.

    Wish Me Zoonicorn plush toys are available in retailers such as Target, Meijer, Walmart, Cracker Barrel and Amazon

    Mochi Mochi bear is your child’s first coding kit
    Using songs, sounds, dance, music, and words, Mochi will navigate your child through endless adventures as they explore the world.
    dino smashers

    DINO-Smashers Series 3 - 8 Pack

    It's time to go back to the land before time… with Smashers Series 3 DINO! Explore the Jurassic world of the wackiest Dinosaurs you'll ever meet. Smash open the NEW Smash Egg to find what's crawling inside with over 100+ dinosaur characters to collect! Smash your dino smashers on the ground, to the wall or anywhere you can think and start building your Smashers collection today! The smashing will never end! Ages 4+, SRP $9.99. Available at Walmart, Amazon and Target. See Dino -Smashers in Action

    zuru mini brands5 Surprise Series 2

    1,2,3,4,5…What's inside your NEW 5 Surprise? Unwrap, peel, and reveal these cool capsules and find 5 surprise toys inside every one! What five toys will you unbox? Series 2 capsules combine the excitement of unboxing with the thrill of all new collectable toys! Each capsule contains five segments sealed for a big reveal. Every segment contains a different surprise from a massive range of over 200 NEW toys in Series 2! Blue capsules feature sticky slime suckers, gross monsters, glowing figures, and transforming creatures! Pink capsules feature lots of unicorn magic, sequin sparkles, funky stationery, cute pets and lots of accessories! Can you find the super rare LED chasers in both ranges?! Over 100 NEW toys to find! Ages 4+, SRP $5.99. Available at Walmart and Amazon.

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    Our favorite American Girl Gift Ideas

    There's no question we love American Girl around here, so we're giving them a little bit of a spotlight. I'm swooning over the Nutcracker theme this year and Julie's pinball machine is amazing! I love how American Girl encourages my children to play together.

     

    American Girl Nutcracker collection

    The Nutcracker Collection

    Girls can recreate the magical story of this timeless holiday favorite with the limited edition Truly Me™Nutcracker Collection, completely imagined for American Girl. Each outfit is individually numbered.

    Nutcracker Snow Queen Outfit  SRP:  Sold out online at americangirl.com, may be available at American Girl Retail stores. No more than 10,000 created worldwide.

    This limited-edition ballet outfit is inspired by the magical story of the Snow Queen in the Nutcracker. It features a white velveteen leotard with silver sparkle trim, sequins and rhinestone accents; a tutu with four layers of glittering and solid tulle; a faceted silver metal tiara and metal snowflake wand with rhinestones; silver foil print ballet slippers with real ribbon ties; and a pair of soft white knit tights. The outfit comes with an illustrated, limited-edition collectible card of the Snow Queen’s story.

    Nutcracker Prince & Clara Outfit Set  Sold out online at americangirl.com, may be available at American Girl retail stores. No more than 5,000 created worldwide. 

    Girls can continue playing out the Nutcracker ballet with this limited-edition Nutcracker Prince and Clara outfit set. The Clara-inspired outfit includes a beautiful foil printed white cotton nightgown, with soft blue satin trim and matching ribbon bow at the  waist, plus a blue headband and fancy ballet slippers.

    The Nutcracker Prince outfit features a red velvet hat with gold trim and embroidery and a faux black leather bill; a red velvet jacket with faux leather trim and belt and golden fringe and embroidery details; and riding pants and faux leather boots.

    The outfit comes with two illustrated, limited-edition cards, with Clara and the Nutcracker Prince’s stories on the back, and a doll-sized Nutcracker replica with a mouth that opens and closes.

    The Nutcracker Collection is available in limited quantities in store and online.

    Julie's Fireplace - American Girl
    Julie's FireplaceThere’s no fireplace for Santa to come down to in the new apartment that Julie moves to after her parents’ divorce, so her mom gets a faux fireplace instead! Includes:

    • A traditional printed cardboard fireplace, including a faux fire and hooks on the mantle to hang stockings
    • A hand-painted real ceramic Christmas tree that really lights up!
    • Two red felt stockings with Julie’s name embroidered on the front of one and her sister Tracy’s on the other
    • A real ceramic plate with a printed holly decoration to hold two gingerbread cookies for Santa to munch on
    • A glass of milk for Santa to drink
    • A note card to place by the milk and cookies for Santa
    • Two Christmas cards, one from Julie’s best friend, Ivy, and the other from Julie’s aunt
    • A letter to Santa from Julie with her Christmas list
    • All food items are pretend

     

    Julie’s Pinball Machine SRP: $150 | 8+ years | Available at americangirl.com and American Girl retail stores nationwide. 

