Colorado Parent - November 2026

GIFT GUIDE

T he holidays are here, and so is the hunt for the perfect present! Whether you’re shopping for a curious toddler, a hard-to-impress teen, or the grown-up who seems to have everything, we’ve rounded up gifts sure to bring a little extra joy to the season. From toys that inspire hours of play to cozy comforts and clever finds, there’s something for everyone on your list.

Baby & Toddler

Youth

Melissa & Doug Wooden Building Blocks Set

A rite of passage for most chil- dren, these 100 wooden build- ing blocks include nine shapes in a mix of red, blue, yellow, and

green. Ages 2 and up. melissaanddoug.com

Oombee Cube This shape sorter is perfect for on-the-go play and sensory and puzzle learning. The food-grade sil- icone shapes are soft, squishy, and safely tethered to the corners of the sturdy plastic cube, so no more hunting for lost pieces! Ages 10 months and up. fatbraintoys.com

Kidwill Rechargeable Bubble Machine

American Girl Doll of the Year 2026: Raquel Reyes Set against the backdrop of sunny beaches and frozen treats, this year’s American Girl Doll of the Year is all about family and finding your place. Ages 6 and up. americangirl.com

We all know how much little ones love bubbles, but con- stantly blowing bubbles can get tiring fast. This bubble machine lets parents sit back and enjoy the magic, too. Ages 3 and up. amazon.com

Zip String Try out the world’s first

string-launching web shoot- er. Launch, fly, and retract a glowing loop of string! With a one-size-fits-all strap, inter- changeable strings, and no batteries required, it’s non- stop web shooting fun. Ages 4 and up with help, 8 and up without help. zipstring.com

Jellycat Bashful Bunny For a comforting, snuggly compan- ion they’ll love, look no further than Jellycat’s adorable stuffed animals. In several sizes and loads of colors, this cuddly companion is perfect for bed- time, at the park, on a commute, and at daycare. Suitable for all ages. us.jellycat.com

Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes Musical Toy This musical player introduces classical music to babies and toddlers, with mesmerizing flashing lights that pulse along with the beat. With two volume settings, this toy is just chirpy enough to stimulate tots and babies without driving caregivers batty in the process. Ages 3 and up. walmart.com

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