Holidays '08: Stocking Stuffers for Kids - a list by tatorandtots

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bookworm bookmarks

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We're a family of book freaks, always several noses in pages each night. So I love the fact these are clever, cheap ($6) and come as a set of 20.

Updated Dec 6, 2007

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Scratch 'n Sniff Stickers

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Back in the late 70's/early 80's, I was the equivalent of a dealer on a street corner with scratch 'n sniff stickers. My fellow 2nd graders would meet me in the hallway before the first bell rang, I would pull out my trusty envelope of 'goods' and the transactions would commence.

Well it's true what they say about addictions running through the gene pool. My daughters both tend to sniff everything with gusto. Mostly things that are ok. We've had the "spray paint can" discussion, don't worry. But we are a family that likes to smell stuff.

And while dealing stickers might put a bit of spare change in my pocket, it isn't my true motivation for trying to bring back the scratch 'n sniff sticker craze. I just really love them to this day. So I pop them on presents, cards, etc whenever I get the chance.

If there are any "recovering sniffers" from the 80's like myself out there, here's a link that made me literally yelp out loud in delight:
http://www.bubbledog.com/sns/
"Bubbledog" has an online gallery of all the stickers we knew, loved and smelled from the 80's. Sad to say, but I literally teared up when I saw some of them. Wow did it bring back memories....

And one last link:
http://www.promobrands.com/scratchandsniffscents.htm
Promo Brands carries the world's largest variety of scratch n sniff scents (do the world a favor and avoid the 'baby poo' one please!) and promises that they can give an Eau du Whatever to any product you want. In other words, go to them if you have something you want to smell like something else.

Updated Dec 8, 2007

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Rubber Chicken Necklace

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NOTE: Also available as Pin/Tie Tack

Like "fat guy in a little coat," a rubber chicken always elicits smiles. I don't know why. But it does. So loosen up and have a bit of fun with this whimsical necklace.

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Don't question the magic of the rubber chicken - embrace it. (Just don't choke it) This solid sterling silver chicken is cast from a miniature rubber chicken! A real piece of kitsch to be worn around the neck. Hangs from a sterling silver ball chain.

Updated Dec 8, 2007

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What Would You Attempt to Do if You Knew You Could Not Fail? Paperweight

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A few years ago, I found myself on the look-out for a thank you gift for the committee members of a charity event I was in charge of. The event was a ten-day holiday festival and this group of women had not only exceeded my expectations but more importantly, they had surpassed their own in terms of their creativity and abilities.

That's why this paperweight ended up being the perfect gift. At the start of our planning, I saw a room of women who saw themselves as followers, simply waiting to be given instructions. After being given their own little niche to take charge of and the instruction to "go a bit wild with it, deviate from the norm" they ended up as confidant leaders.

Which is why I believe very much in the importance of the message of this pewter paperweight and have since given it as a present for college graduations, "divorce gifts", weddings, teens starting out the school year.... just about anything.

And I always, always keep mine on my desk where I can see it.

Updated Aug 5, 2009

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Star Navigator

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This is just plain cool, in my opinion. And given the number of conversations we've had with the kids about stars when we're out and about it's useful too.

Having a summer backyard bash? Leave this out and when night falls, you have something that will deliver a lot of entertainment and interest.

A great dad gift, a great kid gift... heck, a great ME gift!

Updated Jul 2, 2008

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Meat and Sushi Pencil Tops

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My two-year-old son is obsessed with meat. Not an understatement. Obsessed. So I'm a sucker for any and all meat-related items. These are really fun and great stocking stuffers...

Updated Dec 8, 2007

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Smencils Scented Pencils

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This yummy smelling set of pencils comes packaged in individual tubes (great for keeping the points on when thrown in backpacks...). My kids loved them so much I just ordered another set.

Updated Aug 16, 2008

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My Mash Game

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Oh my gosh, I spent countless hours playing MASH at recess. And am currently considering bring the concept back as an adult in problem solving situations. If I crank out MASH at a board meeting, I'll be sure to update you on how it was received.

Until then, I'm getting this for my daughter.

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My Mash Destiny Diary Game includes everything girls need for future-finding fun! Girls can predict their futures with this classic game that has been played for years, but re-invented for today's girls.

Girls can predict their futures with their friends anywhere - at a slumber party, in the car, and even over the phone. The Mash girl writes down four words in each of the nine chosen categories, then creates the spiral zone number, and crosses words off using the spiral zone number. The last word remaining in each category is part of the future. For example: Brittney will live in an apartment, marry Brad, have 362 pairs of shoes, go to Harvard, and Megan will be her best friend. The game includes the diary, 30 cards, pen, mini eraser, and spiral zone.

Updated Jul 2, 2008

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Unicorn Power Gum

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My 6-year-old loves Unicorns and is convinced she has magical powers (we are all anxiously awaiting their debut). This gum is the perfect stocking stuffer to encourage flights of fantasy.

Updated Dec 9, 2007

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