Putting out a super-popular kids' gift guide that reviews over 450 toys naturally leads to the same question over and over... But what are you buying your kids this year?? So today I thought I'd answer it (and pray like crazy that my kids don't accidentally stumble upon my blog somehow!) Not only am I listing what they're getting from Santa and my husband and I, but also from my parents and sister. They always enlist my help in shopping for my kids and I often even buy the gifts for my … [Read more...]
MPMK Gift Guide Glimpse: Innovative Art Supplies Every Kid Should Have
It's time for another "MPMK Gift Guide Glimpse"... For those of you not exactly sure what I'm talking about, this is a day when we highlight one of our favorite sections of the 2016 MPMK Gift Guides. Why? Because I realize that our MEGA gift guides are a lot to take in- detailed descriptions and age recommendations of over 400 toys, books, games, and more divided into 15 themed guides takes some concentration to get through. I’ve heard from several moms in fact, both via email and in … [Read more...]
Gift Guide 2013: Best in Blocks and Construction Toys
Building and construction toys, blocks in particular, are my absolute favorites for both my son AND my daughter. They are the ultimate open-ended creativity toy and I love that my children play with them for huge chunks of time, all while developing math, problem-solving, and spatial thinking skills. Just like our "Best Toys for Active Play Indoors and Out" Gift Guide, this guide is also a two-in-one. First up are our very favorite sets for open-ended building and construction-themed dramatic … [Read more...]
MPMK Gift Guide: Go-To Gifts for Elementary Aged Kids
I am such a fan of your website and emails! Thanks for working so hard, especially at Christmas shopping time! Grandparents have scored major points after I forwarded them your lists. -MPMK Reader, Lauren These are awesome! I’ve waited to make Christmas lists until they came out- and now I”ve shared with all my friends. The past two years I’ve used them and the gifts are ALWAYS a hit! -MPMK Reader, Ellen Welcome to the famous MPMK Gift Guides and congrats on finding the most comprehensive and … [Read more...]