The Timeless Toys Holiday Guide 2026

Our Favorite Gifts This Season

Indoor builds, backyard throws, messy art, road-trip games, and a few big wow gifts for everyone on your list.

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Gift Shopping, the Neighborhood Way

Every toy is hand picked by our team of Certified Play Experts. Here is what we are reaching for this year, sorted by how kids like to play. Not sure what to get? Stop by the shop, we are happy to help.

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  • Kidoozie Activity Tables Little Builder's Activity Table
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Indoor Play

For Cozy Days at Home

Little Builder's Activity Table

Flip the top for a textured building surface on one side and a smooth craft side on the other. Comes with 50 colorful blocks sized for little hands.

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  • Waboba Physical Play Wingman UFO (Assorted Styles)
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Outdoor Fun

For Backyards, Parks, and Beaches

Wingman UFO (Assorted Styles)

A soft 6-inch silicone flying disc with a bright LED and three light modes, so the game keeps going after the sun goes down. Flies over 130 feet and fits in a pocket. Styles are assorted.

$10.99 USD
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  • Makedo Construction HOLIDAY Makedo Explore Cardboard Construction Kit
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Creative Kids

Makedo: Explore Cardboard Construction Kit

A starter set of kid-friendly tools that turns a cardboard box into a castle, a rocket, or whatever they dream up next.

$26.99 USD
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  • Fat Brain Physical Play Games Foosbots - Rivals Single A (Assorted Styles)
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On the go

For Road Trips and Visits to Grandma

Foosbots - Rivals Single(Assorted Styles)

$12.99 USD
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Squeeze its arms and it spins to kick the ball fast. Each Foosbot is about 2.75 inches and comes with its own ball, so game time can happen at any table. Styles are assorted, with 10 teams to collect.

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Some of Our Favorite Brands

  • Connetix Magnetic Building Sets Connetix: Rainbow Ball Run Expansion Pack 66 Piece Set

    Connetix

    Magnetic tiles from Perth, Australia, built for open-ended play. We carry rainbow and pastel sets plus ball run packs for builders who want to add motion.

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  • Hape Block Sets Suction Sensory Blocks

    Hape

    Making toys since 1986, with roots in Germany. Our shelves have everything from easels and art supplies to classic game sets.

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  • Bruder Vehicles RAM Rental Service Truck + Mini Excavator

    Bruder

    Family-owned in Germany since 1926, with vehicles built "just like the real thing." Look for fire engines, dump trucks, and excavators.

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  • Folkmanis Hand Puppets Default Monkey Puppet

    Folkmanis

    Specialty puppets since 1976, from finger puppets to full hand puppets. Alligators, axolotls, rabbits, and plenty more are waiting to meet you.

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Come Shop With Us in Lincoln Square

Want a second opinion before you wrap it? Our Certified Play Experts are happy to help you find the right fit.

4749 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL
Mon to Sat 10 to 6, Sun 10 to 4
(773) 334-4445

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