Kids are some of the most discerning peeps on your holiday list so you want to find something that will really tickle their hearts and brains. An indoor swing? Stilts? Creative forts? STEM kits? We have it all right here so you don't have to dig deep for the perfect gift, leaving you plenty of time to enjoy the season. So go ahead and bake holiday cookies and binge on the latest holiday movie because here are 25+ gift ideas for kiddos that are still in stock and fun for all ages.
Personalized Alphabet Zoo Story Book
Personalize their first ABC book with this zoo-inspired storybook that gives a nod to their cute little name!
Rainbow Unicorn Tea Set
A great way to bond with adults and flex their pretend play muscle is to serve up some scrumptious unicorn tea! The carry case fits everything neatly inside so they can bring it anywhere for an impromptu tea party.
FAO Schwarz Glow Brights Plush Disco Ball
Get ready to party with this ball drop -- a plush disco ball that lights up with dazzling LED lights and sound. It's huggable too;)
Musical Chain Reaction Construction Set
Kids can construct this super cool domino-meets-music-meets-car construction set and play with it for hours after.
Floor Surfer
This roller board helps train motor skills and is totally safe with a design that helps protect their arms and legs. Plus, it's totally fun!
Hearthsong Gymnastics Tumbling Mat
For tumblers and little yogis alike, this mat is perfect for getting their wiggles out.
Learn to Mix & Spin DJ Pad
Aspiring DJs can learn to mix and play with this creative portable music studio.
Cable Transport
Perfect for a treehouse or fort, this crate and pulley system lets kids transport things old-school style, teaching them adventure, creativity, and cooperative play.
Hazel Village Kid Dolls
Made in Brooklyn, these organic handmade dolls are designed to look like kids of all shades, with adorable outfits and accessories to choose from for endless pretend play, or just to cuddle with at bedtime.
Magnetic Color and Number Maze
Toddlers can brush up on their colors and numbers with this magnetic color maze toy where they put beads in the matching paint can.
Montessori Arch
Part lounge chair, part climbing arch, this wooden structure from Etsy works both ways for chill and play time.
Geospace Original Walkaroo Durable Steel Stilts
What kid wouldn't want to play around with these stilts, and thankfully they're way more comfortable than stilts of yore with under arm foam and handles that add comfort and grip.
Kid Made Modern Arts and Crafts Supply Library
Fill your kiddo's craft stash with this 1,000-piece library of all things DIY and watch their creative juices flow.
3-in-1 Wooden Montessori Toys
Just as they're sitting up and tinkering with everything in sight, this 3-in-1 toy comes to the rescue for keeping them engaged and curious.
Weird & Wild Animal Facts Gift Set
Kids who are obsessed with wildlife can learn all about big cats, slithering snakes, mammoth elephants, and manic monkeys in this unique bingo, book and bath fuzz gift set.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Amazing Chemistry Set
Kids can make bubbling, color-changing, and glowing experiments in this amazing science kit.
LEGO Classic Creative Party Box Set
Get your builders ready for a day of lego building with 12 mini builds and 900 bricks to make their own.
Kids Pod Swing Chair
Give them a private hang-out and reading spot with this indoor swing made in 100% cotton, perfect for bedrooms and play rooms.
Space World Play Tent Galaxy Dome Playhouse
Space explorers can pretend they've rocketed to outer space in this cool tent for secret astronaut missions.
Melissa & Doug Sort, Stock, Select Wooden Vending Machine Play Set
Vending machines are practical for adults but totally fun for kids! Here, kids can stock the machine, insert play coins and press buttons to their watch items fall out and in their hands.
Tiny Land Kids-Fort-Building-Kit-80 Pieces-Creative Fort Toy
Any parent who has tried to build a fort with pillow cushions alone will appreciate this gift that makes fort fun so much easier, and long-lasting. Kids can assemble it themselves too for an added adventure.
Klutz Mini Clay World Pet Adoption Truck Craft Kit
Kids can sculpt puppies, birds, bunnies, and guinea pigs from oven-bake clay and then pretend they're driving a pet adoption truck that they'll also construct!
Friendship Bracelet Making Kit
Remember these? Friendship bracelets for besties and more will never go out of style. There are endless combinations too!
