Top 7 Classic Gifts for Kids This Christmas

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The best gifts aren’t always the trendiest – they’re the ones that stand the test of time. Classic toys are classic for a reason: they inspire creativity, are educational, and spark imagination. These timeless treasures are perfect for Christmas when you’re just not sure what to get that special child in your life!

Here is the top 7!

1. Lego
2. Play-Doh
3. Walkie Talkies
4. Board Games
5. Plushies
6. Puzzles
7. Arts & Crafts

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1.Lego

Educational, hand eye coorination, spatical abilities, fine motor skills and more – Lego comes in more sets than ever. From themed packs and colour changing figures to your classic building blocks. I recommend choosing a set with basic blocks to start with, before expanding with all the additional themed sets. Choose a small set with less pieces for a younger child, and larger sets for an older child. With a variety of prices, number to pieces and various themes to suit your needs, Lego remains a popular choice.

Choose Duplo for kids under 5 and Lego sets for around 6 years and up.

Find them at: Staples, Walmart, Amazon, Toys R Us, Mastermind toys, Shoppers drug mart, Canadian Tire, Home Sense, Winners, Chapters, and in some smaller specialty shops.

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2.Play-Doh

This ever popular classic tactile toy helps children learn through play, develop fine motor skills and expand their imagination. There are many themed sets, letter and number sets, glitter play-doh and basic sets – enough for everyone to find something the child would like.

Find them at: Amazon, Toys R Us, Walmart, Staples, Real Canadian superstore, Loblaws, Chapters, Home Sense, Winners, Canadian Tire, Shoppers drug mart, Rexall and The Bay

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3.Walkie talkies

For the siblings or close neighbourhood besties, walkie talkies are a fun classic gift you can’t go wrong with. Choose from a set of 2,3 or 4 which meets most families needs. Over!

Find it at: Amazon

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4.Board Games

Board games have been a staple for generations, offering something for every age and interest. Classics like Monopoly, Operation, and Kerplunk remain popular, while modern versions feature themes from movies, TV shows, and more. They’re perfect for family bonding, fostering critical thinking, and encouraging teamwork, making them an ideal gift for the holidays.

Find them at: Amazon, Toys R Us, Canadian Tire, Staples, Mastermind Toys, Walmart, The Bay, Loblaws, Real Canadian Superstore, Entertainment Ink, Calendar Club, Home sense, Winners and Chapters.

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5.Puzzles

A classic for young and old alike, puzzles help with spatial abilities, hand-eye coordination, logical thinking, memory and imagination to name a few. You can find themed puzzles, 3D puzzles, or even create your own custom puzzle using a picture you send or bring to your local printing company. Choose small puzzles for younger children and more pieces for older children.

Find them at: Amazon, Walmart, Staples, Toys R Us, The Bay, Mastermind toys, Chapters, and more.

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6.Plushies

You can’t go wrong with a soft cuddly plush. Popular ones are Super Mario, Squishmallows, T.Y whereas classic plushies also remain popular. Cuddle up, sleep with it, pretend with them or use them as a pillow – every kid loves a plushie! You can even find light up ones and ones that sing on Amazon.

Find them at: Chapters, Walmart, Toys R Us, Amazon, Loblaws, Home sense, Winners, Mastermind toys, Tag along toys, Toys on Fire, Showcase, The Bay, Game Stop, Shoppers drug mart and more.

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7.Arts and Crafts

Every child can benefit from arts and crafts kits! There are numerous benefits and a large variety of options to suit everybody’s budget. From doodle boards, water marbling, friendship bracelet makers, rock painting kits and more, the options are limitless.

Find them at: Michaels, Walmart, Amazon, Dollarama, Staples and Canadian Tire.

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