Top Holiday Shopping Purchases

I can’t believe that Christmas has already come and gone. I’m still trying to process that 2021 is right around the corner. Want to see what the top ten purchases were for the  holiday season

 

It was ganes, Apple Airpods, the Barbie dreamhouse, books, fan gear and more

A DIY Home Spin Peloton Bike for Less than $450

Who has been wanting a peloton but not wanting to spend the 2k plus a 40 dollar a month  subscription.    I did spin for years over the  a Club ex both the Brockton and EB locations  Me! Honestly I could't justify getting one so I did a ton of research on  find a home  spin bike that didn't break the bank.  

This was one of the videos that really helped me decide to get Sunny Health and Fitness Bike 

My entire set up has been less than $450    include the Sunny Health & Fitnesss B1002 model.    You want to make sure you get one of the belt vs the chain!  I also research making sure that you wanted to get a heavy flywheel. This one was 49lb.   

A few accessories 

Wahoo Cadence  RPM senior   this will tell  you how fast you are going. You can even synch this up  with Peloton app and follow along with the  spin  instructor.  

If you want to have your heart rate appear on the peloton app  you can get the wahoo ones there is a wrist, chest and arm strap available    You need to have a device that has ANT + TECH  I have a fitbit but but that doesnt have the  ANT+ tech. The Fitbit is good to be able to track my heartrate its own app.  

Tablet or Iphone holder   I am using an ipad as my screen but you can use your phone as well.  You can do the classes 

Bike seat cover  OMG you will need one.   My 50 year old ass was hurting for my first 2 days and I order one for rush shipping.   

I will be picking up  one of the manual resistance gauge  that have gotten high reviews.  

I feel like I am getting a good workout!   I don't need leaderboards to motivate me. The app will keep track of my workouts.  

The Peloton App and Digital Subscription is known for the cycling workouts, but at $12.99/month, it is a great value that also includes yoga, meditation, strength, bootcamp, and running workouts. My favorite instructors are Robin, and Jen Sherman so far!  

Check with your health insurance to see if they offer it FREE!  I just 12 months of it free thru United Health Care. 

Beachbody has come out with the MYX  bike, the sunny bike works just as well for beachbody BODI cycling workouts.    No need to pay $1400 for a bike that has a screen. I play the workouts on ipad again.    

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These toys across different categories offer a balanced blend of creativity, learning, physical activity, and imaginative play for boys aged 5-8.

1. Building & Construction Toys

• LEGO Super Mario Adventures : Combines traditional building with interactive gameplay.
• Magna-Tiles Clear Colors 32-Piece Set: These magnetic tiles let kids build 3D structures, promoting creativity and spatial skills.
• K’NEX Imagine Power & Play Motorized Building Set: Allows kids to build and power moving creations, enhancing engineering skills.
• Melissa & Doug Wooden Building Blocks Set: Classic wooden blocks that are durable and perfect for imaginative play.

Building and construction toys are essential for fostering creativity, spatial reasoning, and problem-solving skills in young kids. Whether stacking wooden blocks or building complex LEGO worlds, these toys encourage hands-on learning and imaginative construction, which can be as simple or elaborate as a child desires.

2. Action Figures & Playsets

• Transformers Cyberverse Action Figures: These transforming robots add an element of action and adventure to imaginative play.
• Fisher-Price Imaginext DC Super Friends Batcave: A superhero playset that lets kids act out heroic adventures.
• Spider-Man Web Shots Gear: Allows kids to sling webs like their favorite superhero, adding to the excitement of action-packed play.
• Jurassic World Indominus Rex Figure: A fierce dinosaur figure that roars, moves, and brings thrilling Jurassic World adventures to life.

3. STEM & Educational Toys

• Osmo Genius Starter Kit: Combines hands-on learning with digital interaction to teach math, reading, and more.
• VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam: Teaches kids the basics of filming and editing, encouraging creativity and technological skills.
• Playmobil Mars Space Station: Explores space science while kids construct and play with a detailed space station.
• Hexbug Nano Robotic Creatures: These tiny robotic creatures mimic real-life movement, teaching kids about robotics and engineering.

STEM and educational toys make learning fun by blending play with essential concepts in science, technology, engineering, and math. Toys like the Osmo Genius Kit engage kids with interactive challenges, while hands-on tools like the KidiZoom Creator Cam give them a creative outlet to learn video production.

4. Outdoor & Active Play Toys

• Nerf Elite 2.0 Echo CS-10 Blaster: A popular choice for outdoor fun, promoting active play and target skills.
• Razor A Kick Scooter: Helps kids build balance and coordination while enjoying outdoor play.
• Stomp Rocket Stunt Planes: An exciting toy that encourages kids to run and launch high-flying rockets.
• Little Tikes T-Ball Set: A great introduction to sports, helping kids develop hand-eye coordination.

