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Creative, out of the box gift ideas as well as classic options for the 7-12 set

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Kid approved and parent approved gifts that engage and foster connection
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Happy Mail

My kids love getting mail addressed to them. I love gifts that last past the initial opening. These are a win win!
 
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This is a top tier gift- you select the theme, the cadence (all clues at once or weekly envelopes), and then the kids get to play slueth. This is a gift my kids ask for each year!
Treasure Hunt! - mail order mystery
 
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We have been gifted highlights for 5 years now and my kids look forward to it each month! The craft ideas are fun, lots of puzzles, and the overall experience of fun mail is great!
Highlights for Children
 
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A cooking subscription tailored for the young chef
Raddish Kids
 
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A round the world journey through snacks 🍴
Universal Yums
 
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Because what kid doesn't love stickers!
Sticker Club - Monthly Sticker Subscription Box

Games - board and card

We try to connect with our big kids through games a few nights a week. These are the family favorites
 
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A family favorite - it's worth finding the classic version of the game!
Clue Classic Mystery Board Game
 
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This is a classic from my childhood and such an enjoyable game
Five Crowns Card Game
 
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This is a new to us game that is enjoyed by young and old alike! It's a fairly short game that is perfect for younger attention spans!
Junior Detective Game by Buffalo Games for Ages 8+
 
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Another classic - be prepared for the long haul
Hasbro Monopoly Board Game
 
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A classic game for young and old
Yahtzee Classic Game
 
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Low stakes and easy entry for a wide variety of ages
UNO Classic Colour & Number Matching Card Game

Hands On

These are gifts that have a longer lifespan, are engaging in some hands on way, or otherwise foster in person connection
 
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Another great company with tons of fun garden/growing kits for indoors and out
Organic Terrarium Kids Grow Kit
 
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The screen free digital camera for a more 90s experience
Camp Snap
 
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Emily offers step by step instructions in this all in one art tutorial / workbook. There are a variety of subjects so pick the one your child would most enjoy!
animals watercolor workbook
 
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All in one air dry pottery kit - perfect for the budding artist
Sculpd Pottery Kit | The Original Air-Dry Clay Starter Kit
 
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What kid wouldn't love a fully stocked library of crafting supplies
Arts and Crafts Supply Library
 
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This is a hit from 2 year old to preteen!
Jungle Jumparoo