I’m not sure who’s more into Christmas, me or the kids. I mean sure, they get all excited about those toys and gifts, but Christmastime leaves me starry-eyed too. This time of year reminds me of my own childhood and how I would dream about finally getting that longed for Cabbage Patch Doll with long, brown hair, or that pair of bright red lace up roller skates just like the super cool sixth-grader down the block. Nowadays I get to watch my own kids dream about finding a real live pony under the tree (uh, no) or a trip to Disneyland (soon I hope). They like to dream big!
We can’t make it to Disneyland yet, but the kids are just as happy with a visit to our local Mastermind Toys store. They can spend an entire afternoon here, where dreaming and touching and exploring are not only allowed, they’re encouraged. Actually, it’s something we all look forward to – not just the kids!
This year, we’ve partnered with Mastermind Toys to bring you some tips for how to pick the perfect gift for your big dreamer!
1. Browse the Mastermind Toys Holiday Gift Guide to find the very best toys, games, and books to make your kids’ big dreams come true. The guide is available in store and online and organized by kids’ ages and interests to make it easy to find just the right gift for everyone on your list.
2. When your Mastermind Toys Gift Guide catalogue arrives in the mail, give the kids a marker and set them loose to circle everything they find interesting. Not only will you get lots of gift ideas to work with, but you’ll also get an hour of quiet time while they go through it. It’s a win-win!
3. If you prefer online shopping, then Mastermind Toys’ new Gift Finder tool is perfect for you. You can filter your search by age, category, budget, and more. Online shopping is so convenient for busy parents, and for even more time savings, you can have your gift professionally wrapped and sent with a personalized tag (for an extra fee). Nothing could be easier!4. Look for quality toys that will stand the test of time. I love that Mastermind Toys buyers do the footwork for me by scouring the globe to select only the best toys that kids will want to play with over and over again. No worries about disposable toys here!
5. If you’re lucky enough to live near one of the 59 Mastermind Toys stores located across Canada, drop in and consult with one of their friendly Toy Experts. Mastermind Toys’ knowledgeable staff have a “gift” for suggesting just the right gift ideas for everyone on my list! They have suggestions for kids of any age, stage, and interest. Plus, you’ll get free festive gift-wrapping with a signature curly bow when you shop in store. Find your nearest store here.
So what are my kids dreaming about? We looked through Mastermind Toys’ Holiday Gift Guide to find their most wished-for toys.
Tee is dreaming of this LEGO Star Wars BB-8. Her favourite droid is now made with over 1100 LEGO pieces and stands over 9″ tall! The wheel-activated head rotates, and the hatch opens up to show a non-functioning welding torch. This set includes a display stand, decorative fact plaque, and a second miniature BB-8 figure.
Kay is dreaming of taking home one of these beautiful Our Generation 18″ dolls along with its own Thoroughbred Horse. Mastermind Toys carries such a huge selection of dolls and accessories, Kay had a hard time leaving the aisle!
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Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Mastermind Toys. Nevertheless, all opinions expressed are honest and my own. Your experience may differ.
I would like to get a doll house. https://www.mastermindtoys.com/8514-Plan-Toys-Wooden-Doll-House.aspx
Ty Teeny Tys Paw Patrol Rubble https://www.mastermindtoys.com/18481-Ty-Teeny-Tys-Paw-Patrol-Rubble.aspx
My Nephew loves Ninjago and this would blow his mind. ( And his parents too, I imagine!) https://www.mastermindtoys.com/17562-LEGO-Ninjago-Destinys-Bounty.aspx.
I think I’d choose the Kids safety Dart board https://www.mastermindtoys.com/5823-Kid-Darts-Safety-Tip-Dart-Board.aspx and then another game
I would like to pick up the leapfrog leap pad ultimate if I won the card. It would be great for my almost three year old. : )
I think the moonlight story time projector is an awesome toy!My little grandson would love this.
I would get some Star Wars Lego; my grandsons all love lego.
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/17684-LEGO-Star-Wars-Resistance-Bomber.aspx
I would choose this for my daughter https://www.mastermindtoys.com/5796-Ginger-18-Deluxe-Holiday-Doll.aspx
We love this Lego https://www.mastermindtoys.com/17562-LEGO-Ninjago-Destinys-Bounty.aspx, wouldbe worth adding the whatever extra to have this awesome ship
If I won this wonderful gift card, I would buy the VTech Drop and Pop Ball Pit for my youngest grandson, Our Generation Amya 18” Chalk Hair Doll for my granddaughter and the 14 in 1 Educational Solar Robot Kit for my oldest grandson!