Outdoor and active play toys encourage children to move and engage in physical activity. These toys not only build essential motor skills but also foster social interaction when played with others. From scooters to Stomp Rockets, they provide opportunities for outdoor fun and exercise.

5. Creative & Arts and Crafts Toys

• Melissa & Doug Magic in a Snap! Magic Tricks Set: An engaging starter kit for budding magicians, encouraging creativity and performance.
• Kinetic Sand Sandbox Set: Provides a sensory experience while allowing kids to shape, mold, and build with sand.
• Crayola Light-Up Tracing Pad: Helps kids develop their drawing skills with guided tracing activities.
• Play-Doh Kitchen Creations: Lets kids create their own pretend meals, enhancing creativity and fine motor skills.

Creative toys like arts and crafts sets allow children to express themselves artistically while refining their fine motor skills. Whether it’s performing magic tricks or molding creations from kinetic sand, these toys nurture imagination and artistic exploration in a fun, hands-on way.

Top Video Games 

• Minecraft: Encourages creativity and problem-solving by allowing kids to build and explore vast worlds made of blocks.
• Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Nintendo Switch): A fun, easy-to-learn racing game that encourages friendly competition and improves hand-eye coordination.
• Super Mario Odyssey (Nintendo Switch): A colorful adventure game that lets kids explore new worlds and solve puzzles in a fun, imaginative setting.
• Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Nintendo Switch): A calming game that teaches kids about building communities, managing resources, and caring for their environment.
• LEGO Marvel Super Heroes: Combines LEGO building and action-packed superhero adventures, offering hours of entertainment.
• Sonic Mania: A fast-paced platformer that’s easy for young kids to pick up while honing their reflexes and timing.

top video game machines Nintendo Switch 

Video games for 6-year-olds should be fun, engaging, and offer a mix of creativity, learning, and action. Games like Minecraft allow kids to explore their creativity, while Mario Kart and Sonic improve coordination. These games are designed to be kid-friendly while providing a balance of entertainment and developmental skills.

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Here are some gift ideas for girls aged 5-8 years old:

1. LEGO Sets: Age-appropriate LEGO sets can provide hours of creative and imaginative play.

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4. Glow-in-the-Dark Stars and Planets: Decorate their room with glow-in-the-dark stars and planets that they can stick to the walls and ceiling. It adds a touch of magic to bedtime and can spark an interest in astronomy.

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6. Kid-Friendly Cooking Set: Introduce them to the joy of cooking with a kid-friendly cooking set. It could include simple recipes, child-sized utensils, and perhaps even an apron. Cooking together can be a fun and educational experience.

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Seedling Kit for a Mini Garden: Foster their love for nature by gifting a seedling kit. They can plant and nurture their own flowers, herbs, or vegetables. It's a hands-on way to teach them about the growth process and responsibility.

Crayola Light-Up Tracing Pad – A fun tool that helps kids learn to draw by tracing with a light-up board.

Kinetic Sand Sandcastle Set – Lets kids mold and shape sand indoors, providing a sensory and creative play experience.

Melissa & Doug Wooden Stamp Set – Includes a variety of stamps, ink pads, and paper for endless crafting fun.

craft DIY Knot-a-Quilt – Kids can create a colorful, cozy quilt by knotting fleece squares together.

LEGO DOTS Bracelet and Decor Kits – Allows kids to design their own bracelets, picture frames, or jewelry holders with LEGO pieces.

Make It Real Bracelet-Making Kit – A jewelry-making set with beads, charms, and cords for making unique bracelets.

Play-Doh Kitchen Creations Sets – Let’s kids "cook" with Play-Doh, creating everything from pizzas to pastries with sculpting tools.

Spirograph Drawing Set – A classic drawing toy for creating endless geometric patterns and designs.

Faber-Castell Young Artist Essentials Gift Set – An art set packed with colored pencils, markers, crayons, and oil pastels.

Rock Painting Kit – Lets kids paint and decorate rocks, which can be used for outdoor decor or as gifts.

