Holiday Gift Guide: For the Kids

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Last week, we brought you tips for what to give the man in your life - by far the most difficult person on most gift lists.

The kids are easy - they've been telling you for the last six months what they can't live without. For a change, in addition to that must have toy they've been longing for since summer, why not surprise your tots with one of our fabulous finds? Your cool-factor with them will rise and you might even get a few extra days of cooperation - which would be the best gift of all for you!

Odyssey Toys' Scapes Sets

Available in different themes including Moon, Pirate, and Fire Station, these award-winning play sets include posable figures, interconnecting wood play boards and double-sided backdrops for multiple adventures in each set.

Prices range from $15.95 - $229.95; Available at OdysseyToys.com

Tumble Tree House

The unisex alternative to a doll house, this tree house is as beautiful as it is entertaining. The wooden, handcrafted play set includes a sturdy storage box to keep figurines and accessories tucked away when not in use. Tumble Tree House- $79.99 at Target.com

Create Balance

Help your kids improve coordination and delight in the strange pleasure of being dizzy!

Spindisc Balance Game - $130 at ZebraHall.com.

Can We Build It?

Kids love to pound, paint and glue - so why not put that energy to use with I Made That's kid-friendly building projects? With furniture for all ages including a stool, toy cart and table, kids will have fun and enjoy the results of their hard work. Prices range from $24.99 - $49.99; Available at imadethat.com.

Outsider Art

Get the creativity flowing outdoors with Sno-Paint or, for those of us in warmer climates, Sand Paint. Non-toxic and biodegradable, both kits can be used to write and decorate on snow / sand sculptures and forts. Sno-Paint - $15.95 at HearthSong.com; Sand Paint - $10 at PlumParty.com

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