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CAT Digger by Kettler Why settle for a regular ride-on toy when you could get this mini, functioning excavator? Kids will freak out about the 360-degree rotating seat and professional-looking levers. The five-wheel base gives it stability, and the fact that kids have to push themselves, as opposed to a motor, makes it safer for little kids. BUY NOW $110.00 Giant Giraffe by Melissa & Doug No one needs a massive stuffed giraffe but damn, do we want one. This giant four foot tall one is a statement piece, like an Eames chair or a Chanel bag. It serves no...

And while sheets, blankets, and pillows are the no-frills foundation of any fort, a true aficionado knows that a fort-building kit takes things to the next level. After all, when they’re in forts, kids rule their kingdoms, defend them against marauders arriving in the form of annoying younger siblings, or, simply, just climb inside them to get a break from their parents. ADVERTISEMENT Sure, forts can serve as life-sized booby traps, as any irritated adult tripping over one can attest, but fort building also encourages open-ended imaginative play, letting children make up their own stories and worlds. Forts give kids...

How else are you supposed to get around during a power outage, find stuff in the attic, or tell ghost stories to your kids? But finding the best flashlight for camping, games, or everyday use isn’t easy — there are a range of LED flashlights, tactical flashlights, and headlamps to choose from based on your specific needs, ADVERTISEMENT When choosing a flashlight, get one with a rechargeable battery. Pay attention to whether it’s water-resistant or not, especially if you’re using it during hikes or campouts, and how heavy it is, for obvious reasons. In terms of how much light a...

And while sheets, blankets, and pillows are the no-frills foundation of any fort, a true aficionado knows that a fort-building kit takes things to the next level. After all, when they’re in forts, kids rule their kingdoms, defend them against marauders arriving in the form of annoying younger siblings, or, simply, just climb inside them to get a break from their parents. Sure, forts can serve as life-sized booby traps, as any irritated adult tripping over one can attest, but fort building also encourages open-ended imaginative play, letting children make up their own stories and worlds. Forts give kids a...