Craft-tastic String Art Kit – Kids can create pictures with colorful string on shaped boards for a unique crafting experience.
Magna-Tiles 3D Magnetic Building Set – Encourages creativity and spatial skills as kids build 3D designs with magnetic tiles.
Rainbow Scratch Paper Art Kit – Scratch away black paper to reveal vibrant colors beneath, perfect for creating unique designs.
Pom Pom Wow Decoration Kit – Kids can create their own pom-pom designs to decorate frames, jewelry, or crafts.
Melissa & Doug Easel with Paper Roll – A sturdy easel that comes with a paper roll for drawing, painting, and coloring.
Unicorn Slime Kit – All the ingredients and accessories to make colorful, glittery slime at home.
Kid Made Modern Arts and Crafts Library – A giant box of craft supplies like pipe cleaners, pom-poms, sequins, and more.
My Fairy Garden – Combines crafting and gardening as kids create their own fairy garden with real soil and seeds.
Crayola Model Magic Craft Pack – Air-dry clay that kids can mold into different shapes, then paint when it dries.
Origami Kit for Beginners – Easy-to-follow instructions and colorful paper for creating animals, flowers, and more.

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Building Blocks: Large, colorful building blocks can encourage creativity and motor skills. We love the Melissa and Doug ones 

Educational Toys: Consider toys that promote learning numbers, letters, colors, and shapes. Vtech and leapfrog are some of our favorites 

Books  About Dinosaurs and Animals Are always a hit  Here are 2 of our favorites The Fascinating Animal Book for Kids: 500 Wild Facts! and Encyclopedia Prehistorica Dinosaurs : The Definitive Pop-Up

Puzzles: Age-appropriate puzzles help with problem-solving and fine motor skills.

Outdoor Toys: Balls, a small soccer goal, or a tricycle can encourage outdoor play.

Art Supplies: Non-toxic crayons, markers, and large drawing paper for creative expression.

Stuffed Animals: Soft, huggable animals can be comforting companions.

Musical Instruments: Small drums, shakers, or a simple keyboard for introducing the joy of music.

Play Kitchen Set: Miniature kitchen sets with pots, pans, and utensils for imaginative play.

Duplo or Mega Bloks: Larger building blocks that are easy for little hands to grasp.

Animal Figures: Realistic or cartoonish animal figures for imaginative play and learning about animals.

Character-themed Toys: Toys featuring their favorite characters from TV shows or movies.

Playdough Set: Safe and non-toxic playdough with molds and tools for creative play.

Remote-Controlled Cars: Simple remote-controlled cars designed for toddlers.

Water Toys: Bath toys or water tables for water play.

Flashcards: Basic flashcards for early learning of words, numbers, and shapes.

Toddler-friendly Board Games: Simple board games that teach turn-taking and basic rules.

Toy Cars and Trucks: Small vehicles for imaginative play and exploration.

Balance Bike: A small bike without pedals to help develop balance and coordination.

Coloring Books: Coloring books with large pictures and easy-to-hold crayons.

When selecting a gift, consider the child's interests and developmental stage. Always prioritize safety by choosing age-appropriate toys and ensuring they meet safety standards.

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LEGO Technic Sets – Advanced LEGO sets that let kids build moving machines, great for engineering-minded tweens.

Nintendo Switch Console or Games – A versatile gaming system with plenty of family-friendly games.

Drones with Cameras – Small beginner-friendly drones that allow kids to explore photography and video.

Bluetooth Wireless Headphones – Great for listening to music, gaming, 

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RC Cars – High-speed remote-control cars for outdoor adventures and racing fun

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Basketball Hoop for Door or Yard – Perfect for basketball lovers to practice indoors or outside.

Coding Robot Kits – Teach coding fundamentals with interactive, programmable robots.

Hydro Flask Water Bottle – Trendy, durable, and practical for school or sports.

Skateboard or Scooter – A classic favorite for active outdoor fun and learning tricks.

Graphic Novels – Popular series like Percy Jackson or Dog Man are great for encouraging reading.

 Instax Mini Instant Camera – Lets tweens take and print instant photos, ideal for creative expression.

Escape Room Puzzle Games – A fun way to challenge problem-solving skills with friends or family.

DIY Science Experiment Kits – Explore science hands-on with kits like crystal growing, slime-making, or chemistry sets.

Electric Toothbrush for Kids – Practical but cool, with designs or app compatibility for fun daily routines.

Wireless Charging Pad – A convenient, modern gadget for charging phones or devices.

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Mini Arcade Game Console – Pocket-sized retro arcade games for classic gaming fun.

Basketball or Soccer Ball – A quality sports ball for active play, practice, or team sports.

Customizable Neon LED Sign – A light-up wall decoration that can be customized with their name or designs.

Star Wars or Marvel LEGO Sets – Fun, thematic building kits that double as decor after assembling.

Puzzle Cube or Brain Teaser Set – For a fun mental challenge, with options like Rubik’s cubes or metal puzzle sets.

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