    Pinball arcades were incredibly popular in the 1970s and Julie’s doll-sized version works just like the actual game. The Flip Side pinball machine features flashing lights, a digital scorekeeper, a plunger to launch the metal ball, buttons to control the flipper arms on either side, bumpers, and realistic machine sounds. It’s made of real metal and wood.

    Smart Girls’ Guide™ Kits SRP: $45 each | 8+ years | Available at americangirl.com.

    Growing up is tricky business and every girl has days when sorting it all out leaves her feeling out of sorts. Help is on the way with American Girl’s new Smart Girls’ Guide Kits designed for girls ages 10 and up. Consumers can select from six prepackaged kits based on the most popular advice books in the brand’s award-winning series: Worry; Friendship Troubles; Sports & Fitness; Digital World; Cooking; and Liking Herself. In addition to the book, each kit also comes with corresponding accessories, including a journal, friendship bracelets, and cozy socks, plus a choice of one of six mini dolls dressed in an exclusive American Girl T-shirt.

    Each of the Smart Girl’s Guide advice books are also sold separately for $12.99 and are available at americangirl.com, at American Girl stores, and at retail and online booksellers nationwide.

    Christmas list ideas for adults

    Being an adult doesn't mean you don't need presents. I'm a gadget person, so from car toys to kitchen appliances, it's easy for me to find gift ideas for adults. Bring on the tech!

    drinkmate
     Drinkmate is the ONLY carbonation beverage maker that allows you to carbonate ANY BEVERAGE quickly and easily.  You can directly add tasty fizz to water, juices, iced tea or coffee, energy drinks, wine, cocktails, and even flat soda or beer.  What will you sparkle next? Unleash your creativity in crafting healthy, delicious drinks.
    Mophie We are huge fans of Mophie. From their 3-in-1 charging pad for Apple accessories, to the power banks, battery cases and more, I haven't met a Mophie product I didn't like. Mophie has a wide range of accessories to make your tech life better..
    MealthyMultipotMealthy Multipot Make meals in minutes with the Mealthy MultiPot. The MultiPot has everything you need in one beautiful and convenient appliance: pressure cooker, slow cooker, steamer, rice cooker, yogurt maker, sauté pan, and much more! The Mealthy MultiPot is 100% BPA-Free and made of the highest quality materials including professional-grade SUS304 stainless steel and brilliant LCD screen. power airfryerPower XL Airfryer The PowerXL Air Fryer Pro is a full multi-cooker that gives you all the crisp, juicy, delicious, healthier benefits of air frying with an added rotisserie and dehydrator. Just choose from 8 One-Touch Pre-Set Buttons to air fry extra crispy chicken fingers; air-fry rotisserie for savory pork roast, mouthwatering turkey breast, or authentic kebabs; and you can even use the dehydrator to make healthy dehydrated vegetables, herbs, fruit, and more—with no added sugar. Your food cooks on both the top and the bottom for that great crispy-fried taste and texture—without all the fat and calories!
    jumpsmart car jumper JumpSmart is there when you need it for an emergency. This single unit combines a 37000 mWh jump starter, 330 Lumen flashlight and a power bank in one device! The JumpSmart is powerful enough to jump start 8-cylinder, 5.0L engines (up to 2.0L Diesel) and even works with most cars, trucks, SUV’s, boats, motorcycles, lawn mowers, ATV’s, and more! The Smart Jumper Cables have 10 built-in safety features with audible alarms and visual safety indicator lights to warn of any improper connection. The flashlight has a 495ft reach and features 4-modes: high, low, SOS, and strobe. The power bank charges your USB devices, including phones and tablets fast with the patented SmartSpeed Technology at 2.4A output. Use it at home and take it on-the-road to help ensure peace of mind everywhere you go! $119.99 www.limitlessinnovations.com Your Product Here $XXXShort review blurb
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    Kerri Jablonski is a Seattle Mom Blogger. She lives with her 3 kids (2008, 2010, 2013), her husband and cats. Two of her children have Autism. Kerri enjoys cooking, travel, movies and spending time with her family.

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