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The Best Birthday Gifts for Kids Ages 1-18
I've had the idea for this post for — I'm not kidding — four years. I just wished there was a place that you could go when you needed a gift for a child of any age and get a recommendation. I don't want a hundred recommendations, I just want just a few really good […]
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May 22, 2024
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2021 Gift Guide: For Kids
1. Bear Shearling Backpack (similar) $16 They've got a lot to carry! After you've ditched the diaper bag, get your kids something cute (and cuddly!) to tote around their own water, snacks, and coloring books. 2. Village Play Mat $76 They're already in their own little world. This mat is a perfect play land for […]
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November 2, 2021
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Kids' Gift Guide 2020
Last year, we got our girls this train set and it's been the highlight of their days since setting up the tree in the dining room. I hope it's always one of those things that brings back Christmas memories. I'm sure there are lots of "sweet spots" when your kids are growing up, but I feel […]
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December 3, 2020
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2019 CLJ Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Kids
We are starting into an interesting chapter of our lives where our oldest is becoming less interested in the toy aisle and asked for a water bottle and a video camera for Christmas (what?!). Our youngest is most happy with books and simple toys and our five year old will take one of everything, please! […]
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November 29, 2019
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2018 CLJ GIFT GUIDE: GIFTS FOR KIDS
1. Sled Legs, wearable sleds so they can run and slide down the hill on their knees. First of all--it's about time! $48 2. Not available. Here is a similar sherpa jacket! (on sale for $22!) 3. Kid plates are really a present for you disguised as a present for them--this one suctions to just about anything […]
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December 3, 2018
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CLJ Gift Guide: 15 Gifts for Kids!
1. A well-built tandem sled with waterproof cushions, because they just don't make them like they used to. $249 2. Plus-Plus bricks that will keep their tiny hands busy building for hours (I know first hand). $19 3. MiP, the toy robot, who has an inquisitive and responsive personality, navigates his surroundings, follow hand […]
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November 26, 2017
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CLJ Gift Guide: 18 Gifts for Babies
What do you get a baby for Christmas? Sure, they won't remember either way, but one's first Christmas should be celebrated with at least one painfully slow unwrapping session (or a speedy one if siblings are helping!) Here are a few ideas: 1. Duck Boot Crib Shoes because anything miniature because they are a winter […]
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November 22, 2017
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CLJ Gift Guides: Gifts for Kids
There's probably been one thing that your child (or niece or nephew or grandchild, etc) has been asking for (for Greta, it's this robot kitty--since she's allergic to real kitties) but there is nothing better than seeing a child's face on Christmas morning when you produce the most unexpected, best presents they'll love forever. Here […]
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November 25, 2016