Harry Potter Paperback Box Set (Books 1-7)
Introduce readers to the world of Harry Potter in this first-time ever paperback boxed set!
Wooden Puzzles Blocks Brain Teasers
Challenge kids to a puzzle duel with this brain-teasing game that helps them focus and train their imagination.
KiwiCo Craft & Carry Supply Station
We love KiwiCo STEM kits and this one has more than 1,000 pieces with a 33-page book chock-full of crafty ideas.
Personal Laptop Kids Chalkboard
No charging station needed here. Let kids pretend they're working like mom and dad with this chalkboard-style laptop for loads of pretend play ideas -- store owner, schoolteacher, writer, and more!
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'Tis the season for outdoor entertaining and colorful outdoor decor! A fresh makeover can lift your mood and make you *feel* like you're on vacay, even if the current situation keeps you close to home. Here are colorful accessories and furniture — all $100 and less — to give your yard, deck, balcony a style upgrade.
West Elm Modern Melamine Dinnerware
Add some fun color to your table with a variety of pastel plates and bowls.
Room Essentials Incandescent Outdoor String Lights
Every evening get together needs some lighting! String lights (or fairy lightsif you prefer to call them that) are a great way to add a little bit of light to any space.
Textured Striped Roped Trim Outdoor Pouf
Whether you're birdwatching or delving into your favorite summer read, this is the perfect place to rest your feet.
Sunnydaze Outdoor Resin Hanging Basket Egg Chair
Trade your somewhat uncomfortable outdoor seating with a hanging basket egg chair that will have you taking naps everyday of summer. Talk about cozy outdoor decor!
CB2 Rex Open Weave Outdoor Armchair
Brunch, baby showers, and family reunions deserve cute outdoor seating.
Natalie Catalina For Deny Outdoor Throw Pillow
Throw pillows are one of our favorite ways to add some pizzazz to any space, and these fun picks are no exception.
Modern Round Accent Lightweight Side End Table
We'll take any home decor that's a shade of pink. We love the way the baby pink softens the fun, modern design.
Urban Outfitters Cat Pool Float
We're all smiles this summer, especially when this cute cat inflatable pool is involved!
Threshold 'Here Comes the Sun' Natural Doormat
We all need a reminder to soak up the sun so choose this cute doormat to brighten up your outdoor decor!
West Elm Fluted Acrylic Glassware
Fun colors, silhouettes, and details make this glassware a summery addition to any and every table.
Crate & Barrel Calas White Ceramic Lanterns
If you ask us, it's more important for a lantern to look pretty than provide a ton of light. We're in love with these decorative ceramic ones!
Bright Beige Monstera Hand-Printed Cloth Napkins
Swap your plain napkins for some fun printed ones instead.
Threshold Outdoor Patio Floor Cushion
Floor cushions are a much better alternative to just sitting on the ground, and this fun print makes us love it even more.
Crate & Barrel Metal Bird Indoor/Outdoor Planter
Planters are always a good idea, and this bird one will add extra character to your window sill or table.
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I adopted my schnauzer-poodle mix two years ago, named her Lucy, and went through the painstaking process of house-training a puppy...my shag rugs are still recovering. Just as I was celebrating the end of the puppy phase and Lucy was becoming a dog we absolutely adore, my boyfriend Dan brought home a 4-month-old pup. While skeptical at first — puppy PTSD is real — I was smitten as soon as I met the little guy. He was super sweet and gentle with the most earnest of puppy eyes.
We named him Diego after Dan’s hometown San Diego. He also has the personality of a chill surfer dog compared to my slightly neurotic Lucy (above left, wishing she had her giant dog bed all to herself). His genetic origins, however, were somewhat vague. The adoption shelter suspected he was a German shepherd mix with maybe a smidge Boxer. We were certain of the shepherd part as he was always trying to herd Lucy into a corner — an action often met with fierce objection, but they've since grown to tolerate (and even sort of like) each other. Side note: Diego broke his leg falling down the stairs soon after we brought him home. Highly recommend pet insurance right after adoption!
Over the weeks and months, as he started to grow into his actual size (50 lbs-ish), we guessed maybe he had some pitbull in his heritage. When strangers inevitably asked what he was, Dan would jokingly reply, “American Fence Jumper.”