My daughter would love this: http://www.melissaanddoug.com/dump-truck/9397.html?cgid=shop-by-age-toys-for-2-year-olds#sz=36&start=109
I would buy my kids a Bounty Hunter Junior Target ID Metal Detector
I love this ball pit: https://www.mastermindtoys.com/11985-Melissa-And-Doug-Giant-Turtle-Zip-Up-Ball-Pit-with-60-Balls.aspx
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/18187-LEGO-Ideas-Women-of-NASA.aspx -This would be a gift I think
some of the children of my friend would like to see.
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/936-Perplexus-Epic-360-Labyrinth-Game.asp -A gift for someone I have in mind.
I would seriously be the coolest grandma ever if I won this https://www.mastermindtoys.com/16733-LEGO-Batman-Movie-The-Ultimate-Batmobile.aspx Batman crazy!
Would love this for my son
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/242-Mini-Mighty-Mind.aspx
I would like Dedra doll here is link. https://www.mastermindtoys.com/16446-204243.aspx
I really like the Li’l Woodzeez Countryside Cottage with Rabbits and Story Book. So cute.
Here is my link: https://www.mastermindtoys.com/5400-Lil-Woodzeez-Countryside-CottageTM-with-Rabbits-and-Storybook.aspx
My kids are obsessed with putty, and would love this mixing lab kit. I’d likely buy two, one for each kid, because they would each want to try every possible combination!
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/17356-Putty-Peeps-Mixing-Lab.aspx
I think my kiddo would love this:
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/16739-LEGO-Star-Wars-Darth-VaderTM-Transformation.aspx
He loves Vader
My daughter is also wanting an Our Generation doll and horse. My son wants anything Lego Ninjago “except for what I already have”.
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/16473-204270.aspx
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/12388-LEGO-Ninjago-Ultra-Stealth-Raider.aspx
My daughter would love a sewing machine. This one would be great. https://www.mastermindtoys.com/16613-Battery-Operated-Sewing-Machine.aspx
If I won this gift card… Oh what fun! I would buy some of their cool pool toys for swimming and summertime. I would buy a ball with the grippie coverings on it for our 1yo. I’d also get a TTR extender and use the remainder in their awesome books and flash cards section.
I would love to get a gift that they could all share, so I would choose the Classic LEGO.
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/4102-LEGO-Classic-Medium-Creative-Brick-Box.aspx The site has so many things that I would want to buy for my kids though, especially in the LEGO section… but the snap circuits, metal detector, rock tumbler were also good ideas…
My nieces amd nephews would love this https://www.mastermindtoys.com/17775-Osmo-Genius-Kit-with-Storage-Containers.aspx
I’d get the Zoomer Show Pony for my daughter. She’d love the interactivity, especially the prancing and music.
I would get some lego for my daughter.
My kids would like this Cosmo Genius kit
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/17775-Osmo-Genius-Kit-with-Storage-Containers.aspx
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/14989-Lil-Woodzeez-Honeysuckle-Hillside-Cottage.aspx
My daughter would love this! https://www.mastermindtoys.com/8326-Ty-Beanie-Babies-Large-Peppa-the-Pig.aspx
I think the main gift I would pick if I won the Mastermind Gift card would be a LeapPad! Both of my boys would very much enjoy it!
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/9213-LeapPad-Platinum.aspx
Merry Christmas 😀
My son just started getting into Lego, so I’d buy this.
https://www.mastermindtoys.com/6530-LEGO-Juniors-Snake-Showdown.aspx
I used the gift finder to find a https://www.mastermindtoys.com/16613-Battery-Operated-Sewing-Machine.aspx. perfect for my creative child
There are so many cool toys it’s hard to choose. Here are some that I think my 5 month old and 2.5 year old would love: https://www.mastermindtoys.com/16760-B-Escar-Glooooow-Light-Up-Popper.aspx https://www.mastermindtoys.com/12445-Hape-Jungle-Play-And-Train-Activity-Table.aspx https://www.mastermindtoys.com/12845-Tegu-Monsters-Beans-And-Tumtum-30-piece-Magnetic-Block-Set.aspx https://www.mastermindtoys.com/2619-Pirates-Den-Playhouse.aspx
There are definitely some unique toys at Mastermind. I wish we had one locally to browse!
CONGRATS TO THE LUCKY WINNER