His first Christmas: discovering his senses
Babies are in search of sensations: they look for colors, sounds and varied textures, as well as small shapes that they can easily grasp. They also want to be reassured and soothed, particularly by the contact of soft and enveloping materials.
Opt for rattles, stuffed animals, mobiles and developmental toys that offer different functions, and most importantly, that have an off and volume button. (Parents will thank you. ;))
Less than $25:
Jellycat soft toys are all the rage at Charlotte and Charlie's! Irresistibly soft, sophisticated yet humorous, you'll find the perfect soft toy for your little ones of all ages in the full range offered by Jellycat!
Less than $50:
Discover the Doudou & Compagnie Sugar Rabbit music box so that baby can soothe to the sound of the sweet melody.
Over $100:
The Minika activity gym , a great Quebec company, will provide hours of fun for your little one. We love its neutral and modern design that fits in with any decor!
Toddlers: Exploring their world
Between 18 months and 3 years, toddlers develop their skills and motor development very quickly. They climb, crawl, run and explore. They also develop their fine motor skills, which allow them to manipulate games with smaller pieces.
Less than $25:
Introduce your child to puzzles with the Articulo duo game from Djeco . Each animal has a part that can be articulated and moved, to keep your child entertained even more.
Less than $50:
Easy to handle for little hands, the Corolle Margot doll is perfect for toddlers. Her soft body allows her to take the same positions as a real baby!
Over $100:
Designed for children ages 12 to 24 months, the Kinderfeets Balance Bike is a 2-in-1 bike that easily converts from a tricycle to a 2-wheel balance bike.
Preschool: imitate and construct
Between the ages of 3 and 5, children love to imitate their parents. It's no surprise that dolls, play kitchens, building blocks and a host of toys that reproduce everyday objects are popular.
Look for games and toys that allow them to develop their fine motor skills, explore imaginary worlds, build castles or even dress up as knights!
Less than $25:
The Magnéti'Book series of books is both fun and educational. Each book is easy to transport and store. What time do we eat lunch? What time is nap time? Make learning the time easier in a fun way.
Less than $50:
Tell your bedtime stories in an original way, thanks to the Moulin Roty home cinema ! The images can be projected onto the box's screen or directly onto a wall. A real favorite!
More than $100:
Janod's Green Market is a super supermarket, made of wood, with lots of accessories. Ideal for budding grocers!
Schoolchildren: learning while having fun
Learning is fun! Reading, science, art, music: children aged 6 to 9 enjoy discovering and developing their varied skills in a fun and entertaining setting. Patience, strategy, board and skill games also offer them challenges that are at their level.
Less than $25:
We love Djeco's matching games! Their handy format is ideal for taking to the cottage or to grandma's. This one, called Mixamatou , invites children to match three common characteristics to eliminate the cards. The player with the fewest cards wins!
Less than $50:
Roll the dice to piece together as many snakes as possible! A fun and durable game from Milaniwood that requires speed and strategy.
Less than $100:
This beautiful wooden magnetic world map from Vilac is full of details and pretty designs, to learn how to place the countries on the map.
Happy Holiday Shopping!
*Cover photo: Charlotte Côté