Meanwhile, my daughter was in dog heaven and kept declaring that when she gets old enough to have her own dog she is getting a Siberian Husky (she’s in the wolf phase of kid animal obsessions).
We used the at-home dog DNA kit, Know Your Pet DNA by Ancestry, to crack Diego's DNA code. The test was pretty simple – easier than a Covid test – and required that we just swab his inner cheek for a saliva sample and mail it off.
We anxiously awaited the results and joked about having a breed reveal party (any excuse to gather, right?). We also wanted to know what we were in for in terms of health and behavior issues. Four weeks later, we received the email that would unlock the mystery.
The test revealed his behavioral traits like willingness to share (yes), separation anxiety (nope), possessiveness (not at all), noise sensitivities (calm), and more, helping us understand him a little better or just confirming what we already knew about him. We even met some of his genetic relatives!
Then of course was the biggest surprise: His breed. Any guesses?
Turns out, Diego is 49 percent Siberian Husky! My daughter was thrilled. His breed mix also included American Pitbull Terrier (26%), American Staffordshire Terrier (19%), and Australian Cattle Dog (6%). He's super social and loves everyone and every dog and is pretty much house-trained...except for the occasional shoe and rug casualty. We're working on it. 😉
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From Disney princesses that make us feel beautiful to heroes of all kinds represented on screen, Disney movies make us feel so much bigger than ourselves. Thanks to the D23 Disney expo in Anaheim, California, we know about so many new Disney movies, and we simply cannot contain ourselves. From brand new TV shows to long-awaited films, these Disney movies and new TV shows will have you jumping, singing, and dancing for joy.
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Inside Out 2 — In Theaters June 14, 2024
Following 2015's Inside Out, all of your favorite characters are back along with the now-teenage Riley. And that means they're going to be joined by the greatest of all teen emotions: anxiety. Watch the Inside Out 2 trailer here.
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Deadpool 3 — In Theaters July 26, 2024
Ryan Reynolds is back with some kick-butt action alongside Hugh Jackman and...Taylor Swift? Like the majority of Marvel's Phase 5, Deadpool & Wolverine will focus on the consequences of one particular anti-hero's time travel. Watch the Deadpool & Wolverine trailer here.
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Moana 2 — November 27, 2024
Moana's brand new adventure takes her (and Maui, of course) across Oceania to a part of the ocean she's never seen before. Auliʻi Cravalho just confirmed that she's coming back for the sequel, which also features brand new music from TikTok songwriters Barlow & Bear. We can't wait to hear their music! See the Moana 2 first look here.
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Mufasa: The Lion King — In Theaters December 20, 2024
This The Lion King prequel focuses on Rafiki, Timon, and Pumbaa, who tell the story of King Mufasa — and how he became one of the greatest kings the Pride Lands had ever seen — to a young cub.
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Snow White — In Theaters March 21, 2025
This live-action take on Walt Disney's first film stars Rachel Zegler as Snow White and Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen set on taking Snow White's beauty for herself. Not only is the cast amazing, but the film also features classic music and new songs from songwriters Benji Pasek and Justin Paul, who did the music Dear Evan Hansen and La La Land.
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The Little Mermaid
In this live-action remake of the beloved cartoon, mermaid Ariel (Halle Bailey) longs to be part of the human world and makes a deal with sea witch Ursula in order to leave the sea. Watch The Little Mermaid trailer here.
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Elemental
Elemental is inspired by real-life immigrants who live together in multicultural neighborhoods, and it explores how fire, water, land, and air residents — including fiery Ember and easy-going Wade — live together in one city. Watch the Elemental trailer here.
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The Marvels
After 2019's Captain Marvel, Carol Danvers (Brie Larson) joins forces with Monica Rambeau (Teyonah Parris) and Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani) to figure out why using their powers causes them to swap places with one another. Watch The Marvels trailer here.
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Percy Jackson & the Olympians
This long-awaited series stars Walker Scobell, Aryan Simhadri, and Leah Sava Jeffries. The series follows Percy Jackson after he learns that he's the son of Poseidon and joins other demigods at Camp Half-Blood. Watch the Percy Jackson & The Olympianstrailer and our interview with the cast on YouTube!
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Andor
This 24-episode Star Wars series (which is set five years before the one-off Rogue One film) follows Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) on a journey of danger and intrigue as he turns into a rebel hero. Watch the Andor trailer here.
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Hocus Pocus 2
Twenty-nine years after Max lit the Black Flame Candle, the Sanderson sisters are back in Salem, and it's up to three high-schoolers to stop them before dawn breaks on All Hallow's Eve. Rewatch this sequel before Hocus Pocus 3 comes out! Watch the Hocus Pocus 2 trailer here.
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The Santa Clauses
Picking up after the Santa Claus trilogy, Scott Calvin (Tim Allen) is approaching his 65th birthday and, after he realizes that he can't be Santa forever, he sets out to find the perfect replacement. Watch The Santa Clauses trailer here.
The Whole Family Will Love These New Disney Movies
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Strange World
Strange World follows a family — which includes Jake Gyllenhaal, Dennis Quaid, and Lucy Liu —who, after they discover a new world full of both exciting surprises and danger, must put aside their differences to save it. Watch the Strange World trailer here.
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Disenchanted
Disenchanted picks up 15 years after Giselle (Amy Adams) and Robert's (Patrick Dempsey) wedding, and Giselle has grown disillusioned. The family decides to move to Monroeville, but the change isn't exactly the fix Giselle's been looking for, prompting her to use magic to set things right. The only problem? She accidentally turns Monroeville into a real-life fairy tale and threatens her family's happiness in the process. Watch the Disenchanted trailer here.
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Willow
This live-action series returns to the world from the 1988 film, as a new group of heroes sets out to find the sorcerer Willow. Watch the Willow trailer here.
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National Treasure: Edge of History
Based on the movies of the same name, Jess (Lisette Olivera) and her friends set out on a new treasure hunt to discover the truth about her father. Watch the National Treasure: Edge of History trailer here.
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Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) and Hope Van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly) team up with Hope's parents (Michael Douglas and Michelle Pfeiffer) and Scott's daughter (Kathryn Newton) to explore the Quantum Realm and encounter possibilities and dangers they thought were impossible. Watch the Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania here.
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The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder
The story of Penny Proud (Kyla Pratt) and her family is far from over, and the new season of this series follows all of their antics and adventures. Watch the trailer for season 2 here.
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Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny
Harrison Ford (who plays the titular character) got misty-eyed while announcing Indiana Jones 5 at the D23 expo. Ford is joined by Fleabag creator and star Phoebe Waller-Bridge, who plays Indiana's goddaughter Helena. Watch the Indiana Jones 5 trailer here.
More New Disney Movies To Watch In 2024
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Win or Lose
This long-form series follows co-ed middle school softball team the Pickles during the week of their championship game. Each episode, which is told with a different visual style, is from the perspective of a different main character.
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Iwájú
This long-form series — created in collaboration with Kugali, a Pan-African comic book entertainment company — follows Tola, an heiress from the wealthy island in Lagos, and her best friend and tech expert Kole from the mainland. It's full of color and life, and is a love letter to Lagos, Nigeria. Watch the Iwájú trailer here.
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Peter Pan & Wendy
Starring Alexander Molony as Peter Pan, Ever Anderson as Wendy, Alyssa Wapanâtahk as Tiger Lily, and Jude Law as Captain Hook, Peter Pan & Wendy goes deeper into Wendy's story than ever before as she sets out on a journey to Neverland with Peter. Watch the Peter Pan & Wendy trailer here.
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Ironheart
Following Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne) returns to the screen, blending magic and tech with her approach to building iron suits. Anthony Ramos costars as Parker Robbins.
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Haunted Mansion
Former Disneyland employee Justin Simien directs this new Disney movie, which focuses on a woman and her son who get a group of spiritual experts to help them clear their home of supernatural spirits. The cast list includes Jamie Lee Curtis, Tiffany Haddish, and Rosario Dawson. Watch the Haunted Mansion trailer here.
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The concept of a spring "refresh" usually comes in the form of spring cleaning, but I think a brand new season totally warrants some brand new home decor! Luckily, the decor at Target right now is perfectly fit for springtime, donning saturated colors and floral patterns. From bedding items that definitely give Anthropologie bedding to sweet-smelling candles that double as centerpieces, the current Target spring decor is just too adorable.
