School’s back in the swing and that means it’s birthday party season too! Getting lots of invitations and looking for good ideas for some new and fun toys? Our friends at Toy Mania at Cotswold – the best toy experts in town – have some great ideas for the latest toys that kids will love and parents will be thanking you for too!
Here are 10 great gift ideas that are new to the shelves and at sensible prices:
Swan Princess Tin Tea Set
What child doesn’t love a tea party? This is an adorable readymade set that packs up so nice and neatly into its own case! Ages 3 and up. $29.99.
Tonka Tough Builders
These building blocks from a brand we all know and trust come packed into a pail with a hard hat young builders can wear as they work! What a neat idea! Ages 1 and up. $24.99.
Hape Sponge Painting Fun
For young artists looking for a new way to explore their craft comes this sponge painting set complete with stencils, paint, paint rollers, sponge paint brushes and its own album. Ready made fun! Ages 3 and up. $24.99.
Mini Twist Remote Control Cars
Think you’ve seen all the remote control cars out there? Think again. These models are extra fun (and durable!) because they’re built to flip over – do 360-degree stunt rolls. That means children won’t be breaking them when they try to do stunt rolls anyway! Ages 6 and up. $21.99.
“Barbie” The Movie Ken Doll
Even though “Barbie” the movie dolls are almost impossible to find right now, Toy Mania has Barbie Ken dolls in stock and ready to wrap! These little Ryan Gosling-lookalikes will make mamas chuckle too! Ages 3 and up. $37.99.
Dino Steam Blasters
What’s better than a toy dinosaur? How about one that blasts steam out of its mouth like a full-on “fire” breather? These are so cute, you might just have to (ahem) buy one for your own child as well as the birthday kid. Ages 3 and up. $9.99.
Froot Loops Jewelry Kit and Socks
These jewelry kits take their cue – and decorative charms – from the well-known children’s cereal. Look for other famous food products as well. Complete the look with matching socks! Items sold separately. Ages 8 and up. $14.99 for jewelry kit. $6.99 for socks.
Stomp and Catch
A twist on the kids-all-love-them stomp rockets. This set comes with a net children can use to try to catch the rockets they have stomped into “space.” What a bonus that kids can clean up while they play! (Shhh, don’t tell them.) Ages 5 and up. $31.99.
Potholder Loom and Needlework Coaster Kit
Who doesn’t love a “retro” toy, the kind that makes parents want to play too? These Potholder Looms will take you back! And pair it with a Needlework Coaster Kit and you’ll have kids in fine-motor fun for hours. Ages 6 and up. Potholder Loom $19.99. Needlework Coaster Kit $15.99.
Jazzminton Deluxe
It’s badminton for the backyard, beach or even indoors. You can purchase a portable net (not included) or play without. Kids can create their own fun. Comes with birdies for slower-moving play for younger kids, and balls, for older kids who want to challenge their skills. Great outdoor fun! Ages 6 and up. $24.99
Toy Mania is located at Cotswold Village Shopping Center. Find everything on your child’s wish list without having to worry about shipping costs and delivery dates! And guess what? They will wrap every gift BEAUTIFULLY and oh-so-expertly!
Cotswold Village Shops
242 S. Sharon Amity Road
704-910-2001
Hours: Monday -Saturday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sunday 12 p.m.- 6 p.m.
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