These Target spring decor picks are perfect for sprucing up *all* of your spaces, and the best part is they're all under $100. Score!
Threshold Bold Plaid Square Throw Pillow
Give me all the rainbow plaid this spring! This outdoor-indoor throw pillow is just the piece you need if your couch is craving a pop of color this season. It's crafted using a soft polyester filling and a UV-resistant exterior that helps retain the vibrant colors, even in the sun.
Hilton Carter Terracotta Embossed Ceramic Planter
This planter (available in a small size and a large size) takes your classic terracotta pot up a notch with a bubble design that encapsulates the playful tone of springtime. It's fitted with a single drain hole and a matching saucer for practical plant reasons, but looks so chic whether you display it inside or outside!
DVF for Target Tall Glass Drinkware Set
Got a garden party planned this spring? Bring some eye-catching color to the table with this 4-piece glassware set from the Diane von Furstenberg collection for Target. Now, your spring cocktails (or mocktails) have a proper place to be sipped from!
Threshold Striped Border Doormat
Why greet your guests with a bland doormat? This bold graphic design makes a statement with blocked lettering and a green striped border. It's made from a medium-pile, coarsely-textured material that keeps dirt at bay and makes cleaning easy.
Threshold Boho Sunflower Pillow
This floral pillow is absolutely serving Anthropologie dupe. With intricate flower illustrations and thoughtful stitching throughout, you're getting Anthro quality at a fraction of the price. It's the perfect piece for adding strong spring energy to your bedspread!
Threshold Boho Earthy Vines Quilt
Same thing goes for this adorable boho quilt! The color scheme and stitch work are super reminiscent of what Anthropolgie's doing in their bedding department, and this design instantly warms up your room the same exact way. This quilt, available in sizes full, queen, and king, is actually reversible – it has a yellow side and a nice light blue side that you can play with when you decorate!
Threshold Neroli + Ivy Ceramic Candle
There's nothing like opening up your windows, lighting a candle, and letting the fresh air come in on a sunny spring day. This scented candle (only $10!) that smells like neroli and ivy supplies such a fitting scent for days where you just wanna kick back, relax, and watch the sun calmly trickle in through your window.
Threshold Happy Spring Wall Hanging
Honor the season of blooms with this darling flag that flaunts different designs of springtime, from butterflies to bees. It's *so* cute, you'll wanna hang it up every year!
Threshold Colorful Floral Framed Canvas
Of course, your wall art has to be on-theme with spring! This $45 canvas comes with the entire package – a frame and hanging hardware – to get your gallery wall game going. This way, you can display a bouquet without actually having to buy flowers every week!
Opalhouse Floral Printed Cotton Percale Sheet Set
Complete your spring bed set-up with these sheets dotted with pink and yellow petals! These sheets are made of 100% percale cotton, which ensures softness and breathability with every sleep. The set is available in sizes twin, twin XL, full, queen, and king for just $50, and is shoppable in 3 other color schemes and patterns.
Costway 6 Drawer Rolling Storage Cart
Your home office could *definitely* benefit from a lively color palette, and this practical Target spring decor piece brings it all with added practicality for holding papers, art supplies, cords, and the like. It moves around on lockable rolling wheels if you like to take your work on the go!
Threshold Multi Plaid Napkins
Another amazing Target spring decor piece for tablescapes, these reusable rainbow plaid napkins bring a spirited vibe. They'd be so cute as a wrap for colorful silverware!
Room Essentials Seashell Throw Pillow
This seashell throw pillow works in those vacation vibes without you ever having to leave the house (except to make a Target run, of course)! The pale yellow color is super on-trend this year, and you could even decorate with this piece beyond spring, into summer.
Room Essentials Printed Plush Floral Throw Blanket
Cozy up against this throw blanket that delivers both on comfort and spring colors! You can snag it for just $10 in two different colors – blue or pink – both of which have a variety of different floral prints. When you're not cuddling up, it'll make your sofa or bed look the part for the season.
Threshold Floral Doormat
Make coming home an absolute treat with this floral doormat that boasts every color from an electric chartreuse to a deep purple